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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 12, 1931

Page

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Fashion Trends Reported With New Spring Styles

Fragmentary notes describe latest spring fashion including one barry white and bro accents. Material IMENT hints at fresh silhouettes and color updates.

In Trouble From Nearer The Trouble

Fragmentary OCR text shows unclear phrase about trouble and proximity. Readable elements reference being in trouble and nearer location or time. Unable to determine concrete persons or organizations from the readable portion.

May Prelude to Australian Financial Developments

London reports on Australian banking links with a massive Sydney bank capital and British officials monitoring Australian affairs. A Vienna/Vlustratian political figure is cited as connected to the leak, with speculation that Britain may push reforms as Australia moves toward recovery.

Vlustratian T Hat Australia Commonwealth Imall

Premiers Conference Talks Banks Risk and Finance

Melbourne reports that discussions between premiers and the Commonwealth Bank Board focused on government finance and bank credits amid private bank input. Officials expect a final decision by tomorrow with banks likely to align to national employment goals.

Melbourne Commonwealth’ Bank Board Robert Gipson Life Commonwealth Bank Board Morrow

Sydney Bank Seeks New Les After Lottery Direction

Fragmentary text shows Sydney on Friday with banking context and a State Lottery direction seeking new les. unclear entities include Savinks Jones Trepartment and Whiddong mnOW. no clear date beyond Friday.

Sydney Savinks Bank Jones Ita Eig Beatae Ag Achadlines

World gold stock and money supply update

Federal Reserve Bank notes the United States monetary gold stock on September 9 stood at over 10 billion dollars, nearly half of the world’s gold. Money in circulation in the United States on the same date reached about 2.01 billion dollars.

Washington Federal, Reserve Bank, and Need United States Aworld United Ten Doljara

New York Boxing Bout Ends Amid Controversy

In a dramatic eighth round the challenger Berg floors Borg with a slam and the crowd erupts as Borg struggles but rises and continues. A local ruling later ruled a foul, altering the bout’s outcome under the usual rules.

New York Borg England Berg

Johnson Case Cross-Examined at Royal Commission Session

Sydney witnesses recount cross examination in the Johnson case during the Royal Commission sitting. Ragged testimony notes intimidation claims by former crewman William Anthony Euugby, who testified he faced pressure and sought police protection in Adelaide. Johnson concludes questioning with a plea for mercy.

Sydney Jacob Nfon William Anthony Euugby Nh Johnson Adelaide Victoria Adelaides Johnson Poul

Tamworth Woman Wins State Lottery Prize

In Tamworth on Friday the state lottery awarded a £6,000 prize to Mrs. Romon Runvell and two other winners, including Mrs. Solomon. A local photographer reportedly learned of the fortune only at midday when she saw Ayrencoven near the Tamworth ally Lander.

Tamworth Romon C. Runvell Solomon Ayrencoven Tamworth Ally Lander

British Budget Plans to Cover Deficit in Postwar Tax Shakeup

The report details a sweeping postwar British Budget aimed at closing a 7 million pound deficit with significant tax hikes. Chancellor Philip Snowden defends stringent economies, with income tax up 6d in the pound and reductions in allowances. Suppressive measures include higher surtax, beer and tobacco taxes, petrol levy, and entertainment tax, plus cuts across education, health, and civil services.

Weather forecast for south eastern Australia notes heavy rain

The State Meteorologist said a large disturbance covers most of Queensland with heavy falls likely in south eastern Australia between the canal and the slope. Warm conditions will be followed by a sudden cold change as a low moves eastward. Fine weather expected in western divisions tomorrow and along the coast by the weekend.

Sydney Mares Queensland Wouth Australia

Dole Coupons Trafficking Rumors Reported by Labour Department

Allegations that dole coupons were turned into cash and gambled in the State lottery. Claims that merchants offered basic coupons at discounts up to 50 percent and that trafficking in coupons was highly profitable with participants including coupon holders using proceeds for betting.

Sydney Department of Labour and Industry Frusterore Cefa Wold

Bank Caper In Equity Court Seeks Appointments

In Sydney on Friday an application to the Chief Judge in Equity was heard on behalf of the Primary Producers Bank seeking the appointment of Harl Chandler and Robert Hill as hauldatora of the bank. On behalf of depositor Cecilia Nicholla an appointment was sought for Alexander Jobson and Alexander Campbell as managers. The applications were adjourned to next week.

Sydney Equity Court Primary Producers' Bank Harl Chandler Robert Hill Haulda‘tora Bank Cecilia Nicholla Waa Alexander Jobson Alexander Campbell Mquida Lore Wolly Pext Weel

Tax changes spark fears of higher burdens and pension cuts

The article notes widespread concern over income tax hikes and allowance readjustments that will raise taxes for many while delaying relief until the trade price stabilizes. It cites examples: a single man on 2600 with two cars facing 63 pounds versus 32 previously, and a married man 40 pounds versus 19. A man earning 1000 pounds could pay 163 instead of 425, with others similarly affected. It mentions Busines s interest groups and Sir Eric Geddes arguing for exemptions on industrial petrol, while insurance benefits for a family drop modestly and overall wage relief shifts from five to ten percent.

Steud Eric Geddes Imperial “Airways Imperial Airways

Budget Reforms Spark Press Debate in London

London editors largely agree the budget is sweeping yet fair across the community. The Morning Poet notes the 2 000 000 000 five percent war loan would be voluntary with notice and possible repayment. The ally Express argues Snowden must sweep economies with wage taxation or tariff measures to balance the budget.

London Snowden Vcity Alate Thare 'Wall House of Commons Britain Crown Dominion

Budget Labour Paper Attacks Budget Figures

The Labour press criticizes the budget as unfair saying sacrifices fall hardest on low income workers while high earners escape proportionate cuts. It claims 64,090,000 pounds of 70,000,000 budget savings come from direct attacks on wages and services, hurting the town amid financial peril.

London Daily Herald Snowden Snowden Han Pringner Ninpnen

Gas Companies Dividends Curb Considered by NSW Panel

Sydney and Newcastle gas companies face a proposed legal limit cut from eight to six percent after a sub committee report. A gas regulation commission and tighter control of utilities may be established. Early closing and Saturday half holiday provisions were debated with country members opposing shop registration outside cities. Nearby relief work and dole considerations were noted with no firm decision.

Bydney Labour Cauda Sydney Newcastle Éompinita

Courtroom clash over libel suit as judge rebukes bar remarks

In the Supreme Court today Hugh McIntosh sues Triathi for libel claiming 2500 pounds. During the hearing Justice Halie Rogers and barrister Mack clashed over expressions at the bar. The jury found for the plaintiff with nominal damages.

Bydney Halie Rogers Kaeve IE Supreme Court Hugh Triathi Mack Justice Russell Tichborne Commission Windbyer K.C Sunday Times Harry Rickards Tivoli Theatres McIntosh

Man Prays For Honor While Appealing Manslaughter Verdict

Justice Stephen sentenced Gustav Reichhardt to eight years imprisonment after a manslaughter finding in the death of Mrs. Emma Philbrook at Surry Hills. Reichhardt, 34, claimed he believed he could not be convicted of manslaughter after an acquittal on murder. He said he would appeal and spoke of defending his country Sweden’s honor.

Bydney Stephen Gustav Heimer Reichhardt Emma Philbrook Surry Hills Sweden

Custody Variation Sought Over Convent Child Tale

Nelda Richard Joseph of Bald Ridge Breeza filed for a variation of the custody order concerning his seven year old daughter Florence Annette Clift. The Reverend Mother at St. Brigidine Convent Randwick opposed removal due to the mother Laura Eileen Clift's visits outside hours. Justice Davidson adjourned the matter until Monday with the child to remain at Randwick convent in the interim.

Richard Joseph Lift Bald Ridge Breeza Davidson Florence Annette Clift St. Brigidine Convent Randwick

Government Savings Bank Opens with 17,792 New Accounts

First week results show about 20,000 new accounts expected. By 3 PM the head office had 17,792 accounts. tonight's business and country returns not yet included in the total.

Sydney Government Savings Bank

Savings Bank Deposits Rise Significantly in Australia

For the year ended August 3 there was an increase in deposits at the Commonwealth Savings Bank of £2,075,511. New accounts totalled 104,130. Accounts open on August 1 stood at 1,424,866 and depositors' balances totaled £50,656,473.

Sydney Commonwealth Savings Bank

Woman golfer sets course record at Kensington Links

Misa Tolhurat, in the second round of the women’s golf championship, broke the course record at Kensington Links in match play with a seven stroke margin over Mrs Pennefather. Other results include Miss Slack defeating Miss Wray, Miss Lefebre over Miss Ham mond, and Miss Mona McLeod over Mrs Tressone. Officials will finish semi finals Monday.

Sydney Misa Suale Tolhurat Tory Kensington Links Bowen Pennefather Brand Misa Tolhurat Miss Slack Mies E! Wray Miss Lefebre Miau J. Hammond Mona McLeod Tressone

Butcher Cecil Cowell Guilty of Wounding in Sydney

At the Central Criminal Court Cecil Cowell a 23 year old butcher was found guilty of feloniously wounding Joseph Patrick Slevin with intent to murder. He shot at Slevin at Slavin's hotel in Katoomba on July 1 and also fired at Constable Sadler though missing. The jury returned a verdict of guilty and he was sentenced to death though the final punishment rests with the Executive Council.

Sydney Central Criminal Court Cecil Cowell Joseph Patrick Slevin Crown Beatur McKean Slavin Katoomba Cowell Stevn Fred i Rovalvér Blevin Badler Hlevin Sadler Sana Hia Executive Counel

Life ban upheld for owner and Landlock trotter

Captain G J C Dyatt secretary of the Victoriah Trotting and Racing Association said no appeal was made against the life disqualification of owner J Dempagy and the bay trotter Landlock. Landlock disappeared from the police depot stables after Wednesday night’s meeting. The association voted to bar Dempway and Landlock for life, noting Money Spider had not shown as strong a form in New Zealand.

G. J.C. Dyatt Victoriah Maite J. Ja ‘Dempagy Trotter Botlice Dyatt Vavt.a R. A Dempway Bay Polding Hey New Zealand

Premier Lang Returns to Sydney With Mortgage Bill

Mr Lang returned to Sydney from Melbourne and said he would bring before the Assembly next week a bill reducing interest on mortgages. The measure is expected to cut rates by 2.24 per cent with a minimum of five per cent and would be retrospective to September 1.

Sydney Lang Melbourne Hea Beford Assembly

Time Off Replaces Overtime Pay For Public Service

An important determination by Commonwealth Public Service Arbitrator Westhoven concludes that overtime pay Friday and holiday duty will be replaced by time off in the Commonwealth Public Service. The ruling limits the application of the act to specified personnel and those under Governor General declarations following Public Service Board recommendations.

Melbourne Commonwealth Public Service wiMr Westhoven Commonwealth Public ‘Service Act Public Service Board Public Service Arbitrator

A L P Branch Proposed in Canberra

At a Canberra Labour Party meeting it was decided to form a branch on the north side of the river to serve Labour sympathisers. A Tuesday meeting is planned at the Allendale Hall with a general canvass already indicating strong local support.

Canberra A L.P Iiver Alnelle Hall

Jury deadlock ends Newtown eviction riot case

In Newtown a jury failed to reach a verdict after a long night of deliberation in the eviction riot case involving 19 men. The defendants were discharged and remanded on ball to return for trial when called.

Sydney Newtown

Round Table Conference Proposal for New South Wales

Sidney Friday reports on Hj Gordon Bennett proposing a round table conference of NSW business leaders to discuss rehabilitation and draft further legislation to restrict costs. The idea aims to unite state interests and accelerate economic recovery.

Omey Sidney I Sok Manufactury Gordon Bena Todey New South ‘Wales Costa

British light aircraft faster than jet rivals say RAF official

Flight Lieutenant Atcherley reports that Britain's light aircraft exceed the performance of similar class jets by about 40 miles per hour in trials for the United States Army, as he returns to England from Cleveland.

Montreal Britain United ‘States “Army Jaccording Atcherley England Cleveland

Milan to London Flight by Italian Flyers

Fragmentary report notes a Milan to London flight by Italian pilots. It mentions breakfast in Milan and a leg to London with a distance around 160 miles, timing unclear, and references to Monaco and Mellerte.

NION Milan Monaco Mellerte London

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