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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 12, 1934
Page
1
In Hull New York on Monday the Morro Castle fire inquiry opened with testimony from First Officer Varma and the ship’s mates asserting the blaze likely started incendiarily. Officials cautioned there is no firm evidence of time bombs or a deliberate setup as searchers withdraw to protect operations amid uncertain details.
Berlin communications warn that Germany cannot enter the Locarno Pact while other powers refuse to grant equality in armaments. The note stresses Germany’s position amid tensions over treaty terms and disarmament parity.
A garbled memorandum from a motor accident dispute references William George Draper and a claim against Macpherson Germany and Robinson. The text mentions damages awarded and injuries from a car collision, with scattered notes on liability, bilateral agreements, and an implied legal inquiry without coherent details.
At Balboa Panama Canal aliner Banta Alta reached port under her own power after a fire broke out in her hold. Carbon monoxide gas was rushed 50 miles out to meet the Bante Rita by the Canal Zone tug Favorite aiding in keeping the fire in check. The fire was being worked slowly through the cargo but is now under control.
Cleveland report states the American Chemical Society announced the isolation of protactinium, the world’s rarest metal, valued at a million dollars per ounce. The metal has a silvery appearance and is radioactive with penetrating rays.
Australian wines event at News Hall on Friday November 22 draws guests and collectors.
An unclear report describes a chief justice waking for a meeting after a yearly report. The fragment mentions Mr. Justice Dulty and various names in a garbled line, suggesting a formal judicial proceeding or agenda but with many OCR errors.
A garbled report shows Newfoundland city lottery plans facing refusal from authorities. The government threatens to withhold funds as the commission and local authorities clash over the project, amid unclear details and contested financing.
A Senate inquiry heard testimony on sales of war equipment to many nations including Japan, China, Turkey, Colombia and Cuba. Boley Ltd. described as a British Burphua Arma Corporation agent and the American Arms Corporation were named in evidence. Surplus gear valued around 30 million dollars was sold for use in wars or revolutions in small states, with Boley Ltd. doing large business during Manchurian tensions and crises in South America, often consulting the American arms firms to meet surpluses.
London reports Germany's economy worsening with the Reichsbank cash flow strained. The Daily Telegraph notes Germany buys large quantities of sweepings from cotton spinning walls. Once used for guncotton, sweepings now appear as a potential raw material for distressed textiles.
In Nuremberg on Monday the second annual Nazi congress unfolded amid pomp with 19,000 troops mustered. Hitler, praised as commander in chief, gave a final address condemning the former system. An estimated 779,000 traveled by rail to attend the gathering.
Kingsford Smith completed Perth to Sydney non stop in 9 hours 32 minutes with Mascot arrival at 4.15. The flight reached a top speed of 272 mph and an average of 230 mph for the journey. The plane behaved perfectly and the performance is likened to top American records. In Adelaide, Sir Charles Kingsford Smith prepared for Maylands Aerodrome departure.
In Sydney during October 1082 the Synod moved a constitution by unanimous vote despite surprise. Mr Mant opened discussions and Canon Sullyand seconded stressing diocesan autonomy within wider church life to aid reunion with other Christian bodies. The assembly urged acceptance as is, while Mr Miriam Taylor moved an amendment.
The Cricket Board of Cole considers allowing Mrs Woodfull to England and says the case will not set a precedent. Players hope for loosening rules restricting wives on tours, arguing it could reform the practice and reduce the intrusion on individual liberties.
Folke stone match report shows English Eleven following on against Leveson Gowers XI at Scarborough. Dismissed for 89, then Leveson Gowers bowled well to dismiss fast highs. Parnes claimed four wickets, Townsend Nichola contested. Final scores show 225 all out, with Nichola top scoring 78 and Townsend 51 as Fleetwood-Smith wrapped up the innings. Verity and Hendren among bowlers, Bowes dismissed by Fleetwood.
Police search in Waverley follows the murder of Paul Drashoff a Russian. A revolver found under a bed led to the arrest of a man on a weapons possession charge as investigators seek the killer responsible for the bandit attack.
Ursula Amy Dales of Darlinghurst sues Constable John Parmeter and Samuel Day for 5000 pounds alleging trespass and false imprisonment. She claims police broke into her flat, accused her of stolen property, and took her to the station. Under cross examination she admits naming herself Mrs Sydenham and knowing a man named Byadanham.
The Transvaal gold yield reached a record level with output around 4,084,41. The report notes mining activity and calls for constitutional consideration related to the sector. The figures underscore robust production and market interest in Transvaal gold.
A pilot dubbed Smithy flew from Perth to Adelaide then to Sydney, reaching Adelaide at noon. The aircraft refueled quickly before continuing to Byndnay, averaging 233 miles per hour on the leg, with a claimed record speed of 272 miles per hour at one stretch, surpassing the previous Australian record and marking notable aviation progress.
David Ditton claimed £3000 from Lowes Ltd for a hat believed to cause dermatitis. The court granted Lowes Ltd's request to send the hat to the manufacturers in England for analysis.
A midweek Irish plane crash in Dublin left two people dead and others injured as authorities respond to the scene and fire crews tackle the blaze. Investigators are assessing the wreckage and identifying the victims while the incident prompts questions about aviation safety and emergency response in the city.
A British Graham Land expedition under the leadership of Jabm Myst departs from St Katherine Dock aboard the schooner Bend. The team plans a overland sledge journey of more than 1,000 miles across an uncharted area in Graham Land.
The Newcastle district cricket association debated offering a cash position to Chip-25,000 profit for Deaf Dumb and Blind Children was mentioned along with other unclear items.
Parrot alerts owner to fire danger, rescuing them from flames as smoke fills the room. bird behavior highlights its quick action and potential training value.
Paris reports Compagnie Generale Transatlantique has floated a 120.5 million frank loan to cover construction of the 79,000 ton liner Normandie. The government guarantees interest under a convention offering an annual subsidy of 30 million to 150 million francs in return for mail and other services the ship will render.
Fuzzy August rainfall reports show scant precipitation in wheat regions. Agricultural analysts warn yields may decline as soil moisture remains low and heat persists through later parts of the month.
The Soviet Union won unanimous support in a private League of Nations meeting for a permanent seat on the council. Deadlocks remain on how to implement admission and issue a telegram inviting Russia to join. French and other delegates weighed peaceful conduct guarantees while awaiting formal ratifications.
Geneva dispatch reports Mr Bruce opposing Russia joining the League of Nations. Dr Benes warns of instability if Russia joins and urges responsible action to prevent war. Swedish Foreign Minister Richard Sandier elected president of the Assembly amid tensions.
Fragmented OCR text from Albury Melbourne crime report mentions a murdered woman, an ultraviolet rave, pajamas found, and a police canvass of detectives. It references Melbourne Police Station and New South Wales dentists, with unclear names and dates. details are garbled but imply ongoing efforts to locate a woman linked to the case.
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