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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 22, 1933
Page
1
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After a series of meetings between the Dairy Export Control Board and the Federal Cabinet the Commonwealth government agreed to defer final action on restricting butter exports to the United Kingdom until discussions with New Zealand Dairy Board representatives, who plan to visit Australia soon. The government signaled it will follow the board’s recommendation if no restrictions are advised.
Sir Mark Sheldon warned in Wellington that without new butter quotas the price level could fall to unknown lows as he returned from a world tour and prepared to Sydney.
A labourer named RE Arom sey, 40, of North Inch, was killed today while working on a second story abrey jer 4 building in Melbourne. A piece of time winging from a crane struck him, pulling him from his foothold and he fell to the ground.
In London on Monday government circles welcome the plan for a four power pact as a first step toward revising the Versailles Treaty. No actions will be taken until Bremen attitude is reviewed, while Germany remains hesitant about neutrality terms.
In the House of Commons Anthony Eden announced the suspension of negotiations for commercial treaties with Russia. He cited pending Moscow arrests and included British subjects still in custody with Monkhouse and Mordwall. The British ambassador, Sir Eamon Ovey, was directed to inform the Soviet authorities of the grave views of the British government.
London reports the Prime Minister Mr. Ramsay MacDonald and Foreign Secretary Sir John Simon returning from a brief Rome trip. MacDonald travels with Miss MacDonald by rail, Simon joins a Genoa air flight to Paris to meet French leaders. Baldwin says MacDonald will address Parliament on Thursday about the Rome voyage results.
Le Temps questions whether France can ignore its alliance with Poland and the Little Entente to rely on the major powers for Europe’s fate. The notion raises fear that France, which built its strength at great cost, may abandon those alliances at a critical moment.
The Seventh Annual Congress of the Po.CLT. Branch of the KSLA. A. opened at Albert Hall with Mr Perkins describing the unit as a fine part of a splendid organization. He urged continuation of government support for the soldiers and the League’s work as numbers dwindle.
Dr. F Watson a former member of the Federal Capital Commission revealed that in 1929 the Crown Law Office advised no power to levy a hospital tax in the Territory. The 1933 Hospital Tax Ordinance is being questioned after the Attorney General's department opinion.
Police report a thwarted assassination plot against Adolf Hitler in Munich. Three alleged conspirators arrived by car near the Wagner statue and dropped grenades and ammo, but fled as police intervened. Officers warned such an attack would trigger a nationwide reaction and urged safety.
Wellington reports readiness for Sir Charles Kingsford Smith to depart from 90 Mile Beach at 4 a m tomorrow for a direct Tasman crossing to Mascot. The Australian aviator eyes a record flight as preparations finalize.
Washington reports Mr Norman H Davis, special authority on disarmament and world economics, will sail on Thursday for London to confer with British officials before Geneva.
Moscow reports show foreign circles criticizing Britain's "high handed attitude" in pending trade negotiations. Sir Mamond Grey has not replied to the Soviet on engineers' bail, while the Soviet views Russia as a major world power. Attention to Britain may intensify if it demands a tougher response.
Washington observers say the Roosevelt administration maintains a cautious stance toward disarmament proposals while Norman Davies negotiates in London. They expect Europe to act first on the plan and foresee possible moves with Japan and China.
In Queanbeyan District Court Judge Sheridan criticizes a juror who is deaf during the Swann Proctor case. The judge notes a juror named Bradley struggled to hear, questions the juror's ability to judge the evidence, and hints at a possible new trial due to alleged communication with a plaintiff. The court records express strong doubt about the jury's capacity to render a fair verdict.
The annual report notes membership over 200 and steady growth despite emigration for jobs. Anzac Day 1922 drew about 400 diggers to Parliament House, with Armistice Day and Poppy Day successes and a £107 Dress Fund gain. The group supports ex soldiers, Cemetery work, and notes unemployment challenges ahead of 1923 plans.
The coastal steamer Allyn River was trapped in a strong no northerly gale en route from Newcastle to Sydney’s northern port. Mountainous seas swept the deck and water flooded the hold as the crew struggled to pump out the vessel. A huge wave broke in the cabin and the ship sought refuge at Broken Bay before entering the heads this morning.
Congress approves a beer bill setting maximum alcohol at 3.2 percent by weight and permits wine at the same level. President Roosevelt signs related economy measures while Farm Teller Hill approved by the Agriculture Committee. The House sent a bill to regulate banks and loans from the Federal Reserve Bank.
Berlin report notes Potsdam ready for a manifestation linked to Goebbels urging mass display to prove Germany reborn. Hindenburg proclaims wartime sacrifices were not in vain as Reich rises with monuments to fallen patriots. Reichshfest sites renamed to honor leaders. Dachau headcount shows 6000 political prisoners after roundups.
The government has drafted a bill empowering it to enact laws independent of the Reichstag until April 1587. It requires a two thirds majority to pass.
President Hindenburg and Herr Hitler head a triumphal procession through defaced garlanded streets of Potsdam to inaugurate the Reichstag. Slogans proclaim no honor without battle as Hitler’s broadcasts and speeches urge national unity and government support amid references to Frederick the Great.
Fremantle reports Melbourne businessman Mr Ald Whitelaw says Australia should seize the British market and open a chain of stores in London and other centres to distribute Australian goods.
Writs were filed today by KR J Meagher Sproule and Co at the State Government seeking £17 248 in costs for terminating the deputy Industrial Commissioner and Conciliation Committee chair. Claims list E C McGrath M A for £3 088 Albert Sherwin £2 008 Jack Hooke £3 005 Preaderick Landon £2 006 Aubery Hird £2 407 and William Joseph Morgan £3 013.
The Labour Daily Sydney notes Mr Lang and Trades Hall traders aim to acquire Miner’s Federation interests worth about £40,000. The move follows Mineral Federation’s withdrawal from The Labour Daily unless the Heoclallnation platform is adopted. The Australian Railways Union has ceased printing The Railroad monthly publication from The Labour Daily.
Constable Beach confronted two men at a Randwick house break in this morning. One assailant drew a revolver and fired from about five yards, striking Reneh’s cape and creating four holes. Officials say the suspects fled toward the church graveyard, escaping capture.
Britain suspends interest due from Australia under the War Debt Funding Agreement for March 31, saving £1,960,000 sterling £2,450,000 Australian. Prime Minister Lyons said sinking fund payments were also suspended for 1941-42, saving £1,629,000 sterling annually. UK action aims to shield Australia from immediate payments amid broader debt settlement talks.
The Sydney temperature today marked the coldest March reading in 67 years with a 10 to 10.8 degree drop by pm. The state saw cooling, Klandia noted a 1 degree dip, and Acting Meteorologist Mr. Camm warned the chill would soon yield to warmer weather with a hoped for rain to follow.
A Canberra area frost greeted residents after light Monday night showers. The temperature dropped to a minimum reading of 3 degrees, with a white frost coating the ground. Early risers faced more cold mornings ahead.
The Commonwealth Bank Board reports eight million pounds in gold shipped overseas this year. Total value to date is 9,194,412 pounds since June 1912, with January 3,465,471 pounds. February 4,705,041 pounds. up to this month 1,106,100 pounds. Mr Lyons notes most shipments align with the 1943 amendment and cites pre and post June figures.
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