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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 05, 1936

Page

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Storms and Rain Forecast From Sun Spot Observations

Weather officials in Cromprorat Queensland report sunspot activity may bring storms and rain to northern and southern regions. Sydney observers note a large sunspot last week and discuss its effects on weather, while forecasts emphasize cautious outlooks.

Basebane Nlge Jones Cromprorat Queensland Garmplex Sydney Br. Jones Wood Anne Byaney University Sherscon Seatroverny

Armed Hold Up Stuns North Fitzroy workers

Two armed men robbed Gea and Porter delivery staff in North Fitzroy before 3 pm. They threatened workers and fled with cash as bystanders watched. A suspect was chased but no shots were fired. police pursued the bandits who vanished quietly into the street.

Melbourne Gea and Porter Tantory Ina George Greta Theo Mar Holeon Birest

MASSY CUP Queanbeyan to Play Bowral

Arrangements are made for Ses to defend the Masay Cup as Bowral and Queanbeyan set lineups for a Sunday match. Queanbeyan Home team retains players Day McIntyre Grifithe Kay ee ywley Pola Swan Phillips Brandon Clarke. Bowral names K White G Cowie J McGro G Ver V Hanrahan N Giles H Han Tye H Smith A Ling J Chadwick. Uncertain report notes Canberran health links and a rugby meeting delaying confirmation tonight.

Ses Bowral Canberra Munday Day McIntyre Grifithe Kay Ee Ywley Pola Swan Phillips Brandon Clarke Tim Bowral K. White G. Cowie J. McGro G. Ver V. Hanrahan N. Giles H. Han Tye H. Smith A. Ling Jid J.’ Chadwick Ealth Queanbeyan Couburn Fis Mee Canberti

Taxi Bandits Trial Ordered For Nighttime Assault

Two men are bound over for trial after a late night taxi driver was assaulted. A Mirra and Beigaull are named in the preliminary proceedings as the accused, with a woman reportedly aiding the incident. The case proceeds to the next legal step with charges pending.

Italy Objects to League Meeting Threat to End Membership

Geneva reports Italy warned the League Assembly could trigger a final withdrawal if convoked. Signor Borascopi told M. Avenol that assembly timing harms conciliation and Italy would not delay Geneva. Paris and Rome sources argue sanctions depend on guarantees of conduct and non fortification in key regions.

Geneva Daily Telegraph Signor Borascopi League M. Avenol League Assembly Pengue Italy Rome Times Itta Paris Manchester Guardian Theford Notarly Mediterranean Ried Bes

Haile Selassie Arrives in London Amid Welcoming crowds

The Emperor of Abyssinia Haile Selassie arrives in London traveling incognito with two sons a daughter and suite. He is greeted warmly at Southampton and Waterloo by officials and the public, stays at a Hyde Park residence, and pleads for international judgment as he seeks safety after Ethiopia’s retaliation.

London Abyssinia Hale Botanic Laavon Bia le Crown Thike Herar Iis Tahal Fas Kasea Southampton Waterloo England Jtator Mall Prince's Gate Hyde Park Legation Haile Belassie Jeaugter Talian Dplonade Betaneis Britain Ethiopia Jwe FisiWe

Italian Approach to Britain in Diplomatic Cue

The Tatian Ambassador Signor Grand renewed Mussolini's pledge that Italy has no designs on British interests. The Times notes British officials seek multilateral action via the League over Italian-Mediterranean moves, stressing any response should involve the League rather than a single power.

London Signor Grand Anthony New Signor Mussolini Haly Timex Byltiah Cl~ Alee Muscolini Tex League Vauitia

Bradman England's chief cricket worry

An extracted note by AG Gardiner discusses Don Bradman as England's major cricket concern. It notes Bradman's prowess and questions how the England side can dismiss him, highlighting in print the challenge he poses to the hosts. The fragment underscores Bradman's dominance and the uncertainty surrounding his wicket.

London Hingland Tom Bradman Fan Arelele AG Gardiner

Palestine Arab attempt to blow up troop train near Jerusalem

Fragmentary report describes an Arab attempt to derail a troop train between Jerusalem and Hebron. No injuries noted. clashes and arrests linked to the incident are mentioned amid broader security measures and ongoing patrols.

Garden Candidate Elected to 2KY Committee Defies ALP Executive

Sydney Labour Council shocks by electing J S Garden to the 2KY radio committee along with three Garden supporters. The move challenges ALP leadership as 2KY remains a key Labour publicity channel. Other appointees include union and employee representatives.

Sydney Garden A.L.P 7KY Labour ALP Anven Unone Labour Council

German Recruiting in South West Africa Reported

A report from Gapetewa states the Union Government is investigating extensive German Army recruiting across South West Africa. TheGerman Consul allegedly directs the drive, sending letters to young Germans for medical exams at a German center under threat of imprisonment.

Gapetewa Union South-West Africa

Chinese Troops Rush Toward Kwantung Frontier Amid Civil War Fears

Reports from Canton indicate 200000 Kwantung and Kwangal troops, supported by scout planes, move toward the Kwantung Pu kien border. Hunan forces occupy Pung Chow Fu as General Pal Chung Hei sets up at Kweiling. Authorities say Nanking and Canton agree civil war unlikely, while Japan shows autonomy aims.

Canton Kwantung Kwangal Hunan Citlon Lot Sharghai Nanking

Former Colonial Secretary Comment on Budget Leak

London report notes J H Thomas arriving from London saying he does not know how long he will stay and wishes not to be bothered. The article mentions misused budget information before a tribunal and Bates’ alleged actions amid his stated policies.

London Asid J. H Thomas Ferding Erin Cae Bates Boerafore

Paralysing Strike Wave Hits France and Spain Across Industries

Paris reports a growing industrial upheaval with widespread factory occupations and food supply fears as strikes spread from Paris to Lille Marseille Toulouse and Rouen. Madrid sees 40000 building workers and grave diggers strike while Brussels dockers join the action.

Paris Lille Marseilles Toulouse Rouen Antwerp Madrid

Japan plans torio wool import Curtailment scheme hinted

A report from Tokyo indicates Japan may limit Australian wool purchases to two thirds of imports and secure 280 000 bales yearly with a plan to raise total to 290 000 bales on share terms. The scheme aims to reduce mill output by about 30 percent to offset wool shortfalls.

Torio Anant Mambere Mrahi Assact Ton

Death of Norma Spectr in Sydney Coroner Finds Mulcide

The coroner's inquest in Sydney found the death of 10 year old Norma Doreen Spectr from mercurial poisoning. Walter Apooner a accountant testified Norma was employed at his home and described thefts and a party at the house two nights earlier. The verdict was mulcide and the report mentions hospital transfers and tariff policy notes.

Sydney Norma Doreen Spectr Walter George Apooner Bine Baja Girle Bhoomild Koop ‘Ham Ttt Waldthe Saleamen Distributora Alot Western Suburbs Tiwan

Strike Wave Spreads in Spain

Madrid reports a broad strike wave across the country with dustmen, non-union unloaders, carpenters, workers, and textile laborers striking. Four thousand building workers idle in Madrid and one hundred thousand agricultural workers abandon cattle in affected regions. Military units with machine guns patrol streets as hourly strike declarations spread.

Madrid Spain Barcalons Crewy Lacida Msdeid

Explosion at Colonial Ammunition Works Fatal for Mina Clifford

A terrif ic blast at the Colonial Ammunition Company mort ane cartridge department in Mount She tore through debris and a window. Mina Clifford died after being admitted to hospital with fatal injuries. Four other girls were injured in the incident.

Colonial Ammunition Company Mount Mortane Cartridge Cliford Mina Clifford

Cabinet Meets Over Japanese Air Policy Talk

A special Federal Cabinet meeting addressed the Japanese government’s new air policy and its tariff implications. Attendees included Bir Henry Gullett and Sir George Pearce. Ministers discussed trade, wheat outlook, and potential shifts in exports to Japan or Canada.

Melbourne Federal Murai Henry Gullett George Pearce T. W. White T. Patera T. C. Brennen Estes Sulet Henry Guilett

Memorial and for the late King address in George Va

Fragmentary OCR text mentions memorial relates to King George Virginia and a mayor figure. Content is unclear and names or events are not readable to form a clear summary.

King George Va sTurhaay

Seamen’s Union Militant Section Walks Out

Fragmentary report describes a militant seamen’s union faction walking out amid tension with an apparent major antagonist. Mentions Maura and Wain, and a reference to Kenan’s supporters as the group seeks a body for establishment of a relation to the action.

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