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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 19, 1932

Page

2

Country Party declines portfolios over tariff dispute

Sydney reports the Graziers Association executive condemns the Country Party offer to join the ministry as untenable. They cite pre election policy for downward tariff revision and warn that backing a new tariff plan without safeguards would hurt primary producers. Page declines cabinet roles to avoid binding tariff commitments.

Sydney The Graziers' Association Graziers’ Association Country Party Dr. Page Nad!r. Page Australia United Australia Party Page Ottawa Lyons United Party

NSW loan conversion discussed in House of Representatives

In Parliament, Mr Makin questioned why the New South Wales loan terms were unfavourable compared with Imperial and Canadian issues. Mr Lyons defended the deal as a 5 percent loan converted to 3 percent, noting Australia could not expect Britain’s terms. He cited the Canadian issue in New York and warned against broad accusations of repudiation.

New South Wales London Makin Fed. Lab House of Representatives Lyona Imperial Canada New York Lyons Bruce Australia Great Britain Mr. Blakeley Mr. Lyons Blakeley America

Parliament Debates Bananas and Budget in Australia

The House hears sharp swaps on Ottawa tariff policy banana imports from Fiji and Queensland industry fears. Leaders clash over government spendings and a Country Party critique while Mr Lyons and Mr Beullin defend Ottawa talks amid a broader budget debate and calls for banking reform.

FORCE Forde Pug Country Party Lyons Dennis Frank Frennan Bativan Mr. Baker Baker Bam Commonwealth Bank

Noel Coward comedy staged by Canberra Players

The Canberra Players presented a Noel Coward play in three acts to aid Canberra Grammar School funds. The production featured Judith Bliss and a cast delivering witty farce, with strong performances by Mildred McLefau and others and included musical interludes by the City Band, though attendance was lighter than hoped.

Noel Coward Pless Canberra Albert Hal Canberra Grammar Achool Neil Coward Bilcester Manor Familly Jidith Bliss David Botel Simon Jidith Judith Bendy Sorel Mitting Banty Sorel Dawid Myra Jackie Lawih Biss Mies Mildred McLefau Oran David Bliss Pretty Borel Civtaauady Rit Pingel Aeundaes McLaren Myra ‘Aetindel Mra. Garnett Reef Norman Woodspent Gimon Richard H. Beppenho Sandy Mrrol Mise'e. Fraser Pearl Will Bewich

Delay in World Economic Conference Helps or Harms Prices

The piece argues that possible delays in convening the World Economic Conference due to American politics may hinder efforts to raise global price levels. It notes that Ottawa price declarations did lift commodity prices briefly, but lasting gains depend on non monetary factors and broad national resolve.

Hamlet Mr. Green Wwe America Hoover United States Ottawa Financial Committee of The League of Nations Ths

Restoration agitation in Berlin sparks monarchy debate

Berlin reports show agitation over restoring the monarchy with opposition from republicans. Deltrich warns Papen reform hints foreshadow a monarchist move, while Maler notes papen links with Hindenburg and ex-Crown Princes hint a timeline. A coup would trigger a general strike and civil resistance at home. abroad press calls Germany warlike.

Berlin Herr Deltrich Herr von Papen Maler Hindenburg Germany Daily Telegraph Hohenzollern Repubjcapa

Thrilling North Sydney chase ends in arrests

Two young men were captured after a gun point chase through North Sydney streets. Constables Wallan and Wilson cornered and arrested them after a pursuit across back fences and a front bedroom. They face multiple counts of breaking entering and stealing.

Wilson Wall

Mr Bruce’s Return Becomes Parliament Topic in Melbourne

In Melbourne the U A P member for Corto R G UCosE claimed the Resident Minister in London Mr B M Bruce would return sooner than expected. In the House of Representatives Mr Makin pressed for clarification while Mr Lyons said he was in constant contact with Bruce and would relay future movements when appropriate.

Comey Victoria Bruce London Makin Hindmarsh Case Truce Lyons Corio Mruce Corser Ottawa Gregory Western Auustralia Queensland Java Haker Oxley Melbourne Australia Fiji Lannon Brisbane Wheat Farmera AUP Lithe Country Party Country Party Kalgoorlie Texan" Green Kim Truth Mr. Gabb Bernard Rhin Constitutional Club U.A.P Corto R. G. Ucosey 8. M. Bruce House of Representatives Jewel Rosevear N.B.W. State Lab Casey Beasley

Free Labour in New Zealand Sparks Labour Tensions

An uncertain report from Auckland describes employers using free labour to replace striking workers amid mounting industrial unrest. Authorities are investigating the legality of the arrangements as tensions rise in the city.

Auckland Tuesaday

Fear of Angora Rabbit Pest in Melbourne Debate

Tuesday strong opposition to granting permission for keeping Angora rabbits was voiced by the secretary of the Victorian Rabbits Association, Mr Officer. He warned the rabbit menace threatens the pastoral industry and that Angora rabbits could breed and worsen the danger.

Melbourne Ozfered Association of Victoria Officer New South Wales

Fenton Hands Postmaster General Portfolioto Parkhill

Melbourne report notes Mr Fenton officially transfers the Postmaster General portfolio to Mr Parkhill during today’s ceremony as part of government reshuffle. The event confirms Parkhill’s new cabinet role and duties replacing Fenton in overseeing postal services.

Melbourne Turedaoy Fenton Parkhill

Y W C A Conference Welcomes Delegates in Canberra

The Canberra Y W C A hosts a civic welcome for delegates in the afternoon at the Y W C A building. Mrs Tillyard and Mrs Cowan speak for metropolitan and national leaders while district representatives address the gathering. An evening lecture by Miss Constance Duncan on Japan follows with moving pictures and a kimono gift.

Canberra Y.w.cla Tillyard Nnw Iiswiers Y.W.C.A Mra. Cowan Dr. Sweet Canberra Mra. Pott National Y.W.C.A Fowler Bydney Mra. Badmunda Brisbane Lady Kidman Adelaide Palmer Bendigo Breckenridge Newcastle Lady Hopetoun Phe Presente

A W U Delegation Protests Canberra Wage Cuts

A deputation from the A W U Industrial Disputes Committee met Canberra Minister for the Interior Mr J A Perkins to protest a wage cut of 3 shillings per week from the basic pay of £4 5s. The group argued the cut harms rationed relief workers and costs of living, urging more funds for Canberra work and noting ongoing concerns with ration practices. Perkins promised a reconsidered reply within a day or two.

Canberra A. W.U. Industrial Disputes Committee Minster For the Interior J. A. Perkins A. Hinkelry Federal Capital Territory Industrial Tribunal Mr. Hinkeley Cumpston Gardiner Momenthal Iid Public Service Board Hammond Binkeley Parkhill Perkins

Unclear Scraps Point to Local Notice Fragment

Fragmentary OCR hints at a company registered office and headings in a print notice. Little readable detail on names, places, or dates. not enough to identify the event or action.

Excellency Lady Isaac Leaves Canberra for Cooma Visit

Her Excellency Lady Isaac accompanied by Miss D Graham will depart Canberra by car this morning for Cooma to visit Mrs H J Pilysh. She will return to Canberra tomorrow after attending the Fever performance to raise Canberra Grammar School funds.

Vich-Regat Isaac D. Graham Canberra Cooma H. J. Pilysh Bar Vellency

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