Unity Conference Proposals Backed by Victorian ALP Leaders
The Victorian ALP approved plans for a Federal Unity Conference to be held in March to discuss the changes. Proposals would shift power from the Federal Executive to the Federal Conference with annual meetings, preserving party unity and binding conference decisions unless a three state veto occurs. J H Scullin received a warm reception, while P J Clarey denied questions about his leadership. Other states will be consulted before any formal action.
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Melbourne
ALP
A.L.P
J. H. Scullin
P. J. Clarey
Victoria
Scullin
Erest
W. Memra
Conerence
Fateous
Pohome
Clarey
N.8.w. Labor Party
Trade threat warning from Britain to France over discrimination
A strong British note to France warned of retaliation if trading equality with Belgium and the United States was not achieved. The text cites Parliamentary debate in Dublin and Paris, with Britain insisting on no discrimination in future trading terms.
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Britain
France
Bellum
of Trade
Laalle
Lurgan
Paria
United States
Srntada
Free State Mr De Valera Reviews Year of Office
In an interview 12 months after returning to office, Mr De Valera says circumstances align with expectations. He predicts no election, a strengthened majority, and a well balanced economy by year end. He touts reduction in imports, growing industries, and a favorable shift for farmers amid current economic challenges.
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Dublin
de Valera
Snantha
Free State
Irian
Britain
French Premier Resigns Amid Charges Against Attorney General
French Premier M Chautemps resigns to the President and declines to form a new cabinet. Deladier is seen as likely to lead Paris, as the era for justice continues. In Stavisky fraud cases, Bumilovicel and Zweitel receive four year terms. Stavisky Pourcel and Laieau are dead, Comby faces operation, and other details show ongoing court actions.
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Paris
Folow Rene
Era For Justice
M. Reynaldy
M. Chautemps
M. le Brun
NM. Deladier
Thor
Stavisky
Bumilovicel
Zweitel
Pourcel
Laieau
Comby
Aunilovicc
Prion
Zweifel
Girl Wounded as Miss McNeill Shot in Sydney Shooting
In Sydney on Sunday Margaret Emily May McNeill, 22, of Redfern, was shot seven times during an attack as she ran toward Mrs. Sutherland’s residence. A man was arrested and charged with shooting with intent to murder. Canberra union circles condemn remarks by a magistrate amid a broader dispute over wage awards and police action.
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Margaret Emily May ‘McNeill
Redfern
Aydney
Canberra
Drtherland
Msc
A. G
Wormald
Trades and Labour Council
Industrial Board
Court of Petty Sessions
Stalin Sees Doom for Capitalism and Looming War
In Moscow Stalin warned capitalism faces decline and warned of four potential wars. He cited disarmament trends, industrial crises, and a possible global conflict aimed at overpowering the Soviet Union, predicting strongest danger from attacking powers against the USSR.
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Moscow
M. Stalin
Communist Party
Stalin
M. Etalin
China
Soviet Union
Micro Ray Radio Inaugurated at London Aerodrome
The Under-Secretary for Air and the French Under-Secretary for Air exchanged greetings by teleprinter and telephone on the shortest wavelength yet used, 1.7 centimetres. The system, tested at Lympne, provides instantaneous two way transmission across the Channel and to sea and air stations, with meteorological bulletins updated minute by minute.
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London
Lympne
Ali
St St. Ingrevert
Wilde to serve island parish on 55 day cruise voyage
The Rev Harold Wilde sailed from Southampton aboard the Atlantix for a 55 day pict ure cruise to lonely Isle London. He will serve as priest to the 66 inhabitants of Taland Tristan de Canhs for at least three years, bringing 12 tons of stores two lifeboats two rabbits fowls musical instruments books cricket and football gear. He hopes to establish a wireless receiving and transmitting station on the inland.
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London
Harold Wilde
Southampton
Atlantix
Tc Taland
Tristan de Canhs
Wilde
Taland
Noanty
Japan Demands Parity in Naval Ratios Soon
Tokyo reports the Minister for the Navy states Japan will pursue a revision of naval power ratios within the year. Japan seeks equal parity in Washington and London treaty terms to strengthen its defense posture and ensure a balanced strategic position.
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Tokio
Japan
Washington
London
Mary Pickford Under Close Guard in New York
Mary Pickford, guarded heavily in New York after a hurried departure from Boston, faced reports of a threat to kidnap her amid alleged notes and demands for important papers. Police and her entourage consider possibilities of a crank or attempted coercion, with precautions advised.
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United Press
Falmouth
Mass
Maryford la
Boston
Teta
Miss Pickford
Britain Adheres To Draft Disarmament Plan
The Daily Telegraph reports Britain will keep to the disarmament scheme framework while awaiting Franco German consensus. Proposals may be drafted to bridge differences, involving recasting the draft convention for submission to Paris Berlin and Rome. Timeful procedure noted as Cabinet Disarmament Committee chaired by Mr. MacDonald met at No 10. Parliament reconvenes next week and questions on disarmament and other issues are set for Monday in the Commons.
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Daily Telegraph
Paris
Hertin
Rome
Cabinet Committee of Disarmament
Mace Donald
No. 10
Downing-Street
House of Commons
Exam results AYDNEY and December technical exams
The report lists names from fitting and machinning, plumbing and grade eight categories, with errors noting Claire Manene Weiner placed under Privetn Rindy and misfiled with the Cane tarre Church of England Qtr. Gran, Bakersfield.
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Claire Mranene Weiner
Privetn Rindy
University Council Nominations By Canberra Bodies
The University Association of Canberra and the Canberra University College Council met to consider nominations for the University Council. Members fear the two nominees will be chosen without member input, depriving the association’s members of a say in selecting council representatives.
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Council of University of
Canberra
University College
University Association of Canberra
Sasocla
Coun- T' Oil
m@mbera
Sasodia
Ion
Coun
French Air Mail Leaves for South America
An air mail service departs for South America with Lombard and crew aboard, aiming to reach Buenos Aires. Officials hope the flight will arrive in fourteen days, barring delays.
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South America
Lombard
Weft
Bowt
Mail
Buenos Aires
Private Armies In Britain Stir Public Alarm
In a Times letter Lord Allen warns private armies are forming in Britain. He cites Oswald Mosley and the British Fascists recruiting uniformed troops with lorries. Allen, LAB leader, notes potential defensive use but acknowledges possible offensive capabilities. Sir Oswald Mosley has spoken of machine guns. Sir Stafford Cripps condemns private armies but says socialists may arm for retaliation.
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London
the Times
Lord Allen
Britain
Oowald Mosley
Pascista
Independent Labour Party
Labor and Bockalat ‘International
Oswald Massey
Germany and Poland sign ten year nonaggression pact
A German communique states that Germany and Poland have signed a ten year non aggression pact to consolidate peace in Europe under the Kellogg spirit. The two governments pledge to settle disputes by direct agreement and regard the understanding as a formal step toward stability in the region.
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London
Germany
Poland
Senate Passes Roosevelt Monetary Bill Amid Tight Vote
The Senate approved President Roosevelt's Monetary Bill by a narrow 33 to 1 party-line vote with one Democrat voting no. The measure shapes a two thousand million dollar stabilisation fund to maintain the dollar, aims for 50 to 60 cent parity, and awaits House reconciliation before presidential signature. A failed amendment would have forced mandatory withdrawals of 730,000 dollars of silver from domestic or foreign sources.
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Washington
Senate
Roosevelt
Bil Aua
Prince of Wales Tribute To A Man In Suffering
An item reflecting the Prince of Wales tribute to a man in distress. The brief notice notes public admiration and honors rendered, underscoring charitable duty and shared sorrow. The phrasing signals a ceremonial praise without detailing events or identities.
Japanese Friendly Talk to Mussolini Reported
A terse dispatch notes alleged Japanese leaders engaging in friendly talks with Benito Mussolini. The report cites unspecified signatories and hints at diplomatic exchanges amid wartime alignment concerns. No dates or places are provided in the readable text.
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Mussolini
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