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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 08, 1936
Page
1
Vienna and Rome clash as Austria and Italy discuss the League of Nations path at a London summit. Leaders debate new steps amid tense European mood, with no immediate restoration or accord reached on broader peace measures.
A British model of national health insurance is being studied by Australian officials as a potential framework for Australia. Chief figures include Mr Walter Kinnear and Mr Casey, with inquiries led from London about adopting contributory pensions and health coverage for a small population.
Paris reports new government measures fail to calm labor unrest as miners in Nord and Pas de Calais strike, railway workers halt services, and dozens of trades from locksmiths to textile workers walk out. Disruptions hit canals, wagons, and rail restaurants while unions press for a 40-hour week and political support.
Gold currencies face a final battle as panic spreads from the franc and guilder to the Netherlands and Switzerland. Banks raise rates to defend the guilder while French savings move abroad, signaling volatility in exchange markets and potential devaluation pressures.
The Canberra Maru, a 6400 ton Japanese freighter, left from Mobe to Wiishaye in 11 days. It reached Australia yesterday on its maiden voyage, traveling at 21 knots.
In Paris, the first meeting of the new Chamber of Deputies opens amid a wave of protest and parliamentary clashes. Premier Blum confronts calls for devaluation and social reforms while union members threaten strikes, demanding wage and employment measures.
Queanbeyan defended the Massy Cup title with a five point win over Bowral after a strong early surge by Bowral. The match featured fast backs, crowded stands with £55 6s gate, and key contributions from Norton Kay Fawley Crimithes Awan Pale Hanrahan Giles Vernon McGee and Emiall. In the second half Bowral rallied but Queanbayan’s defense and back play held firm, delivering a piece of sustained attack and counter play that sealed the result.
Reported in London that Sir Samuel Hoare has been appointed First Lord of the Admiralty. The Daily Mail and News Chronicle discuss a swift end to sanctions and a push to restore Anglo Italian relations, with hints of recalling the British Fleet from the Mediterranean.
Canton politics show mobilization as a warning to southern commanders rather than a plan for war. The Times Hong Kong correspondent notes regional rivalries and peacetime maneuvers, while observers worry over Nanking and Chiang Kai-shek’s grip amid Chinese war aims against Japan.
Alberta securities were removed from the official list in London after the Canadian government announced a significant cut in the tax on bond issues. The move follows tireless market pressure, with investors reacting to the Treasury’s decision as bonds priced for an immediate impact.
Melbourne Saturday report says Australia ready to resume negotiations on a trade treaty with Japan under the policy laid out in Parliament. Sir Henry Gullett and Mr Mural discuss the government's stance on wool wheat and dairy, while noting no aim to threaten Japan but to protect export trade.
The inquiry into nutrition in Australia will likely start before month’s end, with a committee to study diet across community groups. It aims to uncover dietary defects and remedies and focuses on maternal and child welfare, industry and unemployment, and the health of native races under Australian control. Due to a shortage of space, the committee will be chaired by Sir George Austin, chairman of the CB TR executive committee.
Protesters gathered at the Sydney Domain on Sunday decrying Executive Council’s plan to sentence James Leighton Mansey to death for murder. Howard Prison Reform led the event with speakers from former parliament urging repeal of capital punishment as law.
In London Ireland beat Switzerland three matches to two to reach the European zone semi final where Germany had eliminated the Argentine by three matches to nil. France and Yugoslavia also posted wins as the Davis Cup action continued.
Fragmentary report describes a rescue from the river on Sunday. Witnesses indicate a man and a boy were pulled from the water as authorities worked to extract them. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
London reports from Brasil state that Indians ambushed and murdered three Evangeliot Field Missionary workers near the Zingu river region. The trio, including Australians Frederick Dawson and Frederick Roberts, had ten years’ experience among native communities. A search party traced the missing men to Novtolinda and into the jungle where their canoe was found smashed and evidence of an ambush pointed to the Grece tribe.
A London report notes Lloyds considering a ban on gambling tied to Budget Insurance and related tainted practices. Underwriters discuss signatures and refunds, with Alfred Bates receiving 10780 pounds as part of proposed settlements. The debate covers who should be paid and how refunds will be handled amid uncertainty.
The Mutual Life and Clues Company advised the Commonwealth that it holds over Tod one of manwealth securities representing about 00 percent of its total matter. This reflects an increase in Commonwealth loans by 000 over the last four years. The Treasurer has permission to announce a subscription and the payment of sinking funds.
A damaged OCR fragment discusses Commonwealth taxation privileges affecting interest on loans and the impact on income tax. It contrasts interest taxation with property income taxes and notes overall differences in tax burden for 1980.
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