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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 11, 1934
Page
1
Australia reach 491 with a stubborn tail and Chipperfield’s fighting stand. England reply 123 as follow-on averted by 20 minutes before time. Poor English fielding contributes to Australia’s late-run cushion in a tense Old Trafford finish.
Manchester reports a tense third day as Australia trail by 478 runs after severe batting struggles. Woodfull, Bradman, Chipperfield resist England’s bowlers with cautious partnerships, while Clarke and Hammond toil to steady the innings amidst declared odds and late scare.
Report from London and Manchester describes a strong crowd ovation for Woodfull after a tense follow-on debate. O'Reilly Wall and Ratcliffe feature with long innings defenses, while England struggle with bowling and fielding. Kippax is hospitalised though progress looks hopeful. Bradman and Chipperfield recoveries noted as team plans for Sheffield Wednesday loom.
In Washington a tentative view emerged that wheat acreage reductions could extend into next year if signatories accept new production limits. Officials said no danger to health from a diplomat who tested diphtheria but showed no illness, while discussions shifted to possible adjustments of current restrictions amid uncertain Australian participation.
Government plans the budget submission on July 24 and a policy speech on August 11 in Sydney. Prime Minister Lyons is expected to move for dissolution of Parliament effective August 3. Augusta is seen as the likely date for Lyons policy speech with campaigning to follow. Geullin and Beastey will announce the Labour campaigns. Unity talks with Dr. Earle Page to resume today.
Germany faces severe supply shortages as foreign exchange constraints hinder imports. Officials warn shortages will deepen without access to international payments, affecting food distribution and daily meal availability for civilians across cities and rural areas.
Berlin reports that economics minister Achmiut is named Food Dictator with powers to act without Cabinet approval. Powers may expire September 1 unless extended. Rationing of food and textiles expected. Foreign exchange shortages cripple imports, meat and butter scarce, cattle slaughter rising, potato limits enforced, imports seek Holland and Belgium.
Washington Monday reports the administration will extend the 18 percent wheat production reduction into 1924 and maintain the processing tax at 20 cents a bushel, aimed at stabilizing markets despite drought reducing output.
Report from Rome indicates German wheat harvest forecast to fall about 29 percent below 1983 levels, with producers pegged at roughly 100 million Bonnies.Officials say smaller reductions could occur if world wheat agreements are not renewed.
The Daily Herald reports Argentina rejected Britain's plan for a subsidy to guarantee beef prices, saying the agreement with Argentina would be affected. A House of Commons statement on Friday will outline the cabinet’s response and potential impact on import reductions from the Dominions after the 1938 expiry.
The Steel Helmets have been ordered to take a leave of absence until August 18. Uniform wearing is forbidden during the leave except at authorized demonstrations including Reichswehr activities on August 2.
The Commonwealth Government contemplates a potential levy on meat imports and plans a conference of the Meat Advisory Committee and state ministers with Australia’s Minister for Commerce in Canberra. The government opposes restrictions or a levy but will not disclose the message contents until the conference. Key figures include Bruce, Stewart, and members of the Meat Advisory Committee.
The Medics Superintendent of Canberra Government Hospital Dr L W Nott has resigned his post to contest the Calarge seat for the United Australia Party against Thorby of the Country Party. The interim administration praised his service and his readiness to assist the town after the Swick injured incident.
The Australian Country Party Association accepts the principle of a joint UCP and UAP Senate team and reciprocal preferences for the House of Representatives. Delegates aim for a complete anti-Labour agreement, with details to be announced by Mr Lyons before week’s end. The meeting endorsed the rural rehabilitation plan and considered wheat price safeguards.
The Australs Davis Cup squad reached Prague late last night and will spend four days in hard practice before the all important final with Czechoslovakia. The team aims to carry confidence into the match as McGrath and Turnbull prepare to face the home crowd, with Crawford guiding the side.
Three week old farm workers strike in Bridenton New Jersey escalated with clashes between police and strikers injuring about 60. Police charged protesters with baton rounds as workers, men and women, demanded higher wages and faced arrests and detentions amid chaotic scenes.
Sydney police order brokers to disclose all accounts and transaction details in the Tullamore Gold matter. Investigators seek full purchase records and share holdings, asking for clients' true names and a summary of remaining shares. The move aims to track ownership and transfers as of January 1, 1934.
Shipping output for June shows a 10 percent rise from the previous year while quarterly world tonnage under construction hits high levels. Totals list British, French, and global shipbuilding figures including 290, 104,000 and 80,600 tons respectively amid a high in 1982 activity.
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