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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 22, 1932

Page

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Debts Talks in London January Opening Hinted

London sources say the world economic conference talks on debts may begin in January in a limited exploratory form. The mood is cautious as a swift settlement between the United States and its secretary may be needed to prompt wider action. Britain faces uncertainty and slow movement toward any potent agreement.

London Teis Daily Telegraph Roosevelt Congress America Hoover Britain

Hoover Warmington's Monday Cry for Cooperation

The correspondent reports Hoover Warmington urging cooperation across agencies amid calls for reexamination. He notes both the economic strain and the need for cross-agency coordination, while cautioning against premature conclusive judgments.

Change in French Policy Debates Echo War Debts

A brief on a shift in French policy as observers discuss the Ministry stance toward delinquent debts and general policy under Herriot. The report notes expectations about the effect on public finances and the diplomatic approach to wartime obligations.

Faris Fli Eloafer M. Herriot

Teachers Salaries Debate Marks Welsh Public Echo

Female Sonia Hydney leads a discussion at the annual conference of the Welsh Teachers' Federation on pay scales. The session reviews proposed wage increases, with attendees voting on a plan that includes adjustments around 143 and 35780 units, amid mixed responses from teachers.

Hydney Wales Beithaston Hunter Tomlin

WORE BUILDING Returns For Sydney

Text is garbled and unreadable with numerous errors. Readable fragments mention Sydney and building activity but lack clear facts, dates, organizations, or outcomes to summarize responsibly. No coherent event or persons can be identified from the legible portions.

Danube States Halt War Debt Payments Plan

Belgrade reports the Little Entente will suspend war debt payments to Britain and other creditors unless Germany resumes reparations payments, signaling a regional stance in the debt dispute. The decision was announced Tuesday in Belgrade.

Danube Belgrade Little Entente Britain Germany

Hoover and Roosevelt Face Mortgage Debt Funding Debate

Fragmented OCR text suggests discussions among Meana Committes and Hoover allies on funding for a waterway project and channeling debt matters. Roosevelt and Hoover reportedly weigh in on appointing commissioners and the handling of debt obligations before January. The piece notes mixed attitudes within the administration and hints at diplomacy through diplomatic channels.

Meare Hoover Roosevelt Promdentacleet Otaud

Rabbit Mortality Reports Questioned by Official

Officially questioned reports of rabbit deaths in Riverton and nearby areas. Minister for Agriculture Mr Main said today the agencies acted promptly but could not confirm a widespread outbreak. Food supply fears arose as rabbit numbers dwindled, yet no evidence linked Riverton to the mortality.

Hydney Mr Main Fanuiiries Riverton

Earthquake Shakes Western U S From Wyoming to California

A Wednesday earthquake rattled the Western U S from Rawilna Wyoming to Long Beach California on Friday night causing minor damage including ten broken windows and clocks halted by the tremor.

KAN Prancisco Wednraday AD Revere Rawilna Wyoming Long Beach California

Winter Wheat 28s and Crop Estimates From USDA

The Department of Agriculture reports indications of a 1988 wheat crop below 400 million bushels, down from 462 million in 1983. Winter wheat area sown falls to 39,903,000 acres, the smallest since 1920, with December 1 conditions at 64.9 percent of normal and an 18.7 percent abandonment of planted wheat.

Washington Tueasluy Department of Agriculture Cheat Hitwea United

Stevens Honoured by State Parties in Parliament Speech

Sydney report says Premier Stevens received praise from United Australia and United Country Party colleagues at Parliament House after the House resumed. Speaker Broxner noted government gains, with 68 measures pushed forward. Stevens defended the government’s drive, stating they have begun a substantial task and will pursue it with energy and resolve.

Sydney Tevena Nio United Australia Party United Country Party Parlihment House Recens Broxner Ita Stevens Australia Party

Export Trade Decline in United States Reports Surplus

Washington reports a favourable trade balance of 38 million dollars for the month with exports at 10,189 million and imports lower than prior month. For 11 months this year a positive balance of 250 million is shown. Exports total 1,481 million, down 758 million from the same period last year.

Washington United States Commerce Department

Bermuda to restrict trade with USA plan described in telegram

A telegram from four Boston firms proposed by Senator Hidge of Massachusetts urges Bermuda to impose an absolute ban on certain U S products. The message, described as prohibitive, aims to disrupt cross Atlantic commerce and was referred to the Mines and Communities committee for review.

Washington Hermuda United Muster Canada Boston Hidge Massachusetts Senate

Bradman Declared Fit for Friday Match

Don Bradman passed medical examination today. NSWCA secretary announced the results as entirely satisfactory and Bradman will be available for the Friday match against Victoria in Melbourne.

Melbourne Don Bradman New South Wales Cricket Association Bradman Victoria

Persia Assurance To League Geneva Tuesday

In reply to eight telegrams from the League Council president the Persian Government promises abstention from actions that could aggravate the dispute with Britain over concessions. It believes cancellation of concessions will not provoke conflict and cites a willingness to reach an equitable agreement with the company.

Geneva League Council

Britain faces land annuities bill amid wartime finance debate

London reports a supplementary estimate totalling 2,261,058 for Wren Bates services to fund land annuities. Malcolm Macdonald notes the measure complements £1,367,1 drawn by the Dutch on Principal goods as the government apologizes for the necessity of the vote due to a Free Trade default. The debate hints at a Tory proposal to resolve the dispute.

London Tuenday Malcolm Macdonald Lonn

Mount Everest 1933 Expedition Team Named

London reports the Mount Everest expedition personnel set to depart for the attack on the world’s highest peak. Led by Hum Tout ledge the team includes F. Smyth, who previously scaled Everest to the highest point yet reached.

London Kurland Hum Toutledge F. Smyth Fay

German Cabinet frees political prisoners in amnesty act

Berlin officials report the cabinet grants amnesty to political prisoners as part of a Christmas gesture. Rein opposed blanket mercy yet pressed for a limited meeting to protect the chancellorship. Bavarian resistance failed, Prussia accepts, allowing time for negotiations with Hitlerites. Death penalties for political violence are dropped and public processions reopen.

Berlin jHere von Sehleleher Hin Politiea Fyen Rein Be Hatohaleg

Safe Blowout at Savings Bank Branch

In Darlington the gear of the morning room safe at the Commonwadith Savings Bank on Cleveland Street was blown apart by robbers but they could not open the strong room safe. The explosion wrecked partitions, but no money was taken. The cleaner found the scene this morning, noting a monthlong burglary attempt.

Sydney Commonwadith Savings Bank Cleveland Street Darlington

Canberra Times Skips Monday Issue Over Christmas Holiday

The Canberra Times will not be published on Monday December 26 1932 due to Christmas holidays. Publication will be unaffected otherwise during the Christmas and New Year season.

Canberra Times

Ferry Kodumba Sunk While Bound for Sydney

A vehicular ferry named Kodumba, operated by Sydney Ferries Ltd, sank in rough seas while being towed south toward Sydney. Reports say no one was aboard the vessel during the incident. The 204 ton wooden yankey was insured for salvaging costs, with salvage efforts ongoing nearby.

Sydney Kodumba Sydney Ferries Ltd Westernport Finders Beng Rt. Claven Paes Montagu Talund Rt Claven

Russian Taxes on Dairy Goods Spark Outcry

In Moscow a new tax method replaces contract collection for dairy goods. Producers pay in milk, butter, and tallow, provoking protests over fairness. A farmer complains of only fourpence per litre as the value, a sharp drop from previous valuation.

Moscow Trueday

Unemployed Diggers Christmas Dinner Held at Moon Cafe

Unemployed Diggers will be entertained at a Christmas dinner by the Fenland-Mostera Kawa on Halurday evening next. The event takes place at the Moon Cafe, City, with a 6.40 pm start.

Hetwann Feotilrnad Moldteru Kawa Halurday Aveninie Wie Moon Cafe City

Labor Party calls new ballots to shed executive ties

Surry Villa branch of the Australian Labour Party plans four new ballots to move the current executive from office. The move follows claims that members of the executive accept government appointments while remaining party officials, triggering internal rule disputes.

Aydney Barry Hilla Amaralian Labour Party LYE Jocutive Tha Exactive

Thomas criticizes arbitration and calls for peace talks

In a trade union context J H Thomas reacts to government actions blaming ministers for economic confinement. He argues the Free State government no longer seeks arbitration and notes public support, stating the vote shifted by 180 votes in favor of the stance.

J. H. Thomas Thomas Dreming Free State Baa

Bankstown Riots Appeal Dismissed by Court

The Pall Court today dismissed the appeal of 14 men against their convictions for obstructing or resisting police at Bankstown in June. The Chief Justice noted a possible irregularity in jury paneling but found no miscarriage of justice and indicated no doubt about juror summons.

Sydney Weanenday Pall Court Bankstown Mig

Shop Robbery Six Persons Caught After Police Chase

Sydney police pursued a car on Main North Road at Point’s Ferry after a shop robbery at Leon Gillan’s tobacco shop in Wooy War. Three men and three women were arrested and charged after a motorcycle chase and transfer to the Hyrday side where a water patrol met them.

Sydney Main North Road Pont's Ferry Hydnay Fem Bydney Gusford

Cheap Redemption Bond in New York Purchasers

A damaged OCR note discusses Australian and British financial actions. It mentions the Australian Government House of Commons, the Secretary Par, and purchases related to Commonwealth Dominions. The text references bond values around 120,000 and discounts on wool trade, with debt discussions and a British Trade Commission context. Names and dates are garbled but indicate a financial dialogue and market impact.

London Tuseday New York Perking Govf House of Common Parorument Commonwealth |Dominiana JM. Thames Jooke Dlirpoamm Commonwealth Wan Parti o|Governarent Lolareata

Canberra Brigade Quashes Quick Fire Near Rubbish Dump

Canberra Fire Brigade acted swiftly yesterday to extinguish a fire near a rubbish dump. The blaze threatened two mares and surrounding property but caused no damage. Fire crews were alerted shortly after 6 pm and had the flames under control by 5.94 hours, then returned to service.

Canberra Jock Alnella Schwade

C E G G S Scholarships Open for Applications

Four scholarships are invited at the Canteens Church of England Girls Grammar. Three day girl awards of £16 16s annually for three years and one senior scholarship of £21 for two years. Applications due after municipal notices. details in school examinations and interim periods.

Anther Church of England Girl’ Grammar Mure Amd

Compulsory Training Favoured in Australia Debate

Art General C. H. Brand urged universal military training during a retirement dinner, arguing for compulsory training across Australia. The remarks were delivered at a complimentary dinner in Melbourne, highlighting a long career in defence and public service.

Melbourne Wednasday C. Hf. Brand Australia

Plane crash near Paris suburb kills pilot. 18 injured

In a Paris suburb on Tuesday a military plane crashed killing the pilot instantly. Police and volunteers aided rescue efforts as a woman returning for sausage triggered a petrol explosion reaching the house. Eighteen people were injured in the incident.

Paris Yarisian Worman

New US Bus Service Changes Spark Safety Fears

Poorly explained changes strip conductors from many vehicles and shift control to drivers. Delays and crowding rise as rear doors malfunction in smoke and fire risk fears. Passengers report smeared seats and altered safety procedures, prompting questions about public safety under the new regime.

Tha Hfurea Vomerday Matety Thyvoniekin Huaea

National Park Crime Probes Expanded In Murder Case

Detectives steadily advance inquiries into the Etiwe murder near National Park. They have examined many clues and now consider the fan belt bought by the car's driver and the beer bottle found in the doomed vehicle as additional leads.

Hydney Wednewby Etiwe

London Meat Glut Bydney Near Disruption

London traders report a meat glut as imports arrive from overseas over recent weeks causing a collapse in prices across all types. Minister for Commerce Carroll Mowart cites a London veterinary officer report (Mr R Haywood) noting homegrown and imported meats now selling at unprecedentedly low levels.

Bydney Welcomtar England Carr Mowart London R. Haywood

Woman Stabbed in Sydney Row by Husband

In Wainontay Alfred Cecil Aldridge, 30, a labourer, stabbed his wife Maude Abrilie after an argument over attire. He threatened to finish her and warned others, while a witness testified of bloodstains and a doctor reported probable injuries. The defendant faced trial as a community member.

Sydney Wainontay Alfred Cecil ‘Aldridge Parthington Tony Maude Finiah

Burnt family to obtain life insurance in legal settlement

A Nin town case details a burnt family pursuing life insurance for the spouse and child after the death of Mr Owen Bound. The settlement includes a 1200 Ute insurance sum and a court proceeding to permit the claim.

Nin Chile Owen Bound Ouimris

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