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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 01, 1935

Page

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Geneva's Fateful Day Hears War or Peace Test at League

World watches Geneva as the League Council meets at 5 pm to decide if Mussolini will move toward force. Hope grows for a calming formula amid Anglo French talks, with Italy's stance and Austrian, Armenian arms issues raising regional tensions. The Times reports Italian deployments and European reactions as the crisis tests collective security.

London Mussolini Streme League Council Geneva League Addin Ababa Times Mayn Rave Europe Fares Itoo Augestiia

German denial of arms exports

Berlin reports the Air Ministry angrily refutes a Riuman story alleging a Mab bomb was forced down near Ageharem. The ministry states Germany will not possess or permit the export of war materiel to Abymainta.

Berlin Air Ministry Riuman Ageharem Germany

League Crisis and Wartime Betrayal Warned by Watt

In a broadcast address, National Secretary R. G. Watt condemned the postwar treaty system as a potential betrayal that could nullify the sacrifices of the Great War. He urged major powers to unite for an economic boycott and warned that unity is essential to secure justice and peaceful outcomes.

Bydney Langue £ Nations Union R. G. Watt Italy Abyssinia Watt Mian Ghal

Unruly clash at Sydney University evangelical meeting frame

Wild scenes erupted at a Sydney University Evangelical Union meeting in the Union Hall Sydney with a tussle between Rev D Hughes and a student Trish Evangelist. Disruptive acts included stamping shouting and carpet pulling as prayers proceeded. Hughes, chaplain at Long Bay Gaol and minister, condemned the affront noting his decades of ministry and urging university authorities to restore decorum.

Sydney Sydney University Evangelical Sion Union Hall University Davids Hughes Trish W. FP. Sideloon Tviews Evangelic Union D. Hughes Iwno Long Bay Gaul Annandale Coureh Ile Roche Diatrict Tronda Dyde Park London God Christ

Britain dominates Davis Cup with perfect 5-0 win

London report says Great Britain swept all five Davis Cup matches against the United States in the challenge round. It marked Britain's first 5-0 victory since 1900, a feat last achieved when the opponents were France, highlighting a historic triumph in the long rivalry.

London Great Britain America France Britain

Jubilee Essay Sparks Commons Debate on School Inspector

In the House of Commons Maud Mason and Mandener school girl drew attention after a Jubilee Essay praising England as the best country due to a good king and queen. Mr Hurst questioned disciplinary action against an inspector who described the essay, while Oliver Stanley said the words were a casa comment not a reprimand. The Board would review the matter to avoid misinterpretation.

London Maud Mason Mandener House of Commons England Hurat Board of Educcation Oliver Stanley Casa Jmol Mtry Hurst

Formation of Dutch Cabinet Formation of Dutch Cabinet The Hague

In The Hague Maitre Colisin seeks access to form a cabinet as talks broadcast potential parliamentary support and coalition possibilities emerge for a new Dutch government.

the Hague Maitre Colisin Cabronan

German Bid for Naval Power Draws Attention

Germany pushes a powerful battleship program as navy expansion raises concern. Officials announce two launch plans aiming to bolster fleet strength amid regional tensions and strategic competition with rivals.

German battleships Scharnhorst and Gneisenau prepared for launch

The Daily Telegraph's naval correspondent notes Germany's 26 000 ton battleships nearly ready for launch. Each mounts twelve 11 inch guns and exceeds 20 knot speed with heavy armor and electric gun mounts. They are said to outrange all British ships except the Nelson Hood and Rodney. In sports, Austin tops Budge 6 2 6 4 while Perry defeats Allison 4 6 6 8 7 5.

London Tuensay the Daily Telegraph Germany Scharnhorst Nelson Rodney Hood Abetin Budge Perry Allison Austin Wil Helmahaven

Special Levy For Technical Education Proposal in Sydney

The Sydney Technical Education proposal, discussed today by the President of the T jars' Association Mr. MoKoler Write, aims to levy a property tax to fund a new technical education scheme. He stated the daily burden would be reduced rather than increased, and argued for economic unwinding of taxation.

Sydney Ting Ti Jars’ Association MoKoler

Perth Murder Trial Hearing Alleges Jewelry Theft Statement

Pearl White testified at the Perth trial of Cherie Hiverman Britney Flynn Cyril Brennan and Mathew Walah for the murder of Eagar Whitfield. The alleged statement described selling and planting jewellery to keep money later. Flynn allegedly claimed Manette planted jewellery and blamed Brennan, with Walsh and Sten present. White said Brennan did not participate in the theft and that witnesses were prepared to share money to avoid reporting.

Perth Pearl White Hergeant Cowle Cherie Hiverman Britrney Flynn Cyril Brennan Mathew Walah Eagar Whitfield Piynn Mat Walsh Bricky Stenhan Walah Flynn Minette Wuld Caarthe Buver White Gant Brennen

Tasman air mail agency wartime cabinet views

The Minister for Defence Mr Perhhill stated the Federal Cabinet had considered the profit by Air Charen Reingerord mir Charles Kingord Smith. He indicated no further action would be taken until New Zealand, more concerned than Australia, had given its views.

Agoney Defence Perhhill Air Charen” Reingerord Mir Charlea Kingerord ‘Smith Wntil Lew Zeuhand Australia

Ethiopian Crown Jewels in London Mystery

Fragmentary notes report Ethiopian crown jewels in London with unclear context. Names and events are obscured, leaving readers with a hints of a dispute or display and unresolved inquiries into ownership or status.

London

German Protest to U S Government Over Flag Riot

Washington notes show German government receiving a protest regarding Saturday riots and the insult to the German flag. Officials forwarded the communication to New York Governor Lehinas as the State Department reviews the case and public sympathy for Jews persecuted in Germany is affirmed by Acting Secretary of State. Mayor La Guardia cites arrests and impending prosecutions, while an American flag incident is described involving a police officer.

Washington State Department New York Lehinas Germany United States la Guarda Ammile Morris’ O Lomon

Rhineland Ant Jewish Decrees Spread Across Towns

Berlin dispatch reports a new phase in Nazi antisemitic policy in the Rhineland. Local decrees bar Jewish residents from settling or buying land, and the purchase of goods from Jews is deemed treason against the nation.

London Berlin OTHE Teegraph Nasis Rhineland Lews Deciws Gooda Jena Patton

Meat Quotas Set Without Final Decision Reached

The Australian Meat Advisory Committee failed to finalize allocations for export mutton and lamb quotas among states. It discussed handling and marketing to Britain next year and beef for late 1935, proposing cooperative lines with the British Government and other Dominions. The panel laid general principles for state discussions and will reconvene to finalize the scheme. The 1936 mutton and lamb quota is about 1,750,000 cwt with potential 1,800,000, and the beef export quota for the last six months stands at 1,180,000 wt with 140,000 additional referenced.

Sydney Australian Meat Advisory Committee Britain Australia

Sleeper Attack Reported Near Back Verandah

Fragmentary notes describe a nighttime assault on a sleeper on a back verandah. An unseen hand touched the sleeper, two white figures were seen, and a distant voice called for help. The fragment hints at a violent incident but lacks full details or confirmation.

Poison Gas Manual Warns Against Improvised Air Raid Protection

London reports urge care with poisonous gas during air raids. The Home Office warns that even odorless mustard agents require proper preparation rather than improvised protection. The public is advised to follow six official handbooks and ensure plans are funded in advance rather than ad hoc.

Wartime Home Safety Handbook Extract

A wartime guide advises households to choose rooms shielded from prevailing winds for gun protection and to seal cracks with old newspapers. It outlines effects of various gases, protective clothing, and mandatory workwear for those in affected areas, detailing shelter practices and gear to block fumes for up to four hours.

Alskina

Carter's death at home linked to wage concerns in inquest

In an inquest into the death of Harald Halse, 43, a bread carter found in a gas-filled room, witnesses including his widow Mrs. Clara Halse described his worries over war conditions and low pay. The Coroner noted hardship and possible employer pressure amid disputed wages and short weeks.

Bydney Wemenday Harald Halse Wavartey Clara Halse Buy Ben Payne Ouatomara Halne Déreband Malelie

Editors Sent to Gaol in South Africa King Attack

Fragmented item reports on violent attacks linked to colonial conflict in Natal. It mentions editors targeted for criticizing the king and disturbances affecting European and native communities. Names and precise details are unclear in the readable text.

Penny Please Appeal for Lang Plan Emerges

An appeal by Mr Lang prompts a Trades Hall meeting of union, feials, and Labour League officials to launch a penny stamp fund plan for the next general election. Lang says Labour lacks funds and urges strong, party‑loyal candidates when available, with patience if needed.

Sydney Lang Labour League Trades Hall Labour Party

Commonwealth seeks full federal control of aviation

A deputation from the Ryde Chamber of Commerce pressed the Commonwealth to take complete control of aviation, arguing that nine tenths is already under federal authority and fearing state interference. Dr Page noted a Royal Commission had urged federal control, and the matter was to be revisited despite state objections.

Aydincy Wermenday Rydeney Chamber of Commerce Dr. Page Weaklayy Chamber RM. Clark Teoay Commonwealth Australia Page M Ieteraduan

Red China threatens to fight Japan says Mao era report

A Chinese communists report claims Reds in China could mobilize millions to engage Japan and other powers. The document alleges 54 million controlled and another 50 million partially dominated under imperial and regional factions.

Mohcow Chow Ho Chinéee Haw Inter Jona

Accident Pay By Dyson and Barker Rutter Case

An accident claim from a railway employee Barker Rutter involved a total award of £770 with the court ruling a portion payable and a reduction since. TheFull Court decided the payout in favor of the claimant, noting procedures may lie to the High Court for review while public notices and related legal language appear in the record.

Bydney Watnesday Barker Rutter Painay High Court

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