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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 29, 1937
Page
1
Japanese forces launched a three sided assault on Peiping amid a rain of shells and air raids. Foreign embassies urged refuge as Central Government leaders vow defense, while Tokyo signals warn of no peaceful settlement and punitive action against Chinese forces.
London Tuesday reports say Britain voices grave concern over clashes in China but officials deem the situation not yet critical. The government is urging a peaceful settlement and is wiring representations to Japan and China. Washington remains in contact with Tokyo and Nanking, while Britain maintains steady touch with allied governments.
In Washington, Ambassador Hull reiterated that the United States intends to prevent hostilities in North China. He said the government would avoid provoking the NinwPower while pursuing patience and diplomacy with China and Japan.
London reports to the House of Commons that Britain has prepared decenary plans for operations if needed. An expert committee approved all plans except one now being addressed. Churchill argued that, if peace lasts seven or eight years, the world may change the outlook on the threat.
Reports from Belgrade describe a tense city with thousands of leaflets circulating to defend the Orthodox Church against the pope. Patriarch Varnava is mourned as residents file by his bier. Discussion includes guns and defenses at Algeciras and Ceuta, with authorities presenting a cautious stance on Gibraltar threats.
Ambiguous report outlines an America friendly victory and British reactions to air raid immunity plans. It mentions Parker and Hart in singles and references Britain facing threats to shipping and Gibraltar amid the Somalia theater.
A new decree under Hitler seeks centralized control of crop distribution and bans the use of bread and grain for feeding poultry. The policy aims to redirect scarce staples to human needs, with officials enforcing the restriction across agricultural sectors.
Prime Minister Mr Lyons said Parliament House Canberra public meetings near the precinct are prohibited by ordinance approved by Cabinet. He noted the rule mirrors protections long applied near Parliament House Melbourne and aligns with Victoria’s unlawful assemblies act.
Canberra Trades and Labour Council met at Albert Hall to discuss protests against unlawful assemblies. The gathering focused on organizing demonstrations and messaging for impending civic action.
The Cabinet in Sydney this afternoon decided to invite Earl Baldwin and Lady Baldwin to Australia this year for anniversary celebrations. The move aims to have the former British Prime Minister and his wife visit New South Wales. The cabinet also extended the Grants Commission term by three months to continue until the inter session. It plans no appointments to the senate at this time and will reconvene at 11 am on Saturday.
Commissar announces strict rationing for inmates at Hotel Kurrajong with each inmate receiving 12 pieces of brand and four ounces of butter per day. Any attempt to game the system by mixed table orders will trigger enforcement under DF MT 78942.
Several hundred workers at Mortlake works of Qua Gtmpany Ltd in Sydney struck at 8 am over grievances. They later returned to work around 12 48 pm after manager assurances. The company warned gas supplies to the southern city could be restricted within 24 hours if issues were not settled.
Miners unyielding after rejecting log of claim demand restoration of 12 percent cut, five day week, six hour day. Central Executive plans New South Wales conference and Tuesday meetings to decide on a general stoppage, potentially spreading to other trades. Proponents argue wages have fallen 40 percent since 1926 while industry pressures keep basic pay higher for some.
A government message expresses regret at the death of Admiral Sir Francis Hyde. The condolence note honors his conspicuous service to the country and the Empire and notes expressions of sympathy from the people of the Commonwealth.
Workers at the Burwood coal mine near Newcastle end a stay-in strike after negotiations led by officials of the Miners Federation and meetings with management. About 1800 miners from nearby pits joined a march to the Burwood mine, with families gathered outside as police avoided clashes. A deputation was sent to the management, and a conference was planned to address grievances, with workers and their wives awaiting the outcome.
A court case involving a flying boat project creates a tangle of sites and actions. Lawyers for both sides present schedules and technical details while an expert witness outlines feasibility and safety concerns. The proceedings stress timing, costs, and regulatory approvals.
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