Chinese claim victory as Nan kow siege yields 5000 Japanese killed
Chinese forces report overwhelming success against Japanese at Nan kow with 5000 enemy fatalities and 1500 Chinese casualties. Shanghai and Hankow fronts remain volatile with evacuations ongoing and Allied ships crowded. Japan bombards coastal zones as Chinese divisions from Nanking advance, claiming pursuit and tactical gains amid global tension.
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Nanking
Chiang Kai-Shek
Nankow
Chinese Legislative Council
Ministers Discuss Joint Action Over Shanghai Crisis
London reports Ministers at the Foreign Office weighing urgent representations to Paris and Washington for joint action in the Shanghai crisis. They consider safeguarding Chinese and Japanese interests and protecting British subjects in the International Settlement.
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Foreign Office
Far East
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Daily Telegraph
Paria
Washington
Shanghai Crisla
Chinese Warning to Europe and United States
Chinese Finance Minister Dr Jung visiting Vienna warned Europe and the United States about Japan's rising menace. He urged immediate action in national interests, saying Europe and the United States sleep beside an erupting volcano. He condemned Japanese acts and warned that China’s downfall would heighten global force.
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Coal Prices to Rise as Owners Plan Increases
In Sydney, coal owners from northern, southern and western fields planned a price rise, cancelling a morning meeting. Most favor a 2 shillings per ton increase from 10s, aiming for 12s4d to 14s6d per ton, raising coal bills for gas, railways and electricity nationwide.
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Northern Coal Owners
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Commonwealth
Whs
Neutrality: America may declare Washington ructions
Secretary of State Cordell Hull said that President Roosevelt would declare neutrality if needed within 24 hours in the Japanese conflict, but he declined to equate the situation with Abyssinia. He stressed U S sovereignty does not follow its nationals abroad while warning against impunity for attacks on Americans or their property.
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Washington
Cordell Hull
Timal
Roosevelt
United States
Hull
Miners Move to Log Claims for Higher Wages
Negotiations with the Southern Coal Owners are concluded as the Miners Federation plans to serve a log of claims for increased wages on coke manufacturers. Nearly 2,000 coke workers on the South Coast and at Newcastle are Federation members. Further steps will target miners in Tagmens and Queensland.
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Southern Coal
Minera’ Federation
Newcastle
Tagmens
Queensland
Soviet Airmen Fairbanks Search Halts Amid Arctic Snowstorm
Arctic blizzard north of Point Barrow nearly ends the search for Soviet flyers Hollick and Kenyon. Planes involved have ceased operations as Toronto reports no acceptance of the Wilkins search invitation.
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Alaska
Point Barrow
Toronto
Hollick
Kenyon
Sir Hubert Wilkins
Alberta Bank Law Blocked After Premier Refusal
The Dominion Government announced Alberta banking legislation is disallowed after Premier Aberhart refused to take the case to the Supreme Court. Ottawa notes the stand impacts provincial finance actions.
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Alberta
Aberhart
Supreme Court
Spanish steamer reports torpedo attack off Pantelleria
The Conde de Abasolo’s captain said an Italian destroyer torpedoed his ship near Pantelleria, killing several crew and leaving 17 missing. The City of Wellington rescued the rest after the attack. an Italian aeroplane reportedly flew over the vessel two days earlier.
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Conde de Abasolo
City of Wellington
Pantelleria
Isolation of Dionne Quintuplets Amid Poliomyelitis Fears
In Vancouver on a Wednesday report cites 65 infantile paralysis cases in Southern Ontario, 11 fatal. Dr Dafoe imposes strict nursery isolation for the Dionne quintuplets with no entry by family members. He notes conditions are as perfect as humanly possible but extreme caution is required.
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Vancouver
Ontario
Dafoe
Brewery Wages Increased in Melbourne Arbitration Court
In Melbourne the Arbitration Court granted higher wages for brewery workers. Chief J Dethridge approved a new basic rate of five pounds per week with pro rata junior increases and a one shilling weekly rise for leading and tower hands. A 44 hour week was set and breweries gained the right to a five day week.
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Arbitration Court
J Dethridge
Missing Man Intensive Search Fails
Detectives quest for William Athol a Dulwich Hill insurance agent who vanished from his home on May 7. They learned he had secretly married a young registry office bride before disappearance and the couple returned to separate homes. The wife could not illuminate the case. He left with little money and keys. belongings were found in order.
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Bydney
William Atholsurance
Dulwich Hill
Soviet Attitude to Conflict Hesitates in Opinion
Moscow dispatch notes the Soviet leadership remains neutral as tension grows around Japan and Mongolia. The Daily Telegraph cartoon depicts a Japanese officer facing pushback from a Chinese worker, signaling cautious stance amid potential incursions into outer Mongolia.
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Eeene Alth
Vane
Ita Sym
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Daily Telegraph
Challenge Lyons and Page Tariff Policy Position Demanded
The Associated Chambers of Manufacturers of Australia urged Premier Lyons and Dr Earle Page to declare tariff policies and their stance on Australian industry at the annual conference. They argued clear plans would boost manufacturing, raise employment, and expand markets for primary products. Senator J Leckie cited a glaring case as context. The new tariff schedule was tabled on June 34 with Parliament not likely to consider it until 1938.
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Vic
Insurgent Advance Captures Twelve Villages In Santander Campaign
Rebels report twelve villages seized with 16,000 loyalists said trapped as heavy artillery and Moorish legions press toward Santander from Sala Manca. Advance covers 300 square miles of rugged mountains with Italian Arrows and Black Arrows leading the push. Government reports note mopping up needed as air and artillery bombardments continue.
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New South Wales Tightens Border Rules Over Infantile Paralysis
NSW imposes strict entry checks on Victoria, seeking Commonwealth proclamation of Victoria as an infected district. No uncertified child may cross border. medical proof required if under a certain age. Officials cite precaution, no alarm, as measures await federal action.
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Victoria
New South Wales
Epidemic Spreads Across Victoria Amid Deaths
Victoria reports 102 total cases with two adults and three children newly added. A 37 year old married woman from Kew and a 387 year old Ringwood man are among the deceased. Dandenong State School to close as health officials note 20 patients discharged since the outbreak began June 21. The state’s highest yearly incidence remains 303 in 1916.
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Ringwood
Health Es
Attacks on Shipping Rise as Ministers Expand Area
London reports a government move expanding the shipping attack zone after a ministers meeting. Admiralty instructions authorize counter measures if a British merchant ship is attacked without warning, with fleet captains instructed to open fire on submarines.
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The
Admiralty
Refugees Panic After Thorpe Bay Embarks 2000
Refugees panic ensued after the British steamer Thorpe Bay embarked about 2000 women and children. The event sparked relief efforts as authorities sought to manage the crowded voyage and ensure safe downstream resettlement.
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London
Thorpe Bay
Moscow views Outer Mon to be key to East Asia conflict
Moscow argues that Outer Mongolia is the strategic linchpin of the East region and that Japan will ultimately pursue it as a primary objective, reflecting a shift in perceived plans and aims.
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Moscow
Japan
Public Health Order Defines Victorian Contacts Rules
The Commonwealth Department of Health issues amended infectious disease rules for Victorian residents under 21 and travelers visiting Victoria. Occupiers of homes hotels boarding houses and schools in the Territory must report arrivals and cooperate with authorities to prevent infantile paralysis spread. Isolation and visitor bans may apply to those deemed contacts.
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Commonwealth Department of Health
Victoria
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Hollywood Stir Shields Brent Petition Outcome Awaited
A Hollywood dispute over Brent's petition lingers with the final outcome still awaited. The case draws attention as supporters await a formal decision from authorities.
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