34 per cent loan at 99 in London
An official statement from London notes immediate conversion of £16,647,000 in Australian loans bearing 4 percent interest. Neville Chamberlain agrees to a commonwealth of Australia issue to refund certain loans, with £16.5 million underwritten to borrow and options on £17.854 million. The operation, delayed by dollar uncertainty, aims to reduce interest and improve terms for New South Wales and overall savings. PRESS WELCOMES TERMS.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neville Chamberlain
Australia
Joana
London
Tha Laveetor
Te Pontlaund
Are Wits Tm Op Rass
Techie At
Jeevic
New South Wales
Statement by Mr Lyons in the House of Representatives
In the House of Representatives the Prime Minister stated the Loan Council had been in touch with the High Commissioner Bruce about a further conversion, but unfavourable financial conditions delayed the announcement. The Financial Times notes Australia’s credit allows 8 percent loans at 90, with 5 percent issues possible elsewhere. The Morning Post credits Mr Bruce and advisers for the Dominion's conversion and financial welfare.
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Ronm
Bruce
Theatiow
London
Australia
Commonwealth
Morning Post
Dominion
J. Bruce
Australis
Dollar rises as sterling stalls in global markets
New York reports a sharp dollar rise while sterling faltered in early European trading. The franc dropped to its monthly low, and the pound faced declines amid shifting currency flows. Analysts cite capital movements toward the dollar and stabilization efforts as factors behind the uneven currency landscape.
Building Plans for Employment in U S A
A west building programme aims to spend 14 000 000 000 dollars over two years to stimulate employment. An exhaustive NRA report discusses possible government financed construction and inventories a real property programme for housing recreation facilities right of ways and large expenditures on commercial improvements and educational facilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Mond
First Wave of Liquor Repeal Sparks New York Melee
Report from New York on repeal night in 1933 detailing effort to supply wine and liquor after prohibition ends. Officials announce exhibitions and shipments, while dry forces seek court action to halt repeal. Licenses issued and imports from California and Europe expected as stores prepare to meet demand.
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New York
Coast
Liquor Commission
California
Europe
New
Britain's Plans for Deadlier Use of Aircraft
London dispatch notes the Admiralty and Air Ministry developing more lethal air tactics after disarmament talks. Reconnaissance planes report ranges hundreds of miles and diving attacks scar ships’ weakly armoured zones. Torpedoes and machine guns target frigates from very low heights, signaling a new era of naval air power.
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London
Harald
Admiralty
Air Ministry
Hembern
Achtor
Mapus
Unclear wartime aerial collision report in early Munich note
Fragmentary OCR recalls a mid air collision and fatalities involving squadrons near a river and references to Munich, sermons, and a cultural section. Text is highly garbled with multiple overlapping fragments and no coherent events or dates.
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Lee Ee
Etl Goering
Wutshire
Wahmset
Munich
Joo Eiber
Snes
Mauibarer
Raualitien
Ue Cultural Beritagn
Yan Ger
Spain Final Figures In Election No Group With Majority
Spain announced final election figures showing no group holding a clear majority amid fears of a revolutionary strike. Analysts note rising tensions as labor actions surge and political blocs realign ahead of any coalition talks.
Likely in Irish Free State RepuBlic or Dominion
A brief note describes uncertainty about whether the Irish Free State is a republic or a dominion, reflecting British constitutional considerations and potential constitutional status discussions.
Election results and Irish Free State note reaction
Madrid reports final election tallies with The Right 201 Centre 150 The Left 118 and a predicted 8 majority for the Right if aligned with Sentra The Government orders nationwide case closures and bans meetings The Cabinet approves a reply to Mr de Valera's note to the British Government awaiting debate in Lords and Commons Lord Danesford to raise the issue tomorrow on whether Britain should respond to the Free State Republic declaration and Valera's demands
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Madrid
Centre
Sentra
Dominions
J. J. Thomas
de Valera
Executive Council
House of Lords
House of Commons
Lord Danesford
Valera
Free State
Race in Europe and the Irish Question in Westminster
A fragmented report discusses European options for the Commonwealth and Republic choosing among London Paris Berlin and Rome amid Irish issues. It notes cabinet hours of debate on the Irish question and mentions statements in the House of Commons and pressure from leaders including Valera, with concerns over influencing a general election and Empire unity.
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Avublon
Mummy
Tondon
Paris
Berlin
Rome
Commonwealth
Republic
Daily Herald
Fraser
Garmxny
Taly
J. H. Thomas
House of Commons
Selina Ttia
de Rate
Valera
Ee Republic
Free State
Daily Telegraph
Cabijmet
Ge Vaiers
Empire
Indian ultimatum to Japan in cotton negotiations
Calcutta dispatch says India has issued a final ultimatum to Japan in the cotton talks. The terms were not disclosed and the Japanese delegation was warned that there would be no further bargaining. Tokyo has been asked for instructions in response.
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Calcutta
India
Japan
Japanses
Hae
Tokla F
Government Proposals Spur Pro-Natalist Rules Amid Depression
The article notes government moves to promote population growth, including grants and bonuses to parents with multiple children and civil servants, amid the global economic crisis. It cites raised incentives, free education plans, and widespread policy shifts. it also mentions immigration and fascist Italy’s population campaign against a backdrop of declining birth rates.
Government speeds to finalise business by Friday
The government intends to finish business on the notice paper by Friday and is lengthening sittings to achieve this. The House met on Monday, continuing discussions and preparations.
De Valera Preferred to O Duffy in Ulster View
London report from Margula Dufferin notes Ulster rejects the idea that General O Duffy would replace Eamon de Valera. The Ulster stance says the two share similar economic aims, and Ulster sees the Blu Shirts as neither Ulster nor England’s ally. The piece emphasizes Ulster’s skepticism toward O Duffy and favors de Valera’s policy continuity.
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London
Margula Dufferin
Evening Standard
Ulster
General O'Duffy
de Valera
General O'Durty
Sremret
Pica
Wepai
England
de Valer
de Valere
Fingland
Naval Clash and a Bleak Outlook in the Pacific
The article warns of a tense Pacific future with US Japan rivalry growing. It cites a Washington Conference as a near avert, predicts Japan gains in naval power by 1931 and a looming new naval conference in 1885 to address rising seas.
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London
United States
Japan
Washington
JHC
South Gem Islands
Mora
Laver
Rise in bread price as bakers pass on flour tax
New South Wales bakers voted to raise the price of a loaf by half a penny and the federal Capital Territory will follow. The Flour Tax Bill appears to shift costs to consumers while Labour opposes the measure, warning of higher bread prices and a £500,000 hit to bakers and millers through the tax's effect on loaf pricing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New South Wales
Federal Capital Territory
House of Representatives
Scullin
Master Bakers Propose Bread Price Increase in Australia
Dearer bread announced by Master Bakers Association of Australia led by J Taraal due to an imposed tax. NSW impact set at about £2 18s per ton if state tax removal occurs. nationwide burden estimated around £20,000. Bakers oppose retrospective tax as unjust affecting workers. protests claim lasting costs for bread delivered and sales tax coverage.
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Bydnot
Las Bees
Master ‘Bakers’ Association of Australia
J. Taraal
New South Wales
Laver
Jarisl
Canberra
Casey
Sarani
Commonwealth
Questions in State House debate on bread and wages in Sydney
The Legislative Assembly discussed rising breed prices tied to the Federal Flour Tax and the impact on the basic wage. Premier Stevens said the government is reviewing the industry with a judicial report awaited, while Labour members pressed for wage and bread price safeguards. A later exchange touched on bread costs and potential adjustments to keep bread near a preset level.
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Sydney
Legislative Assembly
Stevens
Davies
Lab
Tudotrial Commission
Lasaurtat
Brevena
Big bake off for millers and bakers debate
In a heated session, Mr Scullin contends wheat relief as a tax proposal faces scrutiny. The debate centers on fiscal measures affecting bakers and millers, with opponents arguing impact on prices and consumers.
Clynes and Grovens Debate Government View on Bread Prices
Mr Clynes speaking for Labour criticizes statements about bread prices as exaggerating profits. He said loitering factors and the day to day outlook affect the industry and are for government consideration.
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Clynes
Lab
Grovens
State bill to lift tax on flour discussed in assembly
Sydney Tuesday report shows the Premier introducing a bill to remove the state flour tax of £4/16 per ton and align with federal duties. Debate covered price impacts, timing, and continuation of the power to set flour prices, with opposition questioning bread cost rises.
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Sydney
Legislative Assembly
Stevens
Lang
Lasxerin
Lab
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Pepital Fioto
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Irish Free State
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RUSH
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