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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 01, 1939

Page

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Spooner Cabinet Clash Dominates State Politics

Sydney reports indicate Minister for Worley and Government may resign after a cabinet meeting next week. debate centers on prosecutions under the Amann Act against Collett Manufacturers and the scope of local government relief works while plans for a new parks and finance policy loom.

Sydney Worley Cablily Collett Viva Spooner Meritim Uberal Iim Bpooner Gre Kamuraneen

Czech Gold Transfer Question Denied by NK President

The NK president denies political pressure over the transfer of Czech gold to the Bank for International Settlements. He says the move was a technical matter, not a government or central bank interference, and notes that the BIS was allowed to use the gold deposited in the settlement.

Basle Br. Geyan Theelon Bank of Landon

Canadian House debates aliens naturalization and propaganda

In Ottawa the House of Commons discussed naturalization of aliens and the suppression of propaganda. The debate touched on democratic necessity, interference with citizen affairs, and worries over extremist organizations.

Framing New Legislation on Money Lending

The article reports a government move to frame new money lending laws. Statements from Minister for Suatlee and Mr Harris discuss tightening controls and possible fees under proposed legislation. The discussion mentions a potential fee of £2 for a moneylender and outlines enforcement mechanisms.

Ayoney Suatlee Mtr Uy 8 Harris Men Sium Hughs

Russia to join mutual aid pact with Britain and France

Paris dispatch reports Russian Ambassador Lauritz said in Paris that Russia agreed to join Britain and France in a mutual aid pact. It would trigger automatic involvement if any of the three are attacked and commit aid to Poland and Romania. Baltic region security would also be discussed if Baltic countries are attacked.

London Paris M. Lauritz M. Bonnet Cording Daily Maily Russia Britain France Poland Rumania Goed Other Baltic

Fortress of Peace: Franco Voices Spain as Fortress of Peace

General Franco addresses 11 001 Falangist women in Burgos. He calls for Spain to be a fortress of peace not a plunge into enemy adventures. He says families are the strongest guarantee of peace and women must organize homes to build a new Spain.

Burgos Franco Spain

Plane Missing on Solo Flight Reported in London

An aircraft vanished during a solo flight near London with reports that it was sighted three times yesterday but no recovery or contact has been confirmed. Authorities pursue leads while weather and navigation conditions are reviewed for the safety of the flyer.

London Ayer Amith Jasan

Value Claimed Experiences in Spanish War

Rome reports the Under-Secretary for Aly General Valle addressing the Senate on lessons from two bombing waves. He notes Barcelona Valencia and Madrid spared by Franco, others reduced to ruins where defenses fail. Air actions against ships also effective with 142 casualties or damage in the Eastern harbor due to a fire set to Valencia petrol dumps.

Rome Aly General Valle Senate Barcelona Valencia Madrid Franco Eastern

Supply Bill Clash Over Amendments in House

In a House committee debate on the Supply Development Bill a clash erupted between Minister for Supply Casey and Opposition Deputy Leader Forde over amendments. Casey defended the government's form, while Forde accused it of trickery to avoid defeat. Leave to alter the amendment was granted on voices, enabling Forde to press his changes on rail and road construction functions with state cooperation.

Casey Forde House of Representatives Winbes Mr. Forde Department of Supply Angioun Japan America Amour Lab Australia Bir Earle Me. Casey Extubiah Steels Flton Poe Sy Pune Asling Earle Page Nate cem+ mittes Nall Forda

Withdrawal of Pottah omtelale linked to Kalthom incident

Danzig correspondent for The Times reports the withdrawal of Potta h omtelale from involvement in the Kalthom incident last week, details unclear due to fragmented OCR text.

Warsaw Wednasaay Pottah Omtelale Kalthom Danzig the Times

Meeting Crisis as Australia Faces International Affairs Debate

Senator Limatrong of Labor questioned the government's ability to meet BNIS demands in a Senate session yesterday. The debate focused on the recent government statement on international affairs and its implications for national policy.

Australia Bnis Limatrong Lab. N.8.w Senate

SINO-JAP WAR REPORTS AND BORDER CLASHES

International reports describe Sino Japanese exchanges including mortars and bombs with casualties. Tokyo notes Soviet gunboats damaged two Manchukuo vessels on the Usuri River amid border clashes. Japan protests alleged Chinese flag misuse to Britain France and the United States.

Tokyo Usauri River

Settlement negotiates end of metal trades strike at conference

The metal trades dispute centers on a compulsory conference tomorrow with a likely resumption of work at 10 shops. The Metal Trades Council will hear delegates report, then decide future actions. A ministerial move to intervene was discussed in parliament, with hopes of convening talks if employers and employees fail to agree.

Metsl Trades Council Marrow Defence Sydney Bensey Lab House of Representives Metal Trades Employers’ Association Cockatoo

South Africa Ministerial Split Shocks United Party Leaders

Capetown reports a ministerial faction within the United Party resigning from the caucus after an amendment move. The dissidents charged Premier dictates policy and protested actions seen as eroding democracy and freedom of thought, while denying hostile government aims.

Capetown Moanra Hoffmeir Brackwell United Party Becaine

Conscription Arrangements Push Ahead for Next Saturday

London reports push to register men under the new act passed last Friday. Militiamen are to receive their calling-up notices on July 1 during the next fortnight. The force will be divided into squads to ensure orderly processing and early access to wages for the more skilled workers.

London Stein

Britain Strong London Dinner Speech Signals Wartime Resolve

Lord Numath, guest at the New Zealand Society luncheon in London, asserted that Britain seeks peace but remains prepared to defend itself. He stated that Britain is ready to act if necessary, emphasizing resolve amid global tensions.

London Westnesany Lord Numath New Zealand

Italian finances reveal big deficit in Rome report

London dispatch cites Italian Finance Minister Bignor A Reval admitting a probable deficit of 70 million pounds for the current year, far above the 32 million pound estimate. He attributes the shortfall to Libya expansion and related expenditures.

London Tallon Bignor A Reval Rome the Times Libya

Australia’s pensions bill in House debate

The minister told the House of Representatives that £225,000,000 had been spent on old age and invalid pensions to date.

House of Representatives

Coal miners oppose pensions bill over age and discrimination

In a parliamentary exchange, ministers signaled opposition to a proposal to introduce a pension scheme for coal miners over 60, arguing it would discriminate and raise constitutional questions. The minister noted no constitutional barrier per legal advice, while the opposition raised concerns about feasibility and fairness.

British Trade Commissioner Dalton Reports on Australia Economy

The report by Mr R W Dalton British Trade Commissioner to Australia highlights economic issues in the Commonwealth. It notes reduced export earnings and the potential to develop secondary industries to help meet part of import demand amid declining exports and rising costs.

London R. W. Dalton Australia Commonwealth Delton

War atmosphere critique cited in parliamentary debate

The report notes Mr. Menalen's controversial stance on alleged war atmosphere. Senator McLeay, speaking for the Government, said certain powers had disrupted the standard method of discussion and customs, setting aside normal procedures.

Menalen McLeay

King George Addresses Royal Tour in Vancouver

The King spoke at a luncheon in Vancouver during a royal tour in Canada. He emphasized cooperation as essential to world prosperity and noted that people will someday come to prosperity through unity, in remarks broadcast and promoted by the British Columbia government.

Vancouver B.C Canada International Altunion Government of British Columbia

Duke of Kent Melbourne Wynn the Duke and Oudhens

Melbourne report describes Wynn the Duke and Oudhens in a short, fragmentary item. Authorities or context are unclear, but the note hints at a social or ceremonial scene involving titled figures. Further readable details are needed for a fuller card.

Fae Premier Welcomes Hing On Ocean Flight

King and Queen praise Canada for steadfast support as Captain Louis Yancy and crew recount a long sea voyage aboard the See's Sea bometdel tian Ocean. Archbold, wealthy owner of the Guba, admits no need to work, while dignitaries and crowds express goodwill during the royal journey.

Sydney Louis Yancy See Canada Ald

District Restrictions to Run With Majesty and Pros

Fragmentary note describes restrictions linked to a royal or official operation near Surrinjuck dam. Mentions winds, cheering, and forest restrictions. Text is garbled and references to Mexico and Australia-like place names appear but details are unreadable.

French Socialists Leadership Crisis Amid Party Turmoil

Fragmentary OCR hints at a French socialist faction led by M Blum grappling with leadership disputes after a party meeting. Text mentions Dalaaier and Ehrmatened phrases suggesting internal therapy or strategy shifts, with unclear outcomes or dates.

Dalaaier

British Labour Front Plea Letter Against Government

A letter signed by Bir Statford Srippe and others urges the party to oppose the National Government and resist cooperation with it. The document emphasizes standing with the conference decision on the Front and aligning with the Popular Front policy discussed on Thursday.

Bir Statford Srippe G. FR. Stratton A. Bevan Youngen Robert Bush Great Britain Conreenes Wil ‘Uas Popular Front

Armaments Race Report To Influence Revenue Standards

A report by American Br J. C. Winant, newly appointed director of the International Office, says armament effects will shape revenue standards. The study, to be presented in Geneva next week, argues diversion of a portion of total income to wartime production services may alter financial benchmarks.

London Wednemtny Br. J Winant Amy Wbtio Srmamente

Rubber strike terminated

A rubber strike ended after negotiations concluded between workers and employers. Officials reported no further disruptions and praised the peaceful resolution guiding operations back to normal at facilities involved.

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