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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 11, 1933

Page

1

Treasury bills discount rate cut announced in Melbourne

Massy Greene of the Australian Council announced a further discount rate reduction on Treasury bills effective June 1. The move, aligned with government policy, is expected to affect about £67,000 previously held by banks and about £120,000 in total.

Pelbourne Massy Greene Act Australian Council Treasury Communication Ag Bank Muny Greene Geamenseaith Bank

Debt settlement teased by British premier in Commons

In a Commons session on the United States debt dispute Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald said a settlement was possible but would take a little time. He stressed concurrent talks with the United States and a permanent solution, calling June 15 an awkward hurdle amid a broad survey of options.

London United States Dtr Roosevelt Mmf Rameau MacDonald MacDonald Wey

Disarmament Talks Impacted by German Outreach

Britain and the United States weigh responses to Germany amid rearmament plans. Dr. Rosenberg meets with London officials, signaling possible talks with the United States envoy. A Geneva policy obstacle looms as the United States questions German aims and the broader effect on European peace.

A. Ona Nlay London Rosenberg Hitler United Norman Davis America Germany Gerimann Yearmany Geneva Dr. Rosenberg Dabh Himon Lord Hailsham

Weather disruption damages roads and power lines during heavy rain

Severe storms caused heavy rainfall and structural damage across Chrintchurond and Goloity, hampering traffic and delaying transport. Officials report temporary service interruptions as repairs proceed and assess the impact on nearby communities.

Air Mail Subsidy Debate in Australia Stirs Officials

Melbourne reports arise from a British style airways debate. Major Fy mn of the Air Convention argues against Australian taxpayers funding subsidies. He cites imperial conditions, Defence Department practices, and calls for independent commissions and investigations into air communications funding.

Melbourne Englandi Mail Fy Mn Air Convention Timperial “Airways Mall Subuldien Ragaudinna Corte Fee Plang Australia Intecs Canberra Fconomig

Canada Se Det Operations Notice in Canada

Fragmented OCR text references operations and a notice related to purchasing funds and refunding portions. It mentions Mr Bei Maan and a purgess of da, with unclear figures and a potential raception. The readable items are few and the meaning is uncertain.

Bei Maan

Tariff Board Report on Primage and Exchange

Berlin report shows parliamentary questions on primage and exchange powers during the House session. Mindy Berlin notes the government’s stance on penal reforms and pending details from the late regime, with reference to Mr White and Mr Paterson. The discussion touches on countering armed groups and restoring judicial norms as the Reichstag prepares further action.

House of Representatives Berlin Mindy Goering Decres Country Party Paterson Mr. White White Farliamont ix

Speed Too Slow English Criticism in London Editorials

A London piece in the Yorkshire Post questions whether British rail air speeds of 100 to 120 mph suffice for modern needs. It contrasts American speeds of about 176 mph and argues Britain must address the issue before it is too late, noting potential separate treatment for passenger traffic if current speeds persist.

London Old Londonderry Yorkshire Post America Britain Algo

Funds Seized by Hitler Regime Reported in Berlin

German authorities seized funds and property described as belonging to liberal and republican groups amid a Berlin government clampdown. The report cites official actions on an unspecified Wednesday, detailing confiscations related to political opponents.

Berlin

Tariff Trade Britain Sees Way Clear For Fish Industry

The Commonwealth Government considers developing Australian fishing industries with expert advice to shape future policy. Prime Minister and ministers discuss seeking information from the Mone of Commonwealth and the United States on immediate and true prospects.

Commonwealth Lona Riley House of Representatives Tondon Lupee Fexinaay Mactenai United States

Japanese Goods Threaten Australian Industry

Japanese imports flood Australian markets, threatening domestic manufacturers as the market faces increasing competition and potential harm to local industry and employment. Officials consider protective measures while firms urge balanced trade policies to protect jobs.

Serious tariff dispute over Australian industry stability

In Parliament Mr. Scullin led a debate on tariff policy amid fears cheap foreign goods threaten Australian manufactur ing. The discussion covered 50 to 70 percent duties, anticipated shifts to 48 and 40 percent, and findings from the Tariff Board about aluminium and enamelware. Critics urged delay for a Tariff Board report, noting Japan’s low production costs and rising Japanese imports into Australia as evidence of market pressure.

Howe Sunatum Suatomin Pity Puitiah Foeeka Ables Trade and Customs Mr. White Movida Guy Ite Naelt Ari Board Tariff Board Aluminium Cmassel Parliamen Boullin Japan Scullin Mee GG Blaxwell U.A.P Tari” Board Uniean Agaloat Commonwealth Mauathlan Australia

Testy Debate Sparks Cricketers Mockery in Sydney

A cabled report quotes English critic Moult claiming Larwood never bowled above the batsman’s head amid ridicule from Australian cricketers who say Moult misread the scene. Australian Labour figures in Sydney spread divergent views on referendum support as J Bartlett reveals new Yes intentions.

Bydney Thomas Moult Larwood Moult B. A. Dwyer Felea Impreanion England Dwyer Bateman Frank W. Bploar Féderal Labour Party Legislative Council Coates Labour J. Bartlett Mudgee W. WF. Dito Bartlett Mr. Drummond

Doctor Battleston questions Australian cricket bias

Dr. R H Battleston argues that Australian critics overreact to alleged on field incidents. He claims Bradman’s fans show excessive emotion and defends D R Jardine as reasonable amid tensions. The piece notes debate over intent to injure batsmen and calls for calmer reporting.

Transfers Depend on Finance in Commonwealth Debate

In the House yesterday Mr Bracey (UAP) pressed the government on further transfers of departments from Welbourne to Canberra. Prime Minister Lyane said no indication could be given and any decision would be announced later.

Commonwealth Welbourne Canberra Lyona Blacey U.A.P House of Representatives Bracey Mr. Lyane

Both sides in wrong London cricket controversy

An editorial argues both sides in the Manchester Guardian piece have misstepped. It urges calm, proposes an agreement on the game, and says the dispute centers not tariffs or power but the sport itself.

London Manchester Guardian Oxya Unemecives

America to Enter European Pact

In the House of Commons Ramsay MacDonald says the United States government is prepared to play a larger role in Europe. A consultative pact would increase security and help remove fear from pacific nations, amid discussions on disarmament and war debts.

London House of Commons Roosayat Ramsay MacDonald United States Europe Lansoury Jaise Donald Hollet Italy

After Your Skulls Brings Tour Crowd to View

Sydney reports a furore over Larwood's body line bowling comments. An English player allegedly told Bradmery that the team was after your skulls during the tour, drawing strong interest and varied reactions at the viewing.

Sydney Larwood Bradgmerty

Crew in Court Disobedience Aboard Steamer

Forty seamen from a steamer appeared in court over alleged mutiny and disobedience at sea. Evidence showed conflict between crew and officers, a reported assault, and an overboard dumping incident. Police investigated when the ship reached port, but no action followed, and tensions persisted aboard the vessel.

Maman von Coreg Sen Sean Muw Miy

Gandhi Attacked by Nausea in Calcutta News

Gandhi suffers a mild nausea attack in Calcutta during ongoing fasting. The dispatch from Bombay rushes to the shooter's aid as Gandhi’s condition is improved though still weak. Indian leaders support civil disobedience and urge government to respond with withdrawal of the movement.

Calcutta Gandhi Bombay Hopane

Volunteer Crew Sydney Wetnosder Mawngemul Arrival

The Mawngemul cargo arrived from Way Sinland and was met by a crew of attendants. Eight lunar or among the numerous university yet their sailors suffered seasickness during the voyage. Passengers appreciated their care aboard the vessel.

Sydney Wetnosder Sinland Sinkhess Hawevar Moerting Om Renal ‘Hon

Victorian Deficit Reported in Early Fiscal Returns

A deficit of £4,747,384 appeared in the provincial returns for the first ten months of the financial year. The "May code" and other exposed revenue items suggest a shortfall, with an estimated further exposure of £900,000 likely to be accounted for by primary revenue measures.

Melbourne Jay Promigey

The Reamen Story Revealed in Fragmented Text

A damaged OCR fragment references a person or group named Reamen and Unica with garbled phrases about wearing and a term Volunteer. The readable bits suggest a news item or note but lack clear names, dates, places, or outcomes.

Big Surplus At End Of Ten Months

The Treasury reports for ten months of the current financial year ended April show a surplus of £3,767,000. Revenue totalled £55,620,000 with expenditure at £6,686,000. Measures enacted in December provided £4,600,000 relief, leaving £2,260,000 allocated for wheatgrower and primary producer relief, £684,000 of which remains unspent. April revenue rose as expected from March.

Treasury

Police letter theft and budget notes in Sydney

Sydney reports on a peace letter stolen from a Premier Mr Stevens file. The Crown Solicitor handles the matter after cross references with customs and post office figures. Budget figures show ten months expenditures near forecast with revenue gains and planned supplementary provisions amid ongoing financial year adjustments.

Sydney Stevens

Davis Cup Australia Draws New Opponents After Matches

In Bristol and Copenhagen Davis Cup play, Australia advances to face Italy and then Denmark. Italy beats Belgium 4 1 and Denmark triumphs 6 1 6 4 over Ireland. Australia’s next round opponent will be Malaysia, with further ties to Japan.

Tneday Brustol la Crote Ireland Voland Japan

Fragmentary Iranian News Snippet Distorts Names Incoherently

A damaged OCR fragment from a London area report references Jews and medical figures in an unclear event. The garbled text mentions pseudonymous titles and suspects, with no coherent names, dates, places, or actions that can be reliably identified.

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