25 Jan 1932
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 25, 1932
Page
1
Calcutta government orders removal of Congress flags from public spaces amid political tension. Officials state the action aims to maintain order and uphold law. Activists condemn suppression while alleging political vendetta as protests continue in the city.
Fragmentary text describes a disturbance or incident near Pmautta, mentioning a private area and individuals named Mr. Wor and Burt. The passage references travel between a village seven miles distant and appears to be an oblique or corrupted report with limited readable details.
A massive quake and volcanic activity devastate Guatemala and neighboring regions. Eruptions from Fuego Acatenango and Agua force mass evacuations near Antigua and San Salvador. Shocks, ash clouds, and collapsing structures cripple towns as panic spreads across Central America.
A fragmented report notes a plot involving a gun barrel factory and stockjo items seized during a raid. Five Polo soldiers, including Bourne, were mentioned near Dacca with a revolver stolen from a terrorist. A hospital case is referenced in a pre trial context.
Fragmentary text indicates a Bombay Congress notice about fund use and credit framings. The message mentions government frames and entreaties for fund allocation. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
Reading of a local inquiry reveals a Calcutta based chief linked to a covetous Londoner and a Revolver at the Wt Raited Services Club amid a reshuffle of wartime duties.
A garbled report from LONDON outlines Germany's tariff discussions and a dairy council’s stance, with unclear quotes and uncertain outcomes. The source text mentions Bek yatecea and Kenpire, hinting at policy debate and later rejection by Germany, but specifics remain obscured.
Chinese officials study how to answer Japan as Tokyo demands control of native Shanghai districts and government buildings. Naval marines land and prepare for occupation while foreign observers fear a Japanese force will impose terms and halt anti Nipponese activity. Mayor Waten returns with Nanking instructions to craft a reply likely to fail and push Japan toward force.
The British cabinet faced a crisis as ministers split over tariff plans with a general duty of 10 per year. Resignations and political maneuvering followed, alarming observers about unity while Premier Lloyd George contemplates a temporary, exceptional shift in cabinet practice to sustain policy.
Foreign factories may close for home trade as Bradford notes a textile revival spreading through Yorkshire. The Daily Telegraph reports rising activity in the West Riding with talk of replacing foreign competitors through higher duties and nearer manufacture. German and Dutch visitors consider new factories around Huddersfield Batley and Dewsbury for products like curtains and carved goods.
Serious rising communists in El Salvador prompt dispatch of British Canadian and American vessels to protect foreign residents. The United States orders two destroyers and two cruisers to Acajud while Canadian destroyers join from Halvadar. Communications show concerns over railway disruption and potential bloodshed.
A questionable draft outlines another five year plan focusing on reconstruction. It claims prior plans failed to deliver and stresses tailoring reforms for middle classes and agriculture while tackling unemployment. The text hints at central state control and rising material strains amid political pressure.
A twenty year old English woman was severely wounded at a dance hall in Calcutta when an intruder entered the room and struck her with a weapon. She and a companion escaped the attack and were later captured by local drivers who received compensation. the woman was hospitalized in serious condition.
The Time reports increased apprehension in New York over Japanese forces in Shanghai raising Sino Japanese tensions at Manchuria and risks of conflicts with other powers. Under-Secretary Castle briefed President Hoover after which government officials prepared a direct move.
Foreign Minister of Haiti accuses United States of maintaining control and seeks approval for a settlement plan or refunding actions tied to Haitian loan payments. Article outlines broader US influence over Haitian governance, transport, engineering, and civil services under a reform plan following President Theodore’s era.
Sir Herbert Samuel explains why Viscount Snowden Sir Donad aan and Sir Archibald Binckst retain oMen after their presentation on tariff proposals. He argues suspending the collective responsibility of government would be unprecedented and magical, but evidence did not disturb them. The plan reportedly would affect passage of measures to which free traders object.
In a Dartford address Viscount Snowden is attacked over alleged government intrusion and policy schemes. The speaker, Mada Hadeon, accuses the Labour government of caving to Tory and Liberal pressure, while alleging a revenue scheme targets unemployment and would wreck the government.
Chicago and Illinois face a severe financial crisis with banks shuttered to stave off bankruptcy. About 500000 people may become destitute within a week as unemployment funds run dry and business activity collapses. Urgent measures include a Feb 1 deadline, a hunger appeal, and a proposed 20 million dollars to balance the state budget. Urban centers Urbans Aurom Maséau declare bank closures by mayoral order to restore confidence.
The Birmingham speaker described a forthcoming service using teleprinter pairs to send messages automatically between distant post offices. A typist at one office would key the message and both offices would print it simultaneously, creating a complete typed record. The system would guard against wrong connections and launch in London by spring, with provincial access to follow.
London Saturday: prompt action by the police wireless patrol led to two men breaking into Broughton’s seal manufacturing premises on Liver pool Street and escaping with two tanks of acetone before being traced to Day Bitet where they were apprehended.
Fragmentary report from London notes a ministerial break in the cabinet amid a reshuffle. It mentions new arrangements to allow ministers to question their portfolios and continue with economic policies while facing potential protections. details are unclear due to damaged text.
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