This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 27 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 12, 1933
Page
1
Report states D R glith, cricket captain, will suspend writing a tour book until an official inquiry concludes. Thomas Moult in The Pally Telegraph cites uncertainty about the tour, with Jartling expected to explain further after Monday’s formal inquiry and potential pronouncement.
A fragmented OCR item mentions a London book tour and assorted garbled phrases. It references notes about forbearance and intervals, with scattered mentions of cricket and toxin, but contains no coherent events, dates, or clear entities to anchor a factual summary.
A fragmented report notes a meeting in Melbourne on Monday led by Mr J A to consider the conference of Prime Ministers. The year’s agenda includes potential additional arrangements and decisions by the ministers, with unclear details about outcomes.
Fragmentary text suggests fears of a Mauumonany plot across provinces, mentioning Miles and Fires and an administration order. Names like Pall, Justine, Castellon, Gaal appear in unclear context with references to furniture and visions amid speculative events.
Sussex Street traders compete with the Board for tinningmen as the Producers Co-operative Distributing Society circulates poultry farmers. The slackening of the Board of Control allows P.D.8 to accept consignments while other wholesale distributors adopt a similar stance. The lax Board appeals to poultry farmers to sidestep disruption to avert a disaster.
Mr Lang accused Mr Stevens of stealing government documents from the Treasury during the Labour Government's term while speaking at Paddington. He claimed officers found papers scattered in a room after the government’s dismissal, and dismissed a circulated letter as a fake.
In Wellington City Court 12 crewmen of the steamer Mahia were charged with disobeying orders. They chose to return to the ship but faced a week in prison or forfeiture of two days pay for absence without leave. The boatwain was challenged by the crew who feared his role might have influenced a seaman’s prior attempt at suicide, though the man’s prior action was unrelated to the boat handling.
Prime Minister Lyons announced in the House that after the tariff controversy several legislative measures would be introduced before adjournment. Attorney General Latham signaled a Bankruptcy Act amendment and special aid to the debt adjustment act for farmers. Additional bills include taxation and excise tariffs, Commonwealth grants, Antarctic territory sovereignty, and an international navigation convention, with Mr Hughes to report on discussions when the House resumes.
The Full Arbitration Court varied the metal trade award to permit stranding or cancellation of indentures in certain circumstances. It refused to replace apprenticeships with a fixed rate of unindentured learners. The court noted risks of abolishing the system and allowed employer action for termination due to lack of order or financial means and hindering employment.
In Berlin thousands of books by famous writers were publicly burned for opposing Nazi policy. The event, staged with ceremony before the Opera House, featured a procession and a minister of propaganda. About twenty thousand books were consigned to a bonfire, including Henrique Remarque’s All Quiet on the Western Front. A vast crowd watched unemotionally, likely driven by curiosity. Similar burnings occurred in Frankfurt where books were also set aflame.
A disputed claim alleges that 135 newspapers were seized in a socialists vs Nazis feud. The article asserts property valued above 8,000,000 and describes the incident as highway robbery. Details on parties and location are partially readable.
London reports Hon Alexander Shaw Bank of England deputy chairman warned that subsidies for United States France Japan and others have launched an active economic war against British shipping. He noted diversions between dominions and criticized restrictive policies across empires while Britain pursues a cautious response.
Melbourne report shows the Presbyterian Assembly passing a resolution to curb dancing in church settings. Rev Buntine moved the motion urging strict church supervision and condemning dances linked to church property used for congregational events. The assembly also debated features of dancing as civilizational elements and urged public caution.
Reports from Dublin describe a political clash over the 1923 treaty repudiation. Debates concern a May 2 banquet in Empire Bay and potential appointment of a Royal Governor General. Trade tensions persist with tariffs and debt accusations shadowing Ireland’s economy.
The text outlines a trade agreement between the Commonwealth and Ceylon, proclaimed in the Commonwealth Trade as currently in effect. It promises ten percent preference on an intensive diet and cites potential major benefits for Australia, including a ten per cent per bushel preference for Australian wheat.
An important agreement in the wool trade was reached by Mr J H Toutin as head of the Overseas Transport Committee. Shipowners' representatives indicated rates for wool would fall from 46/6 to 37/8 per heavy bale, with ships able to carry heavier loads, and a maximum weight around 600 lb for the new rate of 81/6 plus the customary primage and rebates.
In Newcastle District Court the judge ordered McNeill to show cause why he should not be dealt with for contempt after a disrupted hearing. Solicitor CNA stated the judge’s directions when the proceedings resumed, and McNeill questioned the judge’s attitude as the matter continued. The judge adjourned proceedings to morning to hear further.
At Sydney on Thursday Yne Maungeoul sailed for Ban Fram oweco with additional stewards detailed and no trouble reported. The volunteer crew that brought her to Naw Healing were not aboard.
Women fighters in New Zealand protest hunger for rights as negotiations continue. Local leaders say the sit down aims to press for votes and equality while government officials seek a peaceful path to a broader reform.
In London the Foreign Secretary told Dr Rosenberg that Abe Naal’s persecution of the town had stirred strong feelings and a nationwide reaction. Rosenberg said Germany would brook interference but warned it would aggravate extremist sentiment. The talks hoped for good results though Geneva reported no change and the Maaromeni Conference deadlock remained.
Miss Fraser-Crough announces ambitious air itinerary to reach America by a three-stage flight. She reports negotiating for a small plane and intends solo Pacific crossing with three landings en route, then to Hollywood for air work before flying to Kingland to her parents. Flight experience includes two years of flying certificates.
A deputy director in the Postmaster General's Office criticized police calls for better telephone access to monitor betting activities. The department defended its stance, saying it aims to provide a view without bias while acknowledging enforcement challenges from the Lostimeter General's Department. The dispute centers on the balance between open lines for oversight and policy restrictions on sensitive betting inquiries.
Three armed men robbed the Chin tne store of Tig Ley and Co in Bote any Roag Alexandria. They forced the manager to open the safe, took 604 pounds in notes, and escaped. A cook named Al Min aided police by recounting the events.
Paraguay today formally declared war on Bolivia after hitherto un declared hostilities across the Gran Chaco border. The measure, approved by Congress and signed by President Eusebio Ayala, sparked mass demonstrations and celebrations unseen since earlier clashes began last June.
An amending ordinance extends present Canberra Advisory Council terms to November 11, 1953, allowing the government to study future governance. It enables forming a larger electing body and granting greater powers, with the main ordinance set to expire May 1. Proposals aim to clarify the federal government structure and council authority.
In London in the House of Commons Prime Minister Mr. Mumiay Bruce Donald said the British Government intends to seek a general reduction of tariffs worldwide at the World Trade Conference. He asserted the goal is broader economic cooperation and lower barriers for international trade across nations.
Fragmentary copy notes the Head of the River Melbourne event on a Thursday with mentions of crews and rowing. It also references a German stake or hats incident and a financial figure of 180,000 from a location likely Wet Pear, but readability is poor and key details are uncertain.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.