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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 10, 1936
Page
1
Twenty two states face continued drought as heat rages and rain falters. The Midwest forests and agricultural areas suffer as crops and dairies struggle with arid conditions, threatening regional food supply and economic stability.
Fragmented OCR notes report Canada suffering its worst crop in three decades. Mentions wheat yield declines across provinces including Alberta and Saskatchewan. References rising prices, harvest delays, and government responses. details are unclear due to damaged text.
The Commonwealth Government seeks to bar most Japanese goods from entering Australia, exempting only silk and silk piece goods. Sir Henry Gullett explained that customs will refuse permission to import listed items, aiming to pressure Japan toward an early settlement of the trade dispute.
A Rutledge expedition mail dispatch claiming to cover about 1800 miles on the homeward route from the Everest ascent is missing. The report notes a member of the expedition and a group of hunters involved, with stamps and materials under scrutiny as of July 3.
The Canadian government plans a single trade mission to Australia following repeated requests from the Commonweath government. Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Commerce, W. Walter, announced the plan citing the strong trade treaty between dominions and the goal of expanding economic ties with Australia.
London report says in the House of Commons the Mines Secretary notes the Board of Trade has not received a copy of the Japanese ordinance restricting Australian imports. He says action would be Commonwealth Government’s decision and that Britain would consider measures to curb imports only if Japan’s discrimination against Australia continues. No clear reply was given.
Sydney council reports a detailed action by the Grasiers Federation and notes Boyd’s statement. The Prime Minister hinted Canberra discussions and a Federal Council meeting planned for Monday to address ongoing matters.
After a lengthy Executive Council session in Melbourne, Major General Sir Thomas Blamey resigned as Chief Commissioner of Police. Acting Commissioner William Wabis Waris to assume duties, with a royal commission and Scotland Yard official to be invited to Victoria for reform review. Cabinet decisions followed Macindoe report and Brophy inquiry, with Blamey’s resignation announced after cabinet meetings.
The government outlines a three year defence plan with expanded air force and coastal anti aircraft depots. RAAF stations will be set up at Darwin and Brisbane with intensified expenditure and new aircraft orders to support coastal shipping protection. A potential chair of Aeronautics at Sydney University is under consideration by Defence Minister Sir Archdale Parkhill after talks with P N Russell School of Engineering.
A British monarch yesterday inspected the Gaya Air Force station in a historic aerial tour. He wore the marshal of the Royal Air Force uniform and flew in a De Haviland Dragon Rapide aircraft from Windward. The King was accompanied by the Duke of York marking a first for royal air field inspections.
Fragmentary wiring of names and actions suggests a boycott by Dansig against Sean Lester. The text indicts interference and possible legal or political maneuvering, with references to unnamed timelines and letters. Further readable fragments indicate police involvement and scrutiny of electoral actions.
British naval units shift position in the Mediterranean signaling greater forward presence and readiness amid rising tensions. Authorities say the move aims to deter aggression and bolster regional security while maintaining open sea lanes.
Defence estimates revealed new air force expansion including two 5,000 ton confiners, eight destroyers, one aircraft carrier, submarines, and a plan for a two way air service between Sydney and Salamau to carry passengers and mail. Cabinet approved a large air arm budget while naming overseas deployments and bases from Rockhampton to Cairns as part of a broader reorganization.
Paris reports Italy faces stubborn Abyssinian resistance as guerrilla forces near Addis Ababa widen the war. A large Italian force 450 miles from the capital battles Talles while European powers watch Prague style shifts and potential new deployments in Europe.
News of an imminent withdrawal and a forthcoming tour involving Haile Selassie is hinted at with references to funding and a British American group. The fragmentary text mentions a £20,000 stake and a planned tour in Europe, sourced from partial lines.
A Djibouti Daily Mail report describes an Abyssinian band attack cutting the Djibouti to Addis Ababa railway, destroying bridge and telephone wires near Dire Daw. The train failed to reach the capital and retreated, while Italian troops moved from Dire Daw. The Mojja region remained difficult due to a river bank favorable to defense.
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