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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 24, 1935

Page

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Formosa quake leaves vast homeless and orphans

A chaotic Formosa earthquake report says 3 045 dead and 8 660 injured, with 2 647 homes destroyed and 16 359 heavily damaged. About 190 000 displaced people trek to cities, bridges and rails damaged, and relief efforts under Red Cross aid.

Torio Formosa Iarchiku Talchu Jolabd Pereces van Wometons Streaue Mugar Oneields Mile Eliet Twibokit Taina Honig Taye Bowaver Ohildrep Red Cross Asdatt Almarads

Persian quake death toll rises with 483 bodies found

Recurrent shocks since April 12 in Nazanderan province devastate villages. Communications down in multiple districts. At least 483 bodies recovered, exact counts unsettled as relief efforts continue.

Tereran Persis Nazanderan

Radio charges Sydney man at Canteal Court today

Walter Bedford aged nine appeared in court charged with unlawfully transmitting messages by wireless device at Rosehill racecourse without authority. Officers described finding wireless gear on his person and near betting premises on April 6. Bedford admitted transmitting to a young man but did not identify paymaster. Proceedings adjourned for further evidence.

Sydney Canteal Court Walter Bedford Nn Radio Wan Rosehill Hha VI Bordar Hosenill Mercoures Morse Ante Brdford Hin Rand Bedford Medford

Easter trade in Sydney hits best levels in years

Sydney reports Easter business at peak for years with heavy sales and spending. Country visitors boosted demand while motorists note more tourists on roads. Rail and tram revenues rise over last year with four day period showing gains. coastal and city stations issued 208,019 holiday tickets.

Sydney Mort Hbersi Motorist Association Rosda Railwaye and Tramways Riday Railway Department

Senator Long Attacks Roosevelt as Louisiana Funding Row Grows

Senator Long denounces the Roosevelt administration in a crowded Washington gallery speech. He accuses mercy of withholding public work funds from Louisiana to punish the state and claims officials and advisers are buying voters with relief money. He vows to oppose the administration and vote against their plans.

Washington Roosevelt Agedacula Heights Manaie Louisania United States Wallace Beare Agriculture Jeke Hopkins Bonator Png Loulaanta Onator Toka Chicago Lauisania

Ring Accident Ends in Horse Death at Sydney Show

In Sydney a severe ring accident left horse Kenmore dead after a water jump mishap. Rider Clayton sustained head injuries and was rushed to hospital. Attendants and an ambulance arrived as the horse struck the fence top and toppled. The incident marks another fatality in water jumping events at the show.

Sydney Kenmore J Ington Abe Clayton Sydney Shaw Wwe Therw Booval Davin

Cliff Tragedy At Port Jamac Cornwall Tragedy Claims Family

A family falling on Port Jamac clifftop in Cornwall ends in multiple deaths and injuries. Major Robert Henphall and his wife and three children were found amid the wreckage after a cliff collapse. Peter Henphall, 15, attempted to rescue his father and sister, contacting coastguards before reaching the shore. The mother was unconscious and the family faced a harrowing rescue, with the coastguard crew pulling survivors from the rocks.

Port Jamac Cornwall Robert Henphall Trish Rug Tee Ciliffe Oly Henphallai Bumaard Henphall Peter Ned Sue Fomilan Alster

Anzac Tragedy Denounced By Sir Ian Hamilton

Sir Ian Hamilton denounces Gallipoli evacuation as the costliest blunder in war history. He blames protraction of the conflict for millions of deaths, recalling the Turkish assault and the failed attempts to hold the line at dawn. He cites the 1915 withdrawal and the dire conditions aboard ships and on beaches.

London Gerrorel Jan Hamilton Balona Asquith Balonike Gallipoli Aed Pauillon Persoun X Menage Birdwood Atry

Egypt King’s Favourite Dismissed Threat of Regency

The Cairo Daily Telegraph reports that Egyptian Prime Minister representations to the British Commissioner Sir Milner Lamport led to the dismissal of Torashi from the king’s palace. The king refused to intervene, saying Torashi was his friend. Palace obstruction threatened a regency if Torashi remained. Puad’s decision could allow cabinet reorganization and curb the National Way’s activities.

London Cairo Daily Telegraph Miler Lamprot Fusd Wbrawbi Pasha Han Inft Chacourt Torashi Angug Toresbl Puad National Way

Federal Labour Policy in State Election Speech

Mr J B Chifley, leader of the Federal Labour Party in New South Wales, spoke on federal policy during the NSW election campaign. He critiqued the Lang government’s taxation and public spending, urging unity for the welfare of all communities and warning against authoritarian intergroup pressure. He accused the Lang party of exploiting public finances and criticized the current government for introducing a tax on wages and increasing overall taxation.

Bydney J.B Chifley Federal Labour Party New South Wales N E.W WMBL Mr Chifley Inter Group Oradea Chifley Abu Himsalf Newling Tyoney Tang Will Renal Lang Party

Turnbull and Quist lead at Rome in team championships

International team championships in Rome unfold with Turnbull and Quist advancing to the semi finals after strong early play. Bouasia and Mademolaelia, and Crawford with McGrath contest matches as lights issues pause play and spectators provoke interruptions.

Rome Turnbull Quist Moore Canke Anal Plaunar Borutra Brugnon Signoriia Valeria Bouasia Mademolaelia Adamoft Mateh Hie Crawford McGrath Artenw Banarowald Austria Menne Mengel Sind Menel Mina Mennet Palmieri McGrail Amens Bawaruwali Valin Anamera Jopmian Javkee Jain Menzel Sper Caske Planter Borotra Bounsus Hines Culley

Hollywood Reforms Tilt Toward Film Company Moves

Industry leaders discuss drastic shifts as major film houses consider leaving Hollywood due to high taxes and a strong nudity controversy. Ken Hall, producer, plans travel to Sydney as studios weigh relocation. Officials warn California could lose the motion picture industry.

Aydney Wphare Hollywood Ken Hall Sydney Pheen California Holly York Gregory Australie Fox Fim, Corporation

Lyons Irish Tour Welcomed by Prime Minister in Killarney

An Irish tour stop in Dublin and Killarney features Mr Lyons and his party greeted by the Trialuperintendent at Triah Muskroar Abbey and by the Bishop of Karry. The Prime Minister and Mrs Lyons receive a warm welcome as locals note the lake and landscape. Money from Australia is mentioned as donations to the new cathedral at Killarney.

Dublin Triah Muskroar Abbey Killarney BF Lyons Pariah Privat Nyagan Karry and Mey Lyons AL Killarney Australia Lyodn

Car collision verdict overturned in Mulvany case

A Melbourne jury trial over Miss Mulvany’s death found for the plaintiff but the verdict was set aside after a motor vehicle collision during the proceedings. The company faced a new trial request as lawyers argued judge directions and courtroom conduct.

Aydiicy Tada Sur Melbourne Tiseday Cla EANDD Mulveny Daughine Lionel Lane Radia Ei J. Mulvany Formar Hig Action Oxeinu Tary Marce Muter AL Borronte Buvidaor Ras Im Wren Rosd

Unclear local meeting sparks reform power struggle

A chaotic municipal assembly description mentions factions seeking control at the Bindrieity, Dep. amid rumours of reformers moving to strip administration from Tay Hendy. Police and aldermen clash over fashion, while a mob reopens old tensions and possible protests arise.

Reform Aldarmien Tay Hendy Latur Aldermen

German travesty of crucifixion shocks London theatre

London reporters describe a Good Friday performance of The Passion of the German People at the Theatre of the People. The Berlin Daily Telegraph correspondent notes Germany is depicted in a calvary scene, drawing religious protests after Ludendorff’s clash with Christianity.

London Berlin Daily Telegraph Atatan Theatre of the People Germany Ludendorfs Anseron

New Hawker Demon Aircraft Ordered by ALAR

AELBOURNE reports Tuesday that the new Hawker Demon tied aircraft have been purchased by ALAR with three more machines expected soon to boost the LAVA to new units. The Air Force weighed UKade chines but plans were held up as testing continued and the Air Force purchase may require Cabinet approval.

Aelbourne ALAR Arctory Air Force Ukadechines Anal Plana Cabinat

Canada’s Jubilee Gift to the King Is Hailed in Ottawa

Ottawa reports a Canadian Jubilee gift to the King, a ceremonial gold bow and insignia. The article notes the gesture as a unifying symbol across provinces and marks the occasion with formal reception in the capital.

Ottawa

Concern for Smallest of Quintuplets in Ontario

Dr erue expressed concern Monday over Mare Dinine quintuplet infant in Caledinder Ontario. The child showed fever and a temperature around 100 degrees as health officials monitor the congested trio along with siblings.

Calleinder Ontario Erue

Idle ships in Britain drop amid subsidy doubt

The Chamber of Shipping reports 32 ships totaling about 705,800 tons idle in the United Kingdom, a decline from 453 ships of 107,201 tons last year. The Daily Telegraph notes unclear extent of the drop and possible foreign usage, while subsidy concerns linger.

London Chamber of Shipping United Kingdom

Miners Leader Tsindon Reports Murder Claim

Pravda Herald correspondent claims Prita Husemann former president of Miners International was murdered by guards at a Paterburg camp during war chaos while allegedly attempting to rape. The report notes suppression abroad but strong mining population resentment at home.

Tsindon Hrusueta Daily Herald Devtaren Prita Husemann Minera’ International Nast Guarda Paterburg

New Meat Market at Sydney Promises Growth

Fussday reports Premier Htevenn says the meeting in London failed to harmonize the Australasian and Indian ministries. He claims the Australian delegation faced a hostile reception but expects benefits for Britain and Australia. Building completion signals a first step in reorganizing the meat industry. Carcasses must move from abattoirs to Pyrmont amid peak congestion. the new market will become Australia’s second major meat hub.

Hydney Fussday Htevenn Indin London Mo Wall Ottawa Britain Australis Stevens Wild Momobust Presant Pyrmont

Political fallout over wartime taxes and unemployment relief

The piece discusses tax revenue from wages tax and its use for unemployment relief, Chifley and the Labor party's stance on permanent work programs, and criticism of the government for not delivering permanent employment despite collecting funds. It references reforms, the Federal ALP, and the broader debate on welfare and bread prices.

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