03 Mar 1932
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 28 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 03, 1932
Page
1
Chinese troops at Chapei retreat after overnight bombardment as Shanghai society reels from fires. Japanese forces push down the Yangtsze River with reinforcements and air cover, driving Chinese defenders toward Yangtse while Kiang Wang sector clashes widen the fighting for the first time in days.
Report describes Japanese forces pushing forward under smoke screens as Chinese troops retreat toward trenchworks. General Kuihira Kawa arrives to lead Japan while Araki warns China against further troop withdrawals. Peace talks stall amid threats to destroy the railway if demands are unmet.
Fragmentary wartime dispatch notes entrenched positions on a trench line with Mindeg and Comal Hayash leading Wines units, heavy casualties in Renault action, and Japanese forces reported to still contest the second line near five miles along the front.
The Melbourne Metal Works board reports a rapid flotation of the Van project with 1 108 000 pounds offered by subscribers within 24 hours. The finance committee notes strong demand and successful loan subscription.
The Japanese representative Mr Sato officially notified M Tau Bon cour of acceptance of the proposal. Japan fully and gladly insists on the terms of the plan submitted. Mr Matsudaira pledged to push for a cessation of fighting. Thursday’s assembly plan hinges on events in Shanghai over the next days.
Mrs Lillian Fowler and Mr F Green resigned from the State ALP Executive in Sydney. Fowler said there was no significance to her departure and that she wished to devote herself to work as private secretary to the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, Mr Burke.
The Morning Post reports in London that a budget surplus of at least 10 million pounds is now assured, outlining positive fiscal projections for the British budget.
In London today the Wheat Bill was introduced by Agriculture Minister Sir John Gilmour to secure a deficiency payment to registered wheat growers at year end. A cap of 1,000,000 quarters limits payments, and a review is planned in three years. Labour opposed, arguing higher bread prices and unfair burdens. The debate was adjourned.
A deputation from the Metropolitan Unemployment Relief Committee urged the Chief Secretary Mr Tunnecliffe to convene a special non party session of Parliament to address unemployment. They proposed schemes including letting unoccupied houses at 6d in the pound of municipal value with three months of work to cover rent and a 12 month occupancy title. The Minister said the Government would consider the plan and ensure no families remain on the streets.
World Labour Office annual return shows France and New Zealand bearing the worst winter effects of the depression. Britain up 7 percent, Australia 13 percent, Canada 25 percent, Germany 24 percent, Italy 2 percent, America 6 percent with about 4.2 million unemployed. Poland falls 4 percent.
Queanbeyan correspondent reports a major bush fire at the head of the Goodradigbee River burning more than 6000 acres of grain on W E Widtheld's property. Livestock suffered as the blaze continued to burn with damage still unconfirmed. The fire began in Cotter River catchment.
Nyassaland sells 2 million pound loan at 974 within an hour, 44 percent issue oversubscribed and reportedly covered twenty times. The rapid demand highlights strong investor appetite and market activity for Nyassaland securities.
Political circles in Canberra discuss possible government compromise on tobacco duties as opposition factions push for change. Rumors say the government may adopt a schedule between Scullin era rates and last week’s figures, while internal dissent grows and a House vote on printing the Tariffs Board report could test support.
Lively scenes in the House as Mr Gullett faces frequent interruptions while defending new tobacco duties. Mr Riordan presses for a firm tariff schedule date and a possible aid dole for growers. Prime Minister Lyons promises to push debate before recess.
A report describes a grass and debris pile crossing onto Mr. Ldfield’s Murry Flat property. Grasslands on the property of Mr. A L Vochran or Yauieck were destroyed along with 10 million in fencing between Yauick and Murry s hut. A similar event occurred about eight years ago damaging fences and grass in the same area.
London reports the British Committees of the International Chamber of Commerce urge an early conference in Paris to settle reparations and war debts. They warn failure will worsen the world economic crisis, trigger market closures, falling prices, defaults, repudiations, and bankruptcies harming creditor nations. Concerted measures to ease monetary international indebtedness are called for.
The Victorian Wheatgrowers Corporation approves a second payment of 7d a bushel for pooled wheat freight on the season. The first payment was 1s 10d. the second payment is set for early next week.
Thirty eight earth tremors were recorded at Rotorua on Wednesday causing considerable alarm but no damage was reported. The tremors were felt across the region including Auckland and prompted officials to monitor aftershocks.
Mr. Grosvenor A. Francis condemned the Federal Capital Territory land administration at a Canberra farewell. He urged a Land Appeal Court with independent witnesses and a capable sole judge to address lessees grievances and replace the current boards. He urged training of land officers in other states to fix systemic issues.
The Chief Railway Commissioner Mr Cleary declined to comment on the Hallway Investigator Mr Rogers report. He said he would wait for the full report which seemed to arrive in dribs and drabs. Other officials said the reports were open to question.
A report by W B Rogers criticizes Railway Department management for ignoring Lang's buy local policy. He cites overseas orders via local agents totaling about £446000 for the year to June 30 1981 and notes a contract for 6 gallons of Black Japan at £211 instead of £30 locally. Lang replied to Cleary after receiving the report.
Report from Calcutta noting a sudden incident at Indian police stations and officers' quarters in Allahabad. Four caves described across city parts, with bombs improvised from explosives lead pellets and nails.
At Central Court on Wednesday Gordon Hector Bwain faces trial for allegedly stealing 314 pounds from the State Lottery. Bwain is described as in ill health and is undergoing convalescence.
The debate centers on duties and revenue with the Speaker calling Mr Riordan to order. Gullett explains no extra revenue but avoids a million pound loss while noting tobacco growers face a better wicket than other industries. Thompson questions withdrawals from bond since the duty announcement.
Sydney Wednesday E A Chapman ARU secretary said the independent expert engineer W B Rogers confirmed the ARU’s long standing claims and that the report vindicates their position. He added the ARU could pursue further actions.
Police report three conservatives resign from the Finnish cabinet. A thousand troops search for Lappist leaders including Lappo, with no results yet. Government voices concern at 40,000 troops vs 200,009 civil guard, but gains control of armaments, including 20 tanks sent to halt the Lappist march on Heisingfors.
Three crew members of the Finnish wheat freighter Glovaberg faced City Court charges for refusing to obey orders and were remanded. The vessel sailed to Bhanghelf with threats of severe consequences warned to the mutineers. Four firemen and a cook disappeared after leaving the ship yesterday. If refusals persist, irons and mutiny charges await the men.
Bathurst report quotes Senator Hardy at a farmers meeting vowing to pull Lang out by the nose in Macquarie Street. Hecriticizes trades unions and city capital for not aiding the country man in the senate.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.