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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 02, 1933
Page
1
London reports the Commonwealth Conversion Loan of £11,10000 was heavily oversubscribed, closing after two hours. The response is seen as a sign of strong demand and Australia is urged to proceed with the conversion at the earliest opportunity, with optimism for further issues.
The Sydney share market sees its busiest day in four years with record volume on the Edney exchange. Investors push prices higher amid strong demand for Benafal Industrial and other top stocks. The tone points to a sustained upward trend as major gains lift the market.
Beasley Group discusses delaying unity talks in Federal Parliament. Beasley and supporters advocate interstate conferences under the Federal ALP plan. McNamara cited as federal secretary with states to ally. only one state reportedly agrees as talks proceed.
Fragmentary lines indicate a report on negotiations between Canton and Nanking with reference to Japanese actions and a treaty bitterly attacked by some parties. The piece mentions Chinese government reactions and disruptions surrounding the talks amid wartime pressures.
Fragmentary report notes a sharp tin price rise with references to London calls and a quote indicating prices advanced to high levels not seen since August 1985. Details are unclear due to damaged text but imply a market surge and international chatter.
Judge Cathbridge predicts a 44 hour work week may replace 48 hours as the textile movement progresses. Industry leaders like Castlemaine Woollen Mills and Amalgamated Union officials discuss wage, labor hours, and practical limits, noting possible effects on costs, competition, and workers.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions an ante ante event and possibly a notice or anecdote. Names, dates, and places are unreadable, leaving only hints of an organized announcement or continued coverage. The readable content suggests a local notice or reminiscence rather than a complete report.
A fragmentary report mentions funds totaling 440,000 linked to a city tale project. Names and details are unclear in the OCR, but the large sum is tied to a local initiative and involves multiple parties. Further readable context is insufficient to specify exact entities or purposes.
The passage presents a jumbled report referencing Australia and London, suggesting discussion of currency, credit, repudiation rumors, and wartime rhetoric. It mentions trade, government actions, inflation, and economic pressures amid a global downturn, with uncertain attribution and broken phrasing throughout.
The piece notes Australia’s expected key role in the governance of Antarctic territories and surrounding waters after a government decision. It mentions fields of control, implications for sovereignty, and the influence of a senior government leader and a senator’s stance on assumption of control.
The PMUENELE announces a five percent cut in state salaries pensions and an expansion of unemployment law including compulsory labor. The article notes themes of autocratic control and drastic economies amid debates on national finance and labor obligations.
A Berlin report outlines a marriage subsidy scheme designed to keep women from joining the labor market while promoting a policy of unattainable wage relief. Exchequer bonds would be issued to a limit of 650, as the plan proposes public work to support the effort.
Parliamentary Secretary to the Board of Trade Dr Burgin addressed questions on subsidies amid the German government's stance. Germany contemplates a subsidy of 14,000,000 francs as Curis Shipping notes the high political priority of the Alpine subsidy issue in the World Economic London pact.
Murky reports from Melbourne detail dismay over Labour, with a murder tragedy still unresolved. Jurors heard testimony from witnesses including Miss Kay and Mr Prick, as investigators pushed for leads. The court case remains unsettled, with new twists in the allegations and a veiled verdict awaited.
The Miners' Council stalls ahead of a key conference as MPs and council members argue over coal mining constituencies and state support. Tensions rise as adjournments delay decisions and officials await further parliamentary action.
A chaotic escape plan unfolds as inmates flee toward the northwest, prompting a large manhunt. Authorities, including the warden, coordinate search efforts near the village of Chotope after a reported burglary and prison breach. An officer recounts the events as the escape draws national attention.
Fragmentary OCR shows references to a global crisis, mentions Japan and China, and talks of territorial rights and sovereignty. Details are garbled. likely a World War II era dispatch discussing aims, lines, and population movements, with vague dates and troop mentions.
A damaged report describes incidents along the Eastern Railway between Bevlet and Manchu Kila. A Soviet train motive and wage carts were removed from the Soviet border. A windowed intention of Slanchw kao was carried out at Bul-Bon-Bo clocked railway area. Gunfire near Chalentiin wounded a driver amid ethnic tensions and cross border firing.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a Prague gathering of the Little Entente with mentions of war debts currency stability and removal of commercial barriers. The garbled text hints at discussions on free exchange loyalty and regional monetary coordination. Key entities are unnamed.
Federal Cabinet approves early construction of the Australian War Memorial in Canberra with an estimated cost near £80,000. Funding will come from the War Memorial Trust Fund £24,000, Parliament £20,000, and about £36,000 from the Commonwealth Government. The project aims to provide an honour roll and architectural works in the national capital, creating employment in the Territory.
Fragmented London desk note reports weather hindrances delaying final ascent. Messages say climbers, unable to verify camp status, press for word as wind rips higher slopes. Limited readable lines mention supplies and cautious progress amid unsettled conditions.
Fragmentary OCR describes a plane test involving Mr and Mrs Mollison planning a flight to New Mgt Atlantic. Fragment shows cockpit, cabin entrance, and references to Captain Bread, Stayt, and a Bant widening debate amidst garbled words. No clear dates or outcomes.
Fragmented report cites Capetrown and unnamed entities atop a confusing crypto of figures and jargon about taxes, deposits, and industry burdens in South Africa. The piece references dated terms and unclear names, outlining financial burdens on mining and related development with inconsistent figures and misordered phrases.
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