Wilmot by election swings Labour to victory by 0 votes
In Wilmot, Labour candidate L. G. Spurr defeated J. A. Guy by 0 votes after unexpected cross voting. Final tally shows Spurr winning and Labour regaining the seat once held by the UAP. Prime Minister Menzies cautioned that the margin remains narrow and could shift in future contests.
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Deloraine
Labour
Wilmet
L. G. Spurr
Lab
J. A. Guy
U.ap
Wilmot
Lyons
U.A.P
Passports Amended Law Gazetteed for Aliens
Certificates of identity will be obtainable in Australia for aliens with no Consular representation when traveling. The certificates will honor Australian money. Provisions for these passports are proclaimed in the Commonwealth Gazette. One object of the Passports Act is to remove the need for compulsory passport possession abroad. Officials note that although legal compulsion is removed, Australians must still obtain passports before leaving Australia for fortification purposes.
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Australia
Commonwealth Gasette Yeatenlay
Parsports Acta
Department of the Interiors
Glebe Council Inquiry Commences Over Allegations
An inquiry by the Inspector of the Local Government Department into allegations against Glebe Aldermen and other persons will precede any action. The works minister Mr Spooner said the process could take several months before any action is taken against individuals.
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Sydney
Spooner
Gas Explosion At School Injures Dozens In Dabfton Ohio
A gas blast at a Dabfton school injured at least 49 children with many trapped as walls collapsed. Authorities note the building did not catch fire, helping some pupils escape. Rescue teams search the rubble for additional victims as officials assess the cause.
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Dabfrton
Ohio
Walla
Fighty
Molotov Rejects Anglo French Pact Details in Moscow Speech
Soviet Premier Molotov in a crowded chamber declares absolute equality with England and France and rejects the latest Anglo French proposals while leaving a door open for continued talks. Stalin and Litvinoff applaud as Molotov insists on reciprocal terms and criticizes appeasement while signaling possible resumption of trade talks with Germany. The London report notes three defining Soviet demands for a defensive pact and Baltic aid, with France cautious on form and timing.
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Mr. Molotov
Stalin
Litvinoff
London
Soviet Union
Faris
United Press
Russia
France
Baltic States
Tho
Poland Desires Friendship With Danzig
Warsaw reports the Polish Note to the Danzig Senate offers to negotiate for improved relations. It stresses Danzig authorities must take full responsibility for the Kalthof incident and denies Polish officials violated regulations. The note adds the Polish Commissioner will negotiate if the Senate eases tensions.
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Warsaw
Danzig
Kalthof
Molotov Speech Divides Nazi and British Views on Allies
Berlin reaction splits along lines with Nazis viewing Molotov's address as aiding Germany and Italy while conservatives doubt the move signals any real shift. Editorials note Moscow's stance reflects commitment to an anti aggression front, yet warn against premature conclusions and caution over guaranteeing neutrality for Baltic states. News reports quote British officials denying an official endorsement of a wireless message about Western negotiations.
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Mr. Molotov
Britain
France
Germany
Italy
Wilhelm Strosse
England
Daily ToeRte Prem Co
Daily Mall
Daily Telegraph
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Lesat
Russia
Rantees
Telph Adda
Japanese Arrest Possible Attache in Kalgan Church
Report from Hong Kong and Kalgan state a foreigner in shabby dress was arrested by Japanese in a Christian church at Kalgan. Officials say he claims to be a military attache of the British Embassy in China, possibly Lieut Colonel C R Spear, who is reported missing. Authorities say he is detained for investigation. Japanese also claim capture of the Talegon on the west bank of the Han. General Anzawa cites rational economic aims for southern ambitions.
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Hong Kong
Kalgan
South China
C. R. Spear
China
Kong
Spears
Paiping
Hitler pact with Yugoslavia eyed for Axis move
Berlin reports Hitler plans a personal pact with Yugoslavia and a state visit set for tomorrow. Political circles warn the move aims to pull Yugoslavia closer to the Axis by steering conditions in that direction.
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Berlin
Hitler
Yugoslavia
Premier to unveil financial and works policy after cabinet
STATE CABINET SYDNEY says a pivotal statement on the governments financial and works policy is due after a cabinet meeting on Monday. The plan is expected to dispel any need for Mr Spooner to resign from the cabinet over his threatened departure.
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Sydney
Stevens
Mr. Spooner
Quebec Court blocks Communism Act for now
Montreal report says Quebec's Act against Communism, aimed at restricting dissemination of Communist literature and meetings, was halted by the Superior Court. The court ruled the measure intends to prevent activity, not punish opinions, leaving a Communist still free to express his views.
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Montreal
Quebec
E Superior
McKay and Talbot Given Prison Terms in Wellington Case
Gordon Robert McKay 43 received four years in prison for multiple charges including interfering with human remains. James Arthur Talbot got two years. Judge Fair imposed cumulative sentences with McKay receiving three years for crime and one year for interfering with human remains, Talbot 18 months and six months respectively.
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Wellington
N.Z
Gordon Robert McKay
James Arthur Talbot
Judge
Anglo French Britain agree Russia may probe Japan
General F to the Anglo-French Britain signaled approval for Russia to pursue pregurs against Japan, outlining tentative steps in a broader near term alignment.
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Tokyo
Britain
Russia
Japan
Royal Commission on G.P.O. Contract controversy explodes
Prime Minister announces a Royal Commission to probe the Sydney GPO additions contract of £410,000 after admitting the deal was signed yesterday afternoon despite prior pledge to Parliament. Leaders Curtin and Page to set terms. inquiry to be judicial and impartial with full powers.
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G.P.O
House of Representatives
Curtin
Country Party
Earle Page
Menzies
Senate
House
Mensies
Clark
Uab
Crook
Interior
New South Wales
Mr. Cameron
Architects’ Association
Architects' Association
Master Builders’ Association
Measles
Cane Sugar Growers Council Film Shown in Australia
A Cane Sugar Growers Council film depicting all segments of the industry was shown in Australia, highlighting production, processing, and market aspects for industry stakeholders and public viewing.
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London
Growers Council
Australia
Price Fixation Law Adopted by Legislative Assembly
An amendment to the Industrial Arbitration Bill empowers the Industrial Commission to fix maximum prices of certain commodities. The amendment was agreed to, the bill will be proclaimed tomorrow and take effect automatically. The Price Fixing Commission judge is expected to begin inquiries early next week.
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Syydney
Legislative Assembly
Industrial Commission
Rxn
Price Fixing Commission
Aliens groupays mond to day in Ausra life
A fragmented passage discusses alien groups and national life with claims of advantages to Australia. The text mentions investigations into complaints about refugees and emphasizes data and entitlements as potential benefits, reflecting a disjointed wartime or policy debate.
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Ausra
Empire Expansion Air Service Aims Pioneer Flight to Met' Zea
An early report notes England to New hour's Light air service plan with the 23 ton Mying boat Aote area set for a pioneer flight to Met Zea at end of June. The vessel features three airy saloons and promises comfort and steadiness with clear landscape views.
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Aotearca
Met’ Zeaand
Aotearea
British Navy Fitting Out Three Cruisers at Clyde Yard
Three warships totaling 104000 tons occupy John Brown's fitting-out basin on the Clyde. A new 8000 ton cruiser, first of its class, joins the 85000 ton Elizabeth in the fitting-out area as Britain expands its modern cruiser program.
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London
Weanendayay
John Brown
Clyde
Elizabeth
Germans Return from Spain Welcomed by Goering
Hamburg reports say 6500 German volunteers who fought in the Spanish Civil War arrived home today and were ceremoniously welcomed by Field Marshal Goering. German papers claim the air force aided insurgent victories in major actions.
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London
Hamburg
Goering
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