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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 07, 1936

Page

2

Campbell relatives hold funeral notice in Canberra region

Relatives and friends of the late Mary Ann Campbell of Morriapett Queanbeyan gather for funeral rites. Service scheduled Friday in Canberra with details at Thoseon’s and local arrangements by Mr. B. BE. Curk. Professional notices list offerings for name plates and plaques with quotes available.

Campoelar Lnte Mary Ann Campbell Morriapett Queanbeyan Neve Te Reparys Church Govan Sonnebie Tefers Inter Canberra Thoseon B. BE Curk

Weather Observations and Yearly Readings Summary

The report records daily weather notes with wind direction ENE and afternoon readings. It notes temperatures and conditions across the current year, with times noted such as 9 am and 3 pm.

McLarnin Beats Cass Ponte in Ten Pound Title Bout

New York Tuesday boxing show saw Jimmy McLarnin win a ten pounds decision over Tony Cass Ponte at welterweight. McLarnin controlled the bout with sharper combinations while Cass Ponte pressed early but could not overturn the scoring.

Jummy McLarnin Tony Cass Ponte Tam Weutterwaight Dou

Canberra growth meets housing strain and policy gaps

Canberra shows signs of growth with new hotels and grafting tourist influx but struggles with accommodation for public servants and private housing. The Interior Department is urged to survey needs, open more boarding houses, and reassess housing finance while government departments consider relocation and private building constraints.

Canberra Institute of Valuers Capjus Royal Canberra Golf Links Wnd Associated Chambers of Maufacturers of Australia Kenai Commonwealth Eeiver Acton Patents Office Barton Department of the Interior Han

Massy Pair Wins Foursomes at Royal Canberra LGU

At the Royal Canberra LGU championships the Massy pair won the foursomes handicap with strong showings from Royal Sydney and Australian clubs. Notable results feature Mrs HJ Brown and AC Will with fine scores, while D Moore and B Broinowski led local entrants from Canberra and Albury in a close-running event.

Massy Canberra LGU Federal Capital Territory Royal Canberra Ls Ikets Royal Bytley Associates Compee Yass Goulburn Picton Rosevile Moorend B. Broinowski D. Waring Milas M. Waring Mra HJ Brown AC Wain Pasaly Mira M. Greham Royal Bydney Mids BH. Benger Stary W Bowhe Foyal Syley Mae H. Mucknight Albury Wylie Manny Ani Mist Beilsuwaki Taylor Taylor Royal Businey Taylor and Meatt Downes Mint Chorley Ant Mine AL W. Adana Royal Byaney Clayton” Ani Wigan Royal Canberra M.D Aajem Mien EP. Momerville Rayal H. J, Brown A. C Will Marty M. Granani Royal Agancy Misa. H. Wraser Clayton Wistoyal Crra A. J. Christian Misa M Ymas Ra. J. A. Alexander D. Moore Sins Brotrowwkl Royal Camuerra Mra Persson Dixons W. Stacey W. Bowie Ming M. Muckoight Seem. Wyle Manly PF. W. Taylor Bie Boye Royal Gunberra Ming M. Chenery Mise R Davidson Rowland Mill Mra Balls

Countess of Jersey Sues for Divorce in London

The Countess of Jersey files for divorce as the Earl of Jersey plans to respond. The case follows an English court action with multiple listed divorces and defenses, including references to debts and prenuptial implications.

Countess OF Jersey London Loaivan Kenneth Richards Contamanina Earl of Jerery Leywall Crete Ady Montague Kdward Fontague

Compulsory Italian Loan Levy Aimed at War Financing

Rome reports a new compulsory loan scheme requiring fixed-property owners to subscribe to 10 percent of property value and pay a 3.509 lira annual tax per 1000 lira of worth. The plan intends to fund Mussolini era expenditures including the Abyssinian campaign, with real estate owners absorbing depreciation effects.

Rome Sigmar Gayda

Acquittal on Explosion Charge and Canberra Meeting

Report details acquittal on an explosive charge and the first executive meeting of the Associated Chambers of Manufacturers of Australia in Canberra. Attendees include prominent executives and senators from multiple states. The session discusses Ottawa Agreement amendments, tariffs, and policy actions affecting industry, defense, and unemployment programs.

Chambers of Manufacturers of Australia Canberra Haid Thore Kaveahaw M'L.c. Tpresident M. Z W. Rady J. W. Leekie R. G. Sanese Moma James Hendry D. Gordon Jones NBW Mesera E.W. Hollen FT Perry Scully Awettmilal Innes McCans Queensland Lochtall Associated Chambers of Manufactures Adelaide Tne Mad Cabisie Melbourne Miniatoes Frederick Cavey Ottawa Harry Sage Aunteatin Ballarat Probert Reveiny Clanaes Jano Commonwealth Bymat Tarif Board Peomorian Stanjerte

Yew Plans For Cheaper Planes

London reports a new company predicts a 10,000 pound plane named Brawny. It is claimed the power pilot monoplane will be the cheapest yet, powered by a Ford Mini car engine and capable of 80 miles per hour. Running costs are said to be low with weekly maintenance and fuel efficiency between 3 and 40 miles per gallon.

London Ford BO M.p.h

Mr Fairbairn Reaches Sydney in Dauntless Flight

Mr J V Fairbairn and navigator Mr C Thomas arrived Mascot after a 110 hour flight from England in a twin engined De Havilland Dragon Fly. They were delayed at Adeya at the Turkish frontier due to permit timing and encountered a fog bound hundred mile dash down the Nile.

Bydney Turada J. V. Butrbaima M-H.r. Ac C. ‘Thomas Mascot England Brisbane Fairbairn Adeya Taorms Turkey

Free fodder scheme discussed at meeting in Grafton

About 300 attendees heard Minister for Commerce Dr Jatle Page offer to pay 200 pounds interest for six months on a 10 000 pound loan to supply fodder for starving stock near Clareate. Dry Frage noted communities refused four percent from Rural Bank. G Chalmers called it a challenge to the Country Party as they seek 10 000 pounds funding for fodder purchases.

Grafton Miniter For Commerce Jatle Page G. Chalmers Country Party Wader

Employment rising in Britain amid rising numbers

The Ministry of Labour reports September 21 employment in Great Britain at about 10,088,000 people aged 16 to working age, up 500,000 from a month earlier and 484,000 from a year prior. Registered unemployment stands at 1,624,389, up 10,368 from August 24 but down 381,071 from a year earlier.

London Ministry of Labour Great Britain

Victorian Races Sydney Tueraay Buver Standard Stakes

Risible garbled text suggests Melbourne racing scene with Buver Standard and Goldeo Peoria among contenders. Mentions Melbourne Cup Caulfield Cup and Victoria Derby with jockeys and expectations, but details are unclear due to OCR errors.

Sydney Buver Standard Metropolitan Caulfield Tony Goldeo Peoria Fuselua Wile Journal Melbourne Mlyhy

Faulty Weather Report From Northeastern Sector

Yesterday's rain across the north eastern portion of the Stars showed no relief of drought there. Seven months of patchy wet spells have left conditions variable with light drizzle along the central coast and south coast remaining unsettled. The morning brought patchy showers but no sustained rain to ease dryness in the northeast.

Bydney Tiewluy Majes Mie Coast Nui

Duchess of Kent Cancels Forthcoming Engagements

The Duchess of Kent announced she will cancel upcoming engagements and will not undertake further public duties this autumn, reducing official appearances and duties for the season.

Duchess OF Kent London Py Ta

Advisory Council Discusses Strikes and Ordinances in 19th Century Legislation

The report outlines a council debate involving Colonel J. H. Goran and Dr. Lee Matus on strike advisories and new ordinances. It references valuation, detention and maintenance provisions, timber removal penalties, and dog registration measures under New South Wales and federal authority, with mentions of inspectors and enforcement.

Ieaseon Henin New South Wales Ase Ireehof Weencen Mr. C Daley Hebwit Thy Department of Contettee Nce White New South, Wales Mace

Rabbit destruction prompts council debate in Canberra region

Scattered notes report rabbit control incidents in Queanbeyan Braidwood area as Department of the Interior discusses road and garden projects. Transport, bridges, and public works are mentioned alongside Canberra anniversary planning and local garden funding debates.

Queanbevan Braidwood Department of the Interior Counci Shires

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