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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 25, 1936
Page
1
In Darwin two Japanese individuals face scrutiny as authorities investigate alleged exploitation of native people. The case centers on labor conditions and the responsibility of local organizations in safeguarding workers. Police and court officials are reviewing evidence and potential remedies.
A report describes mails saved from a flying boat incident with crew efforts and rescue actions noted. Authorities investigate the event while mail contents are preserved and secured for delivery. The article highlights rapid response and recovery of scattered mail bags.
British destroyers Codrington Venitia and Wolsey responded to the Gibel Beljon incident off Malaga. The Repulse joined later as tensions rose between Britain and Spain over blockade and navigation rights. In Spain, loyalist forces bombed Gijon, with reports of chaos in Oviedo and heavy fighting as rebels resisted siege efforts.
In New York on Sunday the Queen Mary completed a record Atlantic crossing from Cherbourg in 4 days 7 hours 12 minutes at an average speed around 30 knots. The ship bettered its own prior mark by about 25 minutes though dense fog prevented a further record.
Moscow a Sunday report says 16 defendants including Kamenot and 14 associates were found guilty of terror offenses and conspiracy. The court sentenced them to death or severe penalties, with a 72 hour window to appeal, amid a dramatic courtroom scene.
Tokyo reports South Africa weighing higher tariffs on Japanese textiles despite low chances without Psimagent approval. Woollen manufacturers and exporters are enthusiastic, hoping to boost wool sales as rumors circulate. The Japanese Consul General in Cape Town says a South African manufacturer urged the government to raise duties.
Berlin dispatch reports signs of a coordinated anti Holanevist bloc amid Hungary and Hungary’s Horthy visiting Hitler with Papen present. The rumor links Germany Poland Austria Italy and Hungary forming a bloc with alleged Soviet support routes through Romania Slovakia Iran and other regions.
In Sydney on Monday the Parliamentary UAP moved to send the government’s new relief policy back to Cabinet for reconsideration. Cabinet could not meet for a week due to the Premiers Conference in Adelaide and an acting premier’s absence. Stormy session saw motions by J. C. Ross for new party leadership and censure of Cabinet withdrawn after critical statements.
Mangay Avoney reports a meeting at Waverley where WAP members urged government policy revocation. Ministers and party members debated extending relief works and delaying dismissals, seeking Cabinet reconsideration and a faster return to full-time operation. The resolution called for reviewing the decision and avoiding early lay-offs before Cabinet meets.
Allan Joseph Butler Tick le of B Tickle and Ben woollen merchants testified on the pegged exchange at 20 to 25 cent. They argued Australian currency debasement harms creditors and calls for an open market or a permanent monetary commission to oversee currency and exchange policy with representatives from creditors producers and importers.
A violent storm battered a large metropolitan area with gusts up to BT miles per hour, ripping windows at Imperial Arcade and felling boards. Port damage at Malbourne and Port Kembla reported, with fires, debris, and several injuries including Mrs Matiatie struck by a projectile. Maritime disruptions, tug Hero and Hula, plus threatened cottages and orchard damage marked the day’s havoc.
J Killock acting president of the Miners' Federation told an inquiry at East Maitland that his union would not sacrifice men’s lives for two pence per ton, opposing the use of electric coal cutting machinery at Abedare Central Mine. He argued the machine’s dangers and claimed electricity caused more mining disasters, while noting cost differences with compressed air.
London reports that Abe Algereon, member of the Olympic team, received an honour from the German Government. Present were Prince Boris and Cord Burgley, with secretary of the British Olympic Council noting the ceremony.
Fragmentary text reports a rebel bombing destroying a petrol depot and a large Loyalist siege near Cordoba and Grove. Details are unclear and many terms unreadable, but references indicate wartime disruption and strategic targets amid surrounded areas.
Grafton report notes Ren ee Donenry behind Mr Bruxner in a local political contest. Sparse readable text indicates campaign activity and party alignment, with rumors or partial details about support. Further specifics are unavailable due to fragmented OCR.
Sydney Labour Council secretary Mr O R King says 71 expelled ALP members are undamaged and signals the rank and file backing unions. He cites executive threats to expel attendees as fraud and predicts ALP consolidation moves while Trade Union Secretaries meet at Trade Hall to plan intensified action.
In Lismore on Monday five men Charene rearing and others faced charges of conspiracy connected to a greyhound ring-in scandal. Witnesses testified prison observations and discussions about jury influence while details of registration papers for dogs were questioned. The case remains partly heard with judge and counsel addressing procedural points.
In a libel case at the Causes Court today, Mauricio Cartan, jockey, defended his judgement saying he never interfered deliberately with Dulesdo’s horse. Charles Hillis, owner, and others testified about alleged interference while stewards James Freset and George Williaine defended Cartan’s reputation as reliable and worthy.
The Morning Post special representative in Berlin reports a well informed government official says the Rivesa campaign aims to prepare the German people for extending compulsory military training from one year to two years, without increasing the fighting force.
An overflow of water collapsed a shaft at the Brisela tin mine in Darby trapping two workers Jemied Andrews and Charles Keen. They battled floodwaters and failed to escape when a temporary embankment gave way but managed to force their way out, while the incident is valued at £10,000 in damages and losses.
Thecoroner heard evidence linking Boott and Goodman to a wardrobe death scene on June 15 and 38. Detectives described a broken bracelet and a bloody nose. Goodman a former governess servant, Boott seen leaving a bath room. Dr Sheldon said death by strangulation with twine around the neck. Witnesses noted pale appearance and clothes bloodstains amid conflicting statements.
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