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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 25, 1933
Page
1
Mollisons cross Atlantic non stop to New York crash 60 miles from New York while en route to Floyd Bennett Field. Both pilots suffered minor injuries, were hospitalized, and airship equipment noted the wind is blamed for the wreck.
London reports nine years of bank deposits showing a 1.23 billion pound increase to about 1.98 billion. The Daily Express cited the Exchange Equalisation Fund as a major factor, aiming to flood London with sterling and related money movements.
Three accused, including Walsh and Walah, were found guilty of conspiring to obtain money from Alexander by fake pretenses. Walsh also faced housebreaking charges. Rodeny Walah received 12 months and two six monthly terms. the verdict noted the defendants formed a joint plan and acted on it in Birdhewn promditati.
Willa Herney, employed at the Dairy Farmers' Co-operative Milk Company depot in Pyrmont, suffered a severe electric shock. Rescued by ambulance staff, he was found lifeless and revived at the Central Hospital after being submerged in water. He remained under observation thereafter.
An untidy item notes a letter to The Daily Telegraph from a Secretary proposing to devote about 11,000,000 pounds to developing an air chain or postal network. The missive questions the Australian service and its uncommercial nature amid a fortnightly journey.
Thieves stole two valuable love birds from an aviary at Taronga Park yesterday. The loss is hard to replace as the birds are considered among the most attractive escapees from the park. Police appeal for information to recover the birds.
London dispatch reports Foreign Secretary Arthur Henderson returning from Paris Rome Berlin Prague and Munich with cheerless impressions. The Conference will meet at Geneva on September 20 to hear Hendersons reports and scarce progress is foreseen. The Franco German deficit remains the main obstacle and the Franco Italian parity issue is unresolved.
State Departments central block for Sydney discussed on Monday with the aim to cluster most government offices in one site at the corner of brick and Philip Streets. Current offices occupy scattered private premises and a new modern building is favored, though cost may reach about £200,000 and staffing implications remain unresolved.
London reports the river agreement hailed with satisfaction in Indian circles and by the Chinese as it will prevent auctions of price and improve purchasing capacity. The Canadia glow paints expects more orderly marketing and better wares. The agreement was reached on Friday after midnight Saturday with parties from a wolf course dinner party and theatre. Senior Pitman’s assistant searched London in a taxi for Dr. Yen and found him early Sunday.
Melbourne notes report on a London aliver agreement with the Attorney general and other magnatory figures. Aimed at boosting liver price policy, the brief ends without clear outcome or details of the deal.
New state proposals await authority as a Boundaries Commission meeting is believed to be held in November. The government has not fixed the commissioner's terms of reference pending case preparation by the United Country Movement led by Mr. H. Nicholas M.L.C.
The archbishopric appoints Rt Rev Howard Mowill as Bishop of Western China. He will assume the position at year end and arrive in Sydney in January or February. A committee endorsed Bishop Kirkby’s report on Mowill’s appointment and arranged a welcome for the new year.
The Broken Hill South Ltd chairman Mr Fraser said the agreement would benefit the silver industry and improve Australia’s trade with the Hunt by raising silver prices. The directors warned the activation of the mines could affect production and markets.
In Mudgee on Monday 16 year old Vly Gould or Hargraves 3 is Trampyre suffered severe burns after her clothes ignited while she was in a hut. The girl screamed as flames spread, her brother and bystanders helped to douse the fire and pull her from a well. She was admitted in critical condition to the Mudgee Hospital with burns to her face and hand.
The London agreement claims no material asset impact on the Commonwealth. Australia contributes about 10,000,400 ta Ouneen annually, roughly four percent of global silver production. The document queries whether share of production or export proportion should guide any restrictions. Early figures place Australia among lower-ranked silver producers.
A London report notes the World Conference faces pressure over silver and the purchase power of silver using countries. Bankruptcies and protections for creditors are discussed as possible paths to an agreement. Mrs. Kdolnducere’s position and Mr Young’s analysis are cited, with emphasis on fiscal implications in the keynote remarks.
A blotched Inverell case notes a man named Wytls receiving a three month command, with charges tied to a battlen and breach of privacy. The report hints at a controversial marriage and a tragedy, mentioning Jelile and a bedroom scene in Marrow.
The Jewish Board of Deputies voted 110 to 27 to boycott German goods and services amid fears of reprisals on Jews in Germany. The Daily Herald notes a split in the Hansa Jewish community over the action already spreading, with incidents of picketing and intimidation targeting shops selling German goods.
A speaker named Mr Weaver argues New South Wales should divert funds from the lottery to hospital financing. He notes lottery revenue currently supports hospitals with about 400,000 pounds, urging retention of the lottery until an alternative is found.
Robert Gillespie sues the Repatriation Commission claiming 10001 in damages alleging negligence by nurses in Sing and replacing an artificial leg. He contends the leg was too short causing spine and limb injuries and forcing resignation from a government post. The commission pleads not guilty and the hearing adjourns to tomorrow.
Melbourne Monday reports Prime Minister Lyons rebutted claims by Victorian Taxpayers Association Secretary Peligrave that he promised to abolish the index or balance the budget. Peligrave counterattacked with notes from Havens’ Canberra reply, noting tentative statements about balancing the year.
Mr. W. M. Hughes told the Constitutional Association luncheon that the World Economic Conference failed entirely. He claimed previous conferences had some plausible aim but fell short, and he criticized Roosevelt for neglecting a decisive attempt to stabilize currency and raise wholesale commodity prices.
A severe earth tremor was felt in Gunning shortly after six o'clock this morning. A earlier 5.30 a.m. shock was recorded and residents also heard a rumbling afterwards, which was regarded as an earth settlement.
A reader reports Mr Hughes arguing the Roosevelt administration faces a global test as wage standards in Japan shift to aid recovery while the United States seeks growth by lifting prices. He claims democracy stands at a fork between Communism and Fascism, with America urged to support democratic governance.
The Financial News reports the economic conference dissolving in failure while The Morning Post condemns endless world conferences and laments the collapse of international efforts to stabilise commerce and secure dominant allied influence.
Frederick George Waterworth, 37, was killed after being struck by a train near Cresdon railway station. The accident occurred during a rainy Monday shift at the plant, with the body found near the tracks. Police believe he was struck while walking along the line.
Lords Lamington and Melchett headed a delegation discussing a long range plan for migration. The proposal envisions establishing local organizations in provincial towns to quickly mobilize overseas communities in a compact area. The plan describes a vast colonising effort under chartered partners to shape the future.
A fragmented report from Lindley Walker Wheat Company notes world wheat is stabilizing yet price prospects remain uncertain. It cites political turmoil as the driver of market volatility, with Chicago futures facing caution and traders anxious about future movements amid a tense international scene.
Victorian department reports 12,605,183 bushels handled since December 1, versus 19,426,026 in the prior year. Up to now 6,080,000 bushels have been shipped, indicating an increase in production figures for the wheat crop.
Judge Moule former international cricketer urged MCC to pass a resolution backing a conference in England to resolve the body line bowling dispute. He said such a move would give the conference momentum and that English cricket sentiment may differ from Australian players.
Commerce Minister W. B. Stewart announced scrutiny of the 1 shilling 6 pence flour import duty amid new talks on duties and diversions. The note signals possible changes affecting Bourmill owners and the duty policy on imported wheat flour.
A laborer, Henry Hillton aged about 8, collapsed unconscious shortly after starting relief work at Drominoy near Bolton. Police report he appeared intoxicated and had smoked weed prior to the incident.
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