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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 23, 1936

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Federal Powers Challenge Feared in Broadcasting and Aviation

Fragmented text reports a government move to review constitutional powers over broadcasting and aviation. It notes Privy Council debate on the Defect Bruits Act loophole and potential Commonwealth authority challenges. Mentiones upcoming Premiers' Conference and possible High Court reference if referendum not used.

Privy Council Chisen Commonwealth House of Representatives Commonwealth Control Gonell Whreels Broadcasting Angapalc Tks Weatern Maryelia Tata

Marketing Consultation With States First AWAITS RETURN

Federal Cabinet faces a delay as Mr Menzies and the Privy Council stir debate on consultation with states. Federal Attorney General Mansion is due in Australia in August amid uncertainty over decisions at upcoming cabinet meetings.

Melbourne Corneil Geekaan Tate Conerenc Mansion Australis

Reward Offered In Fatal Motor Accident Case

A £100 reward was announced tonight for information leading to the apprehension and conviction of the driver involved in a fatal motor accident that killed 14 year old Rohart Watson on the evening of July. Police report the car’s driver sustained internal injuries and was taken to hospital.

Atdwmy Rainbor Rohart Watson Tone Ot Yue Sean Bywan

Forged Notes Passed Spain Doubtful Morocco Rebellion

Spain asks France to assist in suppressing Morocco revolt as Spanish officials air at Le Bourget. Madrid reports 50 killed and 3000 wounded in Barcelona. 1100 officers arrested. Rebels gain ground toward Madrid as gov’t troops and naval losses are claimed by rival sources. Refugees crowd Gibraltar amid tense fighting and shifting advance toward Bilbas and Segovia.

Paris Spain France Morocco le Bourget Veleria de la Quintana Spanish Civil Air Force Juan Avola News Chronicle Madrid Barcelona San Jorge Mundo Obrero Montana

Rebels in Command of Large Area

Amid quiet streets at Faust, Attec claims advance toward a decisive victory. Loyalist forces threaten Madrid as rebels reportedly capitulate in Valle Dolid and Seville. Militia patrols form in Faijrid. casualties reported. Government moves to Madrid Surgee Road. air force eyed for targets in Toledo and Soria. Naval actions include Cervantes and Libertad entering La Lines bay. Allied and neutral ships mobilized. international warnings issued. ongoing battlefront shifts noted near Barcelona and Gibraltar.

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Admiral orders Indon dispatch to Palma under rear admiral

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Davis Cup Cramm Falls Short Against Crawford in London

Australia stunned Germany 4-1 to reach the challenge round against Britain after winning both singles. McGrath defeated Hankel and Crawford beat Banker as Von Cramm withdrew from play. Denker appeared as a late substitute in Crawford’s match. Commentary praised McGrath’s performance and Australia’s chances in the upcoming ties.

London Australia Germany Brietain Australis Mateh Teasey Beoree McGrath Baat Hankel Crawford Baat Banker von Cramm Crawford Denker Sprovie Waldt Mel Grath Peter Wallace Myer Daily Telegraph Phiyer Addad Henkel McGrath Cierly Lipyennia Ines Perenat Vriumph McGreth Wallace Myers Wayn Kingland Underwady Times Australa TV

Draw for Challenge Round in Davis Cup Held in London

The draw for the Davis Cup challenge round will not be made before noon Thursday and may be relayed until noon Friday. The delay aims to gauge Quiat's recovery and determine the extent of readiness for the match.

London Tuseday Aasirsila Quiat

Mishap Delays Melbourne Trawler Works Closure

In Melbourne a dispute between the Master Builders Association and the Carpenters and Joiners Union led to the closure of trawler building works after a stop work meeting. The Mary Cam crew faced a delay as work halted, with a fireman noting resumption unlikely before Monday and a warning that a blowout could have been fatal if the timing had shifted.

Melbourne Master Builders' Association Carpenters and Joiners’ Union Tovy Sydney Wednessay Mary Cam Conwan Oene - Works A. Cunningham Anak

Lang Defeat Forces Meeting On Labour Daily Proposal

In Sydney on a stormy day Labour members from New South Wales signaled opposition to a proposed new Labour Sunday newspaper. A special meeting of shareholders was urged, divisions surfaced, and an amendment to inform Mr Lang was carried amid tense exchanges. The Labor Daily holders meeting may be set for August 17 after delays.

Sydney Labour New South Wales Lang Wee Eengernad Labour Sunday Newspupar Lang Sinners' Federation Ey Campaign Squiliet Diecurgion Barrier Labor Daily Led Davidson Cobar ALP Opponithom Ctr. 1 Waa Unk Dlecussion Miners” Federal Mee Waterside Workers’ Federation

Carpenters Union Meeting Then Works Closed Amid Wages Claim

A Carpenters Union meeting at Trades Hall ended with workers returning to sites to find closures. The dispute centers on a £40 per week wage claim. Over 12,000 building trade workers are affected as the Bricklayers Union plans a rampage war meeting on Monday next.

Carpenters’ Union the Bricklayers’ Union

British Party Escapes PATE Rubeled In London Event

A fragmented report from London describes a political party scene interrupted by a sudden incident. Details are unclear but indicate a disruption affecting attendees and officials. The piece reflects a tense atmosphere around a public gathering and its aftermath.

Australian Sheep for Japan Shipment Plans Continue

A fragmented dispatch notes Australia proposing to sell 860 Curriedals sheep to Japan. The vague report hints at ongoing purchase plans and distribution across Hokkaido with no clear dates or confirmations.

Communista Tokyo Socenet Hokkaido

Attitude Clash Over Premature UAP Report Publication

Government critics underline disturbance over early publication of a closer settlement report in the Sydney Press. Acting Premier Bruxner condemns UAP recommendations while noting financing issues for propomala and urging methods to aid settlers. Justice Minister Martin dissociates from last night’s meeting, claiming no knowledge of country members’ attendance.

Sydney Mr. Bruxper U.A.P Onde Much Mataa i Brunner Ite Miniter For Justice Martin WAP U.A.P. T

Richer Prize for Stawell Gift

Melbourne reports Beawall Athletic Club plans to raise prize money for the next Gift meeting to boost prestige. The club aims to celebrate its diamond jubilee and provide 1500 in spring money for the event amid wartime inflation.

Melbourne Beawail Athletic Club Cichent Athletic Avant

Abyssinia Clash Shrugs Through Addis Ababa

Cairo dispatches relay severe fighting in Addis Ababa with heavy losses on both sides. Italian garrisons at Harrar and Jijiga are largely confined to towns while Abyssinia expands across the border. Egyptian consulate notes large Abyssinian forces advancing on Addis Ababa and ongoing clashes with substantial casualties.

Cairo Addis Ababa Harrara Jijiga Ae Ababa Addis Absba Ras Begum

War Menace: World No Safer for Democracy

Sydney report on wartime threats to democracy before Geneva talks. Mr Watt warns danger from alliances and armament, urges bold disarmament, tariff reductions, and new peace terms for enduring stability. He questions whether nations will pay the price for peace if progress fails.

Sydney Twa Py Geneve Union Commonwealth League Pesca Watt Burrander Rednon Buc

Country Party Urges Immediate Closer Settlement Measures

A Melbourne meeting of the Country Party, with State Parliament members, urged definite action on immediate land settlement. Speakers pressed for closer settlement, proposed listing properties unsuitable for subdivision, and discussed government restraint on publicity while awaiting fuller investigations into forest land and closer sett lement viability. The group sought rapid finance to back closer settlement programs and planned ministerial visits to assess land available for closer settlement.

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Fatal rifle incident shocks Kamyaroo Valley community

A laborer named Alfred Sheet Crown, 33, was killed after a firearm incident at a workers camp in Kamyaroo Valley. Authorities report an employee, Ryoney, aged about 10, involved in repairs and the shooting of a rabbi. The suspect was later found with a ballot in Bla.

Ryoney Tsi Yoni Mae Alfred Sheet Crown Kamyaroo Valley

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