24 Aug 1934
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 24, 1934
Page
1
After the decisive Australian Test victory, congratulatory messages pour in to captain W. M. Woodfull. Public opinion in England suggests pressure for a final settlement of the bodyline controversy after the win.
London reports a keen Test match in which Australia secured a convincing victory over England. Bowler Bowes troubled English batsmen while Grimmett sparked praise for his control. O'Reilly and Lindwall starred for Australia as England struggled to respond and the match carried a strong undercurrent of sporting rivalry.
Hospital again for Bowes in London reports unclear note from Wednesday. The fragment mentions surgery and operation timing, with probable reference to a patient named Bowes and routine hospital update.
King George sent a congratulatory message to Australia after their win, praising the team’s brilliant batting in the rubber and expressing best wishes for a worthy display in the final test. The Australians replied, saying they were delighted but sorry England faced injuries, noting luck played a role in the toss and overall outcomes.
The Australian team received warm hospitality in London as captains and officials praised Woodfull and Bradman for record performances. Cricket fans and officials conveyed congratulations to the touring side while acknowledging the opponent’s effort and the Oval’s lively pitch conditions.
The Australian team will return to Perth on Thursday as Mr Cabier vows to present Weodfull with an urn of Adhairaiian tabera to hold ashes. The scene promises a proud, ceremonial moment despite garbled details in the report.
The Daily Telegraph criticizes the MC C C for mismanagement as public suspicion grows over a fire and season end. Sir Stanley Jackson notes a strong desire to settle fast leg theory, but uncertainty remains about how to proceed. Morning Post editors mock nonselected players and sensational politics fueling disgust among cricket fans.
Excerpts from various papers describe a century of cricket dullness in a test match with quotes from Jardine and Warner. Critics acknowledge Australia’s superiority in batting and fielding, while England’s bowling is praised as the only bright spot.
A London report notes supporters started a fund to purchase a testimonial for Australia captain Woodfull. Chairman Stanley Jackson paid tribute to the sportsperson and crowd loyalty, while public sentiment expressed hope that the best side would prevail.
Shanghai reports mounting tension as Japanese and Soviet forces clash at the Siberian frontier amid bandit outrages and Amur River skirmishes. Manchukuo accuses the Soviet of Red espionage while arresting more railway workers, intensifying fears of a broader clash over control of the Chinese Eastern Railway under the Mukden Treaty.
Fragmented report from Parie notes Saar tour by Hitler aides as campaign moves forward. Germany’s leader, through a Coblenz correspondent, sends congratulations on Saar return, while British observers and Australian ties feature in skewed dialogue about national unity and economic strain.
A deputation from the Lancashire cotton industry met Australia’s High Commissioner Mr Bruce to protest new duties they deem harmful to Britain Australia warns retaliation could target British goods including groceries but the deputation dissociates from any boycott by grocers and cannot influence retailers Mr Bruce cautions the move could be disastrous and outlines Australia’s trade context with Britain and other nations.
A London briefing summarizes The Times view of Lancashire anti cotton duties and Ottawa Agreement disputes. It notes political pressure on trade policy, potential reprisals for Australia trade, and doubts about tariff boards while urging careful interpretation of Article 10. The piece questions Britain’s balance between government stance and practical trade needs.
Nominations for the forthcoming House of Representatives and Senate elections were filed with the Commonwealth Electoral Office. A total of 262 candidates contest 74 House seats and 67 Senate vacancies across states and territories, with several notable entrants and a rare unopposed return.
In New South Wales Nominations for elections totalled 110 in Western division and 13 for the three Senate posts in North Sydney and surrounding districts. The list includes Barton Drew Communist Eldridge State Labour Lane UAP and many others across districts including Calare Eden Monaro Hume Hunter Lang Macquarie Newcastle North Sydney Parramatta Riverina Warringah Wentworth Werriwa and more with sitting members noted along with party affiliations.
Report states the government is sending representations to Australia on cotton duties and the move is welcomed according to the Daily Telegraph. Meanwhile, the universal boycotts have been suspended.
Fragmented report from Melbourne on Thursday recounts Frank Brennan a former Attorney General addressing political and industrial factions. The text cites a speech by Str. Basaley in Sydney and mentions BY Bowlin, with unclear claims of support and alignment across wings.
The chairman Th. Kelly told the Perpetual Trustee Co Ltd annual meeting that legislation must give equal consideration to mortgagees landlords and mortgagors to avoid harm to the community. He warned that interference with obligations could trigger disruptive effects.
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