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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 18, 1935
Page
1
The Prime Minister announced that underwriting on the Australian Loan Council terms is complete. The loan offers 3 percent at par, repayable in 26 years with a 21 year redemption option. Estimated savings by state and Commonwealth total well over £2.3 million, reflecting strong recovery signals praised by The Times.
London officials announced meat import arrangements for the first quarter of 1938 to 1933. Foreign chilled beef imports set at 90 percent of prior quarter levels, and trimmings beef mutton and lamb at 66 percent. Dominion quotas list Australia New Zealand Canada and other nations with specified cwt limits for beef veal mutton lamb and pork.
In Nottingham at the Albert Hall Notts members vote by show of hands to express no confidence in the committee after an apology over Voce’s two overs in a Australia vs Notts match. The report by K D McGraith led to the committee resignation and signals the issue may not be settled despite apologies.
After the gathering, prominent town officials stated the committee would retain control. The discussion centered on a cautious plan, with an apology noted and a push to restore order and confidence in community leadership.
A House introduction outlines a Townsend style plan with $200 monthly pensions for every citizen over 60. The measure requires cessation of all external earning and directs recipients to spend within the United States within a month of payment. A Treasury grant of two million dollars funds the initial month and a 2 percent tax sustains ongoing costs.
Melbourne Thursday report that Defence Minister Parkhill announced the cabinet is considering appointing a deputy controller of Civil Aviation to relieve Captain Johnna. The minister also said government aims to join Lord Bempill in shaping civil aviation policy.
Sydney report on Jona Keingaley Clarkson 724 escaping his cell at Cootamundra Gaol between midnight and 6.30am. Police say outside confederates used a hacksaw to cut an iron bar, enabling the prisoner to escape. The piece also notes cricket commentary and Australian reactions to bowling controversy.
The State Cabinet set Saturday March 2 as Victoria’s general election date. A short Parliament session likely before Easter, possibly starting March 20, to pass rural rehabilitation legislation under the Federal relief scheme. Premier Sir Stanley Argyle said the Commonwealth can’t help until needed laws pass. Chief Returning Officer Rowe said no interference with the election, writs expected to be issued on February 10.
Desperate efforts to maintain east coast schedule are under way as Hippomenes left Darwin at dawn aiming to reach Briana by tomorrow night. Authorities say the pilot will not reach Charleville or Morrose and could miss connecting to the New South Wales mail and the train to Sydney. Captain Johnson, Controller of Civil Aviation, commented on the situation.
An inquiry was ordered into the Emparial Air liner Athan incident reported near Darwin. The director of peat and telegraph, Mr MP, assumes responsibility while the pilot is to abstain from comment as the investigation proceeds with naval and beacon signals noted.
A bank attack led to a dramatic confrontation as a kidnapper was shot dead by authorities. Police say gangsters launched the assault amid a tense standoff, with officers responding swiftly to protect civilians and recover hostages. The incident heightened calls for security and swift justice.
Across the United States gun battles tied to a kidnapping case and banker Edward Bremer unfold. In Florida a six hour siege ends with Frost Barker captured after machine gun exchanges. In Minnesota a bank hold up erupts in gunfire leaving three dead and three wounded as citizens fortify against bandits. In California five convicts escape a Las Quintas prison yard clash, one killed, others wounded or captured.
In the Newmead district Auckland Thursday peat land fires drive residents from homes. Smoke from burning peat harms stock and property, endangers crops, and blights farm operations as a red glow lights the countryside.
Reports from Sarreguemines detail a wave of Saar refugees heading to Alsace Lorraine as military authorities screen them. In Australia, Lyons era policy is praised for boosting finances and enabling low interest money. The Daily Telegraph and Morning Post cite improved credit status and large-scale operations yielding significant annual savings and a widening surplus.
Sydney tennis events were delayed after overnight rain made Rushcutters Bay courts unplayable. The triangular teams and the country tennis carnival were postponed to tomorrow.
Quist was defeated by Boussus in the international tennis events. The match featured Quint losing to the Frenchman amid a sequence of tremulous results. France and Britain vied for early rounds as Misarhe and Dearman with partners secured a 7 2 victory in mixed doubles against Wonton and Waltore.
Sydney notes discuss Davis Cup doubles pairing for the tie. The decision hinges on Crawford’s condition after Friday’s play and prevailing conditions at the venue. Historical remarks reference past reserves and strategy affecting selections.
Fragmentary report indicates a yacht wreckage found at Broken Bay yesterday. The object, identified as a yacht by salvage authorities, was located near Lashena area though no crew were confirmed alive or rescued at the time of the discovery.
In a smoke-filled Hanna Street home early morning, two adults, a 40-year old man and a 40-year old married woman, were dragged from a bedroom and died shortly after. Neighbour Mrs Watson helped, but the inner room door could not be opened. The government pathologist said both deaths were due to suffocation from smoke. a head wound on the woman was not the cause.
The quarterly vital statistics show very low infant mortality. In Q4 1034, out of 34 births, one infant died in the first year. Q3 1034 recorded zero infant deaths. For the three months ending December 31, births were 18 males 19 females total. infant deaths were 1.
A Melbourne cable report states Australia acts to counter South Africa’s rising push to vaporize the Japanese wool market, affecting Australian wool sales. It notes Japan’s firms deny any intention to buy large wool quantities in South Africa, while South African production and slave labor remarks appear in scattered mentions.
Fragmentary OCR text shows Dr Downey Adelaide en route to Fingland, referenced guides and hooks, with baffling remarks about Australia and America. The garbled lines mention Taroman, Catholia Ardanahy, and adtnenia, suggesting a misread foreign name cluster and unclear events.
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