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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 22, 1929

Page

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British Napier monoplane aims 80000 mile non stop flight

A British attempt to set a non stop flight record from Britain to South Africa is planned with the Napier monoplane crew James Williams and Whig Laden Taant Jenkins. The updated machine carries nearly four tons of petrol and target is Cape Town in about 55 hours.

London Go Ila Ets Britain South Africa James Wilams Whig Ladentaant Jenkins Capetown

Clemenceau In Critical Condition After Heart Attack

Former French premier Georges Clemenceau is gravely ill in Paris after a heart attack. Five oxygen injections were given tonight as his condition remained extremely grave. his family fears the worst.

Parie France M.omenceau Mia Terr Chanenceau

Recount of Votes in Eden Monaro Adjusts Seat

In Eden Monaro a recount shifted a seat when a ballot from center miscounted altered the tally. Initially placed in A. Ferkins quota, the correction gave Cumick a majority of 78 votes after an accidental ballot misplacement was found in the counting center.

Eden Monan J. Cusarkal A. Ferkins Cumick

Scrutiny Reveals Minor Errors in Local Election Office Totals

In a detailed review at the district electoral office the errors and several minor mistakes are disclosed with Pekin favored by the figures. Current tallies show Perkin 1658 and Cumck 19730 amid broader division results and Labour implications as late returns trickle in.

Emabeyan Reistrar Pekin Mater Perkin Cumck

Police Used as Political Tool in Canberra Exposé

Canberra authorities prepare inquiring into how the Federal Police and the Attorney-General's Department investigation branch were used as a political secret service against the Opposition and certain public servants. The inquiry will examine alleged secret policing under the outgoing Government and potential political manipulation of law enforcement.

Federal Canberra

Maxwell Wins Faulkner Seat Amid Nationalist Rift

Melbourne report notes G A Maxwell declared elected for Faulkner and says his victory vindicates his stance amid strong opposition from Nationalist supporters. He argues he would back Labour measures that advance public welfare if aligned with Nationalist principles.

Melbourne G. A. Maxwell Faulkner Wea Laboor Australia Bruce Page Commonwealth Nema

Innocent Man Melts into Court Fight over Conviction

A Morrison case exposes alleged judicial error involving Fermgate Withaite 42 of Maboures. The condemned man appeals from a conviction seen as wrongful after a lengthy imprisonment. Williams questions the legality as the defense seeks a proper review and potential remedy.

Japan’s Naval Note Guides Conference Outlook

Diplomatic dispatch notes that British observers are impressed by Japan’s naval note and Tokyo’s later signals reinforce that view. While differences exist between Anglo American and Japanese positions, Japan favors a conference empowered to decide on specific issues and seeks real reductions. Japan denies a sharp breach with Britain and the United States and favors cautious, pragmatic reforms.

London Daily Telegraph Tokyo France Italy Japan Britain United States Port Rome

Farm man murdered in Mita region strike by rifle fire

Police believe a farmer aged around 45 was shot dead near Werrimull. Investigations traced the weapon to a rifle used during the attack. A suspect was seen dragging a woman for about a mile before the crime was discovered. Senior Detective Bruce led the night probe.

Smith Mildura Lia Ube Bruce Beft

Scullin Triumphal Entry At Canberra Station

Prime Minister designate Mr J H Scullin made a triumphal entry into the Federal Capital yesterday morning. The railway station was crowded with local supporters and arriving delegates including Deputy Labour Leader Mr E G Theodors and other named attendees. Scullin gave a brief address from the steps of the carriage amid cheers and the singing of For Me’s a Jolly Good Fellow.

J. H. Scullin Canberra John Deeputy Labour E.G. Theodors Benater Dunn J. BB. Tiooley A. Hinkeley A. Denaley Wert P. Working RK. James Tally Cunningham Mer Scullin Wallway

Scullin Party Receives Loyal Canberra Welcome

Nearly 10 000 people at Canberra cheered the Labour delegation as Mr Scullin and Mrs Scullin sought support. Photographers captured the scenes while members of the party greeted crowds and charity gifts were presented to a hospital. The tour continued through Seymour Metung Wangaratta Wedenga Albury with local officials offering welcomes.

Canberra Commonwealth Peroye Australia Fr W. Maloney Mesars Parker Maloney F. Nrennan N. Makin H. G. Nehon J. E. Fenton E. Culley A. E. Green D. (. McGrath J. Holloway J. Lyons Guy Theodore Holloway Scullin Apeicer Street Beymour Metutla Wangaratta Wedenga Albury Mess, Boullin Parker Melony J. &, Fenton Frank Hrene Winana SN Do Makin

Scullin to Form New Labour Cabinet Amid Caucus Drift

After the Bruce Page resignation the Governor General invited J H Scullin to form an administration. He will name the new Cabinet this afternoon with likely posts including Theodore as Treasurer Fenton as Trade and Customs Brennan as Attorney General Blakeley Health and Home Affairs Daly as Vice President. Possible others include Moloney Curtin Forde Barnes Lyons Coleman and Riley. Makin to be Speaker Watkins Chairman of Committees.

Bruce-Page J. H. Scullin Scullin Federal Labour Party Federal House E. G. Theodore J. E. Fenton F. Brennan A. Blakeley Executive Council Senate Senator Daly Messrs Parker Moloney J. Curtin F. M. Forde Barnes J. A. Lyons P Coleman

New Cabinet Formed as Bruce Resigns to Back Scullin

The Governor-General silently escorted to Canberra witnessed Bruce tender his resignation. He advised the Governor-General to invite Scullin, who is now designated Prime Minister. Scullin’s arrival followed a Melbourne departure as the day unfolded with formalities at Government House.

Canberra Melbourne Scullin Prine Government House Boullin Hruvt Mr. Bruce Bruce

Cabinet Selection To Begin After Labour Party Meeting

The article notes the cabinet selection will start soon after today’s Labour Party meeting. It mentions expectations of a prolonged and uncertain process with possible delays.

Labour Party

Scullin to Announce Ministers Before Dinner In Canada

Mr Scullin aims to announce the names of his Ministers to the Governor-General this afternoon and have them sworn in before dinner. The new Cabinet would meet Wednesday morning with nine portfolios and four honorary ministers. A reshuffle and wider ministerial distribution may follow, and a party meeting could continue after dinner to select committee chairmen and parliament committee members.

Scullin Pamea Boullin Boultin

Queanbeyan Reception for Minister Elect Stalin

A crowded Queanbeyan railway station morning ceremony saw municipal leaders and the public greet Minister elect Stalin as cheers and photographs captured the moment. Mayor Breville spoke on behalf of the municipality and announced Stalin’s Eden Monaro electors victory.

Aicinlervan Soullin Ueankeyan Wol

Scullin Asked to Form Administration After Official Visit

A message from the General reached Mr. Scullin and he visited Government House at 2.00 pm. His Excellency asked whether he would form an administration and Scullin requested time before giving a definite reply.

Scullin Government House

Parliament to Reassemble in Britain This Week

London reports Parliament will reconvene after a holiday recess with the Prime Minister absent from the Exchequer and the government forming in the Commons. Debates will cover widows pension reform, tariffs, and policy on Russia, disarmament, reparations, and aid.

London Sanitay Tneether Sieendern Chise of Commons Areuse of Commons Russia Eliey Hota

Wall Street Bears In Control Huge Slump In Prices

Reactionary forces took control of the Stock Exchange on Saturday and sent prices tumbling. Net losses ranged from five to 35 points with a total drop possibly reaching billions in value and a turnover near 3.5 million shares. Westinghouse fell 18 points and American Can, American Tobacco, and Auburn Autos all slumped.

New York Stock Exchange Levela Nettlowes Westinghouse Electric American Canierhernes American Tobacco Anuhurn Autos

Nadir Khan Declares Goals for Afghanistan's Future

Nadir Khan, newly proclaimed king of Afghanistan, states the aim to conquer not for throne but to unite the country. He pledges to pave the land, promote progress along the road to independence and civilisation, develop industries, and strengthen relations with other nations.

Parr Bunday Nadir Khan Afghanistan Pet ‘Arinien Aghanistan

New Railway Plan Aims to Create Jobs in Lachlan District

The cabinet moved to start the Hillaten railway route with a bill to authorize work in Parliament this week. Premier said the project will absorb unemployment. Estimated cost is £400 007.

Bydney Hillaten

Labour Party Meeting Sets Ministers And Portfolios

A Labour Party meeting is scheduled for 1 am today with most members expected to attend except one or two. The meeting will decide the number of Ministers and conduct an exhaustive ballot to select those most cited for office. Boullin will assign the portfolios.

Labour Party Boullin

Labour Members Celebrate Victory at Parliament

A large Labour gathering at Parliament House rang with high spirits after their great victory. Congratulations were exchanged before Mr Breullin and Mr Theodore withdrew briefly, and Mr Goullin said he would go to Government House at 2.30 pm.

Parliament House Breullin Theodore Goullin Government House

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