Australia curbs alien settlement in sugar districts
The Commonwealth Government announced that immigration to Queensland sugar cane districts would be halted. Interior Minister McEwen said parliament would not approve or facilitate further alien settlement, citing rising numbers and national policy. The move follows investigations into irrigation areas around Murrumbidgee and Shepparton, with safeguards on future arrivals and stricter health and character checks.
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Australia
For the Interior
McEwen
Queensland
Murrumbidgee
St Shep
McFwan
Bettairl
Dipius
Wren
Sven
Ang Wrean
Queenston
Jon
United Kingdom
Sire Brant
Tire
Dahna
Port
England
Barnado
Wil Alleny
Banking Reform Bill Debate Sparks Treasury Alarm
The Federal Government contemplates banking reform with a proposed Banking Commission and "cooked" bill for Parliament. Treasurer Casey discusses with private traders on how to implement commission recommendations, while Labour MPs push for a cautious path and fear changes to trading bank defaults with the Commonwealth Bank. No final agreement, tensions rise as discussions continue.
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Inesson
Fedomni
MY. Caney
Nea
Nathver
Mynine
Labour Party
Casey
Commonwealth Bank
Bridge Collapse at Opening Ceremony in Avickland
A bridge on the King Country collapsed moments after opening yesterday as the official party posed for photographs. Only M E WS. Kearns 70, who led the construction, was injured, suffering a leg wound. A doctor treated him while others fell into the river amid confusion.
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Avickland
Saniny
King Country
Longinoce
Kearns
Miracle Man as Hitler Sees Himself in Vienna
Fragmented, censorious dispatch describes Hitler’s Vienna visit ending with admiration from Austrians. Goebbels praises the raid as flags rise nationwide. Hitler lauds past rulers and predicts legacy, amid mixed crowds and fervent demonstrations. News notes Vienna railway arrival, crowd scene, and post visit reflections.
Britain’s War Policy Stance by Chamberlain Speech
In a London address Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain warned against inviting aggression and warned that war would be a grave gamble. He defended rearmament and collective security through the League of Nations while urging a cautious, peace-focused policy and voluntary civil service measures.
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London
Allen
Cial
Huta
Libarale
Navy
Neville Chamberlain
France
Sergium
Bettans
Viectina
Eich
Ilwill
Nur Torey
Eid
Elbe
Uemesbere
Britain
Mr. Chamberlain
Oted
Storm gathers in North Russia ready to strike Japan
Authentic sources report a North East storm threat with Red Army marshal Bleacher leading the Supreme Military Council at the Kremlin. They suggest provocations and border clashes may be connected, though Stalin reportedly avoids war with Japan.
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Russia
Japan
Tokyo
North East
Bleacher
Red Army
Supreme Military Council
Kreml
Stalin
Public Killjoy in London Restricts Practising Americans
A fragmented report notes a court action in England involving American women visiting London. The proceeding appears to limit the practice to Americans residing in Singland, raising questions about eligibility and jurisdiction in the ongoing case.
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Mashington
Bates Amba
Spooke Kiley
England
London
Singland
Murder Play and Rare Insanity Motive Under Trial at Old Bailey
John Stanley Phillips, 21, Oxford theological student, is charged with murder after a brutal act and mutilated body found on a roof in Oxford. Doctors diagnose schizophrenia, with psychiatrist noting emotional indifference and a belief he was in a murder play. He is ordered detained pending the King’s pleasure.
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London
John Stanley Philips
Oxford Theological
Auch Bendish
Old Bailey
Wysllife Hunt
Oxford
Phillipe
Maney Yellowtrees
iMipa
Brixton
Phillips Paki
Yellowtrees
Philips
Yellowtreen Watt
Phillips
Canberra Varsity News Sparks Debate On University Funding
Canberra and Melbourne reports show Prime Minister Lyons urging cautious moves on university funding. He warns against rushing to press on with St Calvarsitiex style policies while centring on the 100 years of fort in pudding up.
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Melbourne
Lyons
University of Melbourne
Canberra
Theatre prices rise in Sydney amid actor pay dispute
A volatile theatre price dispute in Sydney involves American producers pushing higher commissions on theatre takings and threatening action if demands are unmet. The controversy centers on whether the film Snow White will proceed, with unions and stores reportedly resisting price hikes and fearing broader impact on performances.
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Bydnet
Suany
Awstralle
Byenay
Princesses Learning to Tap in London Dispatch
Dispatch reports Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret taking tap lessons in London. Countess of Snowdon notes the sessions as light cultural activity.
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Princesses
Netherlands Visit Inner Significance Denied Reports
Lord Gowrie denies London reports about a Netherlands visit having inner significance. He says he is en route to England for a holiday and not a politician, urging press restraint to avoid mischief. The remarks came as officials travel and outlets discuss the trip.
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Lord Gowrie
London
Singapore
Huntay
Brorten
Netherlands
England
API
Pera Ese Troy
Wall Street Active Defies Odds on Opening Trading Day
The New York market opened with gains as investors weighed a wave of reorganizations and commission recommendations. Analysts noted unexpected disclosures withheld from the commission that could influence subsequent readings, while executives faced questions about the full scope of insider moves amid volatile shares.
British Industry Chief Sees Armaments Boost
A leading industrialist Lord ethet argues prosperity relies on armaments while Lord Hirst doubts Armaments will shrink soon. He cites Britain’s eight percent production share and predicts a five year decline. An Anglo American agreement could foster cooperation with Britain and the United States to defend civilization. Published amid debates on war preparedness and international trade.
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London
Bundsy
Aiwoly
Anayer
England
Lord Ethet
Belial
Lord Hirst
Fe Wali
Britain
Aloo
Believ
Lord Hitt
Austraste
Agroomme
Rome
Civili
Mirat
Faint Hope Of Agreement On Shipping Negotiations
Faint hope remains that talks with Australia over shipping terms may yield an agreement. Some quarters deem progress unlikely as negotiations stall and positions harden, delaying a possible settlement.
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Australia
Chinese Gains Japan Reserves Held Up In Heavy Losses
Chinese forces claim to have recaptured Tasebwang and advanced from Taserchwarre suppressing Japanese reinforcements through guerilla fighting. They say encirclement from the south threatens Japanese positions near Kow and Lake Tai, with about 5000 enemy killed and Tamanchun gates stormed after months of Japanese control.
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Hankow
Tollow River
Uffenaive
Kow
Lake Tai Orca
Tamanchun
Yerioun
Fleeing Loyalists Cross Border Amid Franco Advance
British and French authorities debate handling of Republican militiamen fleeing toward the Pyrenees. The Daily Mail reports the French frontier camp plan to detain and possibly repatriate detainees as General Franco advances northward.
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London
Sunlay
Rene Frontier
Barcelona
France
Franco
Torcen
Towanls
Pyreninen
Apecil Carenxnen
Mall
Pyredees
Flemington Pageant Firecracker Fight In Air Show
Disrupted air display at Flemington ended in chaos as a wind shift scattered stage pyrotechnics and machine gun bursts from spectators toward the crowd. Authorities reported several injuries and a chaotic scene as responders rushed to help.
New Australian Defense Communications Committee Formed
The Commonwealth government announces a new Defence Communications Committee to coordinate naval, military, air, and civil aviation communications. Chaired by Commander W Harvey M and including senior officers and engineers from the Military Board, Air Board, Civil Aviation, Radio Research, and Postmaster General's Department, the group will oversee telephonic and telegraphy resources and related projects.
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Austen
Teheme of
Sul Communications
I W. Harvey
Aiant
Military Board
Tai
Signaix
Air Board
Wright
W Campagnoni
Siraaf
Civil Aviation Board
C. 8. Wiggins
Radio & Invendent
Fladio Hnsearch
Pri
J.P Madinen
Bow
W. Witt
Ect
Hayes
Buparvising
Melbourne cable rules spark highway traffic debate
In Melbourne from Canberra, Senator McLachlan declares new cable rules will limit traffic and prevent community benefits. Officials cite postwar preparation and intensive work shaping views on Australia’s business world, with references to wireless services and local brokers amid a tense economic backdrop.
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Melbourne
Bunany
Wienlean
McLachlan
Melourna
Canbort
Troan Australia
Benant Andre
Park
Melbourn Chibee
Lan Bigwery
Marcuntiie Nousas
British airman shot at camp in Palestina headlines chaos
Fragmentary report says a British airman was shot at a camp in Palestine amid turbulent conditions. Details are unclear due to damaged text but the incident is noted as part of a broader military activity involving an air squadron stationed near Malta.
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Hearere
Yencona
Austria
Hitler
Vox Almont
Berlin
Annitsir
Vatiecan
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