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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 20, 1933
Page
1
Britain expected a strong protest as Germany, facing declining exports and a weak mark, plans to pay only 30 percent of foreign debt transfers after January 1. Dr. Schacht, head of the Reichsbank, reportedly signals a default stance.
A fragment notes tensions over financial measures in Berlin after January, with sums due and a mention of the Ralousbank past. It forecasts a strong protest as authorities respond to the policy.
London dispatch reports the steamship Dxarch ran aground at midnight Saturday near Cape Flauraay while en route to New York from Constanss, Rumenie. The captain reportedly took his own life as the vessel beached. Local rescue operations and investigations are underway.
The Omotal Receiver in Bankruptcy noted in Bankruptcy Court today a big improvement in the number of year, with a hopeful sign despite the messy OCR text. No further details provided.
The body of a woman aged about 30 was recovered from the Huster River this afternoon. She was dressed in male clothing and the death appears to have occurred several days earlier. Nearby, a Sydney Boxing Day train service updates note cancellations.
New Zealand seeks agreements with Japan France Germany Italy Belgium China Spain Greece and Poland to expand secondary industries and exports. Trade officers prepare tariff data as negotiations begin and a Commonwealth trade commissioner plans to visit to ease embargo lifts and deepen mutual business ties.
The prefatory note to Jane's Fighting Ships laments British inability to safeguard food and oil supplies if war resumes. It criticizes insufficient cruisers, one-sided alliances, and urges smaller ships, while noting foreign nations push faster, better armed vessels and Britain has only two cruisers pending.
The Washington correspondent notes a tentative plan by Secretary Wallace to tax rail processing at about four cents per 100 pounds to raise 20 million dollars. Funds would cut production by destroying milk, while critics say 11 million has already been spent to stabilize the market and that slaughter would spark public outcry amid milk shortages for children.
Washington reports the government increased the price in dollars, with the dollar weakening against foreign currencies. Sterling rose and prices advanced in several sectors as exchange rates shifted.
Fragmentary report notes a fire involving a woman’s clothing on a federal sloop. Text is garbled and incomplete but hints at costs and a nine week period, with possible legal actions and accused individuals. Further readable details are not available.
A Calfornian wine concern plans to supply Australian wine to blend with domestic stock amid scarce local supply. Authorities report widespread fraud in whiskey markets with raw alcohol colored to resemble premium brands and sold at inflated prices.
The Queanbeyan District Coursing Club will commence greyhound racing at the Queanbeyan Showground on Saturday with a seven race programme. The track is 480 yards with a 120 yard straight, eight dogs per race, and a large entry is expected for the Christmas and New Year holidays drawing inquiries from Goulburn Scots Mundra Cooma Sydney and Lithgow.
Sydney reports the Minister for Commerce said the government must secure permanent trade representation at Shanghai following the additional 64 per duable impost on wheat imports from the Nanking Government. He stressed the need to monitor the evolving tariff and maintain strong ties with Chinese officials.
In London Monae public address Sir John Simon urged adding 800,000 people yearly. By midyear Britain's financial position had improved versus the same date last year as the five half of the financial year closes.
The Commonwealth conversion loan closed with a highly satisfactory percentage of conversions and cash applicants received only a small amount. The Prime Minister Mr Lyons said early advices from London showed a highly satisfactory response and hoped to make a fuller announcement soon.
London Tuesday. The government struggles to find suitable candidates to serve on a commission to deal with disoua and bankruptcy in MacDonald, Under-Secretary for Do mans. They are exploring Dominion, Colonies, and India services, but results are none. Individuals outside the services may be considered and members are urged to submit names. Labour's Mr. R. C. Wallhead suggested Lord Trenchard, who is Commissioner for Palles.
An impromptu Bus Dhirta meeting yielded no charges against General O Duffy and companions. They are held in temporary cells with basic comforts and materials supplied, awaiting possible actions after Christmas.
The report notes objections to thin on the score of the expanse and argues that the threat to trade is costly. Mr Sewart says the new impost was hoped not to prove disastrous to Australian wheat and flour exports, though some circles doubt its impact.
In Havana on Monday the Cuban conflict flared anew leading to a violent incident. The daughter of Port Firio Franco, a former banker and September revolutionary committee member, was mentioned as part of the chaos. Mobs confronted groups and clashes continued through the night as authorities faced the turmoil.
London Daily Express reports that bowler Harold Larwood is making an excellent recovery from illness. He is expected to bow as fast as ever once fully fit, with officials optimistic about a swift return to play.
At the Ulster Parliament opening in Belfast on Monday, Mr da Valera did not attend. The Governor-General spoke of unemployment figures for the year, noting a drop by about one sixth as the Parliament opened amid new lines and trade considerations.
The NSW relief lists show 40,000 unemployed and 50,000 on emergency works. Labour Exchange totals reach 90,000, with a 30 percent drop in unemployment over 12 months and over 50 percent since the current government began. Minister Mr. Cunningham says the move signals a quick return to normal industrial conditions.
In the new Upper House the United Australia Party holds 13 seats with 6 from country districts, totaling 19 government-aligned members. government balance appears even between country and city members as the party lines blur amid shifting loyalties.
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