British conversion loan offered at three per cent
Following an evening announcement the prospectus for a three per cent conversion loan was issued. Bank of England authority to accept applications for up to £300,000,000 opens March 1, 1953, with November 3 closing date listed. Sterling rallied in New York trading while British currency and bonds showed volatility amid treasury commentary.
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Perrasisy
Bank of England
London
Rxchiquor
New York
Chamberlainy
Gallien
Rency
Government hotel losses total 371183 pounds in Canberra
Public record shows aggregate losses on Government controlled establishments in Canberra up to June 10 include 371183 pounds for hotels and related ventures. Kingston Cafe and City Cafe profits counted separately with combined gains of 383? to 448? while Manuka cafe posted a loss. Depreciation and interest reduce net figures to 873183 pounds with working losses mainly in early years of operations during departmental control.
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Canberra
Kingston Caf
City Cafe
Kingston
Pro- AU
Manuka
House of Representatives
Baker
Miniatar
Perkins
Oslo
Acton
Avalle
Kurrajong
Wellington
Beauchamp House
Brassey House
Eavablushmanta
Union Protests Over Wages Ties in Canberra Meeting
Union protest in New South Wales and Canberra against wage cuts and federal territory job terms. Unions invited include plasterers electricians theater workers and builders unions with the Canberra Trades and Labour Council set to meet on a date in dispute over pay and work allocations.
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Tie Ap
Canberra
New South Wales
Tete
Unies
Peeas
Plasterer
I. Electriciana
Astheater
Au Wallas
Calberra Trades and Labour Council
GHPANY AFFAIRS agetrate Suggests Better Laws
A Central Court heard a case alleging misgovernment and fraud by several named individuals connected to a company. Witnesses claimed the firm misled authorities, and prosecutors argued reforms to Crown Department oversight. Attorneys urged discharge and regulatory empowerment to supervise business conduct.
Contempt of Court Fines Printer in Brigham Case
A Brigham newspaper printer and associates were fined after a contempt of court judgment. The case involved publication of an article linked to the murder of Alfrey Smith in Fhleb and alleged interference with proceedings. The court asserted the action violated orderly legal process and levied penalties.
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Brigbane
Eh Maier
Warren
Charian Kolth Wan
Alfrey Smith
Fhleb
Attacks on Police Spark Assembly Debate
The Police Commissioner urged comment after an assault on Detectives Fraser and Lamb in Bunnex Street. Members of the Separatist Assembly questioned Civilian attacks on officers, pressing for stronger penalties and mandated police support.
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Bydnet
Wadnesday
Tne
Fraser
Lamb
Bunnex Street
Thoumas
U.A.P
Eivil Jana
Chaffey
Howe
Miyere
Central Court Delivers Harsh Charges in Assault Case
At Central Court Franke Cohncom, 38, contractor, faced charges for causing bodily harm to Constable Hrasec and unlawfully resisting arrest of Constable Lamb with accomplice William Noble, alectrelan. They were remanded until November 1 as fret details emerge. sums set at £890 for Cohncom and £680 for another. Sergeant Caban described Lamb’s injuries from a fractured skull to the eye. the case involves Frederick Linbelt and Johncat in a related theft and obstruction context.
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Sydney
Wemenday
Central Court
Franke Cohncom
Hrasec
Lamb
Hi Na
William Noble
Alectrelan
Haying
Aloe
Frederick Thomas Linbelt
Fund Mable
Caban
Potiee Promec
Tor
Ahmwan Birest
Aftarnasa
Jonnson
Tee Mtatag
Johncat
Lheathena
Meat Restrictions Debate in Ottawa as Import Rules Hit
During a committee stage on the Ottawa bill Mr Hyn Davies moved to remove restrictions on frozen and chilled meat imports and set retail prices. Dr Burgin argued the industry already faced violent supply issues and urged regulated timing and production rather than forced controls. Col Winterton, Neville Chamberlain and Percy Harris spoke on the defense of British agriculture and the need for a meat policy, with the amendment carried by 302 to 65 votes.
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London
Ottawa
Hhyn Davies
Burgin
Board of Finde
Nisat ‘Ndustry
Amery
Vlna
Maat
Neville Chamberlain
Winkton
Col. Winterton
England
Percy Harris
Walter Runchmant
No Women Runners For Victoria
A fragment from an Australian report notes confusion over global economic ties. It cites American unemployment and calls for greater labor division and wage adjustment while discussing women runners and local living standards.
World Conference Money Talks Subcommittees Meet in Geneva
At Geneva the currency experts discussed finance for the World Economic Conference. The British delegate stressed currency stability through price control and removal of trade barriers. French Belgian and American observers warned Britain’s move away from gold could force neighbors to raise prices and shift to a higher unit. German restrictions were seen as unavoidable but hoped to be eased soon.
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Geneva
More Employment in the States Promise and Funds
Prime Minister announces a £2 000 000 loan to boost works and unemployment relief. Lyons says £4 000 000 for works will be raised and spent quickly, with about 14 000 000 in total for public works in the new financial year. He notes current spend is low and that faster expenditure is possible, but rejects extra grants for unemployment relief beyond existing funds.
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Mr. Lyon
Ramrammen
Commonwealth
Lyons
House of Representatives
Lyona
State Labour
Lyone
Chelathias
Staten
British House Debates Trade Credits and Russia Debts
In the House of Lords Lord Mount Temple proposed withholding credits until Russia liquidates debts to Britain. Lord Londonderry argued against a large British pledge, stressing careful steps before Britain risks mutiny of the world. Russia owed Britain 100,000,000 and citizens 300,000,000 with further sums noted.
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London
House of Lords
Lord Mount Temple
Rorain
Ner Jones
Britain
Londonderry
Sonferwnes
WC Riulsuia
American Ships Face Unfair Pacific Competition
The House debated Pacific shipping when Mr. Holman pressed the government to act against Matson Line dominance. The Prime Minister acknowledged the issue but stated no legislative plan was ready, while noting Matson liners had carried hundreds of passengers between Australia and New Zealand, a route Australia bans American ships from serving, highlighting a 1,200 mile Australia–New Zealand distance and a 3,000 mile antitrust separation from American ports.
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Mazzon Line
Holman
A.P
Lama
Australan Shipping
Faos
Lycan
Wan
New Zealand
Matson
Maripoms
Monterey
Australia
American Java
America
Mondulu
Merino Fleece Sale Sets High Geelong Record
Melbourne buyers attend Geelong sales where top prices were achieved for merino fleece. Dalgatey and Co sold a fine grown merino from Beautora district branded Ht. Marnock's at 30d. Wool from Lint Wood Park fetched 1044. Balance wax clears bulk of 100 lots offered.
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Melbourne
Dalgety and Co
Marnock
Beautora
Wace
Lint Wood Park
Fiemapa
All Super Works
Absorbed officers to be appointed permanently seeks bank reforms
Commonwealth Bank announces permanent appointments for most officers from former Government of New South Wales Rural Bank and Homes Department, with 63 officers possibly re-employed and others offered compensation. Some staff may be displaced if pending legislation affects the bank’s appointments.
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Axhiney
Weanenang
Commonwealth
Govirnmeat Aarities Bank of New South Wales
Womeance
Uni
Mavinus Bank
Rural Bank and Homes Department
Rural Bank
Unemployed Sharp Rise in Dublin Cattle Fairs
In Dublin events during March and October show rising unemployment and a volatile cattle market. The period saw large fair activity with disrupted markets and public orders as authorities dealt with disturbances and threats to peace amid economic tension.
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Dublin
Simon Complete
Cutie
Butler
Ottawa Debate Over Wage Reduction Approved
Ottawa debate reveals ministers and Parliament considering a 10 percent wage cut plan. Prime Minister Ungame and officials outline timing from November 1, with further steps debated in committees and postponed ballots as discussions continue.
Sharp Commentary on Fruit Machines and Greyhound Scandals
Royal Commission report by Mr Justice Halse Rogers examined greyhound racing and fruit machines. It found money passed related to tin hare permits and that Cabinet sanctioned fruit machines despite law breaches. Swindell was repeatedly linked to influence, with payments and shares alleged to push legislation. The inquiry noted corrupt motives and possible party funds involvement, continuing on page 3.
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Justice Halse Rogers
Legislative Assembly
Mr. Stevens
Swindell
Talay
Mo Wuld
Remia
Machina Laeitalinn
Monaur
Foy
Hattman
Barry
National Party
Harry
Harare
Hrough Beoth
AiIndell
Adbarey Oly
Crulek
Loch
Ala
Labour Party
Postal revenue and sugar profits rise in October
The report shows October tax revenue up £6,101 year over year with total revenue at £24,101,000 and related adjustments. Commonwealth Tremmry data note fluctuations across colonies except Tasmania. Colonial Higer Refining Co profits for six months to September 30 reach £670,301 with total credit £411,700. dividend and tax concerns cited, chairman Knox warning taxes must fall and prices may rise.
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Ie Commonwealth Tremmry
Suscamaland
Tasmania
Nhowne
Aydney
Higer Refining Co
Iran
Tom Ws
Tadlipur
B. R. Knox
Knox
Ra Wl Jung Tha Abe Amauta
Judgment Reserved On Copiers Salaries Question
A commission was reserved today to decide if officers salaries should be reduced by the cost of living rise in addition to any existing per cent reduction. The hearing focused on whether the salary adjustments for officeholders are subject to both measures.
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Aitk Omicera
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