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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 13, 1934
Page
6
Insurance data cited by Ye Goodyear Tyre and Rubber Co official Mr HF Tyler show skids cause roughly five and a half times more accidents than blowouts and punctures. He notes smooth worn tread tyres travel 77 percent farther than new Goodyear All Weather Tread tyres, which perform best for grip and stopping.
The article touts the Ga tires new C-8 model offering 43 percent more non skid protection with a fatter tread and Supertwist Cord body. It claims improved center action, heavier tread, and no extra cost to build or materials, while emphasizing safer stops during summer travel.
The London Midland and Scottish Railway plans a new feature on two Glasgow to Oban express trains with a hallway guard serving as host to passengers. Similar to airline hostesses, the guard will ensure comfort and engage travelers in conversation upon request.
A London detective, in disguise as an ex-sailor, arrested a wanted man after waiting at a spot. He collected 7 pounds 12 shillings in earnings largely from charitable gifts, not sales. His chief ordered payment to the police account, deeming the money the employer’s property. The final destination of the funds was not yet settled.
A six year effort by a strong man and former wrestler to construct his own home overlooking a valley. He gathered materials and concrete blocks, reinforcing the structure with old timbers and iron as the house rises above fields and trees near Halifex.
City health officials warn of rat infestation risk tied to water cisterns and rubbish heaps. An urgent appeal urges ordinary householders to cover cisterns as large vermin colonizes urban areas, threatening water safety and causing recurring damage estimated in the pounds yearly.
Entrants include McGregor’s team and Capesiy Challenge squadron among others as British officials report three Comets tested. De Havilland notes trials could use more time but machines perform well landing at 70 mph. Flight plans route via Balkans and Turkey with Mustapha Kemal’s permission, weather risks eyed.
The journal discusses proposals to cross the Atlantic by air, debating the best entrants and routes. It notes theories on aircraft from Avatiniiin and Hutchinson, with Penny as a driving figure in the discussion and the idea of a flying formation for the long ocean crossing.
A scrambled report notes Italy may not participate in a Centenary event. The Italian newspaper claims political and internal tensions justify Italy's withdrawal amid uncertain state actions.
A special certificate has been issued to Sir Charles Kingsford Smith by the civil aviation authorities in connection with the petrol capacity of his plane for the Pacific flight.
Raanjitaieshi of Me ten planned modern science while inviting Huh nsvleptimt Paani to study winter arts in his realm. His scheme included a hidden venue at Taranigur for a new age of learning, overseen by his nephew Lascari after Raanjitaieshi’s death, with a convent and unusual age rules shaping the project.
A fragmented report recalls a Saint's festival procession linked to a 1802 explanation and a Catholic celebration. It notes a gathering by the North Hyde Catholic Boy Band with girls of the virail and Mary Children, plus Catholic Confraternities and the Catholic Stage Guild. Mary O'Farrell carried for BM Philomena.
Racecard notes a maiden highweight and multiple divisions with horses such as Silent Princess Royal Amphiniga Colunden and Kitchener Gold Wave, detailing bets, odds, and placements. The document lists numerous handicaps including Welter and Three Years Old Mandicam with times, distances, and betting odds for each entrant.
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