09 Oct 1929
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 09, 1929
Page
1
In Sydney a combined mining committee meeting today considered the Premier's call for a settlement of the coal dispute with owners. The conference faces likely pre-lockout conditions and may fail to reach an agreed solution.
At Newcastle Court today Joseph Brallara Bower, 36, and others, miners, are sent for trial on a charge of fraudulently obtaining money from the funds of the District Branch of the Miners Federation. About £240 was involved in the alleged misappropriation.
In mid ocean near Melbourne on Tuesday Anthea reached part of the crew from the ill fated F Hall after the ship’s terms occurred. The deck was blown up and the crew were picked up amid albatrosses and other sea experiences.
A fragmented report notes civil servants and committees planning trains and a charter plane tour for an election campaign. Nationalist speakers will address Downe electorate, with Canberra organizers moving to Gwydir and then to the Darling Downs to rally support.
Reported crowds of richer visitors flocked to Sydney and Melbourne during a holiday weekend. Tourists in Canberra sought the Federal Capital view and Parliament duties, while others filled parts of the day with sightseeing and late arrivals. Weather noted as generally favorable.
British Prime Minister and Hoover discuss Anglo American issues in London as invitations go out for a naval disarmament conference. The Australian press agency notes that separate representation for Dominions is not yet raised. If convened, Dominions may join under Geneva 1927 system. MacDonald’s senate speech cited with Hoover and MacDonald comments. Washington reports confirm Dominions’ potential participation in January conference.
Mr Ramony Macdonald was welcomed by applause at a House gathering then visited the Senate to urge a new understanding among nations. He called for girding the loom of peace and favored trimming naval tonnage as part of Kellogg era arms reductions.
Senator Swanson praised Mr. MacDonald's address as a step toward reducing misunderstandings and forging amicable relations between Almerica and Great Britain. He said the speech would foster better understanding among peoples and cordial relations with all nations.
The Helly Herald publishes a cabled interview with Scullin predicting a big labour victory. An editorial comments on the broader federal action and calls for the Commonwealth to unite with democratic bands, reflecting imperial government tensions.
Washington reports a joint statement by President Hoover and Prime Minister MacDonald after returning from the fishing camp. They say they reviewed all questions that might cause friction and progress has been made with ongoing conversations. The widening talks reportedly cover naval matters, world peace, the Anglo-American Arbitration Treaty, Liverpool shipments, and sea freedom ahead of disarmament talks.
The State Department late today received through General Dawra an invitation to join the five power naval conference in London in January. The invitation mirrors those sent to Japan Italy and France.
The New South Wales Returned Soldiers League urged the Prime Minister to invite General Sir Ian Hamilton to Australia for Anzac Day and attend the next big match.
A storm wrecked the Danish ship Inmer Hauken off Bloroe at 12 knots. Captain Michael Birsem perished after being thrown into the sea and clinging to a rock. Dozens drowned, 69 rescued. electric system failed and crew fought to save passengers. The Norwegian steamer San Lutar rescued survivors hours later. The Arnsinn Jarl also grounded nearby with no lives lost.
The third Canberra election debate pits Dr L W Nott against W M Hughes in North Sydney. Nott denies allegiance to any single party while dispute arises over a self written April Canberra Times statement. Nott failed to address a Canberra union meeting and polled only 161 votes in the contest.
The report states Captain Hugh Croevenor plans to attempt a flight from Australia to England early next year. He has recently resumed his position as A.1 and will relay details to the Governor of the dominion.
Dr Page arrived in Sydney after weeks on the road covering 4000 miles. He noted broad government support across electorates and critiqued Labour leaders for not denouncing breaches of the Arbitration law, strikes against awards, and arson of ballot papers. He warned of Australia's economic plight and attacked schemes like a new Commonwealth steam line and insurance programs.
Dr. I W Nott Nationalist candidate for North Sydney faced a delayed meeting in Macquarie Place where his noon speech overlapped with Civilian Defence Committee speakers a few yards away. Shakespeare and Braddon also linked to the scene.
Wool sales in Sydney Tuesday totalled about 12 000 lots with robust bidding from Japan, Russia, and Germany. Auctions sold 8 041 lots and 1 964 were sold privately, with better class lines holding last week’s rates while inferior skirtings and faulty flower declined. Greasy merino wool reached 17d and comebacks 124d per thousand.
British Economic Mission delegates and textile chamber reps gather in Bradford to discuss measures to preserve Britain’s share of the Australian market. The talks focus on Australia’s willingness to admit imports from the United Kingdom despite manufacturers' current production limits and cost pressures.
The Dominions Office clarifies the upcoming Imperial Constitutional and Economic Conferences in London. Both body cite authority from the Imperial Conference yet serve different aims. Lord Poshield to preside with Sir William Jowett likely delivering opening remarks. The Economic Conference is planned to precede the 1926 Imperial Conference and is urged by Dominions ministers.
The Kangaroos Ruby Learne team prepares to meet Castleford on Wednesday with key players Holmer, Rawn, Well, Kaedwell, Madsen, Justice and Kingston in a forward line.
Tokyo dispatch reports authoritative sources indicating Japan will lift its gold embargo soon. The move is expected to boost gold flows and may influence Australian wool purchases as markets react to the policy change.
The Chief Electoral Officer Mr Farrar released enrolment figures for Australia ahead of the election. The national total is about 4,025,000 versus 9,444,768 in the last November poll. State totals follow: Victoria 1,025,862. Queensland 480,391. South Australia 24098. Western Australia 212,984. Tasmania 114,510. Fire totals for New South Wales expected today.
The Coal Commission resumed public sittings at Darlinghurst without miner representatives. Secretary for Mines Mr Munde reported 1926 coal output of 5,448,197 tons with 13,755 in royalties, average royalty sixpence per ton, vs 4.63 pence in 1911. Estimated coal reserves under State Act total 1,104,000,000 tons across districts. Miners later appeared. Mr Davies sought union representation due to government aid cuts and was allowed counsel for the unions.
Cricket writer Mr Mum Warner, guest of the Authors Club, compares English and Australian cricket. He argues England must rely on young bowlers like Clarke Foose Goddard Robina and Alan Peebles with a batting core of Hobba Woolley Hammond and Ratcliffe. He believes bigger wickets are here to stay and hopes Australia adopts them. He pays tribute to Victor Trumper as a great batsman.
The National Wool Growers at their annual meeting approved a proposal for a 600000 dollar central sales corporation as outlined by the Federal Farm Board. Representatives of about 85 percent of U S wool and mohair growers endorsed the plan, which aims to take effect before year end. The Real's Mr J H Thoman promised the meeting will be held in Canada.
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