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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 20, 1934

Page

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Australia Defies Meat Restrictions In British Talks

London talks on meat exports end with Canada New Zealand and Southern Rhodesia joining Britain in a temporary policy shift. Australia remains opposed to any short term export cuts, insisting its own markets should not be sacrificed for Argentina deals. New Zealand’s High Commissioner remarks on the pivotal role of Dr. Earle Page’s stance, while discussions continue toward a broader long term policy after March 31.

London Dominions United Kingdom Canada Newealand Eith Aftice Southern Rhodesia Britain Cablion J Fellin Aysther Dowintons inDwemund Yesland High Commis Omar James Parr Press -Associathon Earle Page Australia Bettis

Self-Government Debate in Lords Over India Report

In the House of Lords today an amendment on self-government for India was defeated. Lord Lloyd attacked the Cavalier scheme as harmful, while Lord Reading praised the Select Committee report as an improvement over the white paper. The debate focused on timelines and the handover of funds.

London Tuensey House of Lords Asten Hetom Joint Committee Allatory Lloyd Lord Reading Sontrary India

Police Bonus for Royal Visit

Police officers on duty during a royal visit were considered for a special bonus, though the recommendation process and exact amounts remain unclear. The Chief Secretary indicated no firm payouts were approved yet, while Metropolitan Police leadership discussed the issue with detailed costs and policy alignment.

Bydney, Weanesay Diasatian Action Coats Police Catia Eee

Supposed Wreck of Coramba Found at Sea

Melbourne reports a supposed wreck of the Coramba located off the coast. The vessel is said to lie about 100 feet below the surface, with early details unclear and several named places and dates appearing in fragmentary form.

Melbourne

Australia Will Stand Firm on Production Restriction Policy

Melbourne report states Prime Minister Lucas sent a cable to Mr Bruce outlining that Australia will voluntarily uphold the Meat Advisory Committee policy from Canberra. Mr Lyann noted a British decision awaited and a ministerial statement would follow. Bruce’s actions are portrayed as principled, with no further meetings planned until a reply arrives.

Melbourne Wennessay Lucas Bruce Canberra Australia Lyann Tustracona

Seccession Petition Sparks Debate in London Assembly

London officials discuss delaying review of a secession petition as they await a Standing Committee report. The move aims to determine if the petition is properly formed and constitutional questions warrant joint Lords and Commons committee consideration. Progress appears uncertain.

London Tusstay Lond Hallahanra Australia Mm Commons Joint Lords Copamons Progres

Christmas Parcels Debates and Party Reaction In Parliament

In Sydney on a Wednesday session the assembly discussed Christmas parcel issues amid disorder. The Premier criticised Labour Party reactions as “dingoss” cries from Government supporters. One member declined to respond to a motion while the Attorney General finished his explanation. Mr. Davidcot complained about western division defects not being repaired. the Chief Secretary Mr. Chaffey commented on the spending.

Sydney Wesnesday Chriaimas Labour Party Tale ‘Acaldat Atayorn Davidcot Chaffey

Wheat export curbs eyed in world pact report

A London based source reports a global Wheat export restriction agreement among Argentina Australia Canada United States and several European and North African exporters. The plan sets staged reductions totaling millions of bushels over eight months to stabilize prices with France limiting remaining exports.

London Tuseday Volsgragn Argentina Australly United States

Achievements Of New Ministry Page Reviews Grafton Wemenday

Speaking here today the Minister of Commerce Dr Earle Page said the federal parliament will reconvene for Christmas. He outlined ambitions for a stronger foundation, foreign trade progress with Belgium, and a revised tariff schedule taking effect immediately. The new government foregrounded the Australian Agricultural Council to coordinate Commonwealth and States policy on agriculture and marketing. A national rural debt relief scheme and a support plan for the wheat industry were also announced, with cooperation between the Commonwealth and States to ease farmer burdens.

Grafton Wemenday Earle Page Pagliament Hind Saan Commonwealth Belgium Aioe Australian Agriculturat

Kurashiki Firms Report Large Cotton Mill Land in Japan

Kurashiki cotton spinning company and Kurashiki silt Laxtile company announce acquisition of thirty acres for a new mill project. The arrangement aims to boost textile production and local employment, though specific site details remain unclear.

TOKIG Kurashiki Cotton Spinning Company Kurashiki Laxtile Company Tou Areetien Imille

Fragmentary note on wartime wheat policy and price rise

A partial excerpt discusses an Australian price increase of 14 million in May and government claims of a permanent situation. It mentions a wheat report from the Royal Commission and a move toward permanent organization of the wheat industry.

Fever outbreak no danger to Australia from Ceylon case

Commonwealth Health Authority notes no risk of wider spread to Australia from Ceylon fever outbreak. Director General H L Cunipaton says if a passenger traveled directly from Colombo the virus would have time to be detected before entry. Routine quarantine measures are deemed sufficient to meet any emergency.

Ceylon Australia Commonwealth Health Authoritien de

Man killed in building fall in Melbourne

A man died after plunging about 100 feet from a building at 19 Quien Berit towing in Melbourne. He reportedly fell through an open shaft and crashed onto the ground below. Police are investigating the fatal accident at the scene.

Melbourne Wesmensay

Gaelic test appeal overturns conviction in High Court

The High Court ruled the Gaelic language test invalid in Beotland after Justice Rich found the dictation test unreasonable. The decision overturned a conviction and ordered the Crown to pay court costs. Justices Watt, McTiernan, and Starke supported the view that Gaelic was a European language with wider use among Beottlah people.

Rydney High Court Jand George Rich Beotland British Isles Vatt and McTiernan Dumtice Starke

Mid Ocean Rescue As Six Ships Race To Aid London

Six ships from three nations battled a violent Atlantic gale to aid the Norwegian steamer Risto of 1120 tons, reporting urgent help as rudder failure and heavy seas left the crew exposed. The Europe liner Norwegeischer Lloyd and several US and British vessels answered, with lifeboat risks and oil shortages hindering rescue efforts amid rough seas near the British coast.

London Atlantic Risto Quebec Europe Dekige Nordeutecher Lloyd Europa United States Line Jenels George W1 Manhattan President Ing New York Harding Mobiiol Taler, & Memage

Melbourne Attorney General silent on High Court ruling

The Attorney-General Mr Mensied declined to discuss the High Court decision in the Eldicape case or to consider what action the Commonwealth Government now proposes to take. The brief remarks were made on Wednesday in Melbourne as officials withheld comment.

Melbourne Ft. Gh. Mensied High Court

Bread Price Debate With Master Bakers in Natire Assembly

Premier Stevens spoke on the Poor Acquisition Bill today, seeking to avoid statutory price fixing while recognizing government power to ensure bread prices align with wartime realities. He noted wheat shortages and market strains but urged an agreement with master bakers to stabilize prices without broad intervention.

Stoney Mr. Stevens Stevéns Australie

Yugoslavia Cabinet Resigns In Belgrade

Belgrade reports the cabinet has resigned amid a tense internal political situation. Prince Paul plans consultations with veteran Serbian Radicals leader M. S Yugovitch and seeks to form a broader government base. A broader coalition could ease tensions with Croats and improve relations with Hungary.

Belgrade Prince Paul M. Stax Soyevitch Paul Hungary

Severe storms lash Sydney area in six hours report

In six hours today severe storms visited Byndney, Wadnenany, and Bevan, causing shocks, downed wires, and property damage. A telephone switchboard operator, Miss Dapnne McCarthy, was jolted by a power surge at Brookland Post Office. A hotel flagpole and a street, plus a homestead fence, were struck by lightning or debris, while a meteor-like fireball disrupted electric service and left lights out at Cross College. Several residents, including Mrs. G R Peters and Macdonald, endured shocks and injuries from falling objects.

Bydney Wadnenany Bevan Bydnay Sunrite Parsons Elizabeth Bay Portham Sunurbe Dapnne McCarthy Brookland G. R. Peters St Brookin Bey Mire Macdonald Hepe Cross College Accomala

Fire damage sequel to stubble burning case

James Hazelwood, a farmer from Orange Aine, faced the Full Court of New against a judgement in a fire damage sequel to a stubble burning dispute. The record notes Hazelwood appealed the ruling and the court's decision remains in question.

James Hazelwood Hasslwood Full Court of New

Archbishop Downey Receives Civic Reception in Sydney

The Archbishop of Liverpool Dr Downey was accorded a civic reception at Sydney Town Hall. Lord Mayor Alderman Parker and Acting Premier Ryan welcomed him. Lt. Governor Sir Philip Brent and visiting dignitaries attended. Downey said he would not write a book on Australia after a short visit and praised Australia’s outlook and vitality.

Sydney Liverpool Downey Alderman Parker Ryan Bisie Philip Downay Australia Venice Div Propa Aletralla Peiae Becakar Tontr Parinuin Thoungblik

Royal Honeymoon Ends as Royals Tour London Ends

The Duke and Duchess of Kent conclude their royal visit in London after a tide of formal engagements. They will remain at Buckingham Palace until Saturday before joining Their Majesties to Sandringham, continuing the official tour.

Lomdon Royal Dooeymoon Duke and Duchess of Kent Forday Palace Sandringham

Japan Renounces Tokio Privy Council Decision

The Privy Council of Japan approved denunciation of the Washington Ts, triggering swift radioed joy to commanders, squadrons, and naval bases. High naval authorities, including Admiral Yas Mamate, expressed gratification with formal notification sent to Washington.

Tokio Privy Council of Japan Washington

France buys munition tools from Germany

Pam Tusaday reports flowers and strikes in the Chamber of Deputies as France announces machinery and tests for munition making bought from Germany. A supplementary grant of £17,000,000 was voted to modernize war material.

France Germany Pam Aurpring Chamber of Deputies

South Wales Reverses Fire Edict By Supreme Court Ruling

A fragmentary report notes that South Wales awarded toad neighbouring saring and farm duties were reconsidered after a judge and jury of the Supreme Court reversed an earlier edict. Their Honours held that the actions cited involved negligence in re wer d to fire.

South Wales Supreme Court

Saar Police Chief Resigns After Justice Incident

Saar Baarbrucken on Tuesday saw Police Chief Mattsly resign amid a Justice incident that shook the Saar Commission. Officials hope renitation will restore faith and lead to stability in the force.

SAAR Baarbrucken Matssly Tilh Poulton END Bear Police Saar Commission International Wr

France and Russia Renew Pact Talks Amid Muted Diplomacy

Reports from the foreign office indicate no new military alliance between France and Russia beyond an understanding to cooperate in an Eastern pact. Laval told the Senate that France seeks full accord with Poland and will soon resume talks with Germany, signaling broader diplomacy.

Government Bill Briefing On Labour Party Proposals

Fragmented text indicates a minister discussing a bill and Labour Party positions. The government intends to receive suggestions and address parliamentary questions. The minister describes the bill’s aims and outlines anticipated labor party responses and actions.

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