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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 01, 1933
Page
1
Rome correspondent reports Four Power Pact text awaiting completion and League framework. Attendees agree questions will be brought within League orbit to maintain peace. Germany accepts staged approach and consultation on all issues, including economic matters, per British plan as basis.
Fragmentary note shows Manny Greens announcing later repayments and subscription figures. Text is garbled but references subscriptions and a transfer or transit event, with amounts around 8 000 and mentions of Ware and email.
A court motion in the Bernheim matter requests a jurist to examine the petition and assess its validity. The proceedings involve references to Upper Russian Jew and German asylum terms, with calls to remove conflicting local causes while honoring international conventions.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a secession style debate in Western Australia amid government leadership under Pearce. The text mentions a majority vote and calls for defending the will of the people. Pearce replies claiming awareness of freedom requirements and resisting coercion or autocratic direction.
Fragmented report references Guinea Goldfields in Sydney and the See Salt Pinte Ltd tied to Cambridge. Mentions travelers and year context with unclear details, indicating OPTIMISM amid wartime pressures and shifting trade routes. Strong entities: Guinea Goldfields, See Salt Pinte Ltd, Cambridge, Sydney.
The House Foreign Affairs Committee voted to instruct the United States delegate to the Economic Conference to seek international agreement on a gold and silver standard. The proposal urged establishing a definite fixed ratio for the metals.
In Paris the British pair Terry and Howden won the French doubles championship final 6-2 4-1 over Piery and Hughis. The victory marks Britain’s first French championship doubles win since 1826, amid a tense match with Australian prospects and French crowd reaction.
The National Hank shareholder meeting in Melbourne heard chairman Mindurnew Eidermuch argue against writing down debts arguing it would harm future bank capacity. He warned such action could reduce the banks local to the basin and harm primary producers.
A London report details a Mt Everest ascent party led by Hugh Muttiedge with Wyn Harel and Wager Logan aiming for the summit. The account mentions Wyn Harris Waxer Longland and others near a camp on a steep ridge, noting the harsh wind and challenging conditions but praising the support and progress of the expedition.
Fragmented dispatch from Harbin reports Japanese and Manchukuo officials clashing over the sale and return of rolling stock seized by the Soviet. Authorities threaten to sever the links between the Chinese Eastern Railway and Manchukuo, with last minute efforts to avert a complete disruption.
Weather expert Mr Walker warns a dry spell grips most of the state with inland areas most affected. Wool production expected to fall with a potential drop in both shearing and export volumes as Fat Lambs and pastoral output suffer. The government receives praise for its efforts to relieve stock owners.
Senator Collings condemned the government's failure to advance Canberra in a Senate speech. He urged transferring remaining departments to Canberra to accelerate growth, promote it as a cultural hub, and end Federal delays, arguing the capital should match world standards. The debate touched on transport and the proposed cardita factory site at Manbyrmong, with references to shifting conference locations and departmental relocations.
The article discusses Charles Kingsford Smith weighing participation in the Melbourne air race. It outlines a hypothetical 7,000 mile relay with two pilots and an engineer aboard, explaining potential refueling and contact scenarios if he joined the event.
Paris officials refuse bail for a defendant charged with theft of 460 000 francs from Mir Michael Watson. The case cites a breach of the France Kaglona treaty as grounds. Mann was remanded to June 30. Detective Hobinson and Badler are cited in the inquiry as international crime contacts.
The Minister for Territories Mr Miner returns to Sydney after a tour of the Mandated Territory. He is set to attend a Cabinet meeting and is expected to present a report with important recommendations. The report could influence future development and financial support to settlers, and may affect confidence in the banking system.
The Derby established Lord Derby's colt Fyperton as the winner after a strong surge. The closing margin was several lengths as bettors noted the heavy backing for the horse and the clear pace set by the field.
At the Disarmament Conference in Geneva the American delegate Mr Norman Davis stated that if the conference agrees on universal arms limits the United States would support a global pact to prevent resort to force. The British delegate Mr Anthony Eden stressed the importance of the declaration and noted further discussion would follow.
A long Miners Council meeting with Members of Parliament and the Central Council of the Miners Federation concluded with a commitment to neutrality. Delegates including Reddles, Booth, Heraineton, Tuigideon, Koleht, Cameron, and Kydamen debated representation and urged the council to avoid taking part in campaigns on behalf of any candidate or party. Local Labour figures attended but support for neutrality remained firm despite requests to back Mr A C Willie.
At Halgownie tavern Mr Lang opposed Mr Bweenny and accused William of dragging the Labour split. He argued William fights for himself and has turned the election into a battleground, claiming underground sources inform the press.
Fraulein Marga von Kishor, a German aviatrix, died in Aleppo after a reported botched attempt at saving her life. Officials released a medical opinion stating she died by her own hand following an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. Family details and burial plans remain unclear as the body is to be examined in Bari.
In London on Tuesday 10, Neville Chamberlain, the Chancellor, declined to say whether a statement would be made before Friday adjournment on wartime debt negotiations. He denied that the government planned to alter the rate or terms of financial support.
Official dispatches announce a Sino Japanese armistice signed at eleven minutes past eleven today in Tangfu. The decision followed a Tangfu conference of Chinese leaders including Wang Ching-wei and Sunfo. The final settlement was conveyed to Beijing and hastened the formal signing.
In Senate questions Senator McDonald pressed why a cordite factory could not be built in Canberra. Defence Minister Sir George Pearce replied that a cordite factory already exists at Maribyrnong and the £40,000 was for extending the current unit, with Canberra not favored.
Convicts escape from a Kansas jail and seize two cars after kidnapping Marden Prather and two guards, wounding another. They split into two groups, held three women as hostages, and were pursued statewide as authorities guarded highways. Several sightings reported. injuries uncertain. Several convicts face up to 100 years.
The Jury Court heard claims for compensation totaling £1 214,006 by Byndey Wedhosany and others linked to the abolition of their offices. Lawyers for the plaintiffs argued they were entitled to pay lost when their posts were cut. Hearing adjourned to 10 narrow.
London report describes a luncheon where Sir Archibald Welgall delivered a note to Lord Iaverforth requesting cheaper rates for long range calls to Australia. The principal guest commented that costs were excessive and industry progress was discussed, with hints of calls for lower charges.
Report from London on parliamentary questions about textile imports and cheap labour. Discussion covers Japanese competition, low wages for workers, and tariff policy. References toBoard of Trade, Mr Wallice Hunciman, Mr W. F. Corking, and Dominions Secretary Mr Thorn.
The Archbishop of Canterbury appealed to all Christians to observe June 11 as a day of prayer for the outcome of the World Economic Conference. A chaotic paragraph mentions Australia and trade duties, with references to Britain and various observers.
South Africa's budget plan aims to wipe out a deficit of 7,000,000 and 3,000,000 pounds aided by reduced party divisions and tax measures. The finance minister proposes a 10 percent levy on word price differences and a 110 shillings per ounce mine price, with subsidies extended and higher duties on tobacco products to raise funds.
Reports say the stolen bell from a tram is aboard the German steamer Main bound for Bremen. Detectives seek to recover the bell at first German port, with salients of a Sydney price and possible German settlement as potential angles.
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