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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 17, 1937

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Non-Intervention Plan Backed by Britain Proposals

In London the Non-Intervention Committee adjourned after a one hour session as Britain’s proposals gained acceptances from Italy and Germany. Ambassadors from Italy and Germany spoke after Lord Hayhurst introduced the plan while the French Ambassador sought more instructions. Several nations including Greece Poland Turkey Bulgaria and others reported acceptance in principle and the matter was to be referred to subcommittees for detailed withdrawal of volunteers and belligerent rights.

London Italy Germany Lord Haymouth M. Maisky M. Corbin M. Corbitt Greece Poland Turkey Bulgaria Scandinavian Yugoslavia Caecho Slovakia Rumania Igo Britain France Winston Churchill United States

Labour Leader Atlee Presses Non Intervention Policy

In Commons debate, Mr. Atlee criticizes government for granting belligerent rights to both sides in Spain. He argues foreign support, especially from Germany and Italy, keeps General Franco in the war and warns against concessions that could undermine peace. Eden defends Labour positions, while calls for broader consultation and restraint remain central.

London Lee Seale Ge “Bpaniah of Commons Labour Party Allee Lretga Nal Senate Um Anid Home Concern Wate Wratco Intervet Atlee Germany Franco Signor Muscolini Yplun Cera Hitler Signor Massalini Howard Britain Bignuk Munaolini Brancs Eden Labour Cave Todd Europe Hdon Auine Faden

Gibraltar Ring of German Guns Encloses Rock

Daily Herald correspondent reports Gibraltar almost ringed by heavy German batteries and underground forts. German ships delivered 16 inch guns in February and March, with technicians in Algeciras. A German tanker discharged machine and anti aircraft guns. Heavy batteries span 15 miles of coast between Algeciras and Tarifa and near San Roque.

London Daily Herald Gibraltar Germany Veuvel Algecira i. N Albrecac

Palestine League Members Accept Report With Reservations

Geneva Friday reports most League of Nations members have sent in acceptances of the Palestine Royal Commission's Report. Some entries include reservations. Italy has not replied yet. The Mandates Commission is anticipated to be sympathetic, with others declining to give a definite recommendation.

Geneva League At Nations Council Palestine Royal Commission Langue Council Italy Mandates Commission Galve

No Humiliating Agreement Over Chinese Sovereignty

Reporting from Nanking and Tokyo, Chinese leaders insist no pact harming sovereignty is acceptable. Yuan remains effectively detained in Tianjin awaiting talks. Hong Kong brief cites 5000 Chinese troops surrounding Japanese concessions at Hankow as tensions rise.

Nanking Chiang Kai Cheh Hae Fung Cheh Yuan Hopei” Cherhar Council Tung Cheh Yuan Tientan Hong Kong Hankow

Chinese Attitude Hardenings Rise in North Front

A Japanese official notes a strong patriotic Chinese resistance mood. Tokyo press suggests China lessons will be imposed, while plans discuss Hopel Cha-bar reconstruction and possible Sino-Japanese war amid mobilization talks. General Inauye urges 3,000,000 reservists to prepare second line defense.

Tokyo Japan China Inauye

Fire Tragedy In Adelaide Reconstructed Scene

Police reconstruct a single room dwelling in Adelaide to solve a deadly fire. Martha Herraman, 54, died in the blaze at Kieneight in 77. The room was found with a charred body of a large dog placed where the woman was found. Door padlocked. first blaze burned out within an hour. roof mostly intact. furniture destroyed. dog only singed.

Adelaide Martha Matildraman Kieneight Igh Mra. Herraman Dom Stroyest

Violent Storms Roar Across England Leaving Damage

Reported heavy thunderstorms sweep England with flooding and damage. London sees fires and chimney collapses as storms lash towns including Dorchester and Dartmouth. Leicester ground pipe bursts flood a field. a 92 year old man injured by lightning. a plane crash in Somerset with two passengers and the pilot surviving. Weymouth children evacuated by boat as Brixton floods reach six feet in low areas.

New Turk Thureday Anderson Jardine Dorchester Dartmouth Firlato Lajcester County Cricket Ground Chaira London Tn Kannington Wirelem Ila Jeder Amen Bomerset Weymouth Pohool Boata Briato Aix

Darwin Strike Fierce Fighting Near Madrid

Fierce fighting reported near Madrid as government artillery hit targets including a magazine. details describe heavy bombardment and intense attacks amid ongoing siege. Strong entities include Madrid, government forces, and artillery actions with cited explosions and destruction.

Refusal by rail workers over leper van safety concerns

Across a series of reports a Commonwealth Railways crew refused to operate a leper removal van, citing sanitary conditions despite fumigation by Health Department. The dispute intertwines with broader postwar labor tension as governments and unions clash on port and Mediterranean route protections. Churchillian rhetoric and calls for action reflect mounting public pressure over democratic opposition and strategic empire communications.

Darwin, Frusy Commonwealth Railway Health Department

Coal strike unlikely after talks between owners and miners

Sydney reports little likelihood of an immediate coal strike as colliery owners from the south and north plan to meet Miners Federation representatives on July 37 to discuss workers demands for higher wages and better conditions.

Sydney Colllery Aouth North A Miners Federation

Footwear Strike Hits Sydney Factory After Dismissals

The Footwear factory of John Hunter and Lone Ltd in Sydney faced a walkout as 260 workers, including men and women, struck in sympathy after the dismissal of junior boot clerks. The Boot Employees Union says only a handful remain to finish urgent orders while the company declined to comment amid ongoing dispute talks.

Sydney Ning Boot Cllokers John Hunter and Lone Ltd Tern Eee Org Ton

Attempted arson case shocks New York family scene

A New York arrest report details alleged plot by Al Knight to set fire at his home to kill his three children for a 200000 dollar life insurance payout. Knight, 55, was held on bail after a prior arson charge and is linked to a warrant and ongoing investigations.

New York United Alpert Knight Wasithy Pefoleumn Oinyany Lindedowne Aula Knight

Psychic Vision Claims Beattie Woman In Danger

A Beattie woman named Mrs G Dennig claims her childhood neighbour Mrs Putnam and others live on South Bea Inland and may be rescued soon. The Beattie observer says the woman is known for a curse and foretells a Derby event while Mr Putnam continues vigil, asserting Amelia will emerge.

New York G. Dennig Putnam South Bea Amelia

Chinese Residents Disturbed by News of Sino‑Japanese War

Chinese residents in Sydney feel perturbed by reports from Peking and Tokyo signaling potential war between China and Japan. Local tensions rise as about 1200 Chinese residents are urged to leave, while 346 Japanese community members face uncertainty.

Tokyo Wer Bhapet Helpuow Blan Fu Te In Ip Offal Circlex Japan China Anthony Ken London Morning Post Britain Jumerica Sydney Peking Mleng

Legislative Assembly Debates Car Bill in September

The Melbourne Legislative Assembly plans to examine a private member bill to limit motor cars to a specific speed and miles per hour. An ambulance and a pulloe vehicle will be exempt from the proposed restrictions.

Melbourne Enuny Legislative Assembly Miles Mario Overaore Tranecnlasion 1

Mock Air Raid at Portsmouth Describes Practice Destruction

A fragmented report notes that mock air raid drills at Portsmouth prohibited certain activities and involved incomplete preparations. Several vital points in the Portsmouth area were reportedly destroyed during practice, highlighting hazards and potential gaps in emergency readiness.

Portsmouth

Commonwealth Loan Plan Totals Sixteen Million For 1937-38

States accept a £16 million Commonwealth loan for 1937-38 after opposition from all but South Australia. Of this, £13.5 million funds states work programmes and £2.511 million goes to farmers debt adjustment. A compromise diverts £879,000 to be duplicated for works before June 30. Loan programmes totaling £7.923 million are also approved for semi government ventures. Allocation disputes arise between Victoria and New South Wales with Premier Dunstan and Premier Evans. The acting chairman announces £18 million distributed among states on a yet to be finalized formula involving New South Wales Victoria Queensland and others.

South Australia Council Commonwealth Dunstan New South Wildes Atevans Menzies New South Wales Victoria

Carr yover Reduction Moves Limiting Flight Across States

A wartime style council session resolved to reduce carryover to ease a deadlock among Victorian Queensland and Tasmanian governments over a 900000 increase to an 16 pound limit. Proposals sponsored by Mr Dunston led to reallocating 4275,000 across states and approving a total loan pool of several million pounds for Victoria Queensland South Australia Western Australia Tasmania and New South Wales. The Premier of New South Wales backed a 25000 cut to its loan program and agreed to redress carry-over allocations, enabling an 18,000,000 program in total.

Victorian Queensland Tasmanien Commonwealth Dunston Next Fife Andhestead Omeca Victoria South Australia Western Australi Tasmania New South Wales Steven Takemania Dwyer Tray

Borrowings by Regions Clear Total Approved by Loan Council

The Loan Council approved regional borrowing allocations totaling several million pounds. New South Wales received 2,000,000 for Board operations and 470,000 for total projects, with Victori a receiving 1,000,000 for sales taxes and 400,000 for works, plus 200,000 for Melbourne Metropolitan. Queensland allotted 100,000 for Brisbane council, and Western Australia 850,000 for park handling.

New South Walea Victorie Ilbourne Nd Metropolitan of Works Melbourne Ounet Fire Brigades Board Queensland Oan Brisbane Couneil Western Autralia

The Next Loan Discussion at Hobart City Council

A preliminary Hobart meeting notes potential financing for a large loan of 49 million. The council plans to discuss rotation and conversion specifics, with October timing hinted. Officials foresee no major difficulty in securing the funds from state financing avenues.

Hobart Gouna Murka

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