British Eastern Fleet Threat to Close Foundries
Strong language from the Metal Trades employers in Britain warns they will close striking foundries if workers do not return by the deadline. A conference failed to settle the dispute and the association says it will honor the latest award variation, risking factory shutdowns.
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Bydney
The
Metal Trades Association
Moulders Workers
Tuseda
Waw
Metal Trades Employers’ Association
Atciking Foundries
Madrid Attack Hindered by Rain amid City Skirmishes
Madrid front reports say heavy rain slowed advances as government forces sought to break insurgent lines near the pivotal Tajuna Valley. Rebels claim advances and report seizure of a key supply route while munitions were later found aboard the Mar Fantabrico, including machine guns, ammunition belts, and flame throwers. Paris dispatch notes bomb attacks prompt four French cruisers to guard North Africa trade routes.
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London
Madrid
Tina Fama
Fghting Inc
Guadalajara
Kiatian
Univerity
Tajuna Valley
Te Onsen Roan
Madi
Mar Fantabrico
Bt. Juan de Luz
Santanda
Paris
Briday
North Africa
Boxing Title Challenge From Germany in Berlin
A heavyweight title bout was arranged for Berlin with Max Schmeling challenging for the world title. The event, tied to Nazi officials and a propaganda push, is planned for a stadium with an expected crowd of around 100 600.
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Berlin
Han Owen
Max Schmelling
Coksent
Latoe
London
T B Conference in London
Dr A J Collins of Sydney will repay the Commonwealth at a Domin i ole conference in London during May to discuss the treatment of tubercular disease. The conference has been arranged by Byrndrill Varriet Jones, director of Papworth hospital for MRL patients.
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A. J. Collins
Sydney
Commonwealth
London
Byndrill Varriet-Jones
Dua
Papworth Vill Ke
Navy Estimates Promise 80 New Ships and Escorts
In a Commons appearance Sir Samuel Hoare outlines Britain’s plans for 80 new ships and conversion of old cruisers into escorts to safeguard trade amid feared surface raiders. By year end 148 ships would be under construction including five battleships and four aircraft carriers, with anti-aircraft weapons emphasized to deter air attacks.
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London
Admiralty
Lemuel Hoare
House of Commons
Britain
Samuel Hoare
Far East
Sons
Samuel < Moore
Europe
Singapore
Weu Nol
Sif Samuel ‘Hoare
Dot
Bir Samuel
Btiton
Germany
Samuel
Italy
Abbott Appointed to Northern Territory Post at End of March
Mr C L A Abbott is named to a Northern Territory post with a salary of £1200 per year plus £100 allowance. The appointment takes effect at month end under the Northern Territory Administration Act and is at the Governor-General’s pleasure. Abbott, born May 1886, has NSW land and stock experience, mining studies in Queensland, and a prior NSW Police Department role. He served in WWI with the 12th Light Horse Regiment, rising to captain, and since 1925 was Member for Gwydir in the House of Representatives for the Country Party, minus a hiatus during the Seulin Government.
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A. V. Alsaander
Admiralty
Ha Dagan
Winston Churoniit
Britain
Northern Territory Administration
Mr. Anbatt
King's School
Parramatts
New South Wales
End
Queensland
12Th Light Horse Regiment
Gwydir
House of Representatives
Country Party
Italy's reprisals raise questions in Rome House
Italy begins reprisals and treaties in Addis Ababa. Britain reports planes hit by incident near Aden with poison gas linked to tax nonpayment. North West frontier troubles in India are reported distorted as broadcasts spread.
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Rome
Italy
Allangesgo
Ameast al Gaiber
Aden
India
Radio deal seals sale of four Australian stations
Sydney reported that Stuart F. Doyle, chair of the Australian Broadcasting Company and Compton Weaits Broadcasting Corp Ltd, announced the purchase from J. B. Chandler and Co of Brisbane. The deal includes Spa senras in tag robspasdde aarting and stations Toowoombe, 4 hdaryborougs, and Rockhampton 4RO, marking a strategic expansion of Australian broadcasting assets.
Five Days From Frisco Five Days From Frisco Sydney
Announcement of a Pan American Airways clipper service with New Zealand governments prompts efforts to start Tasman service linking the United States and New Zealand. Plans indicate test sails to New York within a few days, with expert schedule sights next week.
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Sydney
New Zealand
Pan American Airways Inc
US States
Teane Tasman
Iin
Aed
South African Aid to Airmen Reported
A scrambled note describes aid from South Africa to airmen including ships or aircraft and mentions New Zealand and Honolulu in connection with a forthcoming move or support. Details are unclear but reference to stations and personnel suggests wartime logistics and cooperation.
Prorogation sets stage for new Commonwealth session
The government plans a formal prorogation of the Commonwealth Parliament in Canberra within two weeks, enabling Governor General Lord Gowrin to open the new session on June 10. Legislation on trade marks patents and broader commerce issues may affect the schedule beyond a brief June opening.
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Canberra
Lord Gawrin
Stinson air disaster blamed on violent down current
Melbourne report on the Stinson airliner crash in the McPherson Range cites the Air Accidents Investigation Committee. It says a violent down current, far above the plane’s climbing power, dragged the craft into a tree, killing five. The pilots were experienced, weather was poor, and wreckage shows the starboard wing struck a tree at about 180 ft. Survivors say the aircraft and its crew were normal at impact.
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Sydney
Stinson
McPherson Range
Air Accidents Investigation Committee
Archdale Parkhill
Halyat
Lismore
Brisbane
Lan
Fitinea A
Peace or War Aim of Japanese
Partial OCR fragment discusses Japan's posture and possible paths between peace and war. No clear names, dates, or places are legible, but hints at wartime policy and neutrality questions. Full context unavailable.
Labour unity hopes rise as Curtin to attend conference
An announcement states Federal Labour Party leader Mr J Curtin will attend a Sydney conference, sparking interest in unity. More than 20 federated unions signed a pledge ahead of the next Federal Executive meeting, seeking intervention toward unification.
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Bydney
Federal Labour Party
Me. J. Curtin
Sydney
Pertheat
Darwin Patrel Sent Out For Pearlers 450 Men Afloat
Darwin Patrel dispatches pearlers as 450 men are reported afloat in the cyclone near the pearling fleet. Authorities say the danger is grave and rescue parties are mobilized but no firm status is available.
Cyclonic Influences Over N W Likely Next Five Days
Weather notes from Hew Boath Pimico predict widespread cyclone activity over N W region crossing Boothers Astras. Forecaster warns of tropical remnants moving toward Darwin and possible Sydney impact within five days. Overnight rain observed. outlook: unsettled and windy with possible showers as systems hold course.
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Hew Boath Pimico
Itr
Sturee
Darwin
Sydney
Trade talks with Canada break down in Canberra reports
Prime Minister teases Canada and Australia trade negotiations as Canadian cables reveal the government is surprised by the failure of a hoped for trade agreement. W B Ruler cited as a figure in the discussions amid confusion and shifting positions on the deal.
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Nati
Prime Minia Teease
Lene
Canada
Australia
Ge Minion
Commonwealthy
Straleter
Cammercs
W. B. Ruler
Untitled fragment on military recruitment and unit cohesion
Fragmentary report discusses new recruits and potential reorganization. Mentions Britain and possible steps toward forming a brigade unit. Notes uncertain details and references a family connection in the context of the draft.
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