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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 25, 1935

Page

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Stevens Delivers Policy Speech in Croydon Hall

Mr Stevens outlines unemployment relief and tax relief aims in a Croydon hall policy speech. He pledges to keep the deficit within strict limits, balance the budget via buoyant industries, and extend reductions in wages and income tax to aid lower income groups. He promises further removal of charges and refines overseas financing to favorable rates as part of a cooperative council agenda.

Stevens Jnsomic Hall Croydon

Woman Shot at Railway Station in Sydney Goods Van Incident

At Sydney's Central station a woman, Mrs McGultmem, was shot in the thigh when a loaded gun fell from a railway worker's hand onto a goods van. She was treated and released. The accident prompted discussion of employment security and potential schemes to ensure work, as authorities consider tax simplification and coordinated policy across states.

Sydney McGultmem Artarmon Central Brife McGuinneas

American trade plan aims to boost China and Japan links

American trade policy centers on extensive irrigation and hydroelectric development in China and Japan. It envisions national undertakings including Berriquin Wakool schemes, rural employment, and electricity expansion via a grid of coal and hydro plants. Government to push arbitration friendly industrial policy, regional road and rail works, and urban redevelopment in Sydney with new courts and a Bridge Street project.

Berriquin Wakool Country Centrenia Comimunionera China Japan Chay Preas Mir. Mevens Eine Commonwealth

Strike at Chevennet Motor Plant Shuts Toledo Factory

More than two thousand Chevennet Motor Company employees walk out after failed wage and union recognition talks with United Automobile Workers officials. The strike halts operations and the company warns the plant may remain closed indefinitely as negotiations collapse amid broader auto industry unrest.

Toledo Chevennet Motor Company United Automobile Workers Union Chevrolet Motor Company Interwata Ira Eatly Chevrolet

Guerilla War Rumors Stir Trentino Violent Scene

Unconfirmed reports describe guerrilla warfare between police and Italian language speakers in the Trentino area. Authorities suppress news and consider curbs while anti Italian propaganda grows. Alleged covert actions include bomb outrages and railway damage linked to a Tyrolean plan to separate by force.

Iveng Trentino Jeh Italy Ttallng Falas Murtha Daw Khem Els Brixet Buniniesa Uen Promie

Lithuania Faces Three Power Note Over German Residents

A three power joint note from Britain France and Italy follows Stresa aims to curb German resident rights in Memel and addresses Lithuanian parliament absences causing quorum issues. The note seeks to prevent a wider international clash over Memel while Lithuanian authorities remain unable to check the directorate's control.

London Brital Prance Italy Lithuania Telegraph Mumel

Only Way for Peace by Mr Eight We Doidge

Mr 8 We Doidge argues against foreign entanglements and urges imperial aloofness. He says imperial trade treaties may lapse and warns Britain and Dominions to avoid entanglements to avert war as part of Lord Beaverbrook's campaign.

Germany poised for air attack plan per Marianne report

The Marianne weekly cites a June story noting Germany’s air power and camouflage levels. It claims heavy bombers could reach London from Cologne and Paris from Frankfurt in about 75 minutes and Rome from Munich in 405 minutes, with much of the war effort shrouded in justified secrecy.

PANIE Marianne Germany Cologne Frankfurt Rome Muni i

Premier announces new board for Returned Soldiers and Sailors Employment Act

The Premier Mr Minvens tonight announced the formation of a board to coordinate provisions of the Returned Soldiers and Sailors Employment Act of 191%. Sir David Ferguson, former NSW Supreme Court judge, will chair. Members include L A the president of the petitions, Mr W C Worth, Admiral J G Stevenson, and Mr T Rilk, representing state employers.

Bydney Minvens Ieee Chijrmatt David Ferguson New South Wales Supreme Court Sthar L.A The Petiones Baljem Ami Seilors Imperial Langue W. C. Worth Department of Labour and Industry J. G. Stevenson Seaicher T. Rilk

Anzac Day Canberra Services amid Illness Reliefs and Ceremonial Plans

Canberra observes Anzac Day with a dawn service at Major-General Bridgen’s grave on Pleasant Street at 9 30 a m. Led by Lieutenant General Long, the event features senior cadets from Duntroon Royal Military College Sydney placing a wreath. A special bus runs Kingston 8 80 a m Reid Methodist 0 5 am. The council proceeds to Parliament House for the main service with Governor-General absent due to illness. Captain L S Bracegirdle stands for him. The program includes Returned Watchers, Commonwealth representatives, and a Nation Anthem. Troops under Major Pauly and Captain Marshall Wood, plus dedicated public transport, will shuttle to Parliament House before 10 30 am. The Albert Hall service closes the day.

Canberra Bridgen Reid Methodist Church Pilimment House Bracegirne WSK Dione Pauly Aint Marshall Wood Parlament Albert Hall Uegate

Abyssinia Accepts Commission Appointment

London dispatch reports Abyssinia formally agrees to a commission of two members to replace the missing Abormelloney. The ceremony will occur with the Commonwealth Government representative Mr. Cb A Abbott presiding, signaling a step toward formalized oversight.

London Rams Bally Telegraph Abyssinia

Turmoil Over Flag at Dublin Hotel Incident

In Dublin on Tuesday a flag raised at the Hibernian Hotel caused a political stir. Police advised removal of the flag identified as the Union Jack amid republican tensions. Lyons indicated the hotel misidentified the flag as Australian. The episode prompted inquiries and a pledge of clarification before Lyons’ expected attendance.

Dublin Lublin Hibernian Ad Men Lyony Lyons

Migration Resumption Urged At Australian Conference

Text fragment outlines urging renewed immigration from Great Britain to Australia. Mentions Sydney chamber and Mr FM Clark speaking at a conference on migration policy. Claims focus on migrants contributing to Australian products and domestic building markets.

Rynney Great Britain Amtrails Ayidney Chamber Comamarca FM. Clark Wala Fm

Stamps in Britain and Royal Jubilee Denomination Plans

The article notes a British stamp topic with a royal approval discussion for a special jubilee and proposed denomination changes. It mentions the King’s approval and a timetable from May 7 with measures affecting stamping and tax or rent in various central and ordinary contexts. It references the Postmaster General and department to implement a new denomination, plus broader centralised postal reforms and cost considerations.

London Beno Hydney Miri Alec Bang

Influx of Diggers in Sydney for Anzac Celebrations

Sydney crowds fill Central Hall and streets as thousands of diggers arrive by train from Cowra Ti mora Albury Parkes and surrounding districts for Anzac Day events. A dawn service at the Cenotaph and a two column march from Marquis Street to Mayfair Place are planned with wreaths and prayers.

Sydney Cowra Timora Albury Parkes Wagge Adirewsen Marquaris Street Martin Market Street Milzabetts Sreet Queen's Square Prince Albert Fokd Voluok Mofriny Tate Martin Place

Incendiary fears after Dublin fire prompts alarms

A Dublin blaze raises alarms over arson with authorities noting suspected incendiary involvement and rapid response teams deploying Halon agents. Fire crews battled flames as investigations begin into the motive and possible suspects in the urban district.

Glass of Life Measures Age and Forecasts Death

A new instrument called the glass of life, presented by Professor Well Bermtein, aims to predict life expectancy by viewing a person’s eyes. Preliminary tests claim to forecast longevity and aging trends, with estimates of thousands of lives affected, though scientific reliability remains debated.

Washington National Academy of Balances Well Bermtein Gortingan University Columbia University Dliscovery Germany Ludlann

Australians Compete in Rome Tennis Doubles Final

Australians Turnbull and Valerio reach the men doubles final in Rome as Borotra and Brugnon defeat them. Mixed and women events feature Vanderie and others advancing. French pair show strong form while Turnbull tires late on court.

Rome Tuvedey Alpe Ward Crawford McGrath Bembrant Crewtard Ml Metteath Arten Und Bawrwakkh Borotra Hrujcuem Turnbull Auli Bent Nin Vanderie Verbinali Ariptia Anala Hayden Bearman Brenen Iforta Phunatiipie Daan

Anzac Tragedy Clouds Hand of the Politician

A fragmented wartime column questions leadership amid Anzac tragedy casting doubt on the council of defence. The text critiques claims of decisiveness and exposes political posturing during a tense period.

Anzac

Exchange of German and English Officers

Tim Sater reports on a wartime exchange of German and English officers, noting the diplomatic and tactical implications. The article outlines the terms of the exchange, the participants, and the potential impact on Allied and Axis intelligence operations.

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