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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 12, 1928
Page
4
A fragment from The Canberra Times lists the proprietor as The Federal Capital Free of Australia and hints at publishing details. It references pre paid subscription terms within the Commonwealth and mentions locations such as Molonglo Times Building and Duntroon canteen.
Monthly rainfall totals for the year are listed with figures for February through September and a year-to-date total. The document also lists several local names and organizations connected to railway bookstalls including Kosciusko, Gordon and Gotch, and Miss M Will iama, with notes on where records are obtainable.
In loving memory of our dear daughter and sister Alvie Doyce Luton who departed this life on 12 September 1927. We miss you and Ged alone knows how. Inserted by her loving mum and dad and also sisters and brothers.
The Canberra Times notes the 1927-28 Commonwealth wool cash value at £60,873,662, with Australasia at £73,877,862, a nine million rise from the prior year. Demand remains solid with strong buyers in Japan, Germany, Italy, France, and the U S A. Output may rise to about 2,462,000 bales as Sydney markets lead global purchases. The piece warns that a price slump would shock Australia's economy, urging impartial study of tariff and development policies while praising wool's sectoral resilience and marketing system.
The report notes a barometer at 26.82 inches and a thermometer reading 64 degrees at 1 am, with a minimum of 20.4 degrees and a wind direction from the west. Data covers 14 hours ending at 1 am and lists values for 9 am and 8 pm observations.
Canberra forecast calls for fine and mild conditions with fresh northerly winds. The outlook notes pleasant daytime temperatures and light toward moderate gusts along coastal regions. No significant precipitation expected.
In an internal note the Canberra Times outlines a protocol for the early morning delivery, stating that plows will coordinate directly with the circulation manager to ensure routes are clear and papers reach stands on time.
An OCR fragment advertises Barton’s safety coach routes from Queanbeyan to Canberra and surrounding areas with several departure times, stops at Eastlake Almalle and Fallick’s Corner, plus Saturday services. It lists fares, weekly tickets, private hire, and event catering options hosted by Mrs. Barton Forrest F.C.T. Phone listed.
London Monday reports contrasting opinions on life and death as experts debate the mystery of life. Professor Donnan argues no nearer physiological understanding exists, while Professor Hill of London University links death to oxygen failure and oxidation interruption, signaling potential shifts in life origin theories.
Noon yesterday report shows New South Wales mostly fine with frost on highlands and milder temperatures. Canberra fine with cold nights and northerly trend. Victoria fine and milder but westward clouding. Tasmania unsettled with showers from the northwest and fresh northerlies. Ocean winds variable to fresh northerlies, rough in areas. Western Australia cloudier south west with showers, South Australia briefly fine then unsettled with showers spreading east. Queensland mixed with a tendency to cloud and scattered showers southward, otherwise fine.
Victoria clear to quarter clouded with frosts and light to fresh north to north westerly winds. Scattered very light rain in southern half. New South Wales fine and clear with frosts on central and southern highlands. scattered light rain on northern highlands and far southern tablelands. Queensland varied cloud brief showers in west and central plateau. other areas mostly clear. Western Australia mix of clear to partly cloudy with showers in southwest and light rain in the southwest division. North west to westerly winds, light to moderate rain confined to the west and southwest.
The death of British MP Kenyon Blaney is reported. His health was repeatedly affected by war service, with multiple hospitalizations noted. The notice confirms his passing and references the impact of wartime duties on his condition.
A terse publisher notice states the printed matter was produced by the Federal Capital Press of Australia Ltd at its registered office in Ainslie Canberra. The text records origins and location of the publisher as part of a formal notice.
The Rhineland issue is discussed amid Big Five conference shifts with Mueller, as Briand warns his speech caused a commotion yet says Germany faces no bellicose aims. He notes progress in disarmament but calls the problem unsolved, praising France’s peace efforts while acknowledging security concerns.
Personal guests include Phyllis Calmer and Ports Evans visiting Major and Mrs Mare of Forrest. Finlay and her brother Dr Clyde Finlay host family ties. A sick-leave case from Queanbeyan is renewed by G S Goldie. Parkes of the Marlimentary Joint Horse Detachment takes a month’s holiday in Victoria. Doula and the association president plan an early leave for Melbourne holidays.
In a blunt address Minister for Transport Marie Guerard denounces a French statement about cordial relations with opponents as false. She recalls personal exposure to billeted troops and questions the army manoeuvre as a sign of peace, prompting a roar of Noes from the audience.
Debates resumed in Parliament on the Tasmanian Grant Bill with opposition urging an increase from £220,000 to £250,000. Treasurers and ministers discussed budget policy, income tax amendments, estate duty, and a general move to close loopholes. The session touched on beer imports, estate duties, and proposed taxation of life assurance companies. The Land Tax Bill was set for continuation today.
Strong speech at the League of Nations Assembly by French Minister Orneva and Foreign Minister Briond touches on Cher Ting’s capacity, Germany’s military, and immediate relief for postwar security. Briond asserts France will cooperate with Britain and the Entente on disarmament while defending Rhineland concerns and Allied naval lines.
A mangled OCR passage describes a wartime speech by a leader named Muiretior Tits and mentions a reception by the Lavtin-Anmertsy. It notes a failure to gain re election for a council seat, with votes showing Ami, Siam, and Venezuela among tallies. The text references a divided congress and various country results.
NSW parliament opens with limited public attendance and police presence. The Governor's commission conducts the ceremony while government ministers outline reforms and discuss industry, employment, and the Legislative Council. No changes to the constitution or abolition of the Upper House are pursued without popular referendum.
An Italian delegation arrival in Canberra follows the Eucharistic Congress in Sydney. The party includes Tauber Alexander Kombathier, Count Trobertalere Dalverinie Gilerid, Pietro Calna, Centonioli Orgoshine, Francesco Boldini, Maria Marett, Calas Piandritti, Calvietti Mo, Danielli Bertoli, Giovani Marie Coruageer, Guilio Arabelli, and G Owens of Cook's Agency who will guide them. The group plans to depart Canberra on Wednesday night.
Three special trains will depart Sydney next Monday carrying hundreds of echadurtion and laymen to Firnslane for the foundation stone ceremony of Brisbane Cathedral. The project is valued at a million pounds. Cardinal Cerretti will lead the journey with his entourage.
Archibald Thompson, a carpenter, was fatally injured when a quantity of Thricky collapsed at a building under construction on York Street to Van. The incident occurred during the erection phase of the project.
Rivalry filled report details Crawford and others in the U S nationals with wins and eliminations. Matches feature Cot Crawford beating Wood and Woods, Cummins defeating James, and several players advancing rounds as the national tournament opened.
Mr Oldfield a noted cricketer discusses upcoming Tests with Times reporter in Canberra. The Australian team faces selection questions as batsmen and pace bowlers vie for spots while touring England with hopes of adapting to unfamiliar English conditions.
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