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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 09, 1935

Page

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Britain Japan policy in North China official report

A dated Tokyo dispatch notes a British belief that Japan’s stabilising influence is needed in China and hints at joint capital ventures. The report, relayed to Foreign Minister Hirota and citing London mediator Matsudaira, suggests Britain’s tolerant stance toward Japan’s aims in Manchuria and broader Chinese interests, while skeptical of joint capitulation.

Tokio Nichigimnun Betas China Japes Saterprines Capitalioad Britain Leo Samorta Japan Chine Ares Rvilies Mansheus

Few Hands Rush to Give Away Stock Wealth Trusts Evade Taxes

A distorted report claims concentrated control shifted as 63 percent of value of all portfolios was owned by 684 corporations, while the Securities Exchange Commission noted multi millionaires moving millions to shield assets from Roosevelt era taxes. Rockefeller, Woolworth, and others reportedly donated sums ranging from 200 000 to 800 000 dollars though recipients were not disclosed.

Amedoa Corpontion Securition Exchange Commission Mr. Rockefeller Charles Woolworth Toa Corsminion

Italy May Enlist Foreign Legion Rumor Reaches Rome

A government discussion in Rome considers forming a foreign legion similar to France's. Reports say many officers fear a recall of Britain's reprisal as authorities order a review of options.

Italy Foreign Legion Rome Wemenday Britain Ton

German gas masks for Ethiopia fuel debate in aid plan

Disjointed notes mention grain levy and research costs with references to the German gas masks for Ethiopia. The fragmentary text suggests a proposal by the Wheat Commission and mentions Turkish sympathy amid flood concerns.

Indian Tour Board Criticised Over Team Selection Delays

Melbourne Thursday Frank Tarrant criticized the Australia Board for delays in selecting the Indian tour team. He proposed a ballot among Board members to save time and rejected claims the Maharajah of Patiala funded the tour. He cited a Melbourne bank manager’s note on finances and hoped the Indian Board would accept his chosen lineup.

Melbourne Frank Tarrant Australia Melbourne Bank Indie Board of Con Todi Woodfull Ponafokd Kippas Aire Indian Board of Control

Wheat Pool Debate Sows Growers’ Friction with Page

Speakers at the Farmers and Battlers Conference attacked Dr. Page over the Commonwealth wheat pool proposal. The conference backed a compulsory pool under grower control, opposing home consumption price ideas and criticizing government actions and the Royal Commission’s recommendations. The amendment urging expedited legislation for a home price failed.

Bydney Dr. Page Farmers and Battlers Commonwealth J. Kanda Lankhart Country Party Pace Randall National Party Lyon England Page R Wilson Brockinbingel HK Nock Federsl Sonsu Nod Raya! Cominion Governimmant Aleps

Indian board may draw out Indian tour support

An Indian Board of Control official in Calcutta says the board may withdraw backing for the Australian tour unless provinces guarantee funds. Bengal is asked for 20,000 rupees and Bombay for 50,000, as others insist that the venture relies on strong crowd support and capital. The Bombay meeting on Sunday is expected to decide if India will proceed with a team featuring Woodfull and Ponting.

Calcutta Bangal Cricket Association Maharajan of Putiala Indian Board of Control Bengal Bombay Tarray Contra Simos Indie

Pepper Hold Up Man Charged With Robbery

Central Court heard Kenneth Charles O Connell 31 a plasterer charged with stealing £600 from Toho Wilson. Wilson testified a pepper attack occurred injuring him and the robber made off with the bag containing the money. O Connell remanded to August 32 bail fixed at £1000.

Wilson

French seamen walk off ships at Havre strikes widen

French trans Atlantic seamen at Havre join a nationwide campaign against government cuts to the economy. The halt threatens the Columbia and Lafayette sailings while Normanne delays until August 14. Two hundred passengers bound for New York face cancellations and sea traffic grows tense as police guard quays.

Columbia Tomorow Lafayette New York Waterloo Mercantile Marine Brent Anatole Baeerowst

Sharp drop in Argentine wheat crop reported

In Buenos Aires on Wednesday farmers said the wheat yield fell 10 to 18 percent from 1994 due to severe drought. Rioting followed as bottles and stones were thrown at police after clashes with the Second Regiment of Colonial Infantry. A workman died from injuries after an incident with soldiers, leaving a widow and five children. a leaflet accuses Laval of murder. Government notes hardships from a cut tied to recent arsenal measures.

Ieena Colonial Infantry Itla Laval

Empire aviation policy debate in Australian routes

Air Mail excerpt from London notes growing interest in imperial aviation. Writers urge pooling Empire resources to face financed international competition. Australian route currently under intergovernmental control, so proposals avoid loosening control while boosting inter state and empire workshop activity. Critics say Australia has not declared a firm policy, delaying joint financing for immediate expansion.

London Australie Australia

Parkhill Defends Australia Supply Route Position

In Melbourne the Minister for Defence replies to a London report urging empire unity. Mr Parkhill accuses British authorities of withholding vital information needed to estimate costs for an operating flying boat service. He reiterates Australia will keep overland Darwin route for development and defence.

Melbourne London War Australia Empire Parkhill Commonwealth Darwin

Land Agent's Mistake Sold Wrong Block of Land

In Sydney the Equity Court heard Leslie Drew and Horace Walker trustees of the Black family estate explain that a land sale wrongfully transferred a block on the opposite street. The lot sold for £600, purchasers later surveyed, revealing the error. transfer approval and repayment of £500 with interest were ordered.

Sydney Nicholas Bnquity Court Leslie Drew Horace Walker Famen Blackman Anbfield Advic

Declared Black Fleet Dispute Affects Sea Trade

A conflict over a black owned vessel involving the Bohaman Union and Muddart Parker Fleet led to a 24 hour notice and government intervention. The Wangunella, owned by Buddart Parker, faces legal action in Sydney after seamen protest. Other ships possibly impacted include Westrally Yarra Goulburn and Colue.

Sydney Iy Nen Ihe Boaman Ded Haesting Varnel Buddart Parkwr Westrally Fremantle Auust Carle Yarra Goulburn Colue

German X ray Gift Promises Better Cancer Treatment

Dr. McKillop of Shabane urged Sir Herbert Austin to fund a Queensland cancer tram with a £1100 German high voltage X ray machine. It aims to treat most cases and was shown by Professor Chauaul to reduce recurrences. 1931 results indicated improved outcomes for advanced cases.

London McKiltop Shabane Herbert Austin Queensland McKillop Chauaul

Lobbying Fees Reveal Large Payments to Defeat Bill

Washington, Wednesday. Patrick Hurley, ex War Secretary, testified before the Senate Lobby Committee that he received 100,000 dollars in three years from the Autodated Gas and Vectric Byxtem for advice and lobbying to defeat the President's Utility Regulatory Bill. Joseph Twinalty, former secretary to President Wilson, confirmed fees totaling 100,100 dollars in support of the Hoovervelt Utility Regulatory measure.

Washington Patrick Hurley Hanate Lobby Committee Wilon Joseph Twinalty Maamure

Bridge Victim Rescued Alive From Harbour

A middle aged man gave the name Joan Byrne and was found floating under the Harbour Bridge in Sydney. Police say he fell from the structure, was rushed to Sydney Hospital with cramps, and survived despite a history of falls from the bridge.

Sydney Joan Byrne Kogarah Harbour Bridge Mtn Troumern Sydney Hospital Ian

Golden town terrorised by relief workers incident

Disrupted town of Golden, Wisconsin, faced a day of chaos as about 260 deserters from a relief camp halted a freight train. They poured food, damaged rails, and forced the train to stop before police trapped them in Calgary. Twenty eight were captured.

Vancouvien Golden Vombig Relia Outakirta Calgary Crreciaa

Jockeys Suspended for Misconduct at Victoria Park Race

Jockeys W Aldridge and T Snyders were suspended by the AWC stewards after a Saturday race at Victoria Park. The suspension followed a report from a racing supervisor and a ruling that they violated Rule 1148, with evidence showing misconduct on the racecourse. Baydera rode Gay Bresee, finishing second, while Aldridge rode Abh's Lad to a win.

Sydney W. Aldridge T. Snyders Victoria Park AWC Baydera Gay Bresee Aldridge Wlewarde

Spring Candidates Gallop at Randwick Racing Event

Sydney reports a morning gallop at Randwick with Pater Pan not asked to fast and Surenean shown in ritual form while Ore and Berestol, including an imported horse, run seven furlongs. Faint notes claim Ela court witness and Kajul Cook’s time hints at a brisk pace, with the horses warming up and moving stiffly before proving capable.

Sydney Pater Pan Randwick Surenéan Fr Ulng Iereetol Swoud Ian

Bradman Denies Availability for South Africa Tour

Bradman dismissed reports he would join the South African tour or be available for a proposed Melbourne match. The fragment mentions conditions and a Field Shield context, with unclear details about Apex, Scooter, and batsmen, but centers on his denial and uncertainty about participating in the related fixtures.

Adelaide Bradman Melbourne Partio

Rousing Welcome for New Zealand Premier in Sydney

The New Zealand Prime Minister, Fortes, arrived in Sydney en route home after a overseas trip. Maori footballers greeted him warmly as the steamer berthed, while officials noted the visit fostered confidential talks between British and Dominion ministers and discussed expansion of the Kyapi trade and other points.

Sydney New Zealand Ty Fortes Dominion Forben Bruaner Forbes Glia Atong

American offer on Southern Crow engine purchase

Mr B Shell acting for Ale Charles Kingsford Smith made an offer to include the original engine in a scene. The offer was to be forwarded to authorities, with a pledge to meet Belurday. Sir Charles refused to entertain an offer from Holland to buy the Southern Crow, which would have been displayed in a museum.

Bydney B. Shell Charles Kingsford Smith Pena Wheil Ald Commonwealth Governmant Charles Holland

High Court Tightens Security on Life Insurance Proposals

The High Court today restricted strict security to answer questions on life insurance proposal forms while declining to rule certain answers as void. An appeal over two questioned items arose between three companies reorganized into one. Evans life policy controversy led to a verdict for £2000 in favor of the plaintiff insurer.

Sydney Thurwddy High Court William Henry Kivase Kinood Victoria Finmed Incurnace Puimbures Evens Evans Malton Insurencs Company Tha ' de~ Fendant Insurance Company Nants

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