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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 05, 1932

Page

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LANS TO SEIZE RAIL REVENUE AMENDING ENFORCEMENT ACT

The Commonwealth seeks to seize New South Wales rail revenue under a Financial Agreements bill to recover payments made on behalf of the state. Premier Lang faced default in internal interest Treasury Bills as Lyons outlined, with £440,000 recovered and further rail revenue at risk. Aimed to strengthen federal power, the bill proposes attaching rail income to cover running expenses and wages, while penalties for noncompliance include fines and potential imprisonment for ministers or officials.

Ailwey New South Wales Lim Commonwealth Eni House of Wales Mr. Lang Treasury Lyons Gemma Lyone Bouth Warren Indebtearvon Mia Wate Houth Allways Jh Commonwealth Mr. Lyons

Shanghai Faces Rising Chinese Forces Near City

A report notes growing Chinese troop concentrations within 100 miles of Shanghai totaling about 118,000. Authorities cite defense but amid discontent and Petco talks, clashes near outposts and protests by students signal possible flashpoints in the region.

Shanghai Alsee Qinian Quo ‘Tal Chal Hi

Lancaster Murder Trial Transcripts Turbulent Protests

Turmoil surrounds the Lancaster murder case as attorneys and witnesses dispute testimony. Cap tain Latrantar allegedly confessed during interrogation while handwriting experts weigh forged or genuine documents. The defendant Latrantar maintains innocence amid chaotic courtroom exchanges and witness contradictions.

Mr MacDonald Eyes Surgery Delays Return to Geneva

A report from June details Mr Ramey MacDonald awaiting eye surgery on the right eye with plans for a second operation on the other eye. The procedure aims to relieve pressure affecting optic nerves. No date given but middle of June was referenced for a planned approach. Mrs Baldwin to perform interim duties during MacDonald’s absence until he can resume discussions in Geneva.

Twerdey Ramey MacDonald Hramiera Arete Geneve M. Pardiou Mr. Mactyanal Mrr. Haldwin

Dollar Falls Sharp Break in Rates on Continent

New York reports a sharp fall in dollar exchange on European markets the greatest drop since the premaster decline. The move is linked to the Goldsborough Bill instructing the Federal Reserve to restore the dollar to near 1926 levels by controlling currency volume. Opponents expect House defeat and possible bill modification, with fears of inflation voiced broadly.

New York House of Representations Goldsborough Macerve Bank Prican Afta Lion

Geneva Ottawa conflict widens at imperial tariff talks

The Daily Herald reports in London that the Geneva Ottawa dispute grows clearer as Britain and Ottawa move toward a bilateral policy. Ottawa faces becoming a battlefield for diverse commercial interests across the empire, with discussions focused on tariffs and continental reconciliation. The piece notes broad imperial stakes and the need for guidance amid Atlantic tensions.

London The Daily Herald Ayn Geneva Ottawa Reneva

High Court Verdict on Debts and Curtain Money

The High Court today heard the matter from New South Wales regarding payments and reductions. Ernest William Yandall, accountant for the Commonwealth Treasury, reported a payment adjustment reducing the sum to £259.01 after prior reduction from £934,088, with further implications noted in the Commonwealth’s account.

Rydney High Cort Wales New Hoth Walopy Commonwealth New South Wales Ernest William Yandall Ermal Kiven

Compensation for Losses at Shanghai Details

Government plans compensation totaling 49,000,000 in verhief to be apportioned in January to Japanese residents in Shanghai. The note references losses and near-term actions by authorities.

Ottawa Advisers Named for British Party Mission

London reports Dominions Secretary Thomas said Britain will include seven seasoned advisers in the UK delegation to Ottawa alongside ministers. Nominees cover industrial and commercial issues, with Gilbert Byng, Lord Weir, Alan Anderson among selections, plus union and shipping voices. Agricultural adviser to be announced later.

London Dominions Thomas Sommons United Kingdom Ottawa Gilbert Byte Lord Weir Bir Alan Anderson Seprematas Wen Britian Chamber

Loyalist Unions Seek High Court Stay on Appeal

Loyalist transport unions act to appeal to the equity High Court seeking a stay on proceedings. The judge asked for formal orders to prevent delays while representatives of the unions and counsel argued that the matter concerns the wider union movement. Lawyers for the plaintiffs cited automatic footing concerns, and the judge adjourned to allow union representatives to confer. An appeal to the High Court will be mounted.

Rudkey Widuenany Equity Court Rial Transport Union Tratrain Depois Sle Justige Long Jones Det de Oras Baward Bashy Piainfifts Ulu Union

Fifty New Foreign Factories In Britain Reported

London reports the Board of Trade received notice that over 50 foreign undertakings have been set up in Great Britain in the last two months, with 45 already in operation. The Commonwealth denies a related £77,000 claim and argues the state must pay its debts, while a court ruling favored the Commonwealth in recovering the amount from the state.

London Board of Trade Great Britain

Executive Council Reorganizes Interior Department

New department appointments follow a departmental amalgamation, with the Home Affairs branch handling functions except Federal Capital Territory affairs and forestry. Mr. Quinten directs Home Affairs functions while forestry for FCT moves to the Works Department. Mr. A Percival leads Land and Forestry, Mr. C Daley oversees Federal Capital matters, and Mr H C Brown handles policy within Works. Mr P A Gaurgaud is assigned a new charge.

Fire Home Affaire Home Affairs Department Federal Capital Territory Affairs and Forestry Diriéhon Quinten Tanida Capit Piac Landand Burney Works Department A. Percival Landagi Forestry Yyernes C. Daley H.C. [Brown Witch P. A. Gaurgaud

Duntroon Spirit Cited After Transfer Disruption In Report

Brigadier Hert fin reports to the Military Board tabled in the House of Representatives that Duntroon and Victoria Barracks disruptions from transfers and city life have been countered. The college’s discipline health and work stay high, with success in work and games credited to the Duntroon Spirit. Staff cadets rise to ten, bringing strength near 182, with class numbers not falling below the 1986 forecast.

Royal Military College Duntroon Victoria Barracks Sydney Hert Fin Military Board House of Representatives Heritage Tie Adda Hey

Capone’s Transfer to Atlanta Federal Prison Ends Era

Al Capone, facing an eleven year sentence for income tax evasion, was moved from Chicago to the Atlanta Federal Penitentiary. The Supreme Court denied review, clearing the commitment papers. Capone was securely handcuffed and guarded as a police convoy carried him to the train amid a large crowd.

Chicago al Capone Ubicago Underworld Feders Anthoettion Federal Atnti Georgia Supremes Court Wanlington Jezel Atlanta Murat Possaite Minu

Self Government for Indian Province Early Hopes

A memoranda month for India argues for rapid progress toward self rule. The report by the trun ohiey committee is seen as laying groundwork for a new governance structure. Proposals aim at federal constitutional autonomy and a transition toward provincial self government with broad adult and female enfranchisement noted in the source text.

Galchtta Tuwaday India Trun Ohiey Rand Inala

Untitled Local Disturbance at Assembly Hall

A muddled entry reports a disorderly individual entering the Assembly and threatening attendants. Security moved to eject the intruder as officials prepared to address the disturbance and proceed with parliamentary steps.

Vancouver Shipping Circle Secures Wheat Shipment

In Vancouver a Musnian shipper arranged a wheat shipment for the next month. The circle secured the export, with plans spanning the near term and involving local maritime partners.

Vancouver

Oath Bill Amendment Struck Out in Dublin Committee

In the Dublin committee stage of the Revival of the Oak Bill Mr Me Cormitt’s amendment to codify an oath was ruled out for introducing extraneous matter. An Opposition amendment kept the constitutional math intact but dropped the requirement for Dail members to take the oath. De Valera called the amendment valuable as the bill moves to remove feed timber from the constitution and the government argued it would interfere with the bill’s validity.

Dublin Me. Cormiett Corton Tiythe Dail de Valera

Illegal Betting Police Methods of Suppression

Sydney hearing on adjournment reveals alleged police methods to suppress betting. Speaker Mc Dichen accuses officers of framing and coercion to secure convictions, naming a pimp Lynch tied to Bre Wood promotion schemes. The magistrate dismissed the earlier case as explained by reporters, with further inquiry promised.

Sydney McDichen Qolles Lynch Sam Reapganihin Conowrd McDiehon Tetarrad Nuwcastte Be- Imoken Wwe Jay Wald

Fatal fall from ladder head of river

Sydney High School fails in heats at the river meeting. The program lists finalists for the Eighte, fours and second fours with Shore Grammar Riverview and others advancing. Results show tense competition and a fatal fall noted during the day’s events.

Sydney High Bydret Westmentay G.P.B. Rowine Paramatta Sydney Zoho Jousp's King's Shore Gramemar

Lang speaks on cant and hypocrisy the empire's choice

Sydney, Wednesday Me. The Empire Day celebration at North Auburn saw Mr Lait condemn cant and hypocrisy, urging Ottawa to test the British proposal connected with a 510 million loan. He argued Britain must purchase wheat from foreign countries as Australians suffer while debt, war costs, and poverty press on.

Sydney Sture Ottawa Mr. Lait Auburn Uist

Policy to raise prices aims for balanced living costs

The Midland Munk report, represented by Chairman Heginald Mc Kenes, argues Britain should pursue a logical policy of deliberate credit control to steady commodity prices. It urges a moderate price path and controlled money expansion to avoid rising living costs and restore global prospects.

Mondon Midland Munk Heginald Mc Kenes Britain Adda

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