08 Dec 1938
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 08, 1938
Page
1
An interview with W Burckhardt features Wilhelm von Kaiser discussing Adolf Hitler with blunt refusals to accept the Fuhrer’s aims. Gandhi in a Bombay piece argues war would not justify harming humanity and condemns tyranny while urging nonviolent action.
An unclear set of words and garbled phrases describe fears of British reaction. The text mentions locations like London and Rome and references to countries, events, and names, but the overall meaning is obscured by severe OCR errors.
The article reports on Mr Pirow and British officials discussing war aims and possible further interment after the current phase. It notes prior expressions by the Danmionk Secretary and indicates Britains government plans to consult with Ne Biroye on the matter and await Mr Pirows response before proceeding.
Serious cabinet split as postponing the entire national insurance scheme for at least three years becomes highly probable amid tense politics. The ministers weigh a Country Party proposal to defer contributions with Mr Menzies and Mr Casey divided, and a noon deadline looms for deciding whether to seek passage of a postponement bill or abandon the scheme.
Paris reports that France and Germany signed a no war declaration aimed at friendly neighbourly relations and mutual respect. The move pledges continued contact on mutual problems and a general push toward appeasement, while reserving full sovereignty and frontier terms for future agreement.
A report describes a fire at fruit packing yards near Lacon and Vandasidings. It also covers a French Foreign Minister statement praising efforts toward peace with Kratie and Germany, noting new frontiers recognition and calls for continued intellectual exchange. Observers noted police presence and the absence of the German flag at a street scene.
The Frankfurter Zeitung argues in a reader on the Commonwealth defence programme that Australia’s 7,000,000 cannot field an army rivaling great powers. It notes a mismatch between Australia’s empty steppes and crowded regions elsewhere, yet warns immigration fears by workers threaten agricultural and working populations needed for military strength.
In Brussels the Chamber of Deputies backed the government by 49 to 21 abstentions after a confidence motion. Prime Minister Spaak won only 18 votes from his Socialist Party, leaving him to decide tomorrow whether to resign as the nation weighs its leadership and policy direction.
The Meal spokesman notes the South Aviation Minister for Defence Mr Viuw observed international debate during a trip to Paris. The report omits details of von M bberstrap's efforts and the major journey's purpose.
Port Kembla faces a looming crisis as waterside workers, backed by a union, threaten to halt operations amid government licensing under the Transport Workers Act. The Attorney General announced the notice extending licensing would take effect from gazettal, making loading and unloading of interstate and overseas goods subject to licensing at Port Kembla. The move positions Port Kembla as a licensed port with licensing officer enforcement after proclamation.
Port Kembla waterside workers vote to keep the landing ban on the steamer Ram La ram and plan to press Federal Labour leader Mr Carin to seek a referendum on sending war materials to aggressor nations.
London reports a heated debate on Britain’s Far East trade interests following Japanese actions in China. Officials warned that persistent tensions could trigger wider global repercussions, with calls to safeguard British ports and harbors and to respond decisively to protect commerce.
Mr W HIM, deputation member, said rights support would be wrong in Canberra yesterday. The Sydney branch of the winded workers federation decided to back Kemblamens and oppose reintroducing the licensing provision of the Transport Workers Act.
Rumored Briton challenges Palmer for a championship and will travel to Melbourne or Sydney to defend the belt. An offer of £4000 has been placed to secure the bout, with negotiations believed to be progressing for a late arrangement.
Melbourne authorities debunk a major dope selling ring believed linked to Japanese sailors after raids on three clubs and a house. Police conclude two weeks of surveillance, leading to arrests and about 50 charges on cocaine supply and disposal.
Deputy Premier Brice Ner clarifies that Lyons did not claim the State Government is wholly responsible for bread price rises in New South Wales. Bruxner argues Lyons said bread price changes after the Act aimed to offset wheat growers’ costs, a matter for state government.
Labour MPs attacked government policy and a pastry association claim about taxed greyhound feed. Rowe-year and colleagues pressed for a response as concerns grew that 50,000 greyhounds fed faulty biscuits faced new excises. Lyons offered to check what biscuits were used. Ward and others laughed at the exchange.
London reports indicate General Branco's seizure of grain ships prompts a Commons discusión. Officials concede about 15 ships, some not carrying British cargoes, were involved. Four cases show asserted belligerent rights, with questions to be raised in Parliament.
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