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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 18, 1932
Page
1
Extended two day Odawa Conference negotiations show Britain delaying departure from Ottawa. British leaders Baldwin and colleagues will stay until Sunday with talks unlikely to produce a plenary session before then. Delegates stress reluctance to concede meat quota and aim for a mutually acceptable settlement.
London report outlines a provisional plan to resolve religious and communal issues in British India. It details electoral provisions, separate constituencies for Hindus and Muslims, special seats for Sikhs, Anglo Indians, and other groups, and a women’s representation scheme. The goal is to reach agreement before the bill becomes law, balancing minority safeguards with provincial representation and Labour influence.
Fragmentary text shows a pressmen's joke about a cable from a newspaper inquiry on quid pro quo and economic undercutting. Mentions Russia, Canada, Britain, and quotas amid debates on meat trade, credits, and interchanges. References to Australia and Argentina with stalled negotiations and intraquotas.
An air force operation reports troop carriers moving over Vairo and Tamale with a landing at Tamale. The mission involved Lipone agents and a large transport force totaling 1,708 personnel and 444 vehicles across the waterland region.
The New York Evening Post and The Herald Tribune predict Ottawa may fail to produce a lasting accord. Observers cite formidable obstacles between Britain and the opposing side, suggesting only a significant conference breakthrough could alter political futures.
A 1929 budget debate discusses social service costs and wage standards. Cabinet plans touch on allowances for households and a commission inquiry led by Mr Newell. The ministers consider classifications for high school wages and related civil service pay scales.
The Australian and New Zealand Association for the Advancement of Science held its conference in Sydney with nearly 1,000 delegates. Prominent scientists from astronomy, mathematics, chemistry, geology, sociology, meteorology, economics, and more attended, as civic reception speakers urged science to play a key role.
London reports £23,000,000 saving expected from stock conversion. The Daily Telegraph notes plans to convert other issues as part of national development. Praises push for science based growth, cites Australia’s future and economic primacy driven by investment in industry and labour leadership.
Kingsford Smith deferred his flight to New Zealand due to health concerns from carbon monoxide poisoning suffered during his return from England. He plans to resume the tour of beaten paths and travel to Victoria soon after recovery.
Frank Wheeler, a 22 year old clerk, appeared at the Quarter Sessions accused of misappropriating a second book of his employer. The record notes a defense claiming Wheeler took the blame to protect another. The jury returned a verdict of not guilty and Wheeler was discharged.
A garbled London dispatch reports prime reaction to a government India meeting. The Marching Post notes a plan that would affect a wider audience and hints at anticipated improvements and potential disruptions in the plan's rollout.
The Brain Cabinet decided to dismiss all married women teachers in the Education Department and to push a policy barring women from resuming teaching after marriage. The move targets hundreds of student teachers who have trained recently and now face unemployment as the Education Department struggles to absorb them.
Newcastle report states an illuminated address bought by ex service men for Mr Lang, later refused by the former Premier, was sold to defray expenses totaling £40. The item reflects a fundraising effort linked to Lang and his political context in Newcastle.
The government proposes reforms to employ women teachers on full and part time terms, arguing it will open opportunities for many. It notes that around 1,200 women could be affected as married women teachers face changes and potential career adjustments.
The New States Country Party challenges the President of the Chamber of Manufactures to a public debate on the creation of new Federal units. Col Munro and Mr Drummond accuse Mr Bennett of opposing the move, and Mr Munro accepts a venue at a prominent hall with expenses covered.
Sydney Wemenday reports the Grasiers' Association acting president Walker refuted attacks from Chamber of Manufacturers president Gordon Henntt. He says graziers will cooperate with manufacturers for national prosperity, oppose tariffs that hinder primary industry, and defend protection as vital to wool and overall country growth.
English rugby team beats New Zealand in Wellington with key player Weil fy Mugby Lowguy scoring. match underscores England’s strong performance in the touring season.
Sydney reports a proposed reorganisation of Australian aerial services aims to connect capital cities with a Darwin or Wyndham to India route. C P T Alta states the plan would use Imperial Airways to England India, operated by Australian National Airway, Western Australian Airways, and Quaptas. Government outlay would be unchanged first year, subsidies reduced subsequently, with self support expected in three to four years.
A London dispatch reports Anana's government strengthened after a failed revolt. The republic faced church opposition over proposed bans on monastic teaching and forced schooling, with 27,000 students affected as it campaigned to consolidate control.
The conversion success sent stocks higher with gains across sectors. British pound rose while Australian credit recovered some prestige as crops and prices improve. The Evening Standard notes potential large conversion, with New South Wales debt maturing in November.
Reported incident near Kilrush describes George Gilmore and J Ryan, members of the Irish Republican Army, shot after leading a mob that opened fire on police during a Labour demonstration. Gardaí fired back, both men wounded and several arrested, crowd dispersed.
A Somaland Government delegation and allied sponsors will visit Can harra within aay of two after Parliament Heaasamblew to confer with Commonwealth representatives on the investigation of the meditiction of the aoe ARTeement. The Queens lond Governnett opposes reducing the price of sumer by half penny per pound over a year, arguing for a fair basis.
Uncertainty over the Lausanne agreement hinders budget balancing as the fate of war debts and intergovernmental finance remains unresolved. If war debts are cancelled the Commonwealth could save about £400,000 offshore, while continued payments would force Australia to tighten spending and economy measures. The British and American positions add to the expected delays in decision making.
Three Chinese merchants named Paw Toune Taont anlenman Quang Teing and Quoie Yeung Teng were charged at Centre Court in a silver fraud raid by the government. They were remanded until further hearing, as detectives pursue possible pen alties and joint schemes.
Sydney report from a PUL Hon and Badgury Ltd meeting. Chair Buckland notes evidence the market is responding to current conditions. Speakers discuss price trends and feasibility of continued investment in pastoral ventures.
Sydney reports blurred lines as Minister for Landa outlines support for attendees seeking meeting funds up to £260 from the Unemployment Bailor Council. Government distribution plans appear uncertain amid garbled text and unclear figures.
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