23 Nov 1931
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Nov 23, 1931
Page
1
Report says Chiang Kai-Shek will personally command operations as about 50,000 Chinese troops gather at Chinchow. They threaten to overwhelm Japanese troops, prompting expected Japanese counterstrike in self defence.
The Nanking Government protests Tokyo over Japan’s occupation of Tsitsihar and warns of grave consequences. Japanese scouts report General Ma Chan-Shan’s main force near Harbin ready to counter attack while he telegraphs Chiang Kai-shek that retreat was strategic. Clashes rise at Shandai as Japanese quarters face stone throwing. The Kuo Min Tang Congress appeals to overseas Chinese for aid.
The Morning Post reports wide opposition to the Westminster Statute Bill. In Parliament, Dominions Secretary J A Thomas lead a debate on equal status terms while Churchill Amery and Cripps voiced varied views on empire links and dominion autonomy. the second reading passed without a division.
The German Government has formally requested the Bank for International Settlements in Basel to appoint a special advisory committee. The panel would conduct a full investigation into Germanys economic and financial position regarding its obligations under the Young Plan.
Bungendore detectives probe charred remains found after a large paddock fire. Blood smears on branches and a heavy blow near ashes hint at foul play. Investigators seek relatives of missing prospectors and items recovered include a burned gold wristlet watch a match holder and a key marked THMVI2ZTI with Vaun TM.
Sir Frederick Kenyon announces a group of Greek papyri acquired by a renowned collector. The leaves, some in Michigan University Library and private hands, span from the second to fifth centuries and include major biblical books and Revelation, with all four Gospels and Acts in one bundle.
The Financial Times notes Sir James Mitchell’s claim that self government was most progressive but says conditions have changed. It states the movement shows an unsatisfactory position and London regrets meddling. It hopes a way is found to preserve stability in Australia.
The Government Savings Bank of New South Wales and the Commonwealth Savings Bank boards have agreed to amalgamate subject to New South Wales Parliament and Federal Treasurer approval. Ten per cent deposits with a £10 minimum are available now, with full old balances to follow when depositors support the merger. The Rural Bank and Advances for Homes departments may operate until a broader state policy is formed.
The article outlines a proposed National Savings Bank with non political state and Commonwealth representation, linked to a central bank with statutory reserves. It calls for immediate currency facilities to meet emergencies and urges public release of the agreement pending approval by New South Wales authorities, Parliament, and the Commonwealth.
Agents General gathered in the House of Commons to discuss Westminster state rights and seek remedies. A simple form ula, likely acceptable to the Government, was found after consultation with the Dominions Office. Mr Boyce proposes amendments to limit Commonwealth revocation power and address extra territoriality and colonial law issues.
A brief editorial note outlines inclusion of Reuters World Service and other overseas intelligence sources in a compilation, asserting rights and accessibility in Australia and New Zealand. It emphasizes arrangement terms for distributing the overseas intelligence content.
The Indian policy controversy centers on a proposed scheme tying provincial autonomy to later central responsibility. Conservatives fear an early Commons vote could topple the government. Sir Samuel Hoare reportedly considered resigning. Winston Churchill leads opposition to the plan.
Briand announces that Japan has agreed to a commission of inquiry for Manchuria. He appeals to China and Japan to seek an understanding as German delegate Von Mutius warns League fate hinges on resolving the crisis without breaching peace. Briand stresses stopping bloodshed before and during the commission’s arrival.
Sydney reports that the Governor agreed to Lang’s request for extra appointments days ago. Lang had a firm assurance by Wednesday that 25 posts would be created, but the Premier delayed announcing the move until Friday.
The Beasley group holds balance of power as the House of Representatives nears a Wednesday session. A motion for adjournment to discuss a Royal Commission or parliamentary inquiry into charges against the Federal Treasurer Theodore risks being treated as a censure. The Prime Minister Boullin would oppose a committee into his Treasury. The Opposition could topple the government with Beasley support, but the group has so far been absent or aligned with the government. An early May election looms amid uncertainty.
Eleven creditor countries invited by the debtors' committee to Berlin to discuss a further agreement on Germany's private debts after the standstill expires in February.
A catastrophic explosion at Bentley Colliery half a mile underground near Doncaster kills 34 miners and leaves many injured. Rescue teams, doctors, and officials work through the night as hopes fade for some, with a second blast complicating operations.
Gray defeated T. Howard by one point in a playoff to win the state close championship at Manly links. Gray posted 147 over 18 holes while Howard scored 148. Richardson trailed at the 16th hole and stopped to pick up his ball.
Full inquiry investigates charges by Senator Dunn that as Dalley representative in the House of Representatives he manipulated funds for personal political gain from a £5000 allocation for Pepalia at Cockatoo Island Dockyard, drawn from a £260,000 Parliament appropriation for special Christmas relief for the warmplored.
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