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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 17, 1935

Page

2

Sydney plans for a 148 year plan to remake Macquarie Street

The State Government may adopt a long range plan to reshape Macquarie Street with major public buildings and a new law courts complex. Proposals include moving Faclument House, retaining Queen's Square, preserving St James Church, and turning vacant court land into a park while converting Myoney Hospital into a modern facility with expanded beds.

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Visit by British Members to Canberra Stirs Talks

A small party of fourteen British members visited Canberra yesterday for a tour of Parliament House and surrounding precincts after the Melbourne conference. They were hosted by Prime Minister Mr J Lyons and entertained at a luncheon. Some members left for Sydney while Mrs Parry of Edinburgh stayed on with the Prime Minister.

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Canberra Weather Report From Historical Source

Canberra records show daily temperature highs around 61 degrees at 9 pm and lows near 32 degrees on grass. Winds were NW at 9 am, with rainfall tallies for the current year and notes on a February to June period including Queanbeyan relative figures.

Canberra

Blakeley Farewell Dinner at Minnulee Willoe

An informal farewell event for Mr Blakeley is planned at the Minnulee Willoe tonight. Mrs A will attend and the menu includes mulled wine and beverages. Guests from the Indies are asked to contribute to the supper.

Lamanga

Canberra Forecast Shows Chilly Showers and Thunder

Canberra forecast notes a chill turn with scattered showers and thunder. Hail and lightning are possible on the tablelands as winds shift from northwest to southwest, becoming squally and reaching gale force at times.

Tablelands Strang

Canberra Advisory Council Election Draw Narrow Field

The Ganherrs Times notes nominations closed for Canberra Advisory Council and Canberra Community Hospital Board elections. Three candidates seek two seats. voters will elect on September 24 after deposits were introduced to curb frivolous runs. The piece reflects on public opinion, unemployment concerns, and the hospital board’s future independence from bureaucracy.

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Controversial Welterweight Bout Ends In Disqualification

A hostile crowd at Ruahcutters Bay roared as referee Walls disqualified Paul Beater after Carroll dominated the sixth round. Beater showed poor form, while Carroll delivered a top display prompting public dispute over officiating and a potential rematch decision at a stadium meeting.

Sydney Ruahcutters Bay Jack Carroll Paul Beater Hman Wtarcedt Eoneweil Carroll Wallis Schafer Jack Munro

Canberra Court Drunken Driving Case Details

Canberra court fined a laborer for drunken driving after a morning incident on Eyre Street. The report notes the driver’s state, the charges of driving while intoxicated, and the court’s ordered penalty.

Canberra

Memorial to late Sir Neville Howse plaques unveiled

The memorial plaque for Sir Neville Howse was unveiled by Mr RG Cavey at the Institute of Anatomy in Canberra after the Halford Oration by Professor Bramwill. The plaque honors Howse as a wartime hero, surgeon, and public servant, with family and donors present including Sir Jack Howse and Mrs Rayne Dickson.

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Scout Week Canberra District Association Held in Federal Territory

The Canberra District Association marks Scout Week September 20 with events across the Federal Capital Territory. Scouts from young to old gather at Tabinbilta and other venues for exhibitions and activities. The annual general meeting occurs September 18 at Hotel Canberra to discuss citizenship and community service. Scout Sunday is observed September 22 with services across Canberra.

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Verdict of Guilty in Gosford Murder Case

Harold Ferguson, 43, found guilty at the Central Criminal Court for the fatal shooting of his wife during a confrontation over alleged infidelity. Witnesses described a struggle and multiple shots. Ferguson admitted firing three times, claiming self defense. Justice Jordan sentenced Ferguson to death after the jury returned a guilty verdict.

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Notable Personal Cunningham and Causeway Incident

A fragmented report describes Cunningham M and Richard Janes Kelly, a 3 percent carpenter, in an incident on a Saturday. The text references a gubernatorial prosecution and a social engagement with the Governor and Lady Texas, plus a Canberra police contingent and a Medical Association Conference.

Employment policy outlined by T M Shakespeare

Speech in Causeway Hall by T M Shakespeare calls for immediate debt write-offs, full time jobs for Canberra unemployed, and expansion of land clearing schemes. He urges land access, Canberra development, and a debt adjustment board with government workers and business reps to settle government rents and owed sums.

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Presentation to Sir Isaac Isaacs in Canberra

A meeting called by Mr A Biaks at the Canberra Amateur Swimming Club will discuss farewell arrangements for the Governor-General. It will be held at Hotel Canberra next Tuesday night with two representatives from all Canberra organizations invited. The Canberra University College Students Association and others met yesterday and unanimously allocated funds and support for the movement.

A. Biaksjiex Canberry Canorm Caneberre Canberra University College Yarra

Wedding crush mars Sydney cathedral ceremony

A wedding at St Mary's Cathedral in Sydney drew a huge crowd, hindering police as Madge Willott and Cyril Ritchard emerged after the ceremony. Relatives and friends strained barriers, with several guests fainting and bystanders pressed forward, leaving officials to manage the scene.

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Public Service Notes from Branch Council Meeting

The usual monthly meeting of the Branch Council of the Ps Association is set for Thursday, September 28 at 7:00 pm at Hotel Canberra. Councillors elected at the annual meeting or unable to attend may appoint a proxy. The council will discuss department policy, rental charges, and potential franchise for government buildings. Reports from the Department of the Interior and Prime Ministers Department are reviewed, with next steps on Commonwealth service rewards and wages for government units.

Ps. Association Canbervillri Mence Department of the Thteriat Rri Tals Sami Hounen

Farewell for Mrs. Blakeley by Canberra women

Mrs. A Blakeley was farewelled by over 80 Canberra women at a reception arranged by Mrs damon C. V. MacDonald W. J. Clemens and H. C. Brown in Canberra yesterday after a stay in Melbourne. Guests included Lady Gurren and Lady Markensie with many named attendees. the event featured music and gifts as Mrs Blakeley departs with her two daughters Mildred and Kana.

A. Blakeley Canberra Melbourne Mesdamon C. V. MacDonald W. J. Clemens H.C. Brown Red. Tillyard Clemens Mra MacDonald A. Ri Petern Mee Chapman Lady Gurren Lady Markensie Mendaines G. Casey Tallyard Ste AL Abbott TH Jering K. Binns R. Ewing G. & Knowles J. Bheehan PA. Gourgan D. P. Jersel H. J. Filshie W. Aale Daley Kitchen Malllaon J, Gamble T Cumpston Hm. Jones WJ. Edwards Dickson Brackenreg Field K Blairs G. Marshall Fammay J. J Calthorpe J. Alexander H. L. Maude Thorpe A. F. Adams H.R. Waterman G. McFastlane Carrodils No. Parkery A. Mettard Weatherstan FL Monahan B.A. Paternon F. Elmunds B. Beveman Ff. Lavender Bromack P. Romerville J. L. Mansion Muss W Maplestone A. Ingram Ti. MacDonald J . Binner Brophy Fige Rasch Ile Murrey Misses Green B. Abbott M. Horan Ingram Bouthwell Brodie P. Miintz Matron Averett Smith

Warle Servion Antelligance Compiled For Publication Rights

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