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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 27, 1932

Page

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Ottawa Conference Committees Debate Empire Trade Hindrances

Ottawa reports on empire trade issues with new subcommittees forming to study customs hindrances. Meetings include the Economic Co operation Committee and a standardization panel, while debates touch on unfair trade practices, export restrictions, and world wheat positions influencing Canada and other dominions.

Ottawa Customs Administration Committee Downie Stewart New Zead Ramunittes M. Bruoe Atul Chattijee Cheirman Tiwa Eavce Empire Hrice Australia Britain Canada Menera Chamberlain Marinett Chile Germany Economie Rene Rie John l Man Waimengen X Quote Fa Niyo Brice

Wage Inquiry Seeks Higher Allowances From Unions

Tuesday report on wage standards debate in the Commission, with Federated Clerks Union and Municipal Worker representatives arguing for increased food and clothing allowances. Wilma and Meraney presented evidence about cost of living, while the commission considered scaling the standard 48/17 to reflect higher expenses.

Rydney Wing Trois Ay Willama Federated Clerks’ Union Donic Morongy Wiens Wilma Prorchin Wren Meraney Eon Weil

Senator Elliott Hopes for Ottawa Wheat Preference

Senator R. D. Elliott returned from abroad said that despite English propaganda by Argentina and Denmark there was every reason to expect Empire wheat and meat will receive preference in the United Kingdom.

Canberra Customs Advice From Mr Synan Return

Mr Synan plans to return to Canberra at week’s end and offer guidance on Australian delegation activities at the Ottawa Conference. The Comptroller of Customs Mr Hall remains in Canberra Hospital with complications from a quinine attack. recovery will take weeks.

Preaure Timincen Auatealian Ottawa Hax Ronndeyad Adttionel Cumtoma Thas Boon Canberra Uam Porking Punt Customa JT Hall Quinny

Liner Orsova Heads Toward Melbourne Transit Turbulence

A garbled telegram describes the liner Orsova en route to Melbourne. Details are missing or distorted, but the report notes a journey from an unspecified port with references to altered conditions and possible delays. No clear dates or precise locations are recoverable from the text.

Goode Inquiry Report Sent to Government for Action

The inquiry report on Chief Transport Commissioner Mr Goode is with the Government and will likely be released tomorrow. Cabinet discussed it today and immediate action is expected. Former Chief Railway Commissioner CMY. C. J. Cleary and former Commissioner for Transport Mr FA Maddocks met with the Peelers yesterday to assess implications.

Sydney Thomson Chieransport Mr. Goode CMY C. J. Cleary Commissioner For Transport FA. Maddocks Peeler Yeaterday

Conversion Success Assured Through Treasury Statement

Britain's Treasury reported that over 1.009 billion pounds worth of stock recently converted at about two percent dissent. Finance officials noted only 15,000 holders had presented for conversion and that the operation had progressed with general satisfaction despite some minor anomalies.

Lonton Tiss Pontienta Bulent Aald

Revival loan terms to be decided early

Ag wep learned yesterday that a party decision is expected at the next conference of State Premiers after consultation with the Commonwealth Evile Board in Sydney. The Bank Board is watching the position closely. The amounts to be suitable to various lines are not yet known, but the governments are drawing up tentative schemes for expenditure on works of permanent and reproductive nature aimed at employing hundreds of unemployed.

Ag Wpe Commonwealth Evile Board Sydney

Northern Territory State Contention Debate Sparks Canberra Row

Minister for the Interior Parkhill argues the Northern Territory needs a full state government to advance Australia's development, while Education Minister Drummond says at least one more state is essential, highlighting differences with the United Country Movement and Canberra’s role in regional growth.

Bydney Parkiin Northern Territory Australia Canberra Dy He Lee Drummond Parkhill Australie United Country Movement New South

Burglars Fail Dynamite Seals Safe

A late night burglary attempt in Hunter Street, Newcastle, failed when dynamite exploded without opening the safe. The blast jammed the lock and left the contents untouched as burglars fled the scene. Police调查 underway with no injuries reported.

Ayonery Tursday Ito Faggitt Jones

Irish tariffs on imports from Britain to take effect

The Irish President Mr de Valera announced that anti British tariffs would operate from Wednesday. The duties include five pence per ton on coal and cover many goods with British cheese banned. The move aims to curb capital outflow and pressure the British, while possible talks with Britain are hinted.

Dublin de Valera Nubun Madden London Hugo Flynn Parlin- Dientary Bree Finaner Oisalon Brithia

Upper House Elective Body Proposed Reduction to 45 Members

State Cabinet discussed reform of the Legislative Council and favored replacing the present chamber with an elected house of 45 members. A later meeting of United Australia and United Country Party parliamentary members will decide on the plan, with Governor approval and a referendum to follow. The Premier Blevins withheld details pending conference. the parliament may reconvene in late August or early September.

Bydney Twesday Legislative Council United Antralia United Country Parties Wotins Atdgunt Blevens

Communal Award Debate Amid Indian Tensions in Calcutta

In Calcutta on Monday the Communal Award announcement by the Home Government is expected soon. As the date nears, strong feeling grows among communities over the outcome. The main friction lies in Punjab and Bengal where authorities resist anything but a clear majority, and any recommendation splitting provinces could trigger protests.

Calcutta Hengal Indie Grating Moster

Atlantic Flight Mollion’s Plans Aim for Double Crossing

Mollion plans a record Atlantic crossing by air, using a newly built craft designed for petrol economy. The Daily Express notes the machine’s unprecedented construction, with a 16 gallon main tank and wing tanks of two gallons each, targeting a Ireland flight in August contingent on favorable weather.

London Rive 9 Mollixon Expres de Mayiland Stoliaon Trent Ireland

Income Tax Federal Control Debate in Sydney

In Sydney, Mr. Stewart argues for sole taxation authority to distribute revenue to states, amid talks of simplifying income tax. He calls for action on petrol tax incidence and measures to curb tax evasion while the Premier and Assistant Treasurer plan further discussions.

Sydney Stevena Hpooner Wot Stewart Stewart Gino

Tram Collision Driver Pinned In Cabin

William Glanville, 48, suffered multiple injuries when a tram collided with a motor lorry. He became trapped in the tram cabin, the front crushed, and was conveyed to hospital with serious injuries.

Wiliam Glanville Uatchhardi Manville Aa

Canberra United Church moves toward joint council proposal

The Canberra Co operative Council notes a move by Canberra Presbyterian Methodist and Congregational churches to unite as one church. A delegation from Sydney joint council will visit Canberra to study the plan. The council expects possible transfer of church properties and aims for swift establishment if approved. Potential disputes over Cathedral and Central Methodist property arise but are considered resolvable.

United Australian Church Canberra Nave Aydney Coun Sounel Sydney Presbyterian Cathedral Central Methodist Church

Revoked Berlin Emergency Decree Keeps Von Papen Dictatorship

Berlin reports President Hindenburg revoked the state of emergency in Merit and Brandenburg but Von Papen remains dictator of Prussia. He advised the president that public security was in greater danger yet hopes the July 27 election proceeds peacefully. Supreme Court refused interim injunction to block Interference with the Reich government as it moves toward a dictatorship in that state.

Berlin Hindenburg Merit Brandenburg von Papust Pranaia Herr von Papen Ionger Lelpate Supreme Court Prumlan Rejeht Am Grolinds

Berlin Riots in Communist Demonstration

Berlin clash as Communists defy ordinances with baton charges against police. A woman died, two men were badly wounded, and many bystanders fled in fear as officers fired revolvers after mass baton clashes.

Berlin Communista Aghia

Missing Traveller Body Found in Harbour Mystery Solved

Sydney police cleared a harbour mystery after a floating body was found this morning near the harbour by the bridge. A note suggested suicidal intent but investigators revealed uncertain details about a missing person, alleged omissions of funds, and unclear ownership linked to a person named Jenkind and a commercial vessel.

Sydney Yusetay George Jenkind Harbour Bridge Jonkson

Opium Runner Caught Off New Zealand Steamer

Wellington reports a crew member from the steamer Mawmgenul arriving from Sydney was caught leaving the ship with opium valued at £300. He faced a fine of £146 and default imprisonment for six months. The unnamed Mashan claimed he acted as the runner with additional tin and beans noted.

Wellington Tusday Thoteas Caustel Meehan Mydney Capht Vom Mashan

Labour Minister cites few men refusing work

The Labour Minister said many unemployed had been misled into expecting longer relief work and would be given only a few weeks. He noted that very few were refusing work now as government plans extend rationed tasks beyond six months and aim to place thousands in suitable jobs. The Blaine Cabinet and Premier supported the shift toward productive employment.

Bydnet Dunningtam Dalleve Blaie Brevens

Rural Loans State Negotiations With Cabinet Plan

The Premier said cabinet approved advances for elders at a set percent interest. He noted a week or more would pass before the exact amount needed could be worked out. Government aims to coordinate with suppliers to establish workable arrangements.

Sydney Turay Mavens

New State Campaign Faces Challenges Across Nation Move

A fragmented national campaign faces internal strife as key party figures debate strategy. The movement seeks broader support while regional factions push competing agendas amid uncertain fundraising and public reception.

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