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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 23, 1936
Page
4
Canberra forecast notes cloudy skies with scattered showers on the coast and tablelands, turning briefly fine over the weekend. Southeast coastal winds ease, then shift to lighter west and north directions later in the period.
A Canberra Times report notes Prime Minister Hughes at the Versailles Peace Conference asserts Australia will defend its sovereignty and new civilisation amid global opinion. It links Empire Day sentiments with protective policy, urging unified industry, rail, and trade aims to boost Australian prosperity and self reliance.
British industry faces wartime pressures as ministers push mobilization of foreign and domestic resources. Churchill notes global upheaval while MPs debate defense, aircraft needs, and the economy limit. Government plans on industrial expansion come under criticism for inadequacy and delay.
Sir Maurice Hankey, Secretary to the Committee of Imperial Defence, resuming evidence for the Arms Commission in London, warns private arms manufacture has risks and is not as sinister as some allege. He discusses allegations of touting and the need for rationalisation, noting wartime constraints and potential mobilization for national capacity.
A parliamentary incident reports that Captain Bracegirdie, military secretary to the vice-regal figure, was escorted into the members dining room after supper, prompting questions about discretionary invitations. Speaker Mr Ball said precedents allow some access, while ministers vowed further inquiry into why party privilege was extended.
The ninth annual Convent Ball drew a large crowd at Albert Hall last night to raise funds for the Good Samaritan Convent. Mrs J A Lyana led the ball committee with I Collopy and FA Mecre handling secretarial duties as Mrs W Smith oversaw the Ladies Committee. The event featured Carnations, decorative lighting, and music by Pogwon's Orchestra, with numerous parish and local figures listed among attendees.
Government pledges to submit a bounty proposal for local engine production. Projections show 1000 units this year rising to 13,000 next year and 30,000 then 40,000 in 1941. Imports of chassis from principal suppliers beyond Britain to be restricted to the same level as 10% prior.
Fragmented OCR text outlines tariffs and import limits tied to an Ottawa era agreement. References include discussions by Sir Henry Gullett, Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Mentions duties, compensation, and tariff board considerations amid parliamentary exchanges and ministerial briefings.
Mr Baldwin spoke for 45 minutes to back benchers in London urging unity and vigilance. He warned the government would need loyal support to survive cabinet changes and electoral tests while stressing democracy’s role in safeguarding peace in Europe and Britain's leadership among nations.
The Prime Minister Lyona announced that Parliament would adjourn until August 9 and be recalled later in August for a Premiers Conference likely in Adelaide. Arrangements are being made with state Premiers for the conference timing and venue.
Queanbeyan Municipal Council held a memorial meeting for late Alderman J G Harris after his death. Mayor Alan Eamon and others praised his long service, including efforts on water, electricity and riverage, and a proposed Harris Park memorial in Cooma. The motion to establish the park was carried with members standing.
A brief item reports on a local gathering titled Howoe jatives held last night at an unspecified venue. The notice mentions Get Tide and Bell participating, with references to a measure or amount of 2.74 and a figure 41, but the exact context remains unclear.
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