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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 20, 1932
Page
2
A note describes daily home delivery in Canberra and Queanbeyan for the previous day’s date. It instructs vendors to communicate with allies and addresses contact procedures through Queanbeyan for orders and arrangements handled by Mr Murray and local offices.
The report shows morning conditions with a gusty weather note and temperatures ranging from a low of 87 to a high near 90 degrees. It includes Guam readings with wind from the east and monthly rainfall totals for the current year across several months.
Unsettled forecast for Canberra with further rain and some heavy showers and thunder. Winds will be fresh to strong, variable from south-east to north-east, bringing changeable conditions through the period.
The piece notes a proposed public memorial at William Farrer's grave near Canberra to honor his role in developing rust resistant and other wheat varieties. It argues Australia should mark Farrer's contributions with a significant memorial at the national capital, recognizing decades of impact on the wheat industry and national wealth.
Mr R G Casey will lecture to the Can Barry Society of Arts and Literature on Monday evening. The Australian diplomat, recently in London, will outline the two day sequence of the Geneva Conference and how it shapes world position. All who may attend are welcome.
The article outlines tensions between Italian migrants and Australian authorities over entry permits under a wartime trade treaty framework. It notes UK complaints to the immigration department, landing permit controls, and a cap on Italian nationals, with examples of landing refusals and family reunifications blocked, and figures for migrant entries by year.
The judge threatened adjournment as hearings in the arbitration case against Anglian and Go were briefly interrupted. Mrs P Bhoshun informed the court that more than 10 individuals attended, with the judge noting no need for further attendance. The hearing was adjourned to tomorrow as workers remained at the worksite.
A Canberra building, known as Canberra House, is leased to the British government for a yearly rent. The property, long unoccupied, will be used by the Australian Imperial Force staff and officials for a period of several years. The lease is handled by T. Crotchiey, the British representative in Australia, and official channels note the transfer completed yesterday.
Richard Allen of Melbourne completed a notable flight from England, landing at Wyetham Aerodrome. The event occurred in five hours, with Captain Dortram’s plane grounded on the beach. Allen plans to rest and intends to fly again in a few days.
Detectives traced a shop break in Ashfield last night where two men attempted to force open a door with a jemmy. One officer was struck on the hand during the struggle before the pair were overpowered. Weather reports warn heavy seas and rising flood danger along the coast due to monsoon rains.
A historic Canberra house known as The Residency sits behind a gate and dates to prewar times. It once housed the Chief Commissioner John Hitters, was renovated by the Capital Commission, and later offered for tenure after Sel Holm departed, with various government interests in ownership and use.
A large telescope observatory is planned on high ground near Toronto to honor astronomer David A Dunlap. The project, funded by his widow, will be part of a new park named David Dunlap Park and operated by the astronomy department of the hosting institution. Construction aims for completion next summer with a 61 foot diameter dome and advanced mirror work to collect and focus starlight.
The Ri Rev fr Henry Newton, Anglican Bishop of New Guinea, visits Sydney and Canberra for events at government houses. He will preach at St Paul’s Kingston and St John’s Church, with attendance by Lady All, Major Kagyis, and other officials.
The Industrial Board meeting at Capberns was postponed to October 4 while officials review claims regarding marginal rates. The move follows potential changes in public service rates and ongoing consideration of the matters by the board.
A man was arrested after an incident at a merry-go-round on Monday morning at the Dalttain fairground. A guardian and others were present when an offer of money led a younger girl to accompany him to the river Trent where the alleged assault occurred based on initial examinations and testimonies.
A Melbourne report details statements by Mr Lyon and ministers on tariff policy and political tactics amid Labor party criticism. It discusses protecting Australian industry, government strategy, and the balance between national interests and domestic politics, with emphasis on industry impacts and parliamentary debate.
Fragmentary testimony from cabinet members centered on whether a group of coin operated machines should be installed and who authorized them. Witnesses described cabinet instructions, commission procedures, and the question of accountability for the machines amid political pressure and public outcry.
The speaker calls for wider aid from church members and the public to support evangelization and church duties. He cites parish collections, maintenance costs, stipends, and benevolence as essential, urging timely contributions and outlining reasons for increased giving within worship and communal life.
Monday the death of Jann Charion Hoo, son of the late Wir Immon Ho, aged Mtmer hd Was prominent Mydnvy buwineas um, former vice-president of the Raye, ret Moalwty.
An open meeting of the WAST 1 and A Association at Balliat is described. J. C. Micknor and A. Mobuten are named in planning remarks for a force event at LA Lyerat day. P. Cox and Bian Southwyll are listed as under. A large contingent of men gather for a show with recited verses and promises of improvements through Friday.
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