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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Nov 18, 1935
Page
1
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London reports a large majority for the National Government with 242 seats more than expected. Ramsay MacDonald and Malcolm MacDonald were defeated in Gotham and Bassetlaw respectively, while Lloyd George increased his Carnarvon majority and Megan Lloyd George held Anglesey. The result prompts Paris papers to note British stability amid global chaos.
In Sydney on Sunday reports no news of Sir Charles Kingsford Smith and Tom Pethybridge. Defence Minister Parkhill received a message from Air Commodore Sydney Smith at Singapore. Two Singapore flying boats scouted the naval region and nine Vilde Beeste bombers covered island areas. Weather hindered search. tomorrow Vilde Beeste bombers and a Qantas plane will press on from Singapore toward Alor Star to distribute air maps for rescue in likely districts. Ground searches are aided by local authorities in Satupula and other areas. One flying boat remains at Penang for overhaul as Britain reorganizes defense to serve peace. The British aim to assert influence at Geneva despite domestic calls for stronger leadership.
Capt Taylor’s IH at Cloncurry was seized due to illness. Diane will join further efforts via telex to the Minister for Defence Mr BeANMES. He requested machine return to curb expenses. Minister Parkbill in Sydney expressed regret for Taylor’s illness and authorized continued search plans. The team Purvin Stannage proceed, awaiting a committee meeting in Byroynay today.
The Prime Minister Stan Wey Baldwin asserts confidence in continuing national restoration and world peace. Labour Leader Attles notes disappointment yet states Labour will confront the new Parliament with confidence, believing substantial public sympathy for its policy exists.
In Washington on Saturday President Roosevelt, the full Cabinet, and leaders from both nations witnessed the signing of the reciprocal trade treaty between the United States and Canada. Secretary Hull and Canadian Prime Minister Mackenzie King spoke, praising the accord as reviving large-scale trade and serving as an instrument of mutual friendship. the text will be published in both capitals on Sunday.
Miss Jean Batten landed by a Brazilian Army plane on a beach at Araruming Brazil about 53 miles north of the city after a forced night landing when a leaking rear petrol tank and high tide threatened the craft. She rode a wave to safety, spent the night at a nearby house, and was recovered by three Army planes under Colonel Newton Braga, then taken to Rio de Janeiro to await repairs.
Jean Batten arrives in Rio to a storm of fanfare as the British Embassy hosts a reception. She notes the landing was pushed by head winds and a leaking pistol, while newspapers downplay the visit amid the media glare.
British United Press from Peiping reports North China will declare independence from Nanking on December 12. A 3000 strong force has landed at Shankelkwan claimed as autumn manoeuvres. Daily Herald notes post independence Japan would claim protectorate over the region north of the Yellow River.
A Paris district distillery named Chartreuse at Gresuble suffered a devastating landslide ending centuries of production. About 100000 gallons of liqueur valued at £300000 were lost, with the liquor described as irretrievable as it matures over 20 years and most of it was in an advanced stage.
The article reports speculation about former Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald possibly returning to public life. It notes a visit to Australia and Africa as discussed in interviews with The Sunday Debate staff, with Despaton expressing uncertainty over MacDonald’s political plans and future disposition.
An operative financial sanctions regime starts today administered by the Treasurer. It bans payments to individuals in Italy and colonies, allows limited humanitarian remittances up to £20 monthly, and requires debtors to notify the Clearing Office in Canberra by December 18, 1086. Prohibited items include arms, war matériel, vessels, aircraft, and strategic minerals, with limited exceptions for travel belongings and certain goods.
The Air Ministry in London has granted a two day extension to the Royal Air Force search for Sir Charles Kingsford Smith. Details indicate intensified air and sea reconnaissance, mobilizing forces across key patrol routes as authorities pursue clues and assess the flight’s last known position.
Rome dispatch says Mussolini recalls General De Bono and names Marshal Badoglio as commander in chief in East Africa. The move signals Duce’s impatience with De Bono’s slow progress and aims to accelerate the Abyssinian campaign before the rainy season, with Badoglio to push offensives toward Amba alUgI and the Talaue River while Graziani’s forces advance.
Fragmented report describes widespread student rioting in Egypt with police opening fire and casualties. Mentioned are protests linked to a government shakeup, with references to Panho and the High Commissioner for Egypt and British policy, noting tension over constitutional moves and foreign relations.
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