14 Nov 1931
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Nov 14, 1931
Page
1
City offices plan to relocate departments to Hotel Acton to secure rent advantages and expedite reorganization. Officials cite simplifying operations while preserving key services and ensuring smooth transition next year.
Fragmentary report states the Legislative Council of Cyprus will continue in existence and emphasis on measures to control unrest. Ringleaders were arrested and deported, many injuries reported among police and civilians, with warnings to hold those responsible. Government actions include mass arrests and new authority extensions, with ongoing turmoil across colonial administration.
Local report describes Dr Alcorn and allies amid Red scare tensions in Bourke. Mayor Moxon faces pressure as prison conditions and political accusations unfold. The piece notes a heated clash over alleged Soviet ties and party alignments affecting town governance and public order.
A hold up at a bank ended when Dowling, the lone official present, drew his weapon and warned the bandits to stop. One bandit was killed and another seriously injured during the confrontation. Authorities say the incident occurred after employees locked the doors and Dowling acted to prevent further violence. The attackers, believed to be part of a larger gang, fled the scene as police arrived to secure the area and begin a manhunt. This case adds to recent fears of armed robberies targeting financial institutions.
London advices say Commonwealth efforts to convene the Ottawa Economic Conference before Australian federal elections will likely fail. Canada may support moving the meeting from Canberra, but J H Thomas in the House of Commons states Ottawa cannot meet before July.
London reports on Prime Minister Scullin and Australian aims to speed the Imperial Conference. Dominion leaders show mixed stances amid election concerns in New Zealand and Canada. Officials debate timing, budgets, and imperial policy as pressures mount.
The House of Commons heard Mr J H Thomas say an economic conference before July would be impossible and would be absurd for a dominion to lead domestic reform discussions. MacDonald outlined plans on trade, war debt, and reconstruction, stressing joint action and reforms in agriculture while Labour urged national resolve and balanced policies.
Berlin reports progress toward Franco German reconciliation and preliminary reparations talks. European bond markets rallied three to five points on the news promising an early international conference on the issue.
Reports from Mukden claim preparations for a Manchu restoration. The boy emperor Menantung, linked to abdicated 1912 ruler Henry Tuyi, allegedly left for Manchuria. Flags and arms moves cited. Japanese communique warns of danger at Anganchi as Chinese forces bolster defenses. Talks reportedly reach a settlement permitting Chinese reentry into a mixed area to confront rebels.
In Shanghai on Thursday a protest meeting drew 14 year residents amid fears over Manchurian military moves and British secret diplomacy linked to extra-territorial rights. The British Minister to China Miles Lampson faced denunciations as officials warned such talks undermine China’s sovereignty and current foreign policy.
Prime Minister Scullin and Mr Forde discuss trade treaties as debates over tariff preferences continue. A year of regulatory stalling with foreign counters has delayed Roanamle Conference talks, and European powers hesitate to commit despite promises. The government seeks action from the conference without further delay.
The Commonwealth Government will not implement the minister for trade and customs Mr. Forde's threat to seek trade treaties with foreign nations unless the Economic Conference is held at the earliest possible date. The statement emphasizes delay in pursuing treaties pending conference progress.
Unclear transcription reports a group of bandits executing a robbery in New York. Details are fragmented with multiple garbled names and locations, but the core event notes a successful theft and perpetrators escaping with valuables. No further verifiable entities or outcomes are readable.
A fragmented text appears to discuss arrangement and information in Australis and New Zealand with reserved rights. The garbled lines mention topics around intelligence, temptation, and seeds, but the meaning remains unclear. No concrete events or individuals are identifiable in the readable passage.
Ottawa reports that Mr Bennett may press the Imperial Conference idea during a visit to London and Ottawa. He plans an early summit with British leaders and Canadian officials after election days. Bow nett, on holiday in Ottawa, will depart by New York and announce a resolution on an American loan for 126 million dollars at a fixed rate.
In a Senate session yesterday the minister Dooley spoke amid questions on government intent toward foreign countries and imperial trade. Senators Pearce, Dooley, and others debated adjournment logistics, intra empire ties, and the timing of a January conference with Commonwealth and Dominion partners.
China and Japan exchange urgent notes as Geneva talks unfold. Honjo issues ultimatum to evacuation while reports allege arms, looting, and bandit violence threaten foreign residents. Japanese forces declare protection of life and property as Koreans are reported abducted.
President Hoover unveiled a naval budget for the next Congress totaling 34,000,000 dollars, about 59,000,000 less than the original request. The plan requires no reduction in personnel and preserves the rotation system, with no sailors laid off and no fighting ships decommissioned.
Washington reports a compromise plan to ease Manchuria tension may be proposed at the Paris Peace Conference. U S officials say the idea has been discussed among European and Asian powers and could win acceptance by both Chinese and Japanese governments. The administration believes the initial Japanese occupation may have been a military coup carried out without prior Tokio approval, complicating prospects for withdrawal.
The broadcast from Sydney notes Theodore Beauchamp predicting a possible postwar recovery as exports and employment rise with expanding activity. He urges prudent spending to create new jobs while cautioning against hoarding and stressing private investment to boost production and demand. The text mentions travel to England and tentative plans for future journeys.
Suva reports the steamer Teuleh wrecked yesterday at the lagoon entrance near Panving Island. No casualties are known, and the incident is described as total loss though rescue details are scant.
A new French naval programme totalling 1.949 billion francs was introduced in the Chamber of Deputies. It plans building four 1600-ton ships and includes replacement engines and related construction work to begin in 1982.
J A Mollinson departs Lympne at 3 7 a m on the first leg of his flight to Capetown. He reports aiming to cross North Africa, then follow a route via Khartoum and Africa toward Victoria Falls and Franklin Mountain, hoping for better weather.
A deputation urged the Assistant Minister for Transport Cunningham to work with New Zealand for retaliatory steps. The New Zealand authorities were accused of pressuring Pacific trade ships. Cunningham promised to investigate the whole position.
London reports a British film industry co operative society being formed to oppose American influence. It claims that twelve months of US interest have driven 24100 cinema owners to bankruptcy with little profit. The new society intends to book 1000 dependent British houses while criticizing high takings and overseas control.
In a flour shortage crisis, Volga region peasants seize multiple stores and block railway stations to stop flour removal. Authorities deploy armored trams and planning troops to disperse gatherings while a fleet of aeroplanes is readied to intervene if needed.
A fragmented report outlines a manifesto by national leaders urging rapid policy shifts in New Zealand. It highlights a call for reconstruction and decisive measures, stressing the need to end current instability and implement urgent reforms.
A note from the Secretary for Bowintony invites a display of Australian products at the Australia Hotel in London. The event aims to showcase items and will be coordinated by Mr Men any with attendance by invitation and details shared by telephone.
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