29 Apr 1933
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 29, 1933
Page
1
Washington reports on the war debts and disarmament outlook after talks with Mr. Roosevelt and U S officials amid anticipated world conference actions. A separate Cray trial update notes a witness challenge and defense queries as testimony proceeds.
London discussions on preparing a plan for a World Food Conference focus on wheat trade. Delegations from Canada, America, Argentina and Australia considered, with Commonwealth participation uncertain amid broader restrictions. A court hearing featured testimony disputes and accusations of misconduct by police and defense.
London trade debate reveals Britain's meat imports to Dominion shipments faced limits due to heavy Australian and New Zealand mutton and lamb flows. Government planned to reduce chilled meat by one percent from January 1 as part of Ottawa agreement discussions.
Berlin Thursday: a young man was convicted of sheltering in a public nuisance and sentenced to four months imprisonment. The case, heard at the court yesterday, involved accusations of lacking means of support and other related offenses.
In the House of Representatives a debate referenced a proposed reduction in wire service charges for radio listeners. Mr Dele urged consideration of lower fees, with Mr Parkhittehh expressing hope for an early cut. The minister noted past overspends but said action could be taken by March next year and that ending patent fees may free funds for patients.
In Tendon Wine-Jaganeau reports emerge that a Labour figure has aligned with the Nuala group seeking peace terms. The move contrasts with a harsher stance from the Lengua faction, stirring political tension and signaling potential shifts in alliance patterns ahead of key votes.
The Australian Cricket Board met to discuss body-line bowling. A committee report is in the secretary’s hands and is understood to propose definite steps to eliminate the practice. The board’s views will be sent to the MCC, and the fate of the 1934 tour hangs on the decision.
Lyons said no Commonwealth representative should attend the London wheat conference without understanding the proposed representation and agenda. He expects the conference to be a precursor to the world economic conference with Mr S M Ree likely to attend for the Commonwealth.
Medical inquiry into Romemee care found the cancer treatment by Galids or other perfusatives false. Roberts issued a challenge to any doctor to prove their method in front of patients and guaranteed cancer would disappear within days.
A fragile transcription outlines the leg theory controversy in cricket, noting Wieden Cricketers Almanac references and a debated bowling method. It mentions Australian public reaction, calls the tactic leg theory or body-line, cites Hoot and Armstrong, and references trials and safety concerns.
Report of a Macassar reception for the Nieuw Holland as the Am fresian goodwill ship arrives. Government officials, a committee led by Mr Manderson, and Macassar traders discuss weather gods, dried fruits, and silver foodstuffs. Courtroom testimony and jury deliberations follow, with volatile questioning of witnesses and tensions over police conduct.
Fragmented OCR describes sleeping accommodations with second class sleepers mentioned. Details are unclear and contain garbled terms. Key entities or dates are not discernible to extract a precise event or organization.
A weather report from Sydney notes unsteady rain across parts of the Northern Riverina and Central West, bringing some relief after a prolonged dry spell. Light showers spread to the Southern Mileria and North-Wenland as the Weather Bureau records steadier rainfall.
The Chief Inspector of the Department of Agriculture Mr Mtenning says large portions of the wheat belt did not receive rain in early this month. Southern areas suffered dry conditions through the summer. Riverina’s rainfall for the month was only four inches, far below the normal mean.
A government white paper outlines terms of Anglo German commercial relations and a finalized agreement with Argentina. The plan states German articles such as ropes instruments and jewelry will face duty limits matching prior terms, and Britain will cap coal exports at a monthly 180 000 tons, with ratification expected soon.
At a British Chamber dinner in London, leaders discussed tariff policy and its role in countering deficits. Mr. Grice warned Britain had not balanced the budget and warned of suspending sinking fund payments. Australia urged restraint and broader Anglo American cooperation amid strained finances.
The price of petrol drops across several suppliers after one-day announcements. Four landingy patrol companions cut prices by about 12 to 1/9 and 1/T, with Mirabees and Vacuisa Oil following to protect trade. NIMA president Thomas Waterman welcomed the move, predicting relief for motorists and stronger competition at Milford, Wales.
An aeroplane crash near Mamcot aerodrome left pilot Jamon West 34 Beecroft and two American passengers severely injured but alive. The machine hit a mud bank after a 100 foot dive and was completely wrecked. All three were rushed to Sydney Hospital with multiple fractures and head injuries.
In a Commonwealth debate the leader criticized a recent Roosevelt and Bonn recommended credit expansion and world recovery plans. Prime Minister Lyons defended the notes and noted active discussions with conferees. The session stressed concerted action to improve world conditions and urged joint efforts by nations to restore prosperity.
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