No Commitments at Rome Trade Reprisals Discussed
London reports Britain planned to send a note to Tokyo alongside the American note on December 3 protesting Japan’s open door policy breach in China. Ministers favored a cautious stance with Dominions like Australia wary of economic sanctions against Japan. Japan reportedly claimed it would seek independence from foreign wool supplies within three months.
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Killing of Son by Father Greenfield in New York Case
A 42-year-old man Greenfield and his wife were arrested for killing their 17-year-old son Jerry, an imbecile, after years of futile treatments. Greenfield obtained chloroform and smothered the teenager while his wife stood by, as authorities detail the desperate crime.
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Premier Stevens Sets Reconstitution of Works Committee
The Parliamentary Standing Committee of Works will be reconstituted after Parliament resumes. It will comprise seven MPs and be empowered to investigate proposed works costing over £20,000.
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Missing Redfern Girls Face Threats After Vanishing
Police fear for the safety of two Redfern girls Misa Patricia O'Neill and Ming Mary Adams who left home fearing violence. Two men were convicted of assaulting O'Neill and attempting to assault Adams. Authorities promise full protection if the girls report to them. Mrs O'Neill says they may have been followed.
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Pressure on Holland in light of German campaign fears
London commentator Vernon Bartlett warns that German violence in the campaign heightens the fear of a future attack on the Netherlands. He notes hints Germany may seek to coerce Holland with economic pressure, targeting shipping rights, diverting Belgian trade via Antwerp, and cutting Holland’s imports of agricultural goods.
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Chamberlain Mussolini Rome Talk Ends With No Commitments
In Rome the exploratory talks between Mr Chamberlain and Signor Mussolini yielded no commitments. Both sides stated their positions and suggested a communique to follow. British sources report resistance to Entente Cordiale changes and a cautious mood amid hopes for peace but little progress.
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Pope Receives Mr Chamberlain After Halifax Audience
In Rome on Friday Lord Halifax met French and American ambassadors and outlined talks. The Pope then granted an audience to Mr Chamberlain and Lord Halifax.
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Rumors of Italian Demands in Britain Rome Talks
The Times Paris correspondent notes persistent rumors that Italy outlined demands or issued an ultimatum to British delegates. The Prime Minister’s Rome banquet speech recalled a prior Rome Agreement annex outlining exchange of military information on moves or redistributions affecting overseas bases and Mediterranean forces.
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Bush fires devastate Hawkes Bay in New Zealand
In Wellington on Friday fierce bush fires sweep Hawkes Bay district causing extensive property damage. The blaze threatens homes and crops as emergency crews battle the flames to contain the spread.
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British agent in Burgos awaits four replies on Golding Lagarde charges
Acting British agent in Burgos expects four replies from Spanish Nationalist authorities to his appeal for a detailed statement of charges and evidence against Mr and Mrs Golding and Senora Lagarde, an employee of the British Vice Consulate, tied to the official mail bag incident.
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Bureaucracy Cuts Canberra Weather Readings
The Department of the Interior orders cessation of Canberra readings at 9 p.m. daily saving about £4 a year. The move spoils long term records costing hundreds of pounds to compile, harming research for economy.
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Antarctic land dispute comment by Hull on Ellsworth discovery
The Washington correspondent for the New York Times reports that Secretary of State Cordell Hull acknowledged interest in the 280 square miles of Antarctic territory discovered by Lincoln Ellsworth. He said he is not prepared to comment pending thorough study and official positions.
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Loyalist Retreat Amid Frontline Pressures in Spain
Telegraph correspondent reports Loyalist morale waning over three weeks as rebels push from Agramunt toward Montblanch. Franco forces seize forest fronts from Falsett to Tremp while Madrid strengthens Barcelona defense by drafting workers and civil servants. Italian casualties in Catlan offensive noted. Gibraltar clash prompts British protest and potential compensation claims.
Canberra Heat Record Strains Residents Three Die
Canberran heat continues for seven days with a 107.4 degree peak and 98.4 at 11 pm, amid smoke from Uriarra fires. Three hospitalised for heat illness and one death in Canberra. Yass also reports 100 degrees. Accu mentions Melbourne records of 114.1 degrees.
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Firefighters Contain Mt Franklin Outbreak Guards On Patrol
Thirty men battled a Mt Franklin fire yesterday and last night officials said the blaze was controlled. A large area near Fairlight Station along the territory boundary remains at risk as forestry officials urge calm. Volunteers were asked to assemble at Yarralumla road at 7 this morning for transport to danger points.
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Germany Dominates Wool Gates In South Africa Market
The Canetown correspondent reports that Germany nearly monopolizes the wool gates and unsettles continental and local buyers. German buyers do not compete in Durban sales, with one purchaser distributing goods among five German buyers there.
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Durban
London Defence Organising Against Air Raids
Lord Privy Seal Sir John Anderson told 28 London borough representatives that air raid precautions progress is promising. He expects the national service campaign to solve personnel problems and proposes St John Ambulance organize first aid. He would ask London County Council to coordinate rescue parties. He approved a central war-time authority for Greater London but opposed a new statutory peace-time body.
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Port Hedland Reconnected After Hurricane Cutoff
Wireless communication was established with Port Hedland today after the town was cut off by yesterday's hurricane. No loss of life occurred though there was significant property damage as the sea washed through the town and railway lines were broken at several points.
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RIOT IN GAOL AT BATHURST BATHURST PRISONERS ATTACK WARDERS
Desperate prisoners in Bathurst gaol attack warders leaving two off duty and warders armed only with batons while a sentry uses a rifle as a last resort. A hunger strike by six prisoners prompts a doctor to oversee care and one inmate, Smith, faces 28 days punishment and six months solitary. Magistrate Scobie reports awaited as Minister Marsden vows action. Reformers oppose lash as antiques system calls for inquiry by Independent committee.
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Four Ptomaine Poisoning Cases Hit Bookham Area
Four residents at Bookham near Yase were admitted to the District Hospital after a meal of ham caused ptomaine poisoning. The Yaar Ambulance transporting the patients reports they are all progressing favourably.
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Train derailment near Calcutta raises sabotage claims
Seven people killed after a 6 percent press trains derailment in Calcutta suspected sabotage as rails were removed. The incident drew international attention with other brief items from Amsterdam and Sydney.
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