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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 02, 1933
Page
1
A chaotic East Coast wave of strikes and protests challenges the Roosevelt era National Recovery Act. Resignations surface from key officials as debates intensify over enforcement, wages, and hours. The administration reports progress with hundreds of thousands under the code framework, amid disruptions and political pressure.
Prime Minister Mr Beanell told Montreal Board of Trade Canada cannot imitate all phases of the U S National Recovery programme. He noted Canada as the sixth exporting nation faces competition from high specialized industries and cautioned against shorter hours and higher wage rates as an experiment in revival.
In Melbourne, a council and industrial research inquiry faces uncertain cause and methods as pine plantation pests ravage Mount Inca and beans suffer heavy losses. Officials seek action, while representatives from Lilydale and other areas await findings.
A fragmented sentence hints at native people, names possibly Linly or Linly for therapy or weaving. The text mentions a meal plan, water, and non-specific provaganas. Details are unclear, but the snippet suggests cultural weaving activities and health or therapy context without concrete events.
Darwin clerks debate expanding punitive action in Arnheim Land after killings of Japanese miners. cabinet to be consulted while the region is described as an Aborigines sanctuary. Officials clash over whether killings were justified and how to handle frontier friction.
In Adelaide on Friday two young boys aged 0 and 4 drowned when floodwaters overwhelmed a ford on the Hut River near Claire. The Langridge family, with Robert James Langridge and wife, were aided ashore by Captain Moore of the Salvation Army as their car was swept into eight feet of water.
Sydney auctions for the week of the wool selling season show an average price of £16 19s 6d per bale, equating to 2.7d per lb. This compares with £10 17s 4d per bale the same week last year, or about 8.26d per lb, indicating higher overall average values.
Heavy rains caused the Torrens River to burst banks flooding Findon Road and suburbs west of Adelaide. Water reached four feet in places while the main road to Victor Harbor was inundated. A car was swept away and a body found downriver. one boat crew rescued two boys.
A Daily Telegraph naval writer cites Tokyo sources claiming Japan is exceeding Naval Treaty limits by rebuilding submarines at Yokosuka and Kure. Components and welding plants are ready, with 60 ton destroyers designed as high speed vessels over 40 knots, featuring crew chambers for efficiency.
In New York Thursday organized labor presses for a shorter work week. Federation of Labour president William Green urged reducing hours from 40 to 35 and even 30 hours. He cited about 4 million workers absorbed into industry since codes began and noted around 11 million workers remain.
The Central Council of the Trades Union Counsel adopts a report denouncing dictatorships and warning that Britain faces ruthless exposure to aggressive regimes. The advisory stresses fear of propaganda and possible industrial financing shaping events across Europe.
Pravda reports success in breeding emus for meat and eggs as a food source in Moscow. The article notes acclimatisation of the birds and hints at possible further supplies but does not clarify import status.
A fragment discusses a trade union resisting temptations to undermine democracy and opposing dictatorship from both right and left. It notes a council educational campaign in Britain about rising outrages and claims German Social Democrats lack organization at certain frontier points for planned campaigns.
Reports from Riverina indicate further valuable rains with many centres recording over an inch. The heavy falls spanned southern and southern eastern districts, bringing improved soil moisture and potential relief for crops and pastures.
The Director of Agriculture Mr He A McDonald said yesterday’s rain improved conditions across the wheat belt. Nearly the entire belt received good falls with Riverina spared, aiding crops and preserving futures outlooks for the state.
The General Court heard a complex matter involving Jaman Patrick Bolwer and others, including Maury Delabane Keown and Thomas Alert Miller, accused of conspiracy tied to Australian Mortgages Termite. Proceedings referenced jury expectations and disputed facts, with a judge noting questions about interposition and the second morieaays timing.
Jack McLatosh, 99, of Colne, was shot in the head after a dance on Mr. K J White estate. A girl-linked dispute sparked the fight, a diary-like note was found, and McLatosh died in Melbourne Hospice. Moreton’s guardians await settlement until the heir reaches 95.
Three main Irish appetition parties Cosgrave National and Centre plan a Friday meeting at their headquarters to discuss a possible fusion. A Daily Telegraph report suggests a definite amalgamation is near, potentially stopping Mr de Velers appeal to the country. The Daily Express expects Conclave rather than General O'Dulty to head the new National Party.
Wheatgrowers urge government to impose a tariff on flour for domestic use to fund the wheat quota program. Provinces prepare protests claiming the tax would raise food prices and burden consumers.
James Brows, a bootmaker of Rydney, remanded at the Central Court until September 15 on a perjury charge. The allegation concerns false statements about employment and movements on April 3 related to the Craig case over the Henle O Connor murder at National Park. Bail set at £60.
London reports a sharp controversy over an impending biography by Kenworthy. He claims Labour plans in 1981 to push aside Ramasy MacDonald for Arthur Handerson as leader, while Lord Snowden denies involvement and warns against upheaval within the party.
The Prime Minister of Canada and leaders including Murray Ray discuss re convening the World Conference. They predict a return to session, either in full or in part, once America completes domestic consensus. The aim remains addressing world problems despite current strains.
Yesterday's murder of Professor Lemingan alarms the large German refugee colony in Czecho Slovakia. Rumor of a £700 price on his head prompted denial from Lessing who mocked the tale. Czech Slovak interior minister says at least one in the Jewish-Czech area may be implicated, with police detaining twenty locals as police dogs scour for clues.
Fragmentary report notes Berlin papers applauded a murder related incident tied to Professor Leas. The texts mention a claimed celebration among some German readers and widespread backlash amid the public reaction.
Report from Nuremberg notes massive turnout for the Nazi Congress with hundreds of special trains bringing attendees. Hitler reportedly frowns on a women’s convention to be held Saturday, while observers expect state leaders to address the event. details remain unclear as messages from the city mention women’s involvement but lack specific plans.
Berlin Thursday President von Hindenburg appointed Captain Goering a General of The Ketchawetz in recognition of his service in the liberation of Germany. The move signals elevated status for a key Nazi figure amid ongoing efforts to consolidate leadership across the regime.
English papers echo a mixed verdict on the Kangaroos visit, with some praising the forwards and others deriding open play. Critics note the Australians’ knack for short passes and close exchanges while lamenting a lack of sensational moments and higher standard expected by English crowds.
Incomplete OCR text provides limited readable facts about a special arrangement review. The legible portions reference information services and area coverage but lack concrete names, dates, or actions to anchor a clear news item. The fragment hints at procedural context without substantive details.
A report by Building Group representative Megovern accuses Lang ALP Executive of orchestrating a mass attack on the Inner Group at Lang Labour army and the Labor Daily. The piece claims the anti Labour press will be used to push issues denied space by Labour.
The Daily Express reports London hides about £60,000,000 in gold stored in safes and vaults across the city. Most belongs to foreigners who moved funds to London to evade home country laws, with only a small share owned by British subjects.
The paper notes a report adopted at a Plamers Union testing session and mentions imbedment into the State organisation. It also reports on a Tull by-election where vice-president C Matthew moved to remove Messia, Dr. Grant, and A C Willin from the ballot, despite ongoing discussions.
A slum clearance project in Liverpool was approved by the Corporation Housing Committee. It calls for demolishing 12 742 slum houses and building 15 802 replacements to house 40 000 people. The multi year program will employ about 1 800 workers and proceed over several years.
Sydney court hears Wong Wah Gee will directions for disbursement of £4000 to the Chinese Commercial Association Ayana and a memorial to New Bat Tau of China. Judge rules WAW Chamber of Commerce to receive undistributed funds for descendants queries void two legacy gifts as uncertain. Testator’s estate valued at £1000?
A brief report notes the theft of horseshoes from a train horse during an incident near Saeatonica. The item value and assailants are unclear due to garbled text but authorities were alerted and are investigating the disturbance at the scene.
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