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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 29, 1935
Page
4
Weather data for Queanbeyan and Canberra region shows temperatures, wind, and rainfall totals for the current year. Max and min temperatures, rainfall amounts by month, and year-to-date totals are listed with dates such as March 20 and March 22.
Two railway accidents at Cootamundra yards left nine dead in rapid succession. Roy Jaca was crushed by a double Hecht engine while trying to move a tricycle onto the line and dodging the approaching train. A second worker, an angie driver named Sarge, slipped while shunting and was injured as a wheel ran over his right foot, risking a thigh fracture.
At the Wemington yard on Monday 47 000 sheep and lambs were offered and sold. Yard quality was fair with 40 prime descriptions and many cattle prices around 180 per head. General stock ranged with inferior cows and wethers in large supply and prices drifting slightly for some lines while others held firm.
A fragmented report describes Eden arriving in Moscow by special coach amid a platform ceremony with Soviet troops and British officials. It notes musical performances and praise for Eden, with plans for further meetings and events this afternoon.
His Exvellongy the Governor-General died at thewting of the Meclore tive Cound hrkd at Government Home Canberra. His Exvellongy attended by the Military and Official Secretary was present at the ninth annual Congress of the Federal Capital Territory Branch of the Returned Sailors and Soldiers Imperial League of Australia at the mere Hall posts day evening addressing attending the Congress.
Lapve Guéray arrives in Canberra at 10 p.m. on the 20th, marking a notable transit through the city. The event situates Guéray within ongoing movements and travel patterns influencing local activity and future schedules.
Canberra region forecast shows morning mist with frost on the southern tablelands, isolated showers, otherwise improving to warm conditions. Light south east to east winds accompany the day.
The Commonwealth Parliament will forward an loyalty address to King George V marking the 50th anniversary of his accession. The piece notes enduring Australian loyalty, the monarch’s leadership through wars and peace, and anticipates jubilee celebrations with Parliament’s address preceding the public festivities.
Turmoil erupts in parliament as two senators face suspension amid heated exchanges over government policy on shale oil and mining. The clash centers on adjournment moves and demands for accountability, with calls for resignations and divisions among Labour and Opposition ranks.
Former War Industries Board chair Baruch told the Senate Munitions Committee that windfall profits and trust influence should be curbed. He cited his wartime holdings of about 6.8 million dollars and proposed wage and price restrictions. He urged a broad tax and price clamp to cap individual profits at ten thousand dollars annually.
IEANBEYAN STOCK a SALES IEANBEYAN STOCK a SALES Wooden and Cuibonnere Lad report paving yarde at the Municipal daleyards yesterday. About 3,000 sheep and cattle were offered by private treaty and auction. Prices ranged for merino sheep and ewes, weaners, and cattle with an average of £3 10s. Rumor says next sale will be at Canberra when 4,000 sheep and cattle will be offered.
The Governor-General Sir Joner Ingwea praised the RABU of A and urged returned soldiers to join Life League. He lauded the agenda, annual report, and documents, noting the war's lasting impact on veterans and urging full support for League aid while condemning lingering economic hardship and disability burdens.
The text discusses urging the government to provide improved sleeper accommodation for travelers from the Federal Capital Territory. It notes support from Mr FB Dawkins and Mr A J Bullwan and references a recommendation by L Teetitetreye. The discussion covers railway car services and calls for extended facilities, with mentions of Information, Intelligence, and Be Peesial tren Reaters world Barvice.
The House of Representatives battles over privilege as Mr Blain and Mr Blankmore clash with Prime Minister Dr Page. Members debate withdrawal of motion, adjournment, and a gag on discussion while focusing on meat and butter export restrictions and the December tariff schedule affecting imports and Australian industry.
The Prometheus issue on sale at 12 am features Canberran writers and political satire. It includes poetry by Heine translations, a sharp critique of democracy, and notes on distribution across government departments and media agencies.
In Sydney on Thursday the Association urged the Commonwealth Government to amend the Australian Industries Protection Act. The mover and J. McEwan of Cenewintire urged freight charges of 12 a ton while others faced 24/8 per bag. The conference sought postal voting secrecy reforms after ballots were questioned in Water Board elections.
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