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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 12, 1931

Page

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Spanish Riots Erupt Over Monarchist Propaganda Offices

Crowds attacked the Monarchist press offices with petrol and arson, defended by hydrants and guards. Civil Guard fired on rioters wounding a man reported fatal, police arrested many, crowds freed detainees, and riots threatened to spread as protests against Monarchist influence continue amid political tension.

Hydranta Republic Feoiker Mamarchinte Te Damonatratora Offee Ie Aec Prahension

Bonaft Of Exchange For Residents Here 2

A garbled report discusses a proposed exchange with residents, mentioning Gilbert and a ministerial context. It notes a plan to pay in a new currency and references arrangements between imperial and Australian governments. Details are unclear and dates are tentative.

Auatentin

Bond Required For Australian Visit By Russian Footballers

A report notes Australia may require a bond or guarantee for Russian football players seeking entry. The move ties to negotiations and immigration law in New South Wales. Authorities would assess special permissions and potential landing conditions before entry.

Tim Ty Win New South Wales Awe Walec Australia

Divorce Plea Faces French Court Refusing Insanity Defense

In a Paris tribunal the court rejected a plea of insanity in a divorce case. The proceedings questioned mental state and the admissibility of insanity as a defense, with arguments and counterclaims from both sides.

Complete Canberra policy speech outlines city completion aims

Mr Gell spoke at Amalie School Hall presenting a Complete Canberra policy. He urged reforms to lower living costs while stressing Canberra's troubles stem from completing the city and relocating departments. The Public Service Welfare adviser and council chair urged government caution and continued advisory support.

Wit. F. K. Gell Canberra Amalie School

Australia backs Canberra plan in postwar housing drive

The speaker pledges commitment to Canberra's completion, urging ongoing works and housing for the new capital. He notes the Three Year Plan faced delays and asks what is needed to make Canberra a central administrative hub for a growing Australia with 6,010,000 people.

Canberra Australia

Special Loan For Canberra

A historical note discusses proposing a special loan to fund completing Canberra to boost revenue. It argues such a loan could fund government offices, transport from Melbourne, and rents, creating a snowball effect of revenue through rents and hotels. The piece mentions a campaign to undermine Canberra and broader attacks across the Commonwealth.

Canberra Bourne

Canberra election remarks spark calls for public accountability

In a contentious address the speaker urges every House member to confront Canberra facts during election campaigns. He criticizes supportive Canberra Times coverage, defends federal capital completion, and proposes public servants influence voters with the truth about Canberra’s development and its political timing.

Canberra Cantera Cantona

Revaluation Of Canberra Lands Review of council motions

The article discusses the revaluation of lands in Canberra, reporting on motions to form a committee of elects and to prepare a report for the council. It notes appointment considerations for Mr Lamibert and debates over adopting or denying ground value increases and compensation. The piece indicates further details will appear on the next page.

Casnet Branti Thr Ache Abesteit Lamibert Mr. Sil Board of Justin Wike de Kancenatul Phn

Tasmania Election Results Stir Federal Opposition

Tasmanian results sparked extreme relief among Federal Opposition members who lingered in Canberra yesterday. They claimed the final outcome exceeded expectations and could boost support for the Nationalist party while signaling wider electoral impact beyond Tasmania. The Tasmanian vote, seen as a test of Melbourne accord terms, may influence upcoming state and federal contests as May approaches.

Tasmanian Canver Althoush Mure Uridin Bewamy Ubi Theodore Groddd Aducinry Bullo United Austlasia Queensland

Tasmanian Election Opinion Sparks Premier and Leader Debate

Monday commentary from TASMANIAN OPINION editors notes Premier McPhye saying the result shows public support for Australia’s merioun position and greater confidence. It records Opposition Leader Guimey accepting the conduct of the electors and enforcement of the Nivmeyer policy amid the contest.

King cheers on first drive since Hilneas visit

King cheered on his first drive since a royal visit in London. He traveled from Hackinghem Palace to see his aunt, Princess Louise of Harbors Arnyll, at Kensington Palace. The crowd cheered His Majesty who removed his hat, and Princess Louise and Princess Beatrice later greeted the Majesties at Buckingham Palace.

Lonon Hin Hackinghem Palace Aines Princesa Louise Ane Harbors

Australian navy reductions hit Royal Navy disarmament talks

The Oval correspondent of the Morning Post notes Australian concerns over disarmament plans at conferences. He argues many Australian units deserve attention as they face out of commission, while New Zealand trains reserves and continues to contribute to overall defense efforts.

London Oval Morning Post

Diseased Meat Revelations At Inquiry

An inquiry into meat industry practices reveals shocking remarks by witnesses. One witness alleges white employers at a South Meat Company concealed evidence of tuberculosis in meat amid unsafe handling claims. Another report cites fragmented statements about carcass contamination and improper processing conditions.

Wollongong Mupany Amuel Levy Royal Commission Toway South Meat Company

Italian Wheat Decline in Acreage Reported

The Agriculture department released figures showing total wheat acreage for the current season at 12,294,090 acres, indicating a decrease of 909,000 acres from the prior period. The decline reflects reduced plantings across several regions.

Omia

Plea for Unity in Parliament System Reform

Melbourne Monday reports Mr Scullin urging unity and cooperation among political forces at a Town Hall luncheon to the Governor Lord Somers. He called to discard parliamentary restrictions, form committees to study subjects, and report to Parliament to clear the atmosphere and seek immediate reform.

Melbourne Scullin Ars Lord Somers Beullin Lord Alayer Hua Lovtay Avatralix Roullin Lyons Bath Meullin

Unity Movement Conference in Sydney Heads Delegates Attend

A Unity Movement conference in Sydney drew deputies and leaders from several parties in opposition to the Federal Government. Attendees included Latham deputy leader of the United Australian Party, A Gib non president of the Fury, Bayin leader of the State Opposition, and Futtenshaw leader of the State I Country Party. The conference will continue tomorrow.

Atdney Aytney Delogates Mesura Latham United Australian Party A. Gibnon A.fury Bi Bayin Htate Futtenshaw Htate I Country Party

Bevin Letter Doubts Government Appointment Plan

The document cites Bevin disputing a February reference and arguing that a Premier should appoint representing all governments. Moullin and Theodore opposed advancing the emergency that once faced a financial problem and affected the national stance.

Bydney Bevin Weld Commonwealth diMeultier Founell Ell Dovernmenta Menem Mouilin Theodore Emmy Ali Atin Certsin Mosern Moullin

Volunteers Engaged On the Waterfront by Ship Owners

In Melbourne and Newcastle reports volunteers were recruited to work on the waterfront after a High Court decision. Up to 598 volunteers offered themselves for hire, with police on duty at Port Melbourne to deter disturbances. The Attorney General stated the law was ineffective and the government would push the new act.

High Court Melbourne Port Melbourne Erennan Union

Smiths second mail arrives at Darwin in air route

Kingsford Smith reaches Darwin aboard the Southern Crom with the second air mail from Koepeng. The flight proceeded without incident and a mail wave is planned to depart at dawn tomorrow for Mirtebabite via Cloncurry.

Darwin Kingsford Smith Pam Koepeng

Arctic Rescue Coat Sale Sways Amid Unclear Currency

Fragmented OCR text from a London report references Arctic Rescue Coat priced around £ 20,008 and discusses political movement lines, insurance pouch, and fundraising rhetoric. The passage is garbled with misread words and lacks clear event details but suggests financial and political context surrounding a charity coat sale and related party contacts.

No Solution Without An Election British Press View

A partial English commentary discusses London's Morning Post view on the parliamentary situation, contrasting Britain's political landscape with presumed figures and events. The text references Tendinat Artinie and mentions figures such as Anne, outlining a critical stance on the electoral process and governance.

London Fieftain Anne Stronc Mimlon

Burma Rebels Raise Serious Turmoil in Calcutta Report

Report from Calcutta describes a grave Burma rebellion causing official unrest. Details claim government forces clashed with rebels near Thayetmyo with casualties, ambushes, and troop movements prompting fears of wider regional instability as crops and communications are affected.

Calcutta Burma Wren

Pranaport Bill Sparks Sydney Bus Employees Debate

A chaotic preface to the Pranaport Bill shows Sydney bus employees, led by the Proprietorn Association, protesting maintenance costs and driver shortages. Figures cited include 1,000,000 and 104,000,000 yearly sums. arguments push for parliamentary action and transit labor appointments.

Sydney Inn Alia I Tala Lothm ‘Tranepart

Liners Aground In Dense Fog Off Hong Kong

In dense fog off Hong Kong the 15,000 ton Australian steamer President Cleveland ran aground near the harbor after a collision with the American, but refloated in the morning. She was believed undamaged and resumed moving toward the harbour.

Hong Kong Ateam Cleveland Alve

Explosion damages milk cart in West Monnant Hill area

A blast near Aiken's Lane West Monnant Hill destroyed a milk cart property of Mr Handley. Two men were detained by police as investigators pursue a similar earlier incident. Detectives probe the outrage with reports of alarm across the neighborhood and nearby Beecroft and Hatintny areas.

Rydney Warry Thres Milan Aiken's Lane Monnant Hilla Alam Mite Luart Mr. Handley Aiken Lana Wil

Davis Cup Elimination Matches Set in Early Round

Reported shuffle of Davis Cup ties shows Britain advancing from a Asia cup group after four wins and facing the winner of Ireland versus South Africa. Finland defeated by four matches and eliminated. Japan to meet Blavia, with details unclear due to text garbled.

Britain Ireland Finland Japan

Canada’s Team Against USA Headlines Unclear Draft

Fragmentary note from Toronto mentions Davin Cus, Marcelle, Manu fort Munon, and a Canada versus USA context without clear actions or dates. Content is garbled with repeated phrases and lacks verifiable details for a full summary.

Toronto Twtew Marcelle Manufort Munon

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