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09 Jun 1937
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 09, 1937
Page
1
Rift in Empire Foreign Policy Conversion Loan
London Monday reports a Commonwealth conversion loan to be underwritten tomorrow. It covers about 12,380,979 central debentures maturing in 1980 93 with a 3 percent rate. The issue replaces existing stock at 33 pounds in cash in five years and saves interest of £56,244 annually, equating to £46,000 in the training currency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Eatua
Australia
New Zealand
Canada
Africa
British Commonwealth
Canada Holds Out In Imperial Conference Unity Effort
Reported by Australian Associated Press, Canada under Prime Minister Mackenzie King resisted European tensions by favoring Empire unity. Delegates reportedly shifted toward broader imperial cooperation while Canada warned against European entanglements.
Sydney to begin air service to Rabaul in three months
Sydney to Rabaul air service planned within three months under cabinet approval. Carpenter and Co Sydney secured the contract for wartime air service between Sydney and Rabaul. The government earmarked 5,573 pounds and will supply 68 machines for five years, with two and a half week milestones noted in the plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Trewtny
Amut Conamtton
Ural
Carpenter and Co
Sydney
Syd
Lwicn
Death of Mr H Keck at Bendigo home
Bendigo leader H Keck died at his Wennington residence after a long career in agriculture and citrus culture. He led tobacco industry efforts and served as Bendigo Agricultural Barley president while supporting the Boy Scout and Girl Guide movements. Ancestry traced to the 14th century. grandson of Sir William Keck. He had planned not to contest the Legislative Council seat he long held.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourny
Twering Aiey
Herbert Knee
MTC
Bendigo
North
Lowing
Wennington
Appa Peur
William Keck
Legislative Council
Iron Resources Test of Portland Roads Proposed
Melbourne reports Sir Herbert Gepp and fellow surveyors in central Australia endorse thorough iron ore testing at Portland Roads. They say the Tonmank Creek area shows potential and call for a comprehensive geological survey to assess profitability and resources beyond the Grane Hex region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Herbert Gepp
Centr
Australia
Portland
Tonmant's Creek
Trade Pact Confusion Rocks London Officials
Cabled reports from Australia misinterpret a proposed Angl American trade pact causing embarrassment to Mr Lyons and colleagues. Officials stress no finality, outlining that any program would await Prime Ministers’ return and cabinet discussions. Melbourne cites Australian reluctance to concede further UK preferences, with ministers in London not ready to negotiate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Australia
Melbourne
Miniter For Customs
Whiter
United Kingdom
Imperial Conference vows protection for British shipping
London reports on the Imperial Conference of 108T, stressing resolve to safeguard British shipping in the Pacific and deter threats to maritime trade. The gathering underscores coordinated policy actions and collective defense measures amid ongoing global tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Montlay
Gold Policy Debate on Wool and Steel Prices in 1914 NY
A fragmentary report discusses U.S. stance on gold policy and foreign wool pricing. It mentions Australasia and Australia, various names, and a debate over whether raw wool should be dutiable, with references to English, German, and Australian materials and standards. The text is garbled but centers on policy, trade, and pricing concerns in a historical context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aumliana
Thor
Toogard Fublacs
Austral Sik
Lamiles
Aituation
artiBethal
Ehyon
Tyemany Fabrice
Bowery
Twnital
Roxticedd Wamplen Af Fibre
Stygilal Hiten
Woolstra
Mist Solammiocoo
Hough
Tie Polien
McCenachy
Robi
Mayallat
Avore
Australien
Police Seek Suspect in Mine Murder Case
Police hunt a suspect in the death of 96 year old John Woods at a mine. Officers say the victim’s home near Maryborough was found as investigators examine the scene for clues. The investigation continues with inquiries into the mine’s ownership and possible motives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melaoutune
Tursday
John Woods
Maryborough
Jean Harlow Resumes Career After Arm Injury
Jean Harlow returns to acting this week following a serious arm injury. Producers announced her condition improved enough for a quick shooting schedule with her signature presence returning to the screen.
Australia reports trade balance surplus of 314 million
Commonwealth Statistician Roland Wilson states ten month trade balance favouring Australia at 123,871,000 pounds, with imports rising 28 percent from last year. Commodities like wool and gold drive gains while bullion and specie balance reaches 7.8 million pounds. Export values and butter decline due to poor season are noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commonwealth Statistician
Roland Wilson
Australia
Titports
Auatralia
Butane
Iatanen
Mayie
London
Cullen
Nlite Place Gonda
Sunday Football Stirs NSW Conference Plans
The secretary of One New South Wales Country Rugby League, Mr T aplieh, says the body will attend an Orange conference to discuss Sunday football interference. He notes about 800 clubs, largely playing Sunday football, show strong support and that Sunday football is progressing and unlikely to be prevented.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aydnet
Tueslay
One
New South Wales Country Rugby League
Taplieh
Orange
Buutrop’ Moyes
Armidale
Graziers Affirm Stud Sheep Embargo
Graziers vote 12 to 4 to uphold an embargo on stud sheep shipments to overseas markets. The motion was debated at a meeting of the association, with calls to maintain restrictions and related measures on export, transport, and farm upkeep.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bydmet, Tusstny
Npice
Executive orders defy federal decisions amid NSW ALP rift
Sydney dispatch reports the North Murp Hay branch of the ALP defying federal directives at a Tuesday meeting. Members refused relocation demands, declined tickets for Alderman J O Sullivan, and excluded two officials as the party seeks to resolve a split from the recent conference.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Um Meducal
Adsp
AGN
Murp Bre Hay
Mate Alp
Mt Hes
Hoffron
Muryubin Hay
J. O'Sullivan
Mra. Flynz
Lin Fe
Te Labour Movement
Garden
General Provident
New South Wales Labour Party
Keller
Mosse
Whybrow
Neagle
Hocretary
Prreidaat
Brantien
Enon
Mrs Freer to Leave for Australia Amid Travel Uncertainty
Mrs M M Freer announced she would depart for Australia soon aboard the Cenral line mail boat Wanganui, though a Thursday sailing was cancelled. She said she has received weekly letters from Lieutenant Dewa and remains hopeful for a voyage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auckland
M. M. Freer
Australia
Bho
Une Wanganclla
Thuralay
Leutenant Dewa
Money Lenders Crip On Municipal Employees
A Sydney report reveals widespread salary deductions to moneylenders among municipal employees. General manager Forbes MacKay proposes an award variation to ensure salaries are paid directly to officers, reducing reliance on external lenders. The Conciliation Committee may hear the request amid concerns over book-keeping burdens and improper deductions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conciliation Committee
von Germed
Lo Warmebudty Etve
Daim
Wwe Price
Uke Bookmakers
Sentence commuted for life for capital crimes
The State Cabinet commuted the death sentence of Jonathan Griffiths to life imprisonment without remission for the capital offences against two East Malvern women. Griffiths had prior records and the panel noted a history of assault. His father witnessed the execution at Dunedin 41 years ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mielbourne
Tay
Jona Thomas Geidith
East Malvern
Beton
Cablnnt
Dunedin
German minister sees Italian navy amid tensions
A German minister observed the Italian navy amid growing tensions. The visit focused on naval matters and regional security, highlighting cooperation and potential areas of friction between the two nations in the Mediterranean.
Volcanic Warnings and Recovery Efforts After Eruptions
The Prime Minister's Department reports Makauhae and Matupi volcanoes are quiescent after surveys. Fewer than 20 natives died from fumes in the recent eruptions. efforts focus on resuming normal cargoes, restoring government stores, and re-opening transport and essential services for Rabaul, Kokopo, and surrounding areas.
Car Collision Near Goulburn Injures Four People
A near head on collision near Goulburn injures four people including Jamey Willi Bhakenpeare and Hersie Bhakenpeare. Injuries range from double fractures to facial injuries. Edward Lancashire and wife suffer cuts while Lancashire escapes shaken. The two injured passengers are reported in critical condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goulburn
Goul Burn
Thuy
Jamey Willi
Bhakenpeare
Canberra
Hersie Bhakenpeare
Inguihes
Lancashire
Vietoetty
Mr. Lancashire
Neal P
Disease outbreak feared in Rabaul prompts action
The Acting Director of Halli i Yow Guinan warns of a potential disease outbreak in Rabaul. Health officials plan strict measures and urge refugee cooperation. Several mild cases at Kokupe trigger isolation at hospital quarantine quarters. No confirmed cases yet, but authorities take no risks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fialaria
Luxury Train Plans to Link Melbourne and Sydney
Victorian railway authorities unveil an ambitious luxury service on a Melbourne to Sydney route. It features a dining car an observation car and a private salon car with modern comforts and enhanced seating and climate control.
Victorian deficit figures spark debate in parliament
A Victorian budget deficit dispute dominates the session as ministers and opposition clash over figures. Acting premier Dunstan defends the plan while lawmakers press for clarity on the 130,000 pound shortfall and future funding. The debate centers on spending controls and the government’s approach to balance.
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