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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 29, 1938

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Soviet Arms for China Reported Shipments Rise

A North China source says large consignments of Soviet arms are reaching China, with 600 armoured cars and over 200 aircraft observed. road works into Sinkiang expand to boost China Russia trade. Japan threatens punishment for misconduct, while Tokyo raids and air battles are noted. American protests over looting of property in China surface in Washington. War measures and naval warnings follow in Fr iday postings.

Shanghai China Secent Hankow Sinki Kanau Sinkiang Russia

Eden Urges League to Back China Resolution in Geneva

In a Geneva gathering, Anthony Eden says Britain backs the League’s faith in collective action for peace, arguing nations must cooperate under a system based on principle. Other speakers from New Zealand and France reaffirm loyalty to the League as debates center on China and the Assembly’s appeal.

Geneva League Council Nesiat China Anthony Eden Langue Council League Eden Wellington Koodei Romano Va M. Lityifov Gerne Mr. Jordan N.Z M. Delbos Frances

Japan–Australia tensions spark pacific blockade talk

A News of the Week report says Anglo American plans could blockade Japan in the Pacific and Australia unearthed a Japanese espionage network. British and American joint operations may be more advanced than public, with Singapore and Panama Canal blocking Japan seen as likely within a year.

New York Dominions Pacific Britain America Japan Singapore Panama Canal Shanghai

Chinese Attack on Puyang and Hangchow News

Chinese report crossing the Cheintang River attack Puyang amid heavy Japanese fire. They claim to have cut reinforcement routes toward Singhai, conduct another air raid on Hangchow. Reinforcement of 250 modern aircraft and 100 foreign airmen cited. British consul-general protests censoring commercial telegrams as Ottawa ministers discuss trans-Tasman air service. Prime Minister Tyone notes no firm timetable for inaugurated service. meeting to continue in Canberra next month.

Moroihan Suilors Nayak Nanchang Wi Nanking Golding

Lorry Crashes Into Pier At Ditewart Point

A lorry carrying 47 relief workers crashed into a harbour pier at Ditewart Point near Manly after losing control on a bend. Nine people were injured in the incident, and a collapse was averted, keeping the lorry from sliding over an embankment into the harbour.

Ayowey Ditewart Pointy Mi Manly Aren

Australia Restores Favored Nation Trade Status With U S A

Washington reports Australia will be removed from the blacklist of nations denied tariff concessions. The move follows Australia ending discrimination against the United States, seen as signaling broader improvement in Empire relations amid Britain and Canada trade pact talks.

Washington United States Australia Empire Britain Canada Sydney Ric Cans Auatalia

Australian Representation in U.S.A. Questioned

The Australian Associated Press reports debate over Australia's diplomatic representation in Washington. Maintains the British embassy link with a legation, weighing costs of about £80,000 upfront and £10,000 annually. Suggestions include a High Commissioner to America, with possible expansion of the New York office.

Associated Press Washington Australia Austrade New York Australi Tomericn London

Cabinet Decisions Spur Aeronautical Research Upgrades

The Commonwealth Government approved a 248000 pound augmentation for aeronautical and engineering research laboratories and the national standards laboratory. The plan includes 145000 pounds for the Aeronautical Engineering warehousing labs with 12000 pounds annual maintenance and 80000 pounds for a Standards laboratory with 10000 pounds yearly upkeep. The report by Mr Ef Wimperia (Wimperin) urges use of existing facilities at Farnborough and Maribyrnong, collaboration with universities, and creation of an aeronautical committee including civil and military aviation, meteorology, and radio experts. It also calls for the CSIR to explore industrial research committees with the automobile industry and to coordinate radio service research with the Postmaster-General's Department.

Wimperin British Air Minnistry Farnborough Aniverailiea Defence Piaperments Maribyrnong la Aiao Ment Aeronautica Universitiée Council For Scientific and Industrial Research Ansiat Postmaster-General's

Dastardly Crime Man and Wife Die in Explosive Death

In Lidcombe Sydney an early morning blast at Alfred Eipest Smith and wife Mia Mary Anne Smith's home killed both instantly. The 53 and 61 year old victims were found buried beneath wreckage after two explosions shattered the room. Detectives suspect gelignite devices placed under the bed and linked to past union activity, while children survived uninjured. Witnesses describe furniture and the bed hurled skyward as the house collapsed. investigators note bombs were timed and aimed to explode at a set moment, with evidence suggesting a deliberate act rather than accident. The motive remains unclear but authorities discount ties to Smith's union work.

Sydney Alfred Eipest Smith Bede Street Lidcombe Smith Mia Mary Anne Smith I ‘Smith Dawd Mildrad Smith Alfred Slster Patricia Seo Auld Mrasmith

Van Zeeland report urges world economic co operation pact

London report by the former Belgian premier Van Zeeland outlines a world economic survey advocating an open all states pact to raise living standards. He urges Britain USA France Germany and Italy to consider general principles and form a bureau to gather input for a program of action at an international conference.

London Thureds M. van Zeeland Britain U.S.A France Germany Italy America Many

International Mandates Proposed for Global Frameworks

A fragmented report argues for international mandates to govern bridges and railways, driven by industrial states. It weighs political aspects of economic problems, fears of colonial resistance, and the need for impartial guarantees amid debates on cooperation and aid tied to colonial trade.

Warikwanda Congo van Zeeland Caer Erea

Suppression of Industrial Quotas and Trade Liberalization

A report urges gradual suppression of industrial quotas while preserving anti dumping measures and cartel controls. It recommends reducing quotas, widening exceptions, and establishing a common fund among collaborating nations to support legitimate trade activities. Bilateral agreements and tariffs reform are highlighted as effective tools.

M. van Zeeland MM van Zeeland

Violent Sit-In in Brussels Parliament Sparks Brawl

In Brussels the Chamber of Deputies erupted as M Jasper insulted the Haris and a surge of Liberals and Communists clashed. One man was knocked down, another chased, and the sitting was suspended after a running fight. Union organizer Brith, a 30 year veteran, figures in the turmoil. Police later identified two mutilated bodies at Parraatta morgue and a funeral is planned for tomorrow.

Brith Most Industriat “Union Ir. Pollard Parraatta Morgue

Solar Research Aims To Stabilize Radio Signals

Solar observers at the Dominion Observatory Mt Mount Barnwell guide efforts with radio physicists to map wavelengths to solar conditions The goal is a technique to limit interruptions in communications caused by abnormal solar disturbances as engineers and scientists collaborate to refine methods.

Sormonweaith Solar Observatory Mt. Broomto Observatory W. Rimmar

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