15 Feb 1932
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 15, 1932
Page
1
The stock market surged on Saturday as investors reacted to new credit proposals and a more flexible Federal Reserve stance. Traders in London and Paris showed gains while American markets experienced rapid trading, driven by speculative buying and expectations of a boom.
A chaotic Dublin campaign forecasts a hung parliament with De Valera and Cosgrave both winning roughly equal seats. Projections suggest a possible Labour coalition or another election if Cosgrave fails to secure a majority, while De Valera vows allegiance and tariff policy changes.
Two men charged with illegal betting at Wentworth Avenue Kingston appeared at Cabiterra Court after a police campaign. They allegedly used the premises for wagering operations and were remanded to face further proceedings in court.
In Birmingham Chancellor Neville Chamberlain stated that new duties will not apply to dominion goods until discussion concludes. He predicted a warm dominion response and a forthcoming Ottawa treaty to favor British trade. The Times praises empire unity while Express and Mail question free access for newsprint wood pulp and rubber under the Tariff Bill.
US Commerce notes Briton trade remains steady amid world-wide contraction while American trade falls. Debates at the Imperial Conference pit Democrats and Republicans against Smoot Tariff rhetoric, yet both sides claim Britain aims to boost global commerce and American interests. Canada and Australia are cited as aligned with broader Empire trade goals.
Mr Lyons replies to Mr Lang regarding use of information for pending legal action. He objects to intrusion into facts and telegraphs the Commonwealth should be informed of securities held by New South Wales and planned contributions toward overdue interest. He offers the undertaking but questions the request.
Transports with about 10 000 Japanese troops reached Wayside wharves at dusk under Lieut General Ueva. They will move into Chapel lines at dawn for a major operation after a heavy shelling and a first infantry clash at Woosung Creek where Chinese forces withdrew under pressure. Chinese vow to fight to the last man as encircling movements begin.
United Australia Party lawmakers from all states arrive in Canberra for a pre session gather to plan with Cabinet set to finalize the Governor General’s speech. The Federal ASP pre-session meetings begin Tuesday as Dr. Karla Fuge is expected Wednesday.
The Central Council of the United Country Party asks Prime Minister Lyons to arrange constitutional reform and foreshadow it in the Governor-General’s opening speech. The letter cites the unity conference platform promising new state creation after referendums in affected districts.
Earl Beauchamp sails back to Australia aboard the Marela which has arrived at Darwin and will proceed to Sydney for a likely extended stay. It is expected that Earl Beauchamp will remain in Sydney for several weeks.
Premier Lang told the ALP Metropolitan Conference that the Labour Party of New South Wales has remained intact and shows solidarity. He urged workers to resist unemployment and bankers' policy, insisting the Labour Government will fight to the last for workers' means to be fed and for their children.
Statements accuse the Japanese of breaking the truce and threaten expansion. Peace efforts gain momentum as French British American and Italian ministers urge Chinese authorities to withdraw troops from Shanghai area as a preliminary step.
Japanese forces report occupying the north bank of Woosung Creek with a flanking push on the village. Chinese reinforcements arrive as a well-armed defense forms in the village. Seventeen Japanese vessels lie off the Saddie Inland awaiting entry to the river. Chapel area remains quiet.
Sir Hope Simpson, head of the National Flood Relief Commission, cables the League of Nations protest against Japanese bombardment of a flood refugee camp housing about 8 000 people on February 5. A woman and a boy were killed and four wounded, with many frightened and ill. A second bombing hit the town next day, killing 49 as elderly and infirm residents were evacuated before a third strike on February 7.
The Daily Express toyed with a hidden Franco Japanese treaty idea and a rumored Moscow Tokyo pact. The report alleged Moscow would yield Manchuria and cede the Eastern Railway to Japan as a peace alternative, but both Moscow and Tokyo promptly denied the tale.
A traveler plans to stay in Sydney for March bridge festivities and may undertake a subsequent journey to the Salomonslands soon after.
A report discusses arming police with revolvers and patrolling major routes to confront armed bandits. It notes rising gang activity, calls for provincial measures, and suggests trials of armed warders and indeterminate sentences for motor bandits to deter crime.
Sir Henry Page-Wrott leader of the Ultra Imperialists told a Bournemouth audience that higher costs of living due to tariffs are overrated since most goods are obtainable within the Empire. He urged Britons to buy British to compel foreign price cuts and maintain revenue or ensure employment gains.
London reports a plenary session of the League Counsell will occur on Monday to announce the date of the Assembly meeting. China requests under Article 15 prompt discussions on the Far East question, guided by Articles 10 and LL.
London reports Sir Miles Lampson continues efforts to secure a ceasefire as battles ease. Japanese planes bomb Chapel but, after a protest, avoid flying over the international settlement.
The Chief Railway Commissioner Mr. Cleary announced he would not seek the chairman post of the Broadcasting Commission. He said he faced a tough job and intended to press through his current duties.
Chief Secretary Mr Gosling said a report on recent New Guard activities would be requested tonight. He will confer tomorrow with Chief Commissioner Mr Childs of Palles on the matter.
German Nazi aligned group the Steel Helmets may oppose President von Hindenburg by forming a political alliance with the Nagis. They reportedly press for a joint Hohenzollern candidate if Hindenburg remains in the race or will quit after Bruning’s cabinet dismissal. The ex-Crown Prince has not committed to nomination.
The Times urges swift European action at a reparations conference to avert global economic collapse. It argues postwar debt cancellation is the best path, with Italy sharing the view, while a German compromise would expose smaller sums. The United States’ stance matters but unity is essential.
The Observer reports a June reparations conference as fresh world hope. It claims British policy remains to retire debt commitments, denying Hitler propaganda and noting Chancellor Neville Chamberlain’s February 3 House of Commons remarks.
The Privy Council appeal by New South Wales on the Legislative Council faces possible Commonwealth intervention in April. Attorney General J G Latham says no definite decision yet and if he acts for the Commonwealth he would not claim fees. Intervention would not imply “Larging in” but would follow an agreed condition for NSW leave to appeal.
At Geneva the Chinese delegate Yen denounces arms tactics while backing disarmament with Sir John Simon's security formula. Spain proposes limits on armaments and international control, and Slovakia signals openness to Tarieu's plan. Canada and France weigh the same security-based approach amid broader disagreement.
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