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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Feb 26, 1936

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Barter System Doom Predicted by Trade Minister

The minister in charge of trade cautioned that the South African barter system with Germany is failing and likely to collapse if German purchases rely solely on domestic supply. Canberra insiders say international markets influence the shift as Lyons Government resists barter with Germany, urging a formal financial framework instead.

Miniter Ir Manry Guuri Germany Canberra Geeraany Lyons Strong Strong Ensures Have Been Taken By Certalse Australian Taisinesa Commonwealth Aualéatian Henry Gullétt Nowewet Usk South Africa

Britain Faces Europe’s Future With League Co operation

British Foreign Secretary Anthony Eden urged full cooperation through the League of Nations to avert disintegration in Europe. He cautioned that sanctions debate at Geneva and the pace of collective security would shape Britain’s path over the next two years, stressing the need for united action to prevent a larger war.

London Screming Europe Anthony Eden Eampe Britain League of Nations Eden Geneva League Kuen Samuél Oare Colonia Britannia Alreog Sinclair Manaulin Manaulin. Mr. L. Amery Huen Taly Hoare-Laval Wedgewall Signor Marsolini Hiller Doug Muscatinland Mir Arnold Wilson Labour Alioe Jta Viscount Cranbare Truty

Eden to investigate Maffey report leakage in house

Major Anthony Eden informed the House that he would investigate the leakage of the Maffey report, with portions published in Il Giornale d’Italia. He said the leak concerns British policy and urged distinguishing between documents in London and Paris. He favored public disclosure and white paper.

London Anthony Eden Th House Torday Maffey Rome Eden Paris

Mixed reception in Europe on Abyssinian conflict actions

Britain showed reluctance for decisive moves as Langue circle voiced disappointment over Mr Anthony Eden not committing to full embargo. In Paris papers promised UK support for a balanced peace, while Rome leaned toward resuming talks on proposals from a Five Committee, amid Italy’s territorial aims and Mussolini’s stance. London commentary noted sanctions and diplomacy amidst uncertain European mood.

Geneva Tinsilay Phowghtis Britain Anthony Kien Paris Witien Brrth Rome Eiten Aly Hoa Adowa Italy London Daily Telegraph J. Widen Nurprine Ttaly Haile Belasale Marsal Ba- Jagilo Eden Pally Herald Ndeo

Missing Mail Plane Sighting Near Derby

Search planes comb the Perth area for a mail plane that left Broome before 6 a.m. bound for Derby and failed to arrive by 6 40. In command of Pitot McCausland the craft carried two passengers A Smith of Mall’a Creelan Simmons of Neon Kan and a mechanic Ridley. Acute anxiety grips authorities as telegraph wires and a telephone link are mentioned.

Perth Broome Derby Pitot McCausland A. Smith Mall'a

Defence Vote Sparks England Debate in Commons

fragmented parliamentary report notes large defence outlay in England with allocations for army, air force, and navy. critics including A V Alexander urge reductions citing high yearly naval costs and warnings of an armaments drive. Churchill figures are described amid Labour calls for sanctions and opposition to spending.

London House of Commons Bath Navy Iir A.V. Alexander Winston Churchill Avenandiera Labour Party Jaa

Public Enemy No 1 in India in Calcutta case

Karachi priest impersonator deceives pilgrims, extorts rupees ten from them and murders a woman by casting her body weighted with stones into a stream, leading to a hard labour sentence of 17 years in Karachi. The report notes the accused posed as a priest to commit the crime during a pilgrimage.

Calqutta Karachi

Plane burns in Addis Ababa crash injures pilot

A damaged report from Addis Ababa describes a plane taking off in thin air failing to gain altitude, crashing and bursting into flames. Captain Hayter survived with injuries after pulling the co pilot from the burning craft through a window. The aircraft, a gift from the League of Nations Union to the Red Cross, had previously battled height issues in two flights.

Addis Ababa Diane Hayter Tony League ‘of Nations Union Red Cross

Italian Lines Add Aleks to Abyssinia Conflict

Italian lines report Addis Ababa claims Tak Amen invaded the tallan region to the north killing 412 Itallams and destroying material. Abyssinian officers deny the accusation, stating Adowa era tensions and a brave defense. Trallanines prepare demonstrations between Adwa and Erttres as a major Abyssinian objective. Rome says reinforcement moves are underway from Addis Ababa.

Addis Ababa Aanerme Tak Amen Tallan

Natal Leads Brilliant Betting at Durban

Natal fielded first in Durban as Harvey and H Wade accelerated the innings. Harvey top scored with 272 before dismissal, supported by O Reilly and O'Brien among others as Natal posted a competitive total. O'Reilly spearheaded bowling with figures including Grimmett and Barnett taking key wickets.

Durban Harvey H. Wade Natal Australia Innis Bledie Alevers Low O'Reily O'Brien O'Reilly Ours Barnett Grimmett Dalton Vow Mamilton Richardson O'Reiln Wade O'Reilly Pennington Germams Murray Pat i ‘Anderson Crimenett Barks

Australians Show Better Form In Natal Test

Durban report on day final of Australia versus Natal, Fingleton and Brown solid against varied pace attack. Murray expensive, wind hindering, Brown's catch off Dalton, Fingleton reaches 100 in 85 minutes, Darling contributing. lunch marks two wickets for 118 and 318 in total.

Durban Australia Natal Ecmamencet Finginton Brown Porwaely Murray Vie Baulloon Dalton McCabe Bateman Fingleane Sparks Darling Anes Twee Dalloe Fingleton Pingleton Darling

Air Mail 24 Hours Late

A brief notice reports air mail service delayed by about a day with possible impact on shipments and communications. Details remain unclear in the fragment, but the item notes the unexpected late delivery affecting recipients and schedules.

Resentment Over Matron Appointment Sparks Inquiry Call

The Canberra Hospital Board faced strong claims of improper influence in the Matron Lade appointment. A letter to the Minister for Health, drafted by Chairman J. S. Crapp, asserted the decision rested on qualifications alone. Board members and chambers deny any outside pressure, and the motion to table the matter and proceed with the inquiry was unanimously approved.

Lade Fuiyide Crapp Staron Canberra Ciniem Biiniater Tate G. T. Evans C. McFadywn

Kimbla Strike Cloud Over Warrants and Union Deregistration

Tuesday proceedings before the Industrial Court addressed a bid to deregister the Federated Tram Workers Union and cancel preference clauses in the award. Justice Brown noted the summonses arose from a Port Kembla strike at Iron and Bipel Ltd, while arguments questioned court power and reinstatement rights for Annabel. The hearing adjourned to Sydney until next month.

Wollongong Industrial Court Federated Tranworkers Union Brown Port Kimbin Works of Iron and Bipel Ltd Kivett Ovat Eal Annabel Elaine Justine Cantor Italy Roest

India Praised Hospitality By Fremantle Team Visit

Australian visitors from Noam praised India's hospitality after tours in India. The group led by Ryder hailed the Indian cricket side as promising with future potential. Omentu, star bowler, said umpiring was poor with many dubious decisions affecting games.

Fremantle Tarry Strat Asotinarichetars India Australia Linet Firathnaver Noam Ryder Omentu

Secrecy Debate Sparks City Affairs Tension

Taxpayers Association leaders lament secrecy in council meetings and press exclusions. They warn city control over ratepayer funds remains opaque while property owners deserve full disclosure of city actions and expenditures. The discussion echoes broader parliamentary concerns over governance and information access.

Rydney Twietey Taxpayers’ Apsociation Bir John White Che Council Tate Tendemay Ta Anrwey Nak Enly Cub

Indian Panic Quakes Strike Widespread Alarm

Earthquakes shake vast regions causing fear and disruption. Reports describe shocks felt in multiple locales with damaged structures and displaced residents. Authorities urge caution as investigations continue into epicenters and aftershocks.

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