15 Sep 1931
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 15, 1931
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR notes reflect a dated transit or schedule item mentioning names such as Simone and AKenia DIC likely. Details are incomplete. the readable terms suggest a transit or event record but lack full context or clear actions.
Fragmentary report notes the United Country Party and allied groups in Australia discuss unity for the next elections. Mentions efforts by leaders including Charles Hardy and ongoing activities across the week without clear outcomes.
The article discusses costs for a proposed complex in a capital area, including housing for a mayoral figure and a plan to erect a combined facility. Details on rest services and rental housing are uncertain. Proposals reference a budget around 280 000 and potential timing shifting to next year.
A Sunday disaster in Belize provoked a 1200 death toll roll call with bodies burnt on five funeral pyres and crude graves. The hurricane aftermath left Mono suburb in ruin as fires, plagues, and looting disrupted relief. Authorities warn the outbreak spreads rapidly amid chaotic rescue efforts.
Flight-Lieut. Stainforth, after triumph in the Schneider Cup, broke the world three kilometre speed record with an average of 386.1 mph over six runs. Four counted laps recorded 372.1, 404.3, 377.1, and 390.2 mph. Authorities plan to install a Rolls-Royce engine for a further attempt toward 400 mph within days. Boothman then won the Reynolds Trophy by breaking the Red record at 257 mph, completing seven 31.17 mile laps in 8 minutes 2 1/8 seconds amid massive crowd at Solent as destroyers and liners watched.
Government securities held by more than 7,000 depositors in the Savings Bank will accrue interest tomorrow. Depositors from the old division will have funds transferred to new accounts in the new Business division, making money immediately available. About 20,100 new accounts have been opened, most of which belonged to former depositors.
A state lottery update reports many prizes remain unclaimed. Director notes funds undrawn as winners from early draws have not claimed amounts, with inquiries expected to determine totals and next steps for prize distributions.
Fragmentary report from the Jace 2 Inquiry in Frederick referencing police, previews witness, and a claimed offer of employment. The text is garbled but suggests connections to a hotel incident and a motive tied to convicting someone named Johnwon.
The Weld divorce is mentioned before the acting Registrar of Divorce Mr H T Wood today. An application appeared for Mia Felt seeking an order directing her husband to pay costs and for the taking of evidence on commission at Los Angeles. The acting Registrar is asked to extend the date of the term of the commissions.
An 11 year old from Newtown rejoined her family after a week missing. Inez Reptimsband faced charges of abducting the girl amid a tense investigation into the incident.
State cabinet discussed a bill to reduce rents for agricultural leases and renewals of land leases in certain areas. The Agricultural Lessees Relief Bill would empower land boards to fix rentals and amend the Rural Settlement Amendment Act to improve income for farmers.
Melbourne report from the Victorian Wheat Drawers' Corporation shows exports abroad totaling 25,966,782 bushels valued at £2,702,736. Advances to growers stand at £2,618,877, calculated at 3s 1d per bushel.
A hired seaplane crashed in mist at high speed, killing Arwen and Booth instantly as it struck near Laith Mul Burney. The event follows a prior crash at the same location, with rescue efforts underway and investigators surveying the scene for causes.
A general Federal election is likely next May as half the Senators must run before mid next year, prompting speculation the period could save time. Labour Party centrists plan campaigning around the White Bank reform while the Premier’s Plan remains a backdrop. The government awaits the bank’s reply on financial aid and existing works before the Prime Minister conveys results to premiers.
In Styria the Heimwehr seized six towns and briefly set a dictator, Dr. Pfreimer, in Vienna. The socialist leadership issued an ultimatum to the President, warning of civil war if the government did not act. Police and troops recovered two towns as rebels, headquartered at Looben, faced a swift crackdown and arrests. Prince Btarhem bere among captured leaders.
The Soviet Timber Tariff Board considers expanding an inquiry to include production conditions for timber used in Australia and Canada. It cites dumped shipments of Rumian timber, notes prison labour in Russian timber, and argues for a dumping duty or entry prohibition to support Australian credits.
An affidavit before Justice Halse Roger in chambers shows Australasian National Airways Ltd seeks to resume air services in the summer months, possibly in park or city routes. The affidavit supports an application for relief under the Monatorium Act against Port Jackson Aviation Co. Ltd. The judge postponed the judgment until January amid pending arguments.
Donald Grant of Labour wins the Sydney City Council by election by a narrow margin over independent R H Diamond. Voter turnout shown in Philip Ward reflects local support for the Labour party amid the resignation of F B Miller from the Tram Port Co-ordination Board.
An explosion wrecked the Budapest express injuring and killing dozens. The blast tore rail and hurled debris across the countryside, with survivors left in shock. One engineer from London was critically hurt as a note warned of further action by unseen associates.
French airman de Mervia plans a flight from Brisbane to Noumea in a high risk operation reported today. The attempt, part of a broader project for France, involves a voyage across the Coral Sea with a projected distance
M Herriott in Gueret warned against portraying France as the world’s banker. He urged France to conserve its industrial and agricultural character and cautioned against exaggerated claims about French wealth.
In Sydney on Monday two Victorian women golfers advanced to the semi finals of the women's championship of Australia with Mian Tol huret defeating Slack and Mow, Slack. The Kensington was tomorrow. Rive up mn. four to way, Mim Mena, acto Vile.
An irregular report notes German airmen Willy Rofy and Christian Johannen, with Viscount Comte Vige, taking off on a flight toward New York. The message mentions rumfodent for Wi hours, and passenger pay 440 for the journey.
Lyons argues lower wages will revive industry and restore employment at Feller Works, claiming an eventual £6,000,900 impact while noting Japan's dole status and broader economic strain.
A French airman died in a mid air explosion during a mission. A survivor named Doret described the event and indicated the loss occurred as fog hindered navigation. Colleagues reportedly perished after impact and authorities investigate the cause.
Banks agree to Premiers Conference plan creating a fund to pay wheat growers a bounty of sixpence a bushel on all exported wheat if the price stays at or below two shillings sixpence. The payment is administered by the government and forms a Commonwealth pool in effect.
Government reply denies establishing a non-official post office or public telephone at Manuka. Investigation shows current facilities with letter and telegram deliveries and two street pillar receptacles meet public needs. Revenue from a public phone would not justify the expense.
A meeting of the Primary Studu ome Bank of Australia Ltd. in Queensland discussed a resolution to place the company in voluntary liquidation. Directors indicated creditors aimed to prevent liquidation, while Hawidi. t ien unieme Lagubdat fore appointed were volunteers for the process.
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