Soviet General Warns Japan in Manchuria War Preparations
Soviet General Bluecher charged that Japan is feverishly preparing for war in Manchuria. He cited rail and road expansion, 800 aircraft in the Far East, 110000 Manchukuo troops, 13000 White Russians, and a fortified frontier to deter Imperialist attack while vowing counter measures and superior Red Army air and tanks.
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Moscow
Japan
Manchuria
Bluecher
Far East
Communist Party
Red Army
Ygan
Generel Luechr
Far Bam
Communist ‘Party
Mouher
Uria “Téading
Haru
Angle Tori Widen
Harbin
Manchuris
Japacfmary
Manchukuo
Bivecher
Eaa
Severtheless
Japasane Perialiats
Revolution Grave Fears In Spain Amid Army Discontent
London reports from Madrid warn of a possible bloodshed driven by army discontent and political instability. The War Minister notes growing unrest while government bills on clergy endowments and confiscated property return spark protests. Students and socialists fuel tensions with daily outrages as Parliament delays recess to February 20.
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London
Madrid
Daily Telegraph
Silowe
Stewart hopes for benefits from talks with Dominion gov
Australia and New Zealand trade hopes rise after MF Stewart returns from New Zealand. He avoids embargo questions on citrus and suggests appointing a Commonwealth trade commissioner to New Zealand. A ministerial delegation is invited to Australia to confer with government members.
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Sydney
MF. Stewart
New Zealand
Australia
Dominion
Taxation panel opinions from Melbourne ministers delay action
The Prime Minister Mr Lyons said a delay of at least six months would occur before Taxation Commission recommendations could take effect. The Federal Cabinet would study the report and each state would pass relevant legislation. Attorney General Mr Latham noted difficulties in establishing angular taxation authority but hoped some discussion could occur at the Premier Conference once the full report is available.
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Melbourne
Lyons
Latham
State Session at Canberra Court to Open New Supreme Court
The State Parliament will meet tomorrow to conclude the session and present election documents for the new Upper House. His Honour commends the move toward a more commodious court in the Australian Capital Territory and reflects on his long legal career in Queensland and federal courts.
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Rydney
Legislative Council
Dunnent
Canberra
Wilita
Queensland
Supreme Court
Courts of
Hays
Federal Arbitration UF
Federal Bankruptcy Court
Darienos
Geneva or Not Munich Parade Satirizes League
In Munich a five mile carnival tableau parade features the Goddess of Peace on a giant tank while armed soldiers escort a German peasant. Placards urge not returning to Geneva and a satirical scene shows Jewish refugees in a Paris cafe amid jeering crowd.
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Munich
Imove
Sean
Allations
Geneval
Germany
Jawa
Drogheda Riots End With Police Tear Gas Injuries
Rioting broke out in Drogheda as Blue Shirt marchers clashed with soldiers and police. An intervention from Dublin troops curtailed the violence, tear gas and baton charges followed. Twenty were injured in the unrest.
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Dublin
Drogheda
Dun- Sdnik
Naldier
Sab
Dundalk
Supreme Court First Sitting in Canberra Honours Held
The Supreme Court of the Capital Territory held its first sitting in Canberra with Mr Justice Lukin presiding. The ceremony featured oath taking, registrar duties, and greetings from legal officials highlighting the court's vital role in Territory administration.
Human feet wash up at Long Reef Sydney coast
Two human feet washed ashore at Long Reef Collaroy were recovered Saturday afternoon. The unusual finding occurred near Sydney with investigators reviewing the scene as local divers and policecordon efforts continued.
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Sydney
Long Reef
Collaroy
Hamilton by election contenders announced closing today
Four candidates contest the Hamilton by election with names Cedhey Ridhey Bethune Comiuniat and others including Willis Brannan Lafe Labour Richard Shelton U A P and Wille Nealscott independent. Ballot closing marks final day for candidate submissions and voter decisions in the proceeding.
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Hamilton
Ridhey
Bethune
Comiuniat
Willies Twara Brannan
Lafe Labour
Richard Shelton
U.A P
Wille Nealscott
Exciting roof chase shocks Melbourne after arrest
Two men fled through Melbourne roofs prompting a three hour chase. Thirty armed officers, ladders, and spotlights surrounded Abel Lemon Proprietary premises as police and fire brigades scoured rooftops. Constables Edwards and another officer exchanged gunfire with a lean man who leapt to a parapet. Mrs Bray, wife of a hotel licensee, was knocked down as the fugitives were cornered and overpowered. Three police were hospitalised for injuries.
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Melbourne
Fred
William Street
Abel Lemon Proprietary
Lhrafm
Fire Brigade
Edwards
Tami
Snather
Frances Bray
Bray
Lova‘dale
Wilds
Melbourne studio closure clouds future of film production
Uncertain outlook for Melbourne film studios follows an announcement revealing halted production plans at Gites studio Melbourne. Reports mention delayed operations, government protection issues, and a £100,000 investment at stake as New South Wales considers extending support to theatres and related industries.
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Bydwet
Fim
Gites
Melbourne
Mn FW
Theis
South Wales
Hin
Cluton
New South Wales
Australia
Royal Commission Taxation Report Receives Support
The report of the Royal Commission on Taxation gains approval in Sydney as the Government backs uniformity proposals. Sir Arthur Rickard backs action to end overlapping taxation, while the Graziers Association urges that board members include experienced business and primary industry figures. Officials stress public endorsement and careful reading of full findings before forming opinions.
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Sydney
Board of Control
Royal Commission On Taxation
Arthur Rickard
Graziers’ Association
Allen
Royal Commission
Graziers' Association
Aid Afr
Spiacieal
Canberra council urged quicker rate cuts on Canberra loans
At yesterday's Canberra Advisory Council meeting Mr Percival said the Government would cut the interest rate to 4 percent from July 1 for two years with no additional reductions planned. Mr Shakespeare warned Canberra residents were at outsiders' mercy due to lack of control over rates. Daley noted no Premiers' Plan commitment to rate cuts. The motion to push further reductions was carried.
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T. M. Shakespeare
Canberra
Shakespeare
Reductios
Commonwealth
Daley
Finn
Five Riot Cases At Kalgoorlie
Five men appeared at Kalgoorlie local court on riot charges. One man was sentenced to four months while the remaining four were bound over for further hearing.
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Kalgoorlie
General Strike and Disorder Fears In Paris
Paris faces a general strike with 45 000 troops and police deployed. Socialists gather near the Bourse as trades unions shut factories and transit halts. Authorities warn of possible riots near the Palace de la Nation with 50 000 troops ready tomorrow.
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Paris
Riff-Raff
Palace de la Nation
Canberra 21st Anniversary Plans Denied by Government
The Commonwealth government refused to back Canberra’s 21st anniversary events marking the taming of Canberra on March 12, 1913. Canberra Advisory Council received the reply after seeking official recognition, noting that public celebrations would be undesirable. Council members voiced disbelief as discussions to convene a broader planners’ meeting stalled, with only Col. Goodwin and Mr. Shakespeare voting in favor.
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Commonwealth
Canberra
Denman
Counci
Ion
T. M. Shakespeare
Tla
Council
Mr. Shakespeare
Calbhelttn
Goodwin
Lwo
Col. Goodwin
T. M
Shakespeare
Czech SlovaKia Currency Reform Aims to Boost Exports
Prague reports government move to devaluate the crown likely by 10 to 48 percent to help exporters compete after Britain abandoned the gold standard. Czech Slovakian exchange rates have fallen significantly since 1920, eroding export advantages and prompting hopes of restoring parity.
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Prague
Britain
Canchor Slovekia
Firitlah
Ceecho-filavaielan
Prince George Climbs Table Mountain with Smuts
Prince George dressed in khaki shorts climbs Table Mountain with General Smuts guiding the ascent. The royal party studies mountain flora, has lunch atop the peak, and descends by cable car while admiring Cape Town and Table Bay views.
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Capetown
Hatiesa Anil
Prince George
Smuts
Table Bay
Terrible Fires Terrible Losses in Tasmania Farmers Lose All
Tasmanian farmers faced devastating fires last week as centres were breached and lives were jeopardized. Many lost all possessions while some escaped with their lives, including a mother who shielded her children by driving a cart through flames and others sheltering in a hollow log.
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Robart
Korea
Lang Labour Party Faces Possible Defections Over Lynch Recommendation
In Labour circles strong feelings arise over the recommendation that G. Lynch of Saddiers Vale be vied by the special executive of the Lang Labour Party. Observers warn expulsions could trigger defections within weeks as Langists discuss their future and allies contemplate severing ties.
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Sydney
Labour
G. Lynch
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Federal Capital Territory
Confederation of Labour
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Fasclam
Rouen
Marseillon
Lilley
Mots
Nancy
Borioaux
Smalier
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Table Mountain
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