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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 07, 1929
Page
4
Weather bulletin notes scattered showers along southwest coast and interior with varying winds. Queensland forecasts cloudy coastal showers then scattered rain inland. winds shift from northeast to southeast in exposed areas.
Weather data from Canberra dated Friday September 6 includes barometer and thermometer readings, maximum and minimum temperatures, rainfall notes, and a brief annual summary. The report lists values for wind, rainfall totals, and period measurements, noting anomalies and unclear digits from the OCR.
General forecast reports cloud and possible showers in the north east quarter with fronts and high winds. Victoria and nearby areas see showers at times with cooler winds in the west and coastal districts. Overall generally fair in the north east with fresh to strong winds in western regions and little change expected tonight.
Victoria reports scattered frost and clear to partly cloudy skies with variable winds, light rainfall in the northeast. Teamania shows clear to few clouds with frost on higher terrain and variable winds. South Australia notes three quarter to overcast with drizzle in places, while Western Australia is cloudy to overcast in the southwest with light to moderate winds. Queensland data unavailable.
Rainfall update lists town by town across Victoria and Queensland with scores and figures from several districts. Includes Port Campbell Makinoral Merriwa Wale Muree and Cape Otway entries, plus Goondiwindl Tara Maryborough Dalby and Toowoomba.
Their Excellencien Lie Governor General and Lady Huwelaver hosted an inner party at Government House yesterday evening attended by Major General the Hon Neville and Lady Howse, and numerous dignitaries including Sir Woot and Mrs Gibwar, the Patersons, and other notable guests. Health issues delayed one attendee admitted to hospital, while others en route or visiting Canberra prepared for the nine month stay.
Canberra residents demand clear government intent as plans for a new Third Commissioner and the Commission's future come under scrutiny. The agreement promised by the electors to abolish the Commission and end the term by November 2 is challenged, with calls for the commissioner to resign.
A garbled report discusses Pacific Cable pricing trends toward Australia and a golf championship. The text mentions competitors, venues such as Vancouver, and references to a Canadian or Pacific aviation event, with unclear names and dates. The passage reads as a jumbled collection of phrases about rates, contests, and regional contenders without clear outcomes or specifics.
A fragmentary 1925 report notes W M Hughes speaking on a dreamlike theme about Federal arbitration and industrial peace. It reflects tensions over industrial disputes, federal jurisdiction, and the roles of employer and worker groups as reformers discuss maintaining stability.
Me. Vavidvan M.L.A. was ordered from vie rou fy we Druemler to-day during an interview with a deputation. The protest aimed at abolishing the rural ward and sought assurances on employment and fair treatment for Australian workers. Deputation members and Haviteun discussed strikes and the need to maintain Australian standards in governance and labor.
A muddled OCR note reports a choral service at Reid Methodist Church with uncertain remarks by Mr Ravin or Mavin about a deputation. It mentions a program including songs Light a Brand and Ban and references attendees Thelma Peterby Marten and others with plans to perform after a discussion with officials.
An ailing OCR jumble mentions political figures and events with scattered hints of public discourse. It threads through names and places in a chaotic collage, preserving only fragments of people places and actions.
A garbled historical OCR fragment mentions names and dates in a rough news item. It references individuals and places in a jumbled way, with unreadable sections. The readable bits hint at a proceeding or event with dates and locations, but the overall content is unclear and not verifiable.
Five years' term imposed in a Redfern hold-up case. The court heard detailed testimony and found the defendant guilty of robbery with aggravating factors. Police reports and witness statements were cited during the sentencing.
Fragmented OCR text references a British figure defending a young leader amid a tense public policy debate. The piece mentions security, privacy, and a push to regulate digital influence paths in a parliamentary setting. Names, dates, or specific events are unclear due to garbled source text.
Fragmented OCR reads indicate renewed effort to prepare for an electoral process with attendees and deadlines. The passage references polling, counting, and verification steps, suggesting organizers coordinate dates and venues while ensuring voter participation.
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