24 Mar 1930
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 24, 1930
Page
1
Fragmented remarks attributed to Mr Scullin praise Labour’s aims while critiquing past government faults. He stresses unemployment relief, higher wages, increased production, and constitutional reform to sustain governance and restore prosperity amid economic strain.
The Church of England issued a response to an MPs appeal received yesterday. Officials indicated a total of conditions and dates to be clarified, with a service planned at St John’s at 7 am.
Fragmentary note reports final actions at a place named Welteverden with figures Wiper Ram and Bima referenced. Unclear events and dates make exact meaning uncertain.
The Australian Treasurer announced Cabinet approval for a 48 hour work week for railway employees under the Federal award, affecting about 22 000 staff including locomotive and engine drivers. The move could spread to civil servants and other industries, with potential new legislation to generalize the 48 hour standard and adjust wages.
A disordered report describes a political contest with mentions of Canterbery and Canberra, noting the candidate’s bid for reelection. It references purity, class, and development themes while criticizing current leadership and asserting party support to advance visions for the capital territory.
Government foresees passage of Seat of Government Administration Bill within days and an ordinance for a new form of government. Election slated for April 26 with the council to start after the Commission abolition at end of April. Campaigns form as candidates announce.
The Senate weighs changes to tariff rates on wool, metal goods, and cotton as lawmakers consider the bill. Debate centers on protecting domestic industries while balancing potential impacts on prices and international trade. Voting on final passage was anticipated next week.
The article notes a brighter loan outlook in the United States with expectations that the Federal Reserve Bank will follow the prior rate move. It suggests markets facing easier conditions as banks and lenders adjust to evolving monetary policy and international pressures.
A Liberal MP in London questions the economic system and the policy of Mr Baldwin. He argues that the current approach offers security for working conditions in Britain while upholding imperial ideals. He also urges repudiation of certain wartime policies as unhelpful to the nation.
Five people including a father, two children, a smother and a boyfriend were injured when the steering gear failed and the car smashed into a telegraph pole on Windsor Road Sydney this morning. All received injuries from flying glass and shock. the youngest girl suffered a jugular vein injury, while her mother controlled bleeding by pressing a thumb to the wound.
A troubled account reports a fatal pillion crash near Sydney involving multiple riders and bystanders. Injuries and fatalities are noted among unnamed witnesses, with authorities beginning investigations into the collision and its causes.
Australian lenders faced a slower rebound in London markets as investor sentiment remained cautious. Analysts cited tighter funding conditions and subdued demand for offshore debt, with some lenders delaying new issues and banks signaling restraint.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a movement at a chapel outline on a mid day event. Mentions a person named Kingsut and a hurried departure from the Cort River with unclear context and no discernible outcome.
In a Canberra Golf Club event on Monday Dickenson's side defeated rival A team by 125 to Wembers Rames Wycalest and Mr Ww led the winning effort. An accident marred the day when a competitor toppled a stone during play injuring a wicket keeper.
A chaotic report details Lindrum’s dominant win as Simien Cwhth and Stith rallied late for the minority, while rivals like Mack and Dreake faced setbacks amid claims of tainted comments and heated exchanges. Sources cite Metuneehy and Puvie GM T22h among others challenging postgame narratives.
Sir Douglas Mawson leads the Discovery party arriving in Adelaide to be welcomed by Commonwealth figures including Senator Daly and Dr Henderson. The Antarctic Expedition Committee plans ceremonies and arrangements for the welcoming event and the Discovery's April 1 departure to Melbourne with possible public inspection.
Public notice says Chief Commissioner A. J. Christie will convene a meeting Tuesday evening in Honk to discuss forming a fund to aid residents. Local residents urged to attend and participate in planning efforts.
The tower outing of the Printing Office workers near the Coal river drew about fifty attendees on Saturday afternoon. Notables included Government Printer O G Johnsten, engineer B Gray, and binder OG Bowden. Activities featured bowling, fishing, wood chopping, and an al fresco luncheon with a piano recital and local contributions.
London dispatch notes rising pressure to decide on the future of a five power pact with any attainable agreement. The Times cites deadlock at the naval conference and a sense that further delay is untenable amid uncertain prospects.
Rites mark the burial of the Laird of the Vingham with private chapel rites at Whitingham and a Westminster Abbey service attended by relatives and clergy. Miss Balfour, escorted from an invalid chair, shed tears as snowdrops were laid on the coffin while the Dowager Lady Hayleigh showed visible distress and Lord Dawson offered support as the crowd observed the funeral procession past familiar local landmarks.
Sir Hubert Wiking discussed a planned Antarctic detailed survey study during a New York radio address. He described saving the expedition in the past and stressed evaluating whether humans could endure and operate there, noting the need to assess suitable equipment and costs for future work.
London reports a merger between the Hamburg Amerika Line and the North German Lloyd for fifty years. Each retains independence with shared operations on key routes. Both will place many personnel on major routes and divide profits to cut unprofitable services and fund new routes.
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