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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 03, 1934
Page
1
Dramatic tale from Calcutta describes the Dalai Lama, temporal head of Ther, allegedly reviving after death and returning from Tibet. European travelers report secret Tibetan religious fantasies, with ministers charged and a controversial medical intervention cited as part of the saga.
NSW scheme proposal seeks 13 000 000 loan but Attorney General Latham argues it would undermine the Loan Council and central control. He says semi-government borrowing could affect the country and impractical to restrict policy. The Commonwealth rejects borrowing power and the onus would fall on the people. finance would require Senate submission for approval.
The minister for defence announced special leave provisions for public servants, militia forces, and service personnel volunteering for senior race training. He stated two days off for those on full duties, highlighting the need for experienced support in within-force duties.
Mr Perkins, the interior minister, tried weight guessing at country shows for 13 years. He led a group of competitors in estimating bullock weights and hopes to succeed soon. Several shows were postponed due to bad weather, and Perkins missed three guesses last week. Next week six shows are planned with three more the following week as he remains hopeful.
Yousoupoff testified in a high profile libel case against Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer over Rasputin portrayal. He defended his book Rasputin while denying poisoning, insisting he kept to truth despite pressure from Sir William Jowitt. He recalled Rasputin's threats and mesmerization attempts as he described the dramatic events.
The Lord Privy Seal Captain Anthony Kaen left Paris for London this evening. The French Ministers informed him they will continue their examination of the British disarmament memorandum and will soon send the French government’s conclusions to the British Government.
A Thursday report from Paris warns of a batch of counterfeit and altered cheques. Authorities suspect widespread fraud, with several items detected but many more potentially unverified as investigations continue.
The Lith State Lottery was drawn today with prizes won by entities linked to Wales Monpilal Randwick and Hamilton Airset Hy ney Ard Mita a. oy Milter RhUbe Airest Sydomy. The state lottery draw is set for Friday next and lists several syndicate participants and addresses.
Reports say a noted train thief named Anton Zamar jum, who outwitted police for years, was found dead in a German wartime field near Warsaw. A failed attempt to unscrew a hooded watch sign triggered an explosion, killing Zamar jum and a woman, with a child dying en route to hospital.
The Australian Country weekly bulletin argues for subdividing larger states into new provinces to spur development and improve interstate coordination. It cites Riverina and New England as potential additions, aiming to balance regions and curb waste while enhancing rural growth and government checks.
An unexpected shout from a thin man in the public gallery sparked a disturbance in the House of Commons. Attendants rushed in as unemployed protesters surged, violence reported, and demonstrators ejected within minutes. Police later cleared the galleries and the unrest subsided by 11 40 p.m. when the House rose.
Sydney reports that Mr. F. R. Mauldron senior Lecturer Economics at the University of Melbourne presented technical and statistical evidence to the New South State Royal Commission. He argued subdivision of New South Wales into new states only justifies itself if it improves real income and its distribution, raises per capita income, and benefits the Commonwealth overall.
In Melbourne, 30 crew members of the coastwise steamer Goulburn refused to sail until a former crew member, Areman, is re employed. The ship was paid off and tied up, with Arkaba taking over her run. Officials warn the strike could halt coastal shipping if grievances persist.
Parkingy said yesterday that plans include 18 dwellings at Kingston with reception of tender on Tuesday for erection. He also spoke of cottages at Lirndaon and Welds and other sites.
A Commonwealth Government survey of Tennant's Creek fields is sought after repeated miner protests. Dr Woolnough asks the Interior Minister for funds to conduct a formal mola survey and assess feasibility for a major expedition.
Sydney observers report Friday that the Department of Labour and In fantry is conducting investigations into the operations of cash and carry and hale stores. It examines the business methods of some of their shops.
AYDNEY, Friday, Hendrick von Lenn, author of many history and geography works, arrived in Sydney with the Francoals to discuss public sentiment. He argued that low mood is not the issue, urging courage, reform, and a new slate of plans to address wealth distribution and national challenges.
A senior official at the Half Caste Home in Alice Springs has been suspended amid a serious criminal charge. Minister Perkins confirmed vaguer details and said the exact accusation was not yet known. The case will be heard in court promptly, with authorities seeking further information from Alice Springs.
Two Sisters Tearne and Maye quit Canberra Government Hospital amid heavy overwork from reduced staff. Dr L W Nott warned a crisis could arise as the Advisory Committee considers staffing remedial steps. Doctors Cripitan and officials are away, with swift action anticipated after their return to address hospital administration issues.
Opening the debate in the House of Commons on the temporary agreement between Russia and Britain, the president of the Board of Trade said Russia’s exports to Britain totalled £124,000,300 while Britain’s goods to Russia were about £40,000,300. The aim is to narrow this gap. Britain would suspend certain loans and Russia would curb imports while Britain ships would receive arbitration for disputes.
A fire at a country shop in Holldas Gana on December 1 triggered a coroner’s inquiry into arson. Two men, Jana and Claude Willem Bleck, were arrested on a conspiracy charge involving a counterfeit or stolen goods scheme with an unnamed person. Police evidence described alleged idle talk and plans to loot valuables, with a quantity of game items found at a location tied to a person named Ginhead.
London report notes a joint agreement by the United Kingdom Chamber of Shipping and the Liverpool Steamship Owners Association on a policy statement. The proposed plan, after consultations with the Dominions, urges the government to declare preference for British tonnage. Sir Alan Anderson moved the resolution amid questions about American and Japanese competition and potential effects on Yorkshire socks costs.
In Melbourne the Arbitration Court heard unions seeking a restoration of the 10 per cent wage cut. Chief Judge Dethridge urged caution and suggested some industries could regain real wages without harm while others could not. The court debated national income impacts and adjourned as workers awaited further arguments and details. A fire incident later occurred as the adjournment ended.
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