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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 08, 1933
Page
1
London report says five power disarmament consultations have begun. British efforts aim to speed the Conference toward a satisfactory conclusion by uniting varied plans. France, while seeking linked security, may accept a common formula amid criticisms of its own proposals.
In a Geneva appeal on Monday President Henderson urges immediate disarmament steps. He advocates rapid reductions and warns the conference may fail without decisive action. White places blame for the stalemate on the conference leadership and its inability to secure concrete progress.
Berlin reports that the Hitler government and General von Uchtelchara favor cooperation to solve the disarmament problem on the basis of equality and security for all nations. They would welcome world limits on armaments and oppose increases in German weapons. An official noted Germany still seeks the abolition of military restrictions but does not intend to reverse its own position.
Mr Mollison, a teleporter, was reported to have passed Casablanca en route for Cape Mollison, with expected arrival on Monday afternoon. After a one hour break, the journey was resumed, and further progress noted.
A fragment discusses arms limits under the Versailles framework, contrasting a maximum armament compromise with a lower level, and outlines fears Germany could fall back to a militia system seen as a remedy for unemployment. It notes that if the Disarmament Conference stalls, Germany may be forced into stricter security measures and potential safeguards.
Fragmentary note reports a Red Roll of German air vigilance and casualties during a Kipssantal engagement. Wounded and kindred lines are hinted, but details are unclear due to damaged text and missing context.
Sir Ronald Lindsay arrived in London to meet with the Cabinet committee on the American debt. The No. 10 Downing Street session lasted nearly two hours with plans for a further meeting tomorrow. Ministers present included Ramsay MacDonald, Baldwin, Simon, Chamberlain, and Hunermann. The British ambassador in Washington was kept secret as talks continued.
Melbourne reports the petrol price inquiry will start February 27 with the directors of the parson company yet to prepare evidence. The federal government inquiry into the petroleum industry will open next month, and legal advice is sought by several firms on their ability to present witnesses.
Sydney telegraph notes the Bank of New South Wales and Commonwealth Bank announce reductions in fixed deposit rates. The Commonwealth Bank set new rates to take effect tomorrow, with Victoria banks expected to follow. The changes reflect a wider easing in term deposit terms across the Australian banking sector.
Calcutta Tuesday report says thirty nine Indian members of the Legislative Assembly urged rejection of British proposals on Burma's status. They favor Burma remaining united with India but propose a constitutional framework granting Burma a full responsible government in a reasonably short period.
New York report from a Washington correspondent outlines the British and American diplomatic stance on debt settlements. An inquiry reveals unsettled nations face a fragile permanent agreement and potential shifts in the Brookstown area as nations navigate responsibility and control.
A serious prairie fire has broken out in the Omen district near Melbourne. Volunteers have been mobilized to prevent the flames from reaching several dwellings at the foot of the ranges. One farm has been completely destroyed and the fire has spread rapidly despite efforts.
In Bucharest King Carol decreed stricter martial law ordering villagers to surrender weapons and forbidding uniforms or political badges. The crackdown appears aimed at the Tron Guard faction of the Nationalists, amid recent demonstrations with chants against Lapexea and the Hiruinh pompadowr.
Irish Free State deputies led by Mr. de Valera took the oath of allegiance today. The oath was administered by the Dail clerk, with deputies declaring this to be the last time they would take it.
A veteran diplomat warns the RFE Economic Conference that debt settlement efforts look doomed amid tense talks with Britain and Germany. Officials insist the Pontrowne will push for policy stability as reparations and payment resumption remain central issues.
Perth and surrounding areas faced a heat wave at 5.15 am with temperatures climbing to 80.6 and the century mark reached by 11 am. The previous night set a new record as regional readings hit as high as 122 degrees in country centres.
RAF Fairey monoplane led by Squadron Leader Gaylord and Flight-Lieutenant Nicholetta nears northern Nigeria en route to Cape Town. It has averaged 18 mph for 23 hours with a possible new long distance record if maintained. Mabore at 4 am reports the plane covered 4.26 miles before radio interruption.
Berlin reports President Hindenburg signed an emergency decree transferring power to Herr Von Papen as Prussia is dissolved. Prussian elections will align with the Reichstag vote, suppressing unrest and banning party funds while closing outlets inciting violence. Many Communist newspapers are suppressed.
Victor Smith, an airman, left Southampton at 7.10 a.m. aiming to beat Mollion and Amy Johnson’s London to Cape Town record. The attempt focuses on the London to Cape Town leg.
Commonwealth Attorney General Latham says Australia is doing better than any other region under crisis. He asserts Australians should have heart and that the federal and New South Wales governments have prevented much unrest. He notes taxation has been lowered in New South Wales while complaints rose elsewhere.
In Calcutta from Monday, Indian legislators pressed topics on Mahatma Gandhi and prisoners as Congress leaders faced questions in the Delhi Legislative Assembly. Home Minister Mary G. Male stated no release while Gandhi’s disobedience campaign continued to shape public opinion and policy.
Police conclude arson in L Atlantique disaster near Paris with sabotage motive explored. A child perished in the burning home as the father rescued remaining family. authorities pursue proof and delay in proceedings while the mercantile minister weighs government action. The boy’s father led a fruitless attempt to save others, and the community halts amid inquiry findings.
Two men Lawrence Moar and James Vinewat faced a local court after a car broke down in a lonely desert. They were found to have endured exposure with no food or water while waiting for telegraph lines to be repaired. Each man was fined for labor and related offenses.
The Minister for Health announced 2126 applications for cadetships in the New Guinea service. Applicants include many typewritten names, with cadets to serve two years in New Guinea before training in anthropology at Sydney University. The federal cabinet agreed to fund the anthropology course at 1,180 per year.
Reports from The Hague and Batavia detail mutiny aboard the Dutch warship Zeven Provinciën as it heads toward Sourabaya. Indignation meetings erupt in Holland and the Dutch East Indies while the Cabinet orders fleet actions. The cruiser Java and destroyers Evertven and Ketjen pursue, with plans for action and potential surrender terms discussed amid tension over European prisoners.
Orders state that the East Indian Fleet commander must intercept the warship to force peaceful surrender and prevent the battleship from reaching Surabaya. The pirate raid has been intensified with two submarines, three mining boats and a mine to guard Leeuw, while the government steamer Eridanus is involved.
In London on the Stock Exchange the mining shares showed erratic activity with a near term decline in gold prices after a sterling rise. Traders noted profit-taking and a generally quieter close as markets steadied after volatile intraday moves.
Vienna reports that Frans Taungond, an Austrian murderer, died by suicide while serving his sentence. The incident occurred in prison on an unspecified date, with authorities confirming the death and initiating routine investigations. Taungond was convicted of a murder in Nes and had been awaiting appeals.
The Hague reports excitement over a mutiny attempt by Axitatora aimed at causing unrest in the Netherlands. Officials plan meetings and questioning of motor car approaches near Helder as the Minister for Colonies confers with the Cabinet to decide on actions.
A garbled dispatch notes a warship message picked up by Amalgamated Wireless stations this afternoon. The crew signed a message about sending to Mouralaye and transferring command to the Keven Fro vinden captain. Safe conduct against unauthorized disruption is claimed.
The Industrial Commission and industry register a debate on shortening the workweek to 30 hours, with unions potentially seeking a 480-hour schedule compromise for the Australian Workers' Union and the ACT.
In Byudney the examination of Ernest Edols a retired guardian was adjourned by the registrar until February 20 over unfinished accounts for Mrs Edols in the bankruptcy proceedings involving Amy Molin Extolx.
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