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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Nov 12, 1934

Page

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Armistice Day Ceremonies Across Parliament Grounds

Impressive Armistice Day ceremonies mark the day with a Field of Remembrance cenotaph near Parliament House. Wreaths placed by Governor-General and Prime Minister followed by a two minute silence and The Last Post. Canberra observers and officials attend a second ceremony at Albert Park with a march and concert.

Hisae Albert Mallem Canberra Pervite M. Hughes Parliament House Fusik T. Paul Br. J. ‘Lyona W. M. Hughes Hughey T. Paterson Mindue Re G. Camry J. W. Beullin Bruin Pll Lynch Senate Lynch Air Garrett Crutchley United Kingdom Major D'Arcy Heturned Soldiers League Barlisment House Ministee Sir Jaac Lance Aont Lady Isaacs T. W. White Hallsmant J. H. Scullin Bir Garbett F. G. Casey P. J. Lynch House of Representatives Mfr W Parker

Armistice Day address at Albert Hall by Hughes remarks

Law or war Mr Hughes states alternatives and presents a farewell message on Armistice Day. His Excellency the Governor and Mr Hughes deliver stirring pages at the citizens service. The Field of Remembrance ceremony honors fallen heroes with laurels and poppies as a tribute to civilization and loyalty to king and country.

Geterdl WM. Hughes Citizens’ Service The Albert Hall Hughes Vis Tim Pierge Tor

Armistice Day Service in Sydney Draws Big Crowd

In Sydney a cenotaph ceremony drew about 0,000 people near Martin Place. Governor Sir Philip Game and Premier Mr Stevens attended with ministers and lawmakers. Flags fluttered as soldiers and civilians observed a solemn Last Post and wreaths. A heavy shower followed, but the crowd remained, while echoes of peace and political action urged continued effort toward global concord.

Sydney Sunda Martin Plage New South Water Game Lallore Imperial League Aydney Sir Philip Game Mr. Stevens Philip Game

Shrine of Remembrance Dedication by Duke of Gloucester

The Duke of Gloucester dedicates Melbourne’s Shrine of Remembrance during a grand Cen tenary ceremony. A large crowd attended as naval air and army uniforms filled the scene. The duke inspects the shrine interior after laying a wreath and delivering a reverent dedicatory address honoring service members.

Melbourne Duke OF Gloucester

Record Poppy Sales Amid Rain in London

London reports record poppy sales despite persistent rain. The event drew crowds to central fundraising centers with volunteers and committees coordinating distribution and donations across the city.

London

A solemn anniversary speech on spiritual victory and peace

Mr W M Hughen spoke on the anniversary commemorating history’s turning point and the hope for a future free from war. He recalled wartime memories, the public’s emotional revival, and urged a purified global conscience and stronger international morality toward lasting peace.

London Hal Mr. Hughes League of Netlons Bunat Maxwell Salvation Army Australia Europe

Paris Scandal Trading in War Damage Claims

Paris reports a financial scandal centering on Joseph Deby, director of a firm that purchases war damage compensation claims. Claims assignees allegedly pledged bonds to cover private debts, risking about a million pounds in losses.

Paris Eay Mly Joseph Deby Bonda M. Laby

Mussolini unveils Italian corporative system in major ceremony

In Rome Sunday Signor Mussolini described the corporative movement as the most important event in Italian history. He said 22 corporations would cover all industries and professions under a new plan to unify labor and social reform. A ceremony in Junos Caesnar Hall drew 823 delegates including ministers, MPs and five women.

Signor Mussolini Duce Italy Junos Caesnar Hall Assistera Signor Munsolini Chamber of Deputies Julius Cassar Bignor Jussolin Caeser Mpd Ower

King Jubilee Medals To Be Struck In Silver and Gold

A royal commemorative medal program announced by the Royal Mint marks the next year's twenty fifth anniversary of the King's accession. Medals will be produced in two sizes, silver two and a quarter inches and gold one and three quarters inches, priced at one guinea for the silver and around two shillings for the gold, with special orders available.

London Royal Mint Guinea

Churchill urges state monopoly on arms as war prep expands

London report notes debate in Parliament on prohibiting private armament and creating a state monopoly while Britain readies defence production. Churchill warns Germany could be mobilized to produce weapons at will, contrasting Britain’s preparedness with other nations on the eve of renewed conflict.

London Baturany Communa Yeaterday Mfr Winston Churchill Germany France Churchill Britain

Terror in Saar report to League council Geneva

A leaked Saar territory report to the League of Nations accuses the Deutsche Front of being the Nazi party. It warns that threats and denunciations target residents, with German authorities allegedly tolerating persecution. The document cites comments from Mr Knox’s former butler and notes alleged German government support.

Geneva G.G. Knox League of Nations Saar League Anya Voluntary Labour Service Nasi Snd Cevidenis Sasr Hias Wilder Spirit Supar-Apy arguman|Uoh Cwady Knox Garman

Ramsay MacDonald Seeks Realistic Peace in Disarmament Debate

In a speech at the Lord Mayor's Banquet, Ramsay MacDonald defended Britain's policy of peace and cautioned that mere disarmament without robust understandings could invite instability. He urged a practical approach including naval talks with the United States and Japan, stressing the need to meet defence requirements while pursuing international agreements.

Britain Ramsay MacDonald MacDonald House of Commons Nyanguet Pnp Man International Arma Jtranco Italy Marveillenet Downing Street Europe

World Press Melbourne Conference Postponed

Melbourne World Press Conference set for March 26 in Melbourne has been postponed due to world economic conditions and date conflicts with the Empire Press Union. A future date will be chosen when general business improves. The delay is expected to benefit the Press Congress and its membership.

Columbia Mias Melbourne Empire Press Union Mel ‘Bourne

Electric Locos Large Order by American Company

New York Saturday The Philadelphia Pennsylvania Railway Company announced an order for 87 streamlined electric locomotives billed as the most powerful ever built. The engines are to operate at speeds around 90 miles per hour and will be fitted with all modern standers.

New York Philadelphia Pennsylvania, Railway Company Today Streamsline United ‘States

German trade declines as imports fall in three months

Berlin reports a 30 percent drop in imports for the quarter ending September 30, mainly due to restrictive policy. Wool from Australia falls 62 percent and cotton from India 35 percent, while imports from most European nations rise 1 percent excluding Britain. Exports to Britain drop 18 percent.

Berlin Germany Overaais Australia South Africa Andia Britain

Trans Pacific Ulm to explore air service

TRANS PACIFIC Ulm to explore air service London Sunday 5 Means CT P Tin and Gene Littlejobs sail on the Ascania from Southampton for Montreal. Ulm plans to reach Melbourne by November 27, then to Australia via Vancouver San Francisco Honolulu Suva Auckland and Sydney. The aim is to establish a Pacific air route for passengers and mail. He notes initial service would branch from Australia beyond Honolulu. The aeroplane is currently capable of non stop Honolulu to America, but price reliability of seadromes is unclear.

London P. Tin Gene Littlejobs Sonvoy Plang Ascania Southampton Montreal Mr. Ulm Dominion Vancouver San Francisco Honolulu Suva Auckland Sydney Melbourn Australia Pacific Air Service Honolul America

Dutch Mail Flight Over Atlantic Erratic Fragments

A distorted OCR item describes a Dutch mail flight over the Atlantic with a four member crew, mentioning routes toward Cape Verde and Crom Hane, but the text is garbled and hard to parse for specifics.

Atlantic

Kingsford Smith Suit Settled in Los Angeles

A settlement reached in Los Angeles ended a dispute involving Catton and the Southern Crows. Catton's attorney described the sum as satisfactory, while Sir Charien Kingatursi Smith's lawyer Leu Goodman called it nominal.

Los Angeles Aunilay Catton Charien Kingatursi Smith Leu Goodman

New Flight Hopes Mark Cathcart Jones Record

Cathcart Jones states he hopes to make a record breaking flight to South Africa within a month.

Cathcart Jones London Cathesrt Jones South Africa

Lucknow Survivor Deaths Amid Mutiny Memory

A late surviving Lucknow resident dies in Calcutta while the Mutiny era is remembered. The funeral with military honours marks a long life’s link to 1857 events. Lincoln, a Lucknow lawyer, became a notable survivor among eight people connected to the siege.

Calcutta Lucknow Brilint Frederick George Linca Lincoln Wasander

Risk of War View by Lloyd George in War Memoirs

Mr. Lloyd George argues that war educates nations about its horrors and must be remembered for generations. He stresses defense readiness and cautions against complacency, urging careful preparation to prevent future calamities. Mrs. Lloyd George comments that John Simon’s memoirs may reveal fewer details, aiding his political stance.

London Lingde Tay Deorge Ava Hin Chikkon John Sinon Linyd George Wait Wien John Sion

Australia Women Golf Team Headlines and Players

Fragmentary OCR suggests a women golf item referencing Australia and New England with possible nickname The Larties. Remaining readable details are insufficient to identify event date, venue, or outcomes. core entities appear to be national team and a referenced group or players.

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