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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 21, 1933
Page
1
London reports Australia’s £16,647,000 loan issued at 90 with 3 percent interest for 15 years and an early redemption option after 12 years. Cash applications reached 16 percent, allotments scale by investment, with £5,633,000 to Australia and £1,146,000 to Tasmania.
The measure aims to cap membership at 320 and define its legislative powers. Lord introduced the bill noting a joint committee from both Houses formed to study it and called attention to related affairs.
The justice minister issues a decree limiting practicing Jewish lawyers as Austria moves toward a Christian framework. The government aims to reduce Jewish influence, though not all decrees will be fully implemented, with administration reportedly satisfied by the reduction.
The chamber, including a large group of law lords totaling about 820 members, discussed the measure. Lord Ponsonby urged rejection, arguing the bill aimed to consolidate Conservative dominance in the Upper House and steer the Constitution in the Tory favour. Lord Hailsham supported introducing the bill, saying the government would vote for its first reading though it had not formed a view on the subject.
Melbourne reports that premiers will meet in Canberra next, with Hobart unsuitable for New South Wales ministers to travel for the conference.
The death of the Dalai Lama at age 60 stirs the region as Dalai Lama's spiritual successor and Tashi Lama's flight from Tibet prompt a potential movement in China to topple the former. The article notes reforms and centralized control during the late Dalai's reign and outlines the reincarnation selection process.
The Minister for Commerce Mr. F. H. Stewart comments today on Sir Alan Anderson chair of Orient Steam Navigation Co. and his proposal regarding the company.
A cyclone struck Madras over the weekend killing about 100 people and causing damages near £80,000. Thousands of cattle perished and a train overturned near Chidambaram station, killing 28.
A government official expressed opposition to extending subsidies while noting unfair competition faced by Australian and New Zealand lines from American national subsidies. If uncorrected, cabinet steps might be needed as the US subsidy policy appears to be reaching limits.
An Auckland family received a phone death notice for their daughter, but arriving at the hospital they found she was alive and recovering. The incident describes a cruel hoax aimed at the girl's parents.
Hides and skins exported from Australia from July to October totalled £1,800,776, rising over 100 percent from the previous year. Export value shows a substantial year over year gain as trade activity grows.
On a 300 mile front in Gran Chaco the armistice halts firing at midnight local time. Bolivia and Paraguay have fought for over 50 years with 150000 troops engaged in 17 months of conflict. Casualties reach 30000 killed 20000 taken prisoner and thousands more dying from disease and wounds.
Berlin report: Economic Minister Herr Schmitt notes export sector jobs fell from 2,600,000 to 1,750,000 over three years and trade slumped from £1,350,000,000 to £500,000,000. He argues Germany may seek closer relations with nations willing to drop exclusive tariffs, as tariff proposals are under council review.
In Melbourne an increase of 2d per gallon in petrol is expected to start January 14 and likely extend to Sydney. No official company announcement yet, but Bhell director Vernon Smith says the rise is overdue as prices here lag behind world levels. Vacuum Company head Cornforth says the amount is not yet decided.
Wing Commander Cole chairman of the Centenary Air Race Committee said the race conditions are finalised and will be distributed worldwide. The event will proceed even with no entry limit and will not restrict entrants to Empire-built machines to allow other nations to participate.
The Building Regulations Advisory Council, appointed by the Minister for Local Government, will inquire into the proposal for amending building ordinances and decide on new methods for building con.
General O Duffy and Captain Sullivan were moved to Arbour Hill Military Gaol near Dublin with heavy police and soldiers. Police patrolled 200 miles to deter rescue attempts while John Kilcourne, also a Blue Shirt, was released swearing his allegiance. The habeas corpus case argues unlawful arrest without warrant for wearing a blue shirt. The United Ireland Party executive, representing 40 000 people, protests the arrest as suppression of free speech under the Public Safety Act.
The Commerce Department received advisory figures from America showing Argentina has 317 million pounds of wool for export in the 1933 4 season, down from 356 million pounds exported in the previous season that closed on September 50.
A committee proposed life protection measures for gas heater use. The minister suggested provisions, and the committee’s recommendations have been implemented in Government ordinances.
The Newstead reservoir, opened last week, burst its bank early this morning flooding Ballarat Road to a depth of three feet. Seven feet of water remained in the reservoir, but the town can be supplied from a smaller auxiliary reservoir.
William Stwartide a former mine keeper at Great Boulder Pro prietary Mine was remanded at Kalpoorlle Police Court on two charges. Thomas Bowes Robert McCraem and Henry Duthrie faced counts of receiving money and defrauding the company with Ede. Irregularities allegedly stretched back years with a large sum implicated. All men were remanded.
Patrick Hamilton died after an incident in the Broadmeadow railway yards. Reports say Saen an Annie neat Tiago ite was involved, with details incomplete and under investigation by local authorities.
A Berlin note outlines non aggression pact terms with France. Germany seeks immediate Saar return without plebiscite while keeping mines until 1935 and boosting Reichswehr to 300000 with limited weapons. It calls for balanced armament controls and cites French reactions and Versailles Treaty limits.
In Paris on Tuesday M. Fabry and M. Tardieu clashed over a bill to shift recruitment dates for 1936 40. Fabry warned of a shortfall to 116 000 if enacted while the measure aims at 200 000 plus 15 000 Moroccan troops. The debate followed charges of weakening the army and calls to show France’s strength amid fear of panic.
Industry figures for the metropolitan area report building costs at £3,240,503 this year versus £1,881,500 last year. The current totals represent the highest since 1930, reflecting a rebound in construction activity.
Albert Barrett aged 46 was admitted to hospital after a dog dropped on his head in New York Tuesday. The setter named Shaggy Myrga died. Doctors fear a possible skull fracture from the accident.
The Consul General in Sydney received a cable stating that a trade treaty between New Zealand and another country has been ratified by the Chamber of Representatives.
Washington reports Department of Labour figures showing October to November declines with 287 000 fewer employed and a payroll loss of 9 000 000 dollars per week.
Mr H. Dawson former president of the British Wool Federation arrived from England and told Australian and New Zealand farmers to persist with wool. He said farmers would find a ready market for increased output and voiced unprecedented confidence in the trade’s future.
In Wellington Dunedin wool sales showed a further rise today with all classes operating freely. Traders noted active demand as prices advanced across multiple wool categories.
The State Cabinet met to discuss many administrative matters but no final decisions were reached. Ministers plan to reconvene tomorrow with a likely finalisation on appointing a new director for the Conservatorium of Music.
Edna Page, age 10, is photographed brushing her hair in a mirror at home, capturing a candid domestic moment. The image highlights everyday childhood vanity and family life.
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