07 Oct 1936
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 07, 1936
Page
1
A garbled OCR passage mentions a president and various political terms, with unclear names and locations. The readable bits reference a president and an ambition for a Commonwealth and city services, but the text is largely indecipherable and lacks coherent facts.
A Edinburgh Labour conference carried by acclamation a resolution deploring yesterday’s Fascist disturbances in London’s East End and condemning the Government for not preventing the march. Speakers urged investigation into Fascist funding and called for non intervention in Spain by a large majority.
Rome reports a 40 percent reduction in lira gold content. Mussolini announces the devaluation to 92 to the pound and 3 19 to the dollar after a cabinet meeting. The communique promises lower customs on essentials and price controls to curb living costs, with no change in banknotes and currency. Britain’s Morrison cites self sacrifice in devaluation moves to aid exports and protect markets at the League of Nations.
The Advisory Council passed a motion to form a sub-committee to investigate unemployed indebtedness to the Government and report to the Minister. It would examine rent arrears accumulated when full employment was not available, and consider recommendations for action without writing off debts, amid concerns of fairness and impact on others. The motion, supported by Mr. Shakespeare, was carried with Mr. Daley dissenting.
The Workers’ Compensation Commission was asked to award Mottershaw, a 14 year old in 1928, a lump sum of £1450 plus £285 already paid. He studied massage in London in 1982, completed exams, and planned to practice in Newcastle after returning to Sydney in July this year with mechanized equipment.
A Tuesday discussion on hospital funding notes a proposed special tax with weekly salary deductions and possible annual reductions after the financial year end. Ministers support a State Lottery as a funding option and view compulsory hospital insurance as similar to a tax with fewer collection difficulties.
The Country Party opposes forcing migration resumption and debates selective immigrant intake. The government hints at limited British skilled migrants, avoidance of debt for passage, and safeguards to protect Australian workers, while States vary on accepting newcomers and the party resists early elections tied to reforms.
At trial in which Jessie Sebine seeks 2000 pounds on the life policy of Jack Babine, the insurer City Mutual Assurance argues the policy is void if the insured dies by his own hand within a year. Babine, a Ryde poultry farmer, allegedly died when his car exploded with a lit fuse. The company notes his finances were dire and other legal actions loomed.
Official sources hail the 15 percent compensating exchange tax abolition on Australasian goods into France as a gesture to boost international trade cooperation. The move is seen to benefit suppliers while France expects a reciprocal response.
Sydney reports Mr. Stevens backs a national insurance scheme advocated at a citizens luncheon. He argues a federal approach would give people permanence and stability, praising Britain’s democracy and monetary policy for keeping money abundant, affordable, and aiding industrial recovery.
The report outlines efforts by stable exchanges to stabilize currencies in accord with Congress. It notes a 17 month period divided into equal daily quarters and designates New Year’s Day as a no-day. It mentions a preference for a fixed aster.
The Secretary of State notes tremor in European currencies as France, Sweden, and the Netherlands devalue and cut import duties to aid national commerce. Italy’s revaluation is welcomed by banks and economists as a step toward parity, while the German mark weakens to 40.22 cents.
Rebels reportedly plan air land and sea attack on Malaga with fifteen thousand troops moved from Morocco in ten days. General Franco heads north to focus on Madrid. fighting persists near Toledo and scattered rifle fire continues elsewhere.
The Dubbo inquest into 22 year old Ruby Green’s death, recovered from the Macquarie River on September 10, heard that Dr Herbert Hurvey attributed death to haemorrhage after an operation. Witnesses linked the deceased to Mrs Inez Clarke, with details of arrangements and payments, as the inquest adjourned.
Police chief Sir Phillip Game had his car robbed at Twickenham while thieves struck, prompting police cars to speed out in pursuit. The incident underscores the reach of the thieves and the ongoing security concerns for officials.
Melbourne commentary argues that Australia cannot absorb all unemployed and should not invite overseas workers unless they have employment prospects capital and suitable type. The speaker urges state ministers to coordinate on migration policy.
The Council of Nations today urged Poland to accept a task concerning Danzig. Polish government representatives responded, signaling intent to address the issue and seek a peaceful resolution with involved parties.
Japanese efforts to establish wool raising in Manchukuo face challenges as experiments sponsor stations try to induce natives to adopt scientific methods. Crossing native sheep with merinos is claimed to produce strong clips, but progress requires time and money.
The tabulated trade figures show increases in Britain's imports from Australia and other nations. Key Australian exports to England include lamb, butter, eggs, pears, raisins, wine, and wool with varied dollar values. The document notes overall export values and specific commodity totals for 1936-86 and earlier years.
The state cabinet convened to review upcoming retreat plans and belt policy decisions amid ongoing administrative discussions. Proceedings focused on security, budget implications, and adherence to departmental guidelines. Officials emphasized timely action and coordination with regional agencies.
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