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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 28, 1933
Page
1
Washington told London it cannot delay any portion of the 238 million dollar naval construction programme now underway. Britain had suggested delaying parts to aid arms limitation efforts. The US source cited for the reply was not disclosed.
A legal notice from Sydney on a Wednesday concerns a £5,000 claim for the loss of a brood mare. The plaintiff Bell of Mandie park sues Rendford of Farnwin Park asserting damages for the mare’s loss and seeking recovery of 1008 from the defendants. The case involves discussions on market value and potential use of the animal for breeding and race purposes.
A plane crash near Johannesburg killed Mir Michel Uppenheimer and Major Patrick Speman. A witness who saw the crash and rushed to the fire helped recover the bodies as the aircraft burned. The event occurred during a public display with onlookers nearby.
Rebels engage in ongoing march as they ignore orders to evacuate a demilitarized area. Japanese authorities, represented by General Hiriyama and General Coane, press for a south and westward push to thwart government troop advances. Cooperation with the government remains uncertain.
In Sydney on Wednesday volunteers and wool and draft workers continued to work as the WA Employers Association stated that strike pay would be withheld on Friday. The volunteer workers at the fellmongering establishments at Wormay and Mascot are reported earning up to 120 shillings a day with about forty engaged and efforts to persevere amid limited pay.
Melbourne reports a government reform package aimed at stabilizing the currency and boosting confidence. The measure seeks to relaunch the economy by managing inflation and protecting key industries while ensuring cheaper access to essentials for households.
Reports indicate enormous damage from a hurricane in Tampico and surrounding areas. Communications disrupted as streets flooded and civic facilities affected. death toll uncertain with many missing and residents fearing further burials amid inundation.
The budget statement presented by Premier Sir Stanley Argyle shows no new authorizations and no tax increases. It projects a deficit of 2,700,000 for the current financial year with revenue around 22,438,000 against expenditures of 38,088,000, aided slightly by railways revenue and coal and wheat traffic.
Severe quakes strike Rome last night killing at least 12 and injuring over 150 as homes collapse in Castello di Sandro and Rutafeta. Panic residents flee to streets and fields seeking safety amid tremors and aftershocks.
Fragmentary report describes thousands injured and homeless near municipal buildings. Rations are being distributed while authorities mobilize aid. Water supply disrupted amid feared epidemic, with officials warning of continuing hardship.
In Berlin the Reichstag fire trial proceeds with alleged incendiaries and Van der Lubbe facing questions. The court weighs elimination of defence privileges as witnesses recount three incendiary attempts on Berlin buildings including the City Hall and Imperial Palace. Van der Lubbe admits throwing burning rags but says fires were deliberate.
The Tatpen correspondent reports heavy rain anticipated across New South Wales with torrential showers. Descriptions of Van Der Lubbe evoke a grim, unsettled mood as authorities expect the weather to push northward, bringing significant rainfall and rising flood risks into the border regions.
A Dutch letter to lawyer OM alleges Van Der Lubben was whipped to feign stupidity, while a ministry communique states officials who visited him found no marks of whipping or injections. The claims are disputed by Brostad and others involved in the case.
A partial line references several names and locations including Sion and Metradin amid unclear context. The readable bits imply a discussion or list involving multiple individuals, with no clear event or outcome to summarize.
The NSW reform bill case reached the Privy Council as Mr Weidnendey appeals the High Court ruling. Judges ordered the appeal be attended with full security for the cost of the appeal, with Crown counsel Meaghan K.C. opposing and citing the Full Court’s decision.
Melbourne report on an application filed with the Arbitration Court for a compulsory conference between the Australian Workers Union and employers in mining, metallurgical, and copper bar and wire manufacture sectors in Victoria and Premanideo. The union seeks wage increases and reduced hours, claiming a base rate of 4 shillings 10 pence for workers in the two states.
Sydney Minister for Local Government Spoke at the latest State Conference in Yokany naming amendments to the amalgamation act. He proposed council follow up by a fortnight with the Association committee and urged councils to offer ratepaying reforms after tax reductions.
A writ for the election of the new Legislative Council is expected to be issued next week. It will fix nomination dates and the four. A party meeting of ministerial supporters will be held next week to discuss nominations.
An emergency relief scheme is proposed to cover essential costs including overheads. The aim is to reassure the council that the measure should be used as a temporary bridge until a more permanent approach for sustaining employment is found.
The Premier will deliver the budget speech detailing tax and charge remissions, family endowment changes, and abolition of the Family Endowment Tax. Anticipated items include railway fare cuts of seven to ten percent and a new wages tax expected to save about £1,500,000 yearly. The plan aims to curb dole reliance and push employment as economic stability improves.
The government announces adding up to £80,000,000 to the existing 2 per cent conversion loan. Subscriptions will be partly cash and partly via conversion. Cash price fixed at £04 per cent yielding 3 18 8 per cent interest. conversion details include preferential allotment for holders of 4 per cent bonds and a special February 1 payment. Applications close Thursday.
Bradford chamber of commerce members met to urge the Australian government to secure larger wool exports to London for Japan. Frederick Akroyd called for proactive action amid rising competition, saying delays could force higher rents and costs. Chairman Mullartal echoed the need to confront Japanese competition now rather than later.
An expert robber blew open a safe at Westmead Hallway Station this morning and stole 4 3 1/8 units from IL. He entered through a window and fled. An attempted break in at Central LUI station was interrupted by a disturbance.
Richard's record rises as Gordon Wratchards wins three straight races at Newmarket, reaching a total of 200 victories. The feat mirrors a 40 year old record set by T. Loalve in earlier years.
London dispatch reports two British officers killed in a Northumberland crash while maneuvering from Scotland. The ILA air unit suffered loss as a burning wreckage produced unclear victims. Survivors managed to reach Merseyside. rescue teams feared more casualties as the craft broke apart near Dover.
A man was arrested after a brawl at a house on AYDNUY Street left Vivienne Finiey with a scalp wound. Police charged the suspect with inflicting prior bodily harm and he awaits further action at Kydary Hospital where the victim was treated.
A Soviet order expelled German newspaper correspondents from Russia and pressured German media. The move follows the Humalary incident and threatens to worsen Nazi regime relations with the Kremlin. The expulsions coincide with broader restrictions on foreign press as tensions rise.
Report notes Roy Pariton, a married man with three children, suffered a fractured skull after a boxing incident at the stadium on Monday. The boxer's condition was described as critical as authorities and medical staff pursued the case amid ongoing investigations in KATOOMBA.
In the Banco Court to day Mr Jute felon Jamon heard an application on behalf of Alfred Jemen Willim for a stay of proceedings against the jury verdict in favor of Mr J. T. Lang Mil.Ay Mr J. W. Bhand for Willis applied for a stay of proceedings on the usual terms. Mr Cassidy Lang considered the ground for Will's appeal not yet formulated and will file in the Supreme Court. Costs of the action to date are about £1000.
Encouraging reports from Geneva indicate the opening of a general debt discussion in the League of Nations Assembly is postponed to tomorrow. Delegations argue over council candidacy, with Britain and Australia pressing for a strategic move to secure a required majority.
A woman who found a baby yesterday carried the child in her arms and sought help. Authorities say the mother has been identified and efforts continue to secure the child and establish custody. The case hinges on protective steps and police guidance in the wake of the discovery.
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