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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 31, 1933
Page
7
London reports Argentina signed the international wheat agreement this morning. The Big Four reportedly agreed on the world export total allotment, aligning with previously published figures. The Russian allocation is expected around forty million bushels rather than sixty million.
Canberra dispatch notes the Tariff Board's report proposing primage and exchange as protective measures beyond revenue, with contents to be tabled when Parliament meets September 27. Prime Minister Lyons, ill with a heavy cold, plans to attend pro sessional Cabinet meetings starting tomorrow as ministers finalize routine budget measures and minor questions.
At the Wheat Board meeting in Toowoomba on August 20, B C C Kirkegaard pressed to stop New South Wales flour dumping into Queensland arguing NSW taxed flour for NSW use but not for export, harming Queensland growers. The chairman warned against private deals and stressed consultative governance. Mills aimed to accelerate wheat receivals by August 21, with most depots near full quotas. finance showed net overdraft cut to £35,690 after first two advances and hailstorm provisions.
Sydney and Melbourne report a sharp rise in wool values with estimates that the current clip could gain £12,000,000 in value. Brokers expect Melbourne sales on September 18 to reflect the Sydney gains while concerns linger over sustaining the higher exchange rate with London.
The Financial News notes higher wool prices widen export surplus and strengthen the Commonwealth finances. It suggests the government may convert the 1991-41 loan issue. The Daily Telegraph city editor sees wool values rising and expects the Australian wool industry to regain solid footing soon. Tax reductions are anticipated as budgets at Commonwealth and state levels improve, boosting global buying power.
James Frederick Charlies Cain a 61 year old cyclist from Flinders Parade Sandgate died after his bicycle collided with a truck near the Sandgate Post Office while traveling toward Brisbane He was thrown onto the truck’s bonnet struck the windscreen and died shortly before 7 o clock at Brisbane General Hospital from head injuries including a probable skull base fracture.
Tea plants planted in April from Tivellia seed at the Botanic Gardens are about six inches high. Curator Mr FE W Bick says progress is promising, with plans to distribute seedlings across Queensland to test Assam varieties, including Beechmont and Tamborine Range sites, as farmers eye tea potential.
Sydney August 3 The State Ministry plans legislation to grant mothers equal custody rights with fathers in divorce cases. The bill would empower the Supreme Court to issue custody orders based on the child's welfare and both parents' wishes. It also sets guardianship by both parents or joint appointment, with court resolution if one refuses. A provision allows a parent who leaves the jurisdiction to still seek custody if the child's welfare justifies it.
Sydney August 20 an elderly man and a middle aged woman leapt from the Harbour Bridge. The man fell 16 feet to the ground at the northern end and the woman 190 feet to the harbour. Both suffered fatal injuries. Twenty eight people have died by their own action by jumping from the bridge.
Toowoomba August 30 The State Wheat Board asked the Department of Agriculture to request Federal authorities halt exports of Florence seed wheat to Chile. The board had been asked to sell 40 tons of Florence wheat to Chile. Chairman E A Thomas said he agreed with restricting such a large shipment but Queensland should not refuse the business if transferring the order to another state would carry it out.
London August 29 freight rates for New Zealand meat and dairy products fixed for three years, with substantial reductions. Full details have been cabled to the respective boards.
Australian Press Association reports Seattle August 30 that Washington state voters backed repealing the federal prohibition amendment. The item notes the state’s stance on the national constitutional change and mentions local affairs and media coverage surrounding the issue.
Mrs Mary Ellarby Rose aged 86 died August 4 at her Kedron home. Born in York shire England she came to Australia aboard the Parsee in 1853. Survived by five sons and three daughters with several grandchildren. funeral from St Margaret’s Sandgate to Toowong Cemetery after 10:30 am service. Also noted: Rev Alexander Maxwell, long-time clergyman, died at Sandgate.
Albert Henry Biggs died suddenly at his Willoughby residence in Sydney aged 65 after a heart seizure while tending his garden. Born in Brisbane, he moved to Sydney last June to retirement. He was well known in Brisbane business and sport circles, educated at Brisbane Grammar, and earlier presided over Southport’s chamber of commerce.
The late Mr Biggs was a popular Southport Bowling Club member who played with Toowong in Brisbane visits. He was keenly interested in Masonic affairs and belonged to Fenwick Lodge. Survived by his widow, three sons Sidney, Frederick, and Dr T J Biggs, a daughter Mrs Wyndham Pike, one brother Tom Biggs, two sisters Mrs H G Macpherson and Mrs E H Reeve.
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