British Accept Compensation Request From Japan
Britain says Japan will compensate for the bombing of Hong Kong on Tuesday. The Under-Secretary Mr R A Butcher told the House that Japan’s government has replied to the protest and will take disciplinary action at the base. Negotiations will seek agreement on damages and preventive measures to avoid a recurrence and to settle any related issues. The government states the incident has been settled on these terms.
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Challenged VI Case in High Court Bribed Brisbane
The High Court heard a challenge on Tuesday as Mir. Caeren Piney Webb claimed the right to gains after the Full Court decision in the election of Traca on April 2. Mr Hanlon, Minister for ath, presided and analyzed the case as Ir. Wabb conducted his own defense. The judge reserved the decision.
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Air raid tests show houses strengthened with steel shelters
Government tests on strengthening houses with steel shelter provisions reveal failures as several weakened structures collapse into basements despite prior reinforcement. In Birmingham two three storey houses were blown down by explosives, highlighting ongoing risks in urban defense constructions.
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Britain weighs disarmament path before world conference
Prime Minister Chamberlain outlines the British stance on peace and disarmament. He says a world conference requires substantial preliminary work and argues a practical proposal is not yet feasible without broader groundwork.
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Britain Grants Unconditional Recognition For Franco
In the House of Commons Prime Minister Chamberlain announced Britain's unconditional recognition of Franco’s government, with Paris making a similar declaration. Opposition cried foul, while Chamberlain signaled a possible debate tomorrow. Debate noted public support and international tensions surrounding Spain’s Civil War and foreign intervention.
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Australia’s Farming Methods Criticized At London Talk
Mr. R W Haddon told the Empire Producers Conference in Sydney that Australia mixes antique and revolutionary farming practices. He urged better rural agents and housing to curb population drain toward cities. He warned flock masters against exporting inferior rams and ewes and noted dissatisfaction with Australian classes and private fees. He cited long-distance travel and widespread shipping costs.
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Britain faces dire shipping gap in postwar era
Lord Craigmyle, former chairman of P and Company, told a national service rally that Britain's shipping position is far worse than before the war. Britain lacks 2,000 vessels needed to carry essential fuel and munitions in an emergency. He urged the Government to secure enough shipping and questioned whether Dominion and colonial ships are sufficiently available for the United Kingdom.
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Palestine riots and clashes amid week end in Jerusalem
A British soldier was killed and two wounded in fighting with armed Arabs south of Jaffa. Across the weekend 14 bomb, landmine, and shooting incidents left 22 Arabs dead and many injured while Jewish extremists were arrested. Tel Aviv’s mayor wired Chamberlain that Jews would not yield their rights. Troops stood by as fresh terrorism broke out in Jerusalem and other Palestine towns with nine killed in main roads. Arab kidnappings and strikes disrupted Trans-Jordan and Halfa areas.
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Government to push Social Security Act details forward
Wellington, Tuesday. Prime Minister Mr Savage said the government will proceed with the Social Security Act in every phrase at the earliest possible moment. The aim is to provide comfort for the people, with the scheme's start hoped sooner than currently believed.
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Recognition of Franco by Britain and Spain
The second reading of the Defence Loans Bills moved by Sir John Simon seeks to raise borrowing powers for defence to £800 million aimed at boosting confidence. Amid global moves, Britain and France recognize Franco in Spain, Azana resigns, and posts name new ambassadors while Britain contemplates diplomatic steps through channels.
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Insurance chiefs urge conference on national scheme
The secretary of the Federal Consultative Council of Friendly Societies of Australia Mr Best said if the national insurance scheme is to be abandoned the Government should convene a conference of Friendly Societies the 8 M A and Insurance Societies to salvage something from the wreck He warned that dropping the scheme would leave elderly and infirm people without coverage unless the Government subsidies a remedy.
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Ship Seized Master Found Dead in Cabin Aboard Stangrove
The British steamer Stangrove seized by Rebels near Palma Inet has its master found dead in his cabin. A gale on February 23 led the master to refuse a Spanish order to raise steam to regain control as the ship dragged anchors and stranded on rocks. The Devonshire cruiser takes the crew to Marseilles.
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Fragmented OCR item on rental service enters week in Australia
A partial, garbled OCR fragment mentions Renter's World Service and a special arrangement. The text hints at an iteration number and a week in Australia but lacks readable names, dates, or concrete actions. The readable content remains too sparse to determine a clear news item or outcome.
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Fortune doubts Roosevelt chances for reelection
The Fortune magazine survey suggests Roosevelt has little chance of re election next year. It says only slightly more than one third would vote for him if he were the candidate. Garner leads as favorite among undecided voters with Dewey and Vandeburg named as likely runners up.
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Isolation policy debate after Japanese occupation report
A Canberra Country Party bulletin says Japan's occupation may serve only immediate needs in China and Asia, arguing post war history offers little optimism. It notes Hainan, 2000 miles from Darwin, underscores the Asia-Pacific security problem and calls for reevaluating the term Far East amid rising terrorism and Chinese evacuations.
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Opening Up North Pastoral Areas Made Available
Government lifts embargo on pastoral areas, granting territory access as part of implementing the Investigation Committee's recommendations. The decision aims to fill gaps and advance progress in the region, signaling a policy shift and potential development.
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