21 May 1936
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 21, 1936
Page
1
March figures show banks delaying deposit rate rises while overdraft rates may increase. Union Bank and others expect adjustments within three to eight months as liquidity policies shift, with total fixed deposits per bank unclear this quarter.
A state report on Sister Kenny's clinic at Royal North sees progress and urges continued examinations before reaching a firm conclusion on treatment methods. The committee notes dental and mental aspects as factors in cerebral diplegia cases while recommending further tests to ensure reliable results.
Australian officials discuss the migration plan amid unclear readiness and unresolved questions. The commentary notes potential delays and the need for clearer guidance before implementation proceeds.
An apparent shooting incident is reported with limited readable details. The fragment mentions a victim and a dispute context, but lacks clear names, places, or outcomes beyond reference to a gun event. Further readable specifics are unavailable in the text.
London reports the Rajah of Sarawak warns Sarawak oil fields could dry up within a decade. This threatens Singapore naval supply as Sarawak’s wells currently fuel British warships in the Far East. Britain may then rely on Dutch East Indies oil, raising strategic difficulties.
Government plans a new tariff schedule to be tabled in the House of Representatives as talks continue on recent Tariff Board reports. Officials hint higher duties or quotas on rayon imports may follow to shape the American trade position.
A Rome representative for The Tian stated that despite wartime expenses the finance ministry believes the country's finances remain sound. He said costs of the Abyminian war were kept within limits and forthcoming deficits would be met by stringent discipline and government measures. Extrordinary spending is needed for police operations but less than wartime continuance would require.
A garbled report describes expulsions and two day notices for amnesty issues. It mentions diplomatic privilege claims, a train order affecting a colonel and his wife, and references to violence and arrests. Names and places are partially legible amid the damaged text.
The Sydney inquiry hears Constables Perrott and Nat van ant recite a raid on William George Mowide's Dulwich shop years ago. Witnesses dispute claims of betting activity while the raid occurred, with dialogue between Windeyer and the officers over truth and conduct.
An upcoming appointment in Canberra is expected to install a UAP member as chairman of the new Industrial Board. Observers note the role’s expansion and speculate Mr Andrew Sinclair’s replacement by a politician with limited industrial experience.
The Air Ministry proposes long term agreements to boost British air transport and accelerate schedules. The plan aims to increase journeys to East Africa India and Singapore with new routes and subsidies while Australia points to clarifications and potential changes.
The report warns of worsening conditions in Palestine with daily outrages. A lawman was shot dead and his killer escaped, an Arab stabbed a Jewish area resident, and emergency regulations tighten penalties for knife carrying. Violence includes arson, bomb attempts, and property damage as calls for a British commission grow.
Lloyds agent San Palm has been instructed to travel to the Salvage Islands to investigate reports that the pirate trawler Gir] Pat was there yesterday. The move aims to locate and assess the vessel amid pirate activity.
The Commission of Inquiry into February's Zanzibar riot over adulterated copra censures officials and says the Agricultural Department failed to apply the law properly. It faults inadequate warnings to Arabs, praises police for preventing a massacre, and urges the government to prevent future outbreaks.
The Rev R C Rackly ent Urged the Presbyterian Assembly to support broad protection for children at dog races and oppose more mechanical snares. The assembly expressed concern over gambling facilities and urged abolishing expansive scavenging while praising Mr Weaver for crime deterrence. The body also called on the Film Censor to curb content that might over stimulate youths and support education funding and hospital contributions. The government line faced crossing the floor with 40 votes in support.
The vite division failed to pass Mr. Weaver’s motion by 41 votes with government members crossing the floor. Weaver countered that nothing in practice justified Drummond’s project and criticized lobbying and talks at a dinner as unhelpful.
The motion or proposal named tentation received 200 votes in favor and 122 against, securing the decision by a clear majority. The tally records show strong support from supporters and a decisive opposition count.
Fragmentary note describes a Chinese beggar in Sydney named Quong Kee and a referenced incident involving a person from Byaney ware, with unclear details on hurt or who knew the bag. Further readable context is limited.
Readable fragments describe unknown individuals and places with garbled words and unclear context. No coherent event or outcome can be determined from the available text.
In Sydney the Legislative Assembly saw a narrow two vote majority on a motion protesting Minister Drummond's trip to the World Educational Fellowship. Weaver argued the trip wastes public funds while Bruxner defended the visit as beneficial, sparking exchanges between Country Party and UAP members.
Official notice from the Secretary of the ALP states Mr J Garden is expelled and his labour endorsement withdrawn. The Cook Erectorate Council confirms the move with no immediate plan for a special ALP conference. Supporters may rally to consolidate influence in the industrial sector.
Mr J B Garden ousted from the ALP by the NSW branch declares on arrival at Cas ver yesterday that he will win despite expulsion. He seeks union support and expects a special conference to reconsider the case with a possible reversal at the Easter Conference in 1987.
A damaged OCR fragment suggests a report about a symbol of German Japanese friendship. It mentions a sword handed to a German figure linked to Hitler, with unclear names and wording due to transcription errors.
Mr Canffey discusses undesirable practices in boxing and wrestling as new reforms are considered. He notes plans to discuss improvements with the company and to introduce further changes, referencing recent descriptions of practices in the Polen rupart.
Fragmentary OCR report mentions gun licences and a court order or consent. Details are unclear due to damaged text, but the item appears to reference firearm licences and legal action or verification.
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