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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 28, 1927

Page

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Tragedy After Fire At Campden Tent Ends In Death

Early Monday October 27 a fire at a tent in Campden killed William Joseph, fatally injuring him. Detected candle, poor tent safety, and rapid burns were cited by coroner and doctor. The coroner urged candle safety and ambulance response improvements.

Nas Latour Willian Joseph Barattier Dani Halaka Canberri Betty Joseph Orivy Lingles Wim Alan Taquesat Lila Disteie Crevier John Gated Hut Ae Na 1 Cumago Cwan Evie Talnek Cisey John Hertertain Twoen Cathey Velowbing Lie Herre Couh Sud Finlay

Weather note from Canberra reports a single observation

A Canberra weather item mentions a one off observation tied to a Marie motif amid trees noting a unique meteorological moment.

Stormy Session Over Aboriginal Labour Questions in Northern Territory

In the Northern Territory House of Representatives this morning, tension rose as allegations of exploitation by sleeper contractors surfaced. Minister Marr defended departmental control amid fierce Labour outbursts and jubilant cheers from government backers, with Sir Littleton Groom struggling to restore order.

Northern Territory House of Representatives Neon Northern Territories Labour Convernment Littleton Groom

Railway Bill Aims to Take Over Capital Line

In the House of Representatives today the Minister for Railways announced plans to introduce a bill to take over the pristine railway line in the capital. He indicated arrangements may follow for a permanent station and for extending the line toward Ainalia.

Perkins Eden-Monara House of Representatives Pristing Ainalia

Registrations Reciprocal Plan Involving Local Workers

A partial note outlines reciprocal plans related to workers and area registrations. It mentions committees, duties, and regional participation with references to local leaders and authorities. The text is fragmented, but implies procedural steps and oversight by designated groups.

Officers' Homes Transfer Reveals New Conditions

An official note outlines changes to the transfer terms for officers' housing. The document implies no additional conditions and references supervision by the director and related authorities, with mentions of eligibility and occupancy rules.

Armistice Day Observance Reported at Parliament

A Dominion Office notice outlines Armistice Day ceremonies to be held in London with a commemorative service on November 11. The Prime Minister and leaders pledge cooperation with dominions and imperial observances as plans are finalized for the day.

Atuistine Armistice Dias Chaherna

Canberra row over slow work by earthworks men in Parliament

In Canberra the House of Representatives heatedly debated a claim about slow work on earthworks. Leaders and MPs attacked and defended workers while recounting observations of efficiency and supervision, ending with an adjournment.

House of Representatives Canberra Chariton Earle Page Pargona Angus W.A

Representation of Local Chief to Residents Sparks Debate

An article notes that the city council debates the chief's representation to residents on the town's future. It discusses proposed measures and responses from community groups amid concerns about governance and transparency.

Engineering Annual Conference in Canberra Next Year

The annwil conference of the Tnetis Hitlon ongineery Avuebratin will thus ten i abe iy FPetriiery mest. The sittings will extend over We a from the etual Wisinessa of a oe. Spore benramenta will ensite the attention of members. Sir John Mutiers is President of the Institution on Eiusimenret.

Annwil Tnetis Hitlon Cunaphalnge Odie Ochgironn Mor Taeimivera Tan Terry Divine

Municipal Valuer Reports Value Increase in Lami Area

The Municipal Valuer J Murrawi presented at a meeting findings that the revised capital value has risen, with notable increases since 1927. The report compares Hin­se Mirires and outlines the impact on outlying wards and the overall municipal assessment.

Vale of Lami Meniscpeat Murrawi Dhimprevel Vaabue Vane Vale Ctl Yale Wolo

Brazil Steamer Mosrila Sinks After Collision

A Montreal report says the steamer Mosrila sank stern first near Rota Brac with about sixty dead. Commander Privor disputed optimistic casualty estimates while crews of Mafaldan and others raced to recover bodies and debris. Local authorities believe a belligerent projectile caused the disaster.

Montreal Rota Brac Mafaldan Privor Meale

Perkins protest sparks lively parliamentary critique of a metropolitan journalist

In a Wednesday Hivae session Mr. Perkins voiced strong objections to criticism from a leading metropolitan paper. He condemned the journalist for lack of courteous discretion and for singling out minor faults, provoking laughter yet underscoring disapproval of personal barbs in public discourse.

Perkins 4den-Ménara Metropolian Hon North Sydney Perkina Witehlers

Wooden Dwellings vs Brick Costs for Permanent Homes

The Minister for Home and Territories told Sir Eliott Johnson that permanent wooden dwellings may be built with costs around £967 including most services but excluding fencing kerbing guttering paths and hedge planting. Brick homes would cost about £450 more for interior walls and finish with rents comparable to timber cottages when brick options reduce overall rental.

Ainslie Sub Branch Plans Concert and Poppy Drive

The Ainslie Sub Branch of the KA8.LL.A outlines an Impromptu concert to boost membership and a monthly meeting at the Ainslie School on November 14. It aims to raise funds by selling 6 000 poppies on Poppy Day for the Disabled Soldiers and Helpers fund, with Armistice Day events and a broadcast speech planned at Hotel Kurra-Jone. The Governor-General is expected to attend the Armistice Day dinner as patron.

Ainslie Ka8.ll.a Canberra Pormerly Almac Mule Fepeak Ainmlie School Tuemiony Social Service Association Federal Capital Territory League J. Gaskin Hotel Kurra- Jone

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