22 May 1936
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 22, 1936
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR outlines government talk on stipends for servants and pensioning, with references to a Canberra issue and transfer of families. It notes calls for pre-tranching actions as youth near eligibility and concerns over wartime conditions and economic support.
Community leaders and the Canberra Chamber of Commerce bid farewell to Mr White in a banquet. Watson of the Returned Club praised his long service from Bungendore and Queanbeyan to his role as manager, noting his keen support for local movements and banking services.
A government backed compromise on cement duties, similar to a rejected Senate proposal, passed in the House by a 3% to 27 vote. The amendment keeps the British cement duty in place until December 1, then reviews a possible abolition, with ministers arguing it safeguards consumers and local industry. The debate touched Ottawa Agreement concerns and tariff board findings, while politicians clashed over timing and impact.
Fragmented text reports a discussion in the House of representatives about a proposed duty on British cement until December, with remarks by ministers including the Prime Minister and Customs Minister. It notes the Commonwealth Government seeking leeway under Ottawa Agreement, divisions over the amendment, and references to Senator Poll and other figures. The document appears as a garbled transcription of a parliamentary debate.
Reported government plan to appoint a Victorian with no industrial experience as chairman unsettles unions in Canberra. A Labour member questioned Prime Minister Lyons about the choice while the acting Attorney-General announced the board will remain temporarily in place.
London reports a Morning Post diplomatic view that Mussolini aims for friendly ties with Britain but will demand safeguards for British interests in Africa. Italy would pledge not to oppose British interests in Egypt if Britain accepts the condition. Paris notes Grandi received instructions to explain Britain’s stance and signals Mussolini may not extend operations in North Africa, offering to withdraw Libyan troops if Britain agrees.
Senate and House debate over reducing tariff duties to match Intermediate tariff rates for certain articles. Ministers resist, citing impact on Australian manufacturers and motor industry. Requests to admit fabricated panels under by law disputed, with concerns about broader industry effects and future decisions.
A British special representative reports that Italy has signaled Britain and France to withdraw reinforcements from the Abyssinian legation guards. Britain is urged to remove the Punjab company. the regular British guard may stay. France is urged to withdraw the 190 troops sent to Dire Dawa in October.
A man was killed when a tree log rolled onto him during logging work. Coreneat and his brother were nearby as the accident occurred near the logging site, authorities said.
London Thursday report says a ship chartered at Sas Palmas by The Daily Mail hunted the Salvage Islands for the pirate vessel Girl Pat, but found no trace of the missing craft.
In the House of Commons today Anthony Eden faced questions about the Italian military attaché in London and possible recall. Eden defended his Monday Home Office statement on US ammunition allegedly supplied to Ethiopians, saying the charges were fabricated and confident his statement protects the British government and industry.
Fascist schools opened in Addis Ababa two days after the Its and arrivals. Children were taught under the Fweciat salute as schools offer education while some slave children are excluded. Italian officials supply clothes to many children amid segregation based on hereditary disease.
Thureda, president of the Vie wer an ADP, stated the expulsion of Mr. J. Garden could affect federal labour unity. Victoria urged New South Wales to avoid dissipating energy in internecine disputes as the federation tightens after recent gains.
Canberra informed the Australian Labor movement that NSW executive expelled Mr J Garden. The Labor party formed a special sub committee including members Curio Okie Rosavear Bell Lamnacti and others to review the decision and report back to the full party for consideration. Garden was not present during the notice.
Fragmented OCR text suggests possible cabinet reshuffle discussions in Britain with anticipated changes. No clear names, dates, or events are decipherable due to unreadable source.
In a heated House session Speaker Forde pressed the Government on a planned 4.5 percent rise in overdraft rates by trading banks from July as fixed deposit rates had already increased in March. Treasurer and Commonwealth Bank officials were questioned, but no clear action or intentions were disclosed.
The article discusses concerns over weak defenses, criticizing fan uniforms and display, while arguing Australia needs a robust air force and up-to-date equipment. It notes debates in Parliament on naval strength, training adequacy, and proposed defense funding, with emphasis on mobilizing militia and improving personnel readiness.
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