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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 23, 1936
Page
2
The item lists barometric readings for Canberra with times 8 pm 9 pm and 9 pm, temperatures around 65 to 80 degrees, and a 24 hour summary ending at 9 pm. It references humidity values and a screen reading of 56.4 degrees, but multiple words are garbled.
In a historic discovery, explorers identify a new land in the Antarctic Ellsworth region as the only unclaimed area remaining on Earth. The find prompts international interest and potential territorial discussions among nations.
A fragmentary review recalls the Wyatt Earp flight with Lincoln Filawarn and James Ellsworth. They narrate discovering a continental region, naming areas such as Hearst Land and Byrd Land, and landing after fuel loss near Little America. Ellsworth plans to join the Discovery Tr. to Melbourne to thank authorities.
Report from Sydney shows J Keenan leading for General Secretary in the Seamen Union ballot while J Johnston trails with a wide margin. The count tracks support for the true Committee plan amid a push to operate under the new federal award.
Miss Nanny Day a 20 year old woman was murdered during a card game at Mrs Gillespie's home in Nyngan. William Kennedy fled after attacking Day, severing her windpipe with a razor blade. Police later found a bottle of poison at Kennedy's home and he died by poisoning.
Figures from the Commonwealth Statia fs show November output at 431 fine ounces, up from 711 in the prior November. For the eleven months ended November, total production reached 614,760 ounces, with 807,788 and 763,550 ounces for the same periods in 1934 and 1933 respectively.
The Canberra Times reflects on King George’s dying question How is the Empire and the duty of Britons to answer with loyalty and strive for the welfare of the people. It praises his long service and urges the Empire to measure progress by living conditions and public welfare, not merely wealth.
Reported details of royal funeral preparations as King George lies in state at Westminster Hall. Queen Alexandra prays at St Mary Magdalene. Death mask made, coffin closed, burial in coronation robes. Procession from Sandringham to Wolferton, then King's Cross, to Westminster Hall with royal guards and public viewings across several days.
Canberra received a telegram from the Lord Chamberlain detailing mourning rules for the royal period. The King orders full mourning to July 20 and half mourning from July 21 to October 20, with public mourning to be announced. Officers to wear black crepe on left arm and uniforms until July 20. Naval gunnery school at Whale Island prepares the carriage. Windsor hosts funeral arrangements with a 1000-seat chapel and Royal escort. The Royal vault will hold George V’s coffin near his family.
Governor-General Sir Isaac Issacc issued an extraordinary Gazette canceling the minute guns and half-mast flags order. A noon Royal Salute will mark the Proclamation of Edward VIII. flags rise to the masthead at sunrise and stay until sunset, then half-mast until the funeral.
Last night it was announced that Lord Gowrie would be sworn in as Governor General in the Legislative Council Chamber in Melbourne shortly before noon today. The ceremony will be private.
The Daily Mail prints stories about the King showing his calm presence after the War. One tale recounts a London football match during labour unrest when unemployed ex servicemen demanded a meeting. A deputation leader, Russian born, insulted the Prince but was thwarted by his quick inquiry into the man’s wartime record. The King’s courtesy and vigilant ear defused the moment. In Newcastle the future king visited slums and worried over smoke and health. He spoke of making inhabitants smile while feeling ashamed to be English, and grieved he could do little beyond that.
King Edward VIII is expected to be named Admiral of the Fleet and to receive the baton of field marshal by an Order in Council as he becomes chief of the Royal Air Force. He would helm all fighting services and sign sovereign messages thanking the army navy and air force for loyalty and valor during the Great War and beyond.
The article recounts the coronation style proclamation of Edward VIII as king from St James Palace London. Heralds in medieval uniform parade through London to Charing Cross with black crepe on uniforms and a symbolic red rope across the city. The ceremonial event marks a new epoch for the empire.
A London report recounts a powerful Empire speech by Prime Minister Baldwin on the world network. He recalls King George’s death and the monarch’s last consciousness, noting the King’s concern for his people and calling for support of the young successor to bear the burden, with a blessing for the King.
The League of Nations council adjourned until tomorrow after paying tribute to King George. President G M Bruce voiced the council's sorrow and sympathy to the Royal family. France Spain and Baron Aloisi of Italy also offered tributes, with Anthony Eden adding remarks.
The Governor Lord Gowrie proclaimed King Edward VIII from State Parliament House in Sydney this afternoon. A large crowd witnessed a brief ceremony with Royal colours, amplifiers, and cheers from Premier Stevens, before the Governor left for Melbourne tonight.
The Prime Minister announced a national mourning plan with a royal funeral on Tuesday. Public offices close from Friday night to Wednesday morning, and banks and shops from Saturday noon to Wednesday. Six weeks full mourning followed by six weeks half mourning likely for the public.
A meeting of the Williamstown Race Club was held to decide on the postponed Moonee Valley races, originally set for Saturday. The new date will be fixed later, amid government interference rumors during the anniversary period.
Federal Cabinet approves moving Department of Commerce staff from Melbourne to Canberra before the end of the financial year. The decision follows discussions at a Melbourne meeting labeled Commerce staff relocation. The government plans the consolidation to occur within the current year.
Melbourne reports the cabinet will repeal the flour tax of £2 12s 6d a ton from February 24 due to improved finances. The move will forgo about £400,000 in the current year, with prior revenue from June to December at £900,000 and an expected £250,000 for January and February. Prime Minister Lyons promises wheat farmers gain and Parliament will repeal the tax and refund post February 24 payments.
Adelaide Wednesday brings more Australian tennis championships results. In Men's Singles A Quist defeats J Gilchrin 6 2 6 4 6 2 noting errors. W McGrath wins 6 4 6 3 7 0 over W Stephen. J Bromwich beats L Brodie 7 5 6 2 6 1. J Crawford over J Grin latead 6 1 6 4 3 8 6 3. J Turnbull defeats L Hancock 6 2 6 3 6 1. J Weonen's Singhs Miss J Hartigan defeats Mina K Woodward 6 1 6 4.
The AJC committee fixed new race dates after a holiday closure. The Randwick AJC Challenge Stakes shifts to January 29 Wednesday, while Anniversary Handicap moves from Monday to Saturday. Canterbury Park and other fixtures cancelled. intercolonial Australian matches rescheduled with three-day play beginning Saturday.
At a meeting of the Canberra Racing Club committee the first Combined Pionsroe race was postponed. The St Patrick's Club also adjourned their meeting and rescheduled for February 1 and 8 with an intermediate date to be added. The club expressed regret and offered compensation from racing profits.
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