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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 26, 1934
Page
8
Australian Cable Services reports Perry will partner with Lee in the Bournemouth hard court tennis championships in London on April 25.
Melbourne event notes W Stutmora celebrating his 18th birthday on Saturday. He is credited as the youngest horseman to top the season list in Melbourne, marking a notable early achievement in his riding career.
Sty Davin Was notes Australians visiting London for a cricket tour. Interactions with English players, tailoring interest, and exchange of cables mark a cordial visit. The Telegraph reports good fellowship and warm welcomes, with a focus on tradition and sport.
London April 24 Gard ner argues in the Star that the log theory question is not fairly faced noting the Jardine disappearance and Australia’s fate. He calls for clear passage of reform and questions the feasibility of miumderysming. Bowler's should not be barred from using a sport breaking ball on the off.
Cairns Bowling Club plans for next weekend as Cairns greenwork aims to be ready. Seymour Howe targets a strong showing with three best rinks available in Gordon Vale to defend last Sunday's performance. Johnston predicts the top trio will win again. Entries for the Klathweth Murtha night trophy close Sunday afternoon and an immediate start is planned. Members urged to check Cairns Post for entry details and tonight’s sub house gathering for social events.
Suburbs beat Colts 16 to 8 in a fast senior grade with try by Langton and a converted by Ashe. Brothers cross for 13 points including Kimmins and Hastings, Brown, and Kimmins backfield cited as standouts. Suburbs led 3 at half and McFarlane sealed win with late try. game noted for improvement and gate prospects despite poor attendance.
Eight suits appear in court as a local theater troupe faces claims over performance rights. Plaintiffs allege infringement by the event organizer and demand damages while the defense asserts no violation of licensing terms. The case docket lists several defendants and a tentative trial date.
Berlin April 25 Herr Joachim von Ribbentrop named Commissioner of Disarmament Questions said his approach would open a path to armament contention that, by economic balance, could secure peace in Europe and foster safety and recovery. He asserted Germany cannot renounce the primitive right of self defence and equality.
London reports the Cabinet discusses disarmament and hints at a forthcoming British statement. Ministers are weary of delays and near-term conferences. A memorandum from January outlined Britain's firm stance, while Britain may wind up the conference if no general agreement emerges. Britain would then focus on building forces and reserves.
The finance committee discusses revenue shortfalls and extra expenditure. W W Wildlame calls for caution on new measures while the president and members weigh prize adjustments plan to balance the budget and control costs.
A Warwick district conference session denounces government plans to enforce Royal Commission recommendations on marketing wheat. Growers demand the right to market their own crops, with several speakers criticizing the government and urging action despite a strong pool majority supporting continuing the current system.
In Vancouver in April the planser Kane testified in the Supreme Court at York about Betty Boop likenesses and other characters. Attorneys argued over 250 000 dollars tied to Don Mra and the rights to use the Betty Boop image in relation to Paramount and Fleischer works. The court adjourned to reconvene for further testimony as the judge weighed claims.
A Melbourne report dated April 24 describes widespread nervousness in Japan, with officials noting many youths under observation for disturbing thoughts. The piece mentions intense scrutiny by authorities and a perceived rise in mental strain affecting the population.
Apa Abishaie and others from Lang envoy group submitted a request for an 8 hearing but were turned down. The council, in a terse executive session, rejected the proposal amid a heated labor movement dispute. No speaker supported Lang or Beaaley. council member Harvey noted the issue carried more into debate than substance.
In Grafton on April 3 an unexpected incident disrupted a local gathering at Macleas hall during a meal called Yellow Comrades. Sgt Molaan and Con Mable Breer announced they would take names of all present for alleged liquor on unpermitted premises, prompting a pause before the meal resumed.
A discussion at the annual meeting yields a motion to empower the finance committee to investigate and report on current affairs, with funds expenditure referred to the committee for consideration. The motion, moved by FR. T Ler Bryce, passes.
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