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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 13, 1934
Page
1
Cape Town reports government action amid German South West Africa tensions. Police searched the headquarter of a local youth group and confiscated documents alleged to carry nationalist or subversive content. The advisory council, now mostly South Africans, has faced tensions with German members.
The article outlines a July 24 budget speech and the Prime Minister's travel plan through New South Wales Victoria Queensland and South Australia. It notes meetings with party leaders and a tour to Tasmania returning to Victoria before a final stop in New South Wales country areas. The piece mentions potential party ally considerations for a senate nominee and confirms discussions with leaders of the Country Party.
Derbyshire Chesterfield report a BRADMAN aggressive innings reaching 11 before fall to Elliott and Townsend. Ponsford joins Woodhull in a cautious stand until injury and doctor advised rest. Woodfull top-scored with a gritty innings as Mitchell struggled for consistency. Barnett and Riding support in a tense day before rain halted play.
In Melbourne, concerns rise over the attitude of Victorian Attorney General Mr Menzies toward federal actions on rural rehabilitation and government support. The report notes indecision by the AG as a potential factor in his candidacy, with comments suggesting he would run only if assured of rehabilitation measures.
A report hints at a suspected upheaval within the Victorian Australian Communist Party leadership. Insiders speak of internal disagreements and potential factional shifts affecting the organisation’s future.
London report outlines England’s potential lineup for the fourth test. Names mentioned include Wyatt Walters Sutcliffe Hem Gren Hammond Leyland Verity Ames with candidates like Smith Middx Allen Clark Robins or Tom Mitchell and Langridge in reserve. The piece notes fielding adjustments and backfield strengthening without breaking up the batting order.
London report says Sir Stanley Jackson refused to confirm a Larwood request to play in the fourth test. Jackson stated the situation unchanged and that Larwood had not been heard from. He expressed disappointment that Larwood was not playing at Manchester and said the bowling question is under continuous review.
The Australian reports Derbyshire cricket players will be housed in Grindleford, a village in the Dacbys hire Hill area. They will travel daily by tram to Chesnefield and back for matches against Derbyshire and Yorkshire, with arrangements aimed at improved facilities and rest.
In Cincinnati Ohio Colonel Turner accuses the Royal Aero Club of blocking American entries to a race. He alleges ulterior motives, noting high costs and nonconforming specifications were used to exclude Americans while public sentiment framed the event as building international goodwill.
A Washington report claims the Congressionally connected Lee directed publicity efforts for German interests in the United States. He allegedly coordinated funds and directors in shaping domestic reception of the Nazi regime and its policy stance, including links to cabinet figures and plans to bring key German leaders to America.
In Central India a dispatch reports that a royal guest, cousin to the ruler, was attacked and mauled to death by a pack of eighty Alsatian dogs at night on palace grounds. The palace watchman heard screams and tried to help as the dogs displayed unusual ferocity.
The article reports a large deficit for the year despite tax reductions and fare remissions. It cites a deficit of £8,800,385, with remissions accounting for over £3 million of the shortfall. It notes a lower revenue by £8,415,300 and a smaller rise in expenditure of £4,007,200, under the Premiers Plan targets.
London reports a British government debate on wartime fishing rights near the Norwegian coast. Anthony Eden responded to a deputation from the Ina Hut Omparm Guild, pledging strong action if Norwegian responses fail. Britain would provide naval protection up to three miles if needed, per the November agreement.
The Centenary air race page lists multiple scratches including M. Isis (Blade Lyon UBAN) and Japhais Yoliett (Australia) among others. Additional entries show Lieutenant Saba and various entrants, with notes on pilots and affiliations.
Ponsford, believed to have recovered from lumbago, is shown to be suffering from a back ailment. He has been ordered not to participate in the Derbyshire match and will miss the Yorkshire game at Hendon. He will stay in hospital for treatment while recovery continues.
A Sydney artist designs a ram head motif titled Deaths Head for the Mel oquene Centenary Plaque. Senator Guthrie condemns the skull imagery as a portent of drought and death. The design aims to warn the world that Australia faces desolation and hardship.
A jagged report details Derbyshire first day play with Australia short of the target after an innings marked by Storer and Bell bowling. Bromley and Bradman shine briefly, Mitchell and Townsend attack, stumps with Australia two runs short of the opponent’s total as 146 runs looms.
A report presented to the Australian House of Representatives details a dramatic whale foray off Sydney Heads. Dr. Woolnough warns mining factions and investors of fragile promises, urging cautious, well‑funded exploration and avoidance of fraud in the Northern Territory mining revival.
Fights were frequent during the NSW and Brisbane Rugby League match at the Brisbane Cricket Ground this afternoon. Two men Gibba of NSW and Rudd of Brisbane were sent off after a melee in the second half, Stein of NSW was knocked out by a punch. NSW won 18 to 4 after leading 14 to nil as injuries interrupted play.
London reports that the final test schedule hinges on results of the meds match. The Board of Control rules state if neither side has two wins or if wins are tied, the final text will be played at the Oval with no time limit. If one side wins at Leeds, the final match will be limited to four hours.
The Secretary for the Navy informed today that the giant airship Angeles has been condemned as unsafe for further flights. The vessel will be used only for experiments at Lakahuret as Victoria. Questions arose about preventing prints and possible exhibit outside German wealth. Dialogue continued on casting and presenting the issue at a later time.
In the House of Commons today Major Hifiott announced the Meat Subsidy Bill for fat cattle to be slaughtered in the United Kingdom from September 1 to March 31 next. Producers would receive £9 4s per cwt dead weight and £8 0s per live cwt. The government seeks authority to make temporary advances from the Consolidated Fund up to £3,000,000. The levy, coupled with the market, is described as the best long-term solution in the absence of an industry-wide agreement.
Unreadable OCR notes show cricket style scoring with overs and maidens. Mentions Wall Ebeling and Firstwood wealth, but many errors and missing context make it hard to interpret teams or outcomes.
The fragment notes an invitation related to the Melbourne Centenary with names and a list of players or participants. It mentions Australia and a cricket or swimming context, unclear due to OCR garble. The text is unreadable in parts but indicates organized events around a centenary celebration and international participation.
In a fragmentary report dated Wetnaaaay, references to Dolfuss and a plan to counter terrorism appear. The text mentions reconstructions, overs and various names with unclear roles, suggesting a wartime or postwar security context and a focus on antiterror measures.
The Postmaster General promised further inquiries into alleged discrimination in radio licences. In the House Mr. Makin questioned the total cases and the number of prosecutions, and whether data had been provided to justify licence granting. The minister indicated more detailed explanation would be provided later.
On the San Francisco waterfront violence erupts as police from Portland and Oregon fire on strike pickets trying to halt their movements. Two are seriously wounded amid sporadic clashes between strikers and strikebreakers as troops deploy. Negotiations for settlement of wage demands continue.
Dr Rotter landed at Aly Twland in a morning abortive air effort to aid Mrs Gledhill who suffered suspected appendicitis after a hazardous crossing. The woman was carried to Cliffy Taland for medical care and is en route to the mainland.
In Dublin on Wednesday the women's singles quarterfinals of the Irish Tennis Championship saw Mise foun Martivan Chua defeat Mine Kael 6 3 6 2. Mrs Hopman defeated Mew Bicker 7 2 6 3 with the doubles pairing Malfray and Mrs Hopmas overcoming Reed (Aust) and Mise os D8 in a later match.
A fragmentary report notes a caravan crossing in the Andes where eight people, led by Robal de Pinto, perished. The text references a Calle route and mentions a Wednesday event with unclear details about the caravan and casualties.
Two sisters contest the 71st Viewiba Championship for the title in a notable golf event. Their names and affiliations are not fully clear but the match highlights family rivalry and high skill levels in a regional venue.
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