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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 24, 1929
Page
1
A House of Commons briefing states no post pone ment of League actions while reparations talks proceed. Foreign Secretary Arthur Tenderson notes governments will consider Rhine re occupation and troop movements if deemed expedient, with conference location and final terms still under negotiation.
Baden Powell plans a tour visiting Australia and New Zealand this year. He will travel to Australia in February and return from New Zealand in April after engagements there.
Report describes Australian boy scouts in London praised for chivalry and courtesy on the streets. A guide and accompanying veterans assess their behavior, noting they gave up seats to ladies and sent messages of congratulations to Baden Powell and Chief Moudley.
A report notes a government subsidy of about £10,000 to be paid for hospital charity in Sydney. Officials discuss completing the payment in full, with earlier funds raised and allocations toward this year’s aid, including a notable sum associated with a Queen competition.
Fragmented report from Cape Town describes an adjournment at 11 with opposition protests and references to a Premier and members day. The wording is unclear but indicates contention over statements and procedural delays during session discussions.
Shanghai monitors the Russo Chinese crisis with detachment as rumours swirl about markets and arbitration. Japanese observers report Vladivostok authorities arresting about 1000 Chinese businessmen. Russian residents move toward the border while German and Chinese officials coordinate protection efforts.
The United States considers forming an international shenitory to defuse the Sino Soviet tension. Washington plans conference with China's Chu shiao min in Moscow and Harbin to submit the issue to the League of Nations. Chinese ministers abroad have been told to inform powers of willingness to seek peaceful settlement.
Telegraphic dispatches to the China Consul-General warn of famine across north western provinces. About ten million threatened with starvation as thousands die and hundreds of thousands subsist on roots bark and dried stalks of corn. Emaciated people seek shelter in holes and earth dug hovels.
A Japanese dispatch claims 2500 Boviet Toppa surround Manchuria with three Chinese merchant ships held at the Sunbari Hel lung rivers by Soviet craft. All seized crews were moved to Tussi territory. Rumors of millinery forces to Manchuria spurred market activity through the day.
The German minister Dr. Von Mock returns to a summer resort, taking charge of Soviet affairs in China. All Soviet residents in Ivking face strict surveillance as White Russians are warned to prepare for possible service. Peking reports Chinese forces respond to Soviet notices, aiming to secure the Argun front while watching the western front.
An appeal to the League of Nations accompanies China’s pledge to defend its borders if Russia or other powers attack. Officials say negotiations may resolve the dispute, diplomacy is preferred, and no third party intervention is deemed necessary while Moscow hints at possible sanctions if aggression occurs.
Chinese Minister Wu delivered China's reply to Secretary of State Stimson confirming adherence to the Kellogg Treaty pledge to renounce war. He added China seeks direct talks with Moscow on the Chinese Eastern Railway dispute but communications interruptions hinder progress.
Moscow signals cautious welcome to German mediation as the preferred channel while rejecting League of Nations mediation due to lack of majority support among member states and reliance on established authority.
British foreign secretary Arthur Henderson stated that the government would not sever diplomatic ties with the United States or France over the current actions by China or Korea. He emphasized that maintaining peace is in Britain’s interest and that no decision has been made about which nation might act first if the other fails to deliver.
A Canberra meeting of the City Area Lessees Association the Public Service Welfare Committee and local business groups agreed to brief eminent counsel to argue lessees appeals against rate assessments presented to the Land Valuation Court presided by Justice Pike. The lodgment deadline for 1928 and 1929 rate appeals is August 3 with lodging arrangements by solicitor C W J to handle notices and evidence.
A disrupted report from Muscat notes night flying dangers and the need for proper lighting and landing facilities. Captain Hughes, president of the New South Wales Aero Club, calls on the Commonwealth Government to provide adequate night landing infrastructure at Muscat aerodrome.
The Southern Cross Relief Committee will decide next week how to use £4000 of public subscriptions. Chief Civic Commissioner Mr. Garrick proposed a reward for the Canberra crew that found the Southern Cross.
The Third Commissioner Dr Al corm says he received a notice Monday at 4 PM stating no Commission meeting would occur at the 2 40 time. The notice was delivered to Forrest residence by a special messenger after hours travelling about two miles. It bears a Saturday July 20 date and appears to have sat unused for hours.
The Government inquiry into bread prices opened with no public attendance. The Attorney General cited alleged price-fixing by millers and bakers and possible cooperative policies affecting fairness. J H Forrinal testified he prepared a report suggesting bread could be sold profitably at much lower rates than current.
District Court schedules for the coming year show more than 10 000 cases to be heard with about 600 in August. Over 200 actions related to motor vehicles are filed.
The Coal Commission heard evidence today amid questions on taxation and deprecation and the chairman hinted moving the inquiry to New Comby for more proof. The commission adjourned until tomorrow.
A Vickers-Vellore aircraft involved in the Patritia flight affair is to be brought to Sydney after repair. Pilot Moir and Gwen reportedly flew to Attatria and will depart Darwin on the Marella. Mr H G Nelson confirms the plane's return plans.
In central Connecticut in Morowl, Walter Tomlinson an 81 year old wharf laborer is charged with shooting James Devine during a violent feud. Prosecutors allege two shots were fired at Devine while the defendant and others were at Devine's home. The case drew local attention as both parties were well known in the community.
Rodney Tuesday Ao meeting of the Master Haker's Association today decided there would be no increase in the price of bread for a fortnight.
Moscow reports France refused a proposed mediation by Mode semi o einthy to restart railway talks with China. The move is presented as a stance against concessions during ongoing discussions on rail agreements and regional ties.
The report notes a food shortage in Russia that could hinder military operations. It mentions diplomatic views, aid movements, and a fragile situation as grain supply issues affect planning and execution.
London reports plan for a Fairey Napier long range craft to challenge the world distance record. A test was held at an airfield while weather conditions will determine whether the final leg heads to Colombo or Durban.
Final remittance from Canberra for the Flood Relief Fund was made on July 15, accounting for a small portion of funds collected. Administrative costs consumed a fraction of the total, with the remaining balance recorded as deplete or unallocated.
The Soviet executive committee announced by Harl in Herlin that Mukharin and seven others have been expelled, removing the last of Stalin's opponents from the group.
King Fuad of Egypt visited London and had a private audience with the queen. In the House of Commons Mr. Arthur Henderson said it was not planned for Fuad to speak with Mrs Majerty or to discuss relations with this country due to the private nature of the visit.
A fragmentary British commentary analyzes the Young Plan's implications and racial prejudices, noting parliamentary mentality and the perceived impact on France. The piece references debt arrangements and remarks on German economic and political stances, framing the discussion as a critique of European repayment schemes.
Reports from Blackpool say the Government intends a seven hour workday in stages. The first step would be 74 hours by year end as the Trade House Act expires, with seven hours reached soon after. Miners' Moderation is urged while owners warn of a critical position.
Herbert Smith warned the Miners Federation faces a serious position with rising unemployment and weakened leadership. Charity sustains many from starvation while reform and co operation are urged for national reorganisation and eventual full nationalisation of coal and by products to avert ruin. The federation aims for shorter working hours.
Capetown hosts five hundred scientists under the auspices of the British Association who were welcomed by the Governor. He said the visit honors South Africa and its rapid development, credited to scientific advances.
Employers deny any action to withdraw notices about wage cuts. Trade groups fear trouble as industrial negotiations proceed for a broad reduction in wages amid textile sector tensions.
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