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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 23, 1937

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Chinese 37th division and Japanese push amid tensions in China

Amid growing tensions in China, reports claim the Japanese plan continued incursions near Peiping while Chinese forces, including the 37th division, withdraw toward the interior. Tokyo disputes Western interpretations as Nanking troops advance northward and Canton reports demand Western-backed terms before possible hostilities escalate.

Peiping Toitell Noumwhile Tokyo Nanking Tropa Hirai Maul Hirata Japan Canton China Linhwan Rwwatuw Brome Uae Chinewe Chuton Tota Awatow Fom

Government Setback In Commons Without A Division

London reports a government setback as Me Winchon Chivehill's amendment was adopted in the House of Commons without a division. The move elicits heavy dissent from ministers and signals potential trouble for the government's miliior policy. The Lambue with the pri frosty faces criticism and awaits further action from Bellisty Warhamett Wetore.

London Mhurslay Cifties Doxeeiba

Anglo Japanese Talks Suspended Amid China Tensions

In London the Foreign Secretary told the House of Commons that the Japanese ambassador had been informed of a pause in Anglo Japanese talks. The suspension comes amid the unsettled situation in New China and signals a shift in the ongoing discussions.

London Howe of

Crisis Over Palestine Decision Delayed In Commons

London reports a prolonged debate in the House of Commons over Palestine independence and partition. The government backs Churchill's amendment while denouncing immediate Jewish statehood. 103 British troops remain in Palestine as tension persists in the region.

London Palestine Juan House At Commons Moses Commission Towa Yaric Jewiah Nationel Nerae Palantine Amie Tor Armaby Garesah Argos Ninwular Arabia Jordan Iraq Labmar Rome Aimee Churchill Mace Whian Gears

Belgrade Riots Test Church Protest Against Government

Crowds gather outside Belgrade Cathedral shouting demands for the interior minister as police baton protesters, with about 100 arrests reported. Witness accounts clash over the violence while officials dispute the events and an anti Concordat sentiment grows among Serbian women. Photographs of police assaults circulate in Parliament amid ministerial resignations over government handling.

Belgrade Ghuren M. Antich Prince Paul Audi Nes vAnti¢h Vaticni

German Air Bases in Morocco Reported by Paris Paper

Paris newspaper Echo de Paris asserts Germany is preparing moves including a strike near Melilla Alhucemas La Roche Ini Fi Oro in Spanish Morocco and nearby Canary Islands amid tensions in North Africa and the Canaries.

Paris Echo de Pari Germany Melilla Alhucemas la Roche Ini Fi ‘Oro Spanish Morocco Canary Islands

Burmese report awaited on Smith disappearance in Burma

Australian officials say the fate of Sir Charles Kingsford Smith remains unresolved as Burma’s government has not replied. Ministers and Civil Aviation discuss next steps while awaiting authentic information before any search is organized.

Commonwealth Charles Kingaford Smiths Bunny Tithe Whll Tate Uy Hurmear Australia Bir Charles Kingaford Smith Oretaly Civil Aviation Department Dr. Page Tila Frost RAF Singapore

Plane Overdue Two RAAF Pilots Missing

A dark object sighting at sea bed is reported amid an overdue plane incident. Two Royal Australian Air Force pilots are missing. The search focuses on the area where the aircraft disappeared.

Australia Plane Search Fails To Locate Missing Pilots

Two pilots from Point Cook Victoria Abandoned training flight over Port Phillip Bay and went missing near Rye after reporting low petrol. Search efforts began at once with ships and aircraft scouring seas north east of Point Cook. A dark object sighting suggested possible wreckage but no confirmation by sunset. Salvage craft to search at daylight.

Melbourne Rla.a.k Point Cook F. Wydeck Claremont W.A Pices CA. Houaton Hawthorn Victoria Port Phillip Bay Rye Heals Wircruft Usatfie Teint

Fortifications reported around Gibraltar by Spanish loyalist

A Spanish loyalist reports German topographical experts are fortifying areas adjacent to Gibraltar. He cites two 14 inch and two 6 inch batteries at Getaren Bay near Europa Point, a 16 inch battery half a mile away, and three more 16 inch batteries with mountains housing anti aircraft guns and powerful searchlights. He claims lines extend toward Sierra Daxboners, the high point overlooking the strait.

Gibraltar Spaniah, Loyalet Spaniah Tert Try Algeoiran Tairfe Getaren Bay Europa Point Isy Sierra Daxboners

Modern Defences at Gibraltar and London

Parliamentary Secretary Sir Victor Warrender replied to Mr Wood Benn that modernising Gibraltar defences had been proceeding since 39884 but the cost improvements could not be disclosed.

London Admiralty Sir Victor Warrender

Captain's Flat Town Planners Meet Rail Service Plan

Captain's Flat planners meet in Sydney to discuss establishing ravennal services at the Flu Two local members of Yarrawlum Shire Council Evans Shire engineer and T J Kelly travel for the review. On August 8 and 9 the Town Planning Committee will visit Captain's Flat to examine the area further as Lud, managing director of LMG, arrives to take control for about two years. Expected State Parliament to pass Bungendore captain's Flat Railway Enabling Bill early in the season with road and railway works starting in September.

Lake George Niaw Comeaitten Sydney T. Masaru T. J. Kelly Yarrawlumls Evans Bydney Town Planning Committee Baker LMG Deter Ane Lud Ti Bv Fiat Railway Parelgament Eustway

Rose Bay Residents Vote for Air Terminal Project

A crowded Rose Bay meeting discussed plans for an air terminal, with supporters praising the site and potential benefits. Opponents from the Acta Club questioned feasibility and impact, led by Crprultt Karatteey Hughes.

Bounil Acta Club Crprultt Karatteey Hughes

Premier Reticent Report to State Cabinet Involves Vealy Mail Plan

Special report to the state cabinet outlines a proposed vealy mail bane. Mr Stevens declined tonight but the word Canterbury would be the minister salved for next Tuesday’s consideration.

Rydney Btale

Wimmera Seat Endorsement Fight in Melbourne

In Melbourne today supporters of the party urged Mr Burn to submit for endorsement for the Wimmera seat. They claimed Mr Buss faces pre selection hurdles and risk of defeat. Members of the organization promised to pressure inviting figures to back the sitting member.

Melbourne Burn Birt Himsell Wimmera McCrell Auatration Country Party Buss

Amy Mollison Retires From Long Flights

A summary from Hamilton reports Amy Mollison announces retirement after long distance flights. The notice notes her recognition of past victories and hints at future plans while confirming her exit from competitive aviation.

Amy Mollison

Putnam Search Impacts Roosevelt Remarks On Earhart

The New York Tribune reports President Roosevelt denied ending the costly Earhart search led by Mrs Putnam. The four million dollar effort is praised as valuable training and compared to Lindbergh by Ripgaford Smith, suggesting Mrs Putnam’s character will leave a lasting impression.

Washington Weinenang Roosevelt Earhart Putnam New York Tribune Putnam Ripgaford Smith Uke Lindbergh

Ousted senator and betting turn in Australian politics

Fragmentary report notes a Senate ousting amid betting figures and bookmaker activity. Mentions Benator Barkin, Rognevelt supporters, and a calculated volume of betting around £7,000,000, with voting close at 38 to 37 and other figures cited in a chaotic summary.

Auelaide Thureday Washington Laseey Ie Botting Conero Bourdahoe Borking Anaw Robinson Ax Tomaveltie Fouth Australia Alnve Bookmakers Een Flatrinon Gators Benator Barkin Legel Rognevelt Ax Barkley Aoid Yiar Mininoy al Oak Ata

Opening of Port Augusta Red Hill railway

Prime Minister Lyons will visit Port Augusta and Red Hill tomorrow to mark the opening of the Port Augusta Red Hill railway. He then proceeds to Adelaide by a special train over the new line.

Adelaide Mr. Lyons Port Augusta Red Hill

Rose Bay Defence Committee Rally Over Flying Boat Ban

The Rose Bay defence group objects to a flying boat ban and plans a rally at Rose Bay followed by a march through the city to the Town Hall if the Government advances the plan. The event signals local protest against aerial transport measures.

Sydney Truraca Rose Bay

Inquiry into Trinidad Riots Commission Report

London dispatch notes a commission appointed to inquire into and report on disturbances in Trinidad. Details on remit and findings are sparse in the fragment.

Trinidad London Wellnesdiny

Unlawful Assemblies Ordinance in Canberra Represses Meetings

The Commonwealth Government issued an Extraordinary Ordinance barring public meetings of more than 20 in the Government area around Parliament House. Police may arrest without warrant. penalties include £100 per person or six months in prison. The measure targets public grievances and discussion of public affairs with limited exceptions.

Commonwealth Offices Parliament House Commonwealth Common Wealth Midas Houe Tony Comjton Federal Capital Territory Police Force Senate House of Representatives Petson Wna Mppesra

Royal tour still indefinite stalled by royal busy schedule

London reports on Thursday that high authority via the Australian press says the Majesties have been too busy to decide on a possible tour of the Dominions. The plan remains in doubt with no definite schedule set.

London Japan Fapan Chin Ahareoul Shima Tewerking Hyltain Tokyo Dominions

Aborigine Murder Trial in Laverton Court

Peter Porpy, an elderly Aboriginal man, appeared in Laverton court on October 10 facing a murder charge. He allegedly struck Jacky Dagisjarra with a stick, was found guilty of murder, and sentenced to 12 months imprisonment.

Perth Thuratay Peter Porpy Court of Native ‘Affaire Laverton Jacky’ Dagisjarra Porpy I Tt Wan

Illegal Betting in Sydney Raises Large Fines

During the six months ended, there have been over 1800 convictions for illegal betting in the metropolitan and Newcastle districts. Fines totaling £14,497 were imposed.

Sydney Thureda Metropolitan Newcante

Bennett Says Europe Safe From War Threats

Montreal reports former Canadian Prime Minister Mr. Bennett returning from the Coronation stating there is no danger of a European war. He asserts confidence in stability after his travels and notes no imminent conflict looming over the continent.

MR. Bennett Europe Montreal Canada Dan

Case Dismissed as Argus Conjuror Testimony Ends Trial

Nathaniel Tobland known as Argus displayed fake powers in court defending a case of deceiving Constable Byrtle Rosted. Judge Balmain dismissed the information under section cited, saying the defendant had been punished by loss of time and cost of defense. Argus performed, asked about a police thought experiment, and claimed details of a threepence piece and a New Zealand money order, revealing 21 years in business as a self described fortune teller who charged audiences for entertainment.

Argus Oh Church New Zealand Wee

Postal Employee Heavy Se to Meee tel

Melbourne bankruptcy court heard a postal employee confess to borrowing nearly £200 from a money lender in 1828 and 1028. The witness claimed funds were diverted from wages, with the salary recorded as 21/8/79 and 25 credits for garnishments. The statement listed eleven money lenders and related wage garnishments.

Melbourne Charice Peter Wn Brown Garplabea Eines Aa

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