Australia Bids Farewell To Prime Minister In Shock Death
Capital reels after the Prime Minister dies suddenly. Lyons announced dead at 1048 a.m. as officials scramble for protocol, with Canberra and Sydney in a state of stunned activity. Ministers rush to arrangements for the funeral and to coordinate parliamentary proceedings as the nation absorbs the loss.
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STOP GAP MINISTRY CABINET FACES TRANSFER OF POWER
Air Harte Page security confirms Government to continue after Lyne death. A meeting in Can Serra on April 18 determines leadership of the 1.A.P. Ws and the Prime Ministership as Casey expected to gain UA leadership. Ministers sworn in. Acting-Ministers Harrison Thompact and McDonald retain posts.
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Dame Enid May Be Asked to Nominate in Wilmot Seat
Melbourne reports Dame Enid could be asked to nominate for the Wilmot vacancy after the Prime Minister’s death. Her health and age may affect candidacy, with Lady Peacock noted as a possible successor in the commonwealth seat.
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Golf Club Mourns Lyons Death and Tournament Proceeding
Royal Golf Club members express deep regret over the death of Mr Lyons. The club committee canceled a social ball but decided to continue the tournament to honor visitors traveling long distances. Lyons had presided at meetings, promised to open a new clubhouse, and his death is seen as creating a memorial through the club’s progress.
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Lyons dies after brief illness at Sydney
Sydney Friday Prime Minister Lyons dies at St Vincent’s Hospital after a brief illness. Tributes recall a long career guiding Australia through war and crisis. Sir Earle Page succeeds as caretaker leader. nation mourns a statesman and Imperial patriot. Dame Lyons and family receive public sympathy.
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Tribute to Lyons from Australian leaders after his death
A detailed obituary notes the death of Prime Minister Joseph Lyons, praising his leadership, character, and service. Sir Earle Page and others eulogize his unity, genuineness, and resolve through crises, while outlining his Tasmanian roots, rise to federal politics, and lasting impact on national policy and defense. Dame Enid Lyons and 14 children survive him.
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National mourning for Lyons as Australia pays tribute
Messages from King George VI and the Duke of Kent express sympathy as Dame Enid Lyons endures bereavement. Prime Minister Curtin and leaders from both parties join in paying heartfelt respect to Sir Joseph Lyons, praising his public service and statesmanlike nature amid a global crisis. The Canberra Labor convention is postponed.
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State Funeral Arrangements for Mer Lyons Revealed
The Prime Minister announced state funeral plans for Mer Lyons. The body lies in state at St Marys Basilica Monday. A solemn Requiem Mass and state ceremony will be held Tuesday at 11 30. The procession departs to Sydney Cove for transfer to a Royal Australian Navy destroyer bound for Devonport Tasmania. A funeral service will be held Thursday afternoon there.
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Appointment by Governor General Enables Routine Administration
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