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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 17, 1939

Page

3

Hydroponics in the Rotary Club talk on soilless plant culture

A lecture described hydroponics as growing without soil. Experiments at the University of California compared water culture with soil growth, showing distinct plant responses. The discussion covered nutrient solutions, tank setups, and the potential for efficient crop production in small spaces, noting advantages and practical constraints.

California University of Caltermia Gerrake Wien Plasehoniss Akure AB Maser Hal Wake Taland Sayin

Militia Pays Public Servants During Delay Protest

A fragmented report notes militia leaders claiming the Common Government will cover 14 days of pay for public service workers amid a delay in viewview payments. It mentions parliament members and ministerial groups uncertain on compensation as maintenance continues.

Canberra artists shine at Tut Mugica Festival contest

Canberra performers dominated the Tut Mugica Festival last week with strong showings in vocal and duet events. Milas Crampin and Velma Walsh won the under nineteen vocal section with My Mother Bids Me Bind My Hair, while Crampin earned praise for voice quality and interpretation. The accompanist Velma Welsh supported strongly, with praises for tone and phrasing. Awards listed include Piano Solo under 19 Velati and Piano Solo open Waimea Walah, plus Vocal Duet awards to Mrs Aguungan and Mes Welsh.

Canberra Suscceas Vo Loriener Gewlonx Dumbars Ty Crampin Velms Walsh

Coal Mining Dispute Voices Threatened Driver Strike

A compulsory conference between coal owners and Federated Engine Drivers and Fireman's Association will be held Thursday to discuss the threatened strike of semiflifts. Members may withdraw from the committee in Eastern Australia if owners do not concede to the association demands. The men protest against an award they say prevents full weeks work and cuts pay.

Jay Mhemberg Biateliament Rydney Euatern Australia Agesent & Secant

Murder Allegation Shocks Melbourne Man Arrested

Jefferson Davis 39 an account ant of Kensington was arrested today charged with the murder of his wife Ann Davie. The body of Mrs Davie had been found after she died on October 8. A child’s body was in the back of a motor car with a broken pipe end attached. Davie was found to be suffering from poison effects and admitted to hospital.

Melbourne Jefferson Davis Kensington Ann Davie Smuthie Sor John Davie

Woman Attacked in Brisbane. Nun Alleges Fatal Blows

A nurse reported a man who said he had killed a woman after a shaken assault on Mrs. Wthel Warren of Brisbane. Warren, mother of four, lay unconscious with head injuries and was taken to hospital in serious condition. Police arrested a man as the investigation began.

Brisbane Wollingabbe Wthel Warren

Mystery Herbal Cure Ad Presented By Dr Margo

An old style advert touts Dr Margo's Indian Root Pitt as a remedy for digestive discomfort and liver issues. It claims to purge toxins, improve regularity, and promote general health with a mix of vague ingredients.

Margo

Public Meeting Planned by Trades & Labour Council

Public meeting announced by the Trades & Labour Council Mall Albert tonight to protest tax and price increases and to decide actions against the brewery monopoly. Secretary Blum notes the session will address Can barre issues and seek reform.

Trades & Labour Council

Public Service Council Meeting Highlights Branch Issues

The Canberra naval monthly meeting of the Geeleal Association branch notes absent treasurer and officials, discusses annual meeting timing for November, and considers financial notices to unfinancial members. It covers plans for a social event, staff accountability, and discussions on public service members joining home defense, including furlough and training pay considerations.

Naval Monthly Canberra Geeleal Association Thurwiny Laat Westcott Iaw Loken Diem Eneire

Explosion in Street Tunnel In City

A tunnel explosion in the street caused a blaze but no injuries were reported. Workers including Groker from Eastwood and Embracy from Dabs were below the levels when the blast occurred. After power was shut off, fire crews arrived and cleared the scene at the street tunnel location.

London Connell Ohare Mex Groker Eastwood Willem [Embracy Dabs Bert Mer Son Kogarah Grokor

Debts to Crown at Avoney Court Proceedings

The Pull Baete Court rules by majority that when a company undergoes receivership debts to the Crown are proportionate to the dividend. Frawley Ltd and Te Commonwealth Government face payments under a 70 law. The decision defines proportional settlement across creditors and sets a precedent for future such claims.

Frawley Ltd

Australian Broadcasting Commission defers building plans

The Australian Broadcasting Commission proposed 170,000 pounds for new buildings but, at the Commonwealth Government's request, deferred the plan. Br. Mone, General Manager, said the government asked for the delay due to the international position. The commission had intended to call lenders, but the timing remains unclear.

Rydnwt Australian Broadcasting Communiog Commonwealth Communation Br. Mone Abe

Amalgamated Road Transport Workers Union notice and garden events

Industrial Board variation notice for Road Transport Employees in the Territory published in Gazette No 47. Also local garden events at Blair and Laird gardens with a dress event in Dr Holmes garden. Details include October 20 Friday afternoon and a De vonshire Tee, plus a white miniature Pom dog item.

Vojoy Ste He Blair Maxxe Wey Dr Holmes Bre Laird Beat of Government Omics Industrial Board Clei Denver Bryant Appl

Strike Threat Across Sydney Rumor on Construction Shutdown

A Sydney strike threat spread as a major department union warned that ongoing projects could halt if contractor pressure continued. The Timber Workers Union secretary Mr Culbert claimed an ultimatum was delivered and followed by actions to cancel work at Tagteburn, signaling potential widespread disruption.

Sydney Tagteburn Timber Workers’ Union Culbert MLC

Wool Sale Figures and Appraisals at Sydney Market

Wool sale listings from Sydney report meat wool appraisals and bids on Thursday. Buyers include Garnet Marry Company and Rowena with varied lots of ewes, rams, wethers, and broken bales priced in pence and pence per weight, listing dozens of bale counts and specific ewe types across multiple consignors.

Sydney Winchcombs, Carson Ltd Rspor Garnet Marry Company Rowena Jahmalon Sungin- Ai Pallies Ti WK. RT Dugan Wale Welt

Wresting match ends with disqualification at stadium

The report notes Wotang Sirenmeyer, age 18, defeating Brother Jonathan, age 17, by 5 in a wrestling match at the stadium tonight. Jonathan was disqualified after he attacked during the evening bout.

Sydney Wotang Sirenmeyer Jonathan Woeteseren

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