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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 21, 1937

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Crisis over Spanish torpedo attack on German warship

London reports an urgent four power meeting at the Foreign Office after a Spanish government submarine reportedly fired torpedoes at the German cruiser Leipzig off Oran on June 15. A joint communique vows immediate consultation and possible action, with Valencia denying the attack and Spanish officials awaiting orders to refrain from targeting foreign vessels.

London Great Britain France Germany Italy Foreign Office Leipzig Oram Inter Hitler Dunselort Berln von Neuaah Ie Miniter Valencia

Madrid arrests amid unrest as Franco loyalists face crackdown

Report states two hundred persons including loyalist army figures were arrested in Madrid on suspected plots to rise with help from Spanish Trotskyists. A map and hidden ink message allegedly outline plans for a 400-strong uprising. Franco’s troops reportedly broke ganizational resistance near Santo Domingo Hill, risking Bilbao’s fall. Warships with refugees reached San Sebastian. The Non-Intervention Committee urged protection of noncombatants and a halt to hostage use, urging humane treatment and avoidance of civilian bombardment.

Madrid Tite Franco Santo Domingo Bilbao Nix Voasala Bilba Atep Twa Apnin Con International Committee

Sydney Deluged Coast Districts Hit By Storm

Coastal districts in New South Wales suffered a fierce storm that disrupted transport and triggered a flood warning for the South Coast. In Sydney two people collapsed and died though not attributed to the storm, with 243 points of rainfall in 24 hours and 54 inches for June. Coasters Bermagus and Bergalin sheltered at Ulladulla and Batemans Bay as Manly ferry service was halted. Kinina inland towns reported heavy falls.

Sydney New South Wales Weather Bureau Bermagus Bergalin Ulladulla Bateman'a Bay Manly Kinina

Queanbeyan Beats Tumut In Tough Football Match

Queanbeyan defeated Tumut by 24 points in a hard fought match. The home side dominated, with strong back division and standout plays by Norton Day and Corcoran, while Tumut showed grit though unable to close the gap.

Queanbeyan Tumut Tamut Queanbeyan wErouNd Yeaterday Queanbeyan Blues Mowever J. Norton A. Guihith J. Rowley G. Day R. Hay D. Kearney FL Rowley W. Pola Anurea Carcoran 1Ay Eien Ye Tumut Wanless Norton Kay Wan Meanbeyan Corcoran Day Kear Asia Andrews K ‘Queanteyan Turmit Pola Fareward Pasa Cory Jeoran Jeanbeyan B. Madigan Viattors Tumut Gecke Mul Madigan McGowan F Madigan Jueanbeyan Rowley Pasteta Carney Rowley Andrewa Jas Lo

Refugees Reach Sydney After Rabaul Eruption Golf Link

In Sydney last night several Fuxbwul refugees arrived by Montoro after escaping New Guinea’s eruption. Two injured, Mia Guifey Furrer and Mes. Thomas, were taken to hospital by ambulance. District Officer Norton, treated in Fenhaul hospital, described injuries and evacuation details. Golf and local sport life disrupted as families fled, with others noting clothing shortages and interrupted games.

Sydney Montoro Mia Guifey Furrer Mes Thomas New Guipes Cine Norton Fenhaul

Siege Ends as Rebels Occupy Bilbao City

After a three month siege Nationalist forces entered Bilbao on Saturday with a final assault at 1.30 pm. Bombardment aided by tanks and warplanes, rebels seized the old city and prepared to fortify the opposite bank of the Nervian. Civilians fled as authorities emptied the town. Evidence from Salamanca and broadcasts said Bilbao is quiet at strategic points and the Nationalist flag flies over the city.

London Bilbao Black Arrow Ka Kwuener Dotaiammonsenter Woman Advainee Horth Nervian Banque Raitia Elbao Spain Franco

Lyons to Decline Inter Empire Commission Chairmanship

Paris report says Prime Minister Lyons will not accept the Inter Empire Commission chair. Rumors of his potential chairmanship are discounted in political circles while the bill promises high level total qualifications. Senate action expected on second reading but likely no further progress as speculation rests on Lyons future.

Mr. Lyons Interatyte Commission Charman Feders Tt la Cormineion Senate House of

Reburial of Governor Phillip Sought in Sydney

Australian press reports easing moves to relocate Governor Phillip remains from Bathampton churchyard to Sydney for re burial. Proposals await parliamentary approval and legal steps but government backing exists. Descendants reportedly approve while Lyons and NSW Deputy Premier Braxner discussed the plan.

London Australian Associated Press Mr. Lyons Sir Samuel Hoare Phillip Sydney Bathampton Bomermet

No Royal Visit During Sydney Celebrations

The Australia Association reports the Duke and Duchess of Kent will not visit Australia for the 150th anniversary celebrations next year. The next royal visit is likely by the King and Queen but not before 1940, and the Duke and Duchess of Kent are not changing this position.

London Australiaa Duke and Duchess of Kent Australia Austalia Ment Lyone Duchess of Kent Canada Prince of Wales Duke of

Fire on Macdhui Sparks Natives Landed at Fortification Point

The Busna Philp motor ship Macdhui sent wireless calls for aid after a fire in the engine room spread to cargo in No 4 hold. Twenty eight whites and natives were ordered to lifeboats, later returned, then further outbreaks forced natives to be landed at Fortification Point. Neptun begins haste toward Macdhui as another fire reportedly breaks out. ship left Lae for Madang last night.

Sydney Busna Philp Macdhui Fortification Point New Guinea Shi Neptunn Lac Ang No. 4 Holt Wolock Lae Salaimoe

Art Academy Founded at Canberra Formation of Royal Charter Hopes

The Austratian Academy of Arts founded in Canberra with 44 members aims to obtain a Royal charter and mount the first exhibition in Sydney during the sequi centenary. The inaugural conference drew representatives from most states and was led by Commonwealth Attorney General Mr Menslea.

Austratian Academy of Arts Canberra Sydney Western Australis Commonwealth Menslea A. Hirell Rydney Ure Smith Norman Carter Raynor Hott New South Wales Mesura Harold Herbert W. B. Metanes Will Rowell Croll Victoria Misa Daphne Mayo Queensland John Siderahan Teamasia Mana Heysen Adelaide A. Provisions Sande Mennien Nai Royal Australa Academy of Arts Australia Dominion Royal Academy of Art Canada Whiten Lornon London Ity Melbourne Haturday

Wales and Queensland brace for Australian Academy reshaping

A fragmented report notes Wales and Queensland involvement in a constitutional reshaping effort, with Australian Academy planning to remake a governing body. Key names and places are unclear due to OCR errors, but the piece hints at institutional reform and expected changes in leadership or structure within a national academy setting.

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