06 Feb 1935
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 06, 1935
Page
1
Report says Premier will announce April 13 as the election date amid cabinet debates and prior March dates. Officials cite Easter Show travel as a constraint and promise to finish polling before the holiday crowds depart rural areas for the city.
The Anglo-French declaration is welcomed across Europe as a step toward peace pending Germany s reaction. The Times notes no rush or hidden terms while Russia and Belgium react with mixed signals. Berlin wary of vague terms, while French Premier Flandin and British leaders praise the accord amid talks on armament limits.
A mediatory committee in the Nottingham bowling dispute decided to uphold MCC rules in letter and spirit. Dr. Gould’s certification that Voce was unfit to bowl was withdrawn, signaling a virtual settlement. A further Lords meeting is planned for February 26 to discuss Nottingham matters ahead of the March club election.
In Geneva on Tuesday a League report details 1934 shifts in gold reserves. Russia shows a 900 million dollar gain, the United States 854 million, with other increases listed for South Africa 24 million Japan 20 million and Czechoslovakia 13 million. Losses include 73 million, Italy 68 million decrease and further decreases for the Netherlands 3 million Belgium 32 million and Switzerland 18 million.
Melbourne reports Prime Minister Lyons states there is no change in government tariff policy despite Minister Thorby signaling imminent revisions. The policy remains as laid out by the Tariff Board after its final recommendations.
Industrious firms object to remarks by the Prime Minister prompting a warning that Gaara industries connected to the statement would not engage with the Prime Minister. The Australian delegation, led by Mr. Thorby, plans a visit to England with Lion.
A tornado swept Bellbird three miles from Desanock destroying a house, breaking windows, uprooting fences, and blowing roofs off. Timber and iron debris littered streets as part of the Bellaird Cooperative Stores and two adjacent shops were blown away. Cosmock experienced only a light breeze.
Dr. Collar argues that proving statements in a ministerial dispute is key as Weaver faces consequences. He warns against unchecked unqualified practice and cites 70 countries and two Australian states prohibiting non-physicians from medicine. The exchange frames calls for broad legislation to shield the public from quacks.
Minister Fitzsimons told employees the government collected £251 weekly in entertainment tax income tax and unemployment relief tax. He said the matter had his sympathy and should be taken up by every citizen of the Commonwealth, promising to present the case to the Government immediately in favor of the grand opera.
In Flemington New Jersey the Lindbergh baby murder trial nears conclusion as defense and prosecution race to wrap up evidence. Hauptmann’s attorney argues alibis for the nights of the ransom and theater note, while a witness links Violet Sharp to a secretive activity near the Hudson ferry with the baby’s blanket. The defense also introduces a ladder duplicate matching the kidnapping ladder weight.
Delegates at the A W U Convention considered a motion by general secretary Grayndler to have unity via the State Loan Party rejoining the Federal ALP. Debate on political affiliation and possible alignment with the State Labour Party continued as adjournment was taken for tomorrow.
The Yorkshire Observer notes nearly 4000 bales of New Zealand greasy crossbred wool bought in London on Russian account up to Friday night with large weights of greasy and scoured merino. Withdrawn lots were reoffered and sold for a farthing to three farthings more as Russian buyers pay the increase. Continent buyers are estimated to have taken about three quarters of greasy crossbred offerings since January 25.
Delegates meet at University of Cape Town to discuss imperial communications, cable and wireless charges, censorship, libel laws, empire news services, radio, and subsidised competition. General Smuts is ill on the voyage. plans for his address on native policy and world fairs are in doubt.
A stir arose over an alleged Tuesday night boat visit to a quarantine station by three people who touched three others aboard the Aorang i where smallpox was found. Authorities search for those involved. passengers are placed in a safe area and a fine up to £100 may be issued for endangering public health. If located, the individuals will be quarantined.
Two boys aged 10 were arrested by detectives in connection with an arson attempt on a tram in North Sydney on Sunday. Separate fires were started with oily waste, burning flooring and half the seats before firefighters stopped the blaze. The youths are charged with malicious damage.
The piece notes farmers turning to similar methods to address widespread debts. It discusses shared strategies among rural growers and comments on mounting financial pressures facing agricultural communities.
A cryptic exchange cites Sir Herbert praising a new report on wheat while naming Sir Isaac Tsnaca and Prime Minister Lyons. No further statement was given.
A tiger snake nearly six feet long was slain by J. Foster of Brookvale after it swayed before his dressing table. Foster crept up with a tin stick and scrub hook and battered the reptile to death in his room during Tuesday night.
Dr. Stratford Sheldon testified at the Glebe inquest into the January 23 death of Mrs. Emily Radford, a cleaner, stating she likely died from a head hemorrhage without skull fracture. The body was found at the State Brick Company yard Glebe Point, with the coroner recording death from hemorrhage.
In Cape Town the Governor-General Lord Cla rendon opens the Empire Press Conference. He praises the land of gold above and below the ground and recalls the 1900 conference. Delegates, many from Africa, meet on a mission to strengthen unity of the British Commonwealth and world peace.
Mr S J McCabe presided over the marriage of N S W cricketer AMR See red we BB Dwyer. Three bridesmaids attended. Fred McCabe, brother of the bride Wall of Mosman officiated.
The Upper House will hold a by election to fill the seat created by the retirement of Mr. Nicholas who was appointed to a position. The vote is planned for February.
Justice Evatt issued a rule nisi restraining further proceedings against Egon Kisch, a prohibited immigrant, with a returnable date of March 19. The ex parte application by A B Piddington raised jurisdiction and illegality questions under the Immigration Act, and the court did not immediately rule on those grounds.
The Beamen's Union calls a special meeting to discuss operation of a steamer in Canberra and aims for a settlement of the dispute.
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