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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 08, 1931
Page
1
A wreck report states 42 survivors were rescued at sea after a vessel named Tricolor suffered explosions aboard. The Pyrrhum picked up the survivors and brought them to Singe while authorities investigated the incident and noted a prior purge of some fact.
Rebels challenge US forces in Nicaragua as Marine withdrawal prompts calls for end of intervention. Messages to United States leaders urge immediate pullback while factions blame foreign troops for disruption and casualties.
Fragmentary report from KYDNEY details a ministerial inquiry into Dr Chisholm Ross and Dr Lal at the Health Board. The minutes note potential charges and possible outcomes, with an impending examination and delivery of further evidence at an inquiry.
A fragmented report describes the death of an elderly Druí secretary and a racing inquiry. The text references a Grandman secretary and contested information, hinting at efforts to curtail data and responses amid the investigation.
Guy Menzies, 21, started from Mascot at 1 am aiming for Perth but announced a New Zealand destination. He landed at 3:47 NZ time in a swamp near Hereto, South Island, plane slightly damaged. He carried food and water for two days, planned a 18 hour flight, and faced a dramatic reception upon return.
Captain Matthews delays departure on his flight to England with speculation he may reroute to New Zealand or Perth. The audience in the city reacts with curiosity as details of the voyage and potential destination surface, while bystanders discuss his calm demeanor and rumored intentions.
Speed tests at Jondon Beach on February 4 to 31 January 31 feature Campbell making rapid efforts on the sand. Officials anticipate the event will draw interest despite unclear conditions and potential delays.
Dioner Charles Brierley an accountant aged 4 and Kennedy Browne a mulexman aged 63 faced charges of conspiring to defraud Thomas Michel Jone and others. The case alleges they aided promoters and enabled the company to divert about 161,000 through a service until December. They were remanded for further proceedings.
The Minty Athletic Club reports Cammi-n'an will withdraw from the heavy weight bout after weight issues delay recognition. Wehmefing notes Camuastan may still be eligible to fight pending a possible resolution.
A local finance board calls for a one percent cut in interest rates. Officials argue the move will ease borrowing costs for residents and stimulate municipal projects.
A reading of a night issued statement argues that fraudsters adulterate the system to push cheaper money. It claims savings and trading banks could loan to governments municipalities and homes, lowering rates and stimulating public finances.
London observers question the Australian stock decline despite other gilt edged markets rising. The piece notes anxiety over Mr Scullin’s return and policy plans, including Mr Lang’s potential moves, impacting Australia’s economic stance and currency.
The Victorian Ministry announces rationing of single men to railway service affecting about 2,000 men immediately. In the last six months railway revenue fell by more than £1,000,000, prompting the measure aimed at stabilizing operations and ensuring essential transport.
London reports show the Conservative Party questioned India's claim while stressing focus on credit and financial obligations, defence, and minority issues. The Indian Round Table discussion faced scrutiny over British army reliance and governance approaches.
A report from London discusses views on wheat control and the Canadian pool amid a global depression. A Canadian producer notes shifts as former importers become producers and questions what push keeps Husain ahead as a key power in global wheat dynamics.
Fragmented report discusses tensions over slavery and Liberia. It references Liberty, public sentiment, investigations, and alleged guilt among officials amid debates on abolition and emigration. The text notes dissatisfaction with policy and calls for action against slavery.
Stocks in London continued to fall with Commonwealth and Victorian shares dropping. Commonwealth Ave fell to 77/0, Victoria to 48/ per cent, New South Wales to 40/10, and South Australian to 146 with mixed moves across sectors.
Fragmentary OCR text describes rising tension in London with chaotic scenes and large financial movements. Mentions increased water issues, Australian connection, and large transactions held as authorities search for position details. Entities are unclear due to garbled source.
The inquiry resumes under AYDNEY with Crown counsel MAXVENIL H.C. arguing that price controls could lower gas costs for consumers while ensuring dividends for shareholders. He emphasizes government aims to balance public need with company viability amid ongoing regulatory review.
Italian planes reach Natal Harbour after a 17 hour 5 minute flight from West Africa. Four planes led a 13 plane scouting group that crossed the ocean in a bold aerial relay, with Fernando di mites noted among the crew. The event marks a notable air operation over the South Atlantic with subsequent flights continuing.
A talian plane developed motor trouble and was forced down into the sea near San Pedro in the Bao Paulo Iglanda and was safely towed to shore by Italian cruisers.
In Rome on Tuesday, Mussolini hailed the Atlante air action as a great accomplishment. Crowds gathered, shouted long live Italy, and cheered as news spread of a spectacular display. Of twelve machines in the squadron, two failed but the rest completed the mission amid patrols and cheers.
Railway talks face a 44 member reversion pressure as the government plans to adjust the raiborage. Officials warn the move could affect cargo routes and passenger services in the coming year.
A garbled report attributes a minister, Dietrich, with declaring the planned 101,900,000 year spending to sustain an army of workers while hinting at reducing dole reliance. The speech suggests reallocating funds to material aid and possible employment programs to support labor without expanding military forces.
The garbled text blames bakers and delivery costs for bread prices. It mentions women and vendor duties in a fragmented discussion about rising costs and demeaning remarks. The passage names unnamed figures and hints at economic blame without clear events.
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