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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 02, 1931

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Lang Asked Governor to Reconsider Council Appointments

A lengthy file of correspondence between Governor Sir Philip Game and Premier Lang was tabled in the Legislative Assembly. Lang renewed his request for Legislative Council appointments while the Governor urged a round table conference to discuss the situation. Caucus rejected the conference, and the Governor’s tone suggested no new appointments are imminent. The exchange touched on constitutional issues and the potential abolition of the Upper House, with further letters and Cabinet discussions referenced.

Sydney Sir Philip Game Mr. Lang Legislative Assembly Legislative Council Phillip Ireland Lane Philip John Peden Phillip Street fTpper Wirehall Bir Philip Gomme Ataiew Mr. Kinsella

Opal Found At Lightning Ridge world’s largest black opal discovered

A party of prospectors uncovered what is believed to be the largest black opal ever found at Lightning Ridge. The stone weighs 711 carats and measures 44 by 2 inches, found fifteen feet below the surface. Its value remains undetermined.

Sydney Lightning Ridge

Nominations for New Year Honours at Legislative Assembly

A fragmentary report notes nominations for New Year Honours discussed by the Premier and Mr Bavin before he left office. Individuals named include KBE recipients Me. Thomas Ball and Dr. Creil Parmer, with further names listed and objections raised by Mr Lang and Mr Laugh. The exchange references Becret and scheme recommendations, amid party protest and political dissent.

Sydney Bavin KBE Thomas Ball Raistt Gacaslor Creil Parmer AL. Tethowan Alon Garlick EME Momrm WiNinny Komnett Whillam Arundel Orchard Tad George Percy Warnell-araith Grant Hanlen Philip Game Laugh Mer Kang

Mount Kamet Summit Reaches New World High

Mount Kamet record ascent reported Tuesday by a British climber Bi 8 Hmytne leading Meriiew of x ruil Hritiah Hiyas as they reached 28 477 feet. The feat marks the highest altitude ever recorded in the world, per the Piney publication.

Tondon Mowntainner Kam

Third Bill to Day Sequel to Economy Today

National Emergency Finance TV introduced in the House by the Treasurer. Third important measure tied to the plan adopted by the Premier. Proposals cover old age invalidity pensions and maternity benefits. No other bills from Gepia will pass until Theodore proposes further measures.

National Emergency Finance TV Tt In & Fond Evi Mtr Theodore Hoadel Mieusires Ineremsee

State wage taxes and legal ruling onPayroll Ruling

A garbled report discusses wage tax issues and a court opinion about wages and exemptions. It notes questions about tax costs and statutory obligations for employers and coverage of payments to individuals. The text is unreadable in parts but centers on wage tax applicability and employer duties.

Wedaewtuy Caen Bern Furpasan

Deadlock in London over French Senate influence in Laval stance

London reports suggest the French Senate vote strengthens Laval's position, with fears of a Berlin backed accord harming Germany's financial relief. The German Foreign Office remains optimistic about some agreement though conditions may strain relief measures.

London M. Laval Berlin Germany

France US war tensions over moratorium and demands

The report notes a serious stage in Franco American relations with discussions of a debt moratorium, France’s defense position, and continuing negotiations. Laval defends France’s stance while Hoover’s offer draws opposition. the Senate backs Laval’s declaration amid protests.

Laval Aterteay Ambarendor France Hoover Mona Senate M. Laval

French Senate Upholds Ministry Attitude in Debated Vote

In Paris a large crowd gathered as the Senate backed the government stance by a decisive margin. The session featured heated comments from ministers and opposition members on the path to the presidency, with the outcome signaling continued ministry support.

Italy signals partial war debt payment delay

Rome says Italy will defer partial war debt payments due Wednesday to allow time for President Hoover’s plan to take effect. Italy also notifies Britain and the United States of readiness to pay the July 1 installments planned under the settlement, while reserving total collection for later if the plan advances.

Rome Italy Germany Avetria Hungary Bulgaria Hoover Fritain United Tates Peplanen

Economies in Postal Service Debate Reaches Commons

The House of Commons debated proposed economies in the postal service and related departments. Mr Peasey asked about potential further reductions while Mr Groce indicated previous savings had been limited. Several members pressed for clarity on future effects and government responses to anticipated budget constraints.

Harsh Attitude of Savings Bank Criticized in Parliament

Mr Glamon of Roung District Producers' Co operative Society told a Parliamentary Select Committee that the Government Savings Bank restricted credit to about one third of £25,000 needed for a dried fruit market. He warned the move risked leaving growers unable to market the crop, despite higher product value, as the bank declined responsibility for alleged criminality and cited inflation reducing purchasing power.

Rydney Goveenment Savings Bank Roung District Woldier Government Savings, Bank

Amendments Agreement Bill for Debt Conversion

The amendments propose converting loans held by the Commonwealth and States into Commonwealth securities. The Financial Agreement provisions govern the process, with consent and preconversion undertakings preserved. The act text asserts that post conversion the public will be bound as before, and that these amendments override incompatible transform provisions.

Samme

Pacific Flight aims at Japanese prize from Fort Worth

An American airman Robins and Jones planned a Tuesday flight from Fort Worth toward Seattle and then Japan to compete for a 26,000 dollar prize offered by the Japanese newspaper Asahi. A refueling ship trailed the aircraft as it moved toward Fairbanks and Abiko, with plans to refuel in Fairbanks.

Fort Worth Texas Robins Jones Seattle Japan Asahi Fairbanks Abiko Ome

Medical Advice From Ends of Earth Ends of Earth

A controversial broadcast discusses new medical concepts via radio phone exchanges among Warley Mireet Dro Morsi Metres and De billon Smith. McCrea reads notes and presents supposed cures while voices claim global impact. Doctors call the speech epoch making as patients outside the original region may seek doctors abroad.

London Warley Dro Morsi Billon Smith Ayidney McCrea McCree Hymes

Canberra retail prices drop in May by 2.7 percent

Canberra shows a May decline in living costs with a 2.7 percent fall noted in the Commonwealth statistics digest. Food and groceries led the decrease while the 30 city weighted average across Australia eased about 1.8 percent from April to May, signaling softer retail prices overall.

Canberra Ieling Commonwealth Statisticina Giblin Australia

Letter Request for Governor’s Congestion Note to Premier

Member asks the Premier to make available to House members the congestion noted in a letter from the Governor to the Premier, pursuing clarity on whether conference should proceed. The exchange aims to reveal context and intent behind the cited communication.

Aswem Banders

Canadian Treaty Terms Seen in Markets Report

A House statement by the Minister for Markets notes the likely knowledge next week of the inde treaty between Canada and Australia. The report discusses May prices, comparing Canberra with Melbourne and other towns, noting Canberra’s price position and relative shifts, with limited gains in some regions and overall lower levels in Australia except certain items. The figures include May 1990 data and regional comparisons across towns such as Melbourne, Ballarat, Goulburn, and Toowoomba.

Canada Australia Ivan Yesters Parkhill Canberra Bay Canverre Tellen Canberre Melbourne Shere Toowoomba Australis Kew South Wain Victoria

Graf Zeppelin Leaves for Ireland and Britain

Graf Zeppelin departed from Friedrichshaven for Ireland and Britain with twelve passengers aboard including Lr Eckener's daughter. Mail will be dropped at Reykjavik and the outgoing mail will be picked up by rope.

Friedrichshaven Thesday Iesland Meroland Britain Eckener Reykjavik

Wharf Licences Case Highlights Harsh Penalties

Grover Lyons, superintendent of the Waterside tax area, faced charges at Fummone Court for employing juveniles in wharf work without proper licenses. He admitted failing to check workers' credentials and breached waterway regulations. The case centers on regulatory compliance and safeguarding labor standards at Brisbane docks.

Bribbane Grover Lyons Waterside Tanourore Fummone Court

Communists Routed in Spanish Election Victory

Madrid reports indicate a single communist win in key contests with partial results suggesting Republicans may secure a parliamentary majority. Officials caution results are not final and full tallies remain pending amid ongoing counting and party shifts.

Madrid

NSW Defaults and NSW Interest Commitments Questioned

In London discussions the Commonwealth Government would keep meeting New South Wales interest payments. Mr. R Green asked in the House of Representatives yesterday whether NSW would have to meet obligations in London on July restated date, but he could not answer off hand.

Commonwealth New South Wales London R. Green House of Representatives Resterney Theodore

Compulsion in Converting Bonds Faces Narrow Vote

Debates on Commonwealth debt conversion continued with a 45 vote split after Beasley sought a compulsory conversion amendment. Backers included Moms Beasley Eifridae Riordan, while Theodore urged full consideration though Premiers Plan favored voluntary conversion.

Beasley Moms Eifridae Riordan Theodore Pamnssey

Stanmore ALP Protest Demands Tax Relief for Workers

The Stanmore branch of the ALP passed a protest motion against the 1 shilling in the pound unemployment tax and civil service pay cuts. The motion claimed the Premier promised to raise money by other means to relieve unemployment and shift the burden from workers.

Bydney Stanmore ALP Lane

State Governor Action Upheld in Conference Debate

Sydney Weaneaday and Sir Daniel Levy discuss the governor's authority in a constitutional conference. Levy asserts the sovereign may advise or propose actions to ministers, citing past instances where the Crown guided the government. The remarks center on rights, constitutional role, and ministerial accountability.

Sydney Weaneaday Daniel Levy Legisatiee Manetel Levy

Heat Wave Tightens Grip Across United States

New York reports ongoing heat as the nation faces extreme temperatures with over 610 deaths feared in some areas. Rainfall is scarce, southern storms bring wind damage, and crops suffer from drought in the East and West. North Dakota shows agricultural distress prompting talks of urgent relief actions.

New York Sastern North Dakota

Heat wave mortality hits midwestern regions

Widespread heat wave across Sedtwam Litesta and lows caused 28 deaths over four days. Cattle and livestock suffer heavy losses as farmers report widespread losses and rising animal die offs amid extreme temperatures.

Post And Gatty Leave Edmonton For New York Flight

The Last Lap duo Post and Gatty, aiming for a round the world trip, plan to depart Edmonton on Wednesday for a flight to New York. They hopped off at 6.389 in their final leg, continuing their record setting voyage.

Edmonton Alberts Tuan Post Datty Ieave New York Canada Wednes Pos and Gatty

Landing in Canada Pairbanka Flight To Edmonton

Post and Gatty started from Solomon at 4.20 am heading 1450 miles to Edmonton Canada. The load prevented a first ascent and on the second try they narrowly cleared a wood pile at the runway end. The flyers looked more tired than before the flight. Gatty was sought by the press after the rough landing damage to the plane was reported.

Pairbanka Post Gatty Edmonton Canada Asc Solomon

Five Days to Flight for Airmen Pangham and Harvaton

New York Tuesday reports airmen Pangham and Harvaton said favorable weather could allow a five day plan to launch a world flight. They aimed first to Moncow then the Eastern seas, noting the craft is faster than Peat's but lacks dust control and faced rough handling during a trial. Post repaired the bent propeller after one crash, and the mission began.

New York Ghrde Pangham Hugh Harvaton

Perilous Behring Sea Crossing Details Revealed

In Behring Sea bound report from Fortmonton, Alberta on Tuesday Pont and Dally recount a brutal crossing to Alaska. They describe near death from cold and visibility at sea, with limited sighting above the clouds and high wind challenges. The narrative mentions Russian efforts to speed their progress and extreme weather conditions.

Fdmonton Alberta Pont Dally Alaska New York Post Wild

French airmen plan four nonstop world dash tests

The aviators Tuveder and partners aim to fly from Paris to Tokyo, France to New York and back, with planes equipped for extended ranges. They seek to demonstrate feats beyond current limits, planning long distance nonstop legs to showcase new petrol capacities.

Pariq Tuveder Brix Doret Gatty Nam Tork

New Shop Award Opens Operations Next Week

A new award program will commence operations within one week. The committee plans to notify owners to apply to the Cemennation Committee for variation as needed during a six month period.

Cemennation Committee

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