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Newspaper
Toodyay Herald
Location
Toodyay, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 11, 1936
Page
2
A column analyzes the Edwards VIII crisis and abdication turmoil as Britain debates a highly unconventional marriage. The writer notes global cables, a looming government ultimatum, and the impact on throne and public mood amid a 42 year reign. The piece reflects on Baldwin’s possible reply and the mounting confusion before publication.
The piece reports Britain facing a constitutional crisis as King plans marriage to Mrs. Simpson meet royal opposition. Baldwin blocks enabling legislation to make her a wife without succession, House supports line that she cannot be Queen, and abdication seems likely. Impacts include delays to coronation, disrupted empire travel, and widespread public unrest reflected in press and clergy responses.
A muddled excerpt discusses ancestry claims including Mayflower lineage, with odd notes on a queen Mary sized voyage. It mentions the Federal Government convening an emergency Parliament session and tensions with Japan impacting trade, then shifts to a hypothetical abdication crisis and calls for a uniform successor appointment across legislatures.
The question on federal aid roads funds and petrol duties paid to Western Australia since 1925 is answered. The Treasurer notes no separate primage account and offers approximate amounts for petrol duties tied to Western Australian ports, with figures flickering in the 1929 to 1932 range.
Sir Thorman Buckland president of the Bank of New South Wales cautions that while export cheques rise, unemployment falls, and wages increase point to growth, overdrafts outrun deposits and banks may curtail lending unless production strengthens, risking slowed economic progress. The outlook is tempered except in wheat districts where prices rise and receipts may exceed last season.
The Southern Cross Windmill and Engine Co Ltd markets vertical solid injection compression ignition engines from 3 to 14 hp. Emphasizing pressure lubrication and accessible parts, the units promise efficient fuel use, steady run, and easy cold starting. Production expanded to two shifts shows growing demand in Australasia.
Woodbridge House began as a private school founded by Mr CC Priestley in 1921 after Guildford Preparatory School merged with the Grammar School as the Preparatory House. The fine country house was adapted for schooling under health authorities, with Priestley as headmaster and over 25 years in preparatory work, aided by a resident staff.
The school, on the high riverbank grounds of about acres, educates boys from age to 18 for secondary schools and the Navy. Curriculum includes Latin French arithmetic algebra geometry history grammar and divinity with book keeping optional. Progress and conduct notes sent to parents. term exams. exterior examiner at final term. evening prep supervised. Details from the Headmaster at Woodbridge House School East Guildford.
The guide outlines hood renovation steps including removing dust, cleaning with dry agents, and drying thoroughly before upholstery work. It stresses venting moisture, preparing the hood’s interior, and ensuring fabrics are dry prior to restorer work, cautioning careful handling of materials.
The State-wide Boys Camp in Western Australia plans a fortnight in January for 200 boys aged 1 to 14, funded by donors statewide. Organised by Toe Him Western Australia, the camp offers tents, named sections, and sport and outings, with E A Lewis handling donations and camp info.
Perfect and new condition Dodge car with five wheels new covers and tubes and a new battery. Mileage under 000. Cash price £130. Sold by Tom Smedley of Pinjarra.
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