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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 24, 1939

Page

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Reinforcements Pouring Into China as Japan Poised for Offensives

Hong Kong correspondent reports massive Chinese reinforcements flowing into the conflict with Japan preparing a desperate drive to crush China. Chiang Kai shek vows to resist and claims Chinese victory is daily strengthening. Tokyo notes anti intervention campaigns shifting public sentiment and calls for clearer policy statements. Australia’s Miss Ruby Rich criticizes Chamberlain and urges boycotts amid global tension. Admiral Yarn states the navy watches foreign entities near China.

London Japan China Hong Kong Chiang Kai Shek Tokyo Foreign Office

Transport Workers Act Revoked for Port Kembla Dispute

The Commonwealth Gazette issued yesterday revoking the Transport Workers Act for Port Kembla under the Dalrum settlement. In Sydney the conference with Prime Minister Lyons and Attorney General Menzies aims to set future pig iron export policy and resolve the dispute. Two NSW unions head to Melbourne seeking a breakthrough on the act and adjacent port duties.

Port Kembla Commonwealth Gazette Menzies Transport Workers Act N.S.W Lft Sydny Melbourne Lyone Monaiea Trasport Workers Dal

Hungary Eyes Czech Debt Takeover Proposal

The Finance Minister Dr Kalman has proposed Hungary and Germany jointly assume about 36 percent of Czechoslovakia's state debt. The plan, though in budgeting stages, awaits further discussion with other nations before any retirement or final agreement.

Prague Kalmaduy Roland Hungary Germany Cznchoslovakia

Electricity Rationing Looms If Burrinjuck Water Falls

Sydney Monday. Minister for Works warns that unless rains come soon Burrinjuck dam may drop about 1 070 acre feet by late February. If water drops further electricity from the Burrinjuck hydro plant will be limited, prompting possible government controls under the Electricity Act. Canberra standby plant to begin mid February may cover about half district needs, with March for full effect. Officials urge preparations as rationing could hit industry and domestic power, water pumping, and street lighting.

Mr. 1 Agric Mr. Reid Burrajuck Dam Burrinjuck Canberra Werval Buet Technlund Me. Spooner Murrumbidgee Thia Spooner Spooner Said That He Hoped That the Area Served By ‘Suet Aewanid Port Kembla eThin Worl Joont

Farouk gesture stirs London press on Caliphate talk

Cairo Times correspondent notes King Farouk’s mosque gesture sparks comment in London. Analysts say it likely aims to flatter a distinguished audience rather than signal a real Caliphate revival. In Baghdad, Premier seeks to break opposition at London Palestine conference talks. The Mufti backs delegation if Palestine Defence Party is represented.

London Cairo Times Myn Yat Faroukes Caliphate Theis Catro Iraq Bei Grand Mufti Palestine Defence Party

Rail Sensation Reports Attempt To Destroy Bridge Pylon

Early yesterday morning an attempt was made to destroy railway construction work on the Bungendore Captain's Flat line. A bridge pylon was damaged by an explosion of gelignite and 300 detonators were missing from the Foxlow Camp explosives store. A camp of the construction gang near the Bolonglo River bridge was wrecked. a large cavity blew near a tent and a guard sustained injuries. Detectives investigated the missing explosives and damage, with police from Bybey, Goulburn, Queanbeyan leading inquiries.

Bungendore Foxlow Camp Bolonglo River Clove Prox Trafic Bridge Jack Pringle Mores Yeta Bydbey Bodel Goulburn Imrie Queanbeyan

Britain Plans National Service Campaign On Frontier

Britain launches a nationwide civil defense drive amid fear of air attack. Prime Minister to broadcast the National Service Guide on Monday with a rally at the Albert Hall and a Lord Mayor of London presiding. Twenty million copies of the 56 page guide will be distributed starting Sunday detailing enlistment methods for men and women with detachable forms and regional editions.

Sir Auckland Geddes NH. Chamba Albert Hall London Mad John Anderson National Service Guide Westnunday Aiagen Scotland Wales Garvin the Observer

Australian meat exports policy and British market pressure

Tlin reports the Commonwealth Government rejects a maximum restriction but notes Helish Government pressure over multon and lamb exports to the United Kingdom. The Kimpira Beef Council proposes a plan to satisfy all interests, while Australia argues mutton and lamb do not enter the competitive field and thus do not affect British producers.

Sydney Tlin Commonwealth Multon Iambax United Kingdom Kimpira Beef Council Tt~in

Fascism Italy Will Stand Firm in Mussolini Speech

Mussolini spoke at a prize distribution asserting fascism remains firm amid foreign pressure. He mocked Western hunger fear, cited wheat production gains, and warned Italians to stand firm against external advice. A French prelate reportedly urged France to stay firm as well.

Rome Signor Mussolini Vatican Tallan Tuljans

Australian cricket amid bid to stay in Australia

Garooe and a team sought to remain in Australia with prime ministerial support. The plan aims to keep him from leaving and ensure no further commitments to Tonving. Barnea starts work immediately after in New Mouth NSW Victoria Bhird match.

Barnea New Mouth Wales Victoria

Basic wage no change likely in December price index

There is not likely to be any alteration in the basic wage as the Commonwealth Statistician's calculation of the retail price index movements for the December quarter shows no change in figures for six capital and 30, catering to food and groceries, rent, clothing and miscellaneous requirements.

Commonwealth Statistician Toons Satistis Psteriar Caain

Forty Hour Week Debate Proposed by Union Leaders

A one day strike plan and an agenda item to press for a forty hour week in industry will be discussed at a special meeting of the federation and the unions next Tuesday. The session will consider methods to present the need before authorities and how to implement any adopted changes.

Sydney the. Follefmakers’ Union

Bomb precautions amid alleged plot to renew bombing in Britain

London at weekend sees increased police guards for royalty and ministers after an alleged plot to renew bombing. Ringed buildings and utilities. special detectives shadow leaders. A large roundup in Eire expected. Mr. de Valera and Dr. Hyde travel through the day.

London Sandringham Eire Re Valera Hyde Goaren

Australia Urged to Arm for Peace and Security

Australian High Commissioner Mr Bruce in London says democracies must arm to deter aggression and notes Australia has a key role in safeguarding peace. He mentions re armament supported by the British Empire and a major meeting with the Australian Defence Council in Melbourne. Remarks also cite defence needs, personnel training, and police measures amid wartime tensions.

Sydney S. M. Bruce London Australia Bruce Australian Defence Council Melbourne League of "Nations Education Mr. Drummond Institute of Inspectors Drummond uu-Jerisie Ubltabed

Ellsworth Aims For Hobart After Ice Battle

Radio recount from Lincoln Ellsworth describes breaking through heavy pack ice toward Hobart after five days of grueling progress. First officer Sivage suffers a crushed knee and needs urgent operation in Hobart as the crew endures jammed and crashed obstacles.

Lincoln Ellsworth Hobart Grey Fox Indennea Sivage

Murder Mystery Albury Pajama Case Unfolds New Clue

In Aydeny detectives revive a revived week and interview a prisoner in Melbourne. The man reportedly provided information opening a new avenue of inquiry. He recalled meeting a man and a girl in Perth years ago and that clothes belonging to a girl were later worn by the man on his return to the Eastern States.

Perth

Export Prices Downward Trend Noted

A continued substantial downward trend in Australian export prices is shown in the export price index released by the Commonwealth Statistician Dr. Roland Wilson yesterday. December export values were lower than the 1934 year average as Australia recovered from the low mood. The index peaked in April 1937 at 1,000, then fell to 794 by 1937 and to 604 by end of 1934, the lowest yearly average since 1928.

Commonwealth Statistician Roland Wilson Australia Gat

Ontario Premier Hepburn Arrives in Sydney for Study

Mitchell Hepburn premier of Ontario declares he does not seek dictatorial power and aims to study Australian social legislation. He says democracies can learn from totalitarian states and emphasizes rational handling of unemployment and national debt during his visit to Sydney.

Sydney Ontario Hughie von Mitchell Hepburn Hepburn Commonwealth Bank Hiller

Boycott Decree Bans Party Propaganda in Switzerland

In Geneva Sunday the Swiss government limits political party propaganda urging boycotts of imports from totalitarian states. The decree aims to protect Switzerland's relations and deter retaliation. Heavy penalties are provided for violations.

Geneva Switzerland

IN BRIEF BOXES TO MEET SYDNEY ON FEBRUARY 3

Boxing brief notes Atilio abating to meet Deste Stewart in a Sydney middleweight bout on February 3. Sabating won the frwt snatch on points. Bas injured while racing at Canter Iury. will be given a spell. Gay Romance also injured and out for some time.

Sydney Atilio Deste Stewart Sabating Mush Bas

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