Peace move in London amid Italian Abyssinian tension
London reports the diplomatic drive to avert war between Italy and Abyssinia continues as Sir Samuel Hoare weighs terms of policy. Signor Grandi hints at a solution granting Italy influence in Eritrea and Italian Somaliland behind a zone of Italian control. Il Duce’s stance questioned by D Annunzio, while Britain weighs military and political options. Denial of Japanese intervention noted.
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London
Samuel Hoare
Will Giake
House of Commons
Italan Am Jauidor
Signor Grandi
Italy
Eritrea
Italian Somaliland
Abyssinia
Wich Braly
Iris
Senate race looms with diverse candidates and close trends
A large field for the presidency sees candidates including Benatora Lynch Crawford and Payne among Tasmanians Herfer Maya Millen Brennan Plain Carroll Foil and others vying for the post. The contest is expected to be tight with focus on committee seats and lucrative positions while the president enjoys comfortable Parliament quarters and related allowances.
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U.ap.quematendy
Messier
Lynch
Benatora Lynch
Ayeuntors Payne
Tasmania
Herfer
Maya
Millen
Brennan
Viatoria
Plain
Veeteria
Carrol
Foil
Queenaland
Austalia
England
Com
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Tosela
Radio and Phone Prices Jump in Year Report
A brief item notes a large rise in radio and telephone costs over the year. The report cites the postmaster’s figures and mentions an increase from the previous year. Details are limited due to the fragmented OCR text.
Britain to strengthen gas attack precautions
A government circular distributed nationwide states air raid warning schemes will be set up across Britain. It calls for gas masks and protective clothing stocks, hospital store coordination, continuation of essential public services, and public help through voluntary bodies. Also planned are street lighting for protection, anti gas measures displays, and air raid precautions education.
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London
Britaii Odin
Britain
Aml Alao
Apent
Wpa
Taxation Case Urges Clarify Exemptions
A high court discussion urges removal of uncertainties in tax exemptions. Judges advocate a carefully framed exemption list, noting certain provisions may affect state revenue and compel reevaluation of existing rules.
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Bribane
Thureday
Particuy
New Senator Sirvel Courtenay Dies in Sydney
Senator Sirvel Thomas Courtenay who won a seat in the Commonwealth elections last year died at his Wellloughty home aged 66 after a long illness. He had not been sworn in to the new Senate. His successor will be elected by the two NSW Houses. Courtenay had offered himself for experimental study to Dr. Cumpston and for post mortem examination to assist science.
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Sydney
Sirvel Thomas Courtenay
Senate
Wellloughty Tonty
New South Wales
Courtenay
Cumpston
Hughes
Fek
Farrar
MLC
Federal
Director of Health
Apeclaliata
King Consent by Air Mail Enables Commonwealth Act
The Commonwealth Gazette reports the first piece of legislation to travel from England by air mail, with royal consent required before its approval in council. The law affects international applications and enables certain Beluan ships to trade between Hobart and capital after landing. The measure also requires interstate freight to be fitted with wireless equipment.
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Eimgland
Commonwealth Gazette
Australia
Tr Mall
Beluiah
Governor discusses youth work program at annual meeting
State Governor speaks at the Urgency Club annual gathering outlining nationwide efforts to provide work for youths. He stresses the need to place young people in jobs promptly to prevent future unemployment and unrest, urging action at the next meeting.
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Rudney
Thurecny
Uagacy Club
Alexander More
Pomce
Admayeur
Loss Feared as Maheno Stranded Off Brisbane
A Brisbane wire report notes the Maheno is stranded and may become a total loss if not moved quickly. The steamer Conah is unable to tow it currently. naval officials advised discretion on towing and discharge. The Carlock sheltered in Hervey Bay after wireless links were damaged. The NAY liner Arita Mari arrived a day late from Japan with the chief officer warning of severe coastal weather.
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Brisbane
Shein
Conah
Fraeersland
Caplin
Hachimiota
Wireleas
Hlh
Uae
Hervey Bay
Atruta Mari
Japan
Indian loan fills London market oversubscribed
The Indian Loan of £1,000,000 at 3 percent was issued at 98 in London on Thursday and has been heavily oversubscribed.
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London
Debates On Irish Affairs Clarify King Relation
In a Commons debate on Triad affairs Mr J H Thomas explained De Valera’s stance on the King. He said De Valera defines a Free State as a republic yet would recognize the King for certain external matters. Thomas cautioned Britain would not tolerate using the constitutional head for selective purposes and would block Southern Ireland from leaving the Commonwealth. Churchill endorsed Thomas’s approach as courageous.
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London
de Valera
Dominiona
J. H. Thomas
House of Commons
Thomas Sald
House
Free State
Republic
Thomas
Major Rua
Privy Council
Robert Husillum
Numan
Ian
Winston Churchiil
Aporch
Lyons visits Ottawa amid trade talks with Canada
Crowded visit by Prime Minister Lyons to Ottawa features a luncheon with Bennett and cabinet members. Lyons discusses Australian goods access, dried fruits, and wheat sale terms. Talks aim to adjust regulations, with provisional agreement on the Australian–Canadian trade treaty and no further actions planned for tomorrow.
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Ottawa
Mini Inster
United States
Canada
Bennett
Lyona
Lygna
Australia
Suchas
Lyons
Mes
Lyon
Disastrous flood toll rising across several states
Flood waters across New York New Jersey Pennsylvania Maryland and Delaware surged to flood stage causing widespread deaths and property damage. New York reports about forty fatalities while other states tally between five and fifty five. Damages exceed 25 million dollars as relief efforts address contamination and food shortages amid the emergency.
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York State
Atlantic
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Maryland
Delaware
New York
New York State
Floods threaten humongous China river systems and cities
Heavy floods on the Yangtze and Yellow rivers threaten millions. The Yangtze River burst its banks submerging Hantang and Yenamo areas, wiping out villages and leaving thousands homeless. Dikes struggle against a vast surge as North China faces rising Yungting River dangers.
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Bhanghat
Yangtze-Kieng
Hwang Ho
Yangtze River
Hantang
Yenamo
Ancheng
China
Canada Holds Key Wheat Futurity Policy Collapse
London reports improved wheat market sentiment as fears of a surplus drop fade yet doubts remain about future policy. Canada’s wheat elevator capacity sits at 350 million bushels with a 400 million bushel crop, suggesting the Dominion may need to abandon its holding policy. The Time’s financial writer notes the outlook is not alarming if the government sells surplus orderly.
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London
Canada
Dominion
Air mail plan faces Cabinet opposition over cost
Indications suggest the proposed air mail service between capitals will meet strong Cabinet opposition from several ministers due to expense. Proponents argue the large outlay may not be warranted by the benefits.
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Sydney
Plane To Search For Gold
An air unit prepared for prospecting adventures in the Australian wilds. Flight Lieutenant Stuart Campbell compiles the mission notes from an Antarctic expedition alongside Sir Duwi Mawaun’s team. Accompanying him are Alt and others operating wireless gear as the crew heads toward the Panun base.
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Stuart Campbell
Duwi Mawaun
Antarctic
Panun
DMO Union
Campbell
Alt
Greek Plebiscite Passes Bill for Monarchy Vote
In Athens on Wednesday the assembly passed the government bill by 168 to 48 to authorize a plebiscite on restoring the monarchy. The vote sets the plebiscite for a date before the 15th.
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Athens
Hapburg Family Might Return to Austria After Revolt
In Vienna, a parliamentary vote reportedly accepts rescinding the Hapsburg law. The Diet, amid public applause, approves restoration for Archduke Ferdinand and family members including Max and Prince Ernest, marking a shift following past conflict.
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Hapburg
Corms
Tithyd
Max
Prince Ernest
Archduke
Verdinand
Frowdad
MacDonald and Ramsay MacDonald In Cabinet Talk
In London on Wednesday a heated exchange centered on his cash gifts and comments by Labour figures. Rumors swirled about Ramsay MacDonald’s possible return to influence, while Baldwin dismissed claims as untrue and said a reshuffle would not disrupt the government.
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Labour
Pom ‘Binith
Dayne
Ramsay Maxlvnak
Bia
Malcolm
Baldwins
MacDonald
Rainfall Reported Across Wheat Belt In Southern Central Areas
Thurwilay Mr Maros stated today that rain fell in parts of the wheat belt and there are indications it will spread to the southern and central regions. He cautioned the rain may be fairly general over the next 24 hours and could improve growing conditions in the fields.
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Mydniy
Thurwilay
Maros
Canada Election Writs in September Ottawa
Snapshot of Ottawa election writs with hints of delay to September 25. Observers foresee confusion in politics and a likely defeat for the Conservative party as many incumbents and several factions consider not standing for re election.
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Ottawa
Weite
Caceda
Ayo
Rani
Fe’ch
Conservative
Gold Clause Threat to U.S. War Efforts Warned
A garbled report quotes the Attorney General warning that a gold clause crisis could impose enormous damages and fees on the nation. He addresses a banking committee and mentions unions and international agreements, signaling broad legal and economic tensions amid unsettled financial policy.
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Warhington
Mats
TMP
Seceramete International
Cruelty to Child Kept in Howe For Seven Years
Administrator of Social Bar reports a case of cruelty to a child kept in Howe for seven years. Details remain unclear as the report notes lack of sunlight and prolonged confinement. Authorities pursue further inquiry into the matters raised by the Morart incident.
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Howe
Morart
Eran
Moe
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