24 Apr 1931
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 24, 1931
Page
1
A garbled report from a Commonwealth era scene mentions federal oversight and a Commonwealth Bank, with references to depositors and board action. It hints at forthcoming steps by authorities, including a board decision and potential measures affecting banking operations. The fragmentary text suggests formal proceedings and anticipated announcements.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss James Baye and Langwan and a loan council unable to meet debts. References to New South Wales financial troubles, a deficit, and a surplus affecting the Council’s position. Some names and figures are garbled and uncertain.
A cryptic statement to day warnings unfold over Lang plan collapse. Officials warn of autotomy adoption and perilous outcomes, signaling a drastic shift amid labor tensions and state repercussions. The text hints at frail alliances and potential brave moves by leaders amid the ill fated episode.
In London on Wednesday a communications inquiry questioned why nonplanés were not represented. Officials Be and Mer Montague Yor Ain and Réespore-Larwin were cited in the discussion regarding postal routing and handling of messages in the capital.
Attorney General Brennan announced findings from Major Jones inquiry into leakage of cables between Scullin Lyons and Enton. The report says a Melbourne Herald reporter obtained cables from Lyons file or via access by an unknown person, prompting calls to bar Alexander from public offices until justified.
A conference of union secretaries demanded government approval to amend railway slots and insisted that union consultation occur before appointments to important positions. The conference endorsed a prior decision that union leaders would not give evidence to the Lowialsty Relef Committee, and examined inquiry into arbitration.
An English Air Mail plane departs Melbourne for Sydney with a stop in London and Darwin noted. The flight schedule indicates onward routing via Kingsford Smith and a planned arrival on May 18, detailing the long voyage across multiple stops and destinations.
Sharp losses hit Australian shares during New York trading as investors react to weaker Wall Street closes. Major indices slump with declines across sectors, led by banks and resource firms. Market activity shows prices retreating, downgrades and transfer of risk amid global selloff.
A damaged report describes a Tripia engined Imperial Airwave flight from City of Edinburgh that shed a propeller at Croydon Aerodrome. The passenger was thrown about six times, later ending at a Holght of 80 feet before leaping free with PAL Jimaped unhurt.
The Eble Treasury announced a private arrangement with the AYrAnamente firm for negotiating cheques by the Endowment Peyariment on the thaw. Havings Hank of New Rawih Halen is noted as part of the banking context.
A convention at Goulburn agreed on unifying seclusion movements into the Monaro South Coast League. The pledge aims to place Australia first, grant federal power, safeguard existing states, and allow provincial constitutions with periodic conventions to create new provinces. It calls for continued governance with strong safeguards and interprovincial cooperation.
The Senate adjourned the debate on the Central Reserve Bank Bill after a party-line division on the second reading, deferring further consideration for six months. Leaders clashed over committee-stage amendments as government and opposition argued about banking policy and constitutional changes, with prospects of a revised bill on the horizon.
A New South Wales session discusses proposed arbitration legislation. Thureday editorial cites John Vickers Company officials warning the bill could hurt textile operations. Legislative Council committees are reviewing the bill amid industry concerns.
Senator Bi. Solomon will move next Thursday in the Senate to table correspondence between the Commonwealth Bank Board and the Federal government. The issue concerns confidential bank correspondence and related government recourse as discussed in Ithouxtt Informed on Weimanaay.
In Trades Hall Sydney it was learned that an attempt will be made to overturn the Victorian ALP Conference decision backing the Hegan Government. The government secured a guaranteed price of 3d a bushel for wheat under the Wheat Advances Act, and the Senate session discussed related remedies and the Hank Board relationship with the Forewpurer on further advances.
In London on Wednesday officials described serious delays in imperial air services. The empire airways were starved of fuel and a first attempt at Australian air mail failed to depart, with reports noting a wet takeoff and a fatality risk undercutting the project.
London report notes a deputation representing British shipping and commercial interests urged the Suez Canal Company to immediately lower charges. They conveyed to Inchcape and urged the directors to present views to the Board at the next meeting, highlighting impact on driving trade and commerce.
The Crown Prosecutor Mr J W O Rourke has been notified that Kinorvicen will disappear from April 1. It is revealed that O Rourke recently refused to plead, claiming he had previously entered a motion. The court notes she ate hin et Loonie up waste.
Heavy rain battered Newcartle with four inches falling by morning. The town faced rising waters disrupting roads and trapping people and animals. A sandbag wall was erected to curb flood damage while residents prepared to move belongings. A serious incident left one person injured and several smaller areas isolated by the downpour.
A House of Lords dispute over amendments to a Farm Lands Bill sparked a crisis mood in London. Banbury warned against rejecting a key clause while Lord De La Warr argued the Lords defended the Crown. after Lord Malisham urged no rejection the clause passed 78 to 70 as the Lords adjourned at midnight.
Fragmented OCR text reports on political maneuvering in London involving Lordship, government intervention, and conservative reactions. It references Ramaay MacDonald, Hacse of Lorie, and debates over policy and social reforms amid opposition to a planned intervention. The passage is garbled but indicates a contentious political climate.
Mr. dC. Watson, president of the National Guards and Motorinin' association, urged the Commonwealth to curb petrol price exploitation. He cited profits and monopolistic conditions, noting a near 80 percent rise and high distribution costs. He called for government action to protect consumers and counter price manipulation.
A distorted report from London argues Australia's prosperity hinges on population growth and industry to support overssea debts. It notes British sympathy yet questions remain about sustaining living standards as Australia, a young nation, relies on primary industries to finance its overseas obligations.
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