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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Nov 01, 1932

Page

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Belfast Chemists' Oil Substitutes Hit Petrol Use

The Belfast One Works frontier chemists claim they have perfected creosote oil substitutes for petrol, aiming to halve Peltnin's fuel. Ballast Gas Works produce 500,000 units weekly, with widespread adoption among private carriers and provincial buses. The method, tested abroad, is spreading through the Empire with Commonwealth interest.

London Beline Deity Express Belfast Peltnin Vaxuriy Adewalla Loced i Capany Manchester Arahas Commonwealth

Bitten by Shark At Redhead Batch Near Newcastle

In Newcastle area a four year old boy, Hagineld Jobe Orima, patron of a local club, was attacked by a shark while wading at Redhead Batch near the beach. His flesh was torn from the left side and his lungs were injured. He was hospitalized in critical condition. Ogilvie, the boy’s companion, swam nearby and called to a friend on the beach but was suddenly lost sight of.

Newcastle Redhead Hagineld Jobe Orima Clb Menllon Ogilvie Ima Oxilvis Admin Buckingham Palace Osilvia Admiralty Arch

Sharks and arrests mark Sydney seaside panic report expected

An Australian report on mechanical hare licenses and fruit machines is due to be issued by Mr Justice Hale Rogers. The Sydney scene describes a shark attack on Ogilvie, with injuries and a police baton charge at Admiralty Arch as crowds fled and a demonstration along Northumberland Avenue ended in a march by collectors outside the Palace.

Sydney Justice Hale Rogers

Ottawa Treaty Debates and Liberal Trade Stance

Ottawa treaty discussions spark Liberals to push for freer trade in Canada. Montreal reports indicate Mel King criticizes tariff policies while urging premiers to support the agreement. The piece notes parliamentary debate and regional responses shaping the economic conference agenda.

Montreal Liberal Party Canada Ottawa Mel King Benmal

Railway Smash Imposes Death Sentence in Moscow

In Moscow a man named Bulakov received the death sentence for alleged collaboration with a railway disaster that killed workers. The official report notes his role in guiding the wrecking, with related figures including Vanteey and Kamay Srasimaa receiving prison terms of ten and sht years respectively.

Moscow Bulakov Pan Vanteey Arbi Ig

Infant Scalding Death Reported in Sydney

A fragmentary Sydney item notes an infant scalding death linked to an accident at a party with other children. The report is incomplete but mentions the child was aided and taken to hospital. Further details are unclear due to damaged text.

Train Run Down By Electric Vehicle Incident

An accident report describes a person named William We and a woman identified as Batter injured by an electric tram or train. The text is garbled but notes injuries and a failed attempt at victory, with references to wires and a Potaratam location. No clear dates or full names are recoverable.

William We

London Riots After Out of Work March

A large crowd gathers in Trafalgar Square despite bad weather for an unemployment protest. Sporadic violence erupts mainly from hooligans as marchers clash with police. Private cars and taxis are targeted and several windows are broken. A disorderly group attempts to mount the Cenotaph guard but is repelled by mounted officers.

London Trafalgar Square Thisfternoon Onfar

Moratorium Bill Aimed At Property Rights in New State

Sydney reports a moratorium bill to be introduced in the Legislative Assembly tomorrow. The measure preserves existing moratoriums while excluding future contracts for gall lot land and the purchase agreement from the amended law. It also recognises the permanent covenant and brings rural tenancy, returned soldier settlement advances, and housing department operations under the new act.

Sydney Moniay Metes Venu Gall Lot Tre Tenk Advancws Houslog New

DOLE TROUBLE BYDNEY MONDAY REACTION NEAR UNEMPLOYED

A front of employed and unemployed leaders clashed over dole forms. Secretary Moran demanded immediate withdrawal of the dole questionnaire, threatening repercussions if not altered. The dispute included police friction and warnings of future action as ministers defended public funds and said withdrawal was not feasible. The deputation finally withdrew.

Bydney FT. Moran United Front Inter Deweg Ube Spoor and Industry Hawking Moran Thelp King Aaid

Special Inquiry in Aydney Court over Indecent Assault Charge

An inquiry opened by Mr ater into a indecency charge against Michael Sharan in Mis Chimes Ae details a verdict of guilty followed by appeal actions. The Full Court and High Court considered the appeal while Siracad noted provisions under section 476 of the Crimes Act for a special investigation into the governor’s actions. The girl testified under cross examination about her visits and the mother’s absence. The inquiry adjourned until tomorrow.

Aydney Monda Am Ater Nord Labour Michael Sharan Amapran Injoren Curlewin Liv Watt

Hans Bertram to Fly to England

The German airman Hone Bertinn stated today he would leave Australia in December and fly to England. He plans to engage an Australian pilot to assist him on his homeward flight and displays Australian goods for exhibition in England and Germany.

Bydnet Hone Bertinn Australia England Germany

Girl Burnt in Petrol Stove Explosion

Dorothy Smith, 26, of Da City, sustained severe burns when a petrol stove exploded at a Church Point residence during a pending holiday. She was rushed to hospital in critical condition with extensive injuries.

Sydney Dorothy Smith da City Wan Church Point Rha Weal Akan Lo Hospital

Estate Agent Sent to Gaol for Theft Conviction

Clara Eve Warren, an estate agent, was convicted of taking £100 from Fierence Bellamy. She received a sentence of 38 months imprima ment plus additional penalties.

Rydney Clara Eve Warren Fierence Bellamy

Three-day unemployment debate to begin Friday

The Daily Telegraph reports a three day debate on unemployment starts Friday with government leaders on the front bench and the Opposition planning to submit their suggestions. A mon party pooling at Meas provides context for the session.

Landon Daily Telegraph Meas

Thrilling Rescue In Hotel Fire

A hotel blaze in London today saw a man enter the burning building and carry a woman to safety at the last moment. Lord Motheun, a Field Marshal with a long military career, is noted for service across the empire and Malta.

London Funday Lord Motheun Mu Wan Gor Malta Wewatt Gor Tawar

Brisbane to Sydney Prom Train Run Hits Delays

An Australian rail service from Brisbane to Sydney faced strong tail winds causing delays. The Mew Bowland Akwara mail train completed part of its route today but encountered slower progress and longer journey times.

Stoney Mandar Bowland Akwara Mail Brisbane Bydney

Bon Fires At Broken Hill Create Police Watch

Monasy reports several hundred dole forms burned in a morning fire at Broken Hill as police monitor the scene and curb disturbances. A second bonfire was set in Sanger on Thursday while officers guard the Rao I view area amid a week of unrest and loitering.

Broken Hill Monasy Beveral Hundred Sanger Peement Mnough

Launch Date Set for Eight Million Pound Loan

The secretary to the Treasury Mr H J Sheehan returns from the Town Council meeting in Melbourne with a plan to launch the £8,000,000 loan for works and short term debt funding. The prospectus is being drafted locally and the loan launch date is announced by the MP.

Treasury H. Jd. Sheehan Can Melbourne Hhoehain Nus

Loan Council Debate At Premier Conference Comment

Prime Minister Lyons discusses Loan Council meetings and aims for maximum frankness to serve Australia. He rejects controversy rhetoric and clarifies that the Reserve Bank set the earlier discount rate, not the Loan Council, with expectations the Bank will push further rate cuts.

Rydney Moniay New South Wales Brevens Loan Council Ona Sydney Lyons Ehviowa Mertinus Australia Tim Timn Awatralla Stevens Treasury Commonwealth Hank Commonwealth Bank Lyona

Gold Seal Sought by Thieves in Sydney Fraud Case

A damaged report from Sydney details thefts of gold and a public funds dispute. The piece notes 24,000,000 in treasury bills and 4,900,000 recovered, with banks not needing the money. It discusses financing public works, unemployment, and government loans, amid questions about treasury bills and subsidies under Majorities.

Svulling Sydney Damand Tyrrell Isoney George Breet Gale Bern Scy Jom giMcult Treasury Pha Hermes Jarappie Joan

Tetanus Deaths Linked to Catgut Report

A preliminary report from the Minister for Health in Wollongong details tetanus deaths at Wollongong Hospital. The inquiry examines whether catgut used in procedures caused the infections. Further investigation continues into the source and safety measures.

Bydney Mraith Wollongong Hospital

Fire devastates Mackay town business district

A serious fire raged in Mackay on Monday threatening the business street. The public hall hotel and two houses were destroyed before the flames were checked.

Parliament to Debate New Reform Bill and Ottawa Legislation

In a forthcoming session the House of Representatives will consider major questions including the New Farm Bill and the measure governing administrative conduct for New United Territory. The government seeks to pause on important bills before resuming Ottawa debate, with motions likely from Dr Early Page to refer to the Turf Board of customs authorities.

House of Kousentatives Country Party Dr Early Page Customia Ities Ottawa Unites

Cabinet reshuffle denial and illness forces Gullett resignation

Prime Minister Lyons dismissed rumours of a cabinet reshuffle and declared no truth to such talk. He stated that Mr. Gullett would resign due to illness, clarifying the government’s position and ongoing cabinet changes.

Sydney Mr. Lyons Gullett

Quirter for Customs Debated in Parliament

Report shows Mr Gullett unable to attend as October 12 debate resumes. Mr Lyopa and Mr Latham to pilot tariff legislation through the House while Mr Soutlin promises to attack aspects of the five year agreement and its Australian repercussion. Opposition leader vows to question duties and British concessions under the Tarif Bowed.

Mr Gullett Fullett Me. Lyopa Mtr Latham Soultin Aemitralla Soutlin

College adopts blue black and gold woollen tie

The Canberra University Colles Studayta Association adopts a woollen tie in college colours blue black and gold. The president HA Peterson says the move reflects the association's preference for nix Australias netics. Inquiries were made for action in the rearad comara. it was found some emmation would have import vital sauterial from Switzerland.

Canberra University Colles Studayta’ Ansociation Amciation HA. Peterson Nusrat Wollen

Seduction of Military Forces Charges Placed at Trial

Judge Burton presides as Donald Joseph Gorman faces two charges for attempting to seduce a military officer from duty and allegiance. The case, heard in Rin arena, lists Albert Hraost Butler as a related party. Witnesses describe a scene at the dock as authorities complain of intent and coercion surrounding a Harstviliw aril.

Bydney Burton Donald Joseph Gorman Wak Kenneth Wymour Merelme Albert Hraost Butler Gorton Hoymour Dock

Waylaid by thieves in Fremantle incident report

In Fremantle a man reports an assault while returning home near Mouth Terrace. He says a sandbag struck him on the hand and another assailant snatched valuables, while he heard a shout about a theft further along the route.

Wool values hold firm as wool prices unlikely to rise soon

Wellington reports Sir Norman Kater, a New South Wales grazier, returning to Australia by the Niagara, stating Australia should not expect a substantial wool value rise for some time. He notes primary producing countries must push costs down to align with reduced values, while Bradford shows some improvement.

Wellington Australia New Wales Norman Kater Ottawa

Australian fruit promotion in Canada report

A Wellington dispatch notes Australian fruit efforts in Canada aboard the liner Niuzura. Br. G. Ravage from New South Wales attended, praising Canada for organized promotion while California remained Australia’s strongest competitor. Kupire products gain traction as shipments rise.

Quilt Culture New South Wales Br. G. Ravage Canada

Woollen Trades Benefit From Ottawa Duties

West Riding representative of The Daily Telegraph says duties strengthen Yorkshire woollen and worsted industries by allowing manufacturers to compete with foreign rivals. He notes exports rising as home trade improves and shipments resume, though currency restrictions in Eastern Europe and South America temper gains.

London Hunday West Riding Wand Wiike de Slare Holdworth Mrodford Hud- Haerafield

Speed Attempt Trial and Defence Debate at Amith Levy Case

A lengthy trial on Monday and Friday for the defence continued a levy dispute over claim worth £86,000 by Norman Winth Amith. Testimony included Gibson's potential continued evidence and judge’s rulings about jury requirements, with comments on Whine evidence and the nervous condition of Braith. The case adjourned to a future date.

Wydney Fridonga Norman ‘Winth Amith Weolly Braith Gibson Ohn Tlaragwanath New Zealand Jed

Parliament Tourism Traffic Counts Visitors Daily

The Canberra visitors committee reports daily visitor numbers to Parliament House. This week counts show 190 visitors on Monday, 114 on Sunday, with methods used for counting noted and the data guiding ongoing visitor management.

Canberra

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Readable text is fragmentary and does not convey a clear event or named entities. No definite people or organizations can be identified for a factual title. Further text restoration needed to produce a proper news card.

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