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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 18, 1927

Page

4

Canberra Times Advertising and Agency Contacts

The Canberra Times lists advertising agents and contact details across multiple cities including Sydney and Cooma. It names J Jenns Eastlake and Civic Centre and several agencies such as Reuters Ltd and Westons Co Ltd with addresses in Sydney and Canberra.

Sydney Canberra Times Country Press Co-op Co of Australia Ltd T Barrackst Reuters Ltd Belmont Buildings Castlereagh Weston Co. Ltd Chamber of Commerce George Ghest Catta, Paterson Co. Ltd 375 Kent Street Willmott's Advertising Agency Ltd

Constitutional Amendments Debate Australia Rethinks Federal Powers

The article discusses calls to amend the Federal Constitution, noting past rejections and the shift toward a Royal Commission to study needed changes. It highlights limited Commonwealth powers in areas like company law, public health, industrial rules, navigation, and judicial appointments, urging balanced reform without rural disruption.

Orwater Hrace Royal Commission For Inquiry Latham Commonwealth Royal Commission Australia

Royal Commission Report Guides Next Constitutional Referendum

The text argues for careful study of the Royal Commission report to avoid a bureaucratic future. It warns that unification could set government as a rigid bureaucracy, unsuitable for a young nation needing people and development. Citizens should prepare for a referendum on constitutional amendments.

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Canberra Visitors Grow with Weekends of Notable Arrivals

A stream of visitors to Canberra fills hotels and residences as figures from the Markets and Migration Department join week-end guests including Mrs Browne and the Minter party. Notables such as Miss Hicks and Mr Cridland arrive to join officials at Gorman House and Blandfordia, while Mr Latham recovers from illness.

J.C. Latham Lady Haven W. Funson London Mervyn Minter Tombiong Sydney Canberra J. J. Lenehan Lenehan Hotel E. B. Lemon FE. Lemon J. McLeod Goulburn J. T. Lemon Manly Ming Dopring Markets and Migration Department Gorman House Mr. Stevens Mrs. Stevens Melbourne Blandfordia Miss Hahaley Chidgey Slater Prime Minister's Department Canberran Avenue Mr. Boutar Mra. Houtar Bouth Alalie Mr. Thomas Maroney Bachelors' Quarters

Marines Land in Solomons to Back Civil Administration

Official reports say the cruiser Adelaide arrived Sunday to pick up the Resident Commissioner and land a small marine contingent to protect white residents and traders. Punitive actions fall under Civil Administration, with Adelaide backing its prestige.

Solomon Islands Calla Adelaide Adelaid Auch

Russell Hill Dance Aids Children's Christmas Tree Fund

Russell Hill Boeclal Service Association held a children's Xmas tree fundraiser in School Hall on Saturday. About eighty couples attended with G Phippen as MC and Merrymakers Orchestra providing music. Profits reached 2£ 10s, with £5 set aside for a piano fund. A further dance is planned for the coming Saturday with jazz home competitions and modern dance features.

Russell Hill Bocelal Service Association Schoo Hall G. Phippen Merrymakers Phippen Itv Piano Fund

Aboriginal Protection Urged PLEA IN PARLIAMENT

In Parliament Mr Jackson urged a joint select committee to study aboriginal protection and half caste issues. He cited welfare, segregation options in the Northern Territory, police, missions, and potential roles for aboriginal workers while warning of a vanishing race and calling for federal state cooperation.

Australia Jackson Baex Tus House of Representives Nelson Northern Territory Canberra Territory Ite House of Representatives Senate Flint Parliament House Netentiata Amelia Gribble Myall Creek Tasmania Arnhem Kent Mr. Nelson Indiana Molson Frenay

Model Territory proposal for aboriginals discussed in parliament

Mr Makin defended a model territory for aboriginals to live under tailored conditions with a light administrative structure and local roles in government. The plan aimed to assist disadvantaged castes and reduce rushed decisions, with Mr Marr seeking time to resume debate.

Makin Hindmargh Commonwealth Matin Saan Jackson Territorian Marr Woole Australia

Canberra Society CLINIC POPULAR Meeting at Ruby Health Centre

The Canberra Mothercraft Society held its monthly council meeting at the Ruby Health Centre. President Mrs W A DuMeld chaired as Sister Whiting reported September attendance of 128 babies, down from last month due to wet weather. The outlying districts may boost numbers once transport improves. Dr Sydney Morris may be invited to lecture on Mothercraft. Acton branch plans a fennian tournament at Eastlake courts this month. Membership growth noted.

Council of the Canberra Mothercraft Society Ruby Health Centre Baatlake W. A DuMeld Sister Whiting Iwan Sydney Morris New South Wales Canberra Acton Eastlake

Debates on Aboriginal Policy and Northern Territory Inquiry

Members in the Australian House discuss Aboriginal rights and the Northern Territory situation. Calls for a royal commission or expert inquiry surface, with exceptions over who should investigate and how to coordinate state actions. The debate ends with adjournment for tea.

Slum Conditions Prompt Canberra Debate at Parliament

In Parliament Mr Coleman challenged a Canberra Times lead alleging slum conditions in Russell Hill and 281 unsatisfied housing applicants. Minister Murr defended the Federal Capital Commission and outlined ongoing housing programs to address shortages amid political opposition to Canberra funding.

al Russell Hill Canberra Times House of Representatives Coleman Federal Capital Territory Federal Capital Commission Murr Russell Hill Sintence Canberra Public Service Commonwealth Parliament House Livia Molongia Causeway Westlake

Debating Club Formed at Manuka Aims for Social Gatherings

A large, encouraging meeting at Madvkson on Thursday formed plans for a Debating and Social Club. Mr. Parton chaired, with Mr. Snelling as secretary and Mr. Wardrop as treasurer. Patron and vice president positions were postponed to the next meeting. The committee includes V. Bissaker L. Daniel J. Weson Collina and Bailly. Meetings to be held weekly at 8 o'clock.

Madvkson Thursway List Parton Snelling Tkewipe- Fiven Wardrop Tnsurer V. Bissaker L. Daniel J. Weson Collina Ae Bailly

Canberra political discourse and police uniforms debated

The report covers discussions on federal capital progress, police uniform policy with white helmets or khaki, and the possibility of extending sitting days for Parliament. Prime Minister Bruce remarks reflect ongoing government activity and public expectations.

Bruce Sydney Melbourne Brice Perpenaly Premman Attorney-General'n Department Mr. Bruce Canberra

Commonwealth September exports reveal varied shipments

September figures show beef exports at five pounds, mutton 1 440 036 pounds, rabbits 67 010 crates, butter 410 863 dozen, and dried fruits totaling 67 248 boxes. Wool and woolen products included 8 896 bales with NSW share 26 199, plus wine 467 654 gallons and bounty 44 877 koha not to bounty.

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Tramway Union Orders Melbourne Stop Day Hint

A mass meeting of about 500 Tramway Union members in Melbourne carried a resolution to press the Tramways Board to amend Beeby’s award by Thursday. If no agreement is reached, the union plans to halt all tram services in Melbourne on Saturday.

Melbourne Tramway Union Tramweys Beeby Union of Henley Matsourns

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