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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 08, 1933
Page
1
London reports that the Conference will likely be extended by another fortnight while the Bureau adopts a resolution to continue work on non monetary subjects. The move follows discussions with Mr Hamay MacDonald and colleagues as delegates seek a mutually face saving path amid gold standard tensions.
Evidence to the Tariff Commission shows Japanese and Chinese goods from Singapore undercutting British manufacturers in Dominion markets via a preferential tariff. Discussions focus on monetary questions and possible further meetings as sub committees report. The British Chancellor urged continued work and frequent meetings to maintain momentum.
Sydney Trades and Labour Council approved a plan to reorganize eleven groups into a single big union. The groups cover building, motoring, food manufacturing, public utilities, printing, mining, and transport industries. Alderman J S Garden sponsored the proposal aligning with the Australian Council of Trade Unions aims to cut small unions and reduce officials.
The June crop report from the Department of Agriculture says dry conditions persisted through most wheat areas into the fourth week of the month, with rain bringing relief. Many districts faced critical conditions, but rainfall helped. germination occurred in parts, and overall yields are expected to be below average except in central western and northern regions where rain arrived earlier.
A deputation from graziers and wheat exporters will likely meet the Government in Canberra next week to press for Federal intervention to resolve the deadlock between shippers and shipowners over current freights.
Senator Reid alleges corruption in the Customs Department with an importer in Sydney paying an officer to gain duty-free entry. Senator Brennan condemns the system allowing officers to recommend free entry, while Senator Held cites a case where two firms sold the same imported article and one obtained duty-free goods by paying. The minister questions the seriousness of the suggestion as the debate continues.
The large monoplane Faith in Australia, piloted by C. T. P. Ulm, was forced to descend at Lyone, France, on the Rome to Heston aerodrome flight due to piston defects. Aviators await spare parts before continuing.
In the House of Commons today Mr Stanley Baldwin announced a debate on the Kranomle Conference to be held on Monday. The exchange signals heightened parliamentary attention to the disputed conference outcome and its implications for policy.
At St Andrew's Links in London a thrilling golf championship entry qualifiers for the final rounds. Americans Hagen and Dudley lead a field of British contenders with many under world class totals vying for the last two rounds. Qualifiers include Diddley, Tolley, Cotton, Spark, Kirkwood, Sarazen, Eas terbrook and Dunlop among others.
Washington reports that after a legal victory ro not yet clear Roosevelt focuses on domestic fiscal policy. The Reuters note indicates that tariff reductions may be dropped from the agenda while stabilisation and reciprocal trade talks loom as central aims. Roosevelt aims to maintain steady economic conditions without new monetary measures for now.
The Tinily Expresy reports Metropolitan Vickers seeks the release of Madame Kutusova one of nineteen women clerical workers arrested with English engineers. It is believed she holds the key to Thorn ton’s confusion and may have orchestrated the confession to aid her own safety.
A deputation from the Institute of Architects urged unemployment relief funds for reclaiming alum areas in Sydney slums. Professor Wilkinson argued community improvement justifies the outlay, while the Minister noted finance dictates options and promised to forward the request to Labour and Industry.
In Sydney on Friday Mis Le Fevre shot 78 to post 159 after 36 holes in the NSW women’s championship qualifier. She led Mings Wray 16% Pennyfather 165 and Sydney Jones 167 with scores of 169 and 171 for others including Fraser of Royal Canberra. Match play starts Monday.
The Leader of the Opposition Mr I T Seukind conveyed thanks to the Canberra Branch of the ALP for the efforts toward Labour unity.
Senators clash over whether a single alleged incident justifies broad accusations against the Customs Department. Reid defends not targeting officers, Hays warns against premature conclusions, and Johnston calls for a full inquiry while White promises action if a case is proven. Brown urges careful handling to ensure a proper investigation.
General Balbo reports the first leg of the Rome to Chicago flight completed under cloudy skies in Iceland. He notes motors functioned well and seas were steady but warns distance keeping in groups was challenging and nerves tested. He awaits favorable conditions to cross toward Labrador.
The Air Ministry reports no conclusive cause for the City of Liverpool crash near Plixmude last March. It states that fire origin theories in the central fuselage or engine are untenable and no definite origin can be determined. Fifteen people perished, including Hugh and Katherine Mellrath, siblings.
In the House of Lords Viscount Hallsham moves the second reading of the Metropolitan Police Bill. The measure pertains to recruiting for higher posts and enlisting men for short-term service.
Australian Jack Crawford defeated Ellsworth Vines of the United States in five sets to win the Wimbledon singles championship. The victory caps Australia’s success and boosts Davis Cup prospects with Crawford’s dramatic 4-6 11-9 6-2 2-6 6-4 comeback, including a final game won to love.
The report covers Davis Cup progress with Katoh and Nuncl defeating Perry and Hughes to boost Australia’s European zone chances. It notes Borotra Brugnon advancing for France and Helen Willa Moody defending the title against Fraulein Krahwinkel. Results detail mixed doubles, women’s singles, and men’s quarterfinals with multiple player pairings and scores.
Paris reports the significance of M. Litvinoff's visit to M. Deladier and M. Paul Boncour. The Franco Russian friendship is portrayed as part of a broader regrouping of powers in response to Germany's rearmament.
The King approves the appointment of Sir Eric Drummond, former Secretary-General of the League of Nations, as British Ambassador in Rome, succeeding Sir Ronald Graham who will shortly retire.
The article notes a shift from local policing to modern crime methods. It proposes establishing a police college and training for officers, with a plan to recruit 6,900 constables for ten years and reassignment of other employment after term completion.
Car registrations in MALW hit 214,295 by June 30 1933 doubling the year to date figures. The number of new cars initiated was equal to or surpassed the prior period by about one hundred percent.
Australian overseas trade statistics report a commodity balance of £21,348,000 for eleven months to May 1933, down from £30,638,000 in 1931-32. Including bullion, the favourable balance is £35,519,000 versus £37,092,000 the previous year, with June 1993 hints of steady imports but weaker exports.
A gang aiming to rob a Sydney bound goods train was thwarted by guard Harrigan near Awala. He spotted a car trailing the train and heard thuds as goods were dumped. The guard halted the train. four men fled to the car and escaped. Tyres and bundles scattered along the line indicate planned unloading.
Charles Duncan, Labour member for Sacrament of Clay Croga Derbyshire since 1906 with a break 1918–1922, died aged 3 in London. He held a 9 552 vote majority in the last general election amid a Liberal and National contest.
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