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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Feb 18, 1933

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Roosevelt escape stirs nation as Zingare faces charges

Amid reports from Miami on Thursday, Giuseppe Zingare faced charges tied to the attempted assassination of President-elect Roosevelt. The condition of Chicago Mayor Anton Cermak remained unchanged, hospitalized after bullets struck him and others. Zingare, declared not an anarchist, showed little remorse during police interrogation, claiming no affiliation with any group and citing working-class oppression in his remarks.

Miami Guiseppe Zingara Roosevelt Florida Chicago Anton Cermak Mr. Roosevelt Serous Weig Cermak H. Gill Othe Vier Sorph Git Zinmara Lionnevelt Mingarar Gilseppe Zingare Prtsoner Shariff Hardie Broken Englind Hardie Beamevelt Rim Italy United Miter New York Franklin Roosevelt Anton Cernuk Dire Gil Roonevelt Mervice Han Charinabie Bay Atiami Toomvelt

Roosevelts Declination Of Bodyguard Sparks Debate

The article notes President-elect Franklin D Roosevelt declining a personal bodyguard and facing widespread worry as an assassination attempt on Charles Anton Cernuk prompts public unease. It describes the South tour, media scrutiny, and the impact on public sentiment and the upcoming inauguration.

Chicago anti gang drive sparks citywide shock and raids

Reports from Chicago detail a tense anti gang campaign led by the mayor after a shoot left officials hopeful. Police raids target suspected underworld figures as investigations continue and public concern rises.

Chicago Thursasy Cenmiaie Ingury Penary Wn Eearoh

Censure Motion in House of Commons Sparks Debate

The Labour Party criticizes Government tariff policy and unemployment schemes in the Commons. Neville Chamberlain argues development work is costly but necessary while the balance of trade and industry benefits from recent conferences. he notes hope restored by confidence, and questions about postponing payments previously agreed.

Labour Party Thole Erulime Iis Lealer Lansing House of Commons Vriticlain Neville Coumberlain Helms Harrow Chamberlain Ader Jet

No Drum Was Heard No Funeral Note London Burial Simple

London notes mark Sir William Robertson’s Brookwood Cemetery burial with plain ceremony at Westminster Abbey echoing restraint. Government faced unemployment strain as MPs debated relief plans, with Mr. Churchill shaping cautious stance and Mr. MacDonald urging clearer action amid national job pressure. Motion on the government’s handling of unemployment failed 414 to 4.

London William Robertson Brookwood Cemetery HutHon Winston Charlier Bane Dome Herbert Mantuel Rummy MacDonald Ios Jorgu Hieterrin MacDonnd Amd Nimunderstandings

President Hoover comments on Roosevelt shooting attempt

Washington dispatch reports President Hoover reacting to the attempted assassination of Franklin D Roosevelt. Hoover says he is deeply shocked by the news and condemns the act as cowardly, telegraphing support to Roosevelt and urging citizens to stand with him.

Washington Hoover Roomevel Sam Rooaivelt

World Conference urged trade revival in Britain

London reports the Kingdom Chamber of Shipping endorsing government policy at the World Econom ic Conference. The note calls for re establishment of global trade and prosperity while urging restraint on national credit and tempering wartime appetites.

London Kingdom Chamber of Shipping Hindt

King's Message to Mr Roosevelt From King George V

Fragmentary cable in Jacksonville reports King George V expressing horror at an attempted assault on the Proal front fleet and praising Roosevelt for his escape. The message conveys royal abhorrence and offers congratulations, conveyed through unclear OCR text and errors.

King MR. Roosevelt Jacksonville Florida George V Oecape Roads

Sydney butchers fined at Blit Food Court wedding event

A fragmented report notes Sydney butchers were fined for an incident at Blit Food Court during a wedding event. The brief item cites enforcement action over a altercation or violation connected to a public venue. Assorted garbled details limit clarity of exact charges or parties involved.

Ayonet Pri Blit

Prime Minister Sends Message of Sympathy

A diplomatic cable from Prime Minister Tyane expresses sorrow over the murder of the U S president elect and his companions after a violent attack. It conveys the abhorrence of the government and people of the Common­wealth of Austytia and sympathy for the wounded and bereaved in Washington.

Tyane Welle Ammbnamtor United Bixten Amurton Muardarauy Hla

Hospital Tax Debate Reaches Advisory Council Hearings

Mr Mare will address Deputation and urge the Advisory Council to review the Hospital Tax Ordinance draft before promulgation. He insists Cabinet should grant parliamentary representation for the Pearl Capital Territory but warns against foreign control and pledges limited government funding not exceeding 26000 annually.

Starr Cane Murr Federal Advisory Council Marr Ita Tte Pearral Conmaeri Hur

UGLY SITUATION IN RUMANIA

In Bucharest fighting amid strikes stirred by Communists triggered martial law. Seven deaths and many wounded mark clashes as railway workers barricade workshops and confront troops, with numerous strikers to face court martial.

Rondon Ruman Bucharest Haa Thouand Shida Taupe

Milk Board Member Affairs Revealed in Moratorium Case

In a Moratorium Court session before MM. Mc3tanon Patrck Maethan of Marrickeville argued for permanent trusteeship and the position of Michael Martin, a Legislative Council and MINE Board member. Maethan said in April 192% he gave Martin a mortgage on ile Pome, noting Martin earned £103 in interest while municipal rates and utilities totaled £12 for a year. Witnesses indicated the respondent earned £1260 yearly salary. The magistrate refused immediate seizure, delaying action until March 11, and informed Martin of the process outcome.

Rydney Prisny Mc3tanon Patrck Maethan Prides Merchant Marrickeville Permiaent Tv Michael Martin Legislative Couneil Mheahan Martin Ile Pome BeMahan Arkve Mhewi

ENGLISH TEAM Nine Leave for Newcastle

Only nine members of the English cricket team are on the train for Rodney Ehie mornings, accompanied by Warner and Robin who will help form the squad in the meet. The group includes Durdene, All O, Witeliffe, Mammond, Larwood, Anes, Terity, and Paynter, with travel by train tomorrow morning.

Wrisgana Rodney Ehie Warner Robin Nuwcantte Til Teariabane Durdine Witeliffe Mammond Larwood Anes Terity Paynter

Hobbs and Warner Newcastle Protests

Protest over Hobbs and Warner inclusion in Northern Dravida team causes disruption in Newcastle. District Cricket Association and local press report a heated meeting and potential attendance impact of about 6000 as Hobbs and Warner face opposition from the Newastle group amid a regional selection dispute.

Newcastle Kngial Wyatt Mitchell Toyland Newanatin McClay Wu.c Tain Newanaper Fonner Sinatiah Brlabaite Mesere Hobtmephil Warnes Alc.c Axuinat New Northern Dravida Newenatie Mar[y Newmuatle Wainer Kate Acteisgrim Agra Tom Hobie and Warner 1 Ti Fe Crickaléra

Insurance Fraud Case Involving Amurances Society Officials

A New York banking style insurance fraud case unfolds with William Thule Mage age 45 and 17 year old Dswald Cortenill linked to alleged misstatements in balance sheets. The Associated Dominions Ammirance Society Ltd was cited as the target, with questions about Commonwealth Life and General Assurance Company connections. Detectives and prosecutors questioned witnesses about motives and relationships, while defense and police outlined possible collusion and noncooperation. The trial adjourned as lawyers argued over the companies involved and the accuracy of financial statements.

Mr. Ware Page Mack Stwppains Barosie Brimelf MM Inch Henator McLachlan Lawrence Mas Mack India Mutual Lite Company of New York Mda

North China tensions rise over Japanese ultimatums

Clouds in North China signal growing fear of a major conflict as Japan demands Chinese troop withdrawals from Jehol. Manchukuo officials press for retreat of forces from Fehoi while Chinese officials vow resistance, citing League of Nations findings on Manchuria.

Shanghai China Orient Manchukuo Yang Yulan Jehol Muto Manchuria Chang-Hsueh-Liang Tokio Nanking Fehoi League of Nations Ukua

Tense Move Now Seen as China Faces Japan Threat

The article notes rising Chinese emigration southward amid fears of large-scale population shifts. Observers anticipate Japan to begin action before March 1, risking a life and death struggle that could reshape East Asia.

Chin Bo Promt Roneraus Jetel China Japan

Ashes Victory Angers England Tributes to Larwood

Controversy surrounds the Ashes victory as England honors Larwood while Australian critics argue over the series outcome. The press laments conduct, praises Larwood’s role, and notes tension between players, fans, and officials as cricket history records the from a turbulent rubber and the public reaction in London.

Knnlasd MLC Anaradia England Oll Lala Bradman Hie Jardite Mt Timer Bering Tenis Pant Anya Vaymter Huni Wee Umamed Ty Paynter Manchester Guardian Larwood Hradman Srulem Telamen London Blomian Winden Waxiend Herr Kennedy Humpahire Ancill Ais Simtarenire Nayudu India Voorwicketey Brown Victory

Japanese Delegation Considers Withdrawal From League of Nations

On Thursday the Japanese delegation in Geneva prepared to leave after the Assembly meeting. They filed a statement condemning the Committee of 19 for an unwarranted action and warned that it could worsen efforts to restore peace in the Far East. After a lengthy session they telegraphed Tokyo urging withdrawal from the League.

Geneva Assembly League Committee of 19 Far East Tokio Ithdrawal

Nagel Declines Return For Fifth Melbourne Test

Lisle Nagel, tapped as a potential for the Attic test, is unfit and will miss the Melbourne round. He had an injured leg and bowled in the Melbourne Cricket scene today but will not be able to play in four lengthy games.

Melbourne Lisle Nagel Wen

Oldfield Ready for Sydney Test After Injury Recovery

Australian wicketkeeper W. Oldfield says he has fully recovered from the injury suffered at Adelaide. He expects to be fit for the next match in Sydney next week, after saying he was nearing complete recovery and would play if cleared.

Wrlday Me. W. Oldfield Imett Mitlalied Rydney

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Zingara Cuago Br. Cermak President Hoover British Shipping and World Conference Sydney Butchers Mr. Mare Rumania Milk Board Member Brisbane Hobbs and Warner North Paynter’s Park Nagel Oldfield
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