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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 01, 1936
Page
1
A terse dispatch outlines Japanese wartime policy shifts and allied responses. It notes heightened tensions, potential economic controls, and strategic moves affecting trade and security in the Pacific region. Officials caution restraint while signaling readiness for further steps if provoked.
A clipped overseas dispatch notes talks on purchasing goods to South Africa and indicated government involvement. It mentions cooperation with Australia and Indo-Japanese relations, highlighting rising bids and a major inductor in the Australian wool industry with experts forecasting large contracts and new price levels.
Quist staged a sharp performance to lift Australia in Davis Cup play against the United States. He defeated Allison in four sets, while Crawford stumbled under pressure losing to Gulst and to Budge in a long decisive set. The match highlighted tension in the Australia US Davis Cup tie and drew attention to trade and international issues mentioned in dispatches from Tokyo and Kobe.
London report notes Dr Marie Page Wer Antalion not seriously harmed after a mixed tennis match against Allison and Quist. Quist dominates early sets but faces close calls and foot faults as the American fights back, with tense exchanges and disputed calls shaping the pivotal moments of the match.
Argentina requested an extraordinary League Assembly session in June citing procedural delays. The report also details a tennis match where Crawford defeated Budge 6-1 6-4 6-? in a hard fought set, with Crawford prevailing to claim the meet.
In Jerusalem amid ongoing Arab attacks and police reports, British officials urge Arab mayors to pacify the streets as disturbances, ambushes, and property damage persist. A bomb harms a district commissioner’s office while troops disperse crowds and agitate rumblings continue across Palestine. The Dominions Secretary MacDonald notes brief improvement in the overall situation in Commons. Dependency on repressive measures grows as agitators are hunted and sent to Jerusalem.
A thick fog delayed the Queen Mary as it attempted an Atlantic record run. At 4:15 p.m. the ship slowed, while the commander claimed the voyage remained on plan and not aimed at spectacular speed. A Times representative noted the liner averaging 54.64 knots on the dash for the Blue Ribbon.
Premier W Aberhart of Alberta says officials may pursue court action to block interest reductions by Order in Council. He warns that if challenged in court, Alberta will proceed to proclaim the retrenchment and assert the government’s authority.
The government plans a large factory program with Austin Rootes Daimler Singer Rover and Wolseley to produce all metal bombers at 200 mph. Production aims for 5000 workers and a million pounds expenditure with air frames and engines under Air Ministry contracts.
Fragmentary OCR text reports a shootout involving a Duncombe figure, with witnesses claiming threats to shoot. The garbled lines reference a revolver, police involvement, a murder charge, and a morning arrest, though key details are unclear.
The body of Alexander Collins age 53, Assistant-Director of the State Lottery, was recovered from the harbour after several days in the water. Identified by his brother, a revolver with four empty cartridges was found in his clothing. A post mortem showed a single bullet wound in the head and police presume he fired the shot and placed the pistol in his pocket before death.
Queanbeyan retained the Massy Cup beating Canberra 10 to 7 before a large Queanbeyan Showground crowd. Norton starred at full back, while several dubious referee decisions shaped the match. Canberra showed flashes but Queanbeyan’s defense and kicking presses kept them ahead.
A Malte espionage story centers on an Italian consul said to play an active role. Prosecutors allege the suspect coordinated intelligence activity and discussed confidential matters with local associates. No verdict reached as defense calls for further evidence.
The Tokio scene shows persistent rumours of a German Japanese understanding with no direct evidence. Observers doubt a full military pact but note possible exchanges and diplomacy. Analysts cite strategic gains for Japan and potential German leverage if Europe erupts, with attention to Outer Mongolia and rising interest in Indochina and Java.
A garbled report claims Belgium plans a total import ban amid tensions with Australia. It references government actions, renunciation of sponsors, and duties on certain goods. The text is unclear but suggests drastic restrictions tied to naval and trade policy.
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