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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 16, 1934
Page
1
After a conference of 40 Congressional leaders, President Roosevelt announced he would send a message to Congress recommending the Treasury take over all monetary gold. The move would reduce the gold content of the dollar and create intense interest and excitement.
Uncertain report describes government actions affecting workers amid a fresh wave of unrest. Officials indicate property may be returned, while broader economic tensions widen. Names and locations are unclear due to damaged text.
A garbled dispatch from The Hague outlines naval reform measures under Mr A W Ideniburg with Wilhelmina's influence. It references reorganising operations at the Helder naval base, adjusting provisioning and war materiel, and halving some procurement or staffing.
Arrangements were made yesterday with the Commonwealth Government for the redemption of the 1908 loan valued at 583 pounds. The loan carried interest at 4 percent per annum and was issued about 40 years ago by the Water and Australian Government. The State Government noted the redemption was not a federal action but involved sinking fund allocations to cover the amount.
An association named the Consumers' Tariff Moderation League has been formed in Sydney to rally citizens against excessive tariffs and push for reform across trades and restrictions. The secretary is Major J. Raitchfield, a noted Sydney consulting accountant.
The Territories branch and Civil Aviation Department near completion of minor details for government air service tenders in New Guinea. An announcement is expected this week. Contract will cover private service with New Guinea Administration using standby planes. Payment based on mileage. cabinet decision later. Cost factors under Interior and Civil Aviation review.
A Canberra advisory council will back the naming of Canberra as Lady Denman day events mark the birth of the Federal Capital. Mr T M Shakespeare praised Burley Griffin and King O'Mally for their roles in Canberra's development and urged timely celebration to honour the city’s birth on March 12.
London report cites Paris correspondent of The Daily Herald alleging faults in the eastern frontier forts. The 150 mile chain cost about £30,000,000 yet concrete may be only 18 inches thick with cracks. Investigators question materials and oversight by the contractor and inspectors.
Berlin reports that on January 11 the Emergency Federation urged reporting church troubles and demanded Dr Muller’s resignation. Nazism and the Pope’s ideas featured in public remarks by Hindenburg ally von Papen, who argued against a National Church while stressing Catholic youth training.
Hitler declares Germany seeks freedom and international respect without denying others rights. He argues nations must cease suppressing Germany and hopes peace can be built on equal standing among states, trusting friendship will grow if fostered by equal nations.
The Legacy Club of Canberra plans an air pageant on November 24 featuring a race to Canberra. The event expands from Melbourne to Canberra to include aircraft from all eastern Australia centers with handicaps set on distance. It echoes the Monte Carlo rally style and has support from Melbourne centenary officials and Capt. Johnston, Controller of Civil Aviation, who offers assistance.
Dublin reports General O Duffy predicts an early Irish Free State election in March. He criticizes de Valera as empty and warns of economic war and ruin to agriculture. Commander Cronin appears stage-ready with a provocative stance, while Civic Guards stay restrained amid tensions.
The forthcoming trial targets Arnold von Golatena a Saxon aristocrat ex officer in the Saxon Horse Guards later writing as Ludwig Renn author of Wer and a widely read figure rivaling Remarque He is accused of high treason for alleged meetings for military instruction Renn denies the charge claiming he only lectured on military subjects
A bulk handling silo near Ballating, about eight miles from Quirading, burst after a heat wave, releasing a vast amount of wheat across 60 feet around the site. An enormous 165 foot gash split the silo with farmers nearby watching as one man dangled from the roof. No warning preceded the break, which followed a day above 100 degrees.
Germany vows reprisal by imposing quotas on many French products including wines perfumes textiles leather and artificial fertilizers. The move will cut French imports by about 1 250 000 pounds yearly as part of retaliatory measures reported from Berlin on Sunday.
The Frailan conversion loan of £424 million at four percent closed with £148.57 million subscribed. About one third converts stock while two thirds remain cash. The redemption target was linked to budget deficit reductions and proposed partial amortization.
Fragmented OCR text depicts a veterans celebration praising Hitler. It mentions crowds in streets, goose-stepping, President Hindenburg greeting General Mackensen and Count von Neurath, and a claim that Germany must mobilize every man and soldier for reconstruction. Emphasizes Kyffhauser legend and a mythic Emperor Frederick.
A wireless mast caught fire disrupting service for about 300 users as emergency crews battled the blaze. No injuries reported and investigators will determine the cause. Local officials say residents should expect brief outages until restoration is complete.
A widespread textile walkout spreads from several Sydney weaving mills as unions warn more than 9000 workers may strike. Meetings at Trades Hall and various mills signal coordinated action with expectations of broader stoppages in Victoria and Tasmania.
Canberra Advisory Council by unanimous vote urged the Minister for the Interior to nominate H. C. Brown and C. B. Daily as two councillors to the Canberra University College. The action follows December 1882 council evolution urging the Federal Capital Commission to nominate two councillors and promote a territory university.
A brutal hailstorm struck the Holea district causing extensive roof damage, killing sheep and cattle and injuring animals. Farmers report destroyed windows, smashed enclosures, and livestock losses with some fields flooded. Local authorities and landowners assess the toll and potential compensation.
The Daily Express reports Prince Masmilian Malikoff once wealthy Amaten aristocrat now works as a stable hand in Sir Archibald Welgall’s yard at Ascot. An interviewer found him rake in hand, noting his smile amid astonishment at the fall from royal birth to a working life. Malikoff says he always loved horses and found refuge with Lady Weigall.
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