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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 13, 1937

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London Sydney Eight Day Air Service Proposal

A tentative eight day air route between Sydney and London is reported as being coordinated by Airlines of Australia with Dutch partners. The plan aims to cut travel time and attract passengers, pending regulatory approvals and fleet upgrades.

Sydney Tunsday London Airlines of Australia Tahoe PP Aiiinte Australa Benin Huston Hue Brian Pacific

Kidnapped Boy Believed Dead Body Found

Washington reports say police found the body of a boy believed kidnapped weeks ago. The corpse, stripped and bearing a heavy blow, was located in snow near a highway, identified by a relative as the Malleyon boy. A major manhunt followed as deputies sought suspects and a former mayoral aide. Edgar Hoover and G Men were mentioned in the chase.

AVOR Washington Makinis Puolke Biehway Cuijone Hein Akowhers Aueriffs Seattle

Gloucester Car Crash Leaves Two Women Injured

A Gloucester Tuesday car accident swerved into a stationary vehicle injuring two women. Passengers including McCoh Yan suffered bruises and head injuries. a companion named Thompson endured extensive injuries. The train car was wrecked and transported to hospital for treatment.

Gloucester Olly Patel McCoh- Yan Thompson Indaw Mira McCobban Tram Ani Taler

Melbourne use act sparks scare and clashes in city

A chaotic report from Melbourne describes a scare after an incident involving children, a kidnapping threat, and a melee near a church and Master Bakers' Apt. Several killed and injuries reported as tensions rise this week.

Ysorl Melbourne Christiana Nergasp St. Counter Thursiay

Dr Tillyard and daughter injured in car crash at Goulburn

Dr R J Tillyard and his daughter were seriously hurt when a car skidded on a slippery road near a bridge at Goulburn. Brenda Cornforth, a third passenger, escaped with shock as the vehicle overturned and the doctor’s injuries were severe after the windscreen was shattered.

Goulburn R J. Tillyard Mies Hops Tillyard Mina Ming Brenda Cornforth Mosise Beng Tad Aimbulanen Goulburi Morphia Antminis

German Forces Expand Bases on East Coast and North Africa

A Times Tangier dispatch reports German activities spreading along the east coast and at Melilla and Ceuta. German ships operate near the coast, with Melilla hosting a growing air and seaplane base and a large technical staff. An air base at Hetuan houses 12 to 30 aircraft with bombproof shelters under construction. Germany is also recruiting Arab fascist supporters and organizing pilgrimages on German vessels. The correspondent cautions that reports of growth may be exaggerated but notes the intent to secure bases for insurgent operations in Spain and for other ventures.

London Melilla Spain Ceuta France Junkers Dorniers Hetuan Morvero Germany the Times Tangier Germen Vill Friance Morocco Wetenco I Omy al Pires

Hospital Hunger Strike Sparks Polish Labor Dispute

A hunger strike began at Lodz Hospital in Warsaw with workers and a doctor joining. They report 24 hours without food as around fifteen participants protest reduced hours and wages, demanding nourishment and improved conditions.

Warsaw

Germany says no designs on Morocco amid tense Paris talks

Paris dispatch reports Berlin reassures French envoy M Puche that Germany has no plans on Morocco. Berlin’s tone remains cautious despite German newspapers signaling potential influence. French leaders warn against German domination of the zone while preparing responses if pressure rises.

London Tussay Paris Marocco Hitler M. Pucet Germany Macen Iubrer Merle Berlin France

Accident shock as hospital transfers to Goulburn

Wreck details reveal Mrs Tuyard and Miss Tuyard removed to Goulburn Hospital after an accident. The doctor, in yard, reported no dire injuries to band and daughter though Tuyard suffered leg gash and Dr Tuyard admitted for spinal injuries. hospital treatment underway.

Goulburn Tulyard Hasband Co.seexlainly Nfurietinas Tuiyard

Stockholms legation officer orders food for Spanish host

Legation officer in Stockholm orders 10 vans of food to be delivered to Senora Palencia, newly appointed by the Madrid Government to replace him. Signor Flacowich, claiming favor of General Branco, had planned to delay the provisions but changed course, as Palencia’s husband serves as a Spanish minister accredited by Sweden.

Stockholm Signor Flacowich Senora Palencia Madrid Fiscowich Branco Montha Aio Benard Palencia Flavowick

Amazing rebel story of embassy bombing

The rebel leader broadcast an astonish report of a bombing at the base over the weekend. The raid was said to be carried out by Spanish government aircraft in an effort to pressure Britain. General Franco assured Grital that no insurgent aircraft were involved at the time of the raid.

Britain Franco Grital

Diplomatic Talk on Mediterranean Piracy and Frontiers

The Daily Herald diplomatic writer cites Soviet calls for British fleet action to halt Francoist naval activities in the Mediterranean. London’s ambassador Draisky warns of continued interference at sea. The Telegraph correspondent Sir Hoare and Sir Ernle Chatford discuss frontier control scheme details. Mary and German authorities consult Britain on volunteers policy.

London Heyard Saya Franca Mediterranean Lonaoa Draisky Witte Mx Eden Today Bally Sir Hoare Ernle Cnatford Exten Mary Gerramny Britain

New Ultraviolet Noodlight Aims to Fight Airborne Disease

A UV light device developed at Harvard School of Public Health is tested in a hospital in Florida and to be installed in theatres, transit cars, hotels, and other public places. It is claimed to reduce or neutralize infectious germs carried by airborne particles.

Cambridge Maryland Harvard School of Public Health Florida

Toll Alarming Death Toll In New South Wales Accidents

A 1936 report shows motor vehicle deaths in New South Wales reached 689, with 463 in 1885, a rise of over 16 percent. The Statistician notes improvement in September quarter, with December projections weak. During nine months ending September 30 there were 26,000 fatal accidents reported, with 22 killed and many injured.

Ttes New South Wales Shu Gues NG Denis Turing Shere Peraune Vane

Japanese quota fixed on raya exports to Australia

Japanese rae manufactures de cided ux export to Australis 51,250 300 square yards during the frst period 25,000 085 In the second period They will Also continue mH eXport s control fee of one yen per aquare yard as at present 0 per cent of the quantities wstiget exporters according to The average of their akipmente to dus eralia Int 1084-05 The balance of 20 per sent will ye allocated to the suitable Diddera

Tokyo Australis Eralia Diddera

Fortifications at Ceuta and nearby coast raise alarm

The article notes possible fortifications around Ceuta to threaten Gibraltar, with surveys by German and Spanish experts under way though artillery not yet mounted. It mentions mysterious coastal activity east of Melilla near Cap Deleav and Chaferinus 16, possible fortifications or submarine基地. Spanish frontier zones remain lightly fortified while Arabic zones see minimal manning, and tourists recently observed a ship unloading tanks, planes, and munitions.

Ceuta Gibraltar Melltin Cap Deleav

Unconfirmed Nazi Concentration Report in Morocco

London dispatch claims British sources cannot confirm French reports of German troop landings in Spanish Moropan. The piece notes Spanish insurgents aided by German technicians, suggesting German involvement in fortification efforts.

London Monchy Ti Wna Ihs Moropan Spal

Volunteers await counsel in Spain conflict action

London volunteers add 100 Independent Labour Party members to those already sent to Spain. They will not depart without legal advice on whether the Foreign Dallotment Act applies. The Opposition leader and Labour Party express disquiet at the government's ban on volunteers with fascist nations.

London Spain Labour Party AtUee Anya

Paris Telegraph Reports French Hopes for Gentle Nations Agreement

The Daily Telegraph Paris correspondent says French circles hope Hitler will seal a gentle nations agreement to avoid infringing Spain or territories, boosting Franco German friendship and a peaceful collaboration in the Paris Exhibition of 1986.

London Paris Telegraph Hitler Germany Spain Morocco Prahoe Fitter Bald Garmeny

Bread Price Decision Next Week in Sydney Meeting

Sydney reports a weekly meeting of the Mayor Bakers to decide on a rise in bread prices. An agitation is expected next Tuesday as authorities consider increasing costs for loaf staples.

Sydney Mawor

Whaling controversy spurs Australia New Zealand action

Sir Douglas Mawson urged urgent organization of a joint whaling company by Australia and New Zealand as a response to the whale industry neglect. He warned whaling was at their back door and criticized inaction and the potential profits from whaling.

Auckland Douglas’ Mawson Australia New Zealand

Ciphers in U S Income Estimate Sparks Debate

The Department of Commerce estimates the national income for 2997 at 87 trillion dollars, up 7 trillion from 1086. The figure appears in a Washington report, with figures and dates truncated in the OCR.

U.S Washington Department of Commerce Sud

Britain awaits word from five powers in crisis notes

Britain awaits word from five powers as realits of five powers urge simultaneous and immediate action to atopy the passion of volunteers. Spalp, ae now awaited: C.

Britain London Volunteera Spalp

Armed Guard Arrives At Haven Villa Amid Tense Standoff

An armed guard surrounded Haven Villa as Trotsky arrived with intensifying danger. The property, owned by Senor Rivera and linked to painter Janeel’s circle, sparked worries of potential violence and injury. Authorities reported a cautious stance, with no confirmed hostage or casualties at this time.

Premier Stevens Sets Forward-Looking Loan Policy

The Premier announced the attitude to be adopted at the forthcoming Loan Council meeting insisting there be no dampening of recovery. He urged moderation in borrowing, emphasizing re employment and a forward financial policy to sustain development, while avoiding inflation and dislocation in government and private works.

Bydney Stevens New South Wales Amphaticasly Manly Australia Commonwealth Bank Auatealla Tony Australi Retuas New South Wman

Soviet Defence Funding Contested Amid Budget Debate

A century old report outlines a proposed defence allocation of £804 million, amid broader government borrowings and fiscal controls. The discussion notes risks of overrating state commitments and questions the role of the Loan Council and Commonwealth Bank in shaping expenditure and end goals.

Picnic Spirit in Tasmanian Match

Tasmania basks in a picnic spirit during a Tasmanian match. England chased 260 in a one day game with big hits and several sixes, while the crowd enjoyed the play.

Picnic Spirit Launceston England Tasmania

GM Strike Riots Close Five Flint Plants For Five Hours

New York dispatch reports about 1000 workers and police clash outside Fisher Body and two other General Motors plants in Flint. Strikers seize control, throw cobblestones and tear gas, injuring 24 and temporarily blocking access. Police protect the plants as management announces further shutdowns and hundreds more idle amid the strike action.

New York Flint Leuak Ueers General Motors

New Coinage Designs Considered by Cabinet

Cabinet to discuss Australian coinage changes tomorrow. Melbourne reports indicate a first issue planned for Coranado by Day. The design may feature King George VI on the obverse, occupying the stamp space, with Treasurer Mec Caxey proposing several options.

Melbourne Bedersl Caxey King George

Heavy Rain Floods Predicted Near Sydney Drought Looms

Incoherent OCR reading reports severe rainfall across the Sydney region with warnings of potential floods. Forecasters expect worsening conditions over the coming days as soils remain saturated and rivers may rise, impacting coastal areas and rural towns.

Fatal skid tale sighted by Gaseer by

A murky report describes a fatal skid incident observed by Gaseer by near a culvert and gutter. The event involves a belated warning and a collision with the roadway. Authorities investigate possible contributing factors and safety deficiencies.

Gaseer-by

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