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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 17, 1933

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Wheat Negotiations Face Breakup Amid Danubian Russian Snags

Readings from the Wheat Conference indicate a likely breakdown of talks on Danubian exports and Soviet imports as experts wrestle with Russia’s lower export figures. Prices rise in Chicago while discussions hinge on price, quotas, and joint export plans among Danubian states, Russia, and other major exporters.

London America Chicago Australia Argentina Canada France Mage Watrilia Russia M. Kissin

Rise in Winnipeg Grain Markets Sparks Wheat Futures Rally

Winnipeg traders saw a dollar wheat become a reality on the grain exchange as futures rose 11 to 2 cents amid market activity Saturday. The shift marks a three year milestone in price movement and reflects broader demand and supply signals shaping the prairie grain trade.

Winnipeg Grain Exchange

Swift advance in Chicago sharp rise in wheat futures

Chicago wheat futures surged as traders chased gains with July nearest at 118 1 4, September 118, December 118, and nearby gains near 124 in a volatile session. Market observers noted a rapid run higher despite uncertain demand and export news.

Chicago Marsh New York

Australian graziers warn against forced exchange rate changes

Exchange leaders claim the Federal Government may force down exchange rates, risking longer recovery for the pastoral sector. Graziers' Association President Mr Walker says such moves show government out of touch with primary producers and would harm wool growers already hurt by prior losses and delayed price benefits.

Sydney Graziers' Association Mr. Walker Walker

Wild Scenes in Dail Endurance Sitting Over 273 Hours

The Irish government forced a 27 hour continuous Sitting in the Dail to push the callmates and appropriation bill amid gagging and repeated division bells. Protests by Mulcahy Byrne Mincha and Breen sparked heated exchanges as order was restored. De Valera urged patience for talks with Britain while demanding Irish unity and withdrawal of invaders.

London Mulcahy Byrne Indep Dublin Mincha Cosgravelle Hreen de Valeraire Mr. Minch Belton Cosgravette Dan America Breen de Valera Firitain Britain Ireland Hritinh Mr. de Valera

New Zealand Runner Sets Mile World Record at Cambridge Oxford Meet

John Lovelock of New Zealand shattered the mile world mark at Palmer Stadium during the Cambridge versus Oxford Universities meet. He clocked 4.2 6 seconds, erasing the 1931 Paria record of 4.915, and stood among the era’s top milers representing Oxford University.

New York Palmer Stadium John Lovelock New Zealand Paria Lovelock Cambridge Oxford Oxford University

World Conference may reconvene in Washington next year

The report notes ongoing flux in commissions five weeks into the event. Wheat restriction talks may enter World Conference scope while sugar wine and tin and silver schemes see limited progress. An observer role persists on tin and silver. Financial reconstruction calls for central bank creation to support an international gold standard. The Conference may adjourn July 27 with periodic subcommittee meetings and a possible Washington reassembly in a few months.

Dominions Amtrailg Tin Allver Anga Roosevelt Congress Sub-Carmim Tees Washington

Australia Out As Davis Cup Eliminated In Wimbledon Tie

England defeated Australia three rubbers to two at Wimbledon to win the 1933 Davis Cup tie. Austin beat McGrath in straight sets, Crawford defeated Lee, and England clinched the decisive victory after Perry withdrew with a shoulder issue. Crowd peaked at about 16 000 in warm weather.

London Australia Austin MecGrath Wimbledon Perry Crawford Lee England McGrath Ferry Englahman To Leve Bais Barata Gingles

British Tribute to Australians

In London on Saturday Mr. Roper Barrett announced the team would be unchanged against America. He praised the 17 year old youth bearing heavy duty, and said the present squad has done better than any touring Australians since 1925 though the doubles failure made loss of the zone fing practically inevitable.

Lonton Roper Barrett Britain America

Yarrowlumla Shire Elects N H Smith to Casual Vacancy

From Queanbeyan correspondent the Yarrowlumla Shire filled an extraordinary vacancy. N H Smith won the seat, with H Parkiner a runner up. The poll occurred on Saturday, declaration due at 12 noon, turnout 60 percent of ratepayers. Ballot count 660. 377 returned. Gerald O’Hanion was returning officer. L K Eyans officiated.

Yarrowlumla Shire H. Smith H. Parkiner G.millyna Gerald O'Hanion Wog L. K Eyans Gaeieti

Gandhi refuses interview with Viceroy amid disobedience push

In Calcutta, reports say the Cabinet will reject Gandhi's request for a meeting with the Viceroy who is currently indisposed. Officials foresee swift action if the disobedience campaign is endorsed, with Gandhi and allies potentially jailed by month’s end. Gandhi stated at a Congress meeting he would seek a negotiated settlement but not withdraw the civil disobedience campaign unconditionally.

Calcutta Gandhi Congress

Four Power Pact Signed in Rome by Mussolini

In Rome on Saturday Signor Mussolini and the ambassadors of Britain Germany and France signed the Four Power Pact. The agreement formalizes cooperation among the four powers in international affairs.

Rome Mussolini Britain Germany France

Gandhi urges continued movement and appeals for settlement

Gandhi says the movement should persist even with a single honest worker, sending a note to the Earl of Willingdon for an interview. He defends disobedience and warns withdrawal is surrender, shocking government circles amid Congress demands to end the campaign. The disobedience may resume after the suspension ends July 31 if no interview is granted.

Earl of Willingdon Mr. Gandhi Congress Ttla Gandhi

Australian Davis Cup Team Faces Europe Tour Doubts

The team, with three players new to Europe, struggles for a strong singles partner after Crawford’s brilliance. McGrath underperformed abroad except on hard courts. Turnbull is underused. The squad faces many invites, a canceled match with Austria, and a late departure for New York on August 8.

McGrath Batoh Turnbull Selec Austin Britain New York Austria

Train smash derails three carriages on Blue Mountains

A rail disaster on the Blue Mountains derailed three carriages while passengers endured shock and confusion. Emergency crews hurried to the scene as officials investigated causes and potential injuries among travelers from the affected services.

Derailment Near Lithgow Believed From Broken Rail

A NSW train from Nyngan to Sydney derailed early today between Lithgow and Mount Victoria after a broken rail. No injuries were reported though about 140 passengers faced shocks and delays. the line was restored by 7 am and a rail fragment was sent to Sydney for examination.

Sydney Lithgow Mount Victoria Nyngan

Australia Wins Speedway Test at Manchester

In the second speedway test at Manchester Australia defeated England 66 to 61 in front of 35 000 spectators. The result underscores a strong Australian performance in an international event.

Australia London Manchester England

German laws target foreigners with Nazi salute decree

Berlin reports 19 new laws by the Hitler government aimed at foreigners and exiles, including compulsory Nazi salutes during the national anthem and possible revocation of citizenship. Targets include Jews and political opponents abroad, with enforcement via concentration camps and asset forfeiture.

Berlin Hitler Germany Reich Reichstag Naga Centre Party Herr Frick

Manager Defends Selection After Davia Cup Effort

Selection manager Mr Youdale defends team choices after Australia tour. He praises the players for their splendid effort in the Davia Cup and notes criticism would come no matter which players were picked. He says decisions were made to give the best chance and that only those close to the team understand the difficulty of choosing.

London Youdale Avatolian Treas Association Australia

World record solo flight from New York to Berlin in one hop

Wiley Post took off at 4.10 this morning and completed a solo flight to Berlin in 254 hours from New York. He passed Newfoundland, crossed the Atlantic and landed in Berlin at 11.55 a.m. He then left at 2.10 p.m. for Novosibirsk to continue the journey.

New York Berlin Wiley Post Newfoundland Atlantic Post Novosivirsk

Royal Canberra Golf Club four ball winners named

The Royal Canberra Golf Club held a four ball best ball event on Saturday. Winners were R. Newman and H. FB. James with 4 up. Other notable pairings finished as listed, including several 2 up and 2 down results among teams such as C. R. Bweetham with C. R. Mulhearn and FF. MacDiarmid with J. Fletcher.

Royal Canberra Golf Club R. Newman H. FB. James H. E. James C. R. Bweetham C. R. Mulhearn FF. MacDiarmid J. Fletcher J. K. Williame L. F. Johnston FL X. Bchneider M. W. Lucas

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Chicaigo Dail Rales N. H. Smith Acancy Queanbeyan Viceroy Blue Mountains Alsbury Henry Trueman Mills Leicestershire Lord Malchett Lord Melchett Church of England Nozse Hermann Prete Nazi Germany Herr Scheldmann Herr Scheldemann
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