Austrian Chancellor Shot Down in Nazi Coup Attempt
London report says Austrian Chancellor Dollfuss was assassinated during a Vienna coup attempt by Nazis. Martial law declared, Italy hinted at mobilization to defend Austrian independence, Mussolini pledging to act. Troop movements toward the Austro-Italian frontier described amid chaotic communications and unclear casualty details.
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Nazi nominee death crisis rocks Vienna cabinet scene
Reports from Vienna describe the Austrian minister in Rome Dr. Rintelen, backed by the Nazi platform, dying by his own hand amid a tense attempted bloodless coup. The cabinet met at 11.20 to manage the crisis as mutineers stormed streets, arrests followed, and calls for “you flight with me” echoed through the building.
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President Names New Chancellor Amid Coup Rumors
A chaotic attempted coup ousts several government leaders as rebels led by a sergeant in disguise seize key offices. The President names Dr. Betuachaigg as head of government, pledging action against the conspirators and calling for stability while authorities pursue those involved.
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Austrian Rebels Rise Against Oppressor in Austria
Reported uprising in Austria with rebels seeking freedom, Germany offering food and shelter to rebels while denying direct involvement. German ministers mediated briefly, with Vienna and Berlin at odds over handling. Berlin aims to stay apart, while authorities vow arrests for rebels involved.
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Nazi Refugees Reported Invasion Threat From Austria
A Munich dispatch indicates Austrian exiles in London anticipate a march into Austria with 3,000 troops ready. Reports say thousands of Austrians remain in exile, regiments marching toward Vienna, heavy fighting near Judenberg, and insurrection collapsing in Styria. Princes and leaders move between Venice and Vienna as reports of executions and troop movements surface.
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Arma
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The New Chancellor departs amid shifting leadership
The new Chancellor Starhamberg leaves office as questions of succession emerge. Officials confirm the transition while stakeholders await its impact on policy directions.
French anxiety and European tensions rise in press
The fragment cites growing French anxiety and European unease as Austria and Italy influence policy. It notes the Italian attitude as significant and mentions government figures like J. Farhday and a message of sympathy to Americans and Presasns, hinting at a broader wartime or diplomatic context.
Petrol price war shocks Sydney as rivals cut rates
Sydney announces a brewing petrol war with Atlantic Union and Texaco slashing prices. Atlantic Ethyl Spirit to 1/5 and Atlantic straight petrol to 1/4. Texaco Power Chief to 4/4 and 400 to 1/3. C.O.R. and Shell brands adjust, while some grades upcharge. Only two trade brands will be marketed once supplies run out.
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Vacuum Oil Co
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Eyes on Britain Italy Awaits London Attitude
Tremendous excitement here over the Austrian crisis. Signor Mussolini is believed to act quickly when Austria’s situation worsens. Italy pledges support to Austria if German pressure endangers Europe, while Britain considers a joint protest with France and Czechoslovakia. Italians fear war as Britain weighs neutral stance.
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Rome
Austria
Thea
Signor Muscotiat
Germany
Bigner Mussolini
Dr. Dollfise
Mussolini
Euro Ps
Italy
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Britain
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Abe
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Europe
Country Party splits widen as Riverina links with Victoria
Melbourne reports Riverina section of the Country Party plans to sever ties with the Federal party and affiliate with Victoria. Corangamite candidate W G Gideon may contest Renata while Dr Earle Page backs Senator D Elliott. Lords meeting at the MCC discussed leg before wicket and the no-disharmony line in cricket bowling rules.
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Victorias Country Party
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Australian Country Party
Federal Country Party
Country Party
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W. G. Gideon
Cassdate
Earle Page
D. Elliott
London
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Australian Board of Control
MCC
Measles and Ginson Overture Stirs Senate Clash in Country Party
Overtures by Mr Measles for Mr Ginson spark a Senate race split as an Afr Jinaon refuses nomination. Victorian Country Party declines recognition and federal support dwindles for Senator Elliott. Mr Gibeon may run UAP if government accepts the candidacy, risking repudiation of Elliott and fracturing party unity led by Dr Earle Pags.
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Play Larwood Jardine's Advice for England Test XI
Mr D R Jardine advocates a XI for the Firs Test including Larwood Voce Bowes Sutcliffe Walters Hammond Vorty Chell as 13th man. He says Australia faced loss due to all round superiority on Leeds and that England and Australia never had a chance on an easy wicket, insisting England alone on a bowler's pitch.
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Walters
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August 2 Probable Date of Rising Parliament Adjournment
ThePrimeMinister Lyons hopes the House sittings finish a day earlier enabling Parliament to adjourn on August 2 or 6 with a dissolution likely around August 6 or August 10. Writs for nominations may be issued August 23 as electoral offices adjust after rejecting redistribution plans for West Australia and Victoria.
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Calais
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Stop Press: Unclear report on doctor and death at Vienna
An incoherent OCR fragment describes a doctor, a secretary, and a sequence of events around a possible death by self harm. It references Vienna, a person named Dat, and a base narrative about hospital transfer and official reports. The text is highly garbled with many errors and unclear names.
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Handlehildren
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Vienna
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Fragmentary obituary note from a Chancellery record
The text appears to be a damaged OCR fragment about a death on duty at the Chancellery. It mentions a medical response and bandages, with garbled names and places. The readable bits hint at a future event and church bells, but no clear identities or dates emerge.
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Folica
Nokor
Taurn
Notts Captain Fit Again After Illness
A London report states Nottingham captain A. Bi Carrie Suvealy has recovered from illness and may lead the team later in the season. It remains unlikely he will captain Notts in the August 2 match against Australia. a specialist says his heart is now quite sound.
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A. Bi Carrie
Ping
Notts
Kin Heart
Durham Ham Match Kippax's Den's Century
In cloudy weather Australia vs Durban, Woodtith backs Wilson as wicket keeper after James injures hand. Kippax and Fansford fielded steadily while Ponsford reached 60 in 82 minutes. Kippax then scored a fine century in 135 minutes with four boundaries as Durham trailed by 343 at stumps.
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Dus ham struggles in opening day against Fleetwood-Smith
Report describes a nervous batting display as Dus ham failed to settle against Fleetwood-Smith who dominated the innings. Brown and Brom faltered early while Brassey and Zinutes built a late stand, Darling and Homey contributing as the day ended with a strong but contested Australian innings.
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Brom
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Homey
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