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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 19, 1932

Page

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Disaster at sea as Georges Phillipar sinks off Aden

London insurers face liabilities after the Georges Phillipar disaster. About 150 are missing with six ships aiding rescue. Survivors report women and children evacuated first, crews struggled as boats failed to launch. Captain kept head to wind as fire and damage spread aboard.

London Georges Phillipar Messes Maritimes Phillipar Fouid Aden Sabine Amd Childern Ani Manion

Survivors Placed From Deep Sea Disaster Nine Ships Involved

Amid confusion after a maritime disaster, about 490 survivors were rescued from the wreck and its nearby waters. The Georges Pulipar ship reported the incident, with many rescued at Aden and others transferred to French and British authorities. Survivors included a mix of nationalities, and plans were made to repatriate them to France and other destinations despite accommodation challenges in Aden.

Mmel Ekola Quiye Aden Merkant Thorn PAMIB Georges Pulipar Bainey Bhi France

Government to Consider New Australian Notes Promise to Pay

Government to re consider the issue of MEW notes following damage to the Commonwealth Bank. Debate covers reserve to pay in gold, appointment of a new secretary to the Treasury, and the note value proposals. Ministers discuss the Bank and Treasury roles, with remarks by Governor and MPs on the potential payment promise and note issues.

Commonwealth Bank The Treasury Bee Commonwealth Hank Mtr HJ Kheohen Dee Gormenor Commonwealth M.C. Hiddin

Deportations rise after Lyona government actions

Since December 53 people have been deported under the Lyona administration, with Minister for the Interior urging action to ship detainees. Prime Minister Pearce indicated court steps were taken to prove illegal entry and to deport those deemed unfit for public institutions. Authorities aim to remove noncitizens within three days of arrival, while some detainees face uncertain status and potential deportation.

Lyona Anatrata Miniter Menatar Barnes Betate Yestoring George Pearce Skorraane Aarti Ney Ariat Had Len Necepaary In He eHae At TE Penvans, and Hey Nd Heesinin Newey Auatratia Et Perenne

British Protest Recinet Greets Deta tee

The British government instructed the Beitish Minister at Athens to protest Greece's decision to default on India debt. The note demands change in policy and warns of a possible response. Canberra was told the capital should stay neutral while the issue is resolved.

Bieltiah Beitiah Athens Greece al Tmack Canberra Ftlona

Bombay Riots Trouble Spreads as Troops Aid Police

Rioting in Bombay escalates with seven killed and 50 injured in a day, lifting total casualties to over 70 dead and 730 injured since Saturday. Troops, European and Anglo-Indian auxiliaries, and motor patrols deployed as violence spreads to European shopping areas.

Calcutta Bombay Ventente Polles

Racial Outbreak in Calcutta Amid Hindu Muslim Riot

A fragmented report from Calcutta describes clashes between Hindu and Muslim factions. Police fire rage and crowd dispersal amid rioting and casualties as the confrontation escalates in the afternoon.

New Zealand Rejects Economy Plan On Naval Defence

Wellington reports the Economy Commission's proposal to reduce NZ naval forces was rejected. Only one cruiser to remain in New Zealand waters, and annual costs shifted toward Singapore base commitments. Government moved to adjust defense posture for the year.

Wellington Wed Duverngusar Economy Commission Stine New Zealand Ranaterreg Aamiraly New Beeland Ehnoead Eierston Singapore

Assassin's Story Victim of Obsession and Hypnosis

The narrative describes an accused killer's fixation on a French president and a botched attempt at murder. He reportedly prayed at Notre Dame for hours to die, urged a police officer to arrest him, and sought intoxication in a cafe to dull the murderous impulse.

Ronitoft Trmident Maglatrat M. Doumer Hora

Fatal Store Explosion Kills Fireman in Armidale

A store fire at Braund's weatherboard structure in Armidale caused a massive explosion, killing Fireman Berry Jones and injuring Fireman W. Robinson and Captain Matsey Pere. The blast shattered windows over a wide area and damaged surrounding property. An ambulance report noted severe injuries and the incident drew police to control crowds as fire units battled the blaze.

Armidale Wed Brand and Company Stord Istér Matzey—pere Braund Matxey Niemen

Dissolution of New South Wales Parliament Report

Special Executive Council meeting dissolves Parliament and prorogues Legislative Council until July 5. Fire and explosion devastate a town building complex, causing multiple injuries and two deaths. Police seek a Sydney detective to pursue a fleeing motorist as chaos and concerns over blast damage spread.

Hydrey Executive Council Legislative Council Eassedeoce Ute Mayey Ribet Mabey Han Wan Neem Sydney Robinson Malaey An Atinnihy Chamber of Commerce Jones Wanagan Sands Department Syne Wines Apel Mebinson

Agent General ordered to stow Lang propaganda in Australia

Sydney report notes officials and politicians dispute use of Lang Plan pamphlets. The Premier directs Agent General to stop distributing propaganda and to avoid further statements on NSW stance toward British bondholders. Debate over repudiation policy and government duties continues amid cabinet tensions.

Sydney Mr. Mieyens New South Wales Im Landon A. C. Wills Das Bin Lang Commonwealth Shin Npe-Siecing Hang Labour Party Lane Stevens TV Lang Colvill Brhal

Mr Willis Sunt on Cable Report and Petition

Mr Willis Sunt discusses cable matters with Mr Brevana and reports withholding comment. He also petitions 10 alscuns the quer un of returning to Kydney.

MR. Willis Sunt Wilehag Brevana Withholdi Ng Petitien Kydney

State Funds Used To Subsidise Labour Organ

Sydney records reveal government advertising expenditure totals around £0,000 with about one third diverted to a Labour Welly circulating in trial districts. Crown Law Department notes indicate instructions to limit paper coverage and ensure the government tourist bureau appearances are reflected.

Sydney Weenentas Altho Lang Labor Jody Clevens Thaved Anutte Crown Law Department Gh Asean

Lang Perfidy and Unemployment Doubles in Sydney

A garbled report claims Lang and Mimiatry and a Labour movement arc blamed for a worsening economy in Sydney. It alleges unemployment has doubled under the Lang government, with references to Scullin and Beipinter amid factional tensions and parliamentary debate.

Sydney Lang

The Argentine No Observer At Ottawa

A garbled report claims Argentina sought favor with Imperial authorities, denying interference as debates and discussions circulated abroad. The fragment notes tensions and official denials amid unclear references to July events and officials.

National Government Formed In Victoria Crisis Crystallizes Unity

Melbourne reports a new national government formed in Victoria after talks between Lieut Governor Sir William Irvince and Country Party leader Mr John Allen. United Australia Party and Country Party unite with J P Jones named assistant Treasurer and chief financial adviser. The new Ministry includes Argyle as Premier and Treasurer, with McPherson, Bec, and other ministers overseeing agriculture, railways, lands, education, water, and lands board roles.

Melbourne William Irvince John Allen Country Party Victoria United Australia Party J. P. Jones M.L.C Labour

French Policy No Sign Of Change

Paris Tuesday Premier-elect Herriott tells British United Press that any German reparation reduction hinges on American and Allied approval. He says no French shift in position is expected and warns military and economic factors may influence any potential pact.

Paris Herriott United Press Geramny America Etriteilr Beard

Missing Goode Papers in Hydney Goverment Inquiry

An unexplained development in the government inquiry arises as papers connected with the appointment of Goode or Geode-sese-jinaing are discussed. The investigation recalls a bar on the appointing official from the Talisay Department and involves Mr J Goode in transport commission matters.

Hydney J. Goode Chive Transport Couitiasioner Indiacioned Geode-sese-jinaing Moode Talisay

Detectives Work in Addressed Case at University Event

Detectives operated near the University amid a noted effort to track a person connected to a bomb incident. Local authorities reported a mid day security response and ongoing investigations into the matter at the campus location.

Sydney Bydnay Han Modest iMie & Tram

Newnes Oil Company Projects Massive Production After Nine Months

Newnes oil firm reports huge expected output from shale oil operation after nine months of takeover and processing. Estimated peak annual production nears 9,000,000 gallons with government support funding aiding development. workforce details unclear due to fragmented text.

Melbourne Newnes Nelda Ita Gaiaere Sail Theaugh Ty Coumec Newnes Caperiee Vaiiny Goveibanent Iayeelon

Lindbergh Case Negotiator Confesses to Fraud

In Hopewell Tuesday, an unidentified negotiator confessed to fraud related to the Lindbergh kidnapping case. The suspect, described as a high-ranking police official, claimed that many names and figures cited in connection with the case were fabrications of imagination, while asserting accountability for the deception.

Hopewell Cofons Edwartkopf Biaty Police Hughes Curtis Nerfolk Nexetiatorn Ui Lindbergh Cae

Dole Aid Controversy Shakes Local Figures

A garbled report notes AYINRY in Wednesday's item about Teo Proud and dole aid linked to charitable acts. Thomas Raid allegedly faced firing, with scattered details around Undarellite and Canterbury Tow Wad, while other phrases remain unclear and unresolved.

Ayinry Tos Dole Ant Reolye Charitable Amistagoe Thomas Raid Undarellite Wis Rolind

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