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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 24, 1934
Page
4
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The Canberra weather page records rainfall in Castarre for the recent period with temperatures around 44.8 degrees and wind conditions. The entry notes a minimum 24 hour period and references barometry at KSC.
The 14th Parliament opened with formal ceremony in the Senate chamber as Governor General Favellency read the speech. Dignitaries and visitors watched the royal procession, with troops from the Light Morse Regiment and Royal Australian Artillery providing guards. The scene featured a ceremonial welcome to the Speaker, Prime Minister, and Ministers as Anthea played and the Governor-General took the oath.
The governor general’s speech lauds the Duke of Gloucester’s planned Australia visit and affirms royal affection. It outlines an address of welcome and Commonwealth-UK unity, and details government plans to tackle unemployment with a threefold program and targeted works.
The text outlines government rural relief measures and support for primary producers amid price and financial security concerns. It calls for continued and expanded natural industry aid, coordinated with state schemes and marketing improvements, to back meat and rural sectors this season.
The New South Wales and Commonwealth parliaments discuss the Murray River barrages at the mouth near Wentworth and the amended agreement dated December 14. Officials debate storage capacity, cost estimates around 800000, and infrastructure like Warra Jogn works while committees study terms and state-federal arrangements.
A chaotic session in the House of Representatives sees lengthy debate over the Speakership. Mr Bell secures election amid protests and disorder as ministers, opposition leaders, and party figures fill the chamber with tense exchanges and gestures.
A formal, stylized note from the Allied forces acknowledges France's receipt of a Winter message and expresses gratitude to the Verenen Republic’s Prime Minister for French appreciation. The misspelt line hints at Allied communications and gratitude for cooperation during wartime.
The government pledges adherence to a national protectionist guide to support local secondary industries tied to primary production. Advisors expect tariff reform and trade agreements to boost income and employment, with Ottawa Agreement phases under consideration and an Interstate Commission to be established as part of constitutional changes.
The Governor General and Lady Isaacs hosted a Canberra reception at Government House yesterday morning. Attendees included Brigadier-General Philips and Major McDonald, with ailment updates noting Mr Storey is returned to Canberra Hospital for hand injury treatment and expected to remain about a week.
A lavish pageant in Parkes Square when the Governor General reviewed a full naval artillery guard of honour in red and black, the ceremony opening in Parliament House. Fireworks and splashes of colour accompanied the drill as the guard completed inspection and salute.
A guard of honour paraded in front of the residence led by artillery regiments in a formal ceremony. Troops stood at attention as the proceedings unfolded with visible discipline and ceremonial precision throughout the day.
The royal procession and reception covered a long route with King Lyons and family meeting prominent locals across towns. Citizens cheered at Goulburn Bungendore and other stops while royal attendants shared warmth and hospitality with the public.
Very late tonight the Duke, escorted by the Premier Mr Stevens and staff, attended a dance in Bungendorf. The entrance caused sensory excitement with a wonderful reception. The Duke was introduced by the Premier and Col. Deinnelly, sang several encores with Are Pat Onborne, and the whole town buzzed with activity as Faulkinyr reported from Toxion Stations.
The Canberra scene features a police training event near the railway station amid the royal visit preparations. The procession plan draws barriers and public patience as Tulip beds and parade routes spark debate while parliamentary committee chairmanship and party tensions surface in late reports.
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