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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Feb 16, 1935

Page

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England and West Indies Test in rain delayed third match

Rain halted the Third Test at George Town as England batted with Wyatt amid slow scoring and flooded outfield. Hodgson or Grant led West Indies bowling with Hylton and Martindale taking early wickets, while Wyatt remained not out.

George Town England West Indies Wyatt Grant Dowler Mave Indies Smith Meorwd Holmes Townsend Hendren Hammond Ames Braith Paine Holles Toldon Wort George Grant Hoadley Constantin Reeley Hylton Martindale Christiani Jones Wablatt Wiabi Beores

Challenge to Mr. Weaver Demands Repetition of Charges

Dr Boag of Dee Why criticises former Health Minister Mr Weaver in the Legislative Assembly on Wednesday. He challenges Mr Weaver to repeat his allegations made under parliamentary privilege about running charges to patients and alleged malpractice.

Bydney Weaver

Hospital Board Plans Harbour Fraternal Meeting

The hospital board discusses forthcoming events with remarks by President Mr Woods. Mr Weaver is described as an outgoing figure upon retirement and receives sympathetic recognition for past service.

Cofis Harbour Woods Weaver

Grain Speculator Prohibited From Dealing Under Law

A government committee announced prohibitions on a grain speculator's dealing activities under American law. The report notes actions tied to various figures and exchanges, with references to the Future Act and regulators declaring actions in excess of 100,000 units.

Seal Cabanel Conran Ropar Abe Aerey-Oenanth Cummings Fem Kater Cutan Speers

Postal Employees Seek Reduced Hours Under Basic Plan

Postal workers press for shortened shifts under a basic plan aimed at reducing hours. Union leaders cite efficiency goals and cost savings while stressing worker welfare and predictable schedules.

Wheat agreement big four to meet in March

The Wheat Advisory Committee chair says a full meeting of Argentina Australia Canada and the United States will be held on March 8 to seek extensions or amendments to the Wheat Agreement. Argentina’s stance remains unsettled with proposals still pending. The United States supports continuing efforts toward an international agreement.

London Australia Canada United Inten vecTa Avetrican Brean Association Lemion United States

Geneva Disarmament Talks Open With Civil Aviation Debate

Negotiators in Geneva again discuss disarmament with proposed control of all aircraft under full government supervision. Americans resist plans to extend control to civil aviation insisting on limits to governance.

Taralga Fire Destroys Three Shops Amid Stated Blaze

Taralga firefighters battled a morning blaze that razed three shops in Taralga near Goulburn. Issacs refreshment rooms Lynch’s music shop and Wheatley’s new agency were burned to the ground. An adjoining bookshop and two other structures were damaged as residents fought the flames.

Sydney Taralga Goul Tum Issacs Lynch Music Soop Wheatley Newn Boeker Peigeden Alloes

Hauptmann's Appeal Noted In Flemington Court

Attorney Mr Hauptmann reports on his client's appeal in Flemington. The proceedings mention conderas ed man in his cell and payment details, with rmates and related remarks observed in court today.

Rescue Delay Report From HLM A S Australia

A week late report from radio traffic describes the United States naval tug Ontario locating bearings near the cruiser Saarebligate and aiding the disabled Seth Barner to reach Balbos. The communication emphasizes protective measures and the ongoing effort to ensure passage despite delays.

HMA Avatralia United States Ontario

All Out For 200 Victoria Dismisses 5 A

Firstwood-Senith takes five for 68 as rain interrupts play after the opening session. Richardson and Badcock hold up the Victoria innings before play continued. South Australia gained an early advantage, with Victoria at 3 for 51. Bowling highlights included McCormick 1 for 4 and Firstwood-Smith 5 for 60 as the weather and greasy ball influenced the march of the game.

Richardson Badcock South Australis

Labour Unity State Faction Names Terms

The New South Wales State Labour Party executive endorsed the Unity Conference stance with the Federal ALP by declining unconditional readmission of E. G. Theodore and 3 Scullin Cabinet members who refused Lang Plan. It offered terms for continuity and invited exiled or former members to resume ALP status with continuity from their NSW Federal ALP affiliation. The offer will be considered by the Federal ALP tomorrow.

Sydney State Labour Party A.lp E. G. Theodore Scullin Lang ALP New South Wales Ered A.L.P Ua Federal A.L.P New [Wales Fedarer A.L.P Mambars Ct Whr

Trade Commissioner Tokio Welcomes British Troops Home

A damaged wartime note outlines Britain returning troops from the Saar era. It mentions a first battalion leaving, a regiment and bases, with arrival expected in February and March. The text references Tokyo, the House, and a conference but includes many garbled phrases.

Arlian Wiether

Melba Scholarship Sees Over £300 Annual Aid

The Melba scholarship fund amounts to more than £300 each year, supporting recipients in their studies. The grant, tied to the Mabe request, highlights sustained financial aid for undertaken education.

Unemployment Debate in Commons Echoes Censure Motions

London Thursday reports a Commons debate on unemployment tied to a censure motion. Bir Herbert Samuel criticizes Britain’s quotas and trade decline, while Lanebury mocks the enemy board and government optimism. The vote ends 374 to 8 against the motion.

London United States Britain Bir Herbert Samuel House ‘Commons Lanebury Lasabury Macdonald Nathan Liberal Paris Nevilla Chamberlain Labour Orece

Portrait by John Barris Commissioned by Aue

John Barris creates a famous portrait as he completes the pieares balaya scene under commission from the Aue organization, highlighting his renowned style and the project’s high profile status.

London John Barris Aue

Airmens Tribute To Olm Ney In Walbouins

A fragmentary notice honors Olm Ney with a brief air force tribute. The readable text hints at a Friday event in Walbouins and a forthcoming commemoration. Further details are unreadable in the damaged OCR.

Walbouins

Japan Seeks Wool Purchase to Shield Exports

Trade discussions reveal Japan planning to buy up to 500 000 bales of wool from Africa Australia and South Africa to protect exports. Officials note market demand and potential pricing while aiming to consolidate ties with Australia as purchases near 320 000 this season.

Gecinion Santerna South Japan South Africa Itia Africa South America Australia Ooneoliian

New Settlement Planned At Junction Of Woolshed Creek

The Department proposes a home garden subdivision at the junction of Woolshed Creek and Molonglo Pyne Trahwick. Seventy plots were planned, eighteen taken, seven homes erected or nearing completion. Rental from 17/8 to 54/8 per annum, land value £20-£183 per acre. Concerns include lack of reappraisal, sewerage, electricity, and telephone service. Telecommunication and transport links, including Duntroon access, are emphasized as urgent needs for the area.

Department For Intallor Woolshed Creek Molonglo Pyne Trahwick Molongis Duntroon Postal ‘Department Hikiven

Aliens Bill Debate in the Dail and Speakers

In the Dail debate on the Aliens Bill figures from the United Ireland Party condemned the bill as branding British commonwealth allies as aliens while ex-Attorney General Coutelio warned that Ulster figures and Bernard Shaw might be declared aliens. De Valera argued citizens’ rights were intact and that the Nationality Bill did not strip nationality. The bill was sent for a second reading.

Poe Moti United Ireland Party Coutelio Generel Manbis Mir Bernard Shaw de Valera Willa Frye

Man Shot in Boat Incident Reported

A man was wounded in a boat related shooting described as a violent incident with unclear details. Police tracked the suspect and noted the victim’s ownership of the vessel as part of the investigation.

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