Britain Eyes Expanded Nyon Rules Amid Submarine Sighting Claims
London reports Britain seeks to extend Nyon rules to allow attacking subs seen outside territorial waters. Eden reportedly asks France and Italy to join protests over the sinking of the Ennymion. Insurgent warships allegedly captured two British coal ships off the Spanish coast and moved them to the Balearics.
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Eden Answers Parliament on Endymion Sinking
Mr Eden told the Commons the government rues the Endymion disaster off Spain killing ten crew. He said navies would tighten Mediterranean patrols with Ny on powers and a full incident report will guide any action. In Barcelona survivors describe failed lifeboat launches as the Endymion sank rapidly and crews struggled in the water.
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Commons Condemns Air Raids in Surprise Debates
In a surprise debate Mr Eden led a strong speech as the Commons adopted the Labour motion without division. The House calls for an international agreement to ban meral bombardments of civilians and urges the Government to press for prohibition. Mr Eden said Britain would seek such an agreement.
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Fund for Victims' Dependents Urged in Sydney
The Sydney Trade and Labour Council and the Meat Industries Employees' Union planned a fund for dependents of victims of the Lidcombe bombing outrage. They also urged the Government to allocate substantial funds for investigations and for a reward.
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Franco's Policy Declared by First Civil Cabinet
A declaration of policy issued after Franco's First Civil Cabinet met on January 41 states the aim of an international policy that seeks peace but only through heroic war to protect national dignity and respect among nations.
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Burgos
Eureka Stockade reference sparks pageant debate
Sydney minister Mr Cunningham responding to Queensland Premier Fo Smith said the Eureka Stockade would not be depicted in the pageant Australia’s March to Nationhood. He noted the 1996 committee decision to omit actual war scenes convict life or battles from the celebration.
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Nazi cabinet crisis as war minister resigns in Berlin
Berlin reports confirm War Minister Von Blomberg's resignation before a trip to Italy on January 28 amid high army party tensions. General Von Fritsch may also have quit, Goering and Hitler seen as potential successors, while Himmler wields shadow government power. Der Sturmer battles racial pollution charges with provocative postings.
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Navy chief denies joint war alliance with Britain
Admiral Leahy tells the Naval Committee that the United States Navy has no plans to join foreign powers in war. He says the proposed building programme will strengthen naval strength and deter attacks, while denying that it implies an alliance with Britain.
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Naval race pressures Japan amid big ship build up
The Daily Telegraph’s diplomatic writer reports Britain France and the United States consult on notes to Japan about battleship construction. They say matched tonnage may deter an arms race, while Tokyo defends its defense program as non threatening and denies links with Italy or Germany.
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Polar Party Peril On Ice Near Moscow
Polar scientists face danger as their ice floe breaks up near Moscow. They retreat to a portable tent measuring 55 by 38 yards and have saved all instruments, records, and three months of supplies. A new wireless aerial has been built on a nearby floe and rescue efforts are hastened.
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Fire In Gaol Sydney Question On Origin Of Blaze
Parramatta Coroner Mr Williams reported to the Minister for Justice on a fire that destroyed a tailor’s shop in the Parramatta gaol. He could not determine how the fire started. £800 damage was estimated. It emerged the main water supply had been turned off.
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University of Rowing Club shell wreck in practice
A racing shell with eight oarsmen broke in two during a (unrehearsed) spill in a picture shot by the University Rowing Club. No collisions were intended though the boat was wrecked and the crew sustained minor injuries.
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Magistrate rules wages tax deduction illegal under federal awards
In Central Court the magistrate held employers could not deduct wages tax from workers covered by federal awards. The Tasmanian Steamers case involved Richard Lang, chief cook aboard the Wollongbar, paid under awardless terms from 1937 to 1937. If upheld, over 200,000 NSW workers would lose an easy tax collection method, affecting state revenue and timing of payments. The Sydney Chamber of Commerce warned employers to continue deductions pending state clarification.
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Too Much Talk Australia Dinner Sparks Complaints
In Melbourne on Thursday the Australian celebrations faced criticism from guests at the state dinner. Jose General laments excessive dinners and conversations, blaming slow service on Bir oats Stamp speeding up the event. An abrupt finish ends the report with fragmented remarks.
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No Arrest Yet in Lidcombe Case Reward Status Unclear
Police have not made an arrest in the Lidcombe case and admitted there was an end to the investigation. No reward has been issued to date.
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Japanese Offensive Signs In North China Reported
A note to foreign legations in Peiping urges evacuation from a zone south of the Yangtse River to the coast and north of a Taingtao to Taiyuan line, including Hankow. Japan occupies Cageoo with little resistance and pressures for national insignias amid air raids and mission settlements. Reports cite possible puppet government plans, and troops from Kwangsi arrive at Takhol as naval actions and compensation issues surface in London.
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Chinese Air Forces Claim Regaining Aerial Supremacy
British reports note Japanese planes approached the city but retired after an hour without a raid. Chinese Curtiss Hawks and Gladiators undergo special training with rechargeable engines enabling long flights and high altitude speeds. Chinese pilots claim Russian pursuit planes, though faster, climb slowly, aiding dogfights. Chinese air units bomb Japanese aerodromes, troop positions, and ships along the Yangtze River.
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House of Commons petitions from 804000 protest rising living costs
The Liberal Leader Sir Archibald Sinclair sponsors 804000 petition signers urging action on high prices. Attendants carry bundles to the House as they protest that essentials and domestic needs hit low wage earners and those on allowances or dole.
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Albury Crime Mention Raises Local Concern
A man with a brief arrest history contacted a woman and the case drew attention from residents. The unrelated trade petition seeks to ease restrictions to promote freer markets and benefit consumers.
League Council Pushes Concerted Action for Far East Settlement
The League Council adopted a Britain drafted resolution noting intensified Far East hostilities and urging fellow powers to consider feasible steps for a just settlement. Dr Wellington Koo urged concrete measures to restore the League's prestige, with China receiving cautious support and calls for broad peace support worldwide.
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Pilgrimage Planned to Shrine at La Perouse
Arrangements are completed for a Roman Catholic pilgrimage to the shrine at La Perouse on Sunday week. The event marks a contribution to the 150th celebrations with His Grace Archbishop Kelly to preside at the special religious ceremony.
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