Controversy Deepens Over Bodyline Tour and MCC Inquiry
The Larwood interview saga spurs calls for a full MCC inquiry into bowling methods. English press debate whether the tour should be cancelled as divisions widen among players and fans.
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 09, 1933
Page
1
Test Series Postponed May Be Possible Indefinitely
The Daily Herald reports high authorities expect the test series may be postponed indefinitely due to the body line controversy. Eric Martin notes authorities warn of a halt to further fixtures as inquiries proceed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Eric Martin
Daily Herald
M C C Tour To Bring In Thirty Thousand Pounds
The Empress says that Jardine Sutcliffe Wyatt and Hammond have been called to attend the M C C inquiry into body line bowling. The M C C share of the tour is estimated at thirty thousand pounds at current exchange rates.
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Alty
Nene
Imallag
Condvick
Viva Avatralanin
Thomas Moult
Cartain
Cyicketeen
Mitkas
Matory
Aled Ives
Han
Jardine
Satipon
Sommelier
Pinger
Hiv
London
Ly Empress
Sutcliffe
Wyatt
Hammond
M.C.C
Not Afraid Batsmen Defend Body Line In Melbourne
Report from Melbourne recalls quotes about the Body Line series with players warned of potential risk and hostility while touring. The article notes players faced threats and fear during matches and that authorities promised investigations into the conduct and safety of visiting cricketers.
May 9 marked sixth anniversary of Canberra Parliament opening
The text notes the sixth anniversary of the Commonwealth Parliament opening in Canberra by the Duke of York. It states no ceremony will be held beyond a brief aging reflection and mentions various incongruent fragments about cricket and officials, lacking clear events or dates beyond May 9.
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Canberra
Duke of York
Larwood Frawrding Interview Withdrawal Acknowledged
London report cites Shelton president of the Nolla Cricket Chile denying publication of a Larwood interview. The article notes publication consent was withdrawn after internal discussions to avoid trouble, with editor involved and statements attributed to Manresa and The Sunday Express plan.
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London
AGW
Shelton
Nolla Cricket
Chile
Larwood
Hun
Manresa
Perm
M/C.C
Manarit
C.C
Talegrame
Yaymunt
Lurwood
Bhelton
Larwood and the Runny Express interview dispute
A fragmentary press note recounts Larwood seeking profits from a public interview with Autry and Nee Rave. It claims Larwood was removed from an edge of Allens 10 1H6 and discusses publication rights and preferred outlets for the interview.
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London
Larwood
Allens
Bodyline talk amid cricket stars fears resurgence
In a chaotic interview, Artlie Mailey cites Larwood s bowling as dangerous while defending Bradman and Woodfull from fear claims. Gadman’s run of form is noted as checked by Larwood’s attack, with comments aimed at tempering public panic about a possible return of the Bodyline era.
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Sydnes
Artlie Mailey
Larwood
Gadman
Lairwood
Tod Bradman
Malley
Alan Kirpax
Celckster
Bradman
FL. A
Fridman
Owen
Iarwood
Ogewood Balar Yhan Woodil
Larwood and Jardine under fire over bodyline tactics
Mary C. Toye and others criticize Larwood and Jardine for the bodyline strategy used against the natvmen, alleging deliberate intimidation and injury. The interview portrays widespread disapproval from cricketers, officials, and spectators who say the approach tarnished the game’s tradition and reputations.
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Mary C. Toye
N.blw. Tats
Tarday
Lanrwood
Natvmen
Fares Nin
Phancen
Ton Wepdown
Tanewood
Monia
Levent
Woodfull
Bradman
Larwood
Jardine
Merger Idea Faces Cold Reception in Queanbeyan Canberra
The Rate payers Association proposal for a referendum on merging Queanbeyan with the Federal Capital Territory drew strong opposition. Authorities in Canberra show no support and see the plan as a potentially impractical joke. The proposal is largely dismissed, with similar efforts previously fading after negative public reaction.
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Queanbeyan
Federal Capital Territory
Canberra
Queuntwyan
Hayan
Mayor's Attitude Council Ready To Hear Deputation
Queanbeyan mayor denies any official deputation from the ratepayers met the Interior Minister to discuss a proposed landowner referendum. Alderman Taylor and council members say exp esterities must be fully investigated before any scheme proceeds, with a referendum limited to ratepayers. The mayor emphasizes the issue concerns landowners, not town residents, and dismisses rumors as ridiculous.
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Commonwealth
Imine
Queasbeyin
Taylor
Ald
Queanbeyan
Interior
Merking
Herking
Queu- Meyer
Devotion to Duty fornes Monday Robert Main and crew amid power plant disaster
A port city power plant disaster left the Aquamon boiler and Kan engine severely damaged as a boiler room explosion plunged the town into darkness. Engineer Robert Main and crew steadied the levers amid smoke and flame, sustaining injuries while keeping the plant from complete ruin until help arrived.
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Fornes
Robert Main
Amaye m
Oie van
Hugo Dhieves
Soviet Offer To Sell Railway Rouses Far East Tensions
Soviet Russia reportedly offered to sell its interest in the Manchukuo railway to Japan for 340,100,000 old rubles, prompting alarm in Nanking. China protested any agreement between the Soviet Union and Japan over the railway, while three nation talks sought to resolve outstanding dimenities. The dispute centers on control of the Chinese Eastern Railway amid interwar power moves in Manchuria and the region.
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Manchin Authoritien
Noviet
Haran
Nave
Japan
Nanking
Ministry of Foreign Art
Tis
Toreigh
Davis Cup European Matches Feature Tight Tennis Tie
Davis Cup action in London and Copenhagen sees Denmark's Jacobsen defeat McVenn while Ireland's Hoxern over Ulrich and Holland beat Poland in early rounds. Varied scores shown, with Belgium and Austria also represented amid a Hague venue report.
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London
Jacobsen
Denimwark
McVenn
Weland
Hoxern
Ireland
Ulrich
Denmark
Copenwanen
Hague
Thayer
Holland
Tocarnisky
Poland
Mutat
Matejaha
Austria
Belgium
Srumels
la Croix
U.S. Beats Mexico in Davis Cup Tennis
United States team defeats Mexico in Davis Cup action in Mexico City. Players Allison Mestre Munter secure wins as push toward team victory continues.
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Mexico City
United States
Vean Nweep
Allison Aefrated Mestre
Munter
Totiu
Australian hopes of success in Cavin Cup doubles
Daily Telegraph reports Mr. Wallace Myer comments that Australians, led by Adelaide player in the Cavin Cup doubles, may be chosen before the tour. He notes many European doubles likely fail against Australian pairs, signaling strong prospects for Australia in the event.
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Rydney
Wallace Myer
Daily Telegraph
Bournemouth
Adelaide
German Cruiser Welcome in Sydney
A luncheon addressed by the German Consul General cited the Koln visit and noted tensions with Australia over German heritage. The Koln commander spoke of 14 100 Germans in the area and urged loyalty to both homeland and adopted country amid strained wartime relations.
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Synnay
Germany
Anima
Cruther
Koln
Bers
London
Atte Valle
Iuny
Airainnd
Hitler's Army Boasts Massive Guard Parade
A German rally in Berlin featured about 40 000 Nazis while Hitler praised the 600 000 member iron guards as disciplined protectors of the state. He warned that social democrats were to blame for unemployment and urged the crowd to press the revolution to its end.
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Berlin
Binderg
Hann Hitler
Puimherea
Tran Kuards
Hnle
Social Democrati Xarn
Placen Hnl
May Day speech in Hyde Park attacks police chief and capitalism
Labour Day rally in Hyde Park drew a large crowd as Mr. Lansbury denounced fascism and imperialism. The procession included Oxford undergraduates with a banner "We won't fight" and police formations. A resolution condemned capitalist attacks on workers and militarism, urging solidarity.
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London
Hyde Park
Amplifer
Hiller
Oxford
Marble Arch
Seven Router
Lansbury
Fascista
Hittertien
Boviet Valenta
Station Theft Labourer Faces Shooting Charge
Alfred Arthur Stockbridge twenty, a labourer, was charged at Burwoog Police Court yesterday with shooting Detective Clifton and Constable Bowling and with breaking and entering the booking office at Burais railway station with intent to steal. Detective Clifton sustained a mouth wound needing four stitches. the second man alleged at the station was shot in the thigh and in hospital. Stockbridge was remanded to May 28.
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Rydney
Burwoog
Alfred Arthur Stockbridge
Clifton
Burais
Oticera
Burwood Paths Court Deals With Cancerous Bullock
Sydney Monday داد Burwong Paths Court today sent a cancerous bullock from Crookwell to Flemington yards. Detective Willie cited the animal’s condition and smuggling risk. The bullock fetched £9 10s with a £10 fine imposed for the offence. The magistrate condemned the act as very serious.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Wiemington Yards
Willie
Crookwell
Flemington Sala Yards
No Anxiety For Funds To Meet 85 Million UK Obligations
Melbourne reports quote Federal Ministers asserting Australia can cover this year's interest commitments of 85 000 000. Senator Massy Giretine, Assistant Treasurer, notes even without new measures the Commonwealth faces continued payments. Experts estimate potential 45 099 000 assets and 11 008 008 further expenditures amid overseas capital movements and investment plans.
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Mlbourne
Mander
Melbourne
Commonwealth
Massy Giretine
Wuld Thei
Coneidersian
Etd
Leperta
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