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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 29, 1936
Page
2
Canberra held memorial services for King George VI with a guard of honour of ex-service men and boy scouts, as government officials and UK representative attended. Bishop Burgmann led a solemn sermon praising the late monarch’s humanity and imperial leadership, while prayers and ceremonial volleys marked the state funeral rites.
Weather data from Canberra includes barometer readings, temperature estimates, and range of highs and lows with several garbled phrases. Key items mention 73 degrees in the morning and 76 degrees later, but many values are unclear or corrupted.
A conference of Eastern States representatives in Sydney will discuss rural work shortages and the fading of maps and youth employment. NSW Minister for Labour and Industry, Dr. Dunning, says rural youth shortages require action including training and salaries to attract workers.
Promoter Charles Laces said Carroll May would likely travel to the United States to fight Bebe Rimko for the world middleweight title if Parrot were unsuccessful with Zep Van Klaveren. Tuia noted a generated offer of 1000 dollars for the bout.
The royal funeral procession moves from St James Street to Hyde Park Corner amid crowds that swell beyond control. Guards and police struggle to manage the crush as the monarch advances with measured steps, while mourners press along the route and line the tree-lined avenues.
The article notes a chorus of German voices demanding the return of former colonies, with President Hitler tying the issue to Germany's military strength. It questions Japan's role as a former German colony holder and argues Australia must focus on Pacific affairs rather than the old world.
A memorial service led by Prime Minister and clergy unfolds in Canberra for King George. Various religious leaders offer prayers and hymns as the Canberra City Band plays Chopin Funeral March. The ceremony includes two minutes of silence and a procession of Commonwealth ministers and clergy.
Excellenciem the Governor power aunt Laury Gowrie attended a memorial service at St. Johns Shore yesterday evening. The Bishop of Arturn preached the sermon. Senator Sir George Pearce represented the Commonwealth Government and Mr W C Hanson and Mr W Garnet represented the British Government. The Speaker’s portrait was presented by Mr W Parlor and the Canberra branch of Be ROBILA contributed termalent.
The St Christopher's congregation overflowed for Yuan celebrated by Rev Fenner P.M Maydon. Bishop of Goulburn Rt Rev Dr John Barry presided and the Prime Minister attended with Mr J McKenna. Catholic listeners mourn the king while praising his justice and family virtues under a climate of national grief.
The combined memorial service at St Andrew's was well attended with Rev. C. E. Turnball presiding and prayers led by Rev. J Thormann. A combined choir, organist C. S. Daley, and music including Chopin and Parton featured. Lieutenant W. J. Filahie represented the Governor General. Paterson spoke for the Commonwealth Government.
A chaotic heat affected attendees at a commemorative service with few adults present. People sought shade and cooling measures as the crowd awaited relief, while a small group stayed near the building cooling off and recovering from the intense conditions.
A garbled Melbourne report notes graziers pressing the government for a wool levy to fund relief. They seek a levy not exceeding one shilling per bale within a year, urging government action to stabilize the wool industry and farmers' incomes.
Confused OCR reports a general strike in Cairo with no clashes at first. Bridges were opened to block 1200 students from the Geoge University while demonstrations erupted in Damenbour and Meneaurn, injuring several police officers and protesters including at least 4 in Damanhour and 12 in Mansaura.
A man named Garton Quien, accused as the secretary to Nurse Cavell, was released from employment today after a two decade sentence for aiding Germany. He proclaims innocence and says he is preparing documents to prove the murder of a milntsken ew ty.
Shielded in archaic phrasing the message records a formal exchange between the Commonwealth Parliament and the Crown. It notes the Queen Mary and the King’s gratitude for loyalty and prayers during the accession and admiration for the British Empire’s unity and duty.
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