29 Jan 1937
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 29, 1937
Page
1
Terrible floods endanger Louisville Evansville Cincinnati and surrounding towns with epidemics of influenza pneumonia typhoid and dysentery. Health officials warn of hundreds dead from flood related illness as the Ohio River nears peak and relief plans including Red Cross feeding and refugee camps are set to mobilize.
In Newcastle Court a group including Cedric and Margen Herringe of Maitland Road Mayfield and Grice Porter of Charlestown faced charges of conspiracy to adopt a child. The magistrate expressed concern over the child’s welfare and ordered commitment for further action, with uncertainties over the Attorney General’s involvement.
The text reports Dr Willard Maloney indicating willingness to represent his constituency despite the Labour party’s decision not to field him. He stated new party members had not yet noted whether they agreed with the decision and that he would travel to London if needed, though he would not press the issue.
A 47 year old single man, James Thuredey, was killed today at Newcastle’s Main Colliery when a fall of coal collapsed onto him. The incident occurred at the mine during regular operations, and emergency responders were unable to save him.
London reports the close of the first 1937 wool sale series with 6905 bales offered, 4372 old. The catalogue listed 3638 bales from Malco and 04,800 from other sources. Continent buyers and aviation imports figure among purchasers as prices ranged around par to 16 higher, with Japanese competition easing and overall buyer activity shifting toward Continental and factory buyers.
Australian officials weigh air mail impact on London Sydney cable and steamship services. Churchill notes Germany threat and rising first class mail via air could shift schedules. Weekly cables from London to Sydney planned. Australia may push early shipping service changes.
Britain faces production delays delaying air defence expansion. Sir Thomas Inskip and Sir Thomas Took discuss factory output and serial fighting strength with plans to start production of key aircraft, engines, and aviation fuel in 1938 as Winston Churchill notes limited parity with Germany.
London Wednesday. A meeting of the Labour Party executive voted to cite the Anduilut Tease chaired by Stafford Cuppa and Pho tengwe, to back a United Front campaign with the Communist and Independent Labour parties. The league membership stands at 5,000 as Cripps faces possible party whip in the House of Commons.
Government advises on variation of apple and pear types to be exported under the Commonwealth and Commonwealth Trade Deaceiptions Arts. The alteration follows recommendations of the Australia Apple and Pear Council to preserve marketing qualities like appearance and utility. Gazetted yesterday under customs and trade descriptions acts.
An opera tragedy unfolds in New York as Joseph Bterainl whose band was cut by a wilietto pot wy Lawrence Tidy batt dies of heart disease. He was reportedly questioned by detectives and absolved of responsibility as doctors say anesthesia may have caused the heart attack, though the singer had long suffered heart disease.
The government’s decision to adjust duties for prunes was advanced in the last session, aiming to reduce boluity. The measure passed Parliament, setting a duty of four pence per pound and naming Neilpenny in 1989 by Curing.
In a dramatic Australian singles final, Bromwich defeats Crawford in four sets, showcasing two hands and varied backhand tactics. Bromwich’s consistency and decisive backhand play wear down Crawford who tires in the fourth set, delivering a fitting climax to a landmark year for both players and earning a place in the Davis Cup squad.
The article reports Quist denying hints he will not play again at Stoppan in the Australian championship. He insists his best effort remains and rejects claims of disinterest.
Reports from Toledo claim the insurgent offensive stalled by torrential rain and unfit conditions. Government forces repelled attacks on Aranjuez and Let Pardo while a government senator was targeted near Bantansier Harbour amid bombardment. American volunteers and units from allied nations joined in support of the Referendum.
Senator Hardy plans a tour of South Australia in February to meet voters and explain the government’s referendum proposal. He stresses the need for clear choices on the ballot and notes living standards hinge on the outcome. He believes the public must understand how their vote will be used and its national impact.
Amid chaotic testimony in Moscow on Wednesday, a defendant admitted to orchestrating numerous derailing attempts over three years to misdirect blame from those arrested. A co defendant claimed connections to German and Czech intelligence, while Tokyo officials dismissed the alleged plots as fantastical as pressure mounts for a firm outcome.
In the House of Commons the minister stated consultations on establishing victory in Australia and noted assurances that the American machine order was temporary. The Commons debate referenced recent fascination fears and reports of British actions affecting relations with Australia and the United States.
The Commonwealth Government announced it had fully consulted the British Government before deciding to manufacture and deploy American planes. The move was presented as supported by defence authorities and aligned with government policy.
Fragmented report mentions air mail negotiations between unnamed parties, sighting a pending withdrawal and possible government accord. References to Wray and Vorahe indicate international involvement. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions Minister Archdale Parkin and others in a context about conditions at an aerodrome. The legible portions reference people and a discussion likely involving oversight or arrangements, but many words are garbled, leaving uncertainty about date, place, or outcome.
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