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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 17, 1935
Page
1
Paris and Rome reportedly explored details of a peace plan that would grant Italy control of Ogaden and a protectorate over the Horn of Africa in return for stopping hostilities. Britain questioned outcomes while Abyssinian and Libyan fronts show continued conflict and mobilization.
A fragmented report references Quitain reacting to Prance's hesitation amid wartime tensions. It notes Abyssinian prisoners, Allied concerns, and ongoing Italian bombardment and air operations. The item mentions Addis Ababa and Hagaruga, with references to battles and relief efforts.
The Prime Minister announced in Parliament that the Commonwealth Government favors sanctions aligned with the League of Nations. Measures include a timber arms embargo on Italy and related export bans, plus financial restrictions to cut support for aggressor states.
Mr M Blackburn Labour member for Burke announces support for government sanctions against Italy, challenging party policy of neutrality in the Abyssinian dispute. He notes a Labour Anti-war Committee declaration linking to broader views and hints at fallout within the Federal Labour Party and Curtin leadership dynamics.
The Australian Institute of Politics will run the fourth Summer School in Canberra during Anniversary Day weekend, January 24–27, 1956. Daily three hour sessions feature papers on Educating Today, Education in Schools, The Role at the University, Adult Education, Public Opinion, and Politics. Open to all interested in Australia’s educational and political issues.
The Canadian swing away from the Conservatives is not expected to alter the Australia Canada trade treaty. Prime Minister Lyon Patterson indicated full discussion with the Bennett administration on extending the agreement, while noting no clear Liberal Conservative divergence in trade views. In Parliament, Mr Garden pressed a review of the Ottawa Agreement, but Mr White deferred to the Canadian minister for a proper decision.
Melbourne reports the Aboriginal Protection Board chief Mr L Chapman answered charges from Collin Street Baptist Church secretary Mr G Sprigg alleging two black boys at Lake Tyers Aboriginal Station were whipped. Chapman said they were whipped and justly but not excessively. one boy, 19, had prior violent offences and was awaiting a sentence for self-breathing.
The Australian Attorney General replied to Hawker on the ownership of Baker Howland and Jervin islands in the central Pacific. He noted the uninhabited status and lack of commercial value, Baker Island being 1000 miles from Brisbane, and said two islands had recently been restored to British possession. Consideration would be given to keeping them accessible for Australian and British air routes.
A Federal Labour Party sub-committee was appointed yesterday morning by the leader Mr Curtin and deputy Mr Forde with Messrs. Drakeford and others. The group will study opposition to the Federal Government policy and the party’s constructive policy.
The Advisory Council urged extending child welfare supervision from birth to end of school age to improve health and growth. Health Minister Mr Hughes announced plans funded by Jubilee Appeal and Commonwealth grants, with Mothercraft Society integration and increased hospital support under medical officer of health supervision.
There is little chance of Lt Ningare getting away soon. The vessel was moved to a berth at Wooton moojoo for cargo discharge to Vancouver. A strong guard of detectives and 30 police watched the wharf as the America ran Unor and the Mariposa sailed for San Francisco without incident.
After Cabinet discussion ministers in Canberra are divided on actions to resolve the Niagara waterfront trouble. A proposal to apply licensing provisions from the Transport Workers Act was suggested but no decision has been made. Attorney General Mensien left Canberra for Sydney last night.
London Weekenday reports Sir Charles Kingaford Smith negotiating with the Air Ministry over permission to carry a load of chief in excess of regulation on his flight to Australia. The issue mirrors a prior Australian Civil Aviation Department dispute, but the Air Ministry remains firm and shows no sign of yielding regarding the regulation.
Fragmented OCR text reads like a garbled report mentioning Utley, a Catholic, Aronbiniap of Meucurme, and the League of Nations. Context is unclear with multiple garbled phrases and no coherent event or outcome to summarize.
A 10 year old boy, Thomas Strachan of Marrickville, was struck by a goods train near Marrickville Station in the afternoon. His left leg was amputated and his condition is described as critical. Authorities are investigating circumstances of the accident.
A conference of Air Force officials discussed the DH 6 planes and concluded they are airworthy. The mainland aviation authority will resume operations under the new program in Melbourne with a formal declaration expected in the coming days.
Labour leaders oppose adjourning Parliament during Melbourne Cup week citing war, few holidays, and the Loan Council session that week. Curtin and Beasley insist the House should not sit during Cup week, with only a Tuesday to Wednesday shift suggested.
A report from Elbourne details concerns raised by Professor K W Bhents of the Geology School at the University about excessive taxes on water supply. The article notes reduced yields from artesian bores in New South Wales and references limited access to tick artesias, with potential impacts on regional water availability and future tapping difficulties.
Sydney reports Sir Thomas Bavin sworn in as judge after a likely appointment to the Supreme Court bench. The oath was administered to the new jurist in a formal ceremony amid ceremonial duties and regional significance.
Fragmentary remarks cite Chad Waites elites and Canberra concerns on child health, wealth gaps, and government control to improve population well-being. Mentions Commonwealth action and ongoing program discussions amid unsettled policy expectations.
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