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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 07, 1932
Page
1
The Governor Sir Phil announces 17 new Upper House appointments to back the reform program. The selections include prominent Sydney country interests and several residents sworn in Thursday. Names include ALN. Binks J. W. Cambridge E. A. Callidy and Dr. A B Gelvin, with careers in property, settler, public service, and military service noted.
Principal Sydney gas companies agreed on reduced charges to ease consumer costs. Newcastle Gas Co lowered by 2d per unit, Balmain Electric Light Co reduced by 1d, with the Aurora Gas Light Co and others already deciding on further moves.
A scrambled report notes NUSTIN MOTORS sales doubling in Australia with exports and servicewire trade amid shifting demand. Mentions JayN DON and Herbert Austin with unclear details on timing and outcomes.
Detroit notes report a mishap during the Harmsworth Speed Trophy race causing American entry to withdraw. Despite the setback, the British team secured a narrow win as leaders faltered and engine trouble sidelined key rivals. Don Howe expresses mixed feelings about a possible comeback, with others offering regret and cautious optimism.
In London on Monday Lord Wakefield accepted the defeat amid mixed reactions. Reporters note his calm demeanor and acknowledgment of the decision as part of the process.
An international conference opened at Hivessa under chairman M Gorges Bonnet to recommend measures for the economic and financial restoration of Central and Western Europe. Delegates and experts from Pi Ponera attend. The chairman urged reaching an agreement to pave the way for the world economic conference.
Cabinet spent hours debating old age and invalid pension reductions. Prime Minister Lyons stated the ministry would not alter its proposal, while a faction seeks party consensus at a specially summoned meeting. Eight or twelve party members discussed votes and possible impacts on the budget.
Police recount the Tieho Hill eviction riot as 30 men on chargers surged. Wonstable Aston mall hut Jum Oliver and other evacuees faced a crowd. Detectives describe weapons and threats as officers intervened. One man allegedly raised an iron pipe toward a detective during the clash.
In Calcutta on a Monday, Phelps retained his status as holder after a dramatic 4800 meter course. Goodsell led midrace but Phelps surged past at the turn to win by a narrow margin, making history with his fifth defeat of the field.
The Daily Express reports nearly 50 000 cwt of Russian butter will be landed in London within three weeks. It will be sold at 9 4 pence per pound, compared with 39 pounds per pound in Moscow.
A damaged OCR passage describes a rowing event with close water between crews. Phelps and an unnamed rival push for distance as a stretch of open water appears. The race sees both boats in top condition with about 4,000 spectators watching the action unfold.
United States Farm Board chairman Charles Btone announced that all wheat and cotton monthly supplies would be held from the market by mobilization organizations and the American Co operative CottonAssoc for the next year.
In Australia and New Zealand experiments test if aluminium foil prevents taint transfer from wood to bats and meat. Mr P Whawn of the Commonwealth Department of Commerce notes concerns over butter box production and safety during the trials.
A London style financial dispute reaches court as a claimant seeks £5,000 in damages alleging improper overdraft handling. The plaintiff contends withdrawals and refusals were altered, and actions occurred in the aftermath of a bank account dispute. The case centers on alleged misprocessing of overdraft balances and related denials.
About 10 to 11 workers at the Mt Kembla coal mine were notified of dismissal after the company decided to discontinue the present system. Remaining employees will be retained under a different arrangement.
Reported turmoil surrounds a Lancashire cotton strike with the Prime Minister returning from Acorn. Ministers for labour and other officials met to discuss possible government action and mediation. A commission examined further steps and potential negotiations to ease the dispute.
The House of Representatives reconvenes to debate bills funding South Australia Western Australia and Tasmania with two months supply for September and October. Prime Minister Lyansy indicated a two to three week delay while measures to amend Financial Kimer gunly Acts aim to broaden tax collection, abolish the gold bounty and cut MPs salaries among other savings.
Summons for direction in the winding up of Untyrand dit rvwing Company filed by official liquidator. Hearing before Mr Justice Gureun this morning. Examination of wit ness to follow after two days’ hearing on Meh Ging August 26. Representatives include Sir Robert Gurrun and Mr G. Y. Kvana for the debenture holders and Mr WH Dickson for John Deanne and legal reps for KL Dufield.
Medbourne Tuesday. The court today heard the application by textile workers seeking a ten percent wage cut restoration. The judge postponed ruling until the Tramunian mill’s wage dispute evidence is reviewed.
The Workers Compensation Commission awarded Maxwell Mughes of LB £618 for injuries in a butcher's shop at North Sydney owned by J Kearney. The decision notes noverminares in the 4 ANMARS machine. Kearney, who was injured, was allowed to pay the award in installments.
The Lloyds Bank Review argues the overall trade tone is cautious with limited optimism. It notes that UK industry could gain by channeling Crug 800,008 more to Industry, though growth remains slower than several years ago and home trade appears disappointing.
A mine at Wonthumat collapses following a protest by miners against the manager. The site is closed and will not reopen. remnant duties and safety checks are underway after the incident.
Tuesday union leaders meet to plan action against wage cuts. A one day strike is proposed by the Amalgamated Barinesra' Vinton delegation as a response to September 1 reductions.
The Transport Command announced a government policy to retrench railways staff. About four thousand railway workers with between five and nineteen years of service will be affected, with potential younger workers aged 16 to 18 to be prepared. The plan may rely on a proportionate basis due to the fund constraints.
Forecast of a state session outlines numerous bills. The Governor indicates measures to aid primary producers, modify the Arbitration Act, extend hospital and debt relief provisions, and adjust labor and tenancy laws. Economic and social reforms aim to bolster employment and market stability.
Melbourne stock market activity surged with heavy trading across exchanges. Prices and readings climbed, led by strong moves in mining and associated shares. The day showed the highest levels in years, with widespread gains and brisk turnover across many stocks.
A Labour Council circular invites all unions to attend a mass protest meeting at Tawa Hall on September 16 against government education cuts, pension changes, and anti Communist campaigns. The notice urges unity and participation in the event.
Public service agencies push to prevent budget cuts amid talks on reducing living costs. The report notes government steps and debates at federal level to maintain funding and avert service reductions.
The Viceroy said no compromise with Congress while the disobedience movement continues and law remains in force. Britain reported progress in India with a large loan reduction and improved credit, as a London roundtable conference was planned for November to seek an agreement on policy.
Adolf Kraummann, a German airman once deemed cured, has suffered a renewed mental breakdown while in Northern Australia. He became violent and was headcuffed by police, then moved from a private hospital to The Reception House for further care.
The Minister for Land announces a shift to a four year average for capital values of Crown lands. Departments will present evidence before trials, adopting an eight period price level rather than the previous five years. The minister argues this four year average yields more reasonable price expectations than the prior method.
Twendas Miving evidence before the Teritt Board today. L. Bader, director of the Paper Industries of Australia, supported retention of the Anty of Id. A Paukel on Clearrite Payor Weld. It was intimated that Australian amokart consumed about 9,900,000 cigarette papers and wally. The process of rolling clears vften wan Inoromaing rapidly.
In Stoney on Tuesday about 40 Crown Crystal Plans Co workers at Alexandria struck in protest against wage cuts. The remaining roughly 80 employees refused to join the stoppage, while management sought to resume operations and settle the dispute.
A government commission reached a pact with the Tanohare Federation to grant a retrospective payment to women teachers. The deal covers up to January 4 and places the value of the back pay within the term of the agreement.
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