11 May 1935
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 11, 1935
Page
1
Britain moves to raise May production pressure as the Air Ministry seeks rapid coder and engineer output. Manufacturers push to meet new civil orders while government plans drastic civilian measures. A two year ramp up for gas masks and blackout lighting is proposed in Parliament.
Rosy Makinson, 24, reportedly attempted suicide by cutting her throat in a Police Station cell in Sydney. She had earlier been sentenced on charges related to bed and alcohol, with remand ordered. Other charges and dates appear in fragmented notes from the same report.
Fragmentary article notes a memorial tablet for a director at Wash Soler Observatory, mentioning Dr. W Garey Dut and plans at a mountain site. Text is garbled with uncertain names and locations, but indicates a commemorative inscription and recognition of a longtime associate.
A garbled report describes a lottery scam tied to the mails with mentions of refunds and a person identified as Rucesvalt who appeared yesterday. The text is severely damaged but implies a scheme collecting money through promised prizes and fast payments.
Canberra Council pushes for major reform of hospital governance with a nine member Board of Management. The proposal, drawn from Hospital Advisory Committees, would include four elected members, four nominated by government, and a government appointed chair, aiming to place the hospital under comprehensive public control. The plan links election timing with the Advisory Council and urges prompt action to align funding with governance.
London officials remain worried about the Abyssinian situation as Signor Mussolini faces immense difficulties in Eritrea and the Mallen Somat land theater. Troops require proper concentration facilities and garrisons have already suffered heavy casualties from sickness and bombardment.
London's streets erupted in delirious cheers outside Buckingham Palace as Emperor and royal family appeared amid dense crowding. Police closed gates to manage a crush while King waved and acknowledged chants amid wartime tensions and a Geneva accord backdrop.
In a standout county cricket contest Middlesex bowled well with Robson taking five Lancashire wickets for 10. Pollard also claimed five for 10 for Lancashire. Middlesex 185 for 5 declared toppled Lancashire 168 and 78, with Robins and Watt delivering key blows and Roblaw hitting the winning six.
Commonwealth plans to ratify three of the four ILO conventions. Rules would bar under 14s from shipwork, require masters to keep birth registers for under 16s, and limit under 18s to specific duties with medical certificates valid for one year. Indemnity provisions cover seamen in case of shipwrecks or loss.
Fragmented OCR text notes Prague government actions and tensions with Berlin over territory and refugees. Attributions are unclear, but the report references Prague demands and related political maneuvers involving German authorities. Further readable details are inconsistent.
A Canberra case reveals Mrs. Outfield returned money from an unapportioned donation tied to the Big Pour affair. Lady Hirst had an interest in the project, and the Duffield funds plus interest were placed in a special bank account for social welfare maternity care.
Fragmentary text depicts a crowded scene with fainting women and authorities preparing for a Saturday outcome. References to Rae and Croan, a distant person, and a possible contest or seating arrangement are present but unclear.
Fragmented OCR summary describes a ceremony at Westminster Hall with the King and Queen in formal dress. It notes the loyal address from both Houses and a public speech by Lord Sankey. The Queen wore a white gown with crystal embroidery. The King wore a military uniform. cheers greeted his entrance.
Figures show a revenue over expenditure improvement of £1,044,000 by end of last month, with ten month receipts reaching £61,229,200 and expenditure £640,708. Major boosts came from customs and inland revenue, while post office revenue rose. pensions and social grants increased payments to meet higher demand for revenue earning services.
Light car trials will be held on Avenue with forty cars from Sydney. A team of drivers from Melariam will be participating.
The Canberra Poppy Day Appeal reports receipts and expenditure totaling £378 16s 10d, with funds to be handed to the Trustees of ia RA and BLA, Diatroen Fund. Treasurers Parsons and Andrews explain delays due to holidays and outstanding accounts, urging subscribers to recognize the effort and recalling 23 years of remembrance and sacrifice by those who served.
Seer emurailay and Mrs yun attended a Buckingham Palace State Dinner after Dominion, with Mrs Lyons wearing a velvet gown and a jeweled trail. The first floor dining room glowed with brilliant gold plate from Windsor Castle on display while spring flowers filled the room.
Bob Watt, a well known Victorian aviator, landed his De Soutter monoplane on one wheel at Mavenden Aerodrome after the undercarriage failed. The craft tipped, the propeller tore, and a wing bent but Watt and his passenger were uninjured. Witnesses said the landing was near perfect and rare.
An inquest into the death of Paul Drasdoff, a Rumian shopkeeper in Way-Theru, heard Detective-Sergeant B. R. Gordon testify Warburton was linked to a Liverpool garage hold up. Witnesses described a revolver, gloves, and a gunfire incident, with allegations Warburton was among several armed men. Mrs Lydia Dradoff testified to suspicious activity before the murder, and the coroner ruled Drasdoff’s death a felonious bullet wound initiated by Lonlie George Warburton, who was committed for trial.
British and Australian officials report progress on Article 10 and related Ottawa discussions. Australia defends its textile actions while Canada and New Zealand seek clarity ahead of an Empire stance on European affairs. Imperial Conference aims for London in 1936 to 1937 as Dominion leaders pursue a united front.
A formal exchange with Minoru and Dr Earle Page discussed wartime hospitality and the evolving friendship between Australia and Japan. The Japanese response emphasized reciprocal respects and hopes for ongoing cooperation under postwar norms and mutual goodwill.
Five rinks from Queanbeyan Bowling Club will compete in a local meet. Names Gibes Hui Wormald Clark Care Mammand Campbell are listed as participants. The fragment mentions Sonberra Chute and For rest-Adsrehaus with unclear details about date or venue.
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