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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 30, 1932
Page
2
Canberra weather bulletin notes conditions for Friday July 2. Temperature readings show a maximum around 25.4 degrees and early a.m. values near 20 degrees. Wind speeds register at about 8 units from the northwest.
London reporters quote chairman Andrew Willarn who notes signs of revival in industry. The Avatreian faction meets to discuss renewed confidence and the Laithians’ agreement, marking a potential resurgence after recent downturns.
Britain faces scrutiny at Ottawa over Empire trade reciprocity with Dominions pressing for decisive action. The article notes delays in British response, calls for a concrete commitment to imperial unity, and cites Canada and Australia as having stated their terms while Britain weighs concessions and preferences.
Melbourne reports show a Premiers plan sub committee chaired by Sir Massey presenting ten points to ease intergovernmental tensions. The panel, meeting with NSW and Victoria leaders, stresses consultative powers and urges uniform action while deferring major legislation to state governments. The committee aims to reduce private interest rates and has not yet proposed immediate policy steps. The group plans to report to state governments next week for further action.
A Federated Taxpayers Association delegation pressed Prime Minister Lyons for total abolition of the Commonwealth land tax. Lyons warned abolition this year was unlikely but promised cabinet consideration of relief measures while aiming to balance the budget and cut government costs by about £2,000,000.
The Minister for the Interior stated in Archdale Warhill that he agreed to postpone the reappraisal of rural leases in the Federal Capital Territory to August 15 to ensure the lease terms are reviewed and any adjustments considered. The delay affects land allotments and potential extensions for leaseholders.
Kingston Whites, led by captain Kingston and forward Milner, edged Kingston Margons 2–1 in a tense hockey clash at RHI Parke. Key players included Whelan, Denton, and Pike for the Kingston Whites, with Graminne Behool scoring the lone goal for the visitors as both sides balanced offense and defense.
The Canberra Times announces a radio novel contest titled Trial by Radio with readers invited to audit a verdict reading and forecast a winner. Entries must be under 300 words and prizes include two wards of eight shillings each. Rounds run from August to August with multiple dates and admission details publicized.
Union members at Tradex Hall pressed for endowment returns with several telegrams and protests. They alleged that funds alleged to be with the family office had not been furnished for years, with hundreds of pounds involved and no explanation given.
A Vienna Police Court case alleges a Serbian merchant Jahye Rahim admitted charges tied to a scheme using apricot kernels filled with gold dust. The court found unopened, resealed kernels suspected as fake currency, with the unusual claim that the kernels concealed pure gold dust inside.
In Melbourne on a Friday, testimony during the inquiry into the sinking of the vessel the Voyager, reads that if the captain had not ordered the engines stopped, the vessel might have been beached. Chief engineer William Newland testified that the crew faced a dangerous miscue and that the actions saved lives, though details remain under review.
In weeklong activity across Canberra and Kingston, owners expand and new firms enter markets. Cartur and Melbourne group acquire a local pharmacy. Slasen Noir and Lawards widen Manuka reach. Mr D Zohnson era sees Kingston jewellery and gas ventures grow. Harris and Co extend Kingston tin works, with modern shop layouts and updated architecture by Malcolm T Moir.
British boxer AL Foreman, British featherweight champion, was reported to have accepted a bout against Joy Awetrada in Sydney. Foreman will travel next day for the match, with Delaney also mentioned in connections to the event.
A brief Canberra to Sydney delegation led by The Muveter for Justice and colleagues from the Laoneed Victuatora Association traveled to meet Minister J. Wy athie and C. Marr to seek consideration on rent revision. The group aims to brief the Tribunal on reviving rent controls while traveling to Melbourne with the hotel and business vote secretary, Mr. 4.
The Canberra carnival will feature hockey as a main event on Salute Day August nine with international interest. Rugby and Australian Rules football echo postponed activities and a strong New South Wales following backs the sport as hockey gains wider public attention and youth participation.
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