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Newspaper
Goulburn Evening Penny Post
Location
Goulburn, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 24, 1932
Page
5
Reports from Mexico describe a massive tidal wave driven by a quake that struck Colima province. Officials fear hundreds dead as the Pacific coast suffers widespread destruction from the inland surge and aftershocks threaten ongoing relief efforts. Emergency appeals spread from Mexico City to aid the stricken region.
Fragmented text references an Australian contingent and clergy at the Eucharistic Congress in Dublin. Mentions Archbishops and priests, including names such as Kelly, Crowley, Symes and Mant, with scattered language about Mass, vows, and cross symbols amid unclear notes on naval events and a French context.
Paris newspapers largely oppose Hoover's disarmament proposal. Le Journal notes a lack of docile European stance toward American policy and criticizes the plan as undermining European independence. In London, Herriot’s government reacts to postwar negotiations, signaling firmness on reparations and a potential shift in alliance strategy. Washington reports mention possible security pact talks and U.S. openness to a broader agreement.
An incomplete OCR fragment mentions Olympic Games in New York and Los Angeles with garbled names and a rain affected ceremony. Potential references to Tuomas and other names appear, but the exact events, dates, and outcomes are not clear from the readable text.
English cricket report details a controversial case about bowler Larwood. Officials explain Larwood’s actions as accidental or misunderstood amid a tense atmosphere. The piece notes strong support for Australia and mentions a key trial date in London, with implications for the sport’s conduct and reputations.
Paris reports salvage of the sunken Egypt ship yields a value nearing a million pounds. The operation continues under a team led by Neary and Neary as divers and crews work to recover precious cargo and materials from the wreck.
Goulburn Chamber of Commerce and H. Society announce a push to recruit new members. M Goulburn Chamber of Commerce outlines goals and outreach efforts to expand local business ties and professional networks.
Goulburn police arrested a man in connection with a series of breaking and entering crimes at Mittagong over recent weeks. The suspect, identified as Joe Badines, is believed to be linked to stolen goods seized in Sydney and is held on charges including breaking and entering Elsie Muriel Matt’s Mittagong home on June 1. Magistrate McDougall ordered remand with further charges likely.
In a Sydney case, Syd ney befary tie Chief Justice Sir Philp Street presided as Yellow Express Carriers settled with Walter Tubb and others over a contract for minkei material. Defendants admitted liability for about £23 delays with contract prices raised to East Aw welt and a £6 deposit. Costs claimed were 268/14. Settlement terms filed and not disclosed.
Traffic on the Macleay River road was disrupted when a car stalled on the punt and rolled into the river. The vehicle was traveling from Kempsey to Smithtown with mail and two passengers. All three occupants escaped with moments to spare.
American champion Vines defeated Hopman in a key Wimbledon match, taking seventy minutes to secure revenge after Hopman had previously beaten him at Queen's Club. Crawford defeated Bowdsue, and Clem lost to Feret of France.
A woman, unnamed, was seen leaping from the Harbour Bridge this morning and struck the water forcefully. Police search for her body continues as reports describe the dramatic incident unfolding over the harbour.
In Sydney a woman, Catherine Byrne, appeared at the Children's Court charged with slaying. She carried a baby in her arms as her case opened. A witness described a struggle with Gibbs who threatened to kill the child, claiming he grabbed a revolver and fired. The coroner weighed whether the shooting was deliberate or accidental.
Mollison and Amy Johnson announce the engagement is broken after Mollison returns to London alone. Amy says they are temperamental and that she may never marry, joking about remaining an eternal spinster.
Beavebrook and Foott, butchers, faced police court for breach of the Lottery Act. Evidence showed customers received tickets with purchases, offering a chance to win a displayed pig. Magistrate fined Reayabenok £2. charge against Foott withdrawn.
After twelve days of debate the Legislative Assembly elected Sir Daniel Levy as Speaker and Mr Missingham as chairman of committees. The session opened with a governor's address read to the assembly as the longest debate in NSW history aside from a single prior session. Levy’s appointment sparked cross‑party praise and sharp questioning from Mr Lang about past legal appointments and qualifications.
A. F. Carr of Chatubury dominates the Homnpey Marsh section with eight prizes including champion ram and champion and reserve champion ewes. Judges praised the wool quality and crossbred advantages, noting Romney ram crosses yield quicker lambs and robust meat. Carr’s entries highlight strong performance across ram and ewe classes, with several wins in British Romney breeds and fine-wool divisions.
The Goulburn City Council met at night and approved several building plans including a brick dwelling in Vermer Street for M Cooper a brick workshop and store in Maude Street for M Will lame a poultry house and storeroom in Franele Street for L A Price a workshop and garage in 25 Jou Street for A P Stevens and alterations at 109 Kinghorne Street for R B White. An application from H Dodd to erect a sign across the water table in Clinton Street was referred to the Works Committee due to use of a public place for advertising. The matter was referred to the Works Committee.
Mr Brower scorns Mr Lomes attack as not influencing the Assembly or New Bath Wales public opinion. He recalls a government measure aiming to force a dead level of £50 and questions whether the mover’s heart blesses the service today amid laughter.
The record recounts allegations of cash loans to Goode by Sydney E. Vernon and others, with signatures and cheques cited. Witnesses including Seville Chatfield describe preferred treatment at Darling Harbour and suspicions of double-crossing by Goode, plus notes of commissions on motor purchases and loans not repaid.
A damaged OCR fragment describes bitter weather with gale force winds and thinning rain. It notes receded rain, misty conditions, and a gloomy sky as the day progressed, hinting at a harsh, unsettled pattern throughout the morning and into the day.
Temperature readings show a high of 46 degrees and a low of 7 degrees after a day of May warmth. A nearby station recorded yesterday at 47 degrees with a similar cool core pattern continuing today.
Storm conditions brought by strong winds caused damage in several areas as high velocity gusts toppled poles and disrupted services. Morning low temperatures hovered around 47.8 degrees, while the previous day was 26.8. Rain fell in some country centers amid unsettled conditions throughout the district.
Mr Peter Loughlin M L A newly elected representative knows little of the subdivision or state reconstruction movement. D H Crownmond, education minister and authority on the movement, will speak at the Town Hall on Wednesday. A referendum on the matter will be promised by Mr Birtenhaw. The address aims to inform every citizen on a matter of vital importance.
London inquiry heard railway lorry driver Bert Fairweather of Darllog Harbour describe surplus wool being handled by four contractors in HA2T-2h. He said they were not pushed to maximum effort and sometimes left early while contractors still worked. He claimed orders came from the SOP officer via Mr Taylor. When asked about the four contractors he noted Vernon’s Jerry received preference.
Sensational early morning shooting at Parramatta stead near Camperdown as nightwatchman Thomas Beck was fired upon from behind a stack of orders. The bullet narrowly missed his head. Beck fired twice but the shooter vanished. Police theorize revenge motive tied to Beck helping arrest a man who returned seeking retaliation.
A tim director warns the US meat industry is starving for state support while watching Australia for promising material. In Granville, hundreds gathered for an eviction but police kept order as the house owner, unemployed and financially strapped after two weeks without rent, faced hardship. Elsewhere, a missing German in the northwest may still be alive, and a seaplane log shows a pilot and mechanic landing at 7:46 a.m. on May 15. they stayed by the plane for nine days before removing a float to use as a bost.
Tomorrow evening the UsA.P. dinner will be held at the Masonic Hall with Premier Mr Stevens expected to attend if duties permit. Acting Minister of Customs Mr J A Perking will preside. Mr Loughlin and Mr LA will likely attend, with other guests uncertain.
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