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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 20, 1933
Page
1
Geneva reports describe a Sino-Japanese crisis deferred by a committee of 19 as they reject Japan's counter proposals. They insist cooperation between America and Russia be preserved and push for conciliation via the Lytton report as the principled path forward.
A meeting of wool growers rejected price fixing and affirmed no import restrictions on wool. Leaders stated the group would not set artificial prices and would continue to monitor market conditions under existing trade rules.
Melbourne reports the Australian Wool Growers Council proposes no new wool price rise and urges government action. It calls for abolition of Tasmanian expansion charges, reduced production costs, lower overseas prices, and tax relief to cut production costs while aligning with Ottawa spirit.
The Board of Control's stance on body-line bowling has sparked wide debate across newspapers. The Daily Herald notes the Marylebone meeting will draft a reply seeking more details on the tactics and proposes a round-table with England's team, while stopping short of banning the theory to avoid censuring Jardine and team management.
Adelaide dispatch reports a heated press reaction to the MCC protest against body-line bowling in the Australian tour. The Times and other papers urge firm stance by MCC, cautioning against suspending play while arguing body-line tactics risk ruining relations. Enthusiasm remains high for a decisive ruling.
A garbled London report reflects tension within the league over the Ten team. Officials discuss canceling the next game and propose playing no more for ten years, seeking a friendly arrangement without deception.
A dispatch notes Bay American trade data showing exports at their lowest level since 1925, signaling a sharp downturn in the region's commerce. Officials cite weakened demand, logistical bottlenecks, and currency pressures as contributing factors to the slump.
Washington discussion centers on a 2.04 trillion dollar Sun trade pact with the secretary of commerce and the debate over federal support for the Buy American movement. Proponents claim 4 million American workers could be aided while exports recently totalled 1.617 billion but had fallen by 707 million. The split reflected broader interparty tensions as leaders push for stronger foreign trade.
Adelaide Thursday after a meeting of the English team members deny claims of discord or loyalty questions. They affirm unwavering loyalty to their captain and aim for victory under his leadership, addressing public statements about tensions.
In Melbourne on Thursday, W. 8. Kent Hughes, honorary minister in the Victor cabinet and ex Oxford friend of Jardine, sent a telegram objecting to insults and boorah words in the board's protest. He called Jardine a good man and a thorough gentleman, noting the Bagliattitude in 1921 differed.
Ex Premier Otis costs Lausanne reports libel action brought by Stevens against Lang and Mr Lone over remarks about bus services. Judgment notes Hinkler flights and poor weather hindered trial. Stevens failed to meet trial notice. costs of defence may be recovered.
London jury finds Mammuel Faroecs died by his own hand using spirits of salts. Furnace claimed he showed Spatchett a loaded revolver, it fired, killing him. He says he threw the gun in a canal, then burned the body with paint to fake a suicide. Police noted 38 items in Furnace possession and troubling signs of poison.
Citrum Conference today announced cooperation among coastal citrus producers. A regional export plan was adopted to ship 24 000 cartons of common and nav el oranges to the United Kingdom, with 3 000 cartons per shipment. Production centers in South Australia Victoria Irrigation area and New South Wales will share 7 000 cartons each. Early June target for shipments.
A wide scale search for Lady Dailey continues with four military aircraft and civil planes deployed to comb the district thought to have been seen last. The operation aims to wire the findings to authorities in Algiers and intensify the investigation.
A boy named John Maward Tailot, aged unknown, was fatally injured when struck by a motor car opposite his home in Port Hyllania this evening. He attempted to cross a buggy road and was hit by a vehicle traveling past the home. Police attended and the matter is under inquiry.
Snow continues to fall on the Alps hindering the Hinkler search. The delay reduces chances of locating the aeroplane remains and raises doubts about locating missing airman. An offer was accepted for expert mountaineers to join the expedition and survey Montana Wormats and surrounding areas where debris might lie.
In Sydney the Australian captain Woodfull carried his bat for a second time in a test innings as England fought back in the third test. Parked against a strong attack, Woodfull remained unbeaten at 75 as Australia reached 198 before lunch, with Larwood and Verity taking key wickets.
At a Dundas council meeting the mayor and Alderman Mary refused a straightforward wine relief grant and a 10 000 pound municipal employment grant. They stated future responsibility for keeping the local man employed. Mr Spooner, in Parliament, indicated Dundee was offered other sums but the council stood firm.
Mauricy Chevalier and Yvonne Vallee, film stars, have obtained a reciprocal divorce after the court found they proved their cause. The ruling ends their marriage as a formal public record.
A prominent Methodist minister and former superintendent died today after a long illness. The late clergyman, associated with the Methedia church, served in leadership roles within the Methodist mission and guided congregations through decades of service. Funeral arrangements are pending.
The president and member of Parliament discuss holiday pay withheld from a worker. Mr O Keefe asks Interior Minister for guidance. Brown states the issue has been referred to the Minister and a decision is awaited, likely by week’s end.
A damaged description reports Oldfinid sustains a fracture of the right frontal bone after being struck by a ball from Larwood. Dr Stele notes no surgery is required, but he cannot play again until the bone knits. The outlook for Australian wicket use remains uncertain.
In Sydney O Reilly rests as O Reilly to rest for Watch and NaW competition begins with annual Day. Hi ntenda to have small role in warmup for the fourth tet. H Chilvers will take his place in the team.
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