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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 01, 1932

Page

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Important Cancer Discoveries Linked to Tuberculosis Debate

A Melbourne Hospital researcher, J. Gay, reports experiments suggesting a definite relationship between cancer and tuberculosis. Findings presented at the Canberra conference indicate cancer growths may be influenced by viral elements and early treatment could improve outcomes. Dr. Carpaton and other officials urged public education on early cancer indicators and continued scientific resource mobilization.

J.gay Melbourne de Cherry Canberra Commonwealth of Health Carpaton

Centenary Polar Expeditions Recognized

Centenary polar efforts celebrate a group of nations set to participate in Arctic observation ports. The organizers outline upcoming dates and leadership, naming participants from Canada, the United States, and other countries.

British Arctic Expedition Reports Extreme Cold in Deep Boreal Zone

London reports the British expedition reached a remote boreal region, noting one of the coldest areas yet observed. The team describes a heavy ice layer covering a wide area and travel challenges as they pushed across 60 miles of harsh terrain in ten minutes of note.

Sven Simphatowrabha Wren

German Alarm at Flight of Factories Effect of British Tariff

Berlin shows a government decree imposing heavy duties on productive machinery in response to wartime disruption. The measure aims to prevent transfer of steelworking and related plant to foreign firms that would produce goods formerly exported from Germany. The Berlin Fageblatt discusses potential impacts on machinery availability and imports.

Berlin Steeh Ringland Germany

Cancer Cure Foe False Hopes Warned By British Experts

London reports quote Arthur Keith and John Dilly discussing cancer cure claims and probabilities. Experts warn against false hopes, noting limited progress and urging cautious interpretation of early results.

London Wednnaday Arthur Keith Ohn Dilly Kacpviosn Tinto & Young Dolentint Royal College of Surgeons

New South Wales Faces Large Overseas Interest Default

New South Wales again defaults on overseas interest payments. The Commonwealth Government remitted 1,100,000 pounds to London to meet obligations due April 1. Including exchange, the state owed about 900,000 pounds in London and 200,000 in New York, with funds to be banked through the High Commissioner in London and Commonwealth agents in New York. The move is part of the Commonwealth’s intended payment under the Financial Agreement Act, bringing total obligations to about 2,000,000 under the current arrangements.

New South Wales London New York Commonwealth Lonedon Lang Lindon Lie Commonwealth New South Suanda Alwiet

Cotton bounty to be abolished and duties revised

Prime Minister Mr Lyons announced Australia will abolish the cotton yarn bounty from July 1 and replace it with a sliding scale of duties. A minimum price of one yard per pound for Queensland Cotton Board's 1982 raw cotton season is to be set, reflecting world price trends and avoiding a fixed duty.

Sydney Mr. Lyons Queensland Lyona Tarif Board

Greece Rejects New Wheat Duty Amid Farm Board Talks

Washington reports Greece failed to impress the United States as talks with the Farm Board aimed to buy seven million bushels of wheat. Indications of a potential deal show weak backing from the Farm Board. A spokesman remarked the plan lacks cash credit, signaling uncertain prospects for cooperation.

Washington Iecian Farm Board

Unemployment in Coal Industry Sparks Trade Worry

In Newcastle area a coal industry update shows fears of mass layoffs if supply contracts reverse and withdrawal of mobility is enforced. Chairman Mr. McDonald warns a collapse could disrupt overseas trade and cause widespread dislocation, threatening 500 workers.

Rydney Com. McDonald McDonald

No Invitation for De Valera at Ottawa Conference

New York Times Ottawa correspondent reports Canada may bar the Free State from the Imperial Conference if it repudiates the oath of allegiance. A White Paper outlines obligations but no formal government statement. Government deliberations reflect fear of excluding the Free State from the British Commonwealth table.

New York Ottawa New York Times Free State de Valera British Commonwealth of Nations Canada Dominions

Irish Free State cabinet re drafts reply to Britain

Dublin officials say the delay in replying to the British government stems from redrafting. At least two Free State cabinet ministers opposed the uncompromising nature of the original draft and urged more friendly terms, a move De Valera approved.

Dublin Wednem Ing. I Free State de Valera

Bondholders Won't Negotiate on NSW Mortgage Terms

Agent-General Willis and Mr Lang L report talks with NSW stock representatives. They will not discuss morgtorum owed to the Commonwealth. If Commonwealth and States make a joint representation, suspension of interest payments or a rate cut could yield arrangements beneficial to Australia.

London New South Wales A. C. Wille Lang

Treasury Bills Australia To Get Lower Interest

London report states Australia will renew treasury bills totaling 14.6 million pounds with a lower interest rate. An additional 250000 pounds of the original loan will be repaid at maturity as part of the satisfactory conclusion of negotiations.

London Weithering Australia Financial News Treasury

Unions to Interview Premier Over Contingency Strike

Sydney, Thursday. Mr Mallett secretary of the Northern Colliery Owners Association says the association has worker doubts about the government's withdrawal of a militiary measure. Mr Rees, president of the Mineral Federation, will press government to continue the nubility and discuss a possible strike action. Union leaders plan to interview the Premier early next week.

Sydney Mallett The Northern Colliery Owners’ Assocition Ion Hag Fed~eration Rees Tt In Mona

Struck Dead by Lightning on Golf Course in London

A retired business man Chr Kelly and his six year old caddy were killed by lightning near the 7th hole as a sudden storm struck during a golf round at Maidenhead. Both sheltered under an umbrella when struck. their bodies were found on the green with severe burns. A partner was also struck but survived.

London Bunimas Chr Kelly Whaw Howe

NSW Lotteries Director Warns of Interstate Threats

The Director of Lotteries Mr Whitton warned that observed interstate lotteries were hurting State Lottery ticket sales. He threatened to raise prices in response to the competition, likening the rivals to drowning men clutching at tem.

Sydney Mr Whitton

British deficit forecast for next year announced

London Thursday reports the Ministry for Finance estimates a budget deficit of about £17,036,000 for the coming year. The shortfall is expected to be funded by a new issue of bonds.

London Ministry For Finance

Debenture Holders Ruling Under Victorian Act

Melbourne judge rules that debentures of Colonial Gas, Metropolitan Gas, and Electrolytic Zinc are mortgagees under the Financial Emergency Act but interest reductions apply only to Victoria registered debentures. The full covenanted interest may be paid if the board of directors approves.

Melbourne Colonial Gas Asociation Metropolitan Gas Company Electrolytic Zinc Company Victoria

Greece Offers Postponed Wheat Purchase Amid Trade Talks

Greece presented a December offer as talks continue on wheat imports and embargoes affecting Argentina and Australia. The board signals limited capacity for long term financing while administration seeks a $100 million foreign aid appropriation to support purchases, especially in the Orient.

Boant Ince Gresce Placine A Foresien Salen The Orient

Unseemly Scene In Death Chamber Turns Upset Scene

In Melbourne a funeral home worker found an elderly woman’s body on the floor after leaving to fetch a coin. Relatives had gathered inside Windsor house, scanning hiding places for a supposed silver board as the undertaker placed the body on display.

Melbourne Windsor

Poisoning Strikes Three Men In Newcastle

Three Newcastle boarders were taken sick early Thursday with what is believed to be ptomaine poisoning after an evening meal. George Murray 24 Eric Wilson 4 and Britten Wright 24 suffered severe pains but are now out of danger.

Newcastle George Murray Eric Wilson Britten Wright City Residential

Federal Land Tax Abolition Hurdled In Australia

A Sydney protest over the federal land tax prompted the Federal Minister for J Markets Mr Hawker to say government support for any tax changes would be unlikely. He noted the financial position limited possible adjustments and the prospect of abolition being distant.

Aneblaide Thurwlay Sydney J. Markets Hawker

Buried in Sewer Man Rescued Alive

Liimore, Thareday. William Morrissey, 4%, survived a cave in during a sewerage excavation when several tons of earth pinned him in a crouching position. He was rescued and taken to hospital suffering from shock after the collapse.

Sowarage Nim

Nugget Found Near Orange Deposit Report

A small eight ounce nugget was discovered by two prospectors at Nookerawe in a devia deposit. The nugget consisted of pure Wald ore.

Nookerawe Devia

Midnight blast traps 45 families in burning Star Film building

A midnight explosion and fire on the ground floor of the Star Film Agency building trapped 45 families in the adjacent multi storey structure. Firemen rescued inmates who jumped from windows as flames reached third and fourth floors. Six killed and 25 injured. four missing, adjoining building destroyed. Poles, soldiers, and firefighters extinguished the blaze after about 12 hours.

Laqreb Jugo Slavia Star Film Agency

Plea of guilty in attempted robbery sends old man to gaol

Charles Burton Eich aged 99, builder, was sentenced to 18 months imprisonment at the Quarter Sessions after pleading guilty to attempted robbery of Arthur Shannon at Petersham. Evidence showed Eich demanded £950, produced a revolver, claimed a bomb was involved, and threatened to blow Shannon and himself if refused.

Sydney Thurmiay Charles Burton Eich Arthur Shannon Petersham Shannon South Australia Rich Fla

Latham welcomed in Rome by British and Italian officials

The Australian Attorney-General Mr. J G Latham was welcomed in Rome by representatives of the British Foreign Office and the Italian Foreign Office. In all probability he will be received by Mussolini.

Romh Latham Fim

Wedding Crowd Triggers Police Call in Sydney

Police were summoned at a wedding in St Mephen's Church Sydney as a large crowd swelled outside the ceremony. Sir Alexander McCormack, a prominent London businessman, attended with Mr Colin Andaros. The gathering grew unruly, prompting police intervention to maintain order and ensure security for guests.

Sydney Mephen Phil Irgeon Alexander McCormack Colin Andaros London

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