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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 06, 1933
Page
1
Geneva report from German source says negotiations are at a standstill. Baron von Neurath will not return to Geneva, deeming British quota proposals unacceptable.
Canberra faces a proposed reduction in electricity charges after a department review. Officials have examined the cost structure and a report recommending lower charges is complete, awaiting decision by the Minister for the Interior.
A serious turn in the wool and basis workers dispute saw men reject returns to work until the Commonwealth Arbitration Court reviews the award. A Federal Arbitration Court conference aimed at settlement concluded with expectations of an early solution. Employers promised no victimisation and potential full absorption of workers. unions vowed not to resume until pay and award terms are settled. Financial and moral support was pledged by the Trades and Labour Council. The wage sample noted an average weekly pay of £2 10s. The meetings sent a telegram to Judge Boeby in Melbourne.
Government outlines £486 164 public works plan for Canberra this year. Key housing drive funds 118 new homes including eight cottages for Printing Office staff at Kingston and 14 cottages at Manuka. Additional cottages planned across the city with £40 000, plus £111 400 for further cottage construction and £151 400 for Joan Fund works over two years.
Relief to be passed on through industry and trade to consumers draws broad approval from the community. Retail traders and graziers welcome federal tax cuts, with expectations of further land tax abolition as prosperity outlook improves.
The text notes a 1d reduction in tea price may not reach consumers immediately because overseas price factors offset the cut. It mentions tax relief anticipated from Gov evacuation of the tax field, and comments by officials on insurance loans, mortgages, and trader impacts.
Secretary M. C. Dunlop of the Primary Producers' Union says primage and sales tax relief will lower the cost of many necessary farm items, a welcome help for farmers.
The president of the Chamber of Manufacturers Mr. C. V. Potts said manufacturers welcomed relief from taxation in the budget but fear the government action on tariffs and exchange may offset many benefits. He noted the need to address unemployment by reducing production costs.
The share market shows a favorable response with improved sentiment after entertainment tax removal. Noon trading saw a record volume of stocks released and bought, while some stocks declined due to profit-taking.
The Times and The Daily Telegraph laud the Australian budget with higher credit and tariff concessions. Coverage notes renewed confidence, expansion of mark goods and central value, seeing Lyons proposals as likely to aid recovery. The Times highlights near-term improvement, while The Daily Telegraph calls it the most heartening in years.
In Paris Captain Goering tells Le Soir that Germany does not desire war and cannot crush France, noting the general staff may like conflict but the people would gain little. He states Germany must have defensive weapons and questions if anyone is willing to meet Hitler to discuss Franco German quarrels.
A party crossing the river from New South Wales to Victoria swamped their boat in high current. A boatman tried to save a woman but became entangled in his woollen jacket. Two children drowned. one man and others were involved in aiding and visiting locals.
Flood danger in the northern inland rivers was easing with no new rain, waters subsiding overall. Narromine area remains serious with Collarenebri reporting the Barwon River a few feet below flood level this morning.
Melbourne report from the Auditor-General reveals significant deficits in state records. An amount of £1,111 is missing from the State Electricity Commission head office and a £1,940 embezzlement by a Springvale Necropolis officer is noted.
Testimony in the Reichstag fire case cites a student hired by Torgier who resembled Van der Lubbe and a possible double. Witnesses agree the man linked to Van der Lubbe appeared in Reichstag matters in 1932 but details remain contested.
President Roosevelt told the National Conference of Public Areas that about one billion dollars from all government sources would be available for relief next year. He said he had attempted leadership, but the recovery would reflect America's wholehearted response.
Senate critics argue the move to appoint Judge Lukin to the Supreme Court of the Federal Capital Territory is flawed. They note Lukin would draw salary plus a pension from Queensland and imply duties would be light and payments excessive. The bill’s third reading is set for tomorrow.
Queensland Railways show a profit for the year ended June 30, first time since 1913. The Railway Commissioner reports a profit of £57,674 for the year.
Sir Charles Kingsford Smith departed Brindisi after an excellent leg of his journey from England to Australia. He left England at dawn Wednesday and arrived here at 4.30 pm yesterday before continuing to Baghdad at 3.30 am. He expects to reach Sydney on October 12.
The strong downstream current swept a boat toward the Vic side as waves rose and several passengers were drenched. Upton clung to the craft and was carried downstream and has not been seen. Edwards, a woman, and a child were left struggling in the water.
In Melbourne the Victorian Upper House sat with 65 members but nearly lapsed for lack of quorum. Bells rang as 5 members remained. twenty minutes later 18 were present and the sitting neared the required 20 with opposition members pushing to reach quorum.
Australia's export values rise prompts Mr Lyons to propose optimistic fines. British traders welcome actions to secure a goodly share of Australian purchases, aiming at stronger local sales.
Melbourne report notes Mr W M Woodfull has not yet replied as Thursday passes. Officials expect a response to the pending matter and indicate it will be addressed in due course.
The article notes a renewed push to feed six million schoolchildren facing a harsh winter due to under nourishment. It also mentions malaria draining works and a worsening national bonus strike situation with fatalities and two critical injuries in coal fields amid ongoing dye workers and tool-makers strikes.
Judgment reserved in a transport case involving an appeal by an entity against a part of South Wales Transport. Court to review the arguments presented and set a date for ruling.
London reports the New Zealand loan was oversubscribed and subscription lists were cloned in 36 minutes, indicating strong demand and rapid book building for the issue.
A parliamentary note states that since October 12, 18323, 11,174 invalid pensions and 1,1082 other allowances have been voluntarily surrendered as part of budget measures.
Washington reports the first formal attempt by the debtor to settle wartime obligations. Sir Frederick Leith-Rose will meet officials including Mr Acheson and state department economist Mr Liversey to search for a workable formula as talks start tomorrow.
A short weather update from Mollison Flight reports practical conditions and noted atmospheric observations. The item highlights current winds and visibility affecting flight operations.
Mr Hawker of the UAP sought details on when the trade treaty between the Commonwealth and New Zealand would be tabled. The Minister for Commerce Mr Stewart said the agreement would be tabled simultaneously in both parliaments on a fixed date that could not yet be disclosed.
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