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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 18, 1934
Page
1
Lancashire merchants refuse to stock Australian Oduce products as grocers announce a boycott. Local shopkeepers state they will not sell the goods, citing supply concerns and market impact. The action highlights regional trade tensions affecting imports and retailer choices.
London reports from The Daily Telegraph that despite statements by the Joint Committee, a boycott is active with 200 grocers in Bolton pledging not to handle Australian produce until duties are withdrawn. Australian butter orders have been withdrawn and debate continues on trade relations and cotton duties between Britain and Australia.
A fragmented report notes a banquet held to address economic strain and the recovery seen across Canada amid a difficult global period. It emphasizes resolve to tackle the tough problems facing the union and expresses conviction that progress is possible.
In Sydney the Full Court of Criminal Appeal today denied there was any interference with jurors who convicted John Gray of false pretences at the February Quarter Sessions. Gray, sentenced to three years, claimed jury tampering during his appeal proceedings. The court found no foundation for tampering allegations and adjourned the appeal.
The American Ambassador presided at the Board of Trade Wheat Advisory Committee. A communique said the United States delegation reported crop failures this year and the prior year reducing acreage to aid American wheat farmers. The U S government will keep area sown below the reduced level if other nations share in the adjustment. The U S delegation claimed the acreage cut implies an average ten year yield loss of hundreds of millions of bushels. The committee will meet again tomorrow.
The Minister for Commerce Mr Stewart announced negotiations with Canada completed for free entry of Australian flour into Western Canadian ports. If Canadian flour sales are affected by Australian imports the general tariff would apply to Australian flour.
Dr. Poulter reports Rear Admiral Byrd endured extreme cold and near starvation during the first three weeks of June and the past two weeks. Byrd kept a food heavy routine in a sleeping bag area, eating powdered milk, snow melted foods, canned maize tomatoes cereals and lemon powders. A June 15 note hints at letters and delayed tractor arrival as Byrd’s health declined.
London report says England unlikely to risk Henry Voce in the fifth test at The Oval due to injuries. Thomas Moult in the Daily Telegraph notes Voce may miss the match with Allen also doubtful and Farnes as likely substitute if Voce cannot play.
Notts secretary Mr. H A Brown said no tele pot or other document was received from the L C C or selectors. No committeemen have resigned or signaled intent to resign. Bir Stanley Jackson noted Middlesex preferred not to bat due to injury but was asked to play to test fitness. Waltern’s post Worcester status and Mr Bushby’s talk with Bull and Woodfull about a threatened walkout are noted. The Dominion Secretary commented on the discussions and questioned the direction of sport.
The Foreign Office spokesman said the Foreign Office and the Army are consulting over unsettled border incidents and Sino-Eastern Railway outrages. A score of Soviet railway workers were arrested Sunday for a plot against Manchukuo.
Queensland UAP hopes for victory as Prime Minister Lyons predicts re election for all three Government senators and gains in Herbert and Brisbane from Labour. Senator Foll reports evident strong support for the Government after initial doubts.
Mr Lyons will depart Brisbane on Saturday by plane for Sydney then proceed to Canberra on Sunday and continue to Melbourne that afternoon. He will fly to Tasmania and return to Melbourne at the conclusion of his Tasmanian tour. A possible additional flight to South Australia may occur.
The three Short Rangoon flying boats of the RAF will depart Basra on September 5 and reach Darwin on September 26. They will stop at Brisbane October 2 Sydney October 5 and Melbourne October 8, staying until November 12 before returning via the same route. Commanded by Group Captain Saul the flight includes several officers and air crew with wireless gear for nocturnal communication.
Mr Lyons stated that the Soviet government offers a 10 percent internal loan, noting banking is fully nationalised there. He argued this counters political calls to nationalize banking in Australia and claimed Commonwealth internal loan rates are now the lowest in history.
In Paris at Le Mana a crowd watched a parachutist named Joan Perrod become entangled when she hung by a rope 45 feet beneath an aircraft during an aviation display. The scene caused horror among spectators.
Rome reports Signor Mussolini ordered the immediate withdrawal of Italian troops from the Austrian frontier following the Vienna revolt.
A butcher identified as Rees, aged 26, was imprisoned three years and fined £60 after police alleged he staged two finger amputations to claim compensation from an insurance company. Judy Sheridan described the act as wicked and ghoulish, while Thorap ruled the man liable for fraud.
The Country Party HQ in ney indicates A Brumby will challenge sitting MP J A Guy for the Bass seat in Tasmania. It also notes three Senate hopefuls branded as Country Party candidates run on a platform of State rights.
Evangelist minister Rev. R. Askew of Boldaboro North Carolina was abducted today while driving his car and held for a 25000 dollar ransom. His wife received a note demanding cash or he would be killed.
A girl fell from a plane after a rope caught on a cockpit step at about 1,000 feet. The pilot, unaware at first, finally realized the danger and tried to land safely but the girl was dashed to pieces on impact.
The Murrumbidgee River peaked at Gundagai and leveled off yesterday. Water has moved toward Wagga, expected to rise another foot, while the Murray continues to rise but with low flood risk. Tumutta’s river level falls quickly.
Calcutta reports a ferry boat disaster in Bihar Province with more than 170 feared drowned. The vessel carrying passengers and bullocks capsized after beginning to rock mid-stream as the animals leapt into the river.
John Labatt, prominent London brewer, was released at 6 53 a m Friday after a Tuesday kidnapping. Police confirmed the safe return of the business magnate to his home in London Ontario.
A July report notes a 0.3 percent rise in the cost of food. The modest increase reflects lingering price pressures on groceries and dining items for households.
Amsterdam reports Anthony Fokker attacking the Melbourne centenary air race as a pure publicity stunt with little commercial aviation value. He notes only the prize sponsor chocolate maker benefits, while firms like Hiscom and K Ltd show mixed interest and doubt participation.
The United Textile Workers of America ordered a general strike affecting about 500000 workers in the north and south and possibly 250000 more in oil, rayon, and other branches. The convention demands abolition of company unions and a 40 hour week with full pay, likely starting September 1.
Arthur Smith aged 45 from Hurstville drowned while fishing at La Perouse with a mate named Baker. They were on rocks when a wave swept Smith into the sea. Baker’s line briefly saved him but snapped and he was lost. A second rescuer also failed to reach him as police patrolled the foreshore.
Renewal of bread price dispute hits Sydney suburbs with bakers resuming competition over loaf costs. Local bakers report market strain as supply and prices come under pressure amid the renewed war over bread.
A Himalaya story describes sands near a lake gleaming with gold hues. Local workers and researchers note unusual mineral deposits and potential small-scale mining interest amid rugged terrain and high-altitude climate.
In 1923 he fled from Russia with three companions to India and found a lake amid a sand desert gleaming with gold dust. After staking claims they were betrayed to the O.G.P.U. police, who seized the gold and imprisoned them for ten years. Yulieff is in Lucknow planning an expedition to the lake.
A mid air propeller failure on the New Airways City of Brisbane demonstrated safety when the aircraft, flying with two engines after the centre propeller fractured, landed safely. Pilot J Weir executed a controlled approach and landing with two engines as a new propeller was installed.
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