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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 12, 1933
Page
1
Six passengers were injured when an ore train derailed near Albury after striking a defective rail. The engine and six carriages left the line. one carriage was destroyed, and emergency crews removed injured passengers as the train’s consist remained largely intact.
Victorian transport breaches trigger high penalties and potential interstate testing across Australia. The article notes legal action affecting carriers, a Woodhull incident, and a crash near Albury with injuries. a victim identified as Hews was moved to Sydney for hospital care.
A severe train collision near Sydney results in heavy damage to multiple cars and several passengers injured. Officials report one conductor and several crew members seriously affected while drivers and guards survived with varying injuries. Emergency services, rail authorities, and hospital staff mobilize to treat the injured and assess the wreckage as repairs are framed for a single-line service.
Navy staff aims to maximize ship tonnage under the London Treaty with two 8,500 ton cruisers two 10,000 ton carriers fourteen 1,400 ton destroyers six submarines a minelayer eight torpedo boats and eight new flying units. Circles oppose any cuts to naval estimates deeming them the absolute minimum for defense.
Reports indicate Ulm and Pattie landed in London at 5.10 p.m. and plan another Atlantic attempt with Mr. Muennen aboard the detective engine. They expect to leave in days if ready and weather cooperates, while meteorologists caution about conditions and possible delays.
Vienaimore, Daily Telegraph correspondent writes from the Reichstag urging Herr Hitler to end brutalities by the Storm Troops against Germany's trade unionists. Count Prevention warns that beatings, forced signings, and public shamings threaten national unity and perilous backlash.
After a brief meeting the World Economic Conference Bureau adjourned with uncertainty. France indicated it would not participate in discussions on permanent financial measures focusing on silver, while others urged consideration of broader goals. The session reflected a tentative, inconclusive mood as delegates debated what to retain and how to proceed.
Tuesday reports claim the gold bloc’s campaign against speculation succeeded with steadier gold currencies despite a dollar slump. Four revolutions were ready for submission to the Bureau and a silver sub-committee would report next week. The draft resolution urged rapid attainment of an international monetary order and gold reestablishment in exchange values. British delegates pushed continued discussion at the monetary sub-committee as tape records showed a confined dollar drop and some gold quarters anticipated U S discussion within a week.
The tenth British Empire Cancer Campaign report highlights Dr Lumaden of London Hospital. He notes mice rendered immune to induced cancer and reports applying serums to 25 human volunteers with inoperable tumors. Results may justify substantial investment.
The report records 2438 unemployed on Jung 22 with a monthly total of 146,771 and yearly unemployment at 400,238. It notes gains in employment across sectors including iron and steel, engineering, building and textile industries, with improvement in several inducements.
The Sydney region faces a widening ALP revolt as branches sever ties with the state executive. The Thornleigh branches are latest to return their charters, signaling increased dissent within the party.
The Commons debated the world conference crisis as Chancellor Chamberlain opened with a summary of its history. He noted a cleavage of opinion and the conference’s limited progress, amid fears of delay and the impact of the United States reassessing gold standard. Roosevelt’s stance on stabilization drew strong reaction and broader concern over future actions.
The Australian team trained at Wimbledon as they prep for the Davis Cup clash with Britain set for Thursday through Saturday. Crawford is tipped for two wins in trials, with selection still undecided. Wallis Myers notes British sentiment favors Crawford, while Mugtand and other hopefuls seek three decisive matches. A separate note mentions a motor gang raiding trains near Bound Aonforance, with authorities planning further action.
Wheat harvest remains below demand as U S farmers struggle to meet rising bread needs. Analysts note higher costs and erratic yields push prices, while consumers face slower supply and uncertain market timing.
In New York on Monday wheat surpluses were slashed as crop estimates fell short of domestic consumption. Wheat prices surged to their highest since 1929 as government prepares to counter baker tax moves that could raise bread prices. A government stance by Secretary Wallace and Attorney General Cummings signals potential regulatory action. The forecast yield is well below domestic needs excluding seed, greatly reducing the carryover by about 50 million bushels, over half the world’s surplus.
A chaotic clipping reports crop failures and weather woes with notes of drought and humidity in Australia. It mentions Maggie Miller’s car theft and a returning Australian airman, plus a lift accident injuring Elizabeth Hammond, a 23 year old clerk.
London reports Danubian delegates and major wheat producers privately conferred on removing 650 men from the dole list for refusing work. Agreement paths with Poland and other nations may shape future relief calls and wheat output policy. Melbourne note recalls a poultry kitchen mishap involving a Golden Square man.
Detectives arrested two men in Sydney after an all night raid tied to a large amber robbery. A shipment of 5,000 feet of vista spacer was reported missing from a Chiswick factory and believed taken during unloading at Johnson's Bay. Arrests followed hours of surveillance on Manton Grafton Street Balmain.
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