Baldwin Tipped for Prime Ministership
London reports Mr Branley Baldwin met King and would be fifth minister in days. The Daily Telegraph notes a possible reconstruction of the government and suggests Baldwin’s ascent in the lobbies.
22 May 1935
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 22, 1935
Page
1
London reports Mr Branley Baldwin met King and would be fifth minister in days. The Daily Telegraph notes a possible reconstruction of the government and suggests Baldwin’s ascent in the lobbies.
Canberra Dairy Society Ltd is near completing a unified control plan for distributing milk in Canberra. By buying from local dairies at production cost and overseeing distribution, the society aims to lower prices and provide a penny per quart savings to consumers once operative. The scheme follows efforts by the Canberra Dairymen Association over the past thirty months.
London reporters say Australian ministers show limited progress in meat trade talks with Britain but warn negotiations must continue to avoid collapse. Prime tones from Mr Lyons and Mr Thomas reveal entrenched positions, while New Zealand circles urge a united empire approach to resolve agricultural disputes and safeguard export trade with the empire.
The fragmentary OCR reads as a cryptic note about a feature related to heart health. It mentions agreement and page reference P07 with six of all items in an ott context, but lacks clear persons, organizations, or events to identify a specific news item.
A dog led rescuers to an injured boy on a mountain trail after a fall. The dog guided responders to the location, enabling aid and swift transport to a hospital for treatment.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a Dope blessing a king and a Queen of Engler with unclear phrasing. Readable names are scarce. no clear events, places, dates, or organizations emerge from the fragment.
In Cherleville Supreme Court, George Philip Ryan faced trial on charges of attempted murder and wounding Dr. Arthur Roper. The defense noted the prisoner's troubled family history, with multiple births and deaths, and evidence of nervous impairment from Dr. Roper’s care. The case included a disputed claim of poisoning and a failed munition incident.
Fire swept the eldest wing of the Newmarket Jumping Club destroying the writing room near the king’s guest apartment. Four fire brigades battled flames rising 70 feet as relics, trophies, tapestries, and paintings were lost, with extensive damage to rooms and decor. Authorities valued the loss in the thousands of pounds with many artifacts saved or burned.
Derbyshire defeated Oxford by ten wickets after 40 and 202 in the county match with Newry taking 54 and Copson 4 for 43. Lancashire beat opponents by completing 124 with Perks taking 8 for 44 and then 1 for 198 with Washbrook and Hopwood both not out, finishing the game.
Four miners were badly injured in an explosion near a rough track. Guiding fire ringed the area and Ge Fenton, Bolden Eye and others worked to reach and assist the victims. Authorities investigated the blast site and conditions at the mine.
Rain stopped big match. Miscellaneous scores show Worcestershire 187 and 133 by nine wickets, Nottingham 42 and 334 with Walker 15 and Hollies 4 for 381, Kent 169 and 483 with Parks 101 not out, Northants 365, Hampire 219 with Mead 52 not out, minor counties 160 and 2 for 79, Cambridge University 185, and no play between MLC.C. and North Africa due to rain.
Melbourne voices support for a Richardson Grimmett testimonial match. Woodfull and Ponsford express willingness to participate and the game is expected to be staged early in Getobar with nine players likely to be invited.
A fragmentary note references a South African match between teams with unclear timing and venue. No clear date or result is provided.
Air Accidents Investigation Commission members arrived from Melbourne to survey the Southam Cross masking evidence. The inquiry is expected to be held publicly with hearings at the Commonwealth Bank tomorrow, as authorities prepare to take evidence.
The Ethiopian Emperor denounces Italy for massing troops and war materials on Abyssinian frontiers and faults Italy for seeking impartial examination. He requests the League to halt Italy's military preparations and to set a neutral zone while urging an impartial full inquiry into incidents since November 29.
In Petersham today at the poll declaration Measra Bhee han and Colbourne of the Federal Labour exchanged recriminations. Bhoshan blamed defeat on a political body pushing an anaemic policy. Colbourne attacked Lang Labour and claimed the party faced defeat to save Labour. Lang blamed the unemployed for his loss.
In parliamentary discussions, Ramsay MacDonald is expected to move to a less arduous post while Baldwin is indicated as taking the prime ministership. Other changes are said to depend on various sources and pages.
A Newtown poll debate reshapes NSW Labour leadership as Lang is replaced. Rumors say J. 5. Bug proposed Dunn or McGirr to lead, citing Lang as a stumbling block to Labour's success. Burke triumphs but WAP quarrels over policy versus Lang's name.
Fragmented text notes reforms within the United Australia Party in Melbourne Victoria. Mentions potential shifts in leadership, declining party unity, and strategic moves ahead of an upcoming or recent parliamentary context.
Broadbent weighs a bold maneuver to set a record in Australia as campaign plans intensify. The goal appears tied to a major climb or stretch in the route, with supporters and observers watching closely.
The Sunday Sport case drags Presbyterian schools into a church versus state clash as Assembly members rail against allowing boys to play non organised games on Sunday. Ray A J Carter denounces Lord's Day sport while C B MeAtping and Brian Fuller defend healthy exercise over classroom work in the Kok College matter.
The Sustentation Fund Committee presented to the Presbyterian Assembly a report noting increased stipends during the year and urging funding changes. It recommends a five year levy on congregations for stipends of 4400 and manee with a 5 percent surcharge, directing funds to poorer parishes.
Fragmentary OCR yields a garbled tale mentioning a Cooma girl and a vague clash of names. The readable bits suggest a dramatic or accounts-like note with references to farming, a bargia Lavenir, and an apprentice Lang aid, but the center of action is obscured by errors.
A royal tribute praised Lawrence for services to the country as the King spoke on a new milk distribution scheme. Milk will be delivered to Canberra households at 7d per quart under the forthcoming year's committee slate including Mestre Murray and Nielson among others.
In a terse notice the Wag Amassed area reports a train smash involving corespondent and several named parties. The brief item notes injuries and ongoing investigations, with authorities urging caution and detailing nearby railward disruptions.
McGrath and Mademoiselle Horner lost to Rawulta-Feret and Goronitchsnko 7-8 6-2 in mixed doubles. Crawford and Quist advanced with a walkover from Tetraille and Rimat in the men's doubles.
Sydney report notes a conflict between two roles creating incompatibility. A medical practitioner elected as director may retain honorary director status but must vacate the professional role to avoid ongoing conflict. The commission suggests registration implications if the dual positions continue.
A fragmented report states a claim for £10000 alleging assault and false custody involving a defendant company. The plaintiff Naylor accuses the company of complicity and mistreatment, with demurrals and procedural references noted amid unclear details.
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