16 Nov 1931
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Nov 16, 1931
Page
1
A brief price note records Pontiae at ten shillings per unit during thaw conditions. The report notes rising costs as markets adjust to seasonal changes and supply constraints.
A continental decree imposes duties on diverse imports from Britain and Australia with 15 percent duties on Indian shipments, 10 percent on Argentine goods, and 8 percent on Norwegian goods. The measure targets trade balances and aims to protect national markets amid fluctuating currency values.
In London exhibitions manufacturers report rising orders boosting textile and motor trades. Dealers note stronger demand, record orders, and improved activity across centers like Wad, Wotton, and Induytrien Vile, with confidence up from 1986 levels.
The report states Britain remains firm against an early Ottawa meeting while Canada denies support for South Africa opposition. Africa and Australia vary in response to a July conference, with Canada only acknowledging a conference at Ottawa and no British concession evident.
Fragmented report outlines positions on an imperial conference with Dominion involvement. It notes the Canadian Prime Minister and the British sections proposing a noon meeting in Ottawa and seeks agreement from the United Kingdom government. Paragraphs reference advice to Commonwealth leaders and possible timing.
Waterfront labor group reports a stoppage after a unclear notice about Fhuradit Dovoranrciwneral who supposedly returned to work from Sydney on a Saturday dated 7, prompting brief disruption and calls for negotiation.
In a keynote at the Federal ALP conference Mr Scullin outlined a plan to secure a Senate majority to push Labour platform measures into law. He argued for expanded trade and commerce powers, national ownership to boost competition, and stronger regulation to curb monopolies while stressing recovery prospects and a favorable trade balance for Australia this year.
Mr G A Ruler recieves a warm reception in Liverpool on arrival from Ineland to Auilewlin aboard the Tom Thumb in a records event. He praises the plane's compact design and notes long delays at Trindin Maracllles and Rome would have hindered a Austrasia day arrival.
Madrid report on a Cortes decision sentencing Alfonse to life banishment. The article notes the process, approval steps, and anticipated publication by the assembly, with details obscured in the OCR. The fragmentary text mentions penalties and official circulation through the hall.
The president of the Cruse Aw Ciation warns a fall in the exchange rate could depress wool prices and raise costs, harming producers who already sell below production costs. Confidence in Australia’s farming sectors would suffer, with wool growers bearing a heavier burden while hopes for better grain and wheat recovery grow.
The chairman of the New South Wales wool brokers section warns that any exchange reduction will depress wool prices and hit Australian producers. He urges maintaining global trade channels and notes implications for market stability, referencing broader international concerns.
Report on a near final plenary of the Indian Round-table Conference noting Britain to announce policy as leaders debate communal questions. Discussions center on a ten year plan allowing communities to send chosen representatives while factions split on separate electorates and Hindu Muslim concerns.
London reports that the Indian Conference resumes with a push for an arbital solution to communal issues. The British government signals possible coalition moves as Gandhi and MacDonald urge urgent, workable plans while a federal structure debate continues.
In Calcutta on Saturday a meeting of Europeans approved a resolution denouncing policy on terrorism. The chairman said the government was about to move in a manner never before seen, following a secret meeting with law officials the night before.
Paris reports large Chinese forces moving toward Manchuria as Japan seeks to install a Ming dynasty claimant under protection. A League meeting is anticipated to consider proclaiming the claimant ruler with Japanese backing. General Pawenar met Briand and the Soviet envoy to discuss neutrality and railway concessions.
Reported by a Tokyo correspondent troops of mixed arms depart the capital for Manchuria to relieve veterans. Observers note cautious public reaction as trains witness the withdrawal and soldiers march past stations in uncertain times.
Reports describe heavy fighting near Tsitsihar with Chinese forces resisting Japanese reinforcements. General Hare commands Chinese troops facing General Mayhuwh's units in the Taunia Anxaneht railway zone as shelling and trench construction increase near foreign concessions. Civilians and foreign guards flee cities amid rising tension and mutual accusations over alleged truce violations.
Unrest in Napa River district shows Chinese forces holding despite heavy Japanese artillery. Reports suggest Japanese reinforcements will equal Chinese strength and may enable advances toward Takaihar when chosen, with censorship obscuring the true situation.
Airman unhurt after a plane wreck in a maize field near Mininy Egypt. Mollison, holder of the Australian air speed record, landed at Plirtarn Rome and later flew toward Cairo. He arrived in Fougia, southern Italy, then departed for Athens before continuing to Cairo.
London reports Foreign Secretary Sir John Simon and Lord Deall will depart for Paris to attend the resumed League Council meeting focused on the ongoing dispute. The delegates travel to participate in deliberations following discussions in London.
Report details a 28 stone diamond bracelet stolen from a hotel window on November 8. Police tracked a suspect via hotel surveillance and detained two men later questioned for breaking and entering and stealing jewelry worth about £1,000. An out of town gang is suspected as officers continue searches.
Tudor Davies, noted for his portrayal of the son in Car... Vie, was reportedly applauded for his performance before learning his own mother had died suddenly in Coprohagwa. The tragedy adds a somber note to the afterglow of his stage run.
Fragmentary notes indicate Earl Beauchamp plans to live in Australia and pursue the presidency there. The text suggests potential intent to assume leadership, with limited corroborating details and unclear timeline.
The Times reports an upcoming statement from the Board of Trade chief Mr Welter Runsiman on measures to combat dumping of foreign goods. The plan would grant powers to curb imports if proven to flood the British market, with a daily tariff or fine possibly amounting to prohibition in some cases.
A 20 000 strong crowd gathered at the Do main nile afternoon to demand immediate repeal of the Transport Car Ordination Act. The demonstrators united in a resolution opposing immigration and citing loss of liberty and adverse effects on farming employment. Prior to the meeting 4000 white observers attended.
The government announced antidumping duties under the Industrial Preservation Act on timber exported from Russia starting June 17. Officials cited consignments bound for Australia and argued the price was set to disadvantage Australian producers and workers. Local farmers and transport unions expressed concern over impacts on livelihoods and logistics.
Reported clash as Land Forces pursue bandits across rugged terrain near Ajaccio. Leaders named include Andre Boade. Authorities describe strong resistance amid ravines and mountains with villagers aiding pursuit and refugees seeking refuge.
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