14 May 1934
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 14, 1934
Page
1
The Foreign Office bases a statement on Japan observing the British Government's textile quotas. The note implies a cautious, veiled warning in response to policy actions affecting trade and national interests.
Goulburn won the Carr Cup with a five point to nil victory over Canberra at Manuka Oval. Canberra’s A Makin was hurt early and the match continued with twelve men. Makin, Spencing, Beadman and Porter received treatment. Crowd near 2,000 with receipts close to £80. notable players included H Porter, McLaughlin, Feeney, Knight, and Boyle. The match featured tough forward play amid a wet surface and rough tackling, with Goulburn's late try disallowed and efforts by Gribble and Hawke highlighted.
Washington officials say Roosevelt rejects a broad conference on war debts while open to discussions on revising existing debt funding with individual nations. The stance leaves hope for a breakthrough from either abroad or Washington, but maintains a firm policy against a wide, unified debt settlement.
In London, Australia’s tour match against MCC saw MCC score 341 for seven with Hendren 135 and Wyatt 72. Wall led the Australian bowling with four for 64 as Grimmett and Fleetwood-Smith struggled. O'Reilly 1 for 24 and Chapman 0 not out stood out as Australia faced a tough pass at Lord's. The crowd of about 30,000 witnessed a keen, high-scoring day with several notable partnerships and decisive plays.
An imperfect day saw Crimmett and McCabe dominate as the Australian attack faltered. Wall’s batsmen struggled against disciplined lines, with Hendeen’s support and stout fielding failing to avert a punishing display. The match highlighted flaws in medium pace and lack of counter to sharp bowling as Darling battled but failed to secure a big score.
Tate in Reynolds News compares new rules with past tests and notes likeliest Loame level if only one test is played. He predicts the series outcome hinges on remaining match as players debate timing and structure. Witon Bde in Sunday Times criticizes Australian bowling showing weaknesses.
A Paris correspondent reports a French defense plan to issue gas masks for every London home as part of a broader defense drive. Hatmakers churn 149,000 masks while an Osn factory shifts to assembling masala. authorities pledge rapid use of gas-moot protectors and ensured safety measures for all, including dense urban areas.
In the Evening Standard, comments surface on Wall as a not great fast bowler and his performance. Predictions suggest the Australians can bowl well and will not let down MaCabe and Langth, with a hint of jealousy comparing him to stronger bowlers like Barnes.
International Wheat Advisory Committee faces a deadlock as exporters fail to unanimously approve a minimum price scheme. Argentines reject the plan, prompting a subcommittee including Australia to seek alternatives. London talks set for June 37 aim to report back to governments. unanimity among exporters remains elusive.
London reports the Gavin Cup management committee confirming a Davis Cup tie schedule for June 7 to 9 between Australia Japaness and United States Canada, with plans to alter and stabilize prices and report to governments. Washington notes mixed weather warnings and potential crop relief, while the London Wheat Conference prompts talks on export surpluses and tariffs amid drought effects.
Amid abnormal heat and dust, a recent crop forecast raised concerns for winter wheat yields. Officials estimated a loss around 1,000,000 bushels, while ongoing relief plans were discussed to ease the drought impact on farms and harvests across regions.
A German protest through the Consul General is reported after a Commonwealth government reply via Major Casey. He expresses hope the German government was not affronted and notes no reply has been received from Dr. Asmia. The communication defends Anzac Day honors and asserts Australia’s gratitude to heroic efforts and the cause of right and justice.
Fragmentary OCR text references Jean Batten, a response to the Prime Minister Lynne, mentioning a message about a paid or payable matter and a statement regarding a world flight. The readable fragments suggest a debate or clarification about a voyage, a shipping area, and a warning about not causing offense, but details are unclear.
Fragmentary text notes a Davis outing and payments to creditors, with garbled names and figures. The readable bits show creditors being paid and references to a date or document marked 20 IG. Full details not recoverable from the fragment.
Fragments indicate a 1808 law affecting wheat crop payments to Nebraskans farmworkers paid by the government. The text references the Santa data form from New York and mentions thousands linked to wheat crop support, with a shift in privilege.
New York dispatch reports aviator Wiley Post proposing to settle the entrance problem at 35,000 feet and travel at 300 miles per hour. He aims to complete the London Melbourne flight, with emphasis on overcoming propeller and ascent challenges in the experimental route.
A fragmented entry notes indictments of war suppliers by a league report spanning U S A and European industries. It mentions munitions, cooperation between nations, and the race to influence the war effort with cross border commerce.
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