Perkins Appeals to Queanbeyan Electors at Hotel Rally
Mr J A Perkins spoken to a large Queanbeyan crowd from Harrison's Hotel balcony backing Eden Monaro representation. Deane chaired as Perkins criticized arbitration law and tax policies, urged state action on strikes, and urged support for Seullin amid federation economic tension.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Perkins
Queanbeyan
Harrison's
Nationaliet Association
H.W. Y. Deane
Nationalist Association
Eden-Monaro
Derkina
Fis
Jand
Perkins
Marks
Hughes
Beullin
Quesnbeyan
Seullin
Canbermi
Federal Capital Commission
Ite Mefthada
Queanbeyon
Dovermient
Commonwealth
Unikom
W. W. Hedges
Pupport
Jerkina
Election tides shift as parties court key seats across states
Amid volatile polls, ministers defend seats in Victoria and New South Wales while Nationalists and Country Party forecast gains. Irregular votes rise and civil servant presence in several electorates suggests broader Labour strength, with uncertain outcome across Darling Downs Parkes and Kennedy seats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daet
Gibsanta
Victoria
Indi
Country Party
Labour
Wannon
O A. &. Pledgers
Deibit
Fawkner
Maxwell
Calin
Canberra Weather and Rainfall Totals Report
Canberra records the daily weather with morning and afternoon temperatures and wind directions. The piece also lists monthly rainfall totals for January through October with a noted comparison to the previous year’s figures.
Monthly totals at Q for the year to date
The text provides a garbled OCR record with scattered numbers and letters. It appears to reference monthly totals at a location designated “Q” for the year to date, but the data are unreadable. No coherent figures or dates can be extracted.
Weather forecast for New South Wales coast and northeast
Noon yesterday forecast notes cloudy conditions along the coast and in the northeast quarter. Light to moderate winds from the west and southwest. No significant rainfall reported. sailors advised to exercise caution due to mist and changing visibility along exposed shores.
Canberra Weather Report Highlights Mixed Conditions
The report notes fine but cold conditions with southerly winds in the southern areas and clearing showers in Victoria. Tasmania shows showers in the southwest easing, with southeasterly to easterly winds. West Australia and Queensland forecast mainly fine weather with scattered showers and brisk winds along coasts.
Weather Synopsis Mixed Cloud and Light Rain Across Regions
Victoria reports clear in the north with three quarter clouding and light rain in western districts. New South Wales shows cloudy to dull conditions with showers along the coast and parts of the tablelands. Tasmania, South Australia, Western Australia and Queensland record variable cloud, with light to very light rain in some western and southern areas and mainly clear elsewhere. Winds range from south to south-east, with occasional north-east activity. No rain reported in Queensland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New South Wales
Portier
Kydiney
Victoria
Western
West Gippsland
New South Woates
Vodstal
Forster
Tablelands
Jervis Bay
Hunter River
Taymond Terrace
Tasmania
South Australia
Murray
Australia
Gascoyne
Casern
Quernaland
Rainfall totals across Australian towns and regions
A partial rainfall list covers Victoria to Western Australia with measurements for numerous towns including Melbourne Geelong 2 and Ballarat 6 in Victoria, Sydney 73, Brisbane 62, and interstate entries such as Gympie 18 and Toowoomba 40. The data shows wide regional variation and many missing or garbled entries.
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Victoria
Portland
Warrnambool
Cape Otway
Hamilton
Apollo Bay
Ararat
Ballarat
Terang
iColac
Casterton
Coleraine
Merino
Cavendish
Penshurst
Dunkeold
Willgura
Wickliffe
Mortlake
Beaufort
Smyhtesdale
Lismore
Rokewood
Nelson
Heywood
Fort Fairy
Koroit
Wathalla
Trafalgar
Moc
Foster
New South Wales
Boggabilla
Warialda
Coonabarabran
Coola
Wellington & Temterfield UK
Laverell
Glen Innes
Armidale
Uralla
Cusvillin
Gulgong
Bathuret
Murwillumbah
Byron Bay
Lin- More
Clarence
Callington
Finnaroo
Lumeroo
Narawoorte
Cape Borda
Mwbe
Mount Gambier
Northumberland
Queensland
Gympie
Toowoomba
Warwick
Stanthorpe
Burnt
Killarney
Miles
Alpha
Taroom
George
Pittsworth
Clermont
Ixinford
Morven
Coastal Rain Fells Across Coastal Districts
The Blate Meteorologist Mr Marva reports yesterday’s rainfall hit coastal districts from Byron Bay with light to heavy showers. Central northern table lands had light to moderate rain and the expiral northern coast saw light rain. Hunter River district recorded very heavy falls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bydney
Byron Bay
Hunter River
Marva
Mie ~Heal
Queensland
Fais
Astronomical Data From Commonwealth Observatory Mount Stromlo
For Friday October 11, 1929 the Bun rises at 5.2 percent and sets at 6 pm. The Moon rises at 12 58 pm and sets 1 am. Major planets Venus rises at 4 20 pm. Mars visible 60 a 1 28 pm, Jupiter at 1 pom, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune also noted with approximate times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Venus
South Coast Forecast With Showers And Frost Risk
Cloudy and showery weather dominates the south and coastal areas. Expect a cold night with frost on the highlands, while winds shift from south-west to south-east along the region.
Public eloquence in decline oration across eras
An examination of public speaking in Britain contrasts the present era with Burke and Demosthenes. Walter D. Poley views Baldwin Simon and Mitchell as striking speakers, while MacDonald Churchill show strong qualities. De Quincey warned of decline, yet the rise of mass newspaper audiences tempers eloquence with responsibility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Burke
Demosthenes
Baldwin
Contemporary Review
Walter D. Poley
Stanley Baldwin
Sir John Simon
Rosslyn Mitchell
Ramsay MacDonald
Winston Churchill
Mr. Poley
England
Sheridan
Gladstone
Cobden
Bright
Disraeli
de Quincey
Poley
Rolls Increase in New South Wales Elector Count
The Chief Electoral Milicer issued figures showing NSW rolls at about 1,406,084 for 28 divisions. Australia total rises to 2,565,016 with other states, up 121,160 from last November's rolls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New South Wales
Farrar
Australia
Yellow Car Clash Between Hughes and Judd Draws Crowd
The confrontation last night between K. F. Judd and W. M. Hughes ended with police protection after Judd called Hughes a yellow car during a meeting. As Hughes walked toward his car the crowd formed a barrier around them to prevent violence.
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Mewrs
K. F. Judd
W. M. Hughes
North
Mr. Judd
Mr. Hughes
Judd
Reed
Missing Funds Of Afghan Minister In London
The Afghan Charges report the ex-Minister accounted for 40 000 transferred to a private German account. The new government repudiates the ex-Minister. After Amanullah’s exile London meetings were strained. the ex-Minister’s January move from Herat triggered Kandahar evacuation. He left London amid Foreign Office and British government concerns over house furniture and carpets. No shots or detectives were present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Germany
Amanullah Eut
Herat
Amanullah
Kandahar
Foreign Office
Arthur Henderson
Local Railway Officials Cleared in Prompt Pro motions
Mr. W Hobson station master at CQuankeyan and Mr J Maber act as liaison during the promo tion, with a chief auditor from the Prime Minister's office. The promotion dates were announced yesterday following an audit progression.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Hobson
Cquankeyan
Prom
J. & Maber
Maxter
Tasmasia
Vital Statistics Queanbeyan F C T Marriage and Births
During the quarter ending September 20 there were 16 marriages in Queanbeyan and eight in the Federal Capital Territory. The Wirths tally 61 births in three hex ane natnitennt with 28 males and 33 females. In the Federal Capital Territory there were 44 births with 25 males and 19 females. deaths numbered 22 in theopean Dayan district, comprising 15 males and seven females, while in the Federal Capital Territory births totalled 12, with nine males and three females.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Queanbeyan
Threanhexan
Federal
Parliamentary Officers Salaries Undergo Announced Classifications
The Commonwealth Public Service announces salary classifications effective July 1. Officers may appeal within 30 days to the President of the Senate or the Speaker of the House, outlining grievances. Most departmental pay remains unchanged. Library staff see notable increases. Joint House and Senate staffing details are summarized.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Representatives
Department of the
Renate Ibe
Sme
Late Mr J J Dillon Tribute by Citizens League
The death of Mr J Dillon was noted with regret at a Cityzens League meeting. The group prepared a tribute and discussed pending memorial plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. Dillon
Citizens’ League
J. Dillon
Farewell to Sir John and Lady Butters by Commission
A farewell ceremony honors Sir John Butters and Lady Butter with speeches by Marriot and others. Mr Peden and the Canberra delegation outline past efforts in Canberra and social service work, praising Sir John’s leadership, the strong ties with the Returned Sailors League, and hoping the Commission's mission continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
Lanly Batten
Peden
Amd
Marriot
Ene
Hon. Wilson
Comduetor
Gheenland
Sly Mountains
Sir John
Lady Butter
K. Marriot
Com.Mission Officers’ Association
John Butters
Jono
Iis Stadt
Hee
Nike
Doug
Vretuniabseior
Staegl
Fee
Cen
Anhalt
Canberra
Dave
Ivan
Soni Bast
Ace. Christie
Tee
Rowe
Sailors and Soldier League
League
Tim
Sydney
Butters
Jad
Tieque Iinet
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MR. Perkins
Ee Wiberg
New Sodd Wales
W. M. Dughes
North Sundory
Wentworth
Larkin
Mr Long
Maine
Portia
Parkes
Marr
Gwydir
Abbott
G. A. Francis
Kennedy
J.J. Thayley
Unley
Francis
Dave Eleotion
Hayley
Darling Downe
Sir Littleton Cream
Witcome
Sir Little
Lepeur
Orient Line
Royal Mail Steamers
Colombo
Suez
Port Said
Toulon
Gibraltar
Plymouth
Orsova
Otranto
Orford
Oransat Oronter
Londoce
Spring Street
F. P. Woodward
Monard
Queanbeyan 94
J. H.W
Deane
Northbourne Avenue
Civic Centes
Royal Insurance Coy
J. Ryan
Budney
Civic Contra
Budney's
Civic Centre
E. H. Harvee
B.D.S
Univ. of Syd
Kingston Post Office
Queen Street
Melbourne
Imlafall
Jenwryt
Thes
Tasminia
Wouth
Etry
Astern Hight
South Tasman Sea
West Australia
Tropics
Wey
Tucker & UO. Ltd
Commonwealth Solar Observatory
Mount Stromlo
South Coast
Southern Tablelands
The
Ganberra Times
Service
SOCAN
Sir John & Lady Batten
MIWES
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