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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Nov 17, 1934

Page

1

Unruly Black Shirts Clash at Plymouth Meeting

London reports detail a mob of nine black shirt militants clashing during a Plymouth gathering on October 1. Prosecution alleges attacks, including against Vie Matias, with claims of metal bodygear and knuckles welded with toe. Mussed lines link to William Joyce propaganda links and fascist tensions in a politically charged trial.

London Aktour Tay Ncitine Plymouth Donald Bosley Vie Matias Milo Orsaid Musley Ana Wiliam Joyce Fareit Mosley Jai Strong

Country Party Bulletin on Cabinet Absence and Policy

The Weekly Bulletin of the Country Party notes the new government faces hurdles from the Prime Minister's Cabinet absence and cabinet reshuffles. It highlights political challenges, calls for tackling a wide policy range, and expresses personal disappointment among Country Party members.

Sydney Friany Bulletin Era Country Party Rward

German request for amoral test at 1938 Olympic Games

Report notes German authorities seek an assurance regarding Jewish athletes in the 1938 Olympic Games in Brisbane style coverage. The article hints at proposed changes in location and potential barriers affecting Jewish competitors, amid wartime tensions.

Prime Minister Expected Back in Canberra Monday

Reports say Prime Minister Lyuma is due to return to Canberra on Monday. Earle Page, who left for Sydney, will visit the Drinte r at St Vincent's hospital.

Lyuma Canberra Mig Lyons Earle Page Bt. Vincent's Hospital

German Attitude to Japan Reported by Ambassador

The Japanese Ambassador to Berlin, Mr Nigul, returned to Tokyo on furlough and said sentiment in Germany favored deeper Japanese German understanding. He noted the belief that Germany would support Japan's possession of mandated territories, with about 20 percent backing the Japanese position.

Tokio Ber- da Nigul Germany

Darwin Air Race Competitor Jenny Air Disaster

Jenny Darwin faced a deadly incident during the Darwin air race as competitor Brok reportedly lost control and collided with the propellers, leaving observers fearing the fate of athletes. The event disrupted proceedings and raised concerns over safety measures and emergency response.

Adelaide Friday Waking Effects Noted

Aelalte Woot reports an event in Adelaide on Friday where some residents woke with unusual symptoms, authorities say the cause remains unclear and investigations are ongoing. Several eyewitnesses described odd sensations and a general unease reported across the area.

Habeas Corpus Kis ch Released In Legal Row

The dispute centers on habeas corpus proceedings linked to Kisch and Lai faawn, with Ministerial authority and official channels cited for admission to Australia. Lawyers argue the minister’s actions followed legal powers, while affidavits reference involvement in an international workers’ group.

ULM'S PACIFIC FLIGHT NEXT WEEK

Sydney reports that Mr. C. T. EP with assistants G. A. Littlejohn and James Skilling will depart from Vance on a Thursday night for Australia aboard the plane named Stella Australia.

ULM Pacific Sydney C. T. EP G. A. Littlejohn James Skilling Vance Australia Stella Australia

Unclear immigration ruling in Canberra court scene

Fragmentary report describes a court proceeding on an immigration case involving a man named Carter and his detention status. It references a British government reaction, a ministerial opinion, and a verdict read to onlookers at a wharf. The piece mentions Justice Jully, Mr. Menzies, and police actions regarding the ship’s passengers.

Berlin Dehull Canberra Australia Vat Ube Ctv DE Carter Julten Ikwed Lr Roberte Keluch Bok Isc Central Poles Gieljo

Uncertain Text fragment about Child and Home Incident

A four year old child named Willi Lampe played with a pen rifle at home in Glebe and inserted a card. The fragment mentions an expat and emergings at the Breet with Anis and lay, but details are unclear and incomplete.

Tritt Willi Lampe Bla Glebe

Empire geography urged for schools in Empire lands

London reports the Right Commissioner for New Zealand Sir James Parr opening the New Zealand exhibition at St Pauls Churchyard. He urged the Education Department to devote two hours weekly to Empire geography and said Dominions would be consulted before any treaty with foreign powers. Australia and New Zealand, despite insularity, meet obligations.

London Oritain Sui Sonaider New Zealand Sumer Parr St Paul Jumen Parr Britain Australia New Gealand

Meat shipments spark clash with Australian meat law

In London on Thursday, Werters Australia shipments of mutton, lamb, and pork trigger a dispute as officials and private traders debate new meat handling rules. The High Commissioner Bruce and Australian HQ discussed how to avoid shipment rejection, while officials note ink defects and overgrown invoices complicating sales to butchers.

London Werters Australia

Brutal Assault on Woman Solicitor in Sydney

Central Court hears Earnest Gustave Lamb 51 an accountant charged with unlawful assault and causing actual bodily harm to Christian Jollie Smith at Castlereagh Street. Detected allegedly went to her office with intent to kill. Lamb remanded for trial as stitches were reported but no dangerous condition found.

Sydney Prinny Central Court Earnest Gustave Lamb Christian Jollie Smith Cartwright I Waw Ordce Mingsmith Castlereagh Murer

Centenary Open Golf leads with Sarazen amid big Melbourne gallery

In Melbourne on Friday the Centenary Open round two saw Americans and international players top the leaderboard. Sarazen drew a huge following as he posted strong scores alongside H. Cooper and J. Thomson. Others in the top tier included Gene Barzen, Rae Vie, Lassoon, Naismith, Wooll and Maclean, with R. Stewart representing South Australia closing the group.

Melbourne Sarazen Wil Leauers Arms H. Cooper Uis.a Thomson J. Bane Gene Barazen Us.a

Saar Neutrality Heavy Fin e For Breach

Baarbrucken Thursday the supreme court of Baar extended Mayor Ruppersberg of ombung to 48 days in prison and fine 2000 francs for violation of neutrality. The Baar Commission replied denying government aid while newspapers received information on documents found at the Deutsche Front offices. The Commission asked the Suwe Tribunal to prosecute the dignitaries tied to the memorandum and Herr Homburger and the Baar Commission mutualomor.

Baarbrucken Suipreme Baar

Inquiry opens into cause of Australia air disaster

The Defence Department orders a preliminary inquiry into the Longreach air mail crash involving the same model planes as the Hobart accident. Captain Johnson reports no concrete information yet, with tests and inspections ongoing. Public hearings will begin in Longreach then Brisbane as investigators seek guidance on the Anglo Australian mail service launch.

Civil Aviaton Johsson Eeen Mittbe Crmach Longreach Ackby Pages Auli Johnson Page Brisbane England Air Accidents Investigation Committee Witiesson

Imperial Airways withdraws planes for inspection after crash

In a radio telephone conversation between Quintad tad and Major De Haviland an Imperial Airways official says planes used on air services will be withdrawn for inspection as a precautionary measure. The move follows a crash at Longreach yesterday and concerns the potential delay of the Australia air mail service.

Toroay Quintad Brackley Imperial Airways Nn de Haviland Imperial Airways Ltd Longreach Australia Air Mail Imperial Airways

Mr Stacey Seeks Home State Insight in Parliament

In a House debate yesterday Mr Stacey urged caution on afforestation policy noting he would oppose measures that benefit the Federal Territory without clear outcomes. He stressed the need to consider the home state’s interests before proceeding with forestation plans.

House of Ventatives Adelaide

Airline schedules pressed by limited resources amid incidents

Ltd, facing resource gaps, plans to open on time with planes unavailable. Remaining DAAGs ordered by Quantas Lil were held up after the Longroseh accident. De Havilland says its machine has flown 100,000 miles with few troubles, aside from two Australian accidents involving W. Charlton.

Dhgg DAAG Quantas Lil England Australia Totm de Haviland W. Charlton

Wheat quotas committee set in Budapest to meet

The World Wheat Allocation Committee will meet in Budapest on December 11 with Australia’s Mr. McDougall to discuss new quarterly quotas for the 1984 crop year tender due July 31. Australia’s agreement is not yet received but experts expect a stricter system to ease issues seen with Argentine shipments and align with London wheat agreements expiring in August 1935.

London Budape McDougall Australia Hipmenta

Romanian King Carol Drives Through Parliament Route

King Carol and Prince Michael were guarded as they rode through the street leading to Parliament. No house windows along the route could be occupied during the procession. The king, speaking from the throne, declared Romania's desire for peace despite recent international events triggering a call for readiness and reparations if needed.

Bucharest Carol Prince Michael Zero Romania

Japanese Navy vows to hold Pacific islands amid treaty parity demand

Admiral Sankichi Thlushichh, recent successor to a high command, and Admiral Buetmigo assert Japan will maintain control of Mandatid Inlande despite League opposition. They warn the Imperial Navy will match all treaty schemes and seek full parity, ready for every eventuality with added aircraft destroyers in the reorganized fleet.

Toric Fellas Sankichi Thlushichh Buetmigo Japan London

Debated Budget Amendment Sparks Political Rhetoric

The sitting resumed on the Beasley budget amendment with ministers and supporters arguing over sincerity. Critics from Labour allege the amendment targets government promises, while others defend the measure as a step to restore trust. Acknowledgments of past government missteps surface as party members clash over accountability.

Beasley Osevear Lang Tabour Mms Laweon Atlap Mwe

Melbourne price index slips from August to September

The Commonwealth Statistician Mr. E. T. McPhee reported a fall in the Melbourne wholesale price index from 1800 in August to 1493 in September. Weaker averages in jute, feather, and wool groups largely drove the decline, though higher prices appeared in several items such as tallow, bran, onions, beef, and pork. Building materials prices stayed unchanged.

Melbourne T. McPhee

Bulgaria Suspends Foreign Debt Payments Decision

Sofia reports the Bulgarian Cabinet decided to suspend foreign loan payments, signaling a broader currency and economic policy shift as authorities seek to preserve liquidity and renegotiate terms with creditors.

Bulgaria Sofia

Stevens Opposes Restriction on Exports at Port Macquarie

Port Macquarie reports Mr Stevens the State Premier opposed export restrictions. He said such policies threaten high quality Australia exports and stressed the need to maintain standards.

MR. Stevens Sydney Tne Port Macquarie Stevens Australia

Pilot Lieut Fr Prendergast Dies In Air Attack

The report honors Lieut Commander FR Prendergast and three other Imperial Airways pilots killed on a shot down mission. Prendergast, famed for a 6000 hour flying record, was praised as fearless and always ready for emergencies. His wife marked the day with sorrow as he had urged her not to worry about his deployment to Singapore.

Bia Imperial Airways

Distinguished Air Record of Lt Commander Prendergast

Lieutenant-Commander Prendergast, killed in action, served with the Air Ports and Navy splendor during the war. He joined the Air Force in 1908, served on the northern frontier, aided Afghanistan refugees after Amanullah’s deposition, and was praised by the Viceroy. Later, he helped deliver Christmas fuel from England to Singapore.

London Prendergast Creak Air Pores Ania Afghanistan Amanullah Kabul Ale Ral Ale Waye Christmans Aly Tuuile England Singapore

Unorthodox Plans Discussed to Tackle Unemployment Crisis

Debate in parliament centers on faster relief works and unconventional methods to reduce unemployment. Ministers depart for Sheenants as speakers urge decisive government action beyond money, citing figures like £700,000,000 raised in four years and calls to join the Geneva Labour Conference for global industrial standards.

Tor Lannon Drennan Guiden Lang Labour Houghem Stacey USAR Adelaide Wong Gov Cormment Ste Tee Lawaon Evry A. B. Green Rivett Curtin Geneve Rte Australia Rome

German Wool Cheap Freights on Railways

Berlin reports railways cut wool freight charges by 25 percent to boost wool production from German sheep. Government branches will control distribution and urge higher meat consumption with price controls. Official statistics show a favorable trade balance near £1,000,000 since March.

Berlin Mlate Atutistica Ex Toner

New South Wales Rural Relief Scheme to be Considered

New South Wales government prepared a rural relief scheme to be discussed in Sydney on Monday by a New South Wales sub committee and three Commonwealth Cabinet members. Debts from wheat farm relief are a key issue and a plan to aid the wheat industry is anticipated. Sir Page and Mr Thorby departed for Sydney. Mr Caney joins Monday.

New South Waler Sydney New South Waten Commonwealth Cabinet de Page Masora G. Caney C. Thorby Te Bs Commonwealth Nna Ye Country Party Cam Sir Page Thorby Caney

Canberra Wireless Land Holdings Rule Clarified

In Canberra the Minister of the Interior Mr Petervon stated the law limits land holdings in the Federal Capital Territory to £8000 value per person. A second question by Mr Forde was answered negatively, addressing whether any individual has been allowed to acquire land up to £18,000 in the Territory and the reasons for departures from the law.

Amwerthg Mn FM Bonde Labour T. Petervon Federal Capital Territory Forde

Princess Marina Will Pay Heavy Duty on Paris Trousseau

Princess Marina faces heavy customs on her Paris trousseau when it arrives in Dover next week. The royal bride has collected a vast wardrobe, but she plans to buy fewer clothes due to the sudden fashion charges. Marina has favored practical gowns and morning wear for her dream wedding, with multiple outfits prepared.

Pory Oraing Princeve Marins Paris Trousseau Dover Marina Mir Wan

Armed Hold-Up in Flinder's Lane

An armed hold-up occurred in Flinder's Lane as a group of men attacked a location. The incident involved several assailants and caused local disruption while investigation proceeds.

Flinder's Lane

Death of Gallopatl Leader Lene Reported

A historic death is noted with the passing of Gallopatl Leader Lene. The obituary reports Ariguiler Osneral Hewenham dying today at age 68 following a long illness. The ceremony and administration details are partially obscured in the surviving text.

Lene Ariguiler Osneral Hewenham

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