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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 02, 1937

Page

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Canberra Hospital Inquiry Recommends Medical Board Reforms

The report on the Canberra Community Hospital finds no justified patient refusals to enter the hospital and praises administration. It urges a medical board to oversee staff, regular meetings, and stronger public interest representation, plus improved consultation on serious illnesses and operations.

N.S.W Mott Canberts Canberra Canberra Community Hospital Imany Tha Commbalin Mide W. A. E Lewis Hospitals Commission Medical Board Commission Lakes Jon New Soul Wales

Volunteers Decline to Withdraw in Spain Crisis

Dispatch from Rome reports Italy will not pull its volunteers from Spain despite claims of government dis patch. Britain's and France's aid to Valencia Bolsheviks is disputed while the Valencia government airs blame on foreign mediation. A second dispatch from Hendaye notes no change in non intervention, with July meeting looming and potential Franco support speculation. Madrid reports near-normal supply lines as food and wine remain available and restaurants operate.

Jmusschai Britain France Valencia Italy Germany Adda Aszerta Cherie Ptale Windon Wednemay Spain Franco

War Danger: Lloyd George Fears Dictator Threats

The report cites Lloyd George at Watton warning that standing up to dictators risks war. He condemns delays and urges swift medical and institutional cooperation, noting Italy and Germany's influence. He mentions naval neutrality, plans for a flexible hospital design, and the broader wartime strategic anxieties shaping Allied action.

Condon Vicetarad Lloyd George Watton

40 Hour Week Refused for Public Service Arbitration

Melbourne Thursday report on Commonwealth Public Service 40 hour week application. Arbitrator cites Parliament, cost approx 500000 pounds yearly, and notes prewar junior roles shift. Railway workers awarded 48 to 40 hours under action, aiming to reduce unrest among 1000 workers.

Melbourne Commonwealth Public Service Commonwealth Cov Common‘wealth Commonwealth Sérvice Erie Westhavan Theos Villar Eee

Wimbledon Final Set For Budge And Von Cramm

Budge of the United States will meet Germany's Von Cramm in the Wimbledon singles final after Budge defeated Parker in four sets and Von Cramm overcame Austin in a long semifinal. Results show Budge taking 24 4 4 0 1 and Von Cramm 8 6 12 14 in the other match. Mary plans a visit to Australia late December or early January.

Laindon Budge WBA von Cramm Germany Fidge Parker Austin S von Cramm Mary Australia

French Finance Bill Passes in Britain and U.S.A. Franc Falls

The franc weakens after France votes 167 to 83 to adopt the finance bill amid market moves. The U.S. Treasury delays decision on revising the Three Power Stabilisation Agreement until a gold value is set by M. Chautemps. Bank of France ordered to advance 16 billion francs, faces policy toward gold and pound tracking.

London United States M. Chautemps Bank of France Ouding Finance Commision M. Bonnet

Double Tragedy at Cemetery Leads to Fatal Shootout

George Bemaatt, 16, fatally shot after killing his foster father Wilikarm and wounding Mrs Bennett at a doorway. Police traced him to a workshop behind tombstones where he shot at officers and died from a forehead wound. Earlier threats to foster parents followed his disclosure to the State Children’s Department about a relationship with a 14 year old girl.

Rae George Bemaatt Wilikarm Guay State Children's Department Bennett Abe Monumental Mason

Bogus Doctor Forged Certificate Case Emerges

Fergus G. Hickey, 38, described as a company doctor, pleaded guilty in Wellington Court to posing as a doctor after forged certificates from Melbourne surfaced. Police alleged Hickey examined candidates for life insurance and administered certificates falsely while using the title of doctor. The case outlines alleged fraud linked to his medical credentials and conduct.

Auckland Fergus G. Hickey As & Company Wellington Hickey

New Air Altitude Record Sets Speechless Sky Limit

A garbled report notes a new air altitude record and a bookmaker fine amid scattered names and phrases. Vague references include Bou and Salah with unclear context, while mentions of Hill, Dean, and a batter suggest a sports or aviation incident. The text is fragmented and lacks verifiable details.

Amur Clash Origin Obscure In Soviet Report

Moscow reports a limited Amur incident involving Soviet and Japanese forces. A communique says both sides agreed not to escalate. details of the sinking and subsequent actions remain unclear amid conflicting versions from Soviet and Japanese accounts.

Moscow

State finances drought ingreates and expenditure report

Fragmented account notes a drought related expenditure near £1609 and a figure of £100,000 tied to forced spend. The garbled wording cites agencies or teams and mentions an individual named Gray in a suggestion of spending limits or mendicator terms.

Land Settlement Dith Reshi to State Sydney

Fragmented text describes a land settlement issue involving a minister and a government action. The readable parts mention a state, Sydney, and a possible operation or policy with a dated or damaged context. No clear names, dates, or outcomes emerge from the legible lines.

Sydney Ain Yak Venshaw Odey Schaind Wilnegrenn

Senators Face Unclear Path Ahead After Turbulent Week

The report outlines a chaotic period for the Senate with unclear momentum and shifting alliances. Key figures and factions are described as negotiating amid questions about leadership, policy priorities, and upcoming votes.

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