07 Mar 1938
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 07, 1938
Page
1
Roosevelt asserts U S sovereignty over Canton and Enderbury Islands in the Pacific and over lands explored by Byrd in Antarctica as part of early negotiations with London reported by The Times Washington correspondent.
The report notes American claims to Canton and Enderbury Islands as part of a wider Pacific expansion, with sovereignty asserted via executive orders and Interior Department control. It also covers European diplomatic strain, noting Ribbentrop’s London talks, Chamberlain and Halifax, and mixed Berlin views on an Anglo German agreement amid Czech and Russian-French dynamics.
Prime Minister Lyons states the Commonwealth advised reopening conversations with Italy for an amicable settlement of outstanding issues. He explains the Eden resignation was a domestic matter not needing Dominion consultation, and that Britain’s policy remains aligned with the League of Nations.
Rakovsky testified of alleged British and French intelligence contacts while in London and Tokyo. He cited meetings with English officers, a journalist contact, and a 1934 request from Lady Paget, detailing plots tied to a British strategy against the Soviet Union.
Reported Japanese bombardment aims to seize the Yellow River frontier as Chiang Kai-Shek takes personal command to block crossings. Chinese forces claim gains near Tungkwanting while Tokyo cites Soviet aid as Japan vows to save China from anti Communist danger amid mobilization debates.
The Sunday raids on Barcelona caused 46 deaths and 64 injuries. The second raid hit during Samson and Delilah at the Opera House where 3000 attended, including Prime Minister Negrin and cabinet members. Fires and collapsing buildings followed as bombs struck working districts. a fifth raid was repelled by anti aircraft guns.
Dr. Inquart defied a ban on Nazi demonstrations as thousands of uniformed Nazis cheered his arrival. He warned that party emblems are prohibited and illegal activities must cease while hinting at concessions for Nazis in provincial government and municipalities.
The article reports on increased defence expenditure after the Imperial Conference decision. It outlines expanding militia to 40 000 45 000 personnel, adding a battleship, speeding air force production, and further mechanisation. A Melbourne meeting set for March will finalize defence plans and budget, with no income tax reductions planned.
The Queanbeyan P. and A. Association show drew a record gate of 290 pounds at the Queanbeyan Showground on Saturday. Visitors from far afield praised exhibits across sheep cattle and wool while Sir Heaton Rhodes and R H Rhodes of New Zealand inspected champions. A midafternoon Grand Parade drew strong applause as wood chopping finals and racing events produced close finishes and a single notable accident at a hurdle.
Reports from the second day describe trotting races led by Huon Rock and Iron Rule with distances around 1 mile and 1 1/2 miles. Winners by small margins and times around 3.3 to 3.4. The program also lists dog entries and breed results with judges and stewards noted.
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