Roosevelt policy spurs congressional debate on democracy aid
Washington Friday reports show a heated conference between President Roosevelt and the House Appropriations Committee as disputes over a stabilization fund and U S involvement in potential war under Roosevelt's aid to democracies intensify. Rome Berlin dispatches condemn Roosevelt as a destabilizing dictator threat and warn of Franco German friction.
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Sensation Foretold on President and Anti Aircraft Sale
New York Herald Tribune reports Senator Nye claims Army anti aircraft gun and radio beam system could be supplied to Britain, signaling urgent foreign policy tension. Roosevelt's stance reportedly endorsed by lawmakers while nine Republicans in the House Foreign Affairs Committee condemn the President's actions as risking entanglement in European conflicts.
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Delay with torpedo boats may push Australia to England
Australian naval authorities warn continued delay in constructing modern torpedo boats could threaten defence plans. The Commonwealth Government may order boats from England if delays persist, as Australia currently can only assemble various sections of the vessels.
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England
Britain seeks wider export guarantees to boost overseas trade
In London on Wednesday the Secretary of the Overseas Trade Department told the House of Commons that export industries should reorganize to meet modern world markets. He spoke on a bill to extend Board of Trade guarantees from 50 million to 175 million pounds to establish or encourage overseas trade, and the bill passed the committee stage.
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Executioner Dies on Way to Work in Underground Station
The famed French official executioner known as "Monsieur 4810" collapsed and died at an underground station while en route to his duty. A separate report notes Ovid Harvie, a seaman, killed after a fight aboard the steamer Bungeree, as a prisoner is charged.
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Fortifying the Baltic Pots Russia Oppose Sweden Finland Fortifications
London reports that the Soviet Union has informed it will oppose Sweden or Finland removing the 1821 Convention's neutralisation and demilitarisation of Baltic islands. Russia is not party to the convention. The Finnish army is seen as German-influenced, with potential German control of the Baltic fortifications in case of war.
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Associated Press
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Britain
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Rusele
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Percy Cotton Granted 12 Month Term for Shaving Case
Sydney report states Percy Cotton aged 82 from Auirdremer was released from Bathurat Gaol two days earlier and has been sentenced to twelve months' imprisonment at the Red Fern Court after being found guilty of shaving the cheque belonging to Winifred Jones.
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Pensions Plan for MPs Sparks House of Commons Vote
In London the House of Commons backed a private members bill by 204 to 103 to create a pension scheme for former MPs. It would grant pensions to those aged 70 or more with weekly income under a set threshold, funded by deducting from current MPs’ salaries, projected to cost about £7,000 per year. Mr Pownall outlined details and Mr Chamberlain supported the scheme as a public funds prudent measure.
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Ir Asaliston Pownall
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Poe
Bombs in Tube London Terror At Tottenham Court Leicester Square
Bombs believed caused by a lime bomb exploded in the luggage offices at Tottenham Court Road and the Leicester Square tube station at 6 am. A ticket collector was seriously injured as passengers fled in shock. Booking offices were wrecked and windows shattered. police rushed in a special squad. Normal services were maintained for departures while others were kept out. Thousands headed to business had to switch trains at other stations. Authorities suspect sympathizers conducted the blasts.
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London
Tottenham Court Road
Leicester Square
Tottenham Court
Great Britain Progress in Rearmament Industrial Panel Letter
A panel of industrials informs the Prime Minister that service departments with Treasury support are rapidly forming new industries for re armament. The panel notes that safety and waste disposal measures from September have largely been addressed and praises wholehearted industry cooperation in the program.
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London
Chamberlain Rand
House of Commons
Treasury
Faye
Datenca
Negrin vows resistance to guard Spanish independence
Valencia reports Premier Negrin telling Cortes that the government will continue with due resistance and insist on Spanish independence. He cites munitions shortages as a major problem and notes pressure from Italy and Germany while air raids near Valencia cause casualties.
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Valencia
Cortes
Seltar
Senor Negrin
Leck
Italy
Germany
Trajan
Colony demands peace proposals amid colonial retribution talk
The Australian Associated Press notes widespread belief that Britain will press for a peace speech from Hitler. Inquiries at foreign embassies reveal theories Germany may seek to redraw colonial holdings to encircle French empire and threaten Britain’s trade routes, prompting intervention from France and Britain. The Daily Telegraph cites changes in German policy toward colonies and possible shifts toward decisive demands for continental gains.
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Hepburn Praises Australians on How We Run the Country
Premier Hepburn praised Australians as doing a good job and building a strong unit of the empire before departing for Canada, declaring their contribution important as he left Ontario for overseas duties.
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Sydney
Tario
Mr. Hepburn
Canada
National Register Plan Backed by Defence Minister
Cabinet meeting in Hobart expected to consider a plan for a national man-power register in Australia. Defence Minister Melboune Feday is set to move for establishing the register as a matter of vital importance.
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Melbourne
Feday
Hobart
Australia
Defence
Illegal Lottery Pronounced With Nominal Fine
A fragmentary report describes a nominal fine in a lottery case. It mentions a theatre setting and individuals whose names appeared on a list, with details about photos in a vestibule and prior announced amounts tied to an agreement.
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Cane Johnaon
Barre ‘Nd
Cela Tg Te Mage
Iven
Germany to Increase Submarine Armament Under Treaty Plan
A Berlin and London joint communique outlines Germany aim to step up submarine building and armament under the Anglo German naval agreement. Germany will reclassify 10,000 ton cruisers under construction to align with treaty rights, with steps to begin in 1939 and continue until the treaty is fulfilled.
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Boy Lived In Bush For Month With Birds
Perth report describes a boy about five who lived in the bush for a month, daily about birds, with Shanghaiing-like mischief. He was stated to have deserted the home of his foster parents and was committed to an institution.
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Shanghai
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Henaa
Renewal stalled as ABC rights agreement expires
In Melbourne on Friday no action has been taken to renew the agreement between the Australian Broadcasting Commission and the Australian Performing Rights Association after expiration on Tuesday. It is believed programme rights will continue under the old charge scale.
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Australian Performing Rights Association
Wbéiimed
Air Crash Lane Digs 20 Feet into Earth
A crash near Lane digs 20 feet into ground as officials investigate the forces involved. Hawker is named among witnesses and authorities probe the event for cause and safety lapses.
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Lane
Anglo American Transatlantic Air Service Accord Changes
The State Department announced notes with Britain on a modified transatlantic air service plan. It requires simultaneous inauguration of Pan American and Imperial Airways routes. Imperial Airways starts June 1. Pan American aims March 15 with landing rights pending.
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Imperial Airways
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Imperial
Pan American Airways
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France
America
Lord Privy Seal announces infant under two factory section
In the House of Commons the Lord Privy Seal announced a redesigned factory section for infants under two, with speed in reduction. He said 110,000 respirators for children over two were on order and ready for delivery.
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London
Lord Privy Seal
John Anderson
House of Commons
Censored Play Interview Notes Broadcast Restrictions
A broadside interview with Mrs Dory Parker wife of the producer of The Women was censored with instructions to avoid any discussion of the play The Women The NRW manager of the TI Mr C Wick later explained the situation and the restrictions imposed on the interview session
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Hiiay
Broadcam
Dory Parker
Ducer
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Women
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NRW
Mir. C. Wick
Protest overcoat pricing and farm group stance amid talks
Fragmented notes show a protest against a post position on coats with low prices and potential price drops. The President of the Texas Agricultural Association, Mr Abbott, stated that growers would be affected, warning of serious impacts and possible price decreases up to ten percent.
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Aydney
Tne
Jraxiern Association
Mr. Abbott
British Finance Bill Boosts Gold Price Valuation
British finance changes push gold mining shares up after the government amends the Currency and Bank Notes Acts. The Bank of England’s gold holdings will be valued at market price, altering reserve management and the monetary system. Analysts note no central banking precedent.
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London
Stock Exchange
Bank of England
Bush fire victims discussed at Canberra meeting
A letter from Canberra Victoria Rage conveyed sympathy for bush fire victims. The meeting of the central group heard the sagan victims had been carried at the session. The motion was proposed by the Countess of Jersey.
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Victoria
Central
Countess of
Jersey
Submarine No. 183 Sunk Near Bungo Straits
A Japanese submarine, No. 183, sunk yesterday morning after colliding with another submarine during maneuvering at the Bungo Straits. Fascon work is noted as progressing amid the loss.
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