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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 01, 1932
Page
2
The article lists rainfall and temperature records for Queanbeyan, detailing monthly totals from March to August and the corresponding averages. It includes maximum and minimum temperatures and notes precipitation figures for each month.
A brilliant annual Grammar Ball at Albert Hall Canberra drew a large crowd with entertainment by Cranberry and top community figures. Lady Garten and Grimes organized the event with decorations, while Rev. W. Fe Edwarde and Mrs Relwagin hosted guests including The Bishop of Goulburn and Lady Lasgae. The Canberra Grammar School Association praised the evening’s arrangements and the social turnout, noting strong support from local officials and society leaders.
At the Central Court today Thomas Proudtoat, 27, a Birmingham valet, was charged with theft involving a jewel from Mrs Stew et Tine. The accused allegedly aided a property owner and faced deportation if convicted.
Canberra forecast notes mostly fine on the coast with cloud and showers on the tablelands. Heavier rain expected on the far southern highlands and anew on the Alps. Strong squally westerly winds.
The piece praises the Clerk of the Senate for upholding Standing Orders during a vacancy, urging consistent respect for Parliament’s dignity. It argues rights bring duties, condemns abuse of the vacancy period, and endorses the Clerk’s actions as a model for both Houses to ensure smooth, principled governance.
A large congregation gathered yesterday at AutiA Church for the funeral of Hale Muir. Canon Rotwin conducted the service, with readings by various community representatives. The mourners included Mrs A Muir and family, and many local figures attended to honor a life long connected with Canberra and its churches.
Fragmentary OCR text lists team or club names and several personal names with partial affiliations, mentioning Welopen Park Behwoly and Teogby Union. Readers should note multiple unreadable segments and uncertain associations.
Fragmented text reports an inquiry into the wool industry with references to prices, government actions, and industry leaders. It mentions a committee meeting, price controls, and concerns about the impact of tariffs and exchange rates on wool growers and production.
Tributes in Parliament reflect on the death of Sir John Quiex. The House of Representatives and Prime Minister Lyon lead impassioned praise for his public service. He held high offices in the British and Australian governments and was a prominent figure in the country’s constitutional and wartime leadership.
The announcement by Attorney General outlines exemptions under the Jury Exemption Act. Under the act some warrants are exempted from serving and jurors would be hard to obtain in a national capital hospital context. Proposals aim to adjust the act to guarantee public safety while ensuring jury service remains feasible.
A court sentenced three men for motor car thefts. Soutge Soule received ten years, Coal Wilhiwm eight, and Inhomer won eleven years. A companion, Deaver Thomney, faced a separate charge and received ten years.
Fragmentary report describes the Australian parliamentary drama with mentions of Governor, cabinet selections, and senate elections. It notes debates over presidency and chairmanship, a clerk’s controversial precedents, and party MPs from Labour and Liberal camps debating leadership amid tension in New South Wales and Riverina regions.
Fragmented report notes a motion in Sydney council proceedings seeking to prevent a recelition of 1H situation. The City Carroll meeting, Mayor Walder and Alderman Walder, plus Drropnu, appear connected to amendments aimed at creating a quorum.
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