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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 14, 1933
Page
2
The funeral for J. TH. Goodwin, age 6, will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday from the seal dance at Whitney Street, Forest, with services at St. Johnin Cemetery. Community figures Mary and others attend the procession.
The barometer reads 8.80 inches and temperature 40.1 degrees. The weather page records rainfall totals in the current year and references upcoming comparisons to the prior year, noting sustained precipitation observations and related figures.
A report outlines proposed pension reforms with special cabinet sessions. Key figures from AVP parties back pushing the pension amendments, aiming to eliminate property taxation and extend benefits during pensioners term. If approved, payments could reach about 340 during the current year, with relief to families of deceased pensioners if governments concede.
Thirteen additional nominations for the Upper Toitin were received today, raising the total. By the Thursday deadline, at least some further nominations were expected. A special meeting of the Executive Committee ordered the Returning Officer to announce the number of nominating candidates immediately.
Minister for the interior stated in the House that early construction of the Yass Canbrroke railway line would not begin until a proposal is submitted to Parliament. Discussion noted that the Mine project is under consideration to provide work for the unemployed and may proceed in the near future if approved.
Feltham of Marian sets an Australian record with 44 out of 16 targets in perfect conditions cited as winds affected scores. Natt of Manly placed second with 84 7 wave scoring, while Somarville of Manly took third. numerous shooters and prizes listed with medals and badges awarded.
Canberra Times notes that despite a global wheat accord price and supply issues persist. Australia faces renewed hardship as export markets shift to the Far East, with the US threatening surplus dumping. The piece urges re negotiation and safeguards to stabilize farm incomes and national industries.
A Canberra Times report describes a late bus run causing delays for a route that left Aliane Fminus at 1:24 pm. Officials state a conductor was provided and blame is placed on the department for failing to supply a necessary bus, noting the service was not normally crowded and the incident stemmed from unusual demand.
Several ministers and officials including Governor General and Melbourne officials depart for overseas duties. The Cabinet plans and international engagements are outlined with expected returns and duties across Melbourne, Adelaide, and Canberra exchanges, while senior personnel coordinate with international posts and domestic ministries.
The debate centers on giving wheat growers a fair price and a national marketing board. MPs from the Country Party and others urge a Wheat pool to control prices, exports, and be financed by a 5,000 pound fund, while critics attack the government’s handling and price passing to consumers.
Sydney Friday report notes a clear upturn in motor registrations. Transport official Mr Muddocka cited September figures, with registrations rising against August and marking a higher annual total. The latest data record 70 new vehicles for September, while year to date totals continue to grow.
A man identified as Prigay Wydney of Brenit Drummayan died after a bicycle and motor car collided at the corner of Lyons Road and George Brenit. An operation was performed but the patient died shortly afterward due to injuries.
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