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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 25, 1934
Page
1
Mr Lyons presents a 3rd budget with a small surplus and partial restoration of war pensions and salaries. It foresees large defence spending, remissions in primage and sales tax, and broader tax adjustments while keeping direct taxation unchanged.
Rain halted Davis Cup action between Austral and the United States after Crawford trailed Woods two sets to love. With the score 2-2 in the flat set, weather interrupted play twice more, delaying a decisive finish. When resumed, Woods edged ahead and Crawford faced an uphill race as play continued to the following day.
An inter zone final sees the Australian duo of Lott and Mosten challenging Crawford and Quist against strong American serving. The match features multiple breaks, a tense fourth set, and clear Australian dominance as fans debate future outcomes and the significance of the Dayin Cup.
The Prime Minister Mr Lyons declined to answer whether Mr J Macarthur Onslow faced deportation for failing a German dictation test. He said the issue should be debated on the notice paper and likely in the House today.
A political economy note discusses imperial trade, with focus on Australian prosperity, pensions for veterans and disabled men, and costs of allowances. It cites arrears, tribunal powers, and projected annual expenditures around £2,000 to £20,400, noting changes to old age pension measures and related property provisions.
In a parliamentary reply the secretary stated that the Samos incident involved Turkish and British forces misinterpreting signals leading to the death of Surgeon Lieutenant Robin and wounding of Lieut Maunsell. The Turkish government voiced sincere regret and distress. A funeral was held in Turkish waters and plans for compensation to the deceased officer’s relatives were proposed by the Turkish cabinet.
Chicago reports the nation faces a deadly heat wave with over 800 fatalities. Five day death total reaches 307 as temperatures top 100 across many states, peaking at 112. Crops fail, water shortages bite, and cattle losses rise into millions of dollars.
Heavy rain and poor wicket conditions led to multiple delays at Leeds. The match was finally abandoned after 6 o'clock with Australia trailing England, Hendren falling early for 215 minutes of patient defense before weather stopped play and stumps were drawn.
The distorted text shows a speaker asserting Australia and Britain must remain united yet expressing resentment and concerns over imperial policies. It hints at possible misalignment between imperial policy and Australian views and mentions evolving policy within the empire.
A terse note indicates no kangaroo hunt for Prince is planned. The brief mentions Vout to New and hints at a change in royal or ceremonial activity without detailing dates or locations.
Bradman pulled a muscle in the right thigh chasing a ball at Leeds and will bat only in emergencies. He has a torn thigh muscle requiring rest and may miss Sunderland and Edinburgh with a possible return at Bristol. Bromley subbed Forbie as Bradman heads to London for recovery and then to London.
A fragmented report credits Ford for stopping Moss while Larwood did not play. The line hints at a notable basketball or football moment with key players unnamed. The readable text underscores Ford's defensive stop and Larwood's absence, signaling a pivotal game moment.
A mine collapse leaves two men dead with no hope of rescue as a wall of debris traps the tunnel. Rescue efforts are halted while authorities assess conditions and plan further excavation. The incident underscores dangerous conditions faced by miners.
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