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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 25, 1934
Page
4
The Canberra Times publishes a notice with pricing, delivery terms, and subscription rates for Canberra and district. It outlines home delivery services, pricing schedules, and places for subscription inquiries within Queanbeyan and surrounding areas.
Weather report from Canberra notes barometer 28.12 inches at 6.20 a.m. and temperature 3.9 C at 6.90 a.m. Maximum 72.2 F and minimum 38.0 F for the 24 hours, with rainfall totals for the current year to date.
Cloudy unsettled weather with scattered rain and thunderstorms on the tablelands and heavy falls likely. Fresh to strong squally northeast to northwest winds, cooler later in the week. Astronomical data from Mount Stromlo Commonwealth Solar Observatory for Thursday October 4, 1934 lists sun and planet rise and set times and brief planetary positions.
Canberra yesterday hosted a grand reception for His Royal Highness the Duke of Gloucester. Prime Minister Lyons spoke at the State Dinner, stressing loyalty to the British Commonwealth and continuity of the common ideal despite political changes, and noting the enduring symbol of freedom and justice represented by the Royal visit.
Following heavy rains the Molonglo River rose rapidly last night. By midnight both low level bridges were submerged and campers near river flats were forced to evacuate low lying sites.
The Commonwealth Bank directors will convene in Canberra for the first time in connection with the Australian Loan Council sittings. The board room at the Bank Chamber was prepared after the building was raised, and the meeting signals potential future Canberra sessions by the bank board.
His Royal Highness the Duke of Yorkshire visits Canberra with Governor General and Lady Tennace. They attend Canberra Railway Station and Parliament House, greet officials, and partake in a federal capital dinner. The Governor General presides over a formal evening with distinguished guests and a ceremonial display marking the occasion.
The second annual Military Ball drew over 300 couples to Albert Hall Canberra last night in a vivid display of Australian uniforms and festive revelry. Notable attendees included delegates to the Britain Empire Settlers League Conference and dignitaries such as General Hume and Colonel Z W White, while Billy Thompson's Rhythm Kings provided the music delaying dancing into the early hours.
A garbled OCR capture lists numerous honorifics and partial names such as the Honourable T. Wi Mira and Major the Honourable LG, with scattered fragments like Benster and Krene tan. No coherent event or clear entities emerge beyond titles and partial mentions.
An informal afternoon function at the lodge allowed a large gathering to mingle with the Prime Minister and Mrs Lyons. Attendees ranged from Lord Milne to Sir Maurice Haney and Dame Mary Hughes, with multiple ministers and officials present in a social, relaxed setting.
A wartime report cites Major General C. Ht. Foulkes revealing a new British chemical weapon “M device” ready for use if the war persisted. His book The GB describes a cloud of arsenic released in minute separate particles capable of penetrating German defenses.
A list of titled Australian officials including the Premier of New South Wales and Mrs Stevens, Sir H Gullett, Senator Brennan, Minister for Commerce and Industry, Treasurer Cassy, and other MPs and their spouses. The passage reads as an official attendance or ceremonial grouping with multiple honorifics and connections to government roles.
Civic pride turned a windy Canberra day into a display of color as tulips remained safe amid crowds. Volunteers, backed by park authorities and a Department of the Interior branch, carefully guided spectators behind barriers while celebrating the renowned floral display.
The Royal train reached Bungendore then Canberra late last night the Duke of Gloucester attended a diggers’ barbecue at Bungendore and a formal reception at Parliament House. The Governor General and Lady Tasman welcomed Them Royal Highness on the lawn as crowds cheered a grand salute.
The text details meticulous planning for the Royal visitor’s Canberra progression including crowd control, police and escort coordination, transport timing, barriers, and emergency access. It notes requisitions from Sydney and Goulburn, driver and vehicle arrangements, and temporary facilities for crowds and security, all mapped to ensure smooth proceedings and safety.
Fragmentary account discusses Canberra, Commonwealth, Lord Chancellor, and police capacity. Mentions New South Wales, Mickay, Omar, and contingents. asserts officials acted in a capacity and served duties. Language is garbled but implies praise of authorities performing their duties.
A fragmented account depicts the unseen labor behind the royal procession with police escorts, backstage maneuvers, and the mass of logistical tasks ensuring the event runs smoothly. Witnesses note the scale of preparation, timing, and discipline required for the royal visit.
The Organisation Thel everyinning awa Be praises the efforts of Mr. HR Waterman under Minister C. W. C Marr and Royal Vic secretary Mr. G. Strachan for coordinating activity and showing commendable emergency preparedness. Coline HE Jones and Interior Department officers aided planning and access to resources through Ministerial courtesy.
Fragmentary OCR lists ceremonial role assignments for a royal visit detailing the secretary, clerks, and officials involved. Names include Bendnreon Bolly Stanton-Coo Flenwood Tar Ton Roach Knight Traynor Martin and others approaching official duties.
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