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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 12, 1936

Page

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Alarm at Use of Arms in Labour Strikes Across Europe

A Times dispatch reports rising alarm in Labour and Government circles over failed attempts to resume armament production amid strikes. Deladier cites provocations, while Paris see counter demonstrations by peaceful groups. Textile workers in Nord and Turcoing plan to resume work for a 10 percent raise, with related protests and arrests noted. Lifeboat crews deter jumps, urging compliance until rescue services arrive.

London Times Labour

Rouen Strikes Paralyze Port Amid Labor Standstill

The Rouen port is halted as dockers strike, halting construction on fortifications. Workmen abandon tools and the movement widens to unexpected areas. Officials fear workers may act before wages and conditions improve.

Enatort Fort Wne

Virtual Censure Debate Over Mr Thomas Leaks

The Government faces a censure motion linked to a leaked tribunal report on a British inquiry. The Attorney General said disclosure required criminal proceedings, while Labour plans to push for action against the leaking practice as the House prepares further discussion on the matter.

London Tauraday J .Thoma Donald Romervell House of Commons Persnn Tribunal of Inquiry Duriew Flouse of Commons Labour Party

Italy Threatens to Quit League Over Sanctions

London dispatch reports The Manchester Guardian says Mussolini named his government to Geneva talks and that Italy may resign from forthcoming discussions if sanctions remain. Continental opinion holds Britain should drop sanctions, amid talks of an Italo German rapprochement and Italy’s pledge to cooperate with France and Central Europe if sanctions are lifted.

London Manchester Guardian Signor Mussolini Signor Grandi Geneva Britain Paris Signor Cerutti Italy France Europe

Canton Crisis Deepens as Kiang Kai-shek Recall Rejected

Reports from Nanking indicate the Canton government has rejected General Kiang Kai-shek's appeal to recall southern forces amid ongoing troop movements in Hunan. Britain orders two gunboats to Canton for security while China’s central government and southern administration remain divided by mountains. Military actions are described as unsettled, with experts cautious about civil war, yet concern over Japan-inspired mobilisations grows.

Nanking Canton Kiang Kai-shek Hunan Ser China London Chang-Sha Shanghai The Times Kwang Tung Kwangal China Ching Japan

Chamberlain Blasts Sanctions Policy At Dinner

British minister Neville Chamberlain condemned continuing sanctions on Abyssinia saying renewing sanctions would be midsummer madness. He warned the League cannot be forced into war unless vital interests are at stake and questioned whether his views reflect the Cabinet or only his own.

London Exchequer Neville Chamberlain Robert Cecil Abyssinia

Abyssinia Prepares for October Resumption of War

Foreign Minister for Abyssinia arrives in London and vows government will rule Western Cote and Ogaden regions. Ras Deatere commands 15,000 troops in the south, while rains have halted Transils lines and damaged roads. The Abyssinian armies plan renewed resistance in October, expecting mountain warfare as one third of the country remains intact.

Herbouy Abyss Ainia London Wald Mull Cote Ras Deatere Ogaden Trallsns

Betting Tax Growth Seen in Adelaide Figures

Government estimates annual revenue from betting tax at about £400000 with betting activity exceeding 89 million wagers and stake value over £11 million since legalisation a little over two years ago. Some interests push for stricter restrictions.

Adelaide Thurnany

Duke Visits Emperor Londan in Ken sington

The Duke of Glourenter called at the Emperor of Exhio Haile Bolanate’s home in Kensington while incognito in London. The visit honors hospitality shown during the Duke’s Addis Ababa trip representing King George at the Emperor’s coronation years ago.

Londan Duke of Glourenter Kensington Exhiops Haile Bolanate London Addis Ababa Tate George

Pirate trawler Georgetown incident report

On Wednesday the master of the steamer requested departure and steered the vessel south after instructing the crew to prepare sails amid unclear nautical terms and location.

Georgetown Aritisn Guiana Pepe Baate

Death Penalty Stays As Government Weighs Commutation

Sydney reports a deputy's plea for clemency for James from Muanway. Minister for Tuition Mr. Martin says the government may commute the death sentence, to be carried out Monday, and defends capital punishment as necessary to deter armed men. Notes objections raised by Mrs Bolling and local reactions.

Sydney James Muanway Martin Oltman Mla Pidiagtone Ke Waal

Roosevelt's Hint to Supreme Court

New York report notes President Roosevelt broadening constitutional aims at the Republican Convention. He reiterates plans for broader constitutional power as Princess Hon accompanies her father to London and attends question time in the House of Commons. The message emphasizes limits on regulation and expansion of executive authority without clear dates.

New York

Arab Attack on Jews Settlement and Crop Outlook

Reported events describe Arab attacks on a Jewish settlement and a Department of Agriculture note. Winter crop prospects in the USA show an estimated 483 million bushels with cocaine notations and changes in 4 month forecasts. British reinforce fronts as tensions rise and market figures adjust amid the conflict.

Jerusalem Warmington Department of Agriculture SF Srop Wren

Jim Ferrier wins Gold Vase with amateur course record

Jim Ferrier captured the Gold Vase tournament setting an amateur course record with rounds under par. He posted a four under 68 in the final round while notching early birdies at six and seven, then adding birdies at eleven and thirteen to seal the victory. Munn finished second with 142 and Grey third at 144.

Munn Aniahed Grey Ferrier Hey

Stolen Yacht Drifted After Mooring Theft Near Sydney

A 28 foot yacht named Neveld was stolen from its moorings in Taylor Bay during the night and later abandoned near the Hinde. The vessel had its gear damaged and fuel tampered with. The liner Moottan narrowly avoided collision with the drifting craft as it was towed by two fishermen. Thieves fled toward open sea but ran into trouble and abandoned the yacht.

Sydney Taylor Bay Imat Neveld Wan Hinde Moottan Peter Luke Tai Thuir Etarm

General rain spreading across four fifths of states

Meteorologist Mr Mares said general rain covered about four fifths of the states and would likely intensify within 24 hours. Farmers reported relief from dry spells, with falls ranging from 1.5 to 2 inches in places. Bad weather delayed a Holyman Airways flight from Sydney to Melbourne, forcing a landing at Cootamundra before continuing to Melbourne in worsening conditions. The passenger list included four from Sydney and two from Canberra.

Bydney Htatn Metsorabeytat Mares Tn Aly Dannon North Brighton Canberra St Improvement Cootamundra Melbourna Aweln Waxge

Internal Air Mail Friction Denied Report

Fragmentary lines claim friction between the Postal and Civil Aviation Departments over internal air mail policies. No clear names or dates are readable. The note references tension but lacks concrete details or attribution.

Atoney Acer For Dataning PA Lad Tonday Thane Postal Ad Civil Avision Department

Dictatorship charges against Roosevelt in Cleveland speech

In Cleveland Ohio on Wednesday a Republican speaker condemned Franklin Roosevelt for seducing the legislative branch by patronage and seeking to usurp the judiciary. He denounced the New Deal as three years of recklessness with 11 million unemployed and ongoing relief. He urged foreign trade emphasis and tariff adjustments, and a platform committee was named to consider policy plans including treaty cancellation.

Legislative Roosevelt Congress Joba Firenvelt Plana

Solicitor Faces Nine Charges in Sydney Inquiry

Harold York Thompson of Parramatta faced nine charges including forgery and attempting to transfer funds under the Rex Eruparty Act 1900. He pleaded intent to plead guilty to forging a memorandum to misappropriate 8800 from an Edward Jordan ledger. Thompson was committed for trial at the Quarter Sessions with surety set at 1000.

Sydney Harold York Thomas Parramatts Bergeant Maynay Thompson Thastes Edward Jorden Henry Walter Shepherd Tegal Thomson Frantilt Botog Tavoetiane Vwittens Mallee Cll Thompson Ack Adelaide Thompant

Rail disaster claims fifteen lives and injures hundreds

A crewed workmen's train derailed while crossing a newly opened railway, causing a panicked rush to escape. The accident at the foot of Yommus left 15 dead and about 200 injured as passengers tumbled from the embankment in the chaotic crush.

Wome Yommus Fsat Wemch Ambank

Queen Mary Docks On Completion Of Trip

Queen Mary arrives at destination celebrating the completion of its voyage. Officials say the historic trip marks a milestone for the vessel and the port, with ceremonies planned to honor the crew and the ship’s achievement.

Queen Mary

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