14 Jan 1932
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 14, 1932
Page
1
Many scattered OCR fragments describe a British landmark flight with the largest flying boat, mentioning names like Reermans and Sutera, and noting a 0 hour timing. The text is garbled withIncomplete phrases about a pioneering ocean travel endeavor and a prominent vessel.
London reports a to-day conference between Bir and allied delegates. Details are sketchy but officials expect focused talks on policy and security. no final agreement announced.
A baffling disappearance concerns a hiker from Hokitika who vanished during a biking and trek across the Southern Alps near Wellington. Reports from Greymouth quote frantic searches as authorities and locals mobilize, while uncertain details and fragmented notes suggest a difficult expedition and a possible trail misstep before authorities located the scene.
Tomer and Joann Fare announced a new initiative by the USA Steel leadership aimed at a significant state steel project. Details remain sparse as officials prepare a formal briefing with stakeholders in the coming days.
French Premier Laval faced a cabinet shakeup as Radical Socialists refused to join a proposed government reshuffle. Herriot offered Foreign Affairs and portions of other posts, but party opposition halted broader Cabinet expansion. Laval sought a National Government to navigate the Lausanne Paris Conference, amid party divisions and resignations.
Canberra advisory council heard from Minister for Home Affairs Mr Parkhill that dual control and overlapping responsibilities should be eliminated. The proposed rearrangement aims to place Canberra activities under the Department of Home Affairs, reuniting control previously split after the abolition of the Federal Capital Commission and the Works Department.
Grave Japanese riots disrupt Shanghai area as about 1,000 Japanese invade the Kuo Min Tang press offices in Tsing Tao, burning papers and wrecking machinery. Chinese residents shelter under patrols by 300 Japanese marines sent to restore order amid fears of clashes. Continuous chaos reported with casualties and heightened tensions.
London reports that a British Cabinet meeting tomorrow will focus on reparations and armament issues. Sir Frederick Leith Ross Treasury expert will present his report after talks with the French Finance Minister. Neville Chamberlain Sir John Simon and Runciman will be the three ministry delegates to the Basel conference.
Geneva Ottawa Tuesday Premier Bennett announced that Sir George Berity Maurice Dupre and Mlle Kidd will represent Canada at the Geneva Disarmament Conference. The petition urging disarmament was presented in the Senate chamber by nearly half a million Canadians and weighed about a quarter ton, delivered to Parliament by motor lorry.
A fragmented report describes a new rifle bullet claimed to pierce half an inch of armour by doubling velocity. It notes Canberra administration drafting ordinances unlikely to be affected and discusses reorganizing departments and advisory councils to increase citizen influence in local government.
Evidence from the NSW State Lottery report today indicates continuing financial influence on Tasmanian finances. The document covers the 1981 results, comparing with the previous year and outlining a five year trend, noting the lottery’s annual contributions and overall receipts during that period.
President Hoover and key agencies launch inquiries into the Hawaii situation amid reports of civic unrest and calls for medical laws. The Hawaiian defense leader Mourton sends a message to Congress claiming willingness to surrender, as authorities seek to restore order and rehabilitate Hawaii’s image.
The Air Ministry and Handley Page discuss exporting meat via an aircraft stabilizer invented by D Roberts of Auckland New Zealand. Sir John Wormald notes wartime aircraft blindness and a partial Franco-Welsh conflict with new technical claims. The debate touches on aviation progress and retirement changes affecting projections.
Police arrested a large group in Paris amid unrest as legislators faced disruption. A reported storming attempt by a demonstrator, shouting about women, led to removal to infirmary. Four foreigners lacking papers were detained. many Communists were released.
Australian buyers keep pouring capital into London government bonds while avoiding mining shares. the market shows little shift in the ore sector as funds flow into state securities.
A fierce engagement in Shanghai pits a small Japanese force against bandits. The clash leaves four Japanese dead or missing and many wounded, while armor reinforcements strike to aid. Urban fighting and power outages disrupt the city as an armored train derails at high speed.
A fragmented report notes revived Congress activity across Berlin Calcutta and Bombay amid Hindenburg support and Bruening plan ties. It cites protests, pickets, and crowd actions during a 1926 election climate, with traders resisting and external actors shaping the campaign dynamics.
Reports from London describe a monumental Indian project to divert Indus river water across Punjab and Bind provinces. The plan links 7,000 miles of canals through private channels, enabling 6,000,000 acres of cultivation and an estimated annual crop value near £30 million, at a cost around £15 million.
Sydney report covers a heated council meeting where Mr J Garlick, former president of the fan Routh Board, is described as an alleged victim in a conspiracy claim. Brady accuses officials of manipulating public appointments for political aims and asserts critics seek to use power against him.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at redacted portions uncovering a late 19th century city archive. Researchers identify erased entries including dates, names, and locations, suggesting a broader censored record awaiting careful restoration.
British trade data for December show exports near 22 million dollars and a value around 214 thousand pounds with imports about 1 million pounds and expenses near 18.9 million. Yearly reports total 442 million pounds in exports and 862 million pounds in imports, marking a drop from the previous year.
A vague report describes a fire menace near Cobar with uncertain details. Fire brigades responded but wording is unclear about exact location, timing, and casualties. Further clarification is needed to confirm events and outcomes.
Heavy rain quenched a large fire in Albury late yesterday. Four engines battled the blaze that destroyed several warehouses and threatened nearby structures. Fire officials said weather eased the danger and aided containment efforts.
Jim Carlton set an Olympic record at the Sydney Sports Ground by running 100 metres 109 yards one foot in 10.4 seconds during a windy afternoon trial. He beat his own Australian mark by about half a second on a grass track, despite conditions.
A chaotic report describes a bomb scare involving a steamer, with unclear details and several garbled phrases. Authorities tightened security as investigators pursued possible connections to a separate incident near a railway line. No injuries are confirmed, but the scene remained under alert as the investigation continued.
Trade jumbled report notes Kingsford Smith arriving in Calcutta on a Wednesday. It mentions a 2.31 pm banding and departure planned for the next morning. Numerous garbled phrases follow with unclear names and items.
Smith plans to postpone the record attempt until between January 22 and 34 as Wellington officials leave and conditions improve. A ride between the dates is planned with the aim to enable the attempt once the weather and sea conditions allow.
A partially garbled report notes that interviews with Harkness, builder of Smith’s car, suggest plans to return to New Zealand amid trial fears. It hints the car may reach 100 miles per hour, conflicting with the world record and risking ridicule if he speaks.
New York report recalls Malcolm Campbell aiming to return to Daytona Beach in a Bluebird effort within a month. The celebrated Australian driver Wikard Smith is mentioned as a possible cooperator or competitor as Campbell seeks another record, amid cautious optimism from his American manager Bill Turd.
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