16 Oct 1934
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 16, 1934
Page
1
Canberra prepares for a royal visit by the Duke of Gloucester. Officials say the event will showcase the city’s spirit with a meticulously timed program including royal arrivals, parade routes, a Parliament House ceremony, and a large gathering of dignitaries, guests, and invitees.
A detailed account of the royal visit to Canberra including arrivals at Parliament House, a joint Address of Welcome, a luncheon at Government House, and a ceremony at the National War Memorial. The program lists processions, route through Northbourne Avenue, tree-planting, guard inspections, and a final tour of city streets.
The Duke of Gloucester received an honorary Doctor of Laws from the University of Adelaide amid a South Australian visit. He praised Empire student exchanges, met ex soldiers at Jubilee Park, and attended polo and a dinner with the Parliament. Races featured include the Duke of Gloucester Handicap and the South Australian Derby with record times.
Senator David Schall warned that inflation is under way despite White House denials. He stated that at least 150,000,000 dollars of new greenbacks have entered circulation and that doles to farmers neutralize large sums. He predicted post election price rises would render their payments worth little more than paper.
Crowds line dawn arrivals as King Alexander's coffin is solemnly opened aboard Dubrovnik. Ministers, troops in uniform, and mourners witness the protocol to verify the monarch's remains while flowers and thorns mark the city’s grief for the dead ruler.
London reports from Saarbrucken a bitter struggle over the coming plebiscite with spiritual warfare, fear and greed shaping minds. Jakob Pirvo leads a 480 000 strong bloc including 80 000 unionists, while German front dynamics hinge on Catholic activist Herr Kiefer. The January 18 vote could seal Saar status for all time amid uncertainty.
London reports the death at 73 of M Raymond Poincare former President of the French Republic after a long political career. He served as Premier three times and held Finance and Public Instruction posts. His career spanned Imperial, wartime, and postwar periods with key diplomacy and domestic policy roles.
The Commonwealth Government received suggestions from the Duke of Gloucester for changes to the official programme of his tour. The Prince showed great interest in certain aspects and requested important departures from the planned schedule be considered.
A Sunday report from Marseille states Benes Allan Ruich Tyan Rajitch and Pos plehih were charged with complicity in the assassination of Zine Alexander Novak. The nine that Willy Williner, 24, Munich native, was not involved in the plot.
A document outlines Muggs Way and National Circuit routes to the Prime Minister’s residence for royal guests with afternoon gatherings and a state dinner at Parliament House. His Excellency and staff attend a Capitol Theatre youth demonstration before a Vice-Regal Ball at Parliament House with full dress and decor.
Washington dispatch reports the Pan-American Airway Corporation plans an inaugural trans-Pacific airmail between California and the Orient. The Pan-American Company ordered 32 pamphlets while the Post Office Department prepares a congressionally funded appropriation to finance the service.
At Burwood Court Lind charged Predarich Bell a 23 year old labourer with murder after a confrontation with men famed Fittler led to Bell firing two shots. Crown alleged the defendant returned home and shot again as police arrived. Bail was not applied for.
A crowd watched the Centenary Air Race entrants arrive at Milden Hall by 4.00 p.m. Twelve landings were recorded and ten more were extended hopefuls, with several unlikely starters. Expecting about twenty starters, high-speed Comet machines drew the most attention amid gusty winds. Several notable pilots and machines, including Neville Stack and the Miles Hawk duo, were noted as guests of the Aero Club. Technical displays and starting plans were discussed for the following day, with daylight flying rules and nearby Newmarket racing-week trade creating added caution.
In Sydney Captain Donald Peckratary of the British Empire Service League said ex-service men would press for adequate defence at the first Australian conference. Captain Gimson noted veterans weary of talk of further armament as they arrive from London.
A Vatican Eucharistic ceremony was celebrated at Pinto Palello Park in Buenos Aires, drawing a large crowd. Worshippers waved white handkerchiefs as the Apostolic blessing was extended by the papal envoy, reflecting a solemn public liturgy.
In Berlin a clash erupts between Nazi aligned church leaders and dissident clergy. The Reichbishop and pastors clash over a manifesto as police shadow church figures and protests spread nationwide. Munich pastors condemn Muellerites as heresy, while regional bishops defend unity within the church.
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