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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 02, 1935

Page

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Sutcliffe's View on Leg Theory and Wicket Conditions

London diurnal reports Sutcliffe offering a detailed critique of leg theory in cricket. He cites Larwood, defends current wickets as fair, and predicts changes from a leg before rule shift. He questions concrete pitches and mentions Grimmett O'Reilly as world beaters if form holds.

London Mutcliffe England Yorkshire Maya Larwood Sutcliffe Freeman Grimmett Ratcliffe Grimmatt O'Reilly

Jubilee program for King's Jubilee at Parliament House

The official programme for the King George V Jubilee ceremony at Parliament House in Canberra outlines decorated environs and amplified arrangements for public viewing. Canberra City Band will lead, with schoolchildren, guides, and Boy Scouts assigned roles. Acting Prime Minister Earle Page, ministers, and the Speaker will greet the Governor-General and Viceroy at 10 25, followed by an address and two verses of the National Anthem sung by children and the public.

Parliament House George V Archdale Parkjill Uffintater Defence House Canberra Earle Page Olonat G. J. Bell Therandes Dr. Page Hip Hixcell Soy Echo O Chidren

Labourer to stand trial for house explosion in Redfern

Frank Dewsbury a 43 year old labourer was committed for trial in Sydney Central Court after an April gelignite blast at the House of David McGavin in Dowling Street Redfern. Witnesses testified Dewsbury claimed money was owed and threatened to “battle the house down” to recover it.

Sydney Dowling Street Redfern Frank Dewsbury Central Court Dewsbury David McGavin Detectivesergeant Leary Esctron Vareos Meapenenis Kemble McGavin Cemarei Acton Buckey Ar Ib McGavin Causeway Giles Street Mald Parliament Dewabury Kingstes HideGavin Emily McGavin Abe Maliotouily Rome

Antarctica Flight Plan Aims for Nonstop 2000 Miles

Sir Herbert Wilking seeks two pilots to join Lincoln Kilmworth for a possible first nonstop 2000 mile crossing of Antarctica. Interviews in Toronto and Western Canada target Canadian pilots, deemed best suited by experience in extreme alimitic conditions, with Russian pilots as a possible exception.

Toronto Herbert Wilking Canada Lincoln Kilmworth Antarctica

Jubilee Medals Announced for King George V Anniversary

The Royal Mint to strike Jubilee medals commemorating the twenty-fifth anniversary of King George V. Obverse shows the King and Queen modeled by Mr. Pency Metcalfe after a special sittings. Medals will be in two sizes with prices for large silver and small silver, plus gold options. Applications for copies and ordering details directed to Canberra GPO and The Royal Mint Melbourne.

George Canberra Ioyal Mint Melbourne

Jubilee Air Mail Flight Plan Details Mystery

A garbled OCR snippet mentions Sir Charles and a plane named Faith In Australis aiming to join the Jubilee Air Mail flight to New Remi. Charles states he would fly, but the fragment provides no clear date, route, or outcomes beyond intention to participate.

Sir Charles Australis Crom Bing Charles

Centenary Florins Fail Noted in Shaky Report

Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a failed issue of centenary florins with missteps in administration. The dated and precise details are unclear, but the context suggests a currency issuance problem affecting ongoing financial records. Further readable lines reference returns and remittance processes tied to the episode.

Boxer Wallace pleads guilty to bigamy charges

Boxer Douglas Wallace known as Rex Smith pleaded guilty to bigamy after two marriages. He told police he provided money to both wives. wife aged 17 at marriage and a second woman bore a child. He was remanded for sentencing to uncover further statements.

Douglas Wallace Woodad Wallace Rex Smith Bennions Manly i Bondi Welf New Zealand San Francisco Sydney Steward Ane

Resignation of Commonwealth Conciliation Commissioner Coneybeer

Melbourne reports acting Attorney General announced the resignation of EH Coneybeer, Conciliation Commissioner of the Commonwealth Arbitration Court. He faced a cheque trouble incident in Adelaide, was fined £19 with costs, and had his salary set at 41/200 a year with term ending soon after.

Melbourne Ienator Brennan EH. Coneybeer Commonwealth Arbitration Court Federal Executive ‘Council Coneyboor Waa Imim Adelaide Ee Tooigraths Aew

Woolstra Limited Place in Industry

Woolstra limited feasibility discussed by D H Wilton inspector of the Want Industry Research Associated League. Findings show wool to fibre ratio varies, fabrics with good handle appeal but inferior wearing life, and wool’s potential market edge due to price. Bradford manufacturers see possible industry niche if wool price rises.

London D. H. Wieton Want Tnduatrion Research Associated League Fan Australian Press’ Association Bradford Papraus Woolstra

Final Notice on Queanbeyan Coursing Club Rent

Joe noted as a key figure in the Queanbeyan P A Association meeting held Tuesday Eight. Members learned the Queanbeyan Coursing Club was four months in arrears on rent payments. The secretary said letters to the club yielded no safe solution. After discussion, the club was instructed to write again and threaten action. The lease terms set rent at £22 per week or 5 percent of gross takings, whichever is greater, payable to the Association on the Monday morning after the coursing meeting.

Joe Queanbeyan P Queanbeyan Coursing Club Ned Grable Diacusnion

Head of River Qualifying Heats At Parramatta

Fragmented report from the GP& championship heats lists Wermendey Boots King's Grammar and Shore as qualifiers for the final at Parramatta. First heat saw Boots defeat King's in narrow fashion. second heat featured Crem mar and Shore with Shore winning by a length in a swift eight seconds. Cold wind affected the race conditions as crews battled upriver and delays cluttered the start.

Rydney Wermendey Boots King’s Grammar Shore Parramatta Cremmar Wen High Paming Putney of. Seine

Moratorium debate and debt cases amid NSW broadcast

The Lang government faced questions on the Moratorium and debt review during a radio broadcast. Mr Stevens criticized the old moratorium for excluding debts to state institutions and highlighted a new mortgage tax under the Mortgagors Taxation Bill. He noted 117,000 indebted individuals and discussed proposed debt adjustment schemes. Meanwhile at a waterfront scene a tram accident left ten year old John Simpson with a severe arm injury, as rival school representatives clashed and a Razor blade incident marred the event.

Bydney Wodueadsy Precarer Lang New South Wales Stevent Concannan Teens Jerry John Simpson Pacramane Beveralaa Schon John Humphrey Roseville Humphrey

Indian Plot Trial Ends After Two Years

After a two year trial in Calcutta, 31 men were convicted by special witnesses of conspiracy to wage war against the King. Six received life transportation, three ten years, nine seven years, and four shorter terms. two were acquitted but re-arrested. Two who testified for the King were pardoned. The conspiracy aimed to provoke an armed uprising across India and Burma, with recruited men, explosives, and attempts to rescue imprisoned comrades.

Calcutta Wibness India Burma

Runaway Horses Drag Wagon After Foot Crushed

Adam Frasoe of Bt Peters suffered a severe foot injury when two horses pulling a wagon started racing after a car fright near Harria St Pyrmont. The driver Braser fell while trying to brake and the wagon passed over his foot. The team crashed into a parked car causing minor damage before leaping along the tram line until a bystander intervened with the brakes.

Sydney Adam Frasoe Bt. Peters Trorear Royal Bhow Harria Bt Pyrmont Braser Ware Tom Stamdatli Joseph Ilontim

Motor Strike Paralyzes Toledo and Cincinnati Plants

Detroit reports a strike at the Chevrolet motor factory in Toledo spreading to the Cincinnati plant where 2200 workers joined the strike. General Motors faces a nationwide walkout threat and the Fisher motor body works in Clare County closed, leaving 2000 workers unemployed.

Detroit Chevrolet Motor Toledo Hut Cininath Corday Lhetrike General Motors Fisher Motor Body Clare

Wool Sales Dip as German Trade Bias Grows Felt

The article notes reduced wool demand from South Africa as Jewish business leaders refrain from German dealings. it states 164000 bales available with new arrivals totaling 91400 from Australia and 42100 from New Zealand, signaling shifts in supply and market expectations.

Don Germany South Africa Australia New Zealand

Opening of Post Office at Manuka

Local opening of the Manuka Post Office and telephone service yesterday drew some public interest as residents competed for the first telegram and service options. The first postal note cost 6 shillings 6 pence, while the public telephone is less popular and may attract Department attention. Mail addressed to Manuka arrives by 9 am for delivery. business letters to other addresses reach the office by 10 10 pm, with optional mail forwarding to the office for delivery at 9 am for a rental box fee of 10 pence per month.

St Manuka Manuke Feterday Mise Yelland Manuka

Atlantic Race Entries Fall Short Over Scraped Text

The article reports no entries received for the Atlantic Race due to unclear scrapes and distortions in the Inland una s. It notes possible alterations in the Daily Tale and mentions expected views and experiments in Gomme, leaving the state of participation uncertain.

May Day Riots Across Europe Reported

May Day unrest erupts in Europe with France's riot at Tagnolat and revolver fire killing three. Madrid police force confined crowds, five Communists slain in Bulgaria village Antne, and about one hundred political prisoners released under amnesty.

London France Tagnolat Kaitana Madrid Roope Warn Aitnoun Atraeta Antne

Car Smash Before Boat Race In Sydney The Crash Aftermath

In Sydney a motor mishap occurred on the way to the boat race injuring several crew members. Crewmate Maal endured head injuries. Creager sustained painful injuries during the incident. The team nevertheless finished the race.

Sydney Mokke Parramatta Hal McKew Mustalne J. Freese Wefi Arma Indy Smaatad Maal Tena Creager Sok

Brisbane wool sales show strong demand and full clearances

The Brisbane wool sales today indicated solid performance with full clearance of offerings. Buyers operated actively as wool prices and demand appeared robust across lots presented.

Lancashire Accepts New Duties With Regrets

Manchester correspondent reports new Australian duty on cotton goods to start May 1. Lancashire traders accept Mr Lyons decision but voice disappointment at not extending time. matter to be discussed with Australian Ministers during their Manchester visit. Trade leaders note tougher factory conditions and hope Lyons is well received in Manchester.

London Manchester Daily Telegraph Mies Lancashire Lyons England Han Aince Runclan Legation Wall

Revival of Germanism in Australia Faces Debate

A fragmented report from Berlin cites Professor Muanhardt at Marburg addressing a national assembly. It notes a waning German influence in Australia and the push to preserve German culture despite wartime pressures and school policies.

Berlin Frofoscor Muanhardt Ate Veraity Marburg

Dunstan Denies Threat To Call Premier Conference

The report quotes Mr Dunstan denying claims of financial domination by One Commonwealth. He says he has not made such assertions and notes no decision to convene a Premiers conference. The Acting Premier of Tasmania proposed a meeting to discuss common interests and Australian federation challenges.

Melbourne Wednsaday Rebe Dunatan Major Podaral Treasurar Alwo Dent Commonwealth

Victorian Labour and NSW Elections Report From Midbourne

Deputy Leader of the Victoria Labour Party Mr Cain stated today he wrote to Labour candidates in New South Wales and would speak for broader Labour candidates. Mr Twinecliffe, head of the Parliamentary Labour Party, will accompany Mr Cain on the speaking tour.

Dust Storms Hit Region In Unclear Report

A fragmentary notice notes dust storms affecting areas with unclear impact and limited readable details about causes or responses. Further specifics are not available in the readable text.

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