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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 12, 1938
Page
1
The Press of Peru reports Senor Benvides declaring the Americas united in this wartime phase. Cordell Hull and other leaders weigh Europe policy while warning against hostile actions. Benvides urges strength to gain respect and avoid antagonism with Europe.
A rare hurricane on record hit Sydney Saturday with 98.3 degree heat and 75 mph winds. One hundred people sought hospital care for injuries from debris and fires as outer suburbs burned. ships and trains faced disruption while authorities warned of continuing danger and structural damage across the harbour and port areas.
Fragmentary notice describes a ship, port stay, and a three hour traffic disruption on a bridge due to downed wires after a storm. Names and places are garbled, but the core event is a temporary bridge closure affecting New St. Paul’s Church area and harbor traffic.
Mr Eden announces a proposed tour of the United States during a period of tension and growth in Britain. He urges democracy defenders to unite against a rising worship of the state while recalling Britain's resolve and heritage. The broadcast includes warnings of storm damage and political fervor as Canberra's St Pauls Church foundation stone service proceeds.
Lord Cranbourne says Italy flagrantly violates the Non Intervention Agreement. Speaking at Weymouth he claims Italy bombs British ships and demands Germany, worsening the situation. He urges Britain to resist and intensify efforts amid concessions and blackmail fears.
Polls in the Wakefield by election in South Australia showed an unmistakable swing against the Lyons government. Labour appeared set to win the seat for the first time, according to Saturday reports.
The Wakefield by election analysis shows Labour narrowing the gap with United Australia despite a 14,000 vote margin in the last general election. Figures indicate potential swing toward McHugh against Butler as preferences shift, with 54,000 electors on roll and about 7,000 votes yet to be counted.
An official publication shows Italy's naval expansion from 270 vessels and 361000 tons in 1922 to 390 ships and 560001 tons by year end with 260000 tons more under construction for completion in 1942. The fleet will include eight battleships, eight cruisers, 100 destroyers, and 360 submarines with ships armed by 1942.
A Reuters style summary notes voters rebuke Labour and praise the Opposition's chance as Wakefield by election looms. Mr Ehruat comments on the Wake- Gag ballot while Mr McHugh may win the seat. Hawker previously held it, with shifts in Labour support seen since 1937.
Prague dispatch reports major gas mask factories halted shipments to Britain and France, citing German policy against deliveries to powers outside the Rome Berlin axis. The move follows orders to halt non member deliveries and reflects wartime trade constraints during the conflict.
A factory blaze near Wuhu caused extensive damage to a Chinese glass works as gunboat escorts patrolled the Yangtze. Fire swept through bottle storage and machinery buildings, threatening nearby facilities. relief orders and brigades were dispatched to contain the inferno.
Manila reports a death toll from the typhoon in the Philippines with at least one casualty. Le Havre strike called off as union resumes tomorrow. Mr Maude leaves for America as Australians bid farewell at Waterloo Station. Allied blame for Hitler noted in New York remarks. Belgian cabinet stands firm despite ministerial errors with premier backed by king and parliament.
In Memel on Sunday Germans seek to win 27 of 50 seats in the new three year autonomous diet. The election features German and Lithuanian candidates with factions calling for union with the Reich. Campaigns include a rebel-nationalist current, uniformed guards at rallies, and a broadcast appeal from Dr Gumans claiming Lithuanian subject status but long ago allegiance.
London Sunday report quotes Rast De La Wart addressing a labour conference in Nottingham. He warns democracy will not survive if always two years late and argues Britain must mobilize its resources for maximum effectiveness, despite noting no ideal games or alterations in policy.
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