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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 18, 1936
Page
1
A disrupted land crisis in Spain prompts government to extend the state of alarm for 30 more days. Peasants seize farms, regimental looting targets the president’s aunt, and officials struggle to restore order as protests surge across Madrid and surrounding areas.
After a four hour session the League Council drafted appeals for Germany to participate while France and Belgium lose the vote under Locarno. Germany’s acceptance awaited as London notes hopes for a favorable envoy and broader settlement amid tense diplomacy. Four Locarno Powers meet at dawn to discuss the Mosul precedents and Germany’s status.
Fr G Bincocks arrives in Rabaul stating Treasury officials fear tax intake is insufficient. Government had spent £80,000 on roads and buildings and budgeted for a £63,000 surplus, yet critics doubt the plan will raise enough revenue.
A heavy rain on the Dorrigo Glen In line caused a mite hauling on Ingm 10-007 to derail. The engine and cars piled in a heap after the train ran backwards down a declan bend. The rain crew jumped clear. no one was injured.
The Daily Telegraph reports M. Flandin will push the Franco-Soviet pact before the Hague Court to test compatibility with Locarno. France will demand Germany withdraw Rhineland troops if the verdict so requires. British circles fear only cautious steps can extend security for France and Belgium amid upcoming Locarno talks.
In Addis Ababa and Geneva reports depict Abyssinia rejecting direct negotiations via the League, with heavy fighting in the north. Iran delays under Article 16 of the Covenant as Italy occupies Abyssinian territory. The League receives protests and photographs over the massacre of road workers and their overseer Signor Rocca and wife, alleging brutal mutilations.
The Paris dispatch states French officials warn that Rhineland fortifications are a European problem affecting security. It argues strengthening Germany’s western defenses could allow 300,000 German troops to strike through Moltke and Belgium, heightening war prospects while weakening French military position.
In Frankfort an audience of 25 000 heard Hitler urge Germans to bury the hatchet with France yet warned against conceding sovereignty. He linked the issue to Versailles, offered 25 years of peace, and pledged reconciliation except one counter to his tour. Guards, band music, and a military tattoo marked the anniversary of conscription.
Sydney reports that H W Oakley, New Guinea director general, arrived amid doubt over Ludwig Schmidt the German sentenced to death on three murder charges. Officials say no white man has yet been executed in the Manhattan Territory and fear creating a precedent. Daley noted two other men with Bohmidt were mentioned.
Labour MP Mr Tonge asks if the government will prohibit birth control advertising amid migration spending by Australian governments and whether family and maternity allowances should be increased. The questions caused a stir in the chamber and public galleries as Mr Bruxner said considerations would be given.
Premier Aberhart announced a plan to call in Alberta bonds for replacement at three percent or less within ten days. The move aims to convert 160 million dollars of provincial debt and cut daily interest by about 70110 dollars while also seeking legislation to reduce high home mortgage rates. A new Alberta Retail team Code would unite retailers to curb abuses and empower price controls via Trade Departments to set and enforce maximum and minimum prices across products.
Singapore naval base and its stations to the Far East and Australia were discussed in Parliament. Churchill said the base is defensive, not offensive, intended to aid Britain’s empire and potential aid to Australia and New Zealand. The Admiralty noted revised defence schemes with total estimates at 60,080,000 pounds, up 9,480,000 from last year.
Richard and William Henry Parker, aged 30, were each fined £3 after being found guilty by Mr Reed, S.M., of entering a Water Reserve sanctuary near East Lake on the Best Lake golf course. They fired shotguns at ducks, knowingly defying sanctuary rules while carrying notices, seeking to shoot a couple of ducks.
In Cape Town on Monday the Australian tourists posted 318 in reply to Western Province's 198. Chipperfield anchored the innings with an unbeaten 107 helped by late-innings support from tail-enders. Western Province closed at 18 without loss.
In the House of Commons Somerset de Chair outlined Britain’s anti submarine device using a reflector ray to prevent submarines from entering torpedo range. He also cited Admiralty anti aircraft chips that could unleash a high volume of fire in harbour and ship defense.
The Government Committee reports on the British Broad Seating Commission recommends expanding Empire broadcasting and maintaining the 10 shillings license, extending a royal charter for 10 years, Postmaster General oversight of the Weensing wyetem, and a larger share of licence revenue for the corporation. It envisions a future where every school has a wireless receiving set.
A sparse crowd witnessed Australia face Western Province with McCormick and Blewers opening. Giants and Van Der Byl fell early to Richardson and O Reilly. Chipperfield stood firm as O Reilly claimed Van Der Bouy lbw. Scoring rose slowly until mid innings as Richardson and team built a total assault. Officials noted conference plans and highway commissions in Adelaide and Tramania amid labour concerns.
A dramatic Antarctic finding report by Mr. Lincoln Millworth and his plane is softened by official wording. The account notes a January 16 event at the Bay of Whales with parachute drops and observations, while describing climate challenges and pre flight preparations. Senate discussions highlighted the brave search by Discovery 11 amid imperial exploration history.
Doubt surrounds J Sullivan of Wigan captaining the Rug by League side to tour Australia as his wife recovers from recent surgery. The management committee gives Bullivan until March 28 to decide. In Bullivan’s absence J Brough may be chosen captain.
The Vatican organ Asservai Romano condemns Germany's Rhine reoccupation and treaty breach. It says recourse to force cannot justify breaking Locarno treaties and notes the issue has sparked a major stir in Rome.
Dantonex of Fort Kembla mine workers urged formation of four conciliation committees to meet with representatives of Australian Iron and Steel Ltd after a strike meeting in Wollongong on Tuesday.
The Conference of Hy uians today discussed reform settlements for the strike at Port Kembla. There are hopes the dispute will end within a few days.
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