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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 05, 1932
Page
1
A Santiago fire disaster in Cuba leaves multiple deaths and many injured as officials probe the blast and collapse. Authorities report eight killed or injured with responders uncovering casualties amid gas and electricity lines cut to prevent further danger.
Intense aerial and naval bombardment targets Shanghai and surrounding districts. Japanese forces press attacks across northern sectors as heavy fire and smoke rise from burning districts. Allied observers report mounting destruction and units advancing toward key areas while Manchuria tensions escalate.
Report from Montreal via United Press details Japanese denials of misdeeds in Shanghai amid violent Chinese military actions. Describes clashes, claimed provocations, and Japan’s stance on events affecting Chinese cities, with Senator Borah noting surprising proxy reports about bombings.
Japan responds to Western powers regarding mobilization and intervention. Tokyo refuses immediate action and asks for consideration of finger hax as a stand-in for control. The note signals Tokyo’s willingness to negotiate but conditions aid and military moves on direct talks and mutual agreement with the Mieputs.
A damaged report describes the M2 submarine found near its last dive site. Divers explored but could not reach the hull, with wreckage near the stern and signal devices, while authorities weigh salvage plans and firing warnings about explosive batteries and electric motors aboard.
Fragmented item notes Malcolm Campbell arrival in New York on a Wednesday from Liverpool. Mentions Baytons Bosch and Baytons tomorrow and suggests Campbell will arrive tonight. Details are unclear due to OCR errors but centers on Campbell and a land speed car.
Fragmented report describes naval and land forces engaged near Shanghai with Chinese and Japanese positions at the Hongwei area. It notes American and British observers, flotilla actions, bombardment, and possible withdrawal plans, with talks at Nanking and Shanghai signaling joint foreign pronouncements and no clear intention to deescalate.
The newly appointed Vice-Consul for Japan, amid questions about the Hino-Japanays situation, faced varied responses during morning briefings and left unresolved points regarding policy direction.
A battered report outlines a cautious diplomatic mood over the later settlement near Shanghai between Japanese and Chinese forces. It notes Allied guidance, naval authority, and ongoing questions about occupation, with American observers and Admiral Waylon cited on protecting interests and maintaining stability amid tensions.
Washington reports the State Department received a favourable note from the Chinese government. The first response indicated acquiescence to a major policy point, though officials warned that earlier press statements might mirror tentative positions. The dialogue centers on aligning responses with Allied discussions and recent diplomatic exchanges.
A fragmented report cites Sir John Simon detailing wartime shifts, including troop disembarkations by Argyle and Sutherland-Highlanders and Royal Artillery actions. It notes hopes for a joint four power approach and calls for an authoritative answer to preserve settlement order, with Lansbury criticizing framed demands for debate.
Government moves to quell rising violence seen as a serious menace to peace as authorities vow decisive action. Citizens and officials urge firm measures to restore order amid escalating unrest in Calcutta and surrounding areas.
Sydney correspondent Marcel Barthelemy of Le Journal de Paris reports that Britain France Italy and Germany will enter into significant trade agreements with the Soviet in the next year. He is confident the new year plan will succeed and predicts countermeasures by the Soviet.
The weekly harvest update from Dunhala notes grain condition and yields. Estimated average production runs around 14.0 bushels per acre with several fields showing varied outcomes. Officials urge farmers to report conditions and expected tonnage for the regional tally.
Geneva dispatch reports Japan refuses mediation by the League of Nations and other outside bodies in the Manchurian dispute. Officials voiced strong opposition to League intervention and warned against foreign involvement in the Sino-Japanese tension.
Sydney report notes Thursday efforts by pony clubs to attract larger attendances with reduced charges. Text fragments mention ad hoc plans and unspecified figures to boost turnout amid disruptions and confusion in the crowd.
The Transport Coordination Board announced a plan to extend a tax on bus service on Thursday. Details indicate changes in rates and the impact on routes serving Manly and nearby areas, with a notable reduction in service by 24. An earlier meeting noted the decision and anticipated broader effects.
A French writer visiting Sydney endorses Japan's Manchuria occupation, arguing it would secure food and living standards for Japan and lessen global tensions. He claims the occupation would benefit China, Manchuria, and allied nations by stabilizing resources and regional power balance.
Reported blast early Thursday near Matcus Hook wrecked the oil tanker Hidwall. A crew of 40 aboard, with many feared dead or burned. Eight injured admitted to hospital as authorities probe the explosion and missing personnel.
The Australian and Daily Express report a 10 percent tariff forecast affecting Dominion products but excluding some items. The forecast suggests a firmer stance toward Dominions while remaining looser toward foreigners, though wording remains tentative and uncertain.
London report details a heated Commons session on duty reductions and their impact on unemployment. Speakers cite factory activity, overtime, and public concern as ministers pledge to restore labor and economy, with emphasis on regional effects in Nottingham and Leicester.
Ambiguous notes discuss a Commonwealth payment dispute and an agent’s response. Mentions Harris Foyben and Willis proposal, with references to London News and New York events. The fragment indicates a negotiation over payment terms without clear settlement.
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