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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 27, 1934
Page
5
The Oversea Transport approval yields a 31 percent cut in butter and cheese freights for shipments to the United Kingdom. Last year a 74 percent reduction occurred. under a 1 percent quantity deduction lesson, the net effect reduces costs as long as UK totals reach 60,000 tons annually, with a three year contract and about £35,000 yearly impact.
An internal system to establish a network of wireless and telegraph services in Brazil will connect major centers with direct communications in real time. Three stations will be located around Rio de Janeiro to work with various links. Marconi Co. begins setting up a new station within ten days from August 1 under a contract. Brazil weighs whether to hire operators or train its own staff through the Marconi Company.
Senior VC recipient Anna Hul-Walner, famed for courage in the Zulu and Majuba battles, descends from Lieut. Col. of the Northamptonshire Regiment. The piece traces her family ties to Maunby Hall and connections to the Bedale Hunt in Yorkshire.
An odd 1920s style note describes a movement to preserve blondes as dialects show darker shifts in third and fourth generation Americans. It mentions manufacturers of bleaches and hair care products and hints at organized efforts with broad social backing.
A fading Parisian ritual revived after decades as a charity event tied to solar timing. The revival aims to restore a daily noon ceremony, once silent for 20 years, linking the sun’s rays to a local tradition and communal giving.
A fragmented notice promotes Dr Morse's Indian Root Pills with claims of liver benefit and energy. The readable text references Shogrich Livers and asserts a price of $3, urging readers to try the remedy as a way to relieve fatigue and enable recreation. The wording is vague and promotional.
The Federal Capital Territory Industrial Board opened hearings on applications by registered unions seeking a weekly wage increase of four pence. Delegates argued that the recent 3 cut was unjustified and that living costs and rent justify a margin above basic wages. Possible outcomes hinge on cost indices, housing rents, and whether the living wage is restored or adjusted.
A major milk producer in the Federal Capital Territory cuts milk to 6d a quart starting next Monday triggering a price race among producers. Some cut from today, one from Saturday, as summer production rises. A central cooling plant will process output from three dairies Josal, De Murray, and Corkill. A brine cooler and clarifying plant are installed to improve pasteurization and quality for export. Cooling plants operate at E.G. Kelly and Nieleen with wide distribution networks.
Local dairy promoter announces reduced milk price and delivery to Canberra homes. Milk sourced from three dairies remains limited. clarified milk sold at four pence and sixpence per quart at select venues including Highgate Cafe Kingston and Leo's White Cafe Civic Centre.
Melbourne Centenary Council today recommended extending an invitation to Lord Cromer, president of the MCC, to visit Melbourne for Centenary Celebrations. Mr T B Nettleford said cricket disputes would ease and Australia would host a formal Centenary guest.
A savage dog ran amok at Orange Grove School in Sydney today. The dog entered the playground and terrified pupils before rushing to a locked classroom where it was shot by police. No pupils were harmed.
Sydney reports a parcel price drop as the North West Flour Association reduces milling costs by 10 percent. The reduced rate brings flour to 4 shillings per ton in multiple markets, signaling widespread lower costs for bakers and merchants.
Sydney reports that Aubrey Alias Rainer was sentenced to death for capital offences against a young woman. The Full Court rejected the appeal, and a Special Inquiry led Judge Mocatta to report. The Executive Council decided to release Bather from privilege on October 4.
An experimental aerial sleeping car built by Anthony Fokker is undergoing trials in the Netherlands. The large craft, heavier than 16 tons when fully loaded, carries 16 sleeping berths and four private saloons with day and night accommodations for four passengers each. It will be designed for a two day mail and passenger service from Amsterdam to the Dutch East Indies featuring sound proofing and an electric kitchen.
A fragmentary reminiscence recalls Maware and Vaucluse Park near Sydney. The text hints at visitors enjoying harbour views tram rides and the beauty surrounding the beloved home known as We Worth. The excerpt emphasizes scenic locale and tranquil experiences in a bygone era.
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