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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 24, 1936
Page
4
A murky OCR text records a Canberra based school event involving Mrs. Samet Bamwl and Murrambateman at Bond 4 and Daby rict. It mentions the Guvantayn group and a June timeframe with local attendees. The readable fragments suggest a community fete or gathering.
The article argues Australia faces a declining coal export market due to hydro electricity and rival energies. It notes a future revival in coal and highlights oil from coal as a strategic path, stressing cautious investment, miner employment, and dependence on overseas supplies while pointing to potential industrial growth and self sufficiency.
Weather notes show temperature readings including 6 am and 8 pm values. The fragment mentions rainfall amount and general daily measures but lacks clear dates or full station data.
The Equity Court reversed the university policy on increased legacies. The case involves E.W. Whickram and the university’s admission process with funds previously lent. Authorities report sums around 75,000 to students, totaling 46,000 in receipts, amid disputes over donor and student entitlements.
The Morning Post reports a charged debate as Navy retirements alter discussions on the Nato policy in London. Officials and commentators weigh potential shifts impacting alliance strategy and defense planning.
The article notes Spiahlinger tests on cattle and a vaccine option for tuberculosis. It reports Prime Minister in Parliament stating Australia will not import the spin stored vaccine until authoritative data is available and mentions contact with British and Northern authorities on the matter.
An estimated 1000 Canberra residents attended a free screening at the Capital Theatre presented by Genge's Gar Age in association with Larike Kor Mingad Co Ltd and backed by UK official patronage. The film showcased Lamgbridge motor plant scenes with detailed machinery and a tour through Spain highlighting Seville and Malaga. The production, though propaganda in aim, featured high educational value and an English musical comedy, She Shall Have Mu, completing the program.
Mr A E Green will speak at the Reid Methodist Church Sunday afternoon in observance of the church ninth anniversary. The speaker, fresh from a tour across South Central America Europe and the U S S R, will discuss first hand impressions of the Soviet system. A musical program and anniversary services will accompany the event, with Rev William Green delivering the sermon.
Protected wild flowers and plants, including boronia and Christmas bells, are regulated under the Native Plants Ordinance across the Territory. Removal or sale without a permit incurs penalties. only authorized sales or cultivation with permits are allowed to prevent harm to native species.
A Canberra Times letter from an undergraduate criticizes the formation of a Canberra defen unit at the Canberra University College Students' Association meeting. The writer argues the gathering risks propagandistic sentiment and urges peaceful, international morality while warning of ominous future war and urging restraint.
R Wright, a 48 year old horse trainer, told police he was ambushed at midnight in Bowstreet Wives Lodge by a van occupant who choked and punched him. He cried for help, another inmate aided, Wright lay on the floor in agony before hospital treatment. Doctors found facial injuries not serious, spectacles damaged by a white powder pending analysis.
Wealthy inventor Samuel Rushmore plans to spend 100000 dollars to fund a divorce relief association. He advocates changes to the divorce law and notes he paid alimony in excess of 50000 dollars after a raid on his wife's apartment. The group claims hundreds of members and hundreds more awaiting approval.
Debates in the Hover of Representatives focus on government powers for essential control of market marking. Labour party critics argue the plan props up profiteering while advocates insist the Commonwealth Government needs power to regulate prices and protect consumers amid industry concerns.
The debate centers on farm policy and labor limits as Mr Garden and Mr Curtin clash over a constitutional amendment. Ministers defend labor terms while farmers demand practical concessions. the session ends with mixed support and questions about leadership and feasibility.
Two miners face murder charges after the death of 87 year old Jabert McKensin near Bathurst. Detectives questioned suspects and described movements leading to the discovery of the body and the ensuing inquiry.
A fragmentary notice reports the death of an Australian anthropologist linked to anatomy studies. It mentions a donor, a significant collection of Aboriginal skin artifacts from Mereng, and the ongoing value of the collection to global anthropology.
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