14 Oct 1936
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 14, 1936
Page
1
The City County Council reaffirmed its decision to adopt a 40-hour week. Councillor Cramer blasted the move as a waste of public money and warned of potential surcharges from the Auditor General's Department. He cited a precedent in an English council and vowed legal protection for his dissent.
Sydney crowds greet Jean Batten on arrival from Longreach after a 1000 mile flight. She vows to press on to New Zealand and then possibly the Tasman crossing in a single engined plane built by Edgar Petervillee. Officials urge caution but Batten says risk is part of flying.
London reports that Mussolini has sent an expedition to Lake Tsana under Daniele to study its geological hydraulic and geographical possibilities and to prepare a detailed report on findings.
The Opposition led by Mr Curtin pressed for a revision of proposed air mail terms with Britain seeking a maximum three year term. They questioned the value of a long term experimental service and urged a short term agreement to avoid slower deliveries to parts of the Commonwealth.
Berlin dispatch reports Hitler to-night summoned key Nazi leaders to his Berchtesgaden mountain home. London say Berlin notes a possible government move on foreign policy or colonial matters, possibly tied to an Italo-German agreement. The last such summons preceded a major policy announcement two years earlier.
The Dried Fruits Export Control Board in its twelfth annual report cautions Australia to avoid expanding plantings beyond a maximum of 80 000 tons per year. It notes 61 500 tons projected for 1930 36 with 47 000 tons for export and cites Britain’s 1935 imports at 30 725 tons from Australia.
The Daily Herald reports negotiations completed for a multi million pound loan to China via export—in return for substantial orders. The move serves as a warning to Japan and signals Britain's continuing influence in China trade matters.
Japan continues to dominate the combing wool market in South Africa. Prices average two pence to two and a half pence per th, above the Australian market. London brokers deem the competition artificial and unhealthy as buyers in England and on the continent refuse such prices. The strong raw material position may pressure Australian values higher.
The report outlines a proposal to enforce compulsory voting in the February referendum with a £2 fine for noncompliance. It notes 1925 precedents for compulsion in general elections and discusses radio and pamphlet campaigns amid calls to amend the Constitution. Attorney General Menzies hints at bills, while Prime Minister considers placing the five year term question on the notice paper.
The Federal Parliamentary Labour Party meets today to set its view on the marketing referendum. No decision will be made until after the enabling bills and the Attorney General's second reading speech. A proposed constitutional amendment would validate existing marketing legislation without granting nationwide power. Rumors of a broader reform linked to industrial powers surface but lack confirmation. Cabinet hurriedly meets as discussions continue on state authorisation for future extended powers.
No restrictions on photo or planes for the Paris New York air race to mark Lindbergh’s tenth anniversary. May 21 race limits to land planes with wireless gear, 3620 mile course to be finished in 40 hours. Prizes total £10,000 with £5,000 for first.
The Daily Telegraph notes Lord Nuffield sold two million shares in Morris Motors Ltd for £3,750,000. Even after the deal he still holds about five million shares valued in the city at over £10,000,000. The Daily Mail estimates his fortune at more than £17,000,000.
Miss J Chinholm 58 fell from her Bellevue Hill flat window and died instantly. The milkman found her body on the footpath. The tragedy occurred Tuesday in Sydney, with authorities investigating the fatal accident.
Desperate fighting continues at Oviedo as Government troops report gains while rebels retreat to the cathedral and arms factory. Snow lies in nearby mountains and Madrid endures cold. A government decree authorises seizure of overcoats blankets and mattresses for troops as women begin a knitting campaign.
In Johannesburg on Tuesday Gaia rat Smuts addressed four chambers of commerce. He foreshadowed a return to the gold standard at a lower level. He said the outflanking move on Europe's difficulties may succeed and pull them out of the morass.
London report says the Treasuries of England America and France have agreed on tactical steps to operate exchange equalisation funds. The goal is to achieve the greatest practicable stability between the pound dollar and franc, seen as a logical sequel to earlier franc devaluation.
Berlin reports the German Ambassador in Paris has protested to the French government over Communist speeches in Alsace on Sunday, focusing on Thorez who allegedly insulted Hitler and the German people by quoting Mein Kampf. The protest also cites Thorez’s remarks about Blum and the misrepresentation of Hitler Winter Health speech.
A Manila dispatch reports 310 people killed in Eurelos Deuja Province Luzon with hundreds missing after a weekend typhoon. Communications are cut in northern provinces and rice crops are destroyed raising fears of severe food shortages.
German newspapers unite in furious denunciation of Thorez and the Popular Front leadership. They accuse the government, demand Blum repudiate hostile attacks, and condemn banners mocking Hitler with daggers, bayonets, and guns in procession imagery.
The Daily Telegraph reports British ministers fear serious tensions after M Thorez speech. Acute friction on the Franco-German frontier may trigger actions, with Britain's Paris ambassador asked to convey views and urge restraint to prevent incidents from escalating.
Defence Department tests condemn 100000 rounds at Angae Range after riflemen report poor explosive quality of Mark VII cartridges. Spent cases show firing pin breaches and facial injuries noted as consequences. Observers cite unusually poor shooting versus last year as blame shifts to faulty ammunition. New ammunition dispatched to the range today.
In Berne on Monday the Swiss parliament unanimously accepted armament measures totaling 10.8 million pounds. The plan aims to safeguard Switzerland against sudden attacks and to strengthen national defense.
Canberra outlines its major 1927 onward expansion plan for the current financial year. It covers new Commonwealth offices and housing, a northwest intercepting sewer, a new school at Ainslie, and extensive engineering and street works to support growth while funding for defense transfers and normal expansion is allocated.
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