29 Jun 1935
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1935
Page
1
The article notes Mussolini seeks independence for Abyssinia policy and signals willingness to leave the League if opposed. It discusses Rome’s diplomatic stance and the intention to avoid military solutions while pressing for a non League path.
The removal of 10 000 volumes begins Monday under Department of the Interior supervision. Books move in three foot trays with one length per tray and four tray series in transit. Parliament and Legislative works stay at Parliament House. some sections are packed for reallocation, with about eight weeks expected to complete and reopen before Parliament meets. Canberra borrowers are reminded to return books by June 20 or face fines.
Wimbledon reports sixteen players from an initial 128 entries remaining in the men's singles. Crawford McGrath Hopman lead the survivors, with detailed results from round matches and notable upsets shaping the field.
Air Vice-Marshal Williams outlined Australia's air defence expansion over the next year. He said a further squadron would be formed at Richmond and Laverton to strengthen forces, with the Wapitis at Richmond replaced by Hawker Demons as high speed aircraft join the fleet.
Mr FR Tarrant arrived in Sydney aboard the Themiatoe after studying tobacco in South Africa for the Queensland Government. He says Australian tobacco has limited success due to late maturity and nonmaturation before manufacture and urges the Queensland Government to favor inland cultivation about 250 to 300 miles from the sea at roughly 300 feet elevation. He believes the industry holds future potential.
Fragmentary note outlines Britain facing security threats and the need to rebuild defences. It references coordinated sweeps and surveillance efforts as part of securing national safety. The text suggests urgent action by authorities to address evolving risks.
Report says the king will return to London tomorrow after a three week rest abroad. Medical advisers deem his recovery satisfactory after Jubilee celebrations. He is set to review royal duties and attend to services as part of a staged return.
Premier Laval guides discussions with Mr. Eden on a joint approach to key questions. Both Great Britain and France aim to align efforts toward implementing the February program. Laval notes conversations with Elguor Muaso and stresses continued examination of unfinished topics.
Miss Ebert clinched the championship after advancing through heats. The event showcased rising talent and competitive play among regional golf associates.
Paris reports France plans a large budget deficit and authorizes 42.25 million pounds for land and sea forces. It seeks 9.5 million for munitions, 24 million for air, 3.6 million for modernising ships, and 10 million for new aircraft plus 6.5 million for parts and mobilisation. The bills are seen as France's reply to the pact.
Mr Lyons and his wife urged the Pope to mobilize world aid and justice to improve distribution of life’s necessities for the poor. They pressed for increased consumption to curb restrictive production and enhance national health, noting Australia’s advantage over Britain and Italy. The Pope showed interest and asked for a memorandum.
A London dispatch reports on Malcolm MacDonald's centenary visit to Australia. He argues British democratic ideals require broader dominion support to resist jungle-law and communism, warning that a lone Britain may be powerless unless allied with strong dominions to speak for vast populations.
Albert Hall draft plans from the Treasury propose a large supplementary dining hall attached to the end of the existing structure. The addition would ease repeated supper sittings and improve access for entertaining functions while preserving architectural balance by not enclosing a new colonnade.
A government dominated debate on fruit markets cites lifting the New Zealand embargo on Australian fruit and possible allowances for purchases. New Zealand apples were discussed for import into Russia while Australian fruit faced New Zealand restrictions. The conference approved sending a representative to the Communion to press for relief and an inquiry into foreign fruit imports.
In Rome on Thursday Mr Lyons met Mussolini at the Foreign Office. The meeting contrasted the dictator with a vigorous but cordial tone as they discussed Australia's progress and Italy. The Lyons party, joined by Archbishop Cattaneo, toured the city and viewed ancient ruins and an outdoor violin orchestra before planning to travel to Milan the next day.
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From Sydney on Friday a launch carrying three persons was dashed against rocks in heavy surf. A woman on board stripped to nearly nothing before diving into the boiling water and swimming to shore. Two men managed to reach the rocks and then the beach safely. The launch broke apart as a large wave buried it. The fate of the remaining female passenger was not known by nightfall. Police instructed to withhold details from the press.
The W76th Btale Lottery drawn today in Sydney with Friday numbers listed and results announced for winners.
More than 100 people are killed by man-eating tigers terrorising Barhampur area in Orissa province. Tigers enter homes in daylight and abduct laborers, eluding local hunters. Government urges organized shooting, offering rewards for each tiger killed.
At Melbourne Poller Court on Friday May I F A Kiva Patton of Caulfield faces charges of obtaining money via questionable methods from the Caulfield Benevolent Society. Prosecution notes show society approval sought for Patton while treasurer Ruby Evans testified she received no approved funds and warned of threats if issues arose.
H Ténnane employed at Chatswood for the Water Board had a tick bite on December 31. The tick was removed days later at hospital. The Workers' Compensation Commission awarded Linnane £1/11 per week for eight weeks plus allowances. It marked the first such case in Australia.
Tokyo reports Peiping is under martial law amid North China tensions. Chinese troops are said to be advancing with scattered listings as authorities enforce security measures following a political agreement.
The middle aged owner of a amusement business was sentenced to death in a sensational New York case. A female employee’s murder led to a verdict against a driver who struck the victim with a car several times. Insurance of 1000 dollars was involved. Lewmar Scarnich, a gangster, had been convicted earlier in a related case.
Government cars are brought into service with the Armstrani regiment at the siderey eae facility, marking an expansion of military transport capabilities. The report notes the acquisition aligns with broader defense modernization efforts and lists the involved procurement and logistics steps.
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