02 Jan 1932
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 02, 1932
Page
1
Fragmentary text from an OCR page discusses a year end budget view and a special feature of a cause. It references timing, annual patterns, and perceived unease about financial plans, with many garbled words and missing context.
Police report a rise in car thefts during Sydney New Year celebrations with numerous vehicles stolen in suburbs like Garry Mills and Bed- Newtown. Residents fear many thefts were committed by revelers while officers work to recover missing cars and identify suspects.
In Calcutta last night 16 year old Ben Amtutosh Neogy was abducted by two men from his home and shot. Neogy died, the killer fled. Earlier Neogy had testified as a Crown witness in a case where several were sentenced.
Reports say intense work on repairs is underway with hopes to finish soon. Details mention a planned arrangement and conclusions tied to ongoing maintenance efforts amid uncertain timelines and international coordination.
In a southward rush along the Murrumbidgee River near Hall, a fierce fire has burned thousands of acres of grassland and timber. About 100 firefighters, aided by the Federal Capital Administration, worked through the day to prevent spread toward Canberra. More than 5000 acres burned. stock losses were light. The situation remained dangerous with winds and shifting flames threatening both river banks and the Federal Territory.
Govoney reports bushfires across New South Wales sweeping large tracts and threatening multiple stations. About 1,080 firefighters battled blazes along a 400 mile front as 20,000 sheep were said to perish and temperatures topped 118 degrees in parts.
The Cotter River catchment bush fire was mostly under control with no further danger expected, though flames were still burning and it may take several days to extinguish completely according to Lands Department officials.
George Head, aged 2, fell into a well at his father's Crystal Brook farm but escaped serious injury. The well had just been pumped dry after two howls. Responding father found the child standing up to his waist in water calling for dear father, suffering only minor facial scratches.
Detectives probing the death of Sydney Temen Morrison uncover a tooth and several shirt buttons while lifting soil at Bungendore where his charred remains were found. The find advances the investigation into the case.
Fires threaten Boola Boola and Manfred Station in the Far West. Sydney railway line area toward Menindle is aflame with crews organizing to fight. Wantabadgery and Arrumbidgee River districts report the fire crossing the river and sweeping Cootampnadra.
London reports Prime Minister Ramaay MacDonald delivering New Year greetings calling the peat year one of crisis and hard times. He commends the people for their brave resolve and pledges government action to sustain spirit until better times.
Montevideo reports Uruguay will suspend principal payments on its foreign loans but continue interest payments. The government says the suspension is needed due to a projected deficit exceeding 3 million pesos by June 30.
Paris reports the president of Freese M. Dounter addressing the diplomatic corps at the Blyses, urging growing solidarity and active cooperation to mitigate the evils of the economic crisis while safeguarding peace and national balance.
The New Years Honours named Princess Mary as Princess Royal, with the King’s daughter adopting the title. The list included one viscountcy, five barons, three privy councillors, 38 knights, and many appointments across chivalric orders. Baron Sankey becomes Viscount while Clifford Allen, Wilfred Ashley, Walter Guinness, L Jones, and Sir William Thompson are among new barons or ministers.
An argument at Belmore dance hall last night escalated into violence. Mitchell, a resident of Belmore, was involved and police arrested three youths for riotous behaviour. A tin opener was reportedly used in the melee. One youth faced a separate charge related to the tool.
Dr Earle Page arrived in Sydney from Melbourne and said the Lyons Ministry would be short. He blamed the Melbourne Herald and Chambers of Manufacturers for branding the Country Party “black” over customs, arguing rural and exporting interests deserve fair treatment and urging a united approach to policy. He noted the Country Party still seeks strong support to aid the joint policy and warned of unstable government without better liaison and policy focus.
Premier Richard Squires announced a four bank syndicate will meet government interest payments totaling 1 2,220,000 dollars on January 1. The Bacchalture Council initially stalled but continued talks until a deal was reached. The syndicate plans to embargo export of bank notes and retain control over customs revenue in Newfoundland.
Mr W Angliss M L A announced that due to low overseas meat prices his firm will cease export operations until prices improve. After consulting with a London adviser, the move could put nearly 2000 workers out of employment in Melbourne.
An habitual criminal, Ernest Albert Richards, serving ten years for robbery under arms, escaped from Yatala Prison between midnight and four this morning. He was in a separate confinement cell for a breach of conditions. He opened two gates and then climbed 14 feet of steel wire netting.
Representatives of Borthwick and Sons and Simms Cooper and Co. said they do not plan to follow W Anasang Co. Pty. Ltd. in ceasing exports. They stated their works would reopen after the holidays, continuing operations across Australia.
Paris reports Adjutant De Frayssinet awarded the Legion of Honour for a dangerous in flight action. He signalled a passenger to jump but saw the parachute tangled. He reentered the burning plane to free the tangled chute then deliberately crashed to avoid a flaming dive, enabling a safe descent.
A woman told police she was dragged from bed by the throat and thrown to the floor. Minutes later a man appeared at the station with his wife, received a warning from a sergeant, and then left with his spouse.
In a nationwide referendum Finland overwhelmingly supports restoring liquor licenses after a twelve year ban. Crowds cheered as results were posted outside papers and celebrations spread nationwide with motor parades and public drinking.
Berlin reports that Adolf Hitler addressed 15 million followers in a flamboyant New Year appeal. He urged supporters to fight Bolshevism to the utmost, marching into the year as victors while staying on the path of legality.
Berlin reports President Hindenburg delivering a long broadcasted address amid crisis. He urged sacrifice and patience, praised restraint, and called for disarmament while urging Germans to stand firm for the Fatherland. The speech reportedly reached Australia.
Berlin correspondent reports a mysterious voice interrupted a broadcast urging proletariat unity. Police launch nationwide hunt for the rogue radio station amid unclear the source and motives.
Newgate police raided two Wickham houses last night and found an elaborate still as well as a still in operation. Officers guarding the Wickham property uncovered 1000 gallons of rum and spirit plus three large stills and three barrels. They believe the seizures will halt the local moonshine trade that has flourished for over a year.
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