20 Jul 1935
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 20, 1935
Page
1
Stormy winds batter Victoria with gusts reported near Port Melbourne and Port Gay. Reported waves and high seas damaged vessels and disrupted shore activities as a weather pilot notes gusts around 96 miles per hour at altitude, with crews stating 3 000 feet above sea level observations.
Adelaide reports one of the worst dust storms as red dust envelops homes and furniture. Traffic and travel halted across the state while a cold front brings rain in some areas.
Alterie a prominent protest era figure and Kane tied to a decades old prohibition era conflict are slain in a theatre district attack. A high powered rifle with many cartridges is found. two men were inside a room for weeks before the shooting. The killer or killers fled after the fatal volley.
A fogbound clash between the Niagara and the King Egbert near a route to Victoria damaged the Niagara’s bow and engine room, but passengers remained calm as lifebelts and lifeboats were used. The King Egbert pulled away and both ships proceeded to Victoria, with the Niagara’s voyage likely not delayed beyond a week.
In Adelaide Pridey police probe a discovered body believed to be murdered by a hurried burial. A government medical examiner will inspect a suspected bullet wound in the suit believed to be worn by the victim, with details forming the early theory.
A chaotic report from Ahanghad states nearly 2000 square miles of Shantung Province flooded by red waters. Authorities say fourteen thousand bodies recovered in Hupei Province as the death toll climbs into the thousands.
Investigators led by Dr Thorneon prepare to present findings in a trial at Trial Bay regarding the Arnheim Land matter. Officials probe underlying claims, with counsel for both sides outlining key evidentiary points and potential implications for regional land rights.
An airman crash was reported near Cape Flight as responders traced the incident. Details from the fragment indicate a military or aviation event with stays near a camp and mentions of tribes and a temporary halt before continuing the search.
A garbled Washington dispatch notes government action restricting gold clause lawsuits. The piece references the administration and Legal actions, hinting at damages and financial consequences in the wake of the wartime economy. Readable elements point to policy moves impacting creditors and contracts.
England and Australia opened a tennis series with Crawford defeating Perry in four sets unsafe play in the first match. McGrath and Austin produced a close contest with Austin winning after shifting tactics and powerful ground strokes.
Amusing anecdotes recount a naval review aboard the hospital ship Maine during a London ceremony. Guests described chaotic dining with empty tables and scarce bread as Sir Bolton Ayree Monell apologised for the hospitality lapses. Ambassadors from Germany Spain and Russia were among the attendees who reportedly had no complaints.
Melbourne Friday Mr Tan MacFarlan MLA told law students at the University that to rehabilitate the Australian States a revision of the Commonwealth Constitution is saved. He warned that the Commonwealth has exhausted money-raising avenues and left states with a desperate outlook needing secure funding free from federal interference. He noted Western Australia shares the strain with other states.
In Sydney a proposed Trans Tasman air service aims to connect Sydney and Auckland with a four engined aircraft. Sir Charles Kingsford Smith is named to inaugurate the service with Captain Taylor as co pilot. The plan calls for a 10 day test and weekly Monday and Friday departures carrying 20 passengers and mail.
The Emergency Committee of the ACTU plans an early All Australian Congress if federal authorities fail to act by September 30 to unite the Federal and New South Wales Lang Labour Party. States Victoria South Australia and Tasmania favor an early conference and NSW should confer with them.
Evidence heard by Public Service Arbitrator J. Weatherer shows Canberra private works in the Federal Capital Territory rising in value from £22 000 9 1089-24 to £100 000 in 1934-38. Principal Designing Architect H Henderson outlined duties and valuations, noting department control over private projects and calls for reclassification to Chief Architect.
Turmoil spreads as warnings drive Protestants and Catholics from their homes in Belfast. Armed police guard moved furniture while arson spreads in streets. Lord Mayor and religious leaders urge peace as Conway Street school blazes. incident leaves Andrews in hospital and the death toll neven.
A note on a racing figure named Sydney who had a distinguished military career. He was involved with the Ha ace and tub clubs and served as secretary after the war, with details emerging from references to Moorefield Race Club and local hospital events.
A Berlin hearing cites Roman Catholic clergy and church figures accused of anti state utterances. Secret police ordered to monitor sermons and priests seen as disloyal may face concentration camp. Goering intensifies crackdown remarks.
Sydney reports detail a bail application in the murder case of William John Neilson of Wyangala. Crown Law officials discuss when the retrial may be heard as prosecutors and defense consider Cowra procedures. A railway detective testifies about the shooting incident and related actions.
A middle aged man named Robert Watson died after being crushed between buffers of two carriages during coupling at Eveleigh workshop. The incident occurred today and the deceased was reported as Walson in some records.
The region mourns Mrs Anorah Cartwright 73 at Button Road Queanbeyan with funeral at Gundarion Cemetery led by Rev Pathe O’Connor and M J O’Rourke in charge of arrangements. Also Bran tis Thomas Tyrie 42 of Tinderty died at Queanbeyan Hospital with funeral at Christ Church, Queanbeyan, conducted by Archdeacon Fthe.
An inquiry into wheat shortages faces delays as officials report incomplete data from key departments. The issue centers on supply gaps, pricing and distribution across regions, with lawmakers pressing for a detailed assessment and timely recommendations.
The piece notes the death of Mr H C Edmunds a longtime resident of the Bien Antiil Carnoala area. It mentions he had not engaged actively in public matters and that his passing occurred on Tuesday amid community concern. The notice reflects local reverence for a former longtime resident.
Judge Beeby of the Federal Arbitration Court denounces casual labour as a danger to society during a hearing on the Ship Painters and Dockers Union claim for a new award. He notes many men, up to about 1 000 in Sydney, compete for scarce ship painting jobs and argues casual labour undermines decent work opportunities.
The Hospital Advisory Committee proposes changes to an upcoming contributory tax plan. They seek elected board control, proxies for representatives, and board dismissal rules. The measure would extend free hospital treatment to isolated cases and reimburse expenses for temporary absences, aligning benefits with higher contribution rates.
The official in London outlined measures to shield the British Navy from aerial threats. He described improved aircraft defenses, upgraded armament, and reinforced security procedures under the national defense program.
A fragmented note outlines Canberra’s water supply planning with references to future projects and officials evaluating the system. The passage mentions Canberra and neighboring areas in a vague context of water management and infrastructure work.
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