National Register Boycott Splits Australian Unions
Amid rising opposition to the National Register, unions across Australia discuss delaying or boycotting the draft registration. In Adelaide and Sydney, labor groups debate liberty and government measures while Perth planning talks consider submitting proposals to lawmakers. Canberra unions review the decision as a proposed boycott gains traction. Actions by unions include urging members to abstain from signing forms or returning register cards, with next meetings set to reconsider the stance.
Exercises Combining With Air Force in UK Naval Reserve Call Up
London reports detail the government plan to call up 12 000 naval reservists with ships rejoining July 31 and exercises lasting into September. About 50 to 60 ships in reserve to be commissioned as the King reviews a fleet of roughly 130 ships at Weymouth Bay Alt B. Sir Chamberlain says measures aim to maximize combined fleet and air exercise efficiency. Berlin notes the British recall is seen as intimidatory and signals possible war.
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ARU Executive Calls for a Boycott and Related Actions
Members of the A R U were today instructed by their executive to boycott the National term in a issuance of the delegation of the ACTU. The M inner Council reaffirmed its objection to the term and its supply special Staff partner Renter's World Services in addition to one special sources at the bantall cited in this tamu all wigtte therein ne Australia and New Zealand are reserved.
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Boycott Gift To Government Splits NSW Labour Party
In New South Wales the Labor Party split over a proposed boycott of the National Register. The Lang Party denounces ACTU and Heffron supporters for promoting the boycott, suggesting a general election gift to Mr Menzies. Canberra windows, including the National Library, bear red protest stickers saying Boycott Enzies National Register It Means Conscription. Police investigate under the Commonwealth Crimes Act.
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Underground Opposition in Danzig Against Nazism
The Danzig scene reports arrests of Social Democratic Party members after the Nazis dissolved the party, with arms and explosives found. A Warsaw dispatch notes the arrests caused a Warsaw sensation. Danzig’s authorities detained a Polish diplomat and a consul for two hours during sightseeing, confiscating a camera. General Franco questions war, saying Danzig is not worth a war.
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Prime Minister hints at heavy taxation in coming Budget
In Katanning Mr Menzies said Parliament will in September include provisions for heavy increased taxation. He spoke at a civic reception in Wagin stating that Australia’s security is the first task and expenditure must rise. He noted a five year rise from £4 million to £34 million per year.
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Wheat at Lowest Level for Centuries
Wheat touched its lowest price since 1892 at Liverpool today at 3 7 8 pence per cental. Prices later rallied and closed at 3 8 pence. The slump is blamed on a prospective Canadian surplus. It is necessary to go back centuries to find a parallel slump.
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Resuming Soviet Talks Between Britain France and Russia
The anti aggression talks among Britain, France and Russia will resume tomorrow. British and French negotiators have received further instructions from their governments. The Times reports a long, complex communication will be sent to the British Ambassador to clarify previously discussed points and not raise new ones.
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Migration scheme criticised by Brisbane accountant
Mr. A. H. Berlin, a Brisbane accountant touring Sydney, condemned Australia’s migration policy as scandalous. He argued Britain’s working families faced barriers while Central European refugees were admitted. He noted 60 refugees and 25 British migrants aboard the Largs Bay.
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Regulations to Register Aliens for Census in Australia
Regulations under the Alien Registration Act, recently passed, are being prepared so the census can be taken early in November. Registration forms will be printed and distributed to post offices. Aliens must notify changes of address and names or face penalties.
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German Propaganda Sensation in Paris
In Paris two French journalists were detained pending an investigation into alleged acceptances of 56 000 and 20 000 from a German source. The News Editor of Le Temps and a member of Figaro's advertising staff were held. Management says they were not in a position to deal with foreign services. Detention appears tied to Daladier's recent remarks on German propaganda.
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Air Force Inquiry Reaches Verdict On Riverstone Crash
Melbourne Friday Air Force Court of Inquiry ends. Decision released on Avro Anson bomber crash at Riverstone that killed four people.
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French parade display of military power on Bastille Day
A July Fourth parade in Paris drew about a million spectators along the Champs Elys es with 30 000 troops and 150 cavalry in a three hour march. British units led the column and Anglo French unity was touted as planes and dignitaries filled the dais. Guardsmen shielded by rifles to calm frenzied crowds as cheers rose for Britain and France.
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Taxation Commissioner plans country visits on assessments
Sydney Friday The Taxation Commissioner Mr McMahon has arranged for 18 officers to visit country centres to explain the departmental practice of assessment. He said country residents were sometimes disadvantaged by dealing with the department by correspondence.
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Czech gold to meet claims plan outlined in Commons
The Chancellor for the Exchequer Sir John Simon told the House of Commons at question time that a scheme would use Czech assets as a set off against British claims. The plan aims to settle Czech assets blocked in London by spring legislation.
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Roosevelt suspends 86 hour day to finish air base sites
President Roosevelt issues a decree suspending the 86 hour day regulation to speed completion of aviation bases at Palmyra Johnston Midway Islands in the Pacific and at Kodiak Sidka in Alaska, aiming to accelerate construction at the earliest possible date.
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Duke of Kent to race as owner amid royal duties
London reports the Duke of Kent will participate in horse racing as an owner while serving as Governor-General of Australia. In other items, Dhoti from Aga Khan heads for the Commonwealth, a major blaze threatens Briggevale timber, Prince Paul to visit England, a twin engined RAF flying boat arrives after a long flight, and Sydney notes a miners federation plan to form The Daily News company to take over assets.
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