20 Feb 1935
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 20, 1935
Page
1
Melbourne reports the Federal Cabinet accepting in principle the British proposal to regulate imports for 18 months with no meat import restriction, while keeping foreign sports limits. It grants Empire meat a 4d per lb preference and sets duties on foreign goods, signaling a shift in policy toward quotas if reform stalls.
In the House of Commons the minister for agriculture moved a three month extension of the subsidy to help cattle producers amid low prices. Negotiations with Dominion and other cattle supplying countries continue toward a long term policy on levies or import restrictions. The aim is to support home produce without provoking rapid artificial expansion or price disruption.
At an international meeting the Australian chairman of the Saar governing Commission, Mr G I Hox, participated as discussions focused on the Saar agreement for transfer to Germany. The accord covers pensions for miners and insurance for French and private citizens and workers in the region.
New York builders and foremen’s unions claim 100000 members in a demand for shorter hours. The walkout disrupted service, tenants deserted buildings, and police prepared for possible escalation as talks aimed at a morning truce sought a compromise.
Test match at Georgetown ends in a draw as West Indies struggle with slow scoring. Hammond top scored with 18 while Constantine and Neblett took key early wickets. England bowlers Wyatt and Neblett applied pressure with five top batsmen falling cheaply.
A judge declares that discriminatory treatment of Black players must end. The ruling demands equal rights and fair play across all teams. Officials warn penalties for continued bias, urging compliance from leagues and clubs nationwide.
Alice Springs Tuesday hearing finds the defendant guilty of a crime. Judge Wells sentences the accused to seven months hard labor. The magistrate condemns the pastime and urges an end to similar activities. Renfrey had prior four years in prison according to the record.
Rome correspondent for the Morning Post reports Italy believes Abyssinia is reviving a policy from the Great War era, aiming to invade Italian Somaliland. The claim frames recent military actions as a response to that revived threat.
Melbourne reports Prime Minister Lyons will travel from London through the United States to meet government representatives. The discussions focus on the Australia United States trading position and using tariffs to adjust trade balances with nations that limit purchases.
Sydney Tuesday inquest into 18 year old Joan Imabelle Mary Vincent who died during a nitrous oxide procedure. Dr Stratford Sheldon testified the fatal dose is unknown and varies by patient, noting death rate about 1 in 30,000. He doubted the girl was a suitable candidate for the operation, while conceding no doctor could have foreseen the outcome. Coroner prepared to return verdict.
Adelaide defeats Victoria by 107 runs in a Sheffield Shield clash. Victoria, chasing 416, faltered after early parity as batsmen stalled with half centuries from the top order but failed to reach the target. South Australia won outright, with bowling figures led by Callina and Grims.
A former Treasury official sues the United States, alleging improper handling of taxation matters and failure to provide proper relief. The plaintiff seeks redress in federal court, citing financial and procedural grievances tied to his career and retirement.
After acquittal on March 4 Nobel and Benjamin Nicker were charged on four counts for wounding Charles Adama a half caste at Tennant's Creek on September 30. Justice Webb noted conditions there were harsh. Evidence said a hotel porter kicked Adams in the head and twisted his toes after which he allegedly said a man ought to shoot you for baying such a hard head.
Prince of Wales arrived in Vienna today traveling in Cagelts amid police bans on publishing the exact hour. Crowds surged to greet the royal visitor, described as a cherished British figure since the war, with a noted intimate knowledge of the public mood.
The U S Supreme Court by five to four votes upholds the government action canceling private and municipal gold clauses while ruling that gold obligations cannot be paid on a dollar basis. The decision boosts markets in New York with stock prices rising and industrial bonds strengthening. The court says Congress may vote money and the value of it but cannot invalidate government bond contracts without further legislation.
A Royal Commission holds a banking inquiry touching on the gold clause and trans Atlantic stock movements. The session is reported as executive and delicate, with significant attention on London Melbourne and related exchange systems as officials outline the impact on British and global finance.
Historic German case reports two aristocratic women executed for espionage and treason. Baroness Von Borg and Frau Von Matner were condemned after April 1954 arrests and a fast trial. The Berlin desk notes potential prisoner exchange and unrest in the Reich court martial system.
In Moscow on Tuesday the Soviet air liner missing since February 1 en route to Archangel was found in a swamp. The pilot, mechanic, and a passenger were located exhausted in the snow after 18 days, having wandered unable to reach the aircraft. Hunters and trackers had searched vainly before the wreckage was recovered.
A compact Malta tribute segment aired Monday featuring local participants and community figures in a brief recap of events. Details remain fragmentary, with sparse clear names or dates, highlighting a small town broadcast mood.
Report notes Lord Sempill is missing once more with sparse details. Authorities and family seek information as timeline and location remain unclear.
Fragmentary text shows a debated issue with mentions of a Crown proceeding and a poet, but the readable content is largely garbled. It references naval aircraft, a Lord Sempill figure, and possible court or political commentary with unclear surrounding details.
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