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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 05, 1934
Page
1
Ellen Ede writes in the Sunday Times that some doubt remains about abandoning fast leg theory. He warns spectators that Levis will suspend judgment until protests come from the proper quarter. The Observer notes the Australian side may not be strong all round in 1930.
The article notes a frenzied rush to acquire gold amid a devalued dollar and currency war fears. Large shipments head to America as gold mining shares rise, while France prepares to defend the franc. London financial circles expect early talks to stabilize currencies and avoid a currency battle.
A scramble to buy francs and gold follows renewed demand as bankers and dealers seek to capitalize on rising bullion prices. Western Australian issues and mine shares move amid shipments to America, with large sums noted like 2,000,000 pounds and 2,000,000 francs in activity and exchange shifts affecting dollar strength.
A distorted note outlines an event involving the AWA and Chamber of Commerce in Kalgoorlie with Monday action and a stated meeting. Names and precise details are unclear due to OCR errors, but the item references an owners terms and a decision process tied to a local council or chamber group.
New York markets saw record bond sales on Saturday with the speculative advance continuing despite half-day trading. The sterling closed at 4 dollars 3b cents, a rise of 5 cents, amid reports that government gold purchases caused depreciation.
Washington sources report early talks with Britain on stabilizing the dollar after devaluation. Officials aim for a test rate near five dollars to the pound, with adjustments as internal conditions in both nations are reviewed. French gold flows and the gold standard stance are monitored, with some predicting Paris may be pressured toward parity.
Two men died and a third fell ill after suspected poison at Newcastle. Alfred Nowland, 28, entered Newcastle Hospital with pains then escaped. Elizabeth Milgate, 4, died at Whitebridge. Doctors withhold cause certificates as investigators probe underground workers and plant ore depletion.
Professor Prokofiev, member of the crew that reached 11 miles in October, says a new balloon form will be used to avoid Sirius tragedy. Berlin-based Daily Express report cites plans for a May ascent led by Prokofiev with about a thousand volunteers seeking permission.
London reports Germany questions France on disarmament and argues the plan delays weapon reductions and prolongs inequality. It cites overseas troops and air force issues, and doubts a fair control system. Britain awaits official comments as preliminary talks prepare for February discussions.
The Financial News advises Australia to start converting 1934 35 40 maturities now to avoid gaps. It notes a five year window before further conversions and suggests offering small reductions to holders and paying accrued interest to callable loans. Australia’s credit relies on interest rates and pastoral and agricultural stability.
The Daily graph reports Britain will impose retaliatory duties in response to France not restoring a full Brittle imports quota. The plan follows Foreign Office and Board of Trade talks, with a Monday deadline to finalize a schedule of new duties. Ministers seek leverage as France uses quotas, aiming to negotiate on equal terms.
The House of Commons yesterday set up machinery for a sweeping inquiry into industry conditions. Prime Minister Bennett directs an 11 member committee to investigate price spreads from producers to consumers and examine milling bakeries and marked stock and manual production methods.
The Daily Mull warns of an approaching crisis with farmers sending conscripts to the Blue Sturm, signaling potential disaster for de Valera's government. It predicts a volatile election and possible Republican Army influence, with General O Duffy expected to move to suppress opposition.
Soviet forces claim 13,000,000 territorial troops under the Aviation, Chemical and War Ministry Association. The article notes training of about 4 million recruits including women and youths in 1883, with home defence detachments in remote villages and numerous life ranges. A 24 year old girl is mentioned in a passing context.
The Jacob Ruppert delivers winter stores to Little America as 450 tons of equipment and coal await transfer from Bear. Ice in the bay loosens and teams with motor tractors move supplies while calm weather persists. A few men suffer frostbite from the cold night.
Paris report of a cabinet crisis as Minister of War M Favry and two others resigns. Chiappe is named for the Residency Generalship in Morocco. additional resignations spark fear of government defeat in the Chamber on Tuesday. another cabinet meeting is summoned.
A German scientist Herr Papp foresees humanity evolving into giants with 64 pound brains and hair skulls. He predicts telepathic electro magnetic waves will replace talking and synthetic pills will sustain life. Mute future beings will dominate unless the sun fails or Earth explodes.
The last June census counted 25,000 Aborigines, many in the Far North, living in varied conditions. Some were reported as malnourished, with others receiving mission ration support while housed with station owners.
Mr H H Brevena led the Australian delegation to the advertising recreation in ngimm returning to Australia aboard the Otsava. Widespread interest has been noted in Melbourne centenary celebrations with Dunineas men expected to attend. Shipping Helena are extending tribune at homeward ports of call.
The Minister for Communications inaugurated a direct radio telephonic service between London and Shanghai this afternoon. Messages of greeting were exchanged between Sir John Simon and Wang Ching-wei, president of the Nanking Executive Committee.
Navy Minister Coum restates Japan's position in the Lower House on naval disarmament citing delicacy of the international scene. He says plans for the coming conference cannot be revealed to avoid charges of timidity while seeking an agreement at all costs. Hayazhi indicates no major reform of any military organization shortly.
A British cabinet agreement described as a gentleman's pact would keep the National Government in place until after the 1036 election. It aims to quell criticism of Prime Minister MacDonald and damp Tory challenges while supporting India policy, marketing plans, and stabilization of staple industries like tea, jute, and cotton.
Washington report notes a record deficit of about nineteen hundred million dollars that year shifting to a near billion dollar surplus due to Tremmury balance profit. The funds moved to the Stabilimath Fund amid ongoing deficit concerns and anticipated interest in months ahead, as the dollar's strength on foreign markets follows Roosevelt era devaluation.
Reynolds Nowe reports that the conference predicts the Falklands will be a naval foothold. Spokespersons say the islands will serve strategic aims for Britain and Australia, shaping future maritime policy and fleet deployments.
A 4000 strong Moslem mob in Seimagor Cashmir attacked the government building and attempted to storm the treasury defying the district magistrate. Troops opened fire, many casualties reported. Earlier a large procession paralyzed the city with police attacked. disorder stems from Moaleni discontent over political reforms delayed since the Glancy Committee in 1932.
Perry dominated Crawford in straight sets amid a busy match program at Adsard on Saturday. Turnbull and Hopron advanced in doubles, while Marmoun defeated Whign, and Adrian Guist starred in doubles with a strong return of service. Ground conditions and pace favored Perry as Crawford stretched, but Perry secured decisive 6-2 6-4 wins.
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