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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 27, 1933
Page
1
Early returns from the Irish Free State election show Fianna Fail leading with De Valera’s government widening his majority by about 6000 in Clare. Voter turnout is high as counting proceeds amid proportional representation complexities and reports of occasional clashes and protests across constituencies.
The World Economic and Monetary Conference commission, meeting in Geneva, adjourned for three months to set a London date. It was unanimously agreed that Mr Stamary MacDonald will be president of the World Conference, following proposals by French and United States representatives.
The inquiry into tent marking has been adjourned for weeks while the committee experiments with meat marking. Antagonism exists around learning proposals but informed circles expect some form of marking to be devised. The committee’s decision will not be binding.
Dublin notes on eve of poll publish world wide good wishes. Meda Valera’s Irish Press prints a three column fascicle from Wellington and messages from Hands of Ireland Association and Australian sympathisers congratulating on the Irish Republican fight.
The Board of Trade in London reviews meat supplies under the Ottawa agreement. It states chilled beef from South America will be reduced by 10 percent from November 15 to year end. The total exports of mutton and lamb to the United States from Austria and New Zealand will not exceed the 1932 year’s shipments, regulated to market needs.
Torrential rain drenched Eden with sixteen inches in sixteen hours causing immense damage. Eight inches fell in three hours flooding businesses and homes. A bridge on the Prince's Highway was swept away along with smaller bridges isolating Eden from Victoria. Nethercate post office partially submerged. The moss master and family fled to safety.
The British Ambassador Sir Ronald Lindsay presented a message to Mr. Stimson for President Franklin Roosevelt. His Majesty's Government says it will be happy to send a representative or envoy to Washington as soon as possible after receiving the invitation.
The Senate passed the Glass Bank bill by narrow margins, aiming to strengthen the national banking system after many banks failed in recent years. Lawmakers foresee House action likely to defeat the measure.
Lord Hawke at a York shire County Cricket Club meeting condemned Lancashire League imports of Dominion players as harmful to international cricket. He cited New Zealand losing three players to test series and speculated Grimmett might join Lancashire. He also attacked player writers for criticizing teammates and praised Hobbs and Sutcliffe, noting generosity in Hobbs’ cables as refutation.
The House will re assemble on March 8 with expected immediate debate on the tariff. It will sit until Easter, then take a short recess.
A cloud burst at Dorrigo dropped six inches of rain in two hours. Crops including potatoes were destroyed as floodwaters swept a sulky into wreckage and cattle were injured. A man named Frederick was paralyzed by a lightning strike.
The Minister in charge of development Senator McLachlan said a six scientist committee to study the Newnes shale fields may be appointed by the Federal Airline. They will examine the fault existence, potential industrial partnerships, and the use of hot cracking methods to protect oil at Newnes.
Premier Mr Stevens said at the remiers' Conference next week the wool industry position will be considered. The discussion will cover taxation and other charges and will likely follow the committee’s Commonwealth government recommendations.
The Westland biplane intended for a British Everest attempt successfully climbed to 25 000 feet at Yeovil Somerset, surpassing the required altitude by about 1 000 feet. Air Commodore Fellowes says the test was satisfactory and the aircraft performed with its oxygen and milragen systems. The machine will be dismantled and shipped to Bombay.
Mrs. Mary McMillin secretary of the Bondi ambulance branch warded off three intruders who entered her Mond Beach office late at night. They demanded chocolates and left when she refused and she gave chase with two accomplices waiting in a car.
March 4 to discuss the American debt question with Mr Roosevelt. Exchange views on world economic problems of mutual government interest. Conference agenda decisions depend on discussions among state representatives at the World Economic Conference before final decisions.
Sir Stanley Jackson at the Yorkshire Club annual meeting urged conciliation after the M C C cable dispute. He said the issue distressed him and would not compromise the game's integrity. He stressed support for the team and warned cancellation would be disastrous.
The assistant treasurer Mr Spooner said he expected between 400 and 600 men would be employed at Newnes, under investigations carried out under the joint Commonwealth and State government agreement. The report is to be considered at the next Cabinet meeting, with possible approval ahead. If favorable, the report may ease funding and company operations.
Nine Communists were killed and 11 wounded after a clash with police at a silent meeting in Dresden. As a speaker stirred violence, authorities closed the gathering and officers fired upon the crowd with revolver shots.
Sydney police report a decomposed body found in a dam thought to be Joseph Kelly missing since 1928. Authorities reference a prior 1948 discovery and say clothing and dental evidence will aid identification. Several men were detained previously but released as investigations continue.
Queensland Premier Forgan Smith accuses the federal government of breaking an agreement with cotton traders and spinners on tariff terms for imported yarn. He says Australians lose work to Japan and other countries while duties rise, urging adjustments to restore jobs in Melbourne and Sydney.
Geneva hosts the Forty Hour Week Conference report supporting an International Labour Organization standard. A Labour Conference is planned for May. A motion proposes a maximum forty hour week at the Keanomie Conference with broad support, while the British Government opposes the majority.
George Philp a Sydney bookmaker told the Betting Commission that five percent of bookmakers drown out per quarter and that many Melbourne bookmakers are broke. He said bribery is rampant among police aiding betting, with some bookmakers dependent on illicit favors to operate.
England accepted the invitation to attend the conference and British officials expect the next move from Mr. Roosevelt. Mr. Stimson relayed the acceptance note to Warm Springs but Roosevelt’s reaction was not made public. Some officials fear the reply may delay actions until the new administration begins negotiations with Hull. Britain's debt reply arrived amid Senate debate. Rep Henry Rainey predicted no debt reduction or cancellation, urging removal of trade barriers to revive commerce and allow debtors to pay.
In an interview with Nations Business, William Green president of the American Federation of Labour declares organized labour will use its might to obtain remedies blocked by exploiters. He advocates a Congressional hour day and eight hour week to stabilize employment, though passage this season is doubtful.
In Paris on Wednesday Mr. Paul Boncour received the United States Ambassador and urged that all creditors be represented in the debt negotiations at Washington. He cited France’s exclusion due to nonpayment of installments and pressed for broader participation by all nations.
Rain halted and shortened play at Melbourne's Australian championships. Mectirath won the first set 6 2 against Vines amid a match described as brisk and well played. Vines led 8 before rain stopped the second set and the junior semi final saw Purcell defeat L Schwarts.
The Premier declined comment on a protest meeting at Paddington urging parents to keep children home in a dispute over Miss Heatrice Taylor’s retirement pay. He postponed discussion pending a Public Service Board inquiry.
In Wingham during a storm, Albert and Myrtle Botts were struck by lightning on a verandah with burns to feet and neck. At Wauchope eight pure bred Jeraby heifers near a wire fence were struck. five died instantly and one severely burned, while three pigs were killed.
Victoria plans to send two officials to a Jeinderie conference on Saturday to discuss extending the Victorian railway gauge into New South Wales from Tecumwal to Je Kilderle. Chief Railway Commissioner Mr. Clapp said any extension is a government policy matter and would require consent from both state parliaments. The delegates will mainly answer questions and discuss NSW traffic and freight flows.
President Hoover weighs faster progress toward the World Economic Conference to stabilize foreign currencies. High officials say tariff increases are to be avoided but may be required if exchange rates remain unsettled. Hoover notes the recent loss from the gold standard and rising imports flow into the United States.
The House of Representatives unanimously advocates immediate tariff legislation to restore normal rates and shield against depreciated currencies. Republicans held a brief closed conference before President Hoover signaled tariff increases as a possible remedy if foreign currency stabilization cannot be achieved.
Hig seas lashed Sydney shorelines with dangerous undertow pulling bathers from Bondi and nearby spots. Lifesavers performed numerous rescues as crowds watched and coastal authorities warned swimmers of hazardous conditions.
A grass fire near Adelong last night destroyed Prowse s shed and a car. The blaze started in grass and burned several acres before being extinguished by firefighters.
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