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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 17, 1931
Page
1
The readable text shows fragmented phrases related to moves, government, petitions, and a national party gathering but lacks coherent names, dates, or events to establish a definite report. The fragmentary lines suggest a political context without traceable individuals or actions.
Berlin reports a tense forecast as Germany prepares to reopen banks under emergency decrees. The plan prioritizes wage payments, tightens currency trading, and shifts monetary control to the Reichsbank. The cabinet weighs a moratorium on private debts and trims gold backing to 30 percent to free funds for salaries.
A garbled but dense report outlines government privilege limits, bank rate hikes, and wage payments as authorities curb credit. It notes shortages of cash, stagnating foreign trade, and rising concern over tourism and exchange rates amid market instability.
In Srinagar and Calcutta officials reported a thwarted attempt to trigger communal violence. Police rescued the city after an attack on a jail sparked deadly fire, ending in casualties. The incident prompted official investigations and heightened security measures.
A chaotic crowd of about 19,000 watched a dramatic scene as workers and soldiers faced demonstrators. Reports describe arrests and gunfire, with 1,000 troops in the street and police arming with machine guns. The city faced looting, military patrols, and market nervousness as shares fell and capital fled the crisis.
Reported demonstrations in Frankfurt and six other cities show agitators urging bank seizures. Police deterred actions. several arrests occurred while clashes left a man and a woman wounded in Dresden and Leipzig amid scattered gunfire.
In Amington on a Wednesday, reports indicate the United States maintains a hopeful view of the German situation. Officials note improving odds amid shifting wartime dynamics and allied efforts continuing in Europe.
A minister’s statement to Parliament on war pensioners and food rations was challenged by pensioners. The report details a Canberra case where a pensioner named P McGrath faced ration denial, with police and officials arguing ration eligibility tied to pension value and weekly limits.
A government statement says no further shipments of certain timber to Australia will be sent. In a parliamentary exchange, officials referenced anti dumping duties and possible application criteria, with ministers questioned about Australian interests and trade safeguards.
Fragmented OCR text shows a news note on ministerial replies to questions in a parliamentary session. It mentions Home Affairs and the Federal Capital Territory with unclear figures and references to members of the House of Representatives and named ministers. The garbled source limits precise details.
Report notes the minister for trade and customs discussing a Canadian treaty as a potential precursor to broader pacts. Australian officials and New Zealand leaders weigh benefits of a trans Tasman trading agreement and similar deals with the United Kingdom to boost mutual advantage in broad Dominion cooperation.
A Cannes to Paris air liner crashed near Grenoble killing five people including a Paris fashion figure. Bad weather forced the pilot to circle the mountains and the aircraft vanished in a heavy fog, prompting an official inquiry and a Paris retrieval effort.
London The Foreign Secretary Mr Hone Agmony spent two days meeting French ministers at the Colonial exhibition. He discussed German trials and related issues in a cordial atmosphere. Conversations will continue in the morning at the French side.
Paris financial headlines report the Paris Bourse resuming trading after a four day break due to market inactivity. The text alludes to traders returning, noting the lack of guiding certainty and cautious interest as rings of activity restart.
In Melbourne Labour MP Dry Maloney asked in the House of Representatives if interest on fixed deposits in trading banks would be lowered before maturity. Mrs Theodore replied that the Premier’s declaration limits any such cut and that current rates would apply until expiry, with no additional changes noted.
An official note announces a conference of ministers to discuss the government plan related to the upcoming Big Heover operation. July 20 is the target date with observers from Berlin and various officials attending as arranged.
In New York Harbor details emerge on the Hungarian boxers and the planned Carnera match. The bout is abandoned amid confusion and scattered reports of arrangements, payouts, and potential replacements. The event, tied to Atlantic interests, includes references to Gracia Wion and other figures, with speculation over payments and venue logistics.
In Parliament debate, the Government faced criticism over cost and scope of sending an Australian representative to Geneva for the disarmament conference. Mr Sevilin noted that Colonel White undervalued Australia’s ongoing diplomatic role and the need to maintain a robust national presence in international discussions.
The Legislative Assembly today saw the introduction of a bill by Byerby to advance railway and tramway improvements. The debate was postponed as the minister for labour and industry spoke, with no final action taken on the measure.
The First Lord of the Admiralty announced in the House of Commons that the King awarded the Potty Omlese Wills the Abort Medal for bravery. Other honors were granted to servicemen including the Mod of Ma Ordae in the Brita pire Military Division for mortuary service.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a committee or director discussing an allegation about a family and government services. Mentions Gab and a loan matter with unclear context. Reading is incomplete. key names and events are obscured.
The Treasurer stated the Commonwealth would compel New South Wales to meet its obligations. The debate centered on appropriations to cover accumulated deficits to June and the large total debt, with figures cited around £91,049,771 and provisions altering the amount. Mr. Lirenis alleged government borrowing nearing £4,000,000 for New South Wales commitments.
A damaged report describes a flood siege where villagers built defenses after a dam breached. Armed residents repelled the flood threat, rebuilt the area, and maintained security for a fortnight amid confusion and partial reconstruction efforts.
An OCR fragment reports a prisoner escape from Perth Goal involving a convict named Garmun or similar, described as committing theft. The damaged text references wall climbing and escape today, but critical names and specifics are unreadable.
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