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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 13, 1934

Page

2

Provisional Electoral Statement from Canberra Office

Fragmentary notice from the Canberra office cites Commonwealth Electoral Act reverence. It mentions a signature purportedly by Arthur Thomas Mhakespeare of Mort Birest Canberra and an address on Mort Street. The legibility is poor and key details are unclear.

PCE Australia Lad- Mort Street City Canberra Ganbarra Arthur Thomas Mhakespeare Mort Birest Clty

Weather Report From Canberra September 12

Canberra weather bulletin records 4.90 am Harumeter reading of 30.19 inches and a 603 degree minimum. At 4.20 am activity shows 40 degree or 38 degree readings with wind from the north at 6.20 am.

Canberra Harumeter

Enrolments Rise in Commonwealth Elections Details

Enrolment totals show a rise from the 1831 election figures with a net increase of 26372. The roll lists 308682 electors comprising 1850027 males and 1953615 females. New South Wales leads with the largest gain at 16718 since 1931 across states and the Northern Territory.

New South Wales Northern Territory Victoria Queenaslans Satret South Australia

Quiet Eden Monaro election sparks limited contest

In Eden Monaro the campaign moves swiftly with three candidates, J Al Perkins, C Es Johnson, and L D O Sullivan Labor. The 1952 result saw Perkins win with 25 040 votes and a Labour majority of 11 199 amid electorate changes including Goulburn and Werriwa shifts and Yass exclusion.

Kien-Monary Lance Christian U.P O'Sullivan Labour Perkins Goulburn Tro Werriwa Yass Haseen Hime White Goulburn

Canberra Commerce Leads On National University Plan

The Canberra Chamber of Commerce proposes coordinating with the University College Council to foster the creation of a national university at Canberra. Though not wealthy, Canberra commerce offers to contribute and stimulate wider support, with progress eagerly watched beyond Dunberry.

Te Canberra Chaber of 1 National University At Canberra Council of the University College Flanberra Australia University College Council Dunberry

Anglican Synod Debate on Bar to Lay Members

An Anglican Synod in Sydney debated a motion to bar lay members from certain committees if they hold profit or pecuniary ties to the synod or its bodies. Critics argued the move wrongly targets the legal profession and could unjustly punish members without proof. Newsroom tensions rose as the proposal was withdrawn amid continued contention.

Kaliogg Sydney Ean Bynod Ata Ovtuidorn Bynod FW Pont Mr. Pont Canor Langford-Amith Talbot Dean Talbot Jr. Font Teave Pontwale Nave

Papal Legate Arrival in Melbourne on November 26

Cardinal Bie bourne arrives in Melbourne on WL 7 wall for a feature event on November 26. He plans to stay two days before returning to Troland. The visit is expected to include timetable engagements and likely church duties.

Melbourne Biebourne Troland

Identity of Victim in Albury Murder Mystery

Police report from Bulunda today identifies the murdered girl as Colin Newell’s missing niece, last heard from in Sydney two months ago while working in a restaurant. Detectives lament the lack of identification and fear the killer may be known to someone who remains quiet. Efforts to preserve the body face poor prospects for success.

Bulundetah Colin Newell Upper Maal Sydney Bhone Allmond Gata Peopl Ctime Guint Aiis

Pedlar and His Dog and the Ambuskment Legend

The London County Council plans on the south bank of the Thames near Westminster and Waterloo Bridge would clear Pallur'e Acre land. A pedlar with a faithful dog supposedly found fortune when the master built a paving project. A gift of gratitude led to a church window and later legends tied the tale to Dick Whittington amid doubts from antiquaries.

London County Council the Thames Westminster Waterloo Acre Ks Amar Pediar Partah Bt. Murya, Lambern Dick Whittington

Canberra Grammar Magazine Highlights Canberra University Vision

The Canberra Grammar Review for 1936 praises the Canberran year and its cross-border links with Shariginen, noting diverse content from Canberran writers, church girls’ school contributions, and poems. It profiles Whitlam and Brian Green, with Canberra’s push for a national university, and includes Old Boys Union notes and Charlton’s honorary coaching role.

Church of England Ceanmar Vietueialt Waliior Whitlam Headon Brian Green Vicnnery Canberra Germany Avarralin Bishop ML Bungmann Joli” Watates Permbal Aus Qrafua Beate Universitiva Old Boys Notvo At Old Boys Andruw Charlton

The CANDIDATES The auttiage member, Mr JA Perkins

The auttiage member Mr JA Perkins, Minister for the Interior, is a well known figure in the electorate. Since 1921 he has served at NSW Parliament for Monaro, held government whip duties briefly, and regained his seat in 1931. He later became Assistant Minister for Trade and Customs and then Minister for the Interior during Lyons government.

JA. Perkins House of Representatives Sptember Wous

Federal Golf Club Undergoes Major Redesign

Work has begun on a altered layout at the Federal Golf Club in Acton. The course will be lengthened and played in the opposite direction once complete, with a reduced par and new features aimed at elevating golf standards. The improved course is slated to be ready for play on September 32. A Silver Spoon Competition draw lists matchups including R. Jarman vs 8. Grisithe and Ryan vs W. Ware, among others.

Clun Acton Batureiay R. Jarman Grisithe J. Denuld HH. Yeond M. Cottortfi V. Marker

L D O Sullivan Labour Candidate Profile

MR L D O Sullivan a Bay born Labour candidate for the forthcoming election. He was educated at Sydney University and entered the law. He worked at Clarges Inn Street High School and is the youngest Labour member and speaker of merit. He has been active in the Teachers Federation and Labour movement with keen political and economic interest.

O'Sullivan Bay Labour Mores Hieimet Sydney University Prevent Clogs Inn Street High School C'sullivan Picciston Hie Ar 'Im Boaldes Teachers Federation Hime Abd Fis Eco Tataul

Mr. C Johnston Goulburn trades leader and railway official

Mr. C Johnston born near Liverpool Plains is son of Mr and Mrs J Loauhn. He joined the Railway Service in 1920 and was transferred to Goulburn as superintendent. An active ALP and ARM supporter, he formed the Goulburn Trades and Labour Council and served as its first president. He studied economics and has country problem experience. Educated at St Marys Manly and St Sweniet Se.

Mr. G. Johnston Gurinedeh Liverpool Plains Mra. J. Loauhn Tamworth Breeea Tratfe Catriet Goulburn Poer Varcour Abu Bramehes Murwinbrook Upper Hunter Gouloatra ALP ARM Goulburn ‘Trades and’ Labour Counsil Thor Ugh Fem Mr. Johnston At. Mary's Manly St. Swemiet

Snakes Reported Early in City Streets

The article notes snakes appearing early in the city, with references to a winter pause and recent warm weather drawing reptiles from hiding. It mentions various streets and a local area, suggesting sightings and public curiosity as residents adjust to the unexpected welcome of reptiles.

Bankin Nave Stein Beternonn Luis

Dinner event at Government Room in Canherrea

Mr and Mrs Mixoelloney hosted a dinner for Sir Mixoelloney and Lady Tanne at the Government Room in Canherrea on Tuesday evening.

Mr. and Mracrutenby Sir Mixoelloney Jady Tanne Government Rtoom Can[herrea Tuomiay

Chamber of Commerce backs Canberra university plan

A large Chamber of Commerce meeting at Hotel Wolley Ton urged support for establishing a permanent university in Canberra. Dr Henry proposed and the council planned to write the university, inviting city leaders to cooperate. Delegates coordinated decorations for Prince’s visit and arranged with city committees in Ingston Kingston and Mankato to stage displays and promotions.

Chamber of Commerce Wolley Ton McKielop Ns Canberra Henry Ani Tnt Canberra City Ingston Mankato

Wedding Anderson Jones at St Santes Church

The ceremony for Kenneth B Argernnn and the bride from Kiama and Airs Jones was held at St Santes Church with Rev Canun Roberta officiating. The bride wore a white dress with a coronet of orange blossoms and pale pink hyacinths, while guests including numerous titled and social figures attended.

Sts Santes Church Kenneth B. Argernnn Kiamanu Mark Norton LieWt Guise Raplin Slaney Canberra Beide Techsia Mer. Merk Sarton Col C.D. Puller Mon. Fuller Migs Falter Mia Morton A. Fuller Riobert Garran Colin McKennie Ara Pyatchiey Btrw Jf Baeling A Alexander Guy Tanner Finiay W. Parsons W. J. Woodger J-H Calthorpe Campbell Eddison John Karclin T. AM. Burnett Bercy Hay Kicks Watson GV. Clack Atefbourne Jayer Marks Stroh Doselund A. 8 Dickinson Hit. Maude J. Pletcher

Bribes Offered to the Police in Melbourne Case

S P Betting, Edger, McNamara, and Byrne were charged in City Court with conspiring from November 1, 1923 to March 1, 1924 to influence police in gaming offence detections. Edger allegedly obtained about 1000 dollars from two men by claiming to pass funds to police for immunity. Byrne and McNamara were also charged. McNamee did not appear. Byrne and Byrne were committed for trial.

Melbourne Alexander Gordon Edger Thomaa B McNamer Daniel Byrne Byrne McNamty Kdpar McNamee Edger Burn Bayar

Lindrum in form for fortnight match

Walter Lindrum showed form tonight in a forthcoming fortnight match against Raynaumart. Details include late scores and a 41? showing. Davin 4788 noted amid the sparse report.

Walter Lindrum bin Fortnight Agaist the Raynaumart Joom Davin

Horses and Sheep Section at HTP Show Ends Readiness

The annual FCS meeting highlighted larger dog trials and growing entries for the HTP show. Officials including Woodger, Cullingie Ltd, and ROA McKillop announced arrangements for exhibition access and logistics with plans for a new pavilion and improved facilities to be completed by the show dates.

Ray PRIDE al Nweo FCS Uilto Caberra Mesars Jt Kilby FR Curran

Visit of Rev RG Nicholls Prominent Melbourne Clergyman

The Rev RG Nicholls rector at Fitzroy will preach online Sunday. Renowned for long service in Melbourne parish work and founding roles in the Boys Society, he is affectionately known as Brother Bill. The Melbourne clergyman will deliver a sermon at next Sunday evening service and is expected to impress parishioners with his work and character.

Fev. BR Nicholls Fitzroy Melbourne Pitzroy Nicholl Frankston Byer Nicholé Nichollt Nateneeem Nicholds Join

Readers' Views on City Center Bike Safety and Pedestrian Paths

A reader letter raises concerns about cyclist and pedestrian safety in the Civic Centre area and along the footpath, urging stricter daylight enforcement of regulations. The writer cites rising risks and calls for clearer rules and dedicated walkways to protect the public.

Walton Derwas Civic

Nauru Lecture by JC Duce On Saving and Mite on Mant

An event at a hotel features Mr JC Duce an engineer with the British Commission giving a lecture on saving and mison matter. He recounts work along the Onoberra branch and in the Federal capital, noting roles with British Phosphate interests and related organizations. The lecture includes planned slides and a presentation aim.

JC. Duce Britint ‘Commission Onoberra Cone York 'N Conners Ain

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