07 Oct 1931
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 07, 1931
Page
1
A damaged OCR fragment describes airmen Panghern and Hern landing at an airport after a long Pacific flight. It mentions weather, navigation, and a near mishap with the ship on the right course, with references to a Western Lands Commission and other unclear details. The record lacks coherent facts due to text corruption.
Thomas A Edison, famed inventor, remains seriously ill at his New Jersey home. Reports describe mental drowsiness and a dangerous condition, with physicians uncertain about his recovery and possible complications from recent ailments.
A Melbourne gathering over a proposed company in North Queensland ended in a fracas after police were called. The scene involved attendance by Mr. Lawnarina and others as tensions rose amid debates on capital and mining ventures. A man named Coote allegedly shot at Macwpson after hearing the verdict, with three others wounded.
Disturbances rise in Shanghai with six Japanese destroyers arriving from Japan and more flotillas at Sasebo waiting to move on China. Panic spreads among Chinese outside the foreign settlement as rumors of occupation and suppression of anti Japanese sentiment circulate. Officials debate intervention and the League of Nations monitors Japanese withdrawal from Manchuria.
A late night blaze in Lismore caused extensive damage to multiple businesses including Kolene Two big Wore and Jaiis Drapery. Firefighters evacuated over 3,000 people from the area as crates and packages exploded, with property loss estimated in the thousands.
Lord Broachaven, in a London address, urged a new Australian orientation toward national self reliance. He warned Britain faces empirewide tensions as Parliaments gain power, praising Australia’s capacity to unite and endure while proposing Parliaments act cautiously amid imperial concerns.
The Council of Churches plans a public moot in multiple parts of the state on November 29 to protest a new tariff on Bibles. Officials warn of potential fallout for religious groups and urge unity against what they call government actions harming faith communities.
In Berlin on Monday the paper predicts Dr Curtius may resign tomorrow and Dr Bruning to take over Fateten Affairs. The move aims to calm unrest among the unemployed as winter approaches and indicates a reshaped German cabinet under Bruning to tackle hardships.
Police arrested Vincent Voll and Frank Gioranito, described as leaders, along with four unnamed men and several women in New York after a deadly attack near a hotel that left one child dead and four wounded. Citizens demanded accountability as police faced calls to resign and a $4,000 reward was offered for the suspects.
Police arrested four men for selling "community" lottery tickets in the city. They operated a system where payment of 1 shilling granted access to a seventh share of a lottery ticket. Four men appeared in court. three were fined £1 and the fourth's case was adjourned to tomorrow.
In Athens on Monday Kingsford Smith discussed his condition after an interview. He said limited recovery was expected, with plans to travel to London for further assessment and potential treatment guidance next day.
A London dated report discusses Turkish authorities seizing control with a veiled note on airmen lacking proper papers. It mentions risky travel to Turkish territory and the desperate use of a passport approach as a last resort, implying friction over travel documents and official checks.
A vast illicit network in India allegedly arranging drug and arms contraband was revealed at Alipore. The prosecution tied smuggling depots to Calcutta and Delhi with links to Rangoon Singapore and Japan. The conspirators used hidden chambers and electric wires, with Europeans including a former Calcutta police sergeant involved.
Chilean Kaleban Montero ascends to the presidency after a tumultuous vote marked by disorder. The post was to replace Carlon Iba, who fled to Argentina. July turnover expected as overthrows played out.
A December 14 session will open a four day inquiry into a company as the Australian House debates a moratorium. Officials discuss legal measures and broader implications for business activity amid regulatory review.
Juan Anderson, a contractor, appeared at the Central Bummona Court on Tuesday to answer charges of falsifying tax returns for the year. He was fined £200 and ordered to day his compensation to the Income Tax Committee.
A fragmented report notes passage of remaining emergency legislation and royal assent, marking completion of government food supply measures. The proceedings reference briefings and readings, with the home stretch of the finance bill noted as near completion.
Mr MacDonald arrived at Buckingham Palace at 9 15 am to brief the King on dissolving Parliament. The Daily Telegraph predicts immediate dissolution with nomination on October 17 and polling on October 27 amid party allurements. MacDonald meets L G with a plan to seek dissolution after Wednesday adjournment as ministers rally.
In a Scarborough Labour Party conference address Mtr. Binney Hirst warned of a looming clash between workers and privileged interests. He denounced tariffs and credit protection, pledging Labour will oppose capitalist coercion while defending trade recovery and wages.
At the Labour Conference in Bearborough, Arthur Henderson urged dissolving Parliament as a possible move. The conference, by a large majority, empowered the Labour parliamentary executive to enforce discipline on Labour MPs in the Commons. Independent Labour member Breckway warned Independents would keep meeting separately. The scene featured boos and taunts, including a chorus of For He and Jolly Good Fellow. Maxton urged the independent faction to fund four contested seats without Labour aid.
Ten Labourites named for Hesham London seat including Mr. MacDonald and Mr. Bloomfeld. Coxon, secretary of Hesham Labour Party, also nominated. Commenting on MacDonald nomination, officials cite grave constitutional principles. The dual underliment of the candidate with the National executive is noted.
Canadian business circles show optimism about the Canada Australia trade situation as goods are gathered to be shipped aboard the Canadian Constructor for a return goodwill voyage on October. The cargo will include Canadian products not duplicating home items already en route.
Melbourne pro-Victory newspaper owner W H H Waddell petitions the Full Arbitration Court for a wage reduction across journalism staff amid three-year-old award terms and stringent financial conditions. He pledges to maintain Newcastle Herald circulation prices and job stability if granted.
The Midland Bank monthly review quotes a Big Five banker praising the pause on the gold standard. It asserts the outlook remains calm and confident with no ground for panic or flamboyance, labeling Hellain's plight as overstated and urging restraint in reaction.
Continued heavy withdrawal forces more bank failures with closures in Philadelphia and Williamsport Pennsylvania, Washington County Pennsylvania, Spartanburg South Carolina, and Canton Ohio. A director’s death triggers closures, signaling turmoil as markets react to abandoning the gold standard. International cooperation urged to counter global slump.
Meak of omy national Bottiament plans a scheme for revising the world standard. The decision is to be discussed by directors on October 1% as Meak of omy debuts, with global sentiment and currency movements noted. Gold prices edge lower at 108/8 an ounce amid mixed British and Commonwealth funds.
In the House of Commons Lieut. Colonel Moore asks if steps will divert all surplus food from the Dominions to Britain to prevent shortages for consumers. Mr Lloyd George says the matter will be dealt with in ordinary channels and there is no reason for much delay.
A noted exchange rate update is postponed beyond year end with the plan to introduce a revised rate before the new year. Central banking officials indicate a controlled adjustment remains on the timetable, though specifics are not yet disclosed.
A garbled OCR style list shows exchange rates and currencies for Paris New York Ammersam Wilan Morin Mockholm Cunchanneas Madrid Montreal with varied figures and multiple errors. The readable items indicate different currencies such as francs lire peseta kroner and dollars with mixed amounts and statuses.
Fragmentary OCR note mentions South Wales and named individuals with unclear dates and actions. readable items include scattered names and numbers, but content is incomplete and factually uncertain.
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