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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 22, 1933
Page
1
London dispatch reports Dominion delegates stirred by Lords dairy produce debates and Mr J H Thomas replies. Officials expect renewed Empire discussions next week, with tense mood and a possible straight talking showdown at the Imperial Conference in London.
The Daily Hernia reports Ottawa onlookers noting cabinet actions as the Dominion Government faces friction over Ottawa’s spirit and new bargains. Parliament confronts tough questions Wednesday as Conservative Party sentiment grows wary of concessions.
The Council of the National Farmers Union in London pressed for an immediate dairy quota deal and meat import controls, arguing producers must receive protection in the home market amid rising competition.
Melbourne Friday: negotiations on colonial reorganization surface amid questions in the House of Commons. Sir George Pearce warns Japan may force a split of Western Australia into two districts. Officials discuss potential mineral and water resources sharing and safeguards for colonial interests while stressing possible future exploration along coastal zones.
In Sydney at a luncheon, representatives discussed abolishing the Agents General system. Australia eyed reforms amid inquiries from American interests and plans for a six-agent network in London and elsewhere. The Commerce Minister indicated a fund boost to the National Travel Association and a push to change the position with government support.
The 0 profit of £1,918 for the year ended June 40 after sinking fund interest. Payments against a loss of ¢290,139 in the prior 12 months. Government joint service profits from December 28 year stood at £1814. Combined tramway earnings fell by £84,515 from the previous year as expenses decreased.
Railway Commissioner Hartigan has recommended widespread fare reductions to Cabinet. The move, tied to inland district needs, follows a policy shift and cabinet review on the Premier Stevens return from Queensland. Some services are reportedly being withdrawn with no official reasons given.
At the Jewish Conference with 30 country delegations in Amsterdam the plan was approved to organize a worldwide boycott of German products. Railway officials say a switch break near Bowning caused the Albury Mail wreck but the exact cause is undetermined.
London Jews gathered in Hyde Park on Thursday to protest German persecutions. About 60,000 participants included 1,000 ex service men and many children. The march headed toward East Finchley as shopkeepers closed in solidarity with calls for a boycott of German goods.
Growers defend demands for a 26 percent cut in shipping freights as wool sales sit below pre war levels. Officials note rail freights down 35 percent and wool brokers’ rates down 4 percent, urging shipping nets to fall further to match pre war prices.
Paris correspondent reports growing anti Nazi demonstrations in London and France. He notes German exiles find refuge there, while many scientists artists and thinkers migrate, and plans to publish burned German books. The piece mentions persecution of Jewish business owners and guards escorting captives.
General O Dulty, late Chief Commissioner of Civic unity in Dublin, appointed head of a new group called the National Guards or Tee Shirts. The Blue Shirts claim to be independent of politics and seek to promote national unity and suppress Communism. A convention elected O Dulty as leader. Bodies form the convention. youths attacked the Blue Shirts. Civic men dispersed the crowd, injuring several.
In the House of Lords discussions on the Anglo Soviet trade agreement focused on a Soviet admission of public and private debt to Britain before negotiations. Lord Newton argued the Soviet regime had pursued deliberate wrongdoing and urged that reparations or an indemnity be recognized before any treaty. Lord Duncanford added that the pact should include provisions to halt violence and ensure debt settlement.
Detective Barreant Alimond from the Criminal Intervention Branch is probing the death of Kaith Morrow, a warvang girl, amid reports of cyanide in the aroma and unusually large poison quantities. Thomas O'Rourke faces trial for alleged malicious damage as the body is found beside a hod near the girl’s employer home.
Mr Henderson describes a Munich meeting with Adolf Hitler and Count von Neurath about disarmament and Geneva points. He notes potential for continued dialogue to seek a treaty and mentions a proposed follow up with French Premier Laval in Paris.
Aleka Nomh Bottorn, the round-the-world flyer known as Mattern, landed in Alaska aboard a Soviet aircraft piloted by Baluaatan. The damaged aircraft previously wrecked in Mibori three weeks earlier was not in use for this leg of the journey.
Adelaide reports that Minister for Customs Mr White said he received a further statement from Mr Gregory MHR making serious corruption allegations against customs officials. He will conduct a full inquiry to determine any justification for the charges.
Heavy losses hit stocks with 8.1 million shares traded in New York, approaching 1929 levels as 50 leading issues fell on a day of wide declines. Wheat and maize tumbled, cotton dropped, while Britain’s sterling plan boosted some bonds. Roosevelt ordered daily reporting of large commodity positions to curb speculation and the Fed signaled tolerance for price drops as recovery efforts face limits.
Chaos gripped the grain market as price declines triggered a halt in futures trading. Officials met in Chicago to decide whether to extend the suspension, amid reports of no immediate price-fix restrictions and uncertainty over the cause and duration of the plunge.
The Hoard of Trade directors set limits on Friday trading. Wheat limits are eight cents per bushel, corn five, oats four, rye six, and barley five. Wheat fell 19 to 15 cents on Thursday amid volatile markets.
Market was disorganised today due to heavy fall in Chicago prices. Delors Ci prleoal dropped 34. burrel to 3/4, and whippers offered 3/2 down 24. on rathe at Williamstown. Business stagnant with buyers and sellers holding on.
The Commissioner for Road Transport in Nix reports that in the next 18 months an expenditure of £600,000 will be carried on new rolling stock. He believes the funds should be raised or the project financed to ensure revenues cover costs.
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A fragmentary report notes British discussions on Soviet trade and the pace of reparations. Lord Londoniarry voices caution about wiping Russia from trade, says negotiations with the Raviel Government should be amicable and based on equity, with no permanent treaty until Ruhr debts are settled. MP Maldwin hopes a truce could advance House support for future moves.
Uninjured flyer involvement near Nome Alaska after a late night crash at the aerodrome in Flat. The aircraft toppled to its side with a bent propeller and damaged landing gear. No injuries reported amid unclear surrounding details.
A shaky report from Wheat markets notes no serious impact on Australia. George Walker of Walker and Co and J Murty of John Darling and Co say American wheat prices falling will not sharply affect Australian demand. Traders expect the local market to steady as global prices drift downward with a 1s to 3s8d per bushel range cited.
An early 20th century account reports Donald Mackay of the Mackay Aerial Expedition defending himself against allegations of mistreatment of natives. The piece notes police committee findings and political figures, including Prime Minister Lyons, weighing in and offering admission if claims prove unfounded.
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