21 Feb 1935
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 21, 1935
Page
1
Lord Sempill arrived at Bangenwery today by road and walked for hours through the Saris after an agreed landing in darkness. He was picked up by a motor bus and plans to return to the landing place with fuel and supplies to continue the flight if possible.
Mr G Archer astonished the Legislative Council by summarizing a case where bedding included a lounge suite containing old garments from New Zealand. The furniture, found to hold shirts, a singlet, curtains, and other worn items, raised concerns about branding bedding with manufacturer names and prompted amendments discussed by Attorney Brown.
A violent storm on the Far North Coast caused extensive damage and a death on a Lismore farm. It struck the Chines telephone exchange with an explosion, knocked out all phones, damaged the Lee electric substation, plunged South Lismere into darkness, damaged power gear, and toppled trees and lines amid 140 points of rain in a short period.
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Queen and Duke of York toured the Bri Hiab Tedumtries fair with a royal housekeeper. Australian publicity chief Mr Smart guided Her Majesty through displays including sultanas peach jam and honey. Duchess Mary viewed wild flowers and fabrics while Sir James Parr noted the honey exhibit. Attendance reached 10 008, up 1 000 from last year.
The ministry assigns Mir Manaieas Midmter to relieve and direct trade team duties. Mary Quilett will head the customs division while Werner Seevie Homan oversees additional duties.
Commonwealth officials in Melbourne will report from New York on how the U S Supreme Court gold clause ruling affects Australia’s debt and interest payments in gold. The decision could raise Australia’s annual interest bill and lift total debt from £2,800,000 to around £8,806,000 in gold terms.
Premier explains the legality of the arrangement amid questions about who operates the system. Budd and Pealey referenced in CP dispatches as part of the money note details.
Unclear market sentiment observed in New York as security and commodity markets eased following a positive reception to rumors of potential government action. Reported speculation cites possible bond guarantees and broader government measures, with investors reacting to varying London signals and expert commentary.
Melbourne dispatch reports Dr. Page defending the government stance on meat export trade with Britain. He said there was no need to amend yesterday’s official statement as no cables had arrived to change it. Previous cables suggested Britain planned no export restrictions.
Wednesday report from Sydney notes Dr Barry Page announcing Commonwealth acceptance of Britain meat control policy. James Walker, president of the Grassers' Association, says they oppose quotas and import tax on meat but prefer the tax if forced to choose. A prominent meat trade figure highlights a sharp discrepancy between Dr Page and Major Willot, suggesting a serious misstep by one side.
Critics warn that replacing import quotas with a levy to subsidize English beef risks producers banking on uncertain prices. Observers note butter imports lifting caused a 6.45 rise in supply and lower prices, signaling the home market cannot absorb a beef surplus without price declines.
Rear Admiral Byrd spoke in Wellington today about the Antarctic expedition findings. He indicated it would take about two more years to complete the survey and lectures in the United States may follow, noting charitable support.
The New South Wales Federal Labour Party branch outlines several motions for its annual conference in Sydney. Proposals include founding a permanent opera organization with the government, establishing clinics for women and children, reducing war service home interest to 7 percent with widows receiving deeds on death, free or cheap milk for schoolchildren, centralising industrial relations under the Commonwealth, paying relief workers full awards, and an inquiry into shortening work hours to match advancing machinery.
A large programme for the King’s Jubilee in Australia is being arranged by Defence representatives, the Postmaster General, and the assistant Treasurer. Plans include military and air force displays in state capitals, services in Canberra and capitals, a governor General’s levee, and a Commonwealth reception. Stamps in new colours and a loyalty message from Parliament are considered, with cooperation across states and a King’s broadcast to reach all Australians.
In a tense session Labour members pressed the Premier with questions about the removal of a former health minister and the possible roles of Dr Davidson and other BMA figures in appointive decisions. The Premier denied knowledge of officers and suggested only that state funds should aid hospitals, not be used as leverage.
Fragments describe a national celebration linked to a royal Jubilee and federation themes. Mentions planning for local development and a ceremonial day of Thanksgiving aligned with national character. Targeted audiences include government bodies and the public observance of festivities.
The Minister for Labour and Industry Mfr Dunningham was today nominated by the New South Wales branch of the Empire Parliamentary Association at Parliament House to represent the New...
A terse announcement declared shorts banned at the tennis tournament provoking fan indignation and questions about players. Officials from the club faced protests as spectators debated the policy change and its fairness.
A garbled report recalls a local diving event where an announcer called numbers as divers performed. The crowd and crew watched in silence until responses from performers such as Bevan and Gaver emerged, marking a quirky moment in the show.
The selection for the leadership in London featured three candidates Speaker Sir Daniel Lavy Minister for Lande Mr Mutten thaw and Mr Dunningham. Daniel was eliminated in the recount while Dunningham gained four votes and Wattensnaw. Premier Mr Stevens accepted the invitation due to an imminent tale Alkotion, with activist set to tour.
Chinese newspapers at Canton report that pirates along the Fukien and Kwangtung coasts are being mobilized by a certain power, likely Japan, to provoke an incident and justify naval landings in Southern China. Amoy authorities say they are watching closely as pirates meet to discuss plans. The story is viewed by some circles as Japanese propaganda.
The Premier outlined a major country sewerage scheme totaling 21 million pounds. A bill authorising the works, including 3 million pounds for country towns, was debated in the State House with leave granted to proceed.
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