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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 07, 1933
Page
1
In Cuba, leaders of the soldiers and national police seized power in a coup d etat. President Senor de Cespedes has resigned and a five-person Revolutionary Government commission is named to govern Havana. The military faction signals a transfer of authority as diplomatic ties and governance shift.
Warships of the United States are being deployed to Washington in a signaling move to protect foreign interests and property. The forces sent aim to deter threats and safeguard maritime and coastal assets amid rising tensions.
The report says Ford avoids action with the Recovery Administration and hints a potential conflict if workers organize. It notes employees may receive a four dollar daily wage soon, with pay linked to Ford's plant plans and possible negotiation efforts stalled if arranged talks fail.
Maibin aged 11 suffered injuries when a lift pinned her hand against a wall. The incident occurred amid a scene with Pip and Co. witnesses. Hospital admission followed as doctors treat the hand and facial injuries.
A dramatic Sydney harbour incident describes a man leaping to rescue a woman clinging to a bridge rail. He dislodges her, reaches the water, and drags her to safety as onlookers watch, while rescuers later pull them apart and continue efforts to revive the near-drowning woman.
In London the Labour Congress pushed for a rapid adoption of a forty hour week. The general council and all unions were urged to act to reduce overtime and expand employment. Arthur May, UK representative at the International Labour Conference, said a 40 hour week could raise employment by 10 to 20 percent.
The Pope received 30 in August. Fifty percent came from broad areas amid a wonderful record of work. Bay ake 16 remembered. One thousand of the pligena whe
The committee stages of the Upper House Machinery Bill were completed in the Legislative Assembly today. Only amendments were by the Minister. The third reading was made an order of the day for tomorrow.
Fragmentary OCR describes Holinese individuals from April, travels to Rome for a honeymoon, and special papal audiences. Mentions the Pope’s early morning access and a library light until midnight for health. Text is garbled with language mix and stray phrases.
A woman identified only as about 65 years old plunged from the hand railing of a bridge into the river and was killed instantly. The body was recovered by water police later.
Australia expresses confidence in its merino wool supply for Japan. Secretary J. W. Allen of the Graftors' Association states Argentina will not replace Australia as Japan's chief wool supplier. He notes Argentine shipments are mixed, with some crumbling wools not meeting demand, and asserts there is practically no merino wool Australia cannot supply.
In a monthly legislative briefing dated Wednesday a member asked the premier if steps could be taken to erect a barrier on the harbour to help those contemplating suicide. The premier said the government was prepared to consider the suggestion. A similar proposal was raised previously but deemed not to proceed, with opposition concerns noted.
In the Legislative Assembly a minister presented an amendment to safeguard mothers in guardianship and marriage matters. The measure aims to place child welfare above competing parental claims, allowing the court to resolve custody when both parents refuse consent. The bill seeks to empower justice in protecting children amid contentious guardianship disputes.
Canberra Chamber of Commerce delegation urged the Interior Minister to back a Canberra Yass railway. Mr Perkins said finance and Treasury approval needed, with final Commonwealth funding from the Loan Council. Estimated 1924 cost £743,736, with £430,000 to Commonwealth. Proponents argued benefits to traffic, freight, and cost of living. critics warned schemes from ten years ago may not win today.
Claude Wallace aged 42 and Eris Newlyn 26 were sentenced to life imprisonment after being found guilty of murder in the Bondi shooting of John Howlant on May 1. The defense argued there was no premeditation and Newlyn did not fire the fatal shot. prosecutors contended intent to kill. Justice Street explained the distinctions between murder and manslaughter.
In Melbourne at the Geelong Legacy Club luncheon, Rev. W. S. Norwood urged handing over the Northern Territory to Japan as a goodwill gift. He argued the offering could bring lasting peace, but warned boundary issues and protection of White Australia policy risks must be resolved, acknowledging potential objections from various groups.
Holland denounced the tariff truce amid disappointment over the World Conference aims to promote economic stability and reduce trade restrictions. She desires flexibility in action to sustain progress.
The Government weighs fare reductions after a recommendation by Chief Railway Commissioner Hartigan. Proposed cuts include country 7 percent, second day 10 percent, suburban 10 percent, and first class raised 25 percent above second class instead of 33 1/3 percent. Government cost estimated at £350,000.
Brigadier General Lloyd today spoke on establishing a cultural academy housed in brighter drill halls. He said the scheme would guide every man aged 16 to 91 through a three month course and see the halls brightened and attractively located as a support to military training.
Four people die when a freight train derails near Howth tram Calenge to New York after a collision with the Past Evie train. Parson Mana aoane among those killed. witnesses report a chaotic scene as the wreckage blocked tracks and halted services.
In a contested hearing His Honour instructed the jury on whether Newlyn and Wallace acted as a joint criminal venture. The jury returned not guilty of murder and manslaughter but found both men equally guilty of the crime’s criminal use of a firearm and imposed penal servitude for life. The sentence, described as the minimum, may lead to release after an extended period with possible parole.
Mr C L Baildey, after visiting major European and American airports, proposed building a large airport for Melbourne in conjunction with the city centenary celebrations. The suggestion underscores plans to expand aviation capacity amid commemorations.
Police clashed with striking workers at a relief depot in Ryde this morning as officers used batons to disperse a crowd outside the Council Depot. Five men were arrested after a confrontation that halted the Government relief scheme and left sergeant Dean punched by a striker.
Reginald Snell and a labourer named Sam faced trial on a stabbing charge after Albert Hughes reported being attacked on August 28. Hughes testified he did not know his assailant. authorities allege a knife was used to wound him in the neck.
The president of the Preach Teen Tennis Association nominates top women players in Paris. Leading figures include Malen Willa Moody Helen Jacobany Round Magy Beriven and others in a ranked list.
A tropical hurricane of terrific intensity roared from the Gulf of Mexico into Brownsville Texas and swept along 200 miles of the Texas coast causing untold damage as it entered the United States from the Gulf.
A hurricane battered Brownsville Texas for 40 hours leaving twenty people dead and extensive damage across the city. Emergency crews worked through the night to recover victims and secure neighborhoods as officials appealed for aid.
A hurricane today devastated Rich Valley in Edinburgh Texas. Two people are confirmed dead and many injured as miles of property suffer extensive damage valued in the millions. Officials warn of continuing danger and urge caution for residents in the valley area.
Lord Rothermere visiting Murray Bay suggests a new monetary plan linking Canadian currency with Australian and New Zealand units at a 26 percent discount to sterling. He argues a universal rate would ease international trade in Wheat, lumber, coal, and Basle metals, allowing Canada to compete with other nations.
In front of a crowd of about 20,000 at Westham Stadium London Australia defeated England 62 to 14. Australia was strong throughout while England showed limited resistance.
The market showed very active demand across sections with buyers competing and prices holding at previous levels. North western districts provided the bulk of quality wool, with excellent clearances and only 27 percent of bales not sold. private entries added 68 bales.
Five high Soviet officials were killed when a plane crashed near Moscow. Names and roles appear garbled in the report but include senior aviation and military figures linked to the aviation industry. The exact cause remains unclear amid conflicting details from the government commission.
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