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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 15, 1934

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Stavisky Scandal Sparks Heated Deputies Debate in Paris

Paris lawmakers clash over Stavisky corruption as ex-premiers exchange harsh words. Deputies back a motion for reform and judiciary action while ministers defend government records. Rumors surface of bribery, blackmail, and lavish spending linked to the financier Stavisky.

Paris Chautemps Stavisky Chamber of Deputies Wrthel Raviety Fin M. Bemiot Radical Party M. Mesriot Banque Nation

Summer School in Canberra on Economic Planning

A Canberra Summer School of the Institute of Economic Planning to be held January 20 to 28. Daily sessions include three hour blocks with papers read and discussed. Notable lecturers include National Mat fay B. Roned Wale and University personnel. program details outline lectures, talks, and schedule across multiple days.

Institute of At ‘Bence Canbarra Igor Messiam National Mat Fay B. Roned Wales Poonacten Univer Pee Pa Perwomie BI

Planning and Public Policy Talks At University Event

A dated schedule lists talks by Wilson of the Bureau of Census and Statistics and by Professor W Mc Senior Led on planning and a seminar at the University of Mel aea. The program includes a Sunday session with a final meet and discussion of a summer topic led by Rennvenles of the University of ktelbourns.

W. Mc University of Melaea Rennvenles University of Ktelbourns

Monster at Devil's Cataract Reported Near Victoria Falls

In Capetown a strange monster about twenty feet long with a mail head and thick body is described as a native devil of Devil's Cataract near Victoria Falls. Victor Pare observed it twice at the cataract foot, others at Danger Point have similarly seen it. The creature is linked to Lavingatom and the Government Jourator, who believes multiple such beings may exist.

Capetown Victoria Falls Victor Parel Danger Point Jourator

Foochow Rebels Leave Shanghai in Retreat

Rebels retreat from Foochow as National forces close in. 10th Route Army lands near Foochow. British cruiser Berwick sails from Hong Kong toward Foochow. 19th Route Army in full retreat toward Chuang Chow. authorities fear disturbances and watch naval activity.

Shanghai Foochow Mebél 10Th Route Army Ten Millon Lassie Berwick Hong Kong D Foochow 19Th Route Army Chuang Chow Inn Inn Souther Fukiem. ‘They May Attempt To Cross Kuang Tung C Chen-Chi-Tang

Nelson Grounds at Portsmouth Harbor in Grounding Incident

A Daily Morning Post report details HMS Nelson grounding off Portsmouth while departing for a spring cruise. Refloated after hours with tug assistance. repairs and an inquiry expected. Admiralty plans and port maneuvers described amid spectator interest and potential dockyard checks.

London HMS Nelson Portemouth Dover Portsmouth Wisa Portsmouth Harbour Trafalgar Square The Morning Post Nelson Mllst

Serious Floods Ravage South America With High Death Toll

Floods across South America have killed between 50 and 60 people and caused about 20 million pounds in damage to property and crops. In Argentina hundreds are reported missing and at least 33 bodies recovered with totals possibly reaching 40. British Guiana, Brazil, and Argentina face rising flood threats as rivers overflow and relief efforts scramble to assist survivors.

Buenos Aires British Guiana Yves Mendosa Brasil

Free State economic war and tariffs dominate Irish debate

The Irish Independent reports intensified talks on quotas to control imports as De Valera faces pressure from farmers. Ministers consider compelling a percentage of debulled oats with wheat to ease agriculture, while a push for import restrictions and new duties aims to aid the Free State economy against Britain. Dublin events include Sean Lemass criticizing motor insurers planned to rise 25 percent, with aims for cheap Irish insured products.

London Caorions Tha de Valera de Valera Iriah Ministry of Agriculture Dublin Britain Irian Free State Trish Motor Traders Dublis Sean Lemans Tris Motor Traders

Austrian Plot Foiled In Dolfuss Regime Conspiracy

In Vienna police raided Fraunfeld home at 1 am arresting Fraunfeld Schapenfrob and Leo pold and other Nazis tied to a plot to topple Chancellor Dolfuss. Count Alberti, head of the Heimwehr in Lower Austria, later resigned his position and met with leaders hoping to end the affair. Reports say he may have faced offers or negotiations with the Nucla group.

Vienna Saturre Fraunfeld Dolfurs Nagis Lesdera Heimwehr Praundfeld Schapenfrob Leo‘pold Nasis

Byrd Fails To Reach Land In Third Flight In Three Weeks

Rear-Admiral Byrd conducts a third aerial expedition over the Prot quadrantry accompanied by Messia June Mowlin and Paterson. He follows the 12nd meridian toward latitude 68 degrees 50 minutes, longitude 183 degrees 21 minutes west, reporting no land within the expected reach and noting thick weather as a limiting factor. The Jacob Rupert’s southward push runs near Byrd’s own record, with weather delaying a potential nonstop night to Little America.

Bea Messia Mowlin Paterson Byrd King Edward Vir Lend Maris Byrd Land Troes Jacob Rus Little America Tee Jacob Rupert Juné June Ellsworth Eleworth Junes

Roosevelt faces possible gold action and dollar devaluation

Washington reports a conference among President Roosevelt and Treasury Secretary Morgenthau amid talk of impounding gold and devaluing the dollar to fund the Recovery Plan. Officials suggested a central bank debate continues, with no commitment on immediate action or new legislation. The Treasury announced December currency in circulation at 10.208 billion and Federal Reserve gold reserves at 9.566 billion.

Washington Roosevelt Annes Scuster ‘Thomas United States Treasury Federal Reserve Bank Tranbury Fin

Wall Street Raider Made Millions Then Died Penniless

A long horizon tale follows a ruthless financier who accumulated immense wealth through high risk trades. Despite amassing millions, his later years were marked by poverty and legal entanglements, culminating in an unglamorous death behind bars.

Tasman Flight Ends Near New Plymouth in Tasman Crossing

Smith and Sir Charles Kings ford Smith led the Southern Cross from Richmond Aerodrome at 2 13 am for a Tasman Sea crossing. The crew, weather difficulties, and five hour delay produced rough air as the plane reached 8000 feet and TB knots before rain and low visibility. They later landed New Plymouth at 7 45 pm New Zealand time, five minutes after the scheduled target.

Charles Kingsford Smith Fe Eevee Bridge Ae John Sydney Hoenkrmen Menage New Plymouth Ima New Zealand Plymouth As Wits Wimot Lono Monterey

Tourist Influx At Parliament House Tour Stirs City

Tourists continue to visit Parliament House, with numbers rising this week. Guides report the flow through the building, highlighting peak days and the overall count reaching thousands. The scene reflects growing public interest in the historic site and its political setting.

Parliament House Tenoréay

Markets listless as gold price holds steady in New York

The government gold price remained unchanged for the second consecutive day with little trading activity on the market. The dollar closed at 63.76 cents in gold, while the pound sterling finished at 5 dollars 5 cents, reflecting a quiet trading session.

New York

J incident on throne labour Stafford Cripps speech

Fragmentary OCR reads as political event involving Stafford Cripps and labour staff in a county seat. Mentions a speech and opposition stance, with unclear surrounding details due to damaged text.

Injunction Granted in Chicago to Protect Doctor's Wire

A Chicago court granted an injunction protecting a physician's wire communications. The order bars disclosure or use of the protected material pending further court action, citing confidentiality and patient privacy considerations.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Stavicky Seavisky Isky M. Bonnet Br. Tridieu M. Herriot M. Auriol M. Tardieu M. Chautemps Tardieu Youre Garay Visky Pugillar Maure Joe Niemen Stavinky Canberra Wilson Bureau of Census and Statistica Sth South Furkien H.M.S. Nelson Pon Handamera Dred SRG Uwilletve Teach ‘Prover Ingleve Lee Arthur Waistell Portamouth Miguel Carival Oud South America Free State Dolfuss Admiral Byrd U.S.A. Monetary Policy Wall Street Raider Tasman Smith Labour Stafford Cripps Chicago Vines Tilden
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