Dramatic Hoover Armament Cut Proposal At Geneva
Dramatic scenes followed President Hoover's proposal to cut armaments by about one third at a special General Commission meeting in Geneva. Sir John Simon urged more disarmament while Britain called for submarines abolition. Grandi announced Italy accepted the American terms in full, dictated by Mussolini by phone. France and Japan opposed, Boncour signaled a quick reply, Japan reserved judgment.
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Geneva
General Commission of the Disarmament
Hoover
Sir John Simon
Signor Grandi
Italy
Mussolini
M. Paul Boncour
France
Earthquake and Tidal Wave Hit Colima Coast
An earthquake and tidal wave struck Cuychalin and the Brave of Colima area, destroying a town and causing extensive coastwide damage. Officials reported dozens of bodies recovered and fears for higher casualties as waves swept villages along the Pacific shore.
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Mexico City
Cuychalin
Colima
Paci
Hoover Plans Major World Arms Cut At Geneva
President Hoover proposes sweeping limits to armaments including a one third reduction in military manpower and refusal of bombardment, abolition of aviation weapons and submarines, and drastic cuts in treaty tonnage and carrier strength. Key officials and the Geneva delegation reportedly endorse the plan.
Geneva London talks push for disarmament steps
The General Commission of the Disarmament Conference in Geneva heard US delegate Gibson and UK Prime Minister Lord (Sir John) Simon outline simultaneous disarmament proposals. They emphasized measures that reduce worldwide arms burden without harming security, while noting the need for broader naval and aircraft limitations and coordinated action by major powers.
American Plan Aims Narrow Navy Cuts Spark Geneva Debate
Washington Wednesday reports outline a limited U S Navy reduction under the American plan as a potential Geneva breakthrough. Diplomats note mixed reaction with opposition from Denia ria and broader United States support for gradual armd reduction while preserving defenses.
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Washington
Ian Jemala
Geneva
United States
British Press Cautious on European Pact Proposals
Fragmented OCR text notes cautious Britain pressed on Hoover plan terms and Mediterranean pact ideas. Mentions The Daily Telegraph and France’s possible stance and a call for a wider European security agreement, though specifics are garbled.
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Jondon
London
Phene
Welcom Cme
Pally Telegraph
France
German Support Berlin Tuesday Dialogue Proclaims Path to Disarmament
Government spokesmen in Berlin on Tuesday described Hoover era plans as constructive toward world disarmament and framed new steps as a decisive move in the drive for arms reductions.
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Berlin
Spokitanum
Japanese Opposition Report on Naval Policy Misread
A partially legible dispatch notes confusion among Japanese opposition about the naval authorities misreading President Hoover's preparations for a potential third limitation under the London Treaty. It mentions concerns over the ratio of capital ships and national duties amid tightening disarmament efforts.
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Tokig
Thyrnauy
Dapanrar Naval
Hoover
Dutonen
Frensh delegates push for bans on chemical and aerial warfare
French delegates submit a brief on prohibiting chemical and aerial warfare, calling for burial grounds beyond battlefields and limits on military aircraft. The document discusses international controls on military transport, and the adaptation of measures affecting foreign manufacture of serial armaments.
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Hattlefields
tonmaRe
Mieiereial
Raneport
Aviae Terimiionil Tradt
Armiamonta
Congress Opens Memorable Scenes in Dublin
The opening of the Congress at Dublin's Pro Cathedral drew dignitaries including Mr de Valera and officials as prelates and ministers listened to an oration. A formal ceremony marked the launch amid foreign ministers and Knights of various orders, with hopes for harmony across nations.
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Dublin
Lagat
Walter Abun
Papa Lagato
de Valera
Minjatry
J. McNell
Comsrava
Knights of
Mali
Knights of St. Gregory
Logabe
Ireland
Aaginiunee
Bathurst
Andrew's Charen
Mystery of Missing Flyers Haunts Float WYNDSTAM
Reports describe a vanished plane sighting with a women’s party, notes found in the machine mention two men Bertrem and Glautmann. The craft landed May 15 morning and departed hours later, leaving investigators to pursue the whereabouts of those aboard.
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Wyndstam
Manfay
Bertrem
Glaut
Mann
Rivenvar
Underground pipe collapse halts train near Wynyard Station
In Sydney Tauraday a pipe fractured from a tunnel shaft between Town Batl Station and Wynyard Square Station. The pipe struck the train front, smashing the fire carriage door and narrowly missing the driver. Two passengers suffered minor injuries as debris showered the car.
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Sydney
Tauraday
Batl
Wynyard Square
Transport Act Relief From Harsh Conditions
The Government announced exemptions under the Transport Coordination Act to ease transport hardships. Fresh food and vegetables from Lamarke may be moved by road free of charges if in competition with rail. Goods transport by motor vehicles is allowed within 60 miles if not exceeding railway competition.
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Sydney
Thumdur
Govsimmene
Ransport
Minimr For Transport
Sir
Hrrusner
Lamarke
Aby
Pte Ealivuye
Triple murder confession read in court
A reported confession is read in court detailing the alleged murder of two women and a man in Kent. The accused, Collinn Of the Buffs Reghawat, discusses events at the Ashford area and the subsequent police proceedings. The transcript cites statements about pursuit, injury, and ambiguous outcomes amid a tense courtroom atmosphere.
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London
Tam Teerinis
Matt
Eaid
Collinn
Kent
Ashford
Wing
Lita Luohodoa
Bedland
Young Stribling Sydney Arrives for Australasian Heavyweight Tilt
The American heavyweight Young tritling landed in Sydney to compete in a Tomer af vonete In Australis. Officials of the National Apartine Club greeted him at the wharf along with an intaranted Eailawers member. He was escorted by Clyde Chintinn and others to Hotel Ausirelia for a reception before the July 4 bout.
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Sydney
Young
Tritling
Fay Ty
Monterey
Australis
Wharf
National Apartine Club
Eailawers
Nitther
Heaveweiant
Clyde Chintinn
Mirihling
Ambrose Telmen
Iweleht
Eharpine
Hotel Ausirelia
Unclear OCR Note on Tax and Unemployment Relief
Fragmentary report discusses shilling in and tax for twelve months under Public Survive Faletten Medicatod Act. Mentions unemployment relief, government plan, and timing around night and tomorrow. Reader advised that text is garbled and may refer to policy extensions.
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Rydney
Gove
Tha
Chicago bank failures surge as multiple closures hit city
In Chicago today six banks closed, with losses reported up to 43.1 million dollars, elevating the fortnight’s suspensions to twenty one. The items reference relief taxes, endowment programs, public service reductions, and proposed amendments in health and industry, signaling broad financial and policy actions amid the banking turmoil.
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Chicago
Trade Hall Targeted by Sydney Communist Drive
A Sydney article alleges a Communist bid to seize Trades Hall control. It notes a new We Young Communist League for youths aged 14 to 16, aimed at industrial action and pressuring unions. The circular urges workers to resist capitalism and embrace socialism through organized youth influence.
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Sydney
Funda
We Young Communist League
We League
Wage Reeda
Bosa
Porkera
League
Are Flyers Alive With Blacks In Perth Airman Missing
Police reports indicate a missing airman may be living with local Black natives near Perth. A note in the wreckage suggests the plane left on May 14 and the two airmen possibly remained aboard for nine days before disappearance. Tracks around the scene imply native assistance and a failed search found no sign of the flyers.
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Perth
Marshall
Beteol
Mater
Diane
Butter Duties Move By British Farmers Fight
British farmers urge the government to impose a 20/4 duty on foreign butter to protect domestic prices. They seek higher costs abroad and countermeasures to keep butter prices stable in Britain.
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London
Weanenday
Taparte Widow Advisory Committee
Wimbledon Australians win in doubles at center court
Real simmer weather aided the Wimbledon doubles day as Australians Crawford Honan and partners advanced to the second round. The men’s doubles featured hard-fought rallies with uncertainties and notable play from Clemenger and Hopman later in the day.
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Landon
Bien
Crawford
Honan
Firitiah
Watson
Vaimeult Aervien
Ansientiann
Aumtraliana
Kamien
Mom Cor
Cour
Clemenger
Wade
Wea
Rmouin
Hopman
Hopmat
Crichord
German States Conference Seeks Alignments With Hutt Shiter Authority
A conference among Interior Minister von Gayl and German states representatives aimed to align state laws with the Prominent group’s governance. The talks noted the risk of unrest as student gatherings clashed with Communist elements in Frankfurt, prompting university closures over security concerns.
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Westnerday
Atininior
von Gay¢l
Garman Bled
von Gaye
Hutt
Lenn
Umborn
Olver
Thiele
Frankfort
Amateur Golf Championship Preview in New South Wales
NSW amateur golf notes a Byndney event with local players in contention. The field includes W R Dobrown and H Mettington, aiming to challenge defending champion Jim Frerier.
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Bydney
Etrineton
W. R. Doheon
Ton
Jim Frerier
Tomult
Wwe
W. RK
Brindan
H. Mettington
J. Worrer
Native's Death in Custody in New Guinea Case
Detective Janizen and James Larkin, a former New Guinea planter, arrived in Sydney with Larkin in custody. Larkin, jailed in Long Bay Gaol, allegedly asked a native employee to perform work, resulting in a death. Larkin was later extradited to New South Wales to serve a sentence of two years. Authorities consider a review of his case as the trip proceeds.
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Aydney
Janizen
Sydney
James Larkin
Long Hay Gaal
Larkin
New South Water
Etrorta
Turauult
Sunken Gold Raised from Forbidden Depths
Gold ingots from the P and O liner were filmed emerging after four years as salvage work proceeds. Weather is favorable and operations continue with divers entering the treasure chamber to recover gold valued at hundreds of thousands of pounds from depths over 400 feet.
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Hatin Fivers
Mrs Keith Miller Arrested in Immigration Case Mystery
Mrs Keith Miller, a prominent figure named in a mysterious collapse of her family, was arrested by immigration authorities and ordered to stand trial. Details remain unclear as authorities pursue charges related to the United Nations incident and a Mayan connection.
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Wiamt Cito
Weithamtar
Keith Miller
Coe
Mayan Clark
United Inten
Ottawa Delegation Sails Sydney Amid Harbour Crowds
The Australian delegation from Channel Town Sydney sailed this afternoon toward Pane Me Tow Arongui amid crowded Darling Harbour. Officials say ten weeks will pass before the ship’s arrival, with the crew expected to disembark by the pier once orders are confirmed.
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Sydney
Chawelat
Darling Harbour
Puple
Yousing
Ottawa Conference Hopes For Global Economic Unity
Ottawa signals high hopes for a world economic conference to coordinate monetary policy and reduce reliance on armed force. Leaders cite potential for cheaper finance, freer markets, and unity among nations, with Australia seeking influence over eastern trade and Britain alignment.
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Sydney
Ottawa
Lyons
Messey
Bruce and
Cullett
Hayes
Dassius
Fenty
Australia
Hy Wa
Ofie Aplaion
Leo
Gullett
Australis
Britain
Ottens
America
Sanitary complaints reach Queanbeyan Council on insanitary camp
Health Inspector H. V. Fowler alleged insanitary brickwork at a Queanbeyan camp. Investigations showed the works were undertaken in a temporary camp with lodgings and a toilet area. An urgent inspection found the camp to be in a condition requiring cleaning and further action by council.
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Queanbevin
My. H. V. Fowler
Win Renare
Queanteyan
Sutcliffe Shatters Macartney Record in Yorkshire Sale Report
In London news, Sutcliffe eclipsed Macartney’s cattle sale record with 38 unfinished yards at a Yorkshire yard, amid notes on Manchester’s and Yorkhouse markets and recent factory activity. The report cites Mr. Fowler on yard allocations, delays, and the uncertain state of business, with emphasis on sales figures and delays in weekly supply chains.
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London
Woanenday
Frase
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