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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 27, 1933
Page
3
Fragmented notes discuss wheat production policy and international reactions. The text mentions Australia and the Australian Minister Bruce, with doubts about final instructions and how price effects may shift market advantage to America. Readers see blame deferral and uncertainty in global wheat talks.
The Deputy Prime Minister J G Latham outlined five proposals to curb wheat areas in each state. State Premiers were to express opinions on the measures in a formal circular issued today.
WA Agriculture official argues against limiting wheat area due to high public spending and water shortages. He cites rising costs, financing difficulties, and regional dependence on wheat, warning other regions would not face similar sacrifices. He stresses WA cannot imitate wheat limitation without risking ruin and broader economic harm.
South Australia records show The Premier criticizes any plan to limit production. He states that his government remains firmly opposed to such restrictions and emphasizes economic independence and resource development as priorities. The brief notes political stance without further detail.
June reports in Sydney claim Premier Mr Stevens may be offered the Commonwealth portfolio. Mr Stevens, interviewed after a Cabinet meeting, refused to defy or confirm the circulating rumour amid Commonwealth and State political discussion.
A pupil at Chonilley Hoya Pari was shot in Bunbury on Sunday afternoon after a kangaroo incident. He was rushed to Bunbury Government Hospital where medical staff treated him into the night. The event occurred as darkness fell, with assistance summoned and the wounded boy conveyed to hospital.
Bulgan concerns report heavy police action in Hoda and key towns after midnight. Authorities suspend trains and telegraphs, arrest about fifty, restrict movement, and press identity checks as Macedonian groups advocate reclaiming territory from Yugoslavia under the Neuilly terms. Normal life briefly resumes after eight pm curfew.
Lemion reports June 26 that Crawford outlasted the Spaniard Maior 7-5 6-4 1-2 0-4 6-4 in a thrilling centre court match to defeat a strong rival as Turnbull beat Cooper 6-2 6-1.
The Australian Layen Tennis Association accepted tonight an American offer for an Australian tour of America after a prior offer was refused. The announcement marks a new chapter in intercontinental tennis exchanges with details to follow.
Lavinoff of the Soviet Foreign Commisariat at the Economic Conference in London says he has already secured a 25 million oil contract with Russian and Anglo-Continental groups and a 15 million credit deal for non ferrous metals from a Franco American syndicate. Two hurdles remain: U.S. non recognition of the Soviet and a British embargo as Lavinoff prepares to meet Sir John Simon today.
Paria June 24 Mfr GQ Henderson president of the Disarmament Conference en route to Geneva interviewed the French Foreign Minister DM Paul Boneone and agreed that it is expedient to adjourn the conference until the League Assembly meeting in Koptaaber The adjournment is necessary to reconcile wide divergencies over the British disarmament plan and to pursue negotiations in several capitals.
A flight named Faith in Australia departed Singapore at 5 am Sunday but en route to England encountered engine trouble. The aircraft was delayed nearly a day and landed at Alur Bur owing after significant postponement, with ongoing repairs and continued delay for passengers awaiting further updates.
Rangoon reports the monoplane Faith in Australia has continued its journey and reached Hongoon at 235 points today, marking another leg in the historic air expedition.
The second day's meeting of the Work' Jockey Club carnival featured multiple races. Green Poet led the Hunt Club Steeplechase over one and a half miles, with Sir Bodles and others close behind. The Ebor Plate and Desert Bay races followed with various contenders and muttered odds across the fields. Betting figures and dividends appear alongside starter lists and positions for the day’s events.
Berrigan notes a progressing season in northern agricultural areas and the Murchison with good plant growth despite earlier dry spells. Seeding delays and reduced cropping areas have occurred but rains are aiding pasture growth, promising a strong fat sheep market as northern districts anticipate supplies before the Midland Junction Market. Fat cattle sales also feature, with Murchison and surrounding stations contributing strong consignments to the Midland market.
A long dispatch recounts racing figures with many names. Trainer Fred Hill marked his 70th birthday while Wellington and Fremantle jockeys like W Chadwick and W Dillon show strong form. The piece covers Grand National prospects, horses such as Whimsies Jolly Beggar and Juna, and mentions major events at Flemington and York with figures on weights and entries. It notes Star Raid Whaleman and others in work, and lists winners and upcoming races including the Grand National Steeple.
A North-West air service plane from Geraldton, piloted by Sutcliffe, diverted to Mogumber due to low clouds and heavy rain. Passengers and mail were sent onward by train. Departure remains weather dependent.
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