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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 07, 1935
Page
2
The Caberra Times publishes a notice from its proprietor detailing publication location and related district information in Canberra. The notice references Canberra and surrounding district areas with brief instructions for readers and participants in the local press.
Readable fragments report weather readings with temperatures and rainfall. Notable figures include a 30.7 inch barometer, 62 gauge rainfall and 49 to 34 degree ranges. Specific times show measurements at 6 am 1 pm and 8 pm with varying conditions.
A man collapses in the street following a confrontation described as an affray. Reports note the involvement of local cane dealers and a tense moment near a nearby establishment. Police are investigating the incident and detailing witness statements.
Canberra forecast shows mostly fine and warm conditions with isolated showers. Expect variable winds mainly northeast to northwest.
A Canberra viewpoint contrasts Lord Hewart’s fear of new despotism with modern administration trends in Australia and the United States. It cites U S payrolls reaching 712,112 in May 1935 and a £250,000,000 annual wage bill, noting NRAs decline and continued growth of public employment amid policy overhauls and political pressure.
Discussion outlines a proposed Empire meat advisory framework with a central board empowered under Commonwealth legislation. The aim is to concentrate production and coordinate melting, with state committees advising on production and allocation. The report reviews global beef and mutton supply trends, Ottawa agreement impacts, and Australian export prospects through 1984, noting price pressures and shifts in Empire and foreign markets.
A.A. leader J Toohey and NASW Victoria officials urged extending federal power amid concerns over ultra vires actions against Commonwealth controls on dried fruits and exports. They warned legal challenges could harm the industry, noting US precedent and calling for consolidated national powers to protect Australia’s producers.
Canberra and Goulburn played a tight rugby league match with anxious moments and bold backline moves. Goulburn led 12 to 4 at half and 12 to 10 late, as Canberra pressed with passing plays from Bladen Hawke Reuey Len and Key. Refined kicking by O'Brien and try by Elliott for Canberra were notable, but Goulburn maintained the edge until the final minutes.
Large crowds saw top players compete in the resident championship at the Msnuka court. Misa Joan Shurek beat Mise Jean Trawley in a three set finish to claim the Indies singles title while Mernek Therapéon advances in the junior division.
The Rev Dr A J Waldock preached on excuses and desire at the Baptist Church. He argued many avoid duties by claiming they did their best, and stressed that a life must be valued over property. He illustrated how people abandon effort when the door or roof seems blocked, until they truly want to act.
A speech by Mr Drummond during a visit to Queanbeyan outlines education reforms and the role of the Intermedia High Bachelor buildings. He discusses church, state, and Christian life, urging support for higher education and a new headmaster residence. The mayor and local officials welcome the delegation and note community responses to school expansion.
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