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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 17, 1931

Page

3

Attitudinal Shift Amid Communist Exposure in Australia

A lengthy dispatch scans political tensions with the United Australia Party calling for strong federal action on communism. It references press campaigns, labor discord, and legislative moves under the Boullin Government, noting militant rhetoric and actions that threaten transport, public order, and civic stability. The piece centers on debates in Parliament and party responses, highlighting condemnation of Communist influence and calls for decisive policy measures.

Trade slump hits France and Germany in London report

A London dispatch notes a broad trade downturn with France showing a sharp decline on the month and Germany also down, reflecting a universal slowdown. The report cites figures in the hundreds of millions and compares November data to prior periods, signaling a fragile economic mood.

London Germany

Sweep shows anti Labour victory as Dr Earle Page tours

Dr Earle Page continued his campaign after a sweeping victory for anti Labour forces. Page expressed confidence in the party’s momentum and outlined plans as he spoke during the post election tour across key regions.

May win fifty seats United Australia and Country Party

Dr Earle Page returning to Sydney from a country tour predicted the United Country Party and United Australia Party would together win at least 500 seats with further gains possible. He said the Government lacked policy and confidence and Labour administration would be despatched. The surge of volunteer workers showed strong support for change.

Sydney Earle Page United Country Party United Australia Party Labour Page

Premiers Plan Saves 20 Million State Funds

An unexpected policy shift in Sydney led to a 20 million savings in the provincial program. Officials, including Premier Teva and finance minister Lorne, announced the measure amid a broader reform package. The move aimed to stabilize budgets and accelerate rehabilitation projects across the region.

Fragmented archaic note on economic system and employment

A scrambled historical fragment discusses Montane system and cuinie or cuirenes monetary use. It mentions productive employment and a structure unable to eliminate hardship. The note references a country’s hot honest origin and an unclear ending about reform or outcome.

Manufacturers Deny Support of Scullin Policy

Victorian manufacturers deny backing the Scullin tariff policy. The statement says manufacturers support a scientific protective policy under constant review by non-parliamentary bodies. It praises Mr Lyons policy as logical for unemployment relief and employment.

Scullin Party Lyons

Wool Sales Signals Stronger Health Tone in Japan and Sydney

Fragmentary notes indicate stronger health related signals at Wool Sales in Japan and Sydney. Mentions of buyers and markets are jumbled with illegible lines, but the overall sense points to improved health tone influencing bids and demand in early readings.

Japan

Sydney wool sale notes from scattered auction ledger

A fragmented report from Sydney shows a wool sale scene with bidders and consignments. Names and places such as Weenomuay Menara and Winehooml appear amid garbled lines, with scattered references to sales, lots, and bidders including Hoth Walwa. The text retains a sense of a local auction or market ledger with multiple proper nouns and partial figures.

Canberra Stock Sales Notice From Alphabet Auction

In Canberra, stock sales details are fragmented. The notice references a company planning a sale next April, with mentions of buyers, frame Gunthinem and Mullany, and an advert indicating immediate action for the event.

Wondaers Anil Catluyer Dy Lane Reed Init Apecekh Alli Ak Awier Alesmeds Hines Owen

Lost Rum Runner Mate's Curious Story

A disjointed fragment recounts a maritime tragedy involving a rum runner and its crew. Survivors, including a mate named Kehalt, were rescued after a perilous voyage, with references to lifeboats, the Nighthouse, and a dramatic wreck. The text hints at court or inquiry proceedings and naval actions.

Enrolment Rise in New South Wales for Federal Election

Report shows enrolments rose by 146 compared with the 1935 general election. Total enrolments reached 642 050, with the increase chiefly recorded in New South Wales where there are more enrolments than before.

New South Wittos

Poison analysis finds no toxin in Maldon stone

A government analysis of a stone contents at Bill Clarence Maldon hospital reviewing a pollen receipt found no poison. The examination noted death of Walle Maidens in a prior incident and mentioned the finding related to the stomach contents.

Bydney Hhr Bill Blarence Maldon Inevevell Hospital Deermint

New Vigour Promoted By Cure Claim From Mr Shelton

A fragmentary OCR piece reports Mr. Shelton touting a tonic or remedy named Vigour promising relief for unspecified illnesses. He implies success in treating a range of ailments and asks customers to accept his pitch and price, while defending its value and urging support.

Avoney Widnes Inca Sume aMlawist Tampa Lynn Viank Mr. Shelton Pics Campermewnn NSA Hawkins Morse

Compensation claim denied after quake case in Wellington court

In Wellington New Zealand the Appauts Court today refused the compensation claim of Parkers' Compensation Meal Works Company over a dispute tied to earthquake related losses. The ruling scrutinized the applicant company’s avcutpatts and awarded judgment to the other party, indicating the claim stood as untenable under current provisions. The decision referenced local regulations and precedent, signaling tighter scrutiny of seismic loss claims moving forward.

Wellington Welnesley Appauts Parkers’ Compensation Meal Works Company

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