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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 18, 1935

Page

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German Rearmament Sparks Unified Western Condemnation

Geneva talks among Sir John Simon Baron Aloisi and M Laval lead Britain Italy to join France in condemning unilateral German rearmament. League of Nations to vote on a resolution denouncing violations with Denmark abstaining. Policy outlines measures within Covenant and calls for economic and financial penalties against states endangering peace. Germany military training methods cited, with Nazi storm troops linked to Hitler Youth and Labour Service conscription.

London Geneva John Simon Baron Aloisi M. Laval Britain Italy League Council League Daily Telegraph Gereeve Rome Ceutral Btatea Spain Denmark Portugal Argentine Chile Mexico Germany United States Europe Berlin Mort Lutae Naat Nexro Hitler Aaatlan Storm Bein Labour Service Organisation Wasi

Interior official joins regional administration shift

An Interior department figure named J. A. Carrodus, recently serving as administrator for the Northern Territory Association, was observed in the tent area along with Syliene Brown at the event. The gathering noted his appointment to the new regional post and outlined expected duties.

Fournasi Errotariea Syliene Brown Carraha

Unsettled Weather Forecast for New South Wales and Victoria

Weather warning indicates heavy rain likely in South Eastern districts of New South Wales and Eastern Victoria, including the far South East. Regions may experience further rainfall, rising river levels, and potential minor flooding in smaller streams.

N.E.W Indi Point

ANZAC MARCH Only Men Wanted in Sydney

The Returned Soldiers League committee, led by Secretary Mr B D Hotflald, advised that only men should participate in the Anzac Day march through Sydney. He noted prior public concern over children and women in the procession and stated the consensus was that women except ex-service women and children should not take part.

Sydney B.D. Hotflald Ramis

Shipping Subsidy Moves In Pacific Trade Fight

The Prime Minister will open talks on securing British ships a share of Pacific trade now held by U S lines. The Matson Line dominates Australia to Pacific routes via San Francisco and Honolulu, limiting British access. NZ Australia Britain fear loss. Mr T W White will gauge New Zealand Government views next month for possible subsidy or penalties.

Titu Mr. Lyons Pacific U.S.A. Mercantile Marine Austraia Matson Line San Francisco Monolulu Britia Ame Lca Mat‘aon New Zealand Australia Great Britain T. W. White Customs Sailand

Winter Not Official Yet Shivers Hit Canberra Public Offices

A fragmented item notes Canberra cold maps causing departments to contest for scarce ruliciore redlaiers as no winter regulations take effect before May 1. Snowy blasts frustrate public offices while staff await warmer days and the expected seasonal measures.

Canberra

ANZAC DAY OBSERVANCE PROMPTS ACROSS AUSTRALIA

Acting Prime Minister Dr Page urged churches nationwide to observe ANZAC Day. A memorial service will be held at Parliament House Canberra on the morning of ANZAC Day with the Governor General in attendance to mark the 20th anniversary of the Gallipoli landing.

Sydney Primce Dr. Page Australis Parliament House Canberra Guilipoll Page

Cricket visit entertainment at Forrest Bowling Pavilion

Arrangements for the entertainment tion will be held in the Bowling Pavilion at Forrest on Saturday evening. The serving of Arat cians entertain ers have been secured, and the success of the function from this point of view to aumured. A comprehensive toast list will provide ample opportunity for speakers to present.

Forrest

Jubilee Fund Opens In Memory Of Maternal Welfare

The Minister for Health announced the Lord Mayor as president of the Joint Citizens' Committee to run the national memorial fund for Maternal and Infant Welfare. The fund, named the King George V Memorial Jubilee Fund, opened today with £610,330 recorded. The Commonwealth Bank manager noted deposits totaling £2 3s in cash, credited to the fund. The committee will include members from the Jubilee and welfare groups and be nominated by the New South Wales Minister for Health.

Sydney Mr. Hughes Finay Alderman Parker New South Wales Commonwealth Bank Parsons Iowa Magenal and Infant Welfare Memorial Jubilee Fund

Easter Holidays Publishing Arrangements

There will be no issue of The Canberra Timan on Good Friday.

Canberra

Denbarra Cricketers Express Gratitude for Balmain Meeting

Denbarra cricketers express appreciation for the opportunity to meet Balmain officials of the association. Early applications to the secretary are encouraged for local players wishing to attend, with details to follow.

aricXet Toplea Denbarra Balmain Thoraber Ravanary

Trade With NZ Trade Relations Update

A fragmented report notes talks on New Zealand trade links and potential tariff changes. Mentions key figures and organizations involved in shaping policy and regional access amid shifting economic interests. Discussions emphasize market access, pricing, and bilateral cooperation between parties.

Canberra Mothercraft officers resign and provisional council formed

A special Canberra Mothercraft Society meeting at the Y.W.C.A. elected a provisional council to run affairs until the annual general meeting. Resignations were accepted and the department of health was notified. Names for officer posts were announced and nominations judged as properly submitted. The department agreed to a temporary council to oversee services and prepare for the next general meeting.

Canberra Mothercraft Society W.C.A Alguind Alt Council Lanser Holmen Hosity Wheamsara J. A Daley Cornell Health Department Holmes Pi K Filshle W. G. Woodger L. W. Nott IP. Holdaway A. Hill B.A. Piggin J A. Juross J. Holt G. Evan H. Ro Waterman My, Moir K. M. Archer Cb.cratinn H. Goodwin Mrs. Daley Canberra Ines Mira Milyart Wall Ofa Mere Tillyard Aha Macing London Nelaion Canine Rasa Coutamemon Wreechie Thimples Airways Moontbat Feamal Polivadiona Cherlevilie Malta

First Passenger by Air Mail Reported in Brief

International rugby match at Queanbeyan notes the Jam Club, Bastar bondaye, and a green field ready for handicap competition from a tenet event. Play scheduled to begin at 10:30. Poultry Fanciers success marked in local item.

Bastar Bondaye

American Trek From Farms to Alaska Washington Tuesday

Government plans a large migratory move to ease rural destitution. About 1,800 people from Wisconsin and Minnesota will be ferried to Alaska, a 3,000 mile trip to a valley in Matannustia where land will be cleared for gardening. A native community will be aided by 400 laborers with settler households, livestock and equipment accompanying the transport for an autumn settlement.

Washington Winconsin Minnasola Fanulen Matanustia

Queensland nominations close for state election poll

Nominations for the Queensland state election closed today in Brisbane revealing 141 candidates contesting the poll. Eight members were returned unopposed.

Brisbane

McGler Fined Over Sewer Notice Failure in Local Court

Patrick M. McGler MLC appeared at the local police court for failing to supply notice regarding sewer work at a tenant’s house. The matter had been adjourned several times. the magistrate fined him £1 with costs after Harold Maloney argued for finalisation and council delays were noted.

Forses Patrick M. McGler M.lc Ben Witty Harold Maloney McGirr

Trans-Pacific First Air Mail Flight Opens Pan American Route

Pan American Airways begins the first leg to Honolulu from Alameda with the Pioneer clipper. Edwin C Musick leads a four motor plane carrying 3000 gallons of petrol and 41 500 pounds, covering about 3200 miles. Sky recorder Sikorsky and Mollison attend as Pangborn describes future seven hour transoceanic service.

Alameda Calif Tweed Pan- American Airways Honolulu Edwin C Musick Eome Faia Ivor Sikorsky Lunfchsos Torday Lara Europe United States J. A. Mollison Clyde Pangborn

Argentine Moves to Abolish Wheat Restrictions

Argentine officials propose plans for lifting wheat controls. The draft outline envisions a global movement with fuel and air routes noted in July or August, aiming for a prolonged 44 day campaign starting in San Diego California, with routes over New York Moscow and Chita.

New York Moscow Chita San Diego California

Meat Agreement Slows Over Mutton and Lamb Quotas

London reports slow progress in the meat talks between Australian ministers and British negotiators. They aim to ease the changeover from frozen to chilled meat, while managing mutton and lamb allocations amid Argentine supply concerns. Talks proceed with no clear quota decisions and a postponed Imperial conference timeline.

London Australia Pras Association Minlatera Meneuntil Uidea JU W Basia New Zealand Kwallé

Collapse in Court at Newlawn Over Revolver Arrest

Dougion William Kyle, 24, collapsed in court after being led from the dock. He faced charges of carrying a revolver and assault and breaking entering amid testimony of police pursuit and a gunfire exchange. He was fined 50 pounds on the revolver count and sentenced to six months hard labour for the knife charge, with further penalties for assault and pending trial on related counts.

Sydney Dougion William Kyle Newlawn Court Treat Mark Kyle Ageinat

Cowardly Thieves Attack Elderly Woman in Melbourne Home

In Melbourne on Wednesday thieves broke into Mrs. Morton Rolfe’s Hamp Udernwick house and bludgeoned her with a blunt instrument, likely a smuckie duster, injuring her and her daughter Mrs. J. Rolfe. Mrs. Rolfe's jaw may be fractured pending X rays.

Melbourne Hillernwick Morton Rolfe Mise J. Rolfe

Bowling Tour Notes Prompt Incomplete Report

A fragmented London report describes the South African cricket team visiting Woolwich hat factory. It mentions catapult devices, preparation, and Wade as captain, with scattered stumps amid a test attempt. Other team members are alluded to in sparse, unclear lines.

London Woolwich Halle Aptedix Expsite Googilea Wade The Taunt

Unusual Divorce Case Reported in Aydey News

Aydey reports a divorce case involving Thomas Emerton a 71 year old farmer from Maclay River district. He alleges his wife wavering after a travelling salesman for patent medicine joined their farm as manager and used to keep eight guards by him causing fear of harm. The case centers on marital strain and alleged misconduct.

Aydey Thomas Emerton Lewits Alles Emerton Maxwell Maclay Emartos Rinerton

Appeal Dismissed In Wren Melbourne Case Against Bank NZ

The High Court dismissed John Wren’s appeal from the Full Court verdict in favour of the Bank of New Zealand for £16 10s under a guarantee. Acting Chief Justice George Rich said the evidence did not support a civil issue for the jury.

Sydney High Court John Wren Fin~ Anoter Melbourne Bank of New Zealand Wren Under & Guarantes George Rich

Post Office Burnt to Ground at Bergulia

A blaze destroyed Bergulia Post Office Wednesday night causing extensive damage. Residents reported flames racing through the building with only portions of the structure saved from total ruin. Firefighters battled the fire for hours, with no immediate information on casualties or the cause. Authorities cordoned off the site as investigators review the wreckage.

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Lasque Council J. A. Carrodus Pacific Trade Competition Canerraa Mothercraft Burprive M. 4 Mearth Department Sociery Presant Yroum A. J. Tillyand AIR Mail Queanbeyan Alaska Queensland M.L.C Buenos Aires Larwood Bydney Wedadeday Bergulia Seine
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