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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 20, 1933
Page
1
James Kennedy a 16 year old schoolboy missing from the district reappeared at Civic Centre last night. He entered a confectionery owned by J Canakdy around eight o clock, bought bread, and when asked where he had been replied just roaming about. Police characterize the sighting as a stray appearance amid ongoing inquiries.
Ulm aims to set a new England to Australia record with a non stop Derby to Sydney hop timed around 1 day 18 hours 45 minutes. The plan includes rapid refuelling at Derby and a bold push to beat Kingford Smith’s 1 day 4 hour 47 minute mark, weather permitting.
A report on the House of Commons discussion led by Prime Minister Lyons regarding the Second Reading of a bill. Ministers and deputies debated amendments and potential government acceptance, with key voices from Mr Ford and others citing constitutional concerns and the need for far reaching reforms.
Washington reports farm prices up 4. a year end figures show gradual gains since 1929. President Roosevelt signals not yet enough improvement and factory employment partially restored. Department of Labour notes a 2 percent advance through September, with steady job recovery but cautious outlook.
A fragmented report mentions a shooting in Far North area near Camoowhat and Alexandria with a claimed fatality. Details are unclear due to OCR corruption but reference to a mistaken identity incident at a works location is noted alongside a local official named Minton and a station in Queenaland.
Consular officials from France and Italy met in Canberra with Prime Minister Lyne and Minister for External Affairs White to discuss draft trade treaties. The talks mark preliminary steps toward formal negotiations and mutual tariff reforms. Lyons indicated no action on tariff schedules until federal parliament acts, but expected completion before year end to enable early operation of trade deals next year.
A miner named Carlyor Cara fell about 40 feet in the Herculan mine at Benito during a shift Thursday. The accident happened while a ratchet on the main shaft winch was in operation, leaving Cara seriously hurt as he slid near Beale Street.
President Roosevelt announced the Liberty Bond issue of 100 million dollars had oversubscribed nearly four times the amount. A crowd gathered as polls looked on and a sudden disruption occurred near Northbourne Oval with police securing the scene. The event included a mysterious pursuit and a planned reveal of a Bay wwercoat, amid rumors of a wielder in close proximity.
A leading physician unveils serious weaknesses in British stock markets, detailing systemic vulnerabilities, diagnostic concerns, and proposed reforms. The report frames the predicament as a medical crisis for finance, urging swift oversight and targeted remedies.
A London report from Wednesday describes Lord Horder and Lord Mordor in a controversial debate on eugenics during wartime. They claim voluntary state sterilization and selective breeding could improve public welfare, with critics warning of coercion and harmful social consequences.
The British Cabinet met for over two hours and agreed that further steps on disarmament should proceed with full agreement from the other powers. The ministers will reconvene after diplomatic exchanges with Paris Washington and Rome are completed. Sir John Simon remains central as the government awaits a report to the King on the talks.
The Daily Telegraph notes a remarkable tone shift in German related articles. Earlier pieces criticised other nations for recent events. now the Italian government is cited in relation to Horr 2ld or polles.
Two infants ages fourteen months and two weeks died today when a petrol filling station and home burned after a petrol glove exploded. The blaze spread to a fuel tank outside, causing a bart and small explosion that engulfed the structures while the parents were inside.
In a Geneva broadcast, Hitler outlines the peacetime course and says German unity hinges on foreign policy. He proposes cooperation with former opponents at the price of backing his aims for German honour and peace, while party rivals face the plebiscite campaign's focus on foreign policy.
Lord Lloyd warned that Germany cannot attack France amid arming. He urged renewed commitment to world peace, saying Britain should not trigger preventative war while treaties bind them to offer no guarantees for disarmament. He argued Parliament must judge what constitutes agreement and cautioned against entangling Europe in broader conflict.
The president of the Employers' Federation Mr CM Nis Donald criticized current industrial policy as harming Australia's industries. He urged reduced taxes over the next year and called for end of inter state fair competition. He lamented slow federal uniform industries legislation and criticized union leadership for not uniting employers and workers to resolve ongoing industrial friction.
Horrified schoolchildren watched Mrs. Emenie Osterman, wife of a cordial manufacturer executive, leap to death from a bathroom window in a concrete court. Doctors say she acted from suicidal mania after locking herself inside. The broadcast gathered a crowd as she plunged, five minutes of peril ending in tragedy.
In Melbourne the House debated meat industry issues as Mr A Blakeley questioned ministers about land lease reductions and back wages. Four hundred meat workers returned to work in Melbourne after a pause in the local meat export trade.
In North China unrest fueled by the Sino Japanese conflict and boycott cripples normal commerce. Vast smuggling rings reportedly operate from Dairen and other rail towns, pouring goods into the interior through passes to evade duties.
An executive statement outlines possible interest rate actions and payment terms. Discussants consider a 41 percent rate and fundraising conditions for advancing funds, with cautions about coordination with the association and external creditors.
In the New South Wales Legislative Assembly Mr Reid of the Country Party outlined a plan linking British unemployment relief funds to Australian land settlement. He proposed selecting the best from England’s unemployed and channeling British support to develop Australian spaces, stating the English government and people would benefit while empty areas in Australia would be developed efficiently. He praised the budget and called for swift action.
A fire trial update from Berlin describes a tunnel inside the Reichstag linking the porters lodge to the Reichstag palace area. Officials report arson use and hint at suspected forces behind the blaze.
Washington reports an option to limit high salaries in large industries. The Federal Trade Commission announced it is examining 1000 companies for possible ties to executive pay increases, signaling regulatory scrutiny of top earners.
The Secretary for Works Mr Vourgaud announced a road programme for the Federal Capital Territory. He said the program aims to eradicate dust with bitumen surfaced roads and most work has already been carried out.
An obituary item notes the death of Bartram Murray Anancist agent of Rose Bay in April. Probate value is estimated at £89,000 with £100,000 growth. The deceased left a number of bequests to relatives.
A Sydney works meeting at Thuredur decided to continue the voluntary levy on June to support Victorian strikers. The move aimed to align with the Victorian branch of the Australian Beak Employees Union during a wave of sympathy actions.
The Loan Council meeting in Melbourne will discuss funding for the Works programme. No concurrent conference will occur. Discussions will focus on guarantees, invitations, and provisions to rotate the osc. the loan may be issued toward year end.
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