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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 23, 1936
Page
2
The page records barometer measurements at several times with inches readings around 30.08 and 30.08, temperatures near 42.8 degrees, mentions a maximum for a 34 hour period, and notes wind direction and a September entry. It appears as a fragmented weather log with unclear units and garbled terms.
More than 30 men of an excellent type are invited to join the militia at Canberra. The president Mr A E Jackson of the C T Branch urges interested men to forward full name, address, age, birthday, marital status, chest measurement, and prior military experience to the Department, Barton, or by letter to F C 1 Capherms. Details will be collected and forwarded to the DAA and QM Victoria Barracks for further action.
A social ball event titled Solimers Ball will take place at Albert Hall on a Friday in September. The Prime Minister and the High Commissioner for the United Kingdom are noted attendees. Dancing is scheduled from 8 pm to 2 am with a full orchestra providing music.
Canberra forecast predicts mainly fair conditions early with a cold night and morning frost on the highlands, a warm day to follow, and later unsettled weather with showers. Winds shift from north-west to north-east, bringing variable conditions across the region.
The Canberra Times reports appeals by the Commonwealth Government prompting young Australians to volunteer for militia service. Canberra aims to form a company attached to the Werriwa Regiment, training as a machine gun unit to bolster home defence, with emphasis on youth leadership and local support as Canberra grows in defence significance.
A Canberra court session yesterday left Magistrate Puzzled as Mr. WF Bute Pa attempted to address the hearing. The exchange featured unclear remarks and confused phrasing, highlighting a moment of apparent courtroom miscommunication.
The Department of Commerce reports that a South African newspaper credits Australia with outstanding publicity at the Johannesburg Keele Exhibition. The account lauds vivid display and engaging attractions, noting prominent exhibitors and strong public interest across the event.
A public meeting at Hotel Canberra formed the Canberra Youth Welfare Association. Col J T H Goodwin urged urgent action to advance youth education, morality and physical fitness. Mr P M Namara outlined aims. officials were elected including President P H McNamara and Vice Presidents J T H Goodwin and T Shakespeare. The group plans training classes, youth clubs, and a boys band, seeking broad public support and nonsectarian aims.
Large attendance at Albert Hall for the horticultural society bulb show. Dr Dickson spoke in the ante room, exhibitors displayed blooms, and a auction of fine bulbs drew keen bidding. J T Carow of Queanbeyan won a prize, with praise for exhibitors and judges noting a unique display from Western Australia.
A fragmented list from a flower show details numerous entries such as Carew, Piggin, Lane-Poole, Carrodus, and Shelton across bulbs and blossoms. The text notes categories like Daffodils, Anemones, Poppies, Violets, and Mixed Flowers with multiple exhibitors and quantities, showing a bustling display of horticulture entries and awards.
Misa Lane-Poole of Canberra led in four open events at Konduako over the weekend, winning the Weadcan by nearly four seconds and securing silver in downhill, with Canberra defeating Cooma for the trophy by a clear margin. The Canberra team included Lane-Poole, Ingram, Davin, Pike, Owens, and others. Cooma fielded Ebmall, Torpy, Quading, and Eccleston.
The New Zealand embargo on Australian fruit was raised by Mr. Korhy who argued the embargo should hold when fruit is most abundant. Sir Archibald Parkhill, departing for New Zealand Friday, plans to push the issue further.
At Canberra Court the plaintiff sought 429/2 from Albert Genge over a April 20 collision at Barkly Crescent and Dominion Circuit. Public servant Boler C Anderson testified to speed, skid marks, and attempted avoidance. Witnesses described traffic obscured by ornamental trees and a dangerous corner. Verdict delivered for the plaintiff with details of the accident and involved parties.
Lawmakers announce near universal exemptions under the Sales Tax Amending Bill to ease burdens on manufacturers and consumables. Officials indicate hundreds of items will be exempt, including basic necessities, while noting revenue shifts and impact on workers.
A wall past the accident scene involved police, with a judge noting the driver from the east should have yielded and driven with caution. The court found the other party at fault, awarding a verdict of 23/2 with costs 4/6 and attorney fees.
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