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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 26, 1931
Page
1
Melbourne Friday Mr William Anglies MAL member of a large exporting firm urged producers and exporters to unite and push export trade. He forecast a tremendous rise in demand for Australian products, noting August and September had been the busiest since records began.
C E Whittaker chairman of Shipping Representation said the de shippers have signed an agreement to ensure normal trade and space provision. The statement notes that shipments were above normal and sponsors would be relied upon to provide space as needed.
A clash arises between the State Government and polar explorer Sir Douglas Mawson over printing records of the Australian Antarctic Expeditions from 1912 to 1914. The government seeks legal opinion on recouping expedition assets. In 1920 Premier Holman agreed Mawson would print and publish reports for up to 5,000 pounds within five years.
In Geneva on Thursday France rejected the Italian proposal for a one year armament truce. The move dismisses a potential easing of tensions as talks continue.
Friday’s K Trevaiian MLC stated that practically every sheep in Australia is sold today as the market absorbs 0 percent more than last year. He noted keen buyers and a large export meat demand despite price movements. England’s lower standard shifted Australian products, enabling banks to extend credit and boost demand for wool wheat and butter. Co rnlive companies hold stock to be placed at enhanced values with the main gain in wool marketing. Prices of primary products are expected to trend upward without raising consumer prices.
A Dortmund correspondent reports detectives linked an engineer Moner his wife and mother in law to a triple murder over a postage stamp. A philatelist warned the valuable gem was missing after a table reveal. Police focus on the stamp as the central clue amid a murky motive.
In Valateina authorities report arrests of the town mayor and police chief on charges of robbing victims of a Vienna air crash. They allegedly looted a victims’ shelter and tampered with a petrol tank to set the wreckage ablaze to mislead investigators.
The Education Minister informed Sir Douglas no decision on continuing printing could be made as specimens and assets were handed over to the State Government under the agreement. Sir Douglas cited slow printing and delays from the Antarctic voyage, proposing a £1,500 vote for printing in Adelaide and noting £6,600 spent so far with specimens held until manuscript preparation ends.
Adelaide reports Sir Douglas Mawson expressing disappointment over New South Wales Government decision not to print the expedition record. He notes much manuscript has waited long awaiting publication and that other readers will seek copies elsewhere when final reports are released. He says explorers worldwide offered services free of charge.
In the House of Lords Lord Marley asks if the government will take steps to secure the bank rate in the interests of industry. Lord Melchett says the high rate steadies speculation more than harming industry. Lord Peel notes no government control over the rate, a Bank of England matter, while the rate rise signals Britain’s stance against inflation.
Gold was nominally quoted at 1032 6d on today, showing an increase of 3 5d since yesterday.
Australia faces a potential ten per cent fall in pound sterling exchange that could reduce costs by about £3,000,000 annually. The Prime Minister will consult bankers in Sydney on Monday as part of a lead into a bankers conference. The piece notes larger benefits to Empire trade and higher costs for external debt, with the exchange pool coordinating London and Canberra funds.
Paria correspondent of the British United Press reports proposals for an economic alliance between France and Germany to be discussed by M Javal and M Ariand with German ministers this weekend. The plan covers industrial cooperation shipping steel production and air transport with Germany taking lead on an emigration scheme to ease unemployment. France would seek ongoing consultation on political and economic questions.
Archibald William Phipson, 83, of the University of Sydney Medical School, faced Burwood Police Court for September 21 offences. He allegedly pretended to Noah Walter Smith that he was a sheriff officer and could square a jury for £600, seeking £150 by false pretences to defraud. Sergeant Poole noted the case involved Mrs Walton Smith, plaintiff in a suit against the Truth newspaper. He was remanded until October 2.
Draftees on England secured a ten percent premium for a few hours yesterday, later canceled due to speculators. Today business traded at par, with a 14 percent premium announced for tomorrow. Confusion unsettles the market as the Johannesburg Stock Exchange awaits guidance from van Ormer.
A young man allegedly stole 18 pounds 10 shillings from the Union Bank counter at Pitt and Hunter Streets this afternoon. He attempted to leave, was overcome after a struggle, and held until police arrived. A second depositor chased and grappled him at the door. A charge of stealing was noted at the police station.
The Times argues for an early national election to secure a long term government. It says only a truly national appeal can satisfy the world and guarantee a stable, long lasting National Government, even if the reasons seem indefensible to reason.
In the House of Commons and Lords statements by Mr Baldwin and Lord Reading indicate the Government will see the Economy Bill and the Finance Bill enacted by Friday of next week. These laws aim to restore and maintain national financial equilibrium as the first emergency phase ends. The Cabinet’s broader plan on the trade balance will only be clearer after this milestone.
Sir William Clarelesn at an associated Chambers of Commerce meeting telegraphed Baldwin and Samuel urging persuasion of tariffs on Britain. He argued Britain’s trade policy was mistaken as prices were too high and goods dear, while the world sought British products and reform was needed to boost exchange.
About 4 000 Britons have already left the Riviera for England. Today's boat trains were crowded with passengers, many traveling in the corridors due to limited seating.
The secretary declined to reveal the meeting spot for nude bathers as police plan weekend checks. It is believed the group has been sunbathing at a South Coast resort, where deportment by the bathers has been reported.
Ernest Daw of Manly had a fortunate escape when his car lost control on a steep North Bridge hill. The vehicle crashed into an iron fence, Daw was pinned by the steering wheel and extricated after considerable difficulty. He is in hospital with concussion.
In Toronto a report states the discounting of the Canadian dollar by the United States could prevent the Canadian team from being sent to the 1932 Olympic Games in Los Angeles with reductions up to forty percent.
A Morning Post correspondent reports the currency situation as gloomy with Independent Experts noting likely follow-on effects for other major currencies. French trade dependent on foreign demand already feels the pinch as the pound weakens.
The Morning Post editor warns that speculation caused a severe stock market slump and urges caution despite metal price rises. The Daily Herald cautions that a rapid sterling fall could raise living costs and notes concerns about the gold standard and its impact on industry.
The government will distribute £3,000,000 supplied by banks as a production based relief for wheat growers rather than an export bounty. Farmers will receive about four pence halfpenny per bushel on all markets, via production certificates negotiable at banks. A bill to enact the scheme will be introduced soon. The crop estimate for next season stands at 176,000,000 bushels.
In Melbourne a Full Court hearing on a mandamus seeks a license for Johnson of Lucinda Queensland under the Transport Workers Act. Justice Blarke calls the act an outrage to liberty, noting it restricts work to soldiers or union members. Judgment reserved.
A busy session in the Legislative Council saw late sittings promised by the Vice-President as MPs debated the Moratorium Bill and the Interest Reduction Bill. Adjournments were secured by Mr. Boyce with plans to reconvene Monday and Tuesday while Assembly messages on the Boiler Inspection Bill await consideration.
Arthur Wade of the Evening Standard argues Britain leaving gold standard would require a common Empire exchange rate. He says a uniform pound across the Empire could push preferential tariffs and shift trade balances, boosting Empire exports while raising costs for foreign goods. He notes risk of unequal value inside versus outside the Empire.
In Hong Kong a wave of anti Japanese sentiment disrupted daily life. Police faced a heavy day as rioters attacked Japanese premises and shopfronts, with a Japanese ship captain assaulted. Authorities clashed with protesters. emergency squads baton charged and several arrests followed.
A former premier urges action on wage, hour, and price reform as DOLE faces calls to shift policy. Critics say the proposal aims to lower living costs while addressing inflation and labor market pressures.
Former New South Wales Labour Premier Mr James Dooley urges a simple plan to cut weekly working hours and reduce commodity costs, plus a one third cut in the basic wage to just over £3 a week. He claims shorter hours would absorb the unemployed and save dole costs, estimating about one third of the population unemployed.
Kingsford Smith sped over Singapore at 11.18 am en route to Victoria Point. A letter dropped at the Singapore air base shows his determination to break the record with a curt note, Sorry I cannot stay in a real hurry this time.
A speaker argues that shared employment would aid the jobless, noting commodity price cuts raise consumption. He compares pay and living costs in Australia, America and Australia, asserting real value lies in purchasing power not nominal wages. He predicts 15 percent back to work within three months, warns against lasting dole.
Mr Thompson challenged a rumour that the Minister for Home Affairs would not run in the Barrier electorate next federal election and would be named Civic Administrator at Canberra. Mr Blakeley dismissed the report as unfounded in the House of Representatives proceedings.
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