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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 04, 1935
Page
2
Weather notes show temperatures around 56 degrees at 3 pm and 83 degrees later in the day. Entries list daily readings across November and December with references to maximum and minimum temperatures and a sequence of dates and times.
Senator Pearce told the Senate the external affairs department would form an Australian diplomatic corps. Two senior officers would be called, training would proceed, and staff would be rotated between London and Australia to project regular statements to Parliament and support ministers on missions to Tokyo New York Berlin.
The King's Speech, read by the Lord Chancellor, declares Britain's foreign policy will rest on League of Nations support. It pledges cooperation with League members to preserve peace, address Abyssinian dispute, and strengthen defense while boosting coal industry, trade, agriculture, housing, and public services across Britain and the Empire.
Parkhill defends air defence plans and oil needs as MPs quiz ministers on broadcasting control in Australia. McCall presses for inquiry into regulatory effects while Curtin and Curtin allies face party tensions over national broadcasting policy and potential post adjournment actions.
Generally unsettled conditions with more rain and thunder. Cooler southerly change expected as unsettled weather shifts, bringing lighter winds and fresher air after the showers.
The Commonwealth Government proposes sending the Antarctic research ship Discovery to search for and relieve American aviators. Lincoln Ellsworth and Hollick Kenyon illustrate international aid, with Italian, American, British, and other efforts cited in tribute to aviators and in support of a global relief spirit.
Milan reports say Carlo Foiranell, a leading industrialist, was accused of foreign currency trafficking. He allegedly deposited 40 million sterling in British banks under his wife’s name. After discovery he offered 61,01,000 to the Government, which refused the money and confiscated all his property.
Police pursued an abduction case in Marseille after an eight month old child of Dr Matejac was seized. The suspects demanded 700 reannor, and the child’s father threatened with a pistol to force authorities to back off. After a tense stand, the suspects fled to a police station with a crowd of 2000 men approaching. Police recovered the child and parents agreed to pay the ransom, though authorities say ransom was not intended to secure the heir’s return.
Sydney Tuesday Justice Harve Rogers of the Criminal Court imposed a death sentence on William Exiward Viney a 2% labourer convicted of capital assault He urged amending the law which makes the death sentence obligatory in many cases noting no real chance of execution in practice.
In a ragged play, M C C defeated Queensland by a wide score after strong batting by Thirsty who remained not out at 66. Queensland’s innings saw limited resistance with key contributions from several players as the match swung on periods of aggressive bowling and variable run scoring.
A report from the International Institute of Examinations Inquiry Committee discusses the marking process at London tests. It notes inconsistencies in marking two papers and changes to several candidates' results amid a four to two verdict in certain cases.
Menangle Park meeting postponed today after heavy rain forces delay. Officials moved the program to a later date as track conditions were deemed unsuitable for racing.
Members of St John’s Churchwomen Guild traveled by bus to the Dotter River on Monday for their final meeting of the year. Lunch, swimming, and afternoon tea followed a brief meeting. The secretary noted about 127 members had been called during the year. 1930 officers were elected: President Mr Robertson. Vice Presidents Mrs Parlin and Mrs Hunt. Treasurer Mrs Crawley. Financial Secretary Mrs W A W P Flewallys.
The record describes Lady dnnaea and Minx Halen Plagers attending a gusts of Of Thesr Macallencies event with Governor Ceners and Lady tsance at Government House Canterra. Attendee roles and locations are cited but details are garbled.
At the annual meeting of Associated Newspaper Ltd the proposal to sell The Telegraph and Women’s Weekly from the old Evening News building was endorsed by the shareholders and endorsed.
A court sentencing raised questions about justice as it noted a priorly not intended punishment. Viney was reported to have assaulted a girl at Bondi on the way home from the picture, prompting a discussion on whether the prisoner could be deemed fully responsible in society or held to the usual standard of accountability.
The director of Quantas Empire Airwaye proposes duplicating mail service to increase nine-plane weekly runs between Irinbann and Bingapore. He argues current service is inadequate and urges rapid duplication. The Commonwealth Government and Clit Aviation are considering the plan amid upheaval.
Amateur cast delivered a lively Shakespearean forest tale with Rosalind banished to Arden. Le Loveless excelled as Jaques, Leila Ramsay confidently portrayed Rosalind, and Albert Johnson powered Orlando. Messrs Bassett Wilson and Wynne Gilmour contributed strong support visuals and comedy. Proceeds benefit local desks and charities.
The Australian party plans a full gathering to decide the deputy leadership. A special meeting was proposed for the morning with members to mark their approval by ballot. The Prime Minister yesterday faced strong opposition, leading to adjournment to allow broader party discussion.
A progress report to Parliament shows the Reject Committee on the Working Week recommending a 40 hour week in Victoria without pay reduction. Supporters include Holland Keane Prendergast and MacFarlan, with McDonald and Michaels dissenting. The committee argues shorter hours won t reduce unemployment and may raise costs unless tariffs rise and markets shrink to fit. It calls for state ratification of Geneva standards and awaits Premier Conference results.
In Sydney Tuesday the Minister for Agriculture gained leave to introduce a 42 month extension of the flour tax. The bill would extend price fixing under the Wheat and Wheat Products Act beyond December 31. Mr. Tully urged timely passage while the government defended the measure as necessary to fix flour prices. The assembly adjourned after a party division.
Mini Hartman on the Holyman airliner from Sydney to Canberra faced bad weather causing a diversion toward Melbourne then back to Canberra. The flight arrived at 4.18 pm with plans to return to Sydney later halted by weather, delaying passengers and forcing reroutes.
In Bonnte, officials announced a formal Australian diplomatic core meeting with the External Department. George foarse and une Gor mmament were linked to the formal agenda as part of the AP Propelation Mill initiative.
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