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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 08, 1934
Page
2
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The Ganderra Times reports in 1934 that both Commonwealth and New South Wales governments see value in pursuing and supporting the attainment of Mr Ulvar. The piece urges relentless effort to locate him, viewing it as a duty of the nation.
The report lists January to November temperature ranges and rainfall totals, noting scorched conditions at Guusabuyen. It references max and min temperatures and December rainfall, compiling inconsistent figures across months. The text is fragmented but indicates weather data for the year and local record-keeping by date.
Sydney court reports a cashier, Frederick Weale, charged with defalcation at a race event. He admits misappropriating funds over three and a half years, claiming the money was extended and misused. Sentenced to two years imprisonment with one week deducted.
An 87 year old labourer James Onnper Mawes was charged at the police coast today with stealing a small amount from the Haymarket branch bank in New South Wales. The defense faces a December 14 deadline, with about £2 recovered.
Expulsion orders unleashing a grim march as families and individuals flee across the border under police escort. Hungarian nationality fate tears families apart as men, women, and children trudge through cold rain carrying scant possessions toward uncertain refuge.
An expedition spanning 4200 miles uncovers Roman roads and fortifications in central Yugoslavia. Scholars report Bronze Age treasures and a long abandoned strategic site tied to ancient expeditions and fortifications, with digging set to continue.
The Prime Minister Lyons will fly to Brisbane for the inaugural Australia England air mail service ceremony with Dr. Marie Page and will travel by car to Sydney. Various ministers including Purkenilly Whiter Mengion Patel and Thorby depart for Melbourne and Canberra as the government positions shift during the event period.
The article reports on government proposals to impose five duties per ton on nine high grade zinc and related units, aiming to protect domestic X ray equipment suppliers. It notes conflicting views from Australian manufacturers and the potential broad impact on prices, copper, and related industries amid calls for balanced protection and minimal consumer cost.
Strong complaints from Manchester and London critique policy shifts in Lancashire. The discussion centers on modified wordings and perceived departures from the Ottawa agreement terms, with observers alleging government missteps and strained political protocols amid regional leadership tensions.
London reports that UK displeased by Australian tariff reductions with retaliation implied. The Times hints at a mutual shift to apply variations recommended by the Tariff Board, aligning with Ottawa principles. Manchester dispatches call Cardiff duties inadequate and of little practical value, reflecting broader concern.
In a parliamentary session, speakers argued about Aboriginal Australians paying taxes and services. The debate touched on national income, per capita contributions, and the power balance between Commonwealth and States. The exchange included discussion of divorce, alimony, and cross-border issues, with references to legal and citizenship questions.
The Chamber of Commerce president Mr RM Clarks Seth Lu Day Thal announces new duties reducing cotton imports and affecting Lancashire manufacturers. The move aims to curb imports and protect domestic clothing industry as rail and textile sectors brace for price shifts and altered supply lines.
The Retail Traders Association of New South Wales secretary Mr Sennett said new duty reductions on cotton piece goods would be passed on to the public. He added the reductions would likely be reflected in clothing prices, possibly to a substantial extent.
The Interior Minister introduced in the House a Nationality Bill to apply Hague Convention principles. It seeks to preserve a wife's nationality on marriage to a foreigner and allows the husband’s naturalisation not to affect the wife without her consent. Strong women’s groups urged reform to ease inequality and hardship. The second debate was adjourned.
The Right Honourable the Lot Sempil is hosted at Government House Canberra with Mina Ge Teese as guest of Honour Laity Damien. cérémonie style article notes Australian official residence visit and dignitary reception.
Mr Merwon, Country Party member for Borneo, gives notice in the House of Representatives of an inquiry into the operation of the Commonwealth Bank. The discussion covers banking and secret system aspects, exchange rate considerations, and whether the bank should confer with the treasury to protect export industries and currency with sterling.
The Lord Mayor Alderman Parker opened a fund in Sydney to aid the man who suffered during the oda in Vicorig. A meeting was convened for Monday next to discuss funding and support procedures.
Auckland hearing set for tasman flyers Whitehead Nicholl to appear before magistrate on charges related to aircraft safety and New Zealand regulatory breaches. Officials state proceedings follow voluntary appearance and focus on alleged violations of air regulations.
Edwards has been named private secretary to a Dr Basle Page minister for commerce. Midwards previously served on the Commonwealth staff in New York and as private secretary to Sir Joseph Carruthers, former premier of New South Wales.
The Minister of Justice Paterson explained the bill to amend the Sant nf Gov ernment Admpinateatin Act 1904i% tua vend. m second time in the Room af Rapraumtativen yesterday. It concerns leasing of lands unused after the Federal Capital Dominianian left existence in IW. The aim is to bring lands under section 65 of the Sant Acquisition Act. It was purely a mal mat in and he commended it to the House. debate adjourned.
In Newcastle on Friday a procession marched along Hunter Street with police targeting union officials. Twelve officials were detained then remanded. The protest was part of a campaign linked to city store actions.
Fragmented notes show wool sales dipping as prices softened from November levels. Traders report front rates around 5 to 7 percent and the top price reaching 1884 with 14d. Market chatter mentions various buyers and sellers and fluctuating demand across the week.
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