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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 28, 1937
Page
1
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Japan demands the withdrawal of the Chinese 34th Division and threatens retaliation. Peiping reports Japanese forces seizing rail hubs and guarding the city walls. China asserts no territorial designs while Tokyo states no interference with foreign interests. Reports describe massed Japanese forces around Peiping and a tense standoff as emergency measures and punitive actions loom amid Chinese resistance.
A Canberra Trades and Labour Council meeting denounces the Unlawful Assemblies Ordinance and calls for repeal. A public meeting at Albert Hall will invite church and public bodies with representatives to speak. Council plans to print a million copies of the ordinance to inform electors.
The Duchess of Kent and her party escaped injury after a collision between their car and another near Wrotham Kent. The Royal party, including children, were unharmed though shaken. the other occupants suffered minor injuries. The Duchess and Duke continued their journey toward Handwick and planned a continental trip for the week.
Madrid reports heavy casualties on both sides as General Franco’s forces press toward Madrid from Brunete. Loyalists retreat to fortified woodlands near Villa Neuve de la Canada while sustaining hospital overflows. Rebel and Loyalist lines trade infantry assaults as bombing runs try to disrupt Loyalist concentrations outside Madrid.
Fifteen Basque detainees from Brechas and five from Stoneham are set for repatriation after causing disturbances in the camps. They raided a visitor’s car, marched through the village singing, brandished forks and knives, and stoned a cottage where a man had warned a youth. The attack left the house uninhabitable. Jean de Luz notes Franco has barred entry of British mine workers to Bilbao.
The body of Pilot Officer Houston aged 33 of Hawthorn was found this afternoon afloat about five miles south of Point Cook. Italian fishermen from Sandringham spotted the body with a partly inflated rubber life belt, suggesting he may have survived the crash for a time before drowning. A nearby wreck identified as Cody was taken to the city barges for medical examination.
A timid note reports shareholders of Associated Newspapers Ltd authorising directors to examine a new printing and manufacturing venture in Tasmania. The item signals corporate actions and potential restructuring within a regional press group.
The match report notes America securing the third singles in straight sets as part of its Davis Cup campaign. Acknowledgment appears of funding contributions to the capital required, with mentions of Associated Newspapers Limited and other organizational figures.
The United States clinched the Davis Cup by sweeping the doubles on Monday and defeating Hare 6 2 6 4 6 2 in the third singles. Budge and Mako beat Wilde and co 6 5 12 10 in a tense match as America stretched its lead to two matches.
Rome dispatch indicates prevarication and the looming final attack on Madrid. Officials view Franco as Spain's only ruler and expect Madrid to fall soon, with France and Britain urged to recognize General Franco. Even skeptics foresee immediate Franco action and a guarded triumph.
At Burwood Colliery Newcastle 200 miners refuse shift demanding replacement of pit ponies. Women bringing food are kept from the mine as 25 police guard entrances. A conference with managers fails to allow direct contact with grafters. Coal Conference in Sydney to consider dispute. Power cuts threaten lights but miners plan to endure until tomorrow.
Federal circles report little chance of King Leopold of Belgium visiting New South Wales during the Centenary celebrations in Sydney. No definite date or royal itinerary is provided.
Reports in New York claim Britain would immediately pay 600 million dollars of war debts while suspending further payments for ten years. The plan allegedly proposes 1.5 percent interest on principal for a decade and would aim to adjust gold reserves, though all details are denied by the State Department.
In a projected plan, a route linking Russia and America over the North Pole could become practical within the next two years. Officials said ice reduces crossing danger and Soviet engineers may soon build a compact motor plane able to cover the distance.
The Minister for Customs Mr White received a letter from a Melbourne manufacturer claiming that thousands of worth gle frocks, made in Canada by New York, used to gain Ottawa Agreement benefits, are being sold in Australia at prices local manufacturers cannot compete. The manufacturer warned that without action he will close his factory and abandon local workers.
Prime Minister Lyons announced the Commonwealth Parliament would meet on August 24 after a Cabinet meeting. A banking bill will enact recommendations for a mortgage bank, and the Defence and Pacific competition issues were noted. Ministers discussed Bow and Bay sites and cost estimates for a flying base, with a full conference report to be tabled when Parliament reassembles next month.
The Leader of the Opposition Mr. Curtin stated Labour would not follow the ACTU decision on defence questions. He warned that entering a war is unwise and that Australia must develop its own resources to secure defence needs. He also commented on policy directions regarding Australia’s role in Europe and global balance.
London reports a new X-ray compress praised by the Secretary as a bold national health measure. Described as effective in about 80 percent of rheumatic cases, it reportedly costs about one pound per patient. The scheme promises savings to friendly societies and could benefit many individuals amid ongoing health reforms.
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