Investigator Appointed In Film Industry War In Australia
Sydney Thursday Premier Stevens announced the appointment of Mr. F. W. Marks a consultant and business leader to investigate the dispute between American film companies and Australian distributors. The long standing clash involves profit margins, theatre construction, and independent cinemas seeking direct film access, with Metro Goldwyn Mayer planning outlets in Sydney Brisbane and Melbourne. Mr. Marks will begin the inquiry tomorrow with the Government not bound to support any side.
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F. W. Marks
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Brisbane
Melbourne
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Roosevelt defends budget amid seven figure deficit
President Roosevelt says the deficit surpassing seven figures stems from emergency appropriation. He argues the ordinary budget remains within bounds and could yield a surplus, while future funds should align with relief program needs.
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Unis Waa
Conro
Dutch Appeal for Van der Lubbe in Fire Trial
Leipsig dispatch reports The Dutch government has appealed to Germany to commute Van der Lubbe’s death sentence to life imprisonment. The case hinges on a German legal requirement for a prisoner to request commutation, which Van der Lubbe has not done, raising doubt about a hanging.
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London
China opens vast wheat trade with China Australia chance in Asia link
The overseas trade report notes China as a rice eating nation increasing wheat use and the potential for Australia to export surplus wheat. It says Britain holds 38 percent of canal trade and that imperial interests push for greater Asia market collaboration and wheat flows.
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France Rejects Hitler Direct Talks in Disarmament Plan
France informs Germany that while it will continue disarmament talks, any general security framework must operate within the League. Paris effectively declines direct negotiations proposed by Herr Hitler, insisting on a League-based approach.
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France
Hitler
German Attack on the League in Korrespondens
Berlin reports in the Korrespondens that the League of Nations is an unreliable instrument for international cooperation. The mouthpiece claims Sir John Simon's Paris visit shows belief in a central role for the League, warning of its recent failures and sabotage. It adds the League is generally unreproductive and reactionary and has now broken down amid the latest problems.
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Bradman English report of dispute in London
The Daily Telegraph reports friction over a potential clash between cricket traditions and personal lives. It notes the Board of Control’s stance on marital arrangements while hinting at Don Bradman and his wife’s possible separation and the impact on Australia’s team dynamics.
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Australia
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England
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Wagga Mystery Body Identity Still Unknown
Wagga Sydney report states a body found in the Murrumbidgee River remains unidentified. Detectives pursue causes of death as Government Medical Officer Dr Palmer and Dr King hope to lift fingerprint impressions from a hand. body has been in water for some time.
Codex Sinaiticus Purchased for 100000 Shillings Shown in London
The fourth century Codex Sinaiticus, bought for £100,000 from the Soviet Government, was exhibited at the British Museum. Dr Bell verified the manuscript’s authenticity after a two hour inspection as 3500 visitors contributed to a public fund, with 80 percent offering Treasury notes to cover part of the price. Sir George Hill commented on the codex's sentimental value.
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George Hill
Museum
Prince Georges Tour Not Connected With Centenary
The Promien celebration in Melbourne did not begin until October while Prince George’s Tour in the city remained unrelated. Detectives McRae and Crosbie searched the river near the spot where a body was found wedged, as the dead man was buried as a pauper yesterday.
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Crosbie
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Clive
Reichswehr Chief Resigns After Clash with Nasi Rulers
On Wednesday General von Hammerstein-Equord, chief of the Reichswehr, resigned. He cited an inability to work in harmony with the Nasi rulers, though he supported the regime.
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British lending policy expansion likely in new year
London report says plans for revival of British lending include safeguards to prevent financing competitors of British industry. Government aims to ensure most loans are spent domestically. Treasury to remove ban on foreign loans early in the year pending final details.
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Daily Herald
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Jacob Ruppert Battles Ice and Fire in South Polar Trek
Rear-Admiral leads the Jacob Ruppert as it fights boiler fires after water flooded the starboard oil tank. Two 200 foot icebergs loom near the ship while aviation crew prepares emergency air support. Steam pressure stabilizes as the ship threads a wary path away from the main ice pack ten miles north, having lost 68 miles since Saturday noon.
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Air mail pilot plans New Zealand flight from Richmond
Sir Charles Kingaford Smith announced plans to carry a flat experimental tail to New Zealand, taking off from Richmond Aerodrome for New Plymouth around January 32. He is convinced a regular New Zealand air service is possible soon, as the Southern Cross is being reassembled after a complete overhauling.
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Charles Kingaford Smith
New Zealand
Richmond
Berlin to host 1936 Games on record scale plans
Berlin officials outline plans for the 2086 Olympic event of 1936 with record scale and vast grounds. Reports mention 285 acres of wooded area at Puuhleabers and readiness to accommodate large crowds, while related financial and international talks address trade, taxation, and cultural measures between Britain, France, and Germany.
French Railway Laxity Sparks Serious Charges Against System
In Le Matin interview fireman Charpentier alleges repeated signalling block failures by the Strasbourg express system without official notice. He cites dozens of reported instances and notes colleagues feared job loss. Driver Daubigny reportedly saved the train on November 24 by stopping at high speed after a wheel tyre detached, prompting passenger applause.
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Strasbourg Express
le Matin
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Strassbourg
King's Message to France Amid Christmas Tragedy
Hin Majenry the King o tay tales anished to the French Premitent to accept an expression of heart felt sympathy on behalf of the Freynas for the terrible disaster casting a shadow over the Christmas season.
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Lontion
Memorial Service for Lagny Train Disaster Victims
An emotional memorial at Gare de Teat, attended by 600 relatives, heard M. Renaudan of the Eastern Railway Company describe the Nancy express tragedy as a Christmas Eve journey with no return. Minister Paganon promised an exhaustive inquiry and use of science to improve safety.
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Eastern Railway ‘Company
Lagny
Gare de Teat
Nancy
Paganon
Olympiad to outdo earlier games with Olympic rounds
Report claims the Olympiad will surpass previous Games as all events except rowing proceed in Olympic rounds, aligning more events under the same format and schedule.
American Naval Ambitions Aim for Treaty Parity by 1939
Washington report says Congress will be urged to authorize ship replacement construction to place the Navy on treaty parity by 1939. Estimated total cost rises to about 360 million dollars with personnel increasing from 79,000 to 100,000. The U S fleet remains 207,030 tons below treaty limits.
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Washington
Associated Pree
Navy
Necaneary
Lesson to British Railways on steel passenger coaches
The Daily Express argues British railways lag the USA by 5 percent and Germany at 98 percent steel over wood in coaches. It says replacing all British coaches with steel would take five years and steel passenger coaches are the sole safeguard to protect passengers in crashes, potentially saving hundreds of lives.
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Daily Express
USA
Germany
Rally Way
Cuba Defaults on American Loans Amid Anti American Sentiment
Cuba plans to default on a 3.5 million dollar loan to American bondholders, citing illegality of Machado era contracts. Officials hint at a moratorium on interest amid wider sugar industry and labor turmoil. Internal economic strain worsens as sugar plantations face seizure and workers fear starvation, fueling anti American sentiment in major cities.
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Presiden Grau Marti
Chass National Bank Io
New York
Ialand
Washington
Russian grain crop higher than 1932 production level
Report from Moscow notes grain deliveries tally for 4883 completed with a higher total production share than 72 percent in 1991. Details appear inconsistent due to garbled wording but indicate improved crop output relative to 1932 benchmarks and a reference to 1991 figures.
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