21 May 1932
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 21, 1932
Page
1
An inquiry into the loss of the French liner Georges Phillipar notes no boat drill was held on the voyage. Passengers report lifeboats torn hoses rotten and no alarm sounded as fire raged for two hours before response.
A distant storm report describes the Philtipar under Captain Vieq? as Marive Atta’s vessel. Fire spreads after alarm. Lifeboats launch. passengers and crew evacuated. Survivors rescued, one English passenger alleges failure to awaken the alarm. A family leapt overboard and floated for hours before rescue.
A transcription of a chaotic wartime parliamentary report notes a tariff derate being held over and delays in government proceedings. It mentions Prime Minister Livane and ongoing discussions about measures including the Coral Forantry Burs and a private fund bill. The session was postponed and will continue with votes on bills, including two other measures, next Tuesday.
A damaged excerpt mentions Ms Kame, the Soumat Repressoratives, and constitutional referm. It notes government commentary and an agreement involving the Country Party. References to a question on creating Bars, a Prime Minister, and information requests are noted in a disjointed parliamentary context.
Mr and Mrs Muirhead, survivors of a Georger Phil incident, describe delays and poor organization during evacuation. They say lifeboats were not issued in time and bulkheads failed, trapping many on deck D. Survivors praise kindness aboard the Soviet Skala.
Health Minister Mr Weaver signals government plans to ban fruit Mack machines amid protests at Sydney Trades Hall. Opposition alleges amendments bypass Commonwealth laws, while court-ordered consult with the Secretary aims to decide immediate action to curb alleged gambling devices and protect workers wages.
Debate on a Commonwealth conciliation and arbitration bill focused on de registration powers under the second reading. Attorney-General McLachlan said the government would not use powers tyrannically and noted difficulties proving innocence of organisers linked to unlawful associations. The bill, aimed at deregistering unions tied to such groups, passed the second reading by ten votes to eight amid party lines.
Minister Mr Dunningham assailed the Trades Hall power base, stating the Labour Exchange ignored formal registration for trades and left hiring to a closed coterie aligned with the Lana Plan. He warned the policy ruined tradesmen and left unemployed workers reliant on insiders.
The Attorney General seeks to overturn a court ruling by Act of Parliament granting registration to a bogus entity. The arbitration decision in the tiv court is being challenged as improper and seeks a legal remedy to restore the integrity of the registry.
Unclear circular invites unemployed persons to return or perform electoral duties on Fridays. Text mentions Maria women and husbands, with preference for women to be engaged. aims to fill poll clerk and related roles. Source readability is limited and contains many garbled phrases.
William Pourkin, identified as a member of the Communist Party, was found guilty of an assault from the railway. Judge Armstrong ordered an 18 month term at the Quarter Sessions with details blurred in the report.
A 19th-century style notice describes Pareen arranging rain coverage for Melbourne on a rainy Sunday. It mentions proportional premima of 1/4 and weak Ne baw new tern, with insured protection and attendance concerns.
The Public Accounts Committee tabled a Senate report urging urgent reform of parliamentary accounts and the Audit Act. It calls for uniform preparation of financial statements and a reconstitution to resolve discrepancies between Commonwealth and Treasury figures, with emphasis on the Commonwealth Year Book as an authoritative source.
The Oath Bill passed by the Dail amid party whips urging all members to back the measure. Former Minister Mr Ma Gilligan moved an amendment to preserve the treaty as instrument despite opposing views. Mr Finlay tabled an amendment preserving the treaty and compensation to public servants. Labour leader Mr Norton said amendments served party interests. The bill won by a large majority and goes to the Hepate on May 25.
In a letter to The Daily Telegraph Granville Ryrie argues Edmund Vestey overstated Britain’s dangers from Dominions and artisans. He says Australia and Argentina figures mislead readers and notes Australia’s balance of trade favoring Britain shifts amid wartime constraints and bondholder obligations.
The Japanese training squadron arrived in Sydney to deliver goodwill messages and foster friendlier relations between Australia and Japan. Vice Admiral Imimure, leading the group, aims to observe youth training for naval careers and strengthen ties with the Australian coast.
The Secretary of the Federal Ay Li stated he had advice from the interval executive secretary that the proposed unity conference would likely proceed. Attempts by the industrial wing in Victoria to bring Lang and Bowilin Yorom together before the station to unite the party have failed.
A garbled account describes a person named Bey Morbett or Merbett involved in a shooting incident at Parramatta. The text mentions a gunshot wound to a body and the loss of rights, with unclear references to a woman and roof stones, reflecting a damaged OCR transcript with scattered names and details.
Calcutta dispatch reports violent riots in Bombay's industrial zones as over 400000 mill workers join, casualties rise with 23 dead and 146 injured. City officials seal areas while residents flee and guards escort workers. In other news, Madeline Kindle, Gandhi devotee, is released after serving months for participation in civil disobedience.
Victor Brown aged 31 is charged with attempted murder after allegedly shooting at Detective Mayen and police sergeant during a confrontation near Central Court. A sergeant returned fire, strike reports place the assailant fleeing, then Bromewan remanded. May faces $1 bail.
A dramatic note reaches the governor as Justice Piddington resigns in protest against the Lang ministry dismissal. He cites constitutional issues, executive removal, and the need to defend responsible government amid a political crisis in New South Wales.
A disputed political crisis unfolds as President Stavena condemns the resignation of Ardington amid sharp public dispute. The acting press seeks to justify the government line while Justice Piddington weighs in on delays and the public interest.
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