19 Feb 1935
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 19, 1935
Page
1
Melbourne reports the Federal Cabinet negotiating with Britain over the meat question. The Federal Meat Advisory Council says its proposals to the Cabinet Sub-Committee are under review, with a reply due before Mr Lyona leaves on Thursday. The aim is to extend trade after Argentina's agreement expires.
A fragmented note references an imperial meat policy aimed at restricting consumption amid wartime pressures. It mentions reconciling past economies, home markets for British goods, and development of the dominion system, with uncertain names and dates.
A fragment notes a Ronco patent item and a Witron 10.0 percent figure tied to a night promotion or discount. Limited readable text mentions a value point or unit price. The context remains unclear but suggests a marketing line or product detail.
Wimday Clifford Ranfrey, charged with inciting assault on Mick O Bete and paying for injuries to Charlie Adams and others near Tennant Creek on September 30. Adams was beaten unconscious as three men slept. a revolver was later recovered from Renfrey’s car. The Crown alleges grievous bodily harm and related counts.
Circles in Bunday politics foresee the German response affecting Franco Russian relations and possibly triggering an Anglo French pact. Pravda doubts Germany’s motives and warns of her megalomania, insisting Europeans will seek safety by other means.
South Australia declared at 415 in the second innings, leaving Victoria 414 to win in the Meld Shistol match. Fleetwood-Smith claimed three for 136, Lonergan reached 77, Mayle and Waite also contributed, as SA built 51 without loss with Tobin at stumps.
An incomplete cricket score fragment shows Australia at 1 for 18, 286 then 2-186 and 4-203, with 6-251 and 6-261 and 1-250, progressing to 8-067 and 9-300, 10-415. Bowling figures cite McCarley 2, Maling 4 for 63, Fleetwood-Smith, AF, Mave 8 at Darling 1 for 13.
The Fasci Grand Council decided a 40 hour work week for Italy. Reports from Rome describe scenes of enthusiasm as 1911 conscripts were called for military training. The meeting revealed 79,000 Black Shirts ready for service in Africa and noted a Black Shirt battalion sailed from Maples on February 10 for Eritrea. An inquest snippet recalls a shooting incident and a coroner examining a tentative motive and the aftermath.
Monday in Sefton held an inquest into the death of Richard Augustus Thurling, 24, of Roston, shot during a police chase after a lorry stop. Witnesses described the driver’s jump from a truck near a cemetery, the truck’s steering, and Constable Boyd’s account of firing after Thurling allegedly refused to stop.
Nation awaits Supreme Court decision on the gold clause and New Deal legislation. Officials expect a ruling tomorrow with no comment from enforcement officers about President Roosevelt's possible actions. Report notes potential steps to protect the national financial structure and references Treasury funds.
Gordon William Watson 27 Ronald William Watson 20 and Aired William Twyman 17 were charged at the Central Court with unlawfully assaulting Mrs Wiles Cain at her home on Saturday. The trio, with two others, allegedly forced entry, battered the woman, and threatened more violence until her husband left. Defense contends they were not at the home. prosecution notes the case involves a racehorse connection and possible further charges. Bail set at 130.
In Sydney District Court on Monday John Cavanagh a locomotive driver claimed £400 against the New South Wales Railway and Tramway Officers Association for alleged libel. The defence argued the article stated he was dismissed in 1906 for drunken arrest and later transferred for closer supervision. the judge found no evidence of malice and dismissed the case.
Melbourne reports say the acting prime minister stated the cabinet in Melbourne had five considerations on the question of appointing a commission. No decision was reached today as talks continued.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference attempts to expedite a cabinet report linked to Mr. Lamb KC and the Communion. Dr Page and Mesure Hancock are named, with the report described as not to be published separately.
Aboard the Jacob Ruppast at noon Sunday the vessel lies 240 miles from Dunedin with the Bear of Oakland about 80 miles away. Preparations are under way to land Minttemneon and the Oakland ship is anticipated for the day. The crew grows excited at the prospect of reaching land after 16 months, with beards trimmed and meals scheduled following six serfs.
London reports a sharp drop in Germany's exports for January, with exports down about £4.5 million from December totals and a rise in imports of roughly £0.4 million. The adverse trade balance widens as the Nazi regime consolidates control and analysts warn of continuing weakness in early 1930s commerce.
In Milan a surge of volunteers led General Newheart to warn of insufficient rations and clothing while the War Office opposed crowding seaports. Mussolini issued a terse reply, and Coscardi is slated to replace Techaas as troops are drafted to Byra suse and Palermo.
Victor Clemens Black of Waverton aged 44 was found gassed in his Little Regent Street office on February 8. He left a note warning of gas danger and his estate was valued around £30000. Inquest heard his wife died September 31 1904 from an overdose. coroner ruled death by suicide due to ill health and nervous distress after her loss.
Unclear OCR text reports that tensions surrounding unions and Mr Kent-Hughes have eased as threats are withdrawn. scattered fragments reference Wijhalla and Sreval in the opie in wee wes, with insufficient readable details to provide concrete names, dates, or locations.
The secretary of the 6.80 branch said unity talks failed and the NSW Federal ALP will proceed with preparations for the New South Wales general election. An executive meeting Thursday aims to expedite arrangements and possibly persuade J G Theodore to stand against Meg Kani or other State Labour figures. The campaign direction will be debated as Theodore’s stance remains uncertain. In the northern coalfields the party may highlight the Miners Federation loan of £3,260 used to cover legal costs at ballot box cases.
Dulcie Wilkow, 28, strangled with a leather belt in Greenwich after a separation from husband Victor Clarence Wilkow, who then shot himself in a North Ryde home. Police say the couple married three years ago but had been living apart, with Dulcie found in pyjamas and a belt around her neck. Neighbors report the husband appeared distraught before the incident.
In Sydney over recent weeks, fire stations faced a surge of prank calls. Officials report multiple false alerts causing disruptions and tying up emergency resources. No injuries reported, but responders warn against dialling 000 for non emergencies.
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