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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 06, 1936

Page

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Coal Miners to Ballot for Strike in New South Wales

The Federal Council of the Miners Federation endorsed Wednesday aggregate meetings to vote on a general stoppage of coal mining in Australia as seamen strike sympathy grows. If approved, coal production could halt by Friday with unions across New South Wales and allied bodies rallying to paralyse shipping, while Victoria and Queensland show mixed support. A special committee was named to secure transport union backing, and votes will be counted Thursday after Wednesday meetings.

Sydney New South Wales Federal Council of the Miners’ Federation Conference of Mining Uni Australia Lny Leeur Mmen Wales Victoria Queensland Cheenaland Wonthaggi Matecstalag Bydney Trades and Labour Council ALCM Miner’ Council Myst Ellie Ac.t.u Sydney Trades and Labour Council Sounell

Aboriginal Policy Denounced in Northern Territory Justice

A forwarded statement to the Anti Slavery Society from Prime Minister J A Lyons defends Commonwealth care for Aborigines in the Northern Territory. The communication argues Indigenous welfare, legal representation, and humane treatment under federal policy, following Minister Paterson’s tour and Cabinet consideration of a broad native affairs scheme.

Amestralia J. A J Lyons Commonwealth Depa Ihe Interior Paterton Northern Territory Aince

Ring and Nto Visit Eastbourne

Fragmentary OCR note appears to reference a plan or visit to Eastbourne, mentioning ring and Nto and a two month period, but lacks coherent details or clear facts to summarize into a full card. No identifiable persons, organizations, or events are reliably present in readable form.

Frozen meat imports head to Germany from South America

The London Times correspondent reports that frozen meat shipments to Germany from South America have begun after a five year gap. About 1200 tons arrived at Hamburg aboard a vessel from South America with further consignments expected rapidly. By February end an estimated 15,000 tons will be imported and distributed to industrial centers.

London Germany Hamburg

Inquiry Sought Into Atrocities In Abyssinia

An inquiry into alleged atrocities in Abyssinia is urged, with a 13-member committee proposed as the capable body for a prompt investigation. The move aims to counteract perceived calamitous consequences for Africa and hinder peacetime restoration in East Africa, amid ongoing trade and supply concerns including 96,000 tons of frozen meat imports and cold storage expansions in German shipping.

Deneva Abyssinia Shane Tta farman-Ursimuagen Breall

Bombing survivors rescued by air from Addis Ababa chaos

An Australian representative and Dr Bruce assume senior posts as the Fifth Foreign Secretary outlines the Geneva talks on July 2. In Ethiopia a Swedish Red Cross unit is bombed during a rescue. Dr Lundentrom dies from injuries while ambulances and tents are torn apart by blast and rain of bombs.

Lonpun Satiniay Penmint Airanige Pyenta Tae Antony Kaont Hie Council of the Seas Natoms Gennva Jadu Innes Addis Ababa Auatrailan Delo Mylander Bom Bruce Ofadr Lundaretram Rei Cross Luindentrom Cri Dale Faron von Rosen Win

Foreign Secretary Plans Heavier Agenda At Council Meeting

The provisional agenda hints at a broader program. Key topics include international terror representation and the impact of the Yuyo-Shivio king’s assassination. Also discussed are the Nazist majority question, Henonian treaty fates, and Maxie Court reforms shaping global penal law.

Buiten Alexander Yuyo-Shivio Maraettien Qrinder Maxie Court Jurista Senate

Italy braces for war as Mussolini tightens grip on power

Rome notes say Italy will enter a new road to conflict under Mussolini, with censorship strangling newspapers and public dissent damped by fear. Amid poverty and patriotic fervor, Mussolini aims for a unified national struggle, while Italians fear American neutrality and possible migration shifts as plans for colonial war unfold.

Rome the Times Italy Russi Lenin Signor Musachal United States Ube Signor Mussolini Signor Mussolini

Initiative Lost The Times Report On Abyssinian War Pause

The Times notes that Mussolini announced dispensable pauses in colonial war actions. It states that the initiative shifted to the Abyssinians who exploited the pause, with advance posts outranked near Maitimchet and Addi Abbi reportedly captured from the Trailans. The invasion appears halted with possible resumption unclear.

the Times Ataten Tong Signor Mussolini Abysassin Immor

England Defeats All Blacks in Tight Twickenham Finish

A fragmented report notes England defeating the All Blacks by a narrow margin at Twickenham. The text garble mentions London and a late, hard-fought victory on an unspecified date, with references to a 23rd perhaps and a key location in the venue.

London Savuirday Whyland Twiekatthan Ays Dente St The Vales Dale

Perry Declines Tennis Until After March

Perry, the tennis champion, says he is not fit and will not play before March. He cites the need for a rest and notes plans depend on what London officials advise. The remark follows speculation about Ring Hand’s chances in the Davis Cup and the broader implications of allied strategies.

Morbrilles Perry London Germany Czechoslovakie Roosevelt

Roosevelt Denounces Dictators in Strong Neutrality Speech

President Roosevelt delivered a vigorous address in Washington denouncing autocratic dictators who threaten peace. He tied the speech to foreign policy and the New Deal, defending neutrality while urging Congress to act on national interests and mobilize support for upcoming campaigns. The speech aimed to rally supporters and frame next autumn's re election effort against external wars for profit.

Washington Roosevelt Congress Intereata Batite Londun Eneva America

New Neutrality Proposals Fast Track Through Congress

The Administration filed the Permanent Neutrality Bill promising swift action in Congress. It tightens embargoes on arms and war matériel while allowing limited exchanges, with the President to set exceptions for essential goods. The bill strengthens financial curbs on belligerents and aligns with present neutrality laws, while critics expect nuanced pushes from opposition.

Bell Homes Congress United States

Quadruplets Born to German Mother in Bavaria

In a Bavarian village near Bayreuth, Frau Johanna Elmmartein gave birth to quadruplet daughters. Two babies weigh about 4 pounds each and the others around 34 pounds combined. The Interior Minister sent congratulations and monetary support to the parents.

Berlin Frau Johanna Elmmartein Bayreuth Bavaria Otfield Interior Parante

Grimmett Stars as Australia Crush South Africa by Innings

Grimmett and O'Reilly routed South Africa in the third test, Australia winning by an innings and 78 runs. Grimmett took five for 56 and O'Reilly four for 35 as Wade and Siedie contributed key scores. South Africa’s innings tallies were 102 and 182, with Wade and Siedie pacing the national effort. Australia lead the series two to one with two tests to come.

Cape Town Grimmett O'Reilly Australia Sydney James South Africa Wade Siedie Awa Loz Wade Sen Fleetwood-Smith Slodie Nourse Rowan Richardson Mitchell Hio Nicholson Viljoen Langton Crisp Richard McCabe O'Railly Robertson Homislf O'Reilly AL Long Balaskas Balaskes McCormick Zhea Weilh Fej Hustraliana

Bombed Red Cross Unit Near Addis Ababa Reported

Italian aeroplanes bombed an Egyptian Red Cross unit at Daggahbur near the troops encampment with unclear casualties. Six planes heavily bombed Amharic capital Wolka district without losses. A government communique claims 10 600 bombs including gas bombs dropped in Sakale sector with small casualties. Reports from Amara state mention a plane with two crew members missing, while actions elsewhere were described as successful as forces prepare to advance on the extreme right flank of the Taliban (text unclear).

Addis Ababa Red Cross Daggahbur Apica David Stoke H. Dawking Amhabircuta Wolkalt Sakale Aamara Aating Talinos

Italian Poison Gas Shipments Reported

Italian poison gas shipments suspected amid port-related concerns as authorities investigate potential water contamination and hazardous materials handling. Officials cited unexplained odors and safety fears prompting inspections and heightened precautionary measures.

Indian Tour Calcutta Bout Commanders Inquiries

A fragmented report lists individuals likely players or participants from Indian tour action at Calcutta. Names such as Gundas, Tarrant, SumMtChaueto, Bouth outhers and Amarstar appear with several others including Blas Rater Mecariny Heady Love Oxenham Alex Mal Byrant and Warne, though specifics are unclear. The garbled text suggests a team lineup or mixed roster for a match or event.

Calcutta Gundas Tarrant SumMtChaueto Bouth Outhers Amarstar J Blas Rater Mecariny Heady Love

Italian and German ships seized poison gas in canal raid

Reports claim Italian and German vessels that passed the canal in the past two weeks seized 53 tons of poison gas. Officials confirm the incident, noting the aggressive seizure of hazardous cargo aboard the ships and ongoing investigations into the route and means of transfer.

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