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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 21, 1929
Page
4
The Canberra weather page reports monthly rainfall totals and daily observations. It notes thermometer readings around 48.85 degrees and wind directions NW. The entry provides rainfall records and notes a likely mistyped date line for the current month.
The scrambled OCR describes a chaotic scene around a Confederate era trial or court action. It mentions names, a minister, a government, and a trial context. The passage is garbled but centers on legal proceedings, medical or penal themes, and questioning of authorities.
A lengthy, fragmentary report discusses ambitious housing plans aimed at lowering rents and improving facilities. It notes proposals attributed to the government and local committees, detailing ready-to-use homes, built-in features, and priced accommodations. Emphasis is on affordability for lower-paid workers and the need for suitable amenities in new housing blocks.
School announces third term starts September 17 with boarders returning September 16. Prospectus available on application to Ginter Superior at St. Gabriel's School Red Hill Canters.
Fragmented weather bulletin notes variable conditions across Sydney, Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and Western Australia. It mentions showers and light to moderate rain in western districts, cooler northwest winds, occasional overcast skies, and light sleet in some northern areas with unsettled trends and periods of clearer intervals.
Partial OCR fragment shows rainfall records for Queanbeyan with mentions of September 16 and monthly totals. Names, dates, and precise figures are unreadable, leaving an unclear summary of rainfall data and records.
The report outlines a broad weather forecast across several regions. It notes cloudy conditions and cooler winds in the southwest with chances of showers extending to southern districts, and mentions variable winds shifting from northerly to cooler westerlies in parts of Victoria and northern regions. Showers and possible thunderstorms are described in various coastal and inland areas with cooler temperatures and unsettled conditions expected in western and southern zones.
Fragmentary OCR item lists multiple team names and scores such as Vitara 18 and Bev Airchip 3 along with scattered entities like Ourew 5 and Murtos 9, but the text is garbled with inconsistent spellings and stray terms, yielding a partial result with no clear event, date, or complete team lineup.
A dense OCR fragment lists numerous towns and places across Australia with associated numbers, likely scores or counts, spanning from Tamar to Lennwin. The item reads like a regional results ledger or schedule, including cities such as Hobart, Launceston, Adelaide, Port Augusta, Burnie, Port Pirie, and many others with varied figures, suggesting a compiled tally or standings across districts.
The funeral of the late Mr E R Snow of Canberra was held at Rookwood Church of England. Relatives and friends attended, with wreaths sent by many including Mrs Leary Gray Leary and Mrs Vale. Attendees included Mrs Snow’s Canberra associates and local colleagues from Meadowwell’s Ltd.
A dance was held at Albert Maitom to raise funds for North Canberra Cricket Club equipment. Attendees included Meg T. Gilliard as Dance Committee president and Mry 4. Fitzpatrick as secretary. Committee members and guests wore formal attire with velvet and lace details, contributing to a lively charity event.
Fragmentary report describes a dated incident involving a group or individuals attempting action by air, with references to trade, travel, and unidentified locales. Readable facts are limited. names, dates, and places are missing or garbled.
The coast and southern tablelands forecast cloudy and unsettled with rain and thunder developing. Winds shift to fresh to strong southerly then west to southwesterly, turning cooler with likely snow on the highlands. Conditions ease along the coast as the system moves away.
A fragmented article notes the rising rayon industry led by figures in public offices and trade bodies, detailing the spread from wool concerns to synthetic fibers. It cites Sir Samuel Courtauld and Du Pont, outlining production growth, market share, and international impact alongside church notices and local civic details.
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