Oversea shipowners battle wool sale cancellations ACTA issues
A report by Mr F Mulrone chairing Oversea Shipping Representatives Associations outlines 1084 as difficult for overseas shipowners. The piece details ACTA aims, reduced freight by ACTA, and mutual duties of shippers and exporters. It recounts cancelled wool sales, tonnage needs, and calls for compensation to shipowners facing massive losses from cancellations and post ponements. It notes wavering government charges and broader trade disruption affecting Australia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Womeéls
Ube
Thia
Oversea Shipping Representatives’ Association
Orasiers’ Prdera Council
Han|een
Kanen Cave
Antheila
Australia
Rwich
United
Sydney
Perth
Melbourne
Geelong
Albury
Omrviem
Ita
Wervi
Whia
A.O.T.A
Inea
Myain Vansale
Corgo
Ruttan
Lamb
Bhipows
Grasinra
Auditor General Warns on Shale Oil Expenditure
The 1933 report notes 1.8 million spent on shale oil in New South Wales with little permanent industry created. It warns the government to trim future outlays pending a Scottish experts investigation to assess commercial viability. The annual report will be tabled in Parliament.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auditor General of the Commonwealth
J. Gorutty
Tlix
New South Wales
Ashfield UAP Selection Nominations Close in Sydney
Nominations for the United Australia Party candidate in the Aabfeld Electorate closed today with 12 candidates, including the sitting member Major Jarvie. Balloting is expected next Wednesday. A note on Cyril Worboys, once an Flying Corps instructor, mentions his wartime service and later RAF role.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
U.A.P
Aabfeld
Sittin
Major Jarvie
Tt Tw
Wednrsday
Alona i
Cyril Worboys
Alice
Weae
Cambridge
England
Royal Flying Corps
Anzac
Air Force
Richmond
France
Wool Position The Supply Factor
TA estimates wool production in the five principal exporting countries will total 6,700,000 bales Australian weight, slightly up from last year, with Germany and Italy importing amid embargoes. Australia’s clip is expected around 3,146,000 bales for the season, while demand from Japan has risen and purchases in Australia and South Africa show mixed strength. The article notes global trade frictions and the impact on prices, suggesting the raw material cost remains low but subject to shifts in conditions and demand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchcommbe
Carson Ltd
Guree
Avalralla
New Zealand
South Africa
Uruguay
Germany
Italy
Sallas
Australia
Gertoan
Allan Millnat
Commonwealth
Australis
Uniform Award Sought by Metal Trades Melbourne
The Metal Trades Employary Association sought a uniform basic wage across six capital cities via One Point Arbitration Court. Mundy for Amalgamated Engineering Union urged a flat rate nationwide, while Igheehen for other unions supported the request. No evidence found of Sydney employment rate details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Metal Trades Employary Association
Atatiatician
Mundy
Amalgamated Engineering Union
Sydney
Hotel Canberra to lease under private enterprise plan
Government to call tenders within two weeks for leasing Hotel Canberra as it shifts toward private management. Members expect detailed questions in the current session as officials stress safeguarding privileges tied to government control. Tender terms reportedly include preference for concession-rate accommodation for parliament members and public servants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
Bomb outrage injures wedding crowd in Calcutta
A bomb exploded as an Indian wedding procession passed through Calcutta last night injuring five men and a boy. The blast caused panic in the crowd but no arrests have been made at this time.
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Calcutta
Palmer Triumphs Over Richards In Leichhardt Bout
Palmer defeats Ron Richards in a decisive ten round boxing match at Leichhardt Stadium. Richards, active with counter punches, lands several blows but Palmer, lighter on his feet and sharper in weight, wears him down to take the decision.
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Rydney
Amibrone Palmer
Arrow Potas
Ron Richards
Leichhardt
Palmer
Richards
Front Line Troops Producers Fight On
Glen Innes reports Premier Bruxner praising the opening of the Glen Innes show. He notes rising public attendance, improved stock quality, and strong enthusiasm from junior farmers and trade-connected professionals. He says primary producers are determined to push development despite marketing restrictions and a surplus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glen Innes
Bruxner
Frontine Toop
Sheep Stealing Trial Resumes With Crown Prosecution
The sputtered fragment notes a sheep stealing trial resuming with the Crown Prosecution Service presenting evidence. The text mentions a defendant and a witness named Forbes, with garbled references to Guoray Visi and Guolagong.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes
Estee
Guoray Visi
Guolagong
My. i, W. Berne
Football Grounds in Canberra Face Restive NFL Report
The annual NFL report criticizes Canberra grounds and facilities. Alnalin and Acton grounds lack proper football provisions while Manuka remains primitive with outdated scoring boards. Eastlake turfing costs near £700, with broader sports funding far larger, yet football still receives limited support. The piece argues for better football facilities as part of national progress.
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Canberra
Alnalin
Acton
Manuka
Eastlake
Iloot
Ite
Fils
Petrol explosion sparks fierce warehouse blaze in Melbourne
A petrol explosion ignited a large fire at an Australian firm’s warehouse in Flinders Lane Melbourne. About 200 bales of wool were damaged, eight people, including two girls, escaped unharmed as two petrol drums ruptured and fire spread through the building. Firefighters battled the blaze while a lorry and equipment were consumed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Abe
Australian Batuton Owl Mortgage Company
Flinders
Wests Fiend Murray Coopersis
Balun and Meat Factory Co
Nercely
Tucker Temple
Are
Hremen
Sevore
Readers' Views The Editor Canberra Times Critiques Ground Fees For Oval
The Canberra Times letter argues the Department of the Interior charges for Manuka Oval are excessive and unregulated. It compares ground fees across regions, cites Goulburn Rugby League and Sydney Trust arrangements, and urges a maximum daily charge around £10 for major away matches to ensure fairness and viability for local clubs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra Times
Rand
Cricket Association
Eqntal
Department of the Interior
Manuke ‘Oval
Federal Capital Territory
Leagus
Goulburn
Sydney
Melbourne
New South Wales
Greene
Sydney Cricket Round Trust
Toupe W
Wat Canberra
Chanras
Canberra
Fede la
Arial
Junot
Waxes
Waxes Cootamundra, Tamora, West Wyslong
Umcht
Gross Gate
Caulburn Laugue Park
Crockwell Municipal
Cooma-Wiion
Gartalnly
Vaoma
Maret
Hes
Tolan Wins World Title At Jam Exhibition Meeting
Tolan of the USA clinches the world championship sash at Jam exhibition, despite placing third in the 190 yards event. Results show 130 yards led by Austin, with Tolan taking the 330 yards and achieving a state record in 2 seconds. Final points: Tolan 16, Robertson 10, Roberts 1, Meg Wartane 0.
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Melbourne
Bedi Tolan
U.S.A
Wwnight
A. G. Wales
Austin Roberton
Roberts
Toles
McFarlane
Impersonation Case At Central Police Court
George David Freak appeared on a rare charge alleging he rendered himself to police under a mistaken aim and delayed imprisonment. The record notes a related case where Liepolit Franklin surrendered to police for an arrest warrant, with details obscured by the damaged text.
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Rydney
Wedney
George David Freak
Central Police Court
Long Bay
Liepolit Pranklin
Ancihir An
Warrenty
Irak
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F Mulrone
Oversea Shipping Reproaratatives” Associations
ACTA
A.C.T.A
Mars Reliance
A.Q
Quevrilant
Queensland
Sip
Amd
Gragiers’ Association
Jamaica
Jamies Clark
Shifpeh
Pentaral
Comoeras
Owuara
Toy Feat Aoma
Bo Ran
Quereen
Lucy Arsured
Ddr. Lyons
United Kingdom
O.T.A
Brisbane
Adelaide
Dortmund
City OF
Delht
Justin
Meneua
Ballarat
Yeuweld
IL UN
Newcastle
Ashfield
U.A.P. Selection
Canberra League
Tolan
Rexona
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