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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 26, 1933
Page
2
A publishing notice appears from The Canberra Times detailing prepaid subscription rates and printing information. The notice includes terms about payment, delivery, and rate adjustments for subscribers. It emphasizes renewal and uninterrupted service for readers within the region.
Canberra weather data from October lists barometer and temperature readings at 8.80 am 20.98 inches 40 degrees maximums and minimums. It covers monthly rainfall totals by station including Woden Picton and Parkes with dates from January to October and a total rainfall figure for the period.
Fragmentary observatory notes report a Thursday October event with moon rise and setting times. Entries mention a 1.00 pan and 7.30 p.m mete activity, plus references to Kalman and Vims data and a 9:42 p.m. marker. Names and terms are garbled beyond recognition.
The Ganherra Dimes plan introduces a broad trade accord between the Commonwealth and New Zealand. It aims to expand exports of Australian manufactured goods, offers concessions to New Zealand, and seeks to rebalance trade to reduce the unfavourable New Zealand balance, while encouraging closer cooperation and reciprocity between the two Dominions.
Dr Rpiner Branden of KW Anglers' Club joined Canberr members to discuss propagation and distribution of fry in the Monera stream. The visit included a tour of Hatchery facilities and collaboration with Canberra Anglers Club representatives.
In a parliamentary session Mr Beasley and allies criticized government handling of the tender for the Sea Wall air route linking Singapore to Darwin. They argued imperial interests influenced the bid and that Australian aviation businesses and officials were excluded from the process. The debate highlighted auditor general warnings on favored foreign interests and the need for a fair tender framework.
The discussion centers on tender capacity and bids in Brandon with Mr Ward and Mr Heasley noting river and land constraints. Officials argue the tenders align with imperial aims and that only Airway would meet completion needs while other bidders face scrutiny.
In a heated session the House debated proposed tariff adjustments and currency relief tied to exchange stability. Mr Gregory urged a formal amendment while Mr Willey and Mr White considered implications for Australian industry and pending committee reports. The vote moved forward on certain currency depreciation concerns as the bill stalled for further refinement.
Canberra forecast notes cloudy conditions with showers along the coast and generally cold inland. It calls for mostly fine conditions on the tablelands with cold air, and fresh to strong squally south west winds across the region.
The President of the Country Pros Association states he received Senator Lynch’s reply to the salary grab proposal. He intends no punitive action, seeks justice and equality, and notes the burden of advantage should be shared. He references a remittance of about £1,000,000 at Wembley, but details are uncertain.
Three church leaders address a United Church unity theme at the Congregational meeting. Moderator Dr G Reed of the Presbyterian Assembly argues for greater alliance in truth and righteousness, while L Hennett of the Methodist Conference urges unified strength to steady society.
Sparse OCR reads a bowling morning at Braddon with players listed including Breck Brown D Arcy Bel Grainger Hardaker Joyner Katt Levott and others. The fragmentary text names teams Neutral Bay Dee and City Bowling CIM with a mention of attendance and a Laureated 19.
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