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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 01, 1937
Page
1
Diplomatic reports warn the British Non-Intervention scheme may collapse as Germany and Italy face Friday deadlines to accept or propose alternatives to the n al control system. A Belligerency would grant rights to both sides. France likely aligns with Britain, while Italy and Germany support Franco.
In London the Non-Intervention Committee postponed a final decision on Britain and France patrolling the coast of Spain with joint naval forces. Lord Plymouth outlined the plan, urging British leadership for naval observation in coastal areas under the Spanish government and Franco’s forces handling other zones. The French and Spanish governments would withdraw non Spanish nationals and prisoners of war, while Italian volunteers and troop movements were debated amid ongoing controversy.
In Madrid on a hot summer evening, fierce fighting followed a withdrawal by Insurgents from the Jaramoa sector. Shells swept streets as civilians fled in panic while rebels reportedly advanced toward Ban Mander with fleet bombardment support near the Cougta.
Mysterious blast cuts water supply to Bethlehem steel works in Johnstown Pennsylvania forcing suspension of operations amid back to work movement. Strike leaders deny responsibility as city officials order an investigation. James Mark and C Jones warned of risk if they stay in town.
In Auckland on Wednesday the New Zealand branch of the British Medical Association rejected general support for euthanasia. President Dr. T. Stout stated it would only be desirable in hopeless mental disorders with subnormal development, and perhaps in incurable painful disease by voluntary action, while professionals hope for a cure for illness as long as life continues.
An amphibian plane Cutty Sark flying from Bateman's Bay to Sydney met a waterspout near Port Hacking. Pilot T. Chauvell and a passenger landed on the water uninjured as locals aided to avert collision with rocks. The craft was endangered by high winds but escaped damage.
In Senate replies Senator Brennan said that cross state rail negotiations aim to cut travelling time on the trans continental line from four to three days. Once new locomotives are built, timetables are expected to allow Melbourne arrivals a day earlier.
Ottawa reports a national agriculture crisis with Saskatchewan hit hardest by historic crop failure and dwindling fodder. Alberta awaits timely rains while Manitoba remains favorable. Regina warns of looming economic crisis and calls for aid as municipalities seek relief. Ottawa weighs a $1 million relief package.
Washington reports President stated the public debt by June will reach 36.4 billion dollars while the 1937 budget deficit stands at 2.67 billion dollars, outlining looming fiscal pressures and policy concerns.
U A P candidate H H Mason K C Independent won Woollahra after preferences, with a final majority of 208 over USA P candidate G Grant. Primary counts showed Grant ahead before preferences, then Mason surged as McDonald’s preferences split 437 to 1155. The result signals a setback for the U A P machine in New South Wales after a recent Vaucluse by election defeat.
Returning Officer P Johnstone reported a Sunday delay due to a legal argument among scrutineers over vote validity. No further delay occurred. Informal ballots included deliberate takes and messages such as Good luck George and Not worthy Vote, while one paper endorsed Mrs Simpson Mrs Freer and Jack Lang.
Reports detail multiple collisions at a Kennington crossroad. Jack Turner, injured tonight, was first struck while crossing, hurled yards, then hit again as he attempted to rise, and a third vehicle reportedly threw him to the roadway.
Sir Alan Cobham was flying from London to Portamouth after the Imperial Airways luncheon in Southampton when a two seater aircraft crashed near Southampton airport. He sustained slight injuries while his co pilot escaped shaken. The crash is attributed to engine trouble.
Report from Shanghai states a Soviet gunboat was sunk by Japanese and Manchukuoan fire on the Amur River with heavy loss of life. The dispatch ties the incident to a Tokyo note claiming Soviet troops would withdraw from Amur islets between Manchukuo and Siberia and that Japan would reciprocally reduce forces.
The Coronation Scot luxury train of blue and silver livery ran 150 miles from London to Crawley at an average speed of 60 mph and reached 114 mph at one point. The driver believed 125 mph was possible, signaling future record potential.
Dublin correspondent for the Daily Telegraph predicts Mr. de Valera will be returned to power despite a possibly reduced majority. He retains support among poorer clans, who credit him with dole relief and pensions not previously seen.
In Bathurst today the Rev A J Bingley said an injunction might be sought to stop Sunday football at Bathurst while a case based on writs issued yesterday awaits court determination. The matter will be heard before the court.
At Pendle Hill about midnight a sedan struck a telegraph post killing 19 year old Philip Darnham and seriously injuring brothers Dalton Darnham 91 Kathleen Wille 18 and Dorothy Dulcksen 17. The car reportedly skidded out of control before impact and the unwed woman was admitted to Parramatta Hospital.
Gosford Municipal Council decides to prosecute 24 players and the referee for defying a Sunday match ban. Writs issued by Rev A J Bingley of Bathurst. If the ban is ignored, police may eject players from Waterside Park.
A fire gutted the Parramatta Rubber Research Works tonight injuring District Officer Spring who was directing four brigades. Firemen battled the blaze as they worked to prevent spread to nearby buildings. damage estimate unavailable.
A report states there was no third ear involved. Turner sustained a probable skull fracture and fractured ribs and abdomen conditions described in the report.
Paris reports a grave French financial posture as Finance Minister M. Bonnet outlines a fund with no gold and signals denouncement of the Three Power Monetary Agreement. Britain and the United States are said to back Bonnet’s proposals while a controlled franc decline toward 130 to 135 is anticipated to provoke speculators and spur capital repatriation.
France faces a dire financial crisis as M Bonnet unveils a sweeping bill in the Chamber of Deputies. The measure aims to curb attacks on state posts, control prices, and balance the budget amid a draining gold reserve. Officials warn the franc may fall from 110 to 124 per pound, with possible withdrawal from the Three Power Monetary Agreement.
Passage of the Finance Bill through the Senate is taken for granted after approval by the Finance Committee. The committee adopted the Government's Bill by 20 votes to three, with ten extensions noted during discussions.
A 25 year old stowaway was found aboard the Monterey after the ship departed Sydney for San Francisco. She wore a shirt and slacks, claimed to live on lounge coffee and sandwiches, and said she was born in Massachusetts but had no passport. She worked as a stenographer in Sydney for three months.
Victoria credits a 1996-37 year end surplus as the first since 1928. Treasury figures show total revenue up by 1,084,517 due to higher June taxation. June month collections hit 1,456,1697, an increase of 500,499 from the prior June. Fees revenue rose 98,049 and interest collections 10,408 higher. Net annual revenue totals 25,840,486.
Work will stop at Austin Iron and Steel at Port Kembla at midnight, followed by a Town Hall meeting tomorrow to decide on a strike against non union employment. Three hundred riggers and pattern makers have refused to work, declaring the plant black. If a strike goes ahead, about 5,000 iron workers would be involved.
The Springboks defeated Newcastle by 58 to 8 in damp conditions. The visitors led 8 to 0 at the end of the first half and burst ahead after the break, securing a commanding win in difficult weather.
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