23 Jun 1931
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 23, 1931
Page
1
Fragmented OCR text shows a personal note or apology to Mr W M Hughes with many garbled phrases. It mentions names and possible dates or ongoing events but remains largely unreadable. The item bears the hallmarks of a private correspondence or misscanned page fragment.
Fragmented report cites ALP figures and returning officer remarks on ballot handling at a town election. Mentions Me. FS Balle and Mr. ORegun, with notes on electorate procedures and a likely issue over ballot transport to Town Mall. Textial errors obscure many details.
The court in Prineiquin heard Willa Aitohie charged with crime. Constable Keogh testified the defendant had access to dangerous substances. Magistrate imposed fines totaling £840 and remanded others connected to the case.
Dr Cumpston outlined a plan to build modern abattoirs in the Federal Capital Territory near the Cooma Canberra rail junction. The £15,000 1931-32 estimate envisages replacing unhygienic Mugga premises and exporting meat to Sydney markets, with a mass slaughtering industry expanding livestock handling and by products.
Delicate discussions at the Premiers Conference sub committee in Melbourne end without a definite decision. The group delays negotiations on reopening the government savings bank as New South Wales loan issues and interstate attitudes loom. Mr Lagie reportedly urges reopening as important, but further talks are needed before a final stance.
London reports hundreds of opinions from centers worldwide on the U S debt suspension. France’s stance dominates the debate as the week ends with German pressure, British caution, and hopes for a broader international accord. Hoover’s offer reshapes the reparations debate amid currency and gold concerns in the Reichsbank.
A debtor named Aydeny Montay Jagger Robertson MotecAs seeks a stay in the High Court claiming a £2 10 balance and several debts. He notes sums of £25 to Mr Line and £900 borrowed for a business venture. The record mentions financial distress and a request related to bankruptcy proceedings.
The Fiatw Cabinet named the former Riniw mower Mr W H Whaddon as State Lotteries Director under the State Lotteries Act with a salary of 61600 a year for two years. The appointment starts when the Lottery Act commences on June 32. The government plans to offer general Sumprines.
Port Kembla reports a housing scheme to address local shortages. Dwellings will be let to accommodation seekers at a nominal rate of 4 a week. Many homes have been built on the company’s land while work on 10 more will begin.
A debate in the Federal Capital Territory council seeks a moratorium to align territory laws with New South Wales rules. The Crown is cited as the largest creditor and support for delaying reforms is questioned amid calls for a lawful, orderly transition.
A Canberra hearing on public service hours advances a proposal for a five day week starting July 13. The conference recommends 9 hour days with a 1 pm finish, introducing a 5 day work period across Commonwealth departments except where transport or local conditions necessitate exceptions.
In Central Court today a man named Mobean faced charges linked to a £200 note exchange. The case involves a New Zealand payment and a missing portion of stolen funds, including £148 recovered from the theft. The proceedings reference a hawk and a motor sale amid disputed ownership and transfer of gold.
Fragments report a fatal motor incident near Madrid with a driver attacked by an angry crowd. Injuries are mentioned as ten, and details are unclear due to damaged text.
Paris presses show mixed views on Hoover policy but unite in gratitude for the president's spirit. Le Matin hails courage and voices support for the U S stance amid global economic strains. Le Journal and Echo de Paris echo caution about the depression and the conditional debts under the Young Plan.
Berlin dispatch from Sunday reports Germany wary but hopeful about postwar aims. Britain notes all Germany must reach an accord with France Italy and Holland before lasting measures can be set, as officials foresee temporary curbs this year to enable firmer policies later.
Viscount Brentford and Mr George Trevett laud an American proposal describing it as a splendid gesture for London and manufacturers. They foresee benefits if the plan advances, though some doubt relief from debt payments after the suspension period. Lloyd George also voices cautious optimism about President Hoover's plan and its economic impact.
London reports Australia’s stance on Hoover’s proposal for a year long suspension of intergovernmental war debts. Australian sources warn Britain may face reduced reparations gains, potentially affecting Beltain’s concessions. Discussions to be held with British Treasury once confirmation from Washington arrives.
In Sydney the deputy leader of the Federal Opposition Mr Latham urged Hoover s proposal for suspending war debt payments. He hoped adoption of one proposal would prompt broader discussion of the world economic position and the war debt issue, suggesting possible further postponement linked to Australia s stability.
After days of delay unloading the Bovlet timber from the motor ship work commenced today. A portion of the cargo includes Siberian spruce suitable for box making. Reported another consignment of timber hawker Vindigos was sent to Australia.
The Civic Reform Party proposes a 20 percent salary reduction for all city council employees to save about £140,000 yearly. The plan is being considered by the council this Monday.
An earthquake shock alarmed Hastings and Wellington on a Monday morning. Buildings rattled but no damage reported. Sir Hugo Hira comments on international debt proposals and prospects for France trade, hoping acceptance and potential economic benefits.
Ottawa sources report Prime Minister Bennett declined to comment on President Mocver’s inter-governmental debt plan. The proposal had been reviewed in talks involving major funders and senior officials. Relations with Mocver’s administration remain cautious as details are awaited.
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