Britain Shapes Course of Peace Dominates at Stress
A three power conference at Stress narrows European tensions as Britain, France, and Italy report progress toward an Eastern Pact with Germany open to non aggression terms. Berlin signals willingness to discuss a pact while Franco Russian mutual support aligns with Eastern states. Britain states no new commitments beyond a regional security pact within the League, opposing broader sanctions or entangling alliances.
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London
John Sinon
Berlin
Germany
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Resolution
Hitler's Policy Official Statement on Eastern Pact Talks
In London on Sunday Herr Hitler defined the policy around the proposed Eastern Pact. He told Britain that Germany regrets not joining the pact in its form but is willing to support a security framework of mutual non aggression arbitration and consultation. He noted Germany cannot accept military obligations and that any arrangement contradicting this would be outside the pact.
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London
Hitler
Germany
Xeneca
Prince of Wales appeals for youth grants in Jubilee drive
The Prince broadcasts from London urging support for a national bank fund to aid voluntary youth movements, claiming over a million youths aged 14 to 18 lack suitable games and development. The King George Jubilee Trust invites subscriptions, with letters arriving from across the Empire and the United States. payments may be sent to St James's Palace.
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Morning Post
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Levy Idea Not Dead Amid Meat Tax Debate
London observers report British and Australian ministers to discuss a medium term meat levy and budget speech by Neville Chamberlain. Ministers hope to advance Anglo-Dominion talks and possible Australia aligned quotas, while public irritation grows over bureaucratic control and the likelihood of wider trade arrangements before Christmas.
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Danube States Conference to Discuss Austrian Independence May 20
The Danube states plan a two part talks on preserving Austrian independence and future armor talks among Danubian nations. Drafts of an Easter pact of non aggression will be submitted to Germany Russia and Poland. Discussion on arming Austria Hungary Bulgaria postponed.
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Poland
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Bulgaria
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France
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Europe
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MacDonald
Air services faster times in few months
Postmaster General Kingley Wood said at a dinner that air mail reductions are planned within months, bringing Bell Tal within two days of India, two days of East Africa, seven days of Australia. He cautioned against expecting an early drastic improvement in Australian service. A seven-day schedule hinges on new faster air mail facilities and an Anglo-Dominion financial agreement for imperial route development by late 1906.
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Genara
Mir Eugeley Wood
Prem Fund
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Indi
Africa
Foul Sage
Singapore
Australia
Tir Kingeley Wood
Pact proposals and military obligations debated in uncertain times
The text discusses potential pacts and mutual arrangements amid doubts about responsibilities and balance of power. It notes that even if other parties have considered similar alignments, a formal pact may still be pursued to address obligations related to military and defense matters.
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Adelaide Centenary Race Sparks Speed Focus
London reports on an Anglo Australian air race to Adelaide tied to South Australia centenary celebrations. Premier Butler defends speed as the aim, proposing a mini time limit and retained crew plans amid criticisms of comfort and capacity for passengers. Two bookings are noted for next Saturday.
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le Butler
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Patrol Plane Wrecks In Park Landing After Engine Failures
In Sydney a surf patrol plane crashed into a park near Harbord Beach after the engine cut out. Pilot Collibee, 30, and passenger Harrison, 24, sustained serious injuries including crushed ribs and head injuries. Both were taken to Manly Hospital. The aircraft skirted multiple park spectators before the fatal impact. This marked Collibee’s third accident in a little over two months during weekend patrols.
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Antwar Strike Draws Student Demonstrations Across Cities
A 40 hour strike called for 1 AM by the National Students League and youth groups met mixed responses. In New York about 10 000 students demonstrated without incident while clashes occurred at some institutions as antiwar and prowar factions clashed. Harvard and Chicago saw varied actions with peace advocates and counterdemonstrators present. Police intervened in Los Angeles where two girls were knocked unconscious. Officials noted communist influence among organizers and warned against violence.
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Orgal Gueous
Japanese Wheat Burnt in Fire Fight
Fire fighters battled a blaze that damaged wheat crops in Tokyo as authorities sought to protect grain yields. The Ministry of Agriculture aims to boost oat and barley output, encouraging methods to improve heat tolerance. Citizen Robert Spruce of Punchbows suffered arm burns while assisting with the extinguishing efforts. Canberra University and Melbourne institutions were mentioned in relation to a separate academic honor.
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Council of Canberra Mothercraft Society Faces Special Meeting
Interest grows as Canberra Mothercraft Society holds a special meeting to review the board’s resignation of the clinic in charge. Health officials urged reinstatement while practitioners demand intervention. Nominations for new officers are filed as the reform party pushes for Wednesday’s session.
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NRA Discontent Grows Over Federal Controls and Prices
Washington reports mounting discontent among NRA operators and workers as wage ceilings and price controls clash with agricultural adjustment taxes. Farmers lobby for subsidies and a Japanese goods embargo while Roosevelt reportedly rejects both. Tokyo warns of reduced raw material demand amid curbs on salvage exports.
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Day of Trade Aguier
Wrestling match ends with no fight ruling in Sydney arena
Sydney wrestling crowd saw Tom Leurtoh defeat King Elliott by two to one at the Latshe stadium last night as referees declared no fight in several bouts. In preliminaries duck Haines echoed the call on another disputed round while Joe Reilly’s late comeback was halted by referee action.
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Duck Haines
Joe Reilly
Clive Caldwell
Reds in Retreat Chinese Reign of Terror Breaks
News from Shanghat reports a government crack down after the death of leader Chunten. Communist forces retreat with a trail of slain soldiers between Ist and Lungu as government troops hunt and capture armed Reds. Chiang Kai-shek informs Nanking the Communist backbone broken and province likely to be rid of the pest within six years. Two thousand communists captured. some claim others will follow if violence ends.
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Fr Alcuat Inst
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Peace in the East and Japan's Role in a New World Order
The Tokio correspondent reports a War Office pamphlet circulating 200000 copies to frame Japan's attitude toward regional peace. It argues a cooperative stance compatible with current European power balance and aims to preserve status quo amid tensions with the West and the United States.
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