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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 28, 1932

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Fenton Resigns Rumors Grow Of Ottawa Conference Fallout

Cabinet whispers center on Postmaster General J E Fenton amid talks with Mr Gullet over the Ottawa Conference. Reports say Fenton plans resignation before week end as Ottawa provisions renew tariff debates and Australia’s stance shapes a possible policy shift before Parliament. Cabinet adjournments and a formal invitation to Mr Gullet mark ongoing discussions in Canberra.

Feniton Mr. Gullett Ottawa Fenton Australia Ieane Gaittington Great Britain Gullett Inhan Guileti

Fever Threat to Australia Warns of Rising Menace

A deflated and garbled item reports a warning of fever in Australia. Mentions a prediction by Marvey Burton addressing health inspectors. States numerous deaths and rapid spread, urging Australia to prepare amid a growing menace.

Qydney Australia

Sydney minister warns against dangerous traffic move

The Australian minister today warned against measures that could impede traffic and endanger pedestrians. Government officials said a four month plan would face heavy opposition and asked for a safer approach to prevent road hazards.

Sydney Tuseday Informeg Adeen Mendes

Speedway rider's near miss in London bullet incident

The Austrian rider Yon rama was en route to London after an aerodrome tie when a bullet shattered his windscreen. A passerby removed a glass splinter as the driver described a near miss that could have struck him. Police are investigating the shooting.

Yon

Paraguay and Bolivia reach ceasefire terms in Gran Chaco

The Paraguayan government announces acceptance of the pre fest for hostilities with Bolivia under American supervised conditions. The Washington commission outlines immediate withdrawal, demilitarization of Gran Chaco within two to three weeks, and mutual reduction of forces to minimum water security. The War Ministry Bulletin says Paraguayan forces repelled Bolivian attack at Gran Chaco.

Asuncion Monaay Gran Chaco Ort Chao Bolivia Paraguay Wateras Lulletin Ministry of War

Lucknow Mines Select Committee To Complete Report

Sydney Tuesday reports the Legislative Assembly approving a motion by Mr J T Reig to appoint a select committee to inquire into mining leases. The aim is to complete the unfinished final report from the Forster chair and present recommendations on mining and company laws, with bipartisan support and concern for costs.

Sydney J.T. Reig Forster Ald Rola

Schmeling Defeats Walker by Technical Knockout in Eighth

In New York an eliminator for Schmeling’s title, the world champion defeated Mick Walker in the eighth round by technical knockout. Walker weighed in heavier, showing fatigue as Schmeling pressed with powerful rights to the head and body. Walker’s left eye closed, and his manager stopped the bout after a brutal finish. London reports also note George Cook stopping Maret Minsman in the ninth round with sharp combos.

New York Bharkey Max Schmeling Mick Walker Ourpriss Walker Thatterman Achmel+ Ing Walkers Ead London George Cook Maret Minsman Diachfrinra Cook Hinaman Amatrutian Mared Wall Clos Quarterh

Exciting Chase Shocks Mexandria Police and Thieves

An officer fired on fleeing thieves during a late night chase through the Melt and Tertile Corp area. Three men were found in the rounds. a foreman and one officer exchanged shots, injuring none as the attackers fled. Police returned fire but the shots went wide.

Bydnet Tureday Mexandria

British Cabinet Wholesale Changes Expected Today

The Daily Herald reports a critical London meeting may announce cabinet changes this weekend. Foreign Secretary Sir John Bisop travels from Geneva to Paris to London, while Prime Minister Baldwin returns from Ais-le-Fathon for talks as Ottawa Conference legislation looms.

John Bisop Cleneva Paris London Stanley Baldwin Ais-lefathon Mtin Wesnenday Ottawa Liberal Federation

Railways negotiations aim at shared awards authority

The Premier Mr Stevens announced that the Commonwealth and State governments are negotiating to resolve overlapping rail and tramway awards. The aim is to place these services under a single authority to streamline control.

Sydney Mr. Stevens

Ottawa Cabinet Crisis Debated Amid World Conference Ties

The article notes tension over cabinet composition after a world economic conference. Provisional plans aim to start Ottawa legislation on October 18 as the House of Commons meets, with opposition to Liberal ministers and talks of delayed legislation.

Atttawa Merbert Himpeit Ottawe Anayatuin Sd the Times Ained Ottawa House of Commona

Liberal Members Confer on House Support Amid Unclear Outcomes

An hour and a half meeting of Liberal members in the House of Commons discussed loyalty to Ely Herbert Bamusl and Sir John Almas. The gathering revealed continued attachment to the Elmon following and a cautious, sometimes tepid, stance toward Mr. MacDonald.

Snares House of Commons Ely Herbert Bamusl John Almas Elmon MacDonald

State Service Positions Update in Sydney Report

A brief from Sydney notes recent public service appointments and department changes. It references government departments, workforce counts, and inquiries into service roles, highlighting gender demographics and employment figures amid ongoing reforms.

Local Government Association Jubilee Conference Held

A local government association convened a Jubilee conference featuring discussions on governance powers and constitutional reforms. Attendees included representatives from multiple regions and prominent legal scholars addressing long standing governance questions and future directions.

Explosion on French Submarine Cherbourg Injures Crew

An explosion in the diesel engine room of the French submarine Cherbourg during recent exercises injured thirty two, one fatally. An engineer died from head injuries, six others were hurt, and a fire followed. The crew sought the bridge but were recalled to stations to avoid danger as fires were extinguished.

Cherbourg Promethes Cherbawra Ie Com Alt Wether Miebelta oMrera

Emigration Shift As Italy Seeks Africa Link

In Rome a British United Press report says King Victor’s Eritrea visit signals Italy’s push toward Africa, shifting migration focus from the Americas and Europe to Africa. The move follows policy changes that curb Italian migrants fleeing Argentina and Brazil amid economic and political changes.

London Rome United Press Victor Eritrea Sant Africa Hialy Africa America Canada Pranos Argentina Bresil

Doctor Fined For High Speed On Harbour Bridge

Dr Stewart Lloyd Cameron of Morriwa was fined more than 17 pounds at Central Court for dangerous driving on Bradfield Highway in a dangerous manner, driving past the toll gate at speed between 60 and 70 miles per hour, and colliding with the wall while attempting to leave with a trader's plate.

Rydney Stewart Lloyd Cameron Morriwa Central Court Bradfield

Micro.Telephones and the Australasian Wireloms Patent

The article notes that Alomen and Bros arranged with an amalgamated Wireloms to exchange patent material for a British Post Office purchase. It mentions a standard micro-telephone set called the meaphans and a 300,000 unit purchase, highlighting British and Australasian involvement in early telephone hardware distribution.

London Alomen'n Bros Wireloms Australasia Mirchey Puat

Negotiations Advance on New South Wales Loan Conversion

In Sydney the Premier Mr Stevens cancels his Eugowra Show duties to oversee critical talks on converting New South Wales 12 million loan due in London in November. A radiophone briefing with London financial advisers discussed terms, with a likely interest rate above 4. The Commonwealth Bank Board meeting was reportedly considered but groundless. The Grassers’ Association head Mr Walker says unemployment cannot be absorbed by primary industries.

Sydney New South Wales London Premer Mr. Stevens Stevens Per Financial Advisers Radiophone Stoney H.W. Lloyd M.I.A Grassers’ Association Walker Mecom

Interest Rate On Conversion Loan In Legislative Assembly

Major Jarvie asked the Premier about London split on the rate of interest for the 42 million NSW loan conversion. The Premier said London opinion was not disclosed, negotiations with government underwriters continued, and no public statement would be made at present.

Sydney Legislative Assembly Major Jarvie London New South Wales

Death of Athletes Suspected Foul Play in Brisbane

Police discounted foul play in the death of J. J. Coambine, once a notable athlete, whose body was found near a boarding house gateway at Spring Hill. Residents reported disturbances and sounds before police were summoned, but the inquiry concluded a natural cause.

Brisbane J. J. Coambine Gurwidh

Hitler's Attack on Munich Sparks Disarmament Debate

Fragmented wartime dispatch notes a National Observer critique of a speech by political leaders and a push by Germany and allied powers toward war readiness. The text highlights distrust of the government and concerns over hypocritical positions on disarmament and security in Europe.

Munich Wae & Tuisinkg Yoo Pepen Paris Esia Tinge Wil Ba

Film uk Melbourne talks on interstate governship debate

fragmented text reports Melbourne film concern and interim governance clash. mentions Victoria Government inviting commonwealth officials to discuss interstate representation and control questions. unclear names and dates due to OCR errors.

Budget will meet Premiers Plan deficit near £1,125,000

Adelaide report notes the South Australian Budget to be introduced next week aims for a deficit just below £1,125,000 as urged by the Premiers Plan. It says primary industries will improve employment and profits, with broader recovery tied to domestic economic adjustments and national conditions.

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Attack on Wife Ends in Husband Charged Case

A husband faced charges after an alleged attack on his wife. The incident led to the wife being taken to a hospital for evaluation. Deputies reported the event and are continuing the investigation.

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