New Hope of Disarmament Improves European Ties
In Rome tonight Signor Mussolini and M Laval signed a Franco Italian accord. The Little Entente’s view on Italy has brightened and Franco Italian protocols reportedly include a pledge to pursue arms limitation. Mussolini plans active pursuit of the issue soon. Paris reports France is pleased with railway gains to Addis Ababa but laments naval disarmament talks.
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France
Italy
Rome
Signor Mussolini
M. Laval
Daily Telegraph
Ottawa Pact Review Hinted as Canberra Mulls Talks
Official circles in Canberra consider a possible full review of the Ottawa Agreement for preserving Bri dh markets for Australia. Mr Lyond travels to London earlier, with the Prime Minister possibly visiting England in March to discuss the meat question and broader industry talks. The talks would cover Imperial rights to regulate poultry butter eggs cheese and other products or impose duties while protecting existing margins for three years. Australia’s trade with the United Kingdom totals just under £10 million yearly.
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Ottawa
Bridh Maat
Australia
Lyond
London
England
United Kingdom
New Naval Treaty Proposed by France at Paris
France proposes a new naval treaty replacing the Washington Pact inviting maritime powers not in the Washington Treaty to join. Paris reports that France has sent a note to the United States and offered portions to Britain and Japan. Text publication expected after discussions between Laval and Sir John May.
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Jed States
Britain
Japan
Rench
Laval
John Maes
Pope Receives French Minister in Rome Amid Pact Talks
In Rome the Pope met M. Laval with the January memorandum as the French side backs reopening disarmament talks. The press views in London foresee a pact easing Mediterranean tensions, potentially prompting a German return to the League and the Disarmament Conference. France agrees to discuss rearmament limits while other powers’ armaments remain stabilized.
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Daily Express
Germany
Aussia
France
Rome
Tate
M. Laval
Lindbergh Crime Trial Transcript Fragment
Fragmentary OCR reads as Lindbergh era courtroom scenes with witnesses and defense remarks. A defendant and heroines are referenced amid a chaotic dialogue about a baby item and a supposed planted detail. The legible bits show tension and accusations in a court setting.
Armament Bill in USA Sparks Broad Policy Debate
A sweeping US armament bill draws intense discussion among lawmakers as they assess funding, defense needs, and national security implications. The measure, tied to procurement and modernization efforts, faces scrutiny over cost, implementation timelines, and potential geopolitical impact.
Air Disaster Pilot Held to Blame in 1984 Crash
London officials report the Air Ministry Inspector finds the Hillman Airways crash in the English Channel on October 2, 1984, caused by the pilot’s failure to properly use navigation aids and to identify the coastline. The pilot’s actions led the plane to descend into cloud cover, hindering surface recognition and contributing to the disaster.
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London
Air Ministry
Aeo- Jenin
Hillman Airways
Chanant
German Army Reforming Black Guards in Berlin
A Berlin report states Hitler plans to reform the Black Guards into a heavily armed internal regiment for the army or police. The secret move, referenced as the Blanke 20,000, signals a drastic expansion of Nazi security forces.
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Berlin
Hitler
Supreme Court Finds Petroleum Control Under NRA Unconstitutional
The Supreme Court ruled the federal petroleum control provisions of the National Recovery Act unconstitutional. The decision narrowed the scope of Roosevelt's New Deal programs, noting that interstate petroleum trade under direct federal control was not valid.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Supreme Court
Bobe
Stoppage Awaits Court in Long Kalgoorlie Mining Strike
Perth reports a looming stoppage as mediation fails in the Kalgoorlie strike. Both sides vow to endure a prolonged halt with only selected mines operating, including Hannan's Reward, the Imperial, North Kalgoorlie, Son of Gwalia, Leonora Wiluna.
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the ‘Ashuttation Court
Aidbelde
Hannan's Reward
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Sona of
RAIL COLLISION RUSSIAN EXPRESSS FROZEN SIGNALS CAUSE CRASH
Frozen signals blamed for a collision between the Leningrad Tifka and Moscow Leningrad expresses 140 miles south of Leningrad. Both trains derailed. 18 killed and 7 injured as passengers trapped in flames. Rescue teams arrived with doctors and nurses after a winter night crash at Porbelo station.
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Siobcow
Leningrad
Cancelling Not es In Circulation in Sydney Fire Probe
In Sydney detectives investigate a batch of 11 700 000 Bank of New Zealand notes from an incinerator destruction plan. The notes were printed in England last year but not issued in New Zealand and were shipped to Sydney to claim a customs refund. Some notes may have escaped the furnace via a tunnel draft. Police warn the public to scrutinize New Zealand notes bearing odd signatures or lacking genuine Bank of New Zealand marks.
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Bank of
Reserve Bank
E Nates
Customs Department
Auckland
New Zealand
Bank of New Zealand
English MP Faces Resignation Call Over Lottery Scheme
London report notes the Rutherglen Unionist Association unanimously urged Captain J Lass to resign from Parliament after Mons Moss was convicted of contravening the Lotteries Act tied to an Art Union scheme. Moss declined, citing his previous statements and intent to clear his name after a £50 fine and three months imprisonment.
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Rutherglen Unionia Associaon
Ark
J. Lass
Actin
Mons
School of ‘Art Union
Tiwan
Mom
Moss
Moss Wan
Mpriaan-Neal
Turnbull Advances to Australian Championships Quarterfinals
In Melbourne Turnbull defeated French player Boussus in straight sets to reach the quarterfinals. The men’s singles lineup includes Perry vs De Stefani and Turnbull vs McGrath, with doubles results showing Perry/Hughes overcoming an opponent.
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Turnbull
Boussus
Teay
Perry
de Stefani
McGrath
Crawford
Moon
Menzel
Quint
Moleeworth
Westacott
Mise Whittaker
Miss
Trade treaties early action by Australia
Australia moves to secure trade treaties as preliminary talks begin amid uncertainty over a German agreement. Officials stress swift progress to expand markets while awaiting confirmation of terms and potential impact on existing trade relations.
Absence of Credits Reported in Melbourne Talks
A maze of information on finalizing trade treaties with foreign nations has been gathered by Sir Henry Cullatt. The material is to be investigated and form Cabinet recommendations at the earliest opportunity. It notes arrangements involving the German Government and related reporting.
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Melbourne
Henry Cullatt
Trade prospects with Germany and wool barter debate
The report notes two parties agreeing to purchase £150,000 worth of wool and discusses a German trade treaty hindered by lack of credit. Experts doubt success of negotiations as Germany’s credit conditions worsen and the impact on imports remains unclear. Government aims to secure broader trade agreements despite financial constraints.
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Germany
Hare
Federal price controls loom as ore price tumbles
The federal government aims to curb production by various methods as ore prices slide from 10 to 11 cents per barrel to the dollar. Reports from central producing regions indicate an immediate steep drop in price is expected, signaling widespread market movement.
Air Mail Patronage Declines in Australian Service
Report shows weakening patronage of Australian air mail amid heat of collectors and postal authorities. It notes loadings to destinations beyond Singapore after service began with December 8 1001 and subsequent dates, averaging about 200 percent as officially estimated from London Cape Town service remits.
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Tme
Singapore
New Zealand
Cape Town
Roosevelt proposes 4 billion for relief to spur employment
President Roosevelt outlined a plan to raise four billion dollars for public works to provide jobs. He predicted the public debt would reach about 34.92 billion dollars by June 30 while assuring that government spending could be covered. He urged private industry to aid in balancing the budget and reemploying workers.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Gonrena
Fellas
Hloupe
Cpeamé
Public Works Program Fails in Britain Amid Relief Debate
The Langue reports on a national questionnaire about relief work as Britain stakes public works as a normal state activity. The government admits failure and indicates no plan to repeat the effort, tracing ongoing unemployment relief to broader policy.
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Langue
Geneva
More Telephones in the Country Report and Results
The snippet lists tennis doubles results and players such as Miss Round Britain Evie and Mrs Bulck and pairs like Mia Westacott with Mrs Molesworth Queensland in a page noting telephone growth and a tally of new connections reaching 360000. It mentions recent totals, names, and match scores in a compact club-style report.
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Mrs. Molesworth
Queensland
Mins Whittaker
Mise Maugher
Vie
Miusaa Dearman
Lyle
Britain
Dus Outnn Greenwood
Mise Cinitok
View
Quota outline for NZ potatoes in Australian market
Mr Lyons Hobart outlined a Commonwealth proposal to permit New Zealand to export up to 21 percent of Australian potato requirements to the Potato Marketing Board. He said the quota would enable Australian citrus growers to export some of their production, with New Zealand freight and tariff costs estimated at £4 7s per ton for potatoes landed in Sydney.
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Hobart
Commonwealth
New Zealand
Potato Marketing Board
Lyona
Devonport
Auld
Sydney
Elections inquiry into complaints in Sydney local polls
Crown law authorities have been asked by the Minister for Local Government to investigate complaints at the recent Sydney local government elections. The inquiry may cover numerous cases and take suitable action as required.
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Sydney
Spooner
Whole
Bread price cap claims impact on metropolitan bakers
Tiwan for the Bak ing Industry Employers Association says the proclamation limiting bread to 41d failed to pass on costs to consumers in the metropolitan area during the past year. Sydney businessman Mr. C Burke notes a new company will supply shops at 2d a loaf, operating only in metropolitan areas.
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Stones
Tiwan
Baking Industry Employers’ Association
Chamber of Manufacturers
C. Burke
Sydney Busingse
Undercutting in Bread Prices Sparks Inquiry
A news item reports rising bread price undercuts and complaints about traders selling bread below or above stated prices. An advisory committee meets under a government minister to examine figures and recommend the official price for bread, with a proclamation to be issued.
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Yedailert
Imat
Tl H
Chapman
Istarvin
Saking Rade
Air Defence Budget Question Yet Unconsidered
The minister stated the Air Board has not yet approached the cost of the air arm on land or sea. He indicated final estimates are not prepared until the new air defence programme is ready. The plan involves about 487,000.
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Tweeter
Dutemps Avondale Parkhill
Air Board
Usatt
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