11 Aug 1937
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 11, 1937
Page
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Britain and Germany trade expulsion threats over the German demand to recall The Times Berlin correspondent Ebbutt. German officials warn of expulsion if not replaced, while London papers view any retaliation as limited and not a true reprisal.
Wireless listeners in London expected a talk on electricity but the programme was interrupted when a woman's voice shifted to remarks about drinks in public halls. After three minutes the signal cut to Bristol studio and broadcasting resumed with the announcer taking over.
London dispatch reports 60 000 Chinese refugees cowering as fear of Japanese bombing dominates streets. Four Chinese divisions reported on rail lines near Kalgan and Nankou with more moving toward Machand and Teenow. Japanese forces vow order but threaten harsh penalties. Chinese radio station disrupted. a Chinese sentry killed a Japanese officer amid rising tensions.
The strongest figure in wheat and financial circles in Calgary Alberta on Tuesday hints at a potential party fusion. The unnamed source notes financial leaders eyeing a new alliance amid market activity.
A long search for a missing woman ends with authorities recovering her body from the river near Audley. Officials say the death is being treated as a probable drowning while inquiries continue to determine the circumstances.
Missing waitress Misa Mary Bt. George, last seen last Sunday, was found with a man in the Audrey National Park river. Detectives reported the couple were in the park on the death day, a hired rowboat found overturned, bodies recovered clasped together with no identifying marks on the man, who is about 55.
Andrew Jomph Dagger, 24, insurance agent of Carnegie, dies in hospital marking the seventh death and the third adult victim in the ongoing Infantile Paralysis outbreak in Melbourne. The case notes mention a Caulfield doctor admitted with the illness in a dangerous condition.
In Sydney the Health Minister told the Legislative Assembly that preventing spread of the infantile paralysis epidemic from Victoria is difficult. He warned no method currently exists to detect a disease carrier, complicating containment efforts.
A French deserter and racehorse owner figures in a tangled sale. Louise Delcourt reportedly surrendered to authorities, while Talking and Male appear in derby-related dealings. The sale to Caron of Amiens is confirmed after veterinary clearance, with Cooper owning Talking after a long dispute and payments surpassing 34,000 pounds for two thoroughbreds.
A patrol ship makes slow progress toward Darwin with an arrested Jupariess aboard. The vessel's arrival is delayed, and authorities work to secure the detainee as it nears port.
Helen Hughes died in Derbyshire after an operation performed by Dr Palmar. The report notes Ada’s dental work was completed and she was in better health. Australia House wired full particulars to her father seeking further instructions regarding the burial.
Sydney dispatch reports Miss Helin Hughes daughter of the Federal Minister for Health, operated on for appendicitis and in good health after the procedure. She had planned to attend coronation ceremonies in London and had earlier fled Canberra to London. her father Mr Hughes traveled to Mildura for the Returned Soldiers Conference.
The Ministry of Labour reports July 26 Britain employment at about 11,517,000 with 1,870,400 registered unemployed including 1,000,140 fully and 246,610 temporarily laid off. Total unemployment up from June but down versus a year ago, with 23,043 juveniles leaving school and coal mining showing seasonal declines. Analyses show 48 percent unemployed for less than six weeks.
The Milk Producers Association accuses both Milk Boards of withholding funds while A J Shin of the Milk Board defends the inquiry. Statements cite alleged evidence from the Dairy Farmers Company and a 1,000,000 currency war link, with McKeachie criticizing inquiry conduct.
The Thames Estuary and east London endured four hours of air raids as 400 aircraft attacked. Most were intercepted near targets such as Tilbury Docks and oil depots while Blenheim bombers flew at 240 miles per hour. Fourteen raids hit Enfield munitions, a pilot and observer died in a separate incident, and fighters clashed 5000 feet above London.
Melbourne reports Senator Guthrie returning from England proposing a super tax on snobs. He cites hundreds of Australians abroad who refuse Australian duties yet live off Australia’s income, urging action against those who deprecate Australia and Australiana.
A Canberra note reports the national debt fell from £1,262,911,690 to £1,202,011,648 after a tax payer letter claiming to have paid off a penny stamp. The wording is unclear but implies a debt reduction and a taxpayer effect on the ledger.
Wollongong report of a blast at Bir Troa quarry in a blacksmith shop kills George Hannah the works manager. No witnesses but believed he was beating a hollow dell and pushed it into a drum of temper, causing the explosion. Hannah’s hands were blown off and an artery in his neck severed.
London dispatch reports further fighting between foreign and Spanish elements within insurgent ranks. Montish regulars in Granada ordered to surrender arms. they refused. Italians arrived but remained unreconciled. Additional clashes noted in South Toledo.
In a lengthy Address-in-Reply debate the Opposition led by Mr Lang attacked government plans on unemployment migration and wages. They blamed policy failures for youth unemployment and criticized state aid and land policies. The motion condemned combines dominance and the closing of the State insurance office which raised private rates.
In Sydney Twemay Regimad Patrick Pevlueards am dation received imprisonment on a nine charge term for having stolen property. Detective Yatew stated he headed a gang of women shoplifters believed to operate elsewhere.
A new party focusing on taxation reform is being formed in Sydney, with plans to contest the coming Federal election. It signals emphasis on redressing both direct and indirect taxation as its principal plank.
In Canberra the Labour Party plans a vigorous attack on the Government with a censure motion soon after Parliament reassembles on August 24. The party will frame the motion after hearing the Prime Minister Lyons recount the Imperial Conference. The session promises to be pivotal before the general elections as parties focus on election strategies and policy.
A fast engulfing blaze tore through a Sydney structure early morning, killing few horses and damaging adjacent shops. Fire crews battled flames watched by a crowd as several firefighters suffered injuries. most workers were able to evacuate safely.
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