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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 20, 1936
Page
1
In a tense Pacific relations conference, British delegate A Zepanene urged that Japan's rapid trade expansion could trigger defensive blocs. Principal speakers warned Tokyo's plans might push nations to ally against it, signaling sharper realities behind earlier academic talk.
A Tuesday note from Asmagh Shimbun describes a gathering in Tokyo with reference to an audience and the specific setting. The article uses blurred phrases and focuses on public presentation dynamics and audience capacity in a formal city context.
In a tense policy discussion, Labour outlines gains from its approach, framing the policy as delivering results. Critics warn of potential risks, while analysts cite fiscal implications and public reaction shaping the political landscape.
Fae fog Ege PRE and eo co on Saturday face strong opposition as residents react to unclear threats. Local officials urge calm while community members seek clarity on safety and upcoming events.
Cleveland Cole and Percy Hull, both in critical condition, were found by a search party after nine days stranded in rugged snow country near Bogong. They endured exposure and hunger, carried by the rescue team through harsh weather to reach Mt Cope Hut and finally Omeo Hospital. Milieu reports from Melbourne describe their ordeal and dramatic rescue by Rover Scouts and helpers after Mitchell left to seek aid.
A Times correspondent reports growing fears that Moorish troops may slip from control during the Spanish Civil War. Both sides commit merciless acts, with massacres, executions, and reprisals reported in Madrid and along the front. The arrival of 1000 Foreign Legion troops from Morocco signals intensified operations for the rebels.
A court martial at Lamary clarifies the report about a dawn strike by the Titurse commander. The Dell representative notes initial wording misstates timing and outcome, correcting the record and outlining official stance on the incident.
Fragmentary manuscript notes describe factions within France and the civil conflict, with lines about expulsions and shifting alliances. The fragment references Pranab and Gebastins amid proding negotiations, hinting at a broader political crisis.
The Daily Mail estimates the Civil War in Britain has caused about 4 125,000,000 in damage to trade and property and records 4,000 killed in battle, 12,000 killed in street fighting, and 22,000 injured.
In testimony tied to a dairy board bribery probe, witnesses recount private meetings and threats involving sums of money. Officials ask if Donessier and Boussaier discussed payments, while claims of £400 and £1000 are debated and denials of receiving or distributing bribes are stated. Witnesses recall conversations with detectives and newspaper figures.
A Victorian Wheat Growers' Association official accused Prime Minister Lyons of tariff hypocrisy and warned that Australia would negotiate while endangering primary producers. He cited government wool auction changes and urged stronger action to shield farmers from further impoverishment amid national policy debates.
London reports seized papers show a vast Nazi spy network in Spain with 10 000 documents from Berlin to Barcelona and Vigo detailing daily life and agents. The Barcelona correspondent states files were moved before a purge and key figures like Eric Baalis and Haché are named.
The Sydney Eisteddfod opens with entrants from far afield and prizes totaling £1000 in cash and trophies. The competition lasts ten days and includes events across multiple divisions, with judging for vocal and instrumental categories.
The club plans a longer fight schedule and seeks to refuse a premature guarantee of 1300 pounds. A November 10 bout with Gyeney for Amarion was booked in Perera but now faces changes with a potential 33 round investment noted as 1360.
A man was committed for trial on a poisoning charge after investigators, including Sergeant Roteen, testified at a preliminary hearing. Details from the show of evidence describe the alleged poisoning act and its suspected effects.
A large gold dredge sank in New Zealand waters amid unclear weather and mechanical failure. Rescue teams surveyed the area while authorities investigated the incident and potential environmental impact.
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