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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 02, 1933

Page

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Upper House Election in Sydney Counts Many Ballots

Despite informalities three first preferences, B B O Conor was first elected to the Legislative Council on the third ballot. Subsequent counts elected J F Coates Sir Allan Taylor D Rees Henry Braddon Binks Howie Tannock Holden Nesbitt Bassett Trethowan T J Smith Mullins and D Grant on various higher counts. Quota set at 12 000 with value 1000 per vote. report notes irregularities and stray preferences.

Sydney B. B. O'Conor Comittees J. F. Coates Fed. Lab Allan Taylor UAP D. Rees State Lab Henry Braddon U.A.P Mr. Binks A. Howie Mr. Tannock Mr. Holden Mr. Nesbitt U.C.P Mr. Bassett Mr. Trethowan T. J. Smith Mr. Mullins D. Grant Paytor Messrs Sproule Fasytout Hickey Manars Onal Gtr Memry Bradios Risin

Compromise on Tariff Bill Debated by Senate and House

The Sanabe reaffirmed its right to press requests for amendments before accepting the Tariff Bill. Senators Lynch and Bretnam clashed over the Senate’s authority under the Constitution to insist on changes and to reject House provisions, while the House asserted its prerogatives and standing orders supported by Federation.

Walter Kingsmill Nen Senate Benator Lynch forney-Demaral Latham Tien Federation Bretnam Benwick Wood

Customs Boom Revenue Two Millions Over Estimates

Revenue from customs exceeded budget projections with a £226,000 gain over the previous year and £86,000 more than November 1882. Postal revenue fell £10,000 short of the estimate while pensions declined from the prior period. Five months showed lower allowances, and tariff discussions featured motions on duty reductions and compromises between the House and Senate.

Proposed Reform of House of Lords Considered in London

An unofficial joint committee formed by both Houses to study Lords reform agreed that Lord Gatlabury will introduce the bill before adjournment. It provides the House of Lords with 300 members, 100 chosen by a general hereditary peers body and 180 to be determined by the Commons.

London

Hamburg trials yield long sentences for Communiate group

In Hamburg, 28 Communiate defendants faced trial for involvement in a lightly wounded Nasi incident. Judges noted that eight were not involved in the actual adopting. Sentences ranged from nine to 16 years, reflecting the court's assessment of varying degrees of participation.

Hamburg Nasi

Arrests of Catholic Priests in Berlin Reported

Several Bavarian Catholic priests including ex deputy Father Tuahlens were arrested in Berlin on Thursday for circulating a pamphlet that allegedly called for a concentration camp at Dachau.

Berlin x-Beichatag Fath Tuahlens Falaa Dachau

British Seamen Petition Aims Ta Rehabilitate Tower Bridge Voyage

A muttered petition from Merchant Navy seamen sought rehabilitation aboard a voyage that passed under fog horns from multiple vessels. The protestors were transported to the House of Commons from Westminster Pier amid a murky scene at the river.

Tower Bridge Rps Senate Marten House Mt Commons Weethamer Pier

Trade Treaty Minister to Visit Japan During Recess

A Commonwealth Government minister will travel to Tokyo during parliamentary recess to discuss trade and other issues affecting Australia. Japan is a major wool buyer and a trade treaty is expected to strengthen economic ties. It is understood Mr Latham will lead the mission.

Commonwealth Tokio Japan Latham

FRENCH MOVE FOR NEGOTIATION OF CONSUL GENERAL WILL OPEN DISCUSSION

The French Government plans to invite Australia to negotiate a trade treaty. Australia’s exports to France in 1982 were £7,000,000 while France’s exports to Australia were £1,200,000. The move aims to balance trade and counter Japanese influence, with Australia seeking access for wool, wheat and frozen meat. Preliminary discussions are expected to start via the French Consul General in Australia.

Ministry of Commerce Australia Brance France al J Argenting Tt Tm Ranch Comms-General

Darling River flood warning issued by Weather Bureau

Weather Bureau warns of rising Darling River and tributaries with potential heavy rains. Barwon River at Walgett reaches 30 feet at 9 am. Communications disrupted as floods threaten Meuvidle and surrounding zones. roads swallowed by torrents and several towns affected.

Sydney Weather Bureau Darling Walgett Barwon Tour Mnches Meuvidle Saksarin Emma Feld Ieee Finner Ts Ubeiver

Flood Rescue Near Lamplaugs and Gordon Valley

A car was swept into a seven foot water channel near Lamplaug and Gordon Valley as heavy northeast Victoria rain caused widespread flooding. Baldwin and a white woman were rescued. Gordon family marooned at Belvet Creek hotel with others. A rescuer was washed away and rescued with difficulty. Train services were disrupted across Bendigo Ballarat Creewick and Castlemaine districts.

Melbourne Baldwin Lamplaugs Gordon Gordon Valley Belvet Creek Victoria Bendigo Ballarat Creewick Castlemaine

Outrage in St Peters and Flood Ravages Harsh Weather

A chaotic report details bomb outrage in St Peters alongside widespread floods from the Grampians to Canoaape. Heavy rain drenched towns like Bendigo Creek area causing dam and shopping district damage. Police allege explosive materials were seized amid a dangerous security incident and a prior blast near a wheat field is noted.

Grampians Canoaape Bendigo Rome Creswick Mussolini Pope al Ia Iin Sptonelattom St Peta Mallee Maaide Raupanyup Prao Panato Clade Leomardo Boosie

World’s Richest Prince Visits Jewels Worth Millions

The Nikam of Hyderabad, reputedly India’s wealthiest prince with an estimated fortune of 40 million, entertained the Viceroy and Lady Willingdon in Calcutta. Lord and Lady Willingdon viewed jewels valued at about 2.7 million amid oriental splendor.

Calcutta Nikam Hyderabad India Willindon Willingdon Jeweta

Austrian Punish of Nazis Reported in Vienna

In Vienna reports describe actions against Nazi offenders as authorities pursue penalties. The text notes ongoing measures and a crackdown on collaboration and extremist activities within Austria.

Wheat Relief Bill Aims Early Payments to Growers

Prime Minister Lyons introduced the Wheat Growers Relief Bill to provide £1.6 million up to June 30 next, funded by a flour tax, tobacco duty, and a property tax, with Treasury Bills repayable in 1934 and 1935. The plan targets growers not liable for income tax and includes rebates for Tasmania and a distribution formula across states.

Mr. Lyons House of Representatives Ohio Treasury Australia Commonwealth Rae I Wan Lavan Ubis Tobe Protrom Tev Commonwealth Bank Australis Ici Bie Lyone Pemce

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