24 Feb 1934
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 24, 1934
Page
1
Weary progress reported at the Premiers Conference in Welbourne as talks end without a statement. Deliberations resume Monday with no definite outlook, suggesting possible collapse if no early agreement emerges. Discussion focuses on trade and commerce sections and their link to financial issues amid persistent disagreements.
In a surprising shift, Leopold ascends to the throne, replacing Grint amid a tense political climate. Officials confirm the move as a pivotal change with implications for the royal line and future governance, as public reactions vary across regions.
Friday Mr. JC Whiteman, an English inventor, reached Melbourne by the Derwin Bay today and stated that fret trade patrol could be produced for 33 per gallon. He said the Argentine Government had already established two factories for petrol from maize, and next year they would handle 1,000,000 bushels.
Melbourne reports a Loan Council meeting with no final decision on funding Treasury Bills by a new internal loan. A possible £10,000,000 with 3 to 3.5 percent interest was discussed, £2,000,000 for state works, the rest to replace maturing Bills. The Commonwealth Bank noted December 1933 Treasury Bills at £50,820,000 and supported an open market approach to strengthen currency control.
London editorial notes a Glasgow Chamber of Commerce address by Foreign Secretary Sir John Simon condemning fascist private militias led by Oswald Mosley. He warns such bands threaten civil liberty, press freedom, and parliamentary government, risking a spillover of violence and a loss of self discipline amid world influence.
A Berlin communique reports final discussions between Lord Privy Seal Anthony Eden and German officials, including Chancellor Hitler and Foreign Minister von Neurath, on disarmament. The talks were frank and friendly, with both governments united in seeking a general agreement at the earliest possible date.
The report notes partial advances in reducing obstacles to a Davis Cup outcome. Officials foresee continued talks and potential steps as discussions proceed.
London reports Major Milcott told the House of Commons the Government would guarantee minimum prices for milk and subsidize manufactured milk products for two years. Proposed advances could reach 1.5 to 11.75 million pounds in year one, with 750 thousand pounds yearly for four years. Britain faces a 30 percent winter surplus and warns that low butter and cheese prices due to imports risk the dairy industry without action.
Paris reports the government offered a reward of 100000 francs for information identifying the killer of Albert Prince, an expected witness in the Stavisky inquiry. Prince’s death followed a postmortem showing a stabbing. his son claims to have names of suspects but risks his life if revealed. Eyewitnesses later said Prince was seen hours before the crime with a man and a woman, and a powder puff was found near the body.
An unclear excerpt discusses state wage comparisons and the impact on workers, with references to Victoria and New Beyina but the text is fragmented and hard to parse. The remarks imply concerns about wage levels and fairness, noting commissions and possible judgments.
A nightmarish incident left Plaros Williams of ia fatally struck by a train named Bene fSorelag near the tracks. The deceased was found beneath the wheels, crushed and not identifiable by bystanders before authorities arrived.
Heavy rains in the Southern Tablelands and South Coast cause flood conditions on coastal rivers. Queanbeyan and Molonglo rivers rise sharply with bridges submerged. In Canberra Acton there is panic as tourists in cubicles wake to flood threats and scramble to high ground. Sydney experiences a damaging cloud burst causing widespread urban disruption.
Fragmentary report notes a government push toward a shipping merger with ties to Mr. Chamberlain and the ongoing war effort. Details are unclear but indicate a case resumption and official action labeled No. 094 within the broader imperial policy.
Unrest erupts in Bombay as workers stage strikes and demonstrations, with clashes reported between labor groups and authorities. Authorities impose temporary curfews as unions demand higher wages and better working conditions. Major disruptions affect transportation and local businesses.
A terse note reports that a Bank of Canada bill was introduced amid unclear wording and fragmented phrases. The brief mentions the bank and related actions without clear details or context.
Fragmentary OCR note describes a restitution matter involving a carrier Wilkow Minaon and an unidentified party. No clear date, location, or full names are provided.
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