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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 07, 1933

Page

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Transport conference backs amalgamation of Australian railways

Melbourne hosts a conference where Mr. Perkins proposes a National Railway Corporation to take over State lines and form a Transport Council. The plan seeks constitutional changes, a 1900s scale capitalisation, and a shift of rail governance from political influence to a unified national body.

Melnohet Australian Railways National Railway Corporation Mr. Perkins Taeert Melbourne Perkins Transport Council Austafin Loan Council

Royal Visit Highlights From Melbourne Meeting

Sir Harold Luxton and Sir Hirohl Haas lead visiting dignitaries in Melbourne as they discuss centenary commemorations and the roles of officials. The event gathered notable figures and reflected on past achievements amid a formal reception.

Woman Remains Found in Bush Near Hartley Valley

A female body was located in bushes near Hartley Valley after investigators traced a recent report. Authorities have not released identifying details or a suspected cause of death pending further examination.

Aydney Hartley Valley Martin

Debts and diplomacy loom as Britain awaits U S reply

Report from London notes Britain expects a message from the United States regarding war debts within hours. Britain’s cabinet met on Friday and major powers Hungary Yugoslavia Austria and others have already decided how they will proceed in relation to payments to America. Military pilots join allied signals amid heuristic caution.

Japan menace grips British Labour leader’s anxiety

In London Twenty, the Leader of the Opposition warned that Japan’s rapid industrial growth, especially in textiles, threatens global trade and could usher in plutocratic power if free trade collapses. He urged action to prevent conflict and upheaval through stronger policy, citing fragile world order.

London Lanabury Japan

Exciting chase through Melbourne ends in chaos

A chaotic car chase through Melbourne ends with a crash as a vehicle loses control and strikes pedestrians. A bystander and two onlookers are reported to have fled the scene, while authorities searched for the suspect amid the confusion.

Barracking English Match Held Up in London

In a 20 year gap YorMahire v Idincashire county cricket match stalled over two days. Spectators filled Macanlay's seating as Thowes delivered five wickets and Bay scored a key run. A commotion interrupted play with a voice from the pavilion as the crowd waited.

London YorMahire Idincashire Macanlay

Prohibition Repeal Backed by Large Illinois Vote

A Chicago report notes a sweeping statewide majority in favor of repealing national prohibition. The article cites overwhelming support across counties as officials tally the votes and publish results, signaling a major shift in law and social policy.

Chicago Tino

Fire Devastates Darling Point Home in Sydney Suburb

A large fire gutted the upper portion of a house at Darling Point in Sydney's suburbs. Mrs Hil discovered the blaze upstairs and alerted firefighters as crews arrived in wet weather. The two storey residence suffered extensive damage worth many thousands of pounds while residents evacuated safely.

Sydney Thesday Darling Point Aid Dartly Mra Hil Delgade Hie

Convention S A Plan For Constitutional Convention

Proposal outlines calling a Constitutional convention to address national issues. Prime Minister Butler outlines appointment of representatives from the opposite side in the lower house and coalition members.

Premmlet of Mouth Australia Mtr. Butler Hatton Pomier Ik No Lipper Hou

Future of Tests Barracking Suppressed in London Debate

A fragmented report from London quotes Mr Harris discussing cricket test crowd behavior. He critiques a controversial board epithet and asserts that an official fund should have been allocated to English and Australian teams amid MCC repudiation and Australian protest.

London Tugalay Mr. Trues Hurein Chapman Hal Harris Harris Teneo Marylebone Jardine Engfh MCC

Exiled ex-prince weds commoner amid royal rights dispute

In Lausanne two skeletons were found in a rabbit burrow beside a tale of a former prince. Reports say the ex-prince Alfonso faced a disputed royal claim with a recent marriage to a commoner, amid questions of legitimacy and lineage.

Sydney Avagavale Alfonso Fon Jaime Aunlei Menorita de Hen Pedro Bonca Leg Bony

Housing Acute Shortage in Canberra

Canberra faces a severe housing shortage as the Government struggles to house Patents Department officers during their transfer. Officials warn current plans for next year underfund the needed housing, risking no vacant homes in the capital when the department moves. Ministers pledge additional houses, but delays persist as officers await suitable accommodation.

Canberra Patents Department Patent Department Cantwrra Tyuirlo Fourrivd Uleachy Cantera Mustabhie Interlowna Homain

Mystery ships and submarine sighting near Great Barrier Reef

Mr F A McNeill, official of the Australian Museum, states he will not confirm reports of a submarine in Great Barrier waters near Hayman Island. He spoke after returning from the islands, describing strange phenomena and possible ships seen around the Whitsundays and reef area.

Great Barrier Waters Sydney Tasmany

Mattern Sets New Record In Global Flight

Round the World Southern Cross reports Mattern making new nonstop record flights from Morcow to Osio. Soviet airmen greet the flyer as he completes a 4,000 mile leg ahead of the old mark. The journey faces harsh Atlantic crossings and weather challenges with moments of danger and fatigue.

Morcow Mewan Deanite Wienhortine Osio

Famous Plane In Danger In Rain Flood Threat

Rain drenches the region as a famed plane faces submersion by rising waters. The craft sits amid creeping floodwaters with crews trapped while the meteorologist warns of further downpours. Officials report heavy rain across North Comat and adjacent districts with rivers rising and up to 10 to 12 inches in the past 48 hours.

Iempray Turada Teun Uae Mei Kingaford-Hmilth Canim Wauchops Tor Macequarie West Kemmey Tower Hastians Lower Macleay Hastinga Ballinger Punt

Advance in Wool at Melbourne Sales

Melbourne reports a firm wool market with prices rising from 15 to 20 percent for beat wool and 5 to 10 percent for other grades compared with April closing sales. The advances indicate strong demand in Melbourne auctions this Tuesday.

Melbourne

Trans Canadian Railway Candidate Tours Amid World Voyage Ambitions

An outlined report notes Mattern plans to follow the trans Canadian route to Arkute Almada amid a publicized round the world attempt. Details mention a late bid session and reference to Kathrovik, a long dist mileage, and a wary pace for future voyages. The text also alludes to Kagan and Moscow in a brief travel chronology.

Mattern Arkute Wna Almada Ani Gatty Kathrovik Mullern Kagan Moscow Tuan

Tariff Dispute Between Two Houses in Parliament

A tariff dispute between the Senate and House of Representatives prompts debate. Senator Johnston and Senator Hardy clash over amending the schedule to reflect living costs. The Senate seeks to defer until a tariff board report is received, while Mr George Paaree notes a related question does not pertain to the issue. Senator McLachland to comment later.

Senate Johnston C.b W. A Howe of Representatives George Pasreel Parliaiment Ottawa Joboeton Benator Harty Pimage Air George Paaree Hardy Sue McLachland

Annandale nominations called after death of A Buart Robertson

Annandale residents prepare for nominations to fill the vacancy caused by the death of A Buart Robertson. The contest is set for Tuesday with support from figures including Mr Tully, who held a ministerial post, and groups led by Mr Lamy and the Umar Group.

Death notice for Robert Gibson III in Melbourne

Fragmentary obituary notes Sir Robert Gibson III of Melbourne laid to rest at home near Yarra. Text is garbled but mentions Robert Cimon as chairman and Hank Baurd in relation to the event.

Melbowrne Tuonday Robert Cimon Ammanwealis Hank Baurd Auth Yarra Avvere

New Cathedral Second Largest In World In London Dedication

Fifty thousand attend the layla of the foundation of the new Human Cathote Cathedral at Liverpool dedicated to Christ the King. The project costs around £4,000,000 and will become the second largest in Christendom, surpassing Mount Vuni in length and width. The four hour ceremony featured Archbishops and bishops, Cardinal Macruary, and a papal message dropped from a plane.

London Mon Sean Liverpool Christ the Kine Balding Christendony Mt. Vuni Bee Peters Eiverpool Hutt Tewin Arehuishon Macruary Laeland Mourne Bathtan Tiverpoal Merchinte Gumtared tRe Stone Waa

Protest Over Alsatian Dogs Powers By Newcastle Deputation

A Newcastle deputation to the Minister for Agriculture requested that shire councils be barred from handling Alsatian dogs. Dr Kall, president of the Newe Toate District General Dog Club, warned the dog menace and urged control. They cited letters from New South Wales Victoria and Western Australia detailing Alsatian attacks on miners and urged government action through the War of the P.P. boards and legislation.

Aydney NeWcastle Muiny Shire Coubels Yha Nowe Toate District General Dog Club Kall Tir Tettern Graniora New South Wales Victoria Weat Australia Instancns Alsatiang Minen P.P. Boards

Voce and Larwood Recognised for Fine Performances

In London during a ceremony at Malvern, Voce and Larwood were honoured with a certificate and cheque by Drmsid and Mr Jardine acknowledging their notable cricket performances.

London Moni Nottinghumabine Cricket Voce Larwood Allver Malvern Drmsid Rheiton Walvere Jardine

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