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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 22, 1934
Page
4
Fragmentary text references the Commonwealth Electors Act and signatures by Arthur Thomas Shakespeare. The legalsa text appears to indicate a formal declaration missing others, noting attribution to Shakespeare in the absence of other signatories.
Fragmentary weather note records wind at 6.0 am and a brief forecast for Canberra with minimal, unclear details. Several lines are garbled, but indicate a meteorological entry including wind, temperature, and time references.
Dr G Mackaness spoke on Robert Louis Stevenson and Treasure Island during the St Walter Scott Memorial Lecture. He noted Stevenson claimed he did not know where Treasure Island was, reflecting on how treasure exists in every mind and in daily life rather than on a map.
At the annual conference of the Railway and Tramway Officers Association in Newcastle, President Winsor criticized how dues were paid to officers and praised their payment. The association linked railway wages to government actions and denounced delays in government measures affecting railway and tramway services over the past year.
A fragmented item reports ongoing incendiary disputes at Tingha shops and a public meeting about proposed government legislation. It mentions Mr Shovems, a meeting condition, and attempts to render opinions on the issue, but text remains unclear and partially garbled.
Mr. Kerr, returning to Sydney, says neither England nor Australia plans to date for their planters. One Hebrides island group may be handed to the French. A British company has formed a French firm to run printing. Ottawa Agreement limits entry of British products to Australia. Australian planters report biased treatment abroad.
The death occurred at his residence Atkinnontreet Queanbeyan at ninety Nam Nam in Nam Nam. Butt born at Naim Creek near Murrumbateman was the son of the late Richard Butt. He lived at Majura for over 22 years and moved to Queanbeyan about a decade ago. He married Elizabeth Jane Boyd in May 1883. last year the couple celebrated their diamond wedding anniversary. Survived by a widow and four sons John Butt Queanbeyan Thomas Butt of Liverpool Norman Butt of Miura and Arthur Butt of armed Tan and three daughters Mrs Christian Mrs G A Metises and Sten. The remains interred in Tharwa Road cemetery yesterday after home service and graveside rites conducted by Reverend St. Chapman.
The obituary notes the death of Mr G Skinner formerly of Campbell Bureau Queanbeyan after many years ill. He was a carpenter by trade, trained at Flangers Word, and had been bedridden for 71 years. His wife cared for him about six years. He leaves seven sons William Norman Sydney all of Queanbeyan and five daughters Mesdames Hughes Newoustia C Gowen Brattwood Holes A William and Amy Skinner of Queanbeyan. There are 19 grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Personal vice regal Governor General and Lady Teanes attend the opening at Hab with the Military and Optical Secretary. The week at the Bot Army features numerous attendees from Sydney, Melbourne, Hobart, and other Australian towns, including Mr. N. Bran BeTourne and Mrs. Bilcock, among many others listed.
Fragmentary text reports two young Italians, Antonio Chiudo and Antonio Audina, being executed by burning for the murder of Tivera Potulle, Imernan Wallon. Court and public health authorities are referenced but details are obscured.
The second annual Sir Walter Scott Memorial lecture at the Institute of Anatomy featured Dr. G. Mackaness discussing Robert Louis Stevenson and his ties to Australia. The talk covered Stevenson's stay in Sydney and nearby areas, his health strains, literary links, and plans for future works, with anecdotes about interviews and his South Coast visit.
Two copies at Mitchell Library relate to a contested open letter addressed to Dr Hyde. The piece circulated in pamphlet form after its appearance in a major city newspaper, with collectors noting a Brevenson connection and publishing controversy.
An Australian colonial notice reports on the dedication of the first Central Presbyterian Church near the Federal Capital. Governor-General Sir Samuel will open the main door. the service includes a combined choir, organ recital, and an address by Reverend John Macken of Victoria. A national broadcast will allow widespread attendance.
Saturday and Sunday services explain bus routes serving Ainslie and Canberra churches. A special Saturday service departs Ainslie at 6 00 and arrives at St. Andrews at 7 20 with a return after the morning service. A Sunday service from 10 20 follows the usual route via Reid Civic Centre and Acton, then to Hotel Canberra and church. Afternoon and evening buses will stop at the church. The Presbyterian Methodist and Congregational churches plan to end joint cooperation as the Church of St. Andrew opens, with services at 9 00 and 7 30 pm weekly. A Cooperative Day School at Central Methodist Hall is noted for Hat-240 poem.
Barton Flats development advances with 16 flats near completion on Barton Court. Modern amenities include hot water service and inbuilt stoves. rents start around forty shillings per week. The block includes a bus stop and residential center, with management by Woodgers and Calthorpe.
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