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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 27, 1936
Page
1
Government troops, in stronger formation, repelled a Rebel attack aided by tanks and artillery. The Times reported the assault near Burgos, noting reinforcements from Legionaries and Moors were expected. Officials warned the outcome hinges on evolving warfare and equipment gaps.
In Libhon Welah airmen report seven rebel planes captured or brought to the front, suggesting the air force now challenges the rebels. Officers warn the shift could intensify tensions and complicate the war's balance as concerns rise over the overall strategy. London reports Spain refuses to sever diplomatic ties, warning rupture harms European peace and Catholic sympathy amid the in troubled relations.
A quarry explosion in Erie killed a man identified as Broadbent. Investigators report he was thrown by the blast and fatally injured. Details on the incident and those assisting are limited, with officials noting immediate danger and emergency response.
London dispatch reports Portugal hampers the non intervention pact as Paris and London press backed by diplomatic sources note Lisbon’s stance is pro Axis and blocks full cooperation. The French and British governments have exerted influence to secure practical cooperation while Lisbon remains resistant.
A large government subsidy for imported wool is summarized, detailing expected effects on foreign wool markets, producer incentives, and broader trade implications. The recap notes claimed benefits to domestic textile firms and concerns about market distortion and fiscal cost.
The Ashabi reports the Wool Imports Control Association adopted a motion, pending Commerce Ministry approval, to curb Australian wool and shift to other sources. A 10 million yen subsidy pool will be funded by cotton textile imports, cloth and rayon exporters, and the association to offset higher costs of South African and South American wool. The fund aims to publicize South African and Argentine wool purchases and support substitutes, hoping to restart talks with Australia.
Reports from Melbourne indicate a positive public reaction to the Commonwealth Government’s call for militia recruits. The drive shows heavy enlistment and an aggregate near the target of 1000 men, reflecting broad support for expanding new units.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Quist predicted as star for 1937 with garbled phrases about tense gall and bowing and a New York newspaper reference. Reading fixes unclear names, dates, and events. main claim centers on Quist as anticipated standout for 1937.
Inquest today into the death of Gidney Williams aged 65, governing director. The report is garbled but cites Williams and mentions his role with an administrator or company. The exact circumstances and findings are not clearly readable.
Sydney announces a special cabinet meeting for Tuesday to discuss the government’s unemployment policy and matters from the Prime Minister’s Conference. Acting government head Mr Buttenshaw agreed to convene the session after a telephone call with Mr Bruxner, who is currently at Ashfield.
The New York Times reports Roosevelt, if re elected, may back a 1937 international conference to seek practical steps for world peace. Attendees would include King Edward, Stalin, Mussolini, Hitler, Le Brun, and Japanese representatives, with further government actions delaying dismissals and suspending certain policies. The Public Works Department plans to start new works to aid peace and prevent war, while relief depots face staffing decisions and register workers at state exchanges.
Mr F A James plans to claim damages from the Commonwealth Dry Fruits Board accusing loss from a marketing schema deemed unconstitutional by the Privy Council. He will sail to Adelaide in September with adviser K Ward, seeking compensation for five years of business damage and fruit sales disruption. London traders largely welcomed the decision as government control reduced beneficial outcomes.
The Daily Herald reports Britain plans to regain the Blue Riband for Atlantic prestige by pursuing the record in the Pacific, signaling renewed resolve from London to restore maritime leadership.
A chaotic scene over a subsidy delay led to a man being charged with manslaughter following a quarrel. Police remanded the suspect as investigations continue into the confrontation and alleged involvement in the incident.
Berlin reports Herr Hitler promotes mobilised youth training resembling the Trallas system with model training free of class distinctions. A proposed Ministry of Youth under Baldur von Rehirach faces opposition from Protestant and Catholic circles over alleged neo pagan influences linked to Bitop von Rosanburg.
Paris reports exercise of military plans, with France’s postwar army described as weak. Officials say a longer training period will be used to bolster readiness, and French reserves would be drawn if conflict arises, though manpower remains insufficient against Germany’s expanded forces.
In Sydney on arrival at Ryde, W L Crewe predicts United States will buy a large share of Australian wool this year. He notes US margin from domestic production cannot meet demand and last year’s strong woollen goods market may repeat with Australia supplying much of US needs.
Reports detail party tensions as expulsions provoke a conference move toward a federal appeal. Debates allege abuses of power by Lang and Lanskin while Labour figures clash over approach to the Trades movement. The piece notes threats against Trotsky supporters and a Kremlin stance amid the purge.
Prime Minister Lyons told the Premiers that there is no basis for hopes of increased grants or new taxation powers. He said Commonwealth receipts have not risen with state revenues, and rejected requests for power to raise revenues or excise duties. Debates over petrol tax, education funding, and road grants featured criticism from New South Wales and Victoria as states pressed for fairer distributions and larger development funding. The exchange highlighted tensions over financial agreements and federal-state fiscal relations.
An attack on the ALP executive was alleged by J. Garden who warned the Labour Party could settle after a period of upheaval. He suggested factional tensions might ease as the party restructures.
King Edward arrived in Athens in the evening and dined at the Mitio Legation where thousands cheered his arrival. The crowd lingered as they awaited further events after the welcoming display.
A garbled 19th century sports note hints at English bowler Landon facing a charge amid brewing tension in a rain affected match. The fragment mentions Watt Tage and Susie Ive, with terse allusions to a decisive ball and abrupt termination of a dramatic play.
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