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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 12, 1935
Page
4
A cloudy mild day brings unsettled conditions as fresh east to north east winds drive a damp air mass across the region. Temperatures remain mild with little variation and scattered light showers possible.
In the Legislative Council Mr E C Sommerlad praised the Governor's speech as a well formed plan to centralise for social improvement and rural growth. Discussion noted taxation concerns and licensing law relaxations as part of the broader address which was agreed to and will be presented to the Governor.
Proposals warn of widespread bankruptcies without debt adjustment and urge immediate action. They stress private, nonpublic board deliberations, employment guarantees for the future, and expansion of technical training to prepare youth for work in Canberra and beyond.
The article argues for a stronger Canberra development effort with private investors guiding residential expansion. It advocates aggressive Canberra propaganda to attract retirees and residents, notes critical two-year period for the city, and records praises for Mr Shakespeare by Dr Fr Watson and Mr Owen in an Advisory Council vote.
District cricket circle voices sharp criticism of methods used by the Queanbeyan club as it prepares to enter a competition. Officials and players are urged to address alleged concerns and restore confidence ahead of upcoming fixtures.
At a heated annual meeting Queanbeyan Cricket Club debated affiliation with the Queanbeyan District Cricket Association. It was decided to join the District Association with one A Grade team and to enter A and B Grade teams in the FC T competition. Officers were elected and finances discussed amid concerns over public support and future fixtures.
In Canberra a broad coalition backs a monster reception to honor Sir Isaac Isaacs. The proposal calls for a portrait of Isaacs from a distinguished Australian artist to be unveiled at Yarralumla House after a national capital acknowledgment of five years of support. Arthur Blakeley drives the plan with school, cultural, and sporting groups invited to send two delegates to a September 24 conference to advance arrangements.
Local shop invites customers to view various name plate styles and sizes and obtain a price quote after inspection.
The Canberra Times notice lists proprietor The Federal Capital Press of Australia Ltd Mort Street Canberra with subscription rates 42 shillings per year, 40 shillings booked, paid in advance, and references to distribution in Canberra and district plus Sydney Dymock's Newsagency.
By arrangement, The Canberra Times is delivered daily to all Canberra and Queanbeyan homes before any other newspaper of the previous day. Residents may order by sending their names and addresses or by calling 754.
The record lists barometer readings from 8 am to 9 pm with fluctuations around 30 inches. Temperatures range from 4 degrees in the morning to 53 degrees in the afternoon and 41.4 degrees at night, with a 64 degree daily high and 29 degree low. Winds shift from ESE in the morning to east and later.
Their Excellencies the Governor General Lady Isasces attend by Bracegirdie CMG Captain DsG RAN and Official Secretary will return to Canberra to duty.
The piece argues Australia’s book censorship harms political liberty arguing that British freedoms are broader and that Australian policy censors political works with a cotton wool approach. It condemns the Minister for Trade and Customs for restricting access to political books and warns such censorship feeds subversive movements.
A Sydney reception honored Mr Debachi and the Japanese envoy. Attendees from political, business, religious and scholastic circles praised Japan's 90 million countrymen and friendship toward Australia. Mr Hughes warned clashes may occur, but harmony is possible with open, friendly relations.
Sydney reports Ambrose Palmer refused all offers over 2000 pounds to stay in Australia. He sails for Canada and England tomorrow after a cable from America offering 6000 dollars for a bout believed against former champion Max Rosenbloon. Palmer will consider the offer after arriving in England.
South African players Crawford defeated Bertram 6-3 6-4 and Quist beat Farquharson 6-2 3-4 6-2. Doubles Farquharson Kirby beat Crawford Quist 6-8 3-6 11-9 4-6 8-6 in a dramatic final set as Australians rallied to level.
The coroner determined Amelia Sophia Ingliss of Manly died from veronal poisoning. The inquest noted her husband James Ingliss reported her periods of faintness and financial worries over the past year, with causation undecided whether accidental or not.
In Nuremberg the Nazi Congress welcomed Hitler with church bells and artillery as conscription and rearmament were framed as steps toward German sovereignty. Hitler said the replica sword symbolises Reich power and the first year of German liberty to re-arm, calling the festival the greatest in Nazi history.
A telegram to Prime Minister Lyons from McDonald Hamilton and Co. and D L Dowdell announces P O S N Co and Orient Line will offer about 15 outward and 15 return mail steamers to Tasmanian ports each tourist season. Lyons welcomes the extension expected to boost Tassie tourism and economy.
During prayers at St Paul of the Cross Church in Dulwich Hill a man assaulted a woman grabbing her by the throat and injuring her while another woman was choked when she tried to intervene. Police were called but the suspect had fled by the time officers arrived.
The New South Wales Mines Department annual report shows mineral wealth for 1934 at £9,127,23 with an increase of £1,045,460 from the prior year. The data highlights a strong rise in mineral production and value.
Announcement of a complimentary farewell function for Mr and Mrs Blakeley hosted by the Canberra Amateur Swimming Club before their move to Melbourne. Mr Blakeley, the club president and former Minister for the Interior, will receive a presentation and recognition for meritorious service to the club and the national capital. A testimonial fund is organized with initial club donation.
Police found a note and clothing at the cliff suggestive of a man taking his own life after a theft. Detective Ridge spotted a man matching the note’s name and later the individual was charged with larceny at the Central Police Station.
Alfred Wooding of Campbell Street City died after plunging sixty feet onto a concrete floor from a light shaft in the Hibernian building. Police say a cause for the tragedy could not be determined at the scene.
Iyied, Messrs. Doug West and O'Connor were appointed delegates to the Queimbeyan District Association. Batting fees for Saturday matches were fixed at 3d per match. The President announced turf practice wicket would be playable in about a fortnight and a committee meeting would be held on Wednesday next.
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