Anglo French Rift Over Note to Berlin
Paris was not consulted Britain protested Germany's action as Berlin sought Sir John Simons visit France may take separate course France likely to lodge a formal protest to Berlin over unilateral armament changes The British note protests unilateral policy shifts while France disapproves Britain acted without French briefing Editorial notes strained Germany France relations but not universally understood
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London
Hitler
John Simon
Germany
Daily Telegraph
France
M. Poncet
Berlin
Sir John Simon
Britain
Adens
Britain backs League as core policy at Stratford
Lord Privy Beal speaking as Captain Anthony Eden reaffirms that British foreign policy rests on membership in the League. He asserts the main aim is a collective peace system and pledges never to abandon the League concept as world dangers grow.
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London
Stratford-on-Avon
Privy Beal
Anthony Eden
League
U S A Weighs Protest Note Over Germany Actions
The New York Times reports a Roosevelt Hull and Davis meeting to consider a formal protest to Germany while asserting rights under the peace treaty. No immediate action planned as stock markets react to German developments and heightened precautionary selling.
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New York
Germany
Washington
New York Times
Roosevelt
Tate
Hull
Norman Davis
Geneva
Ti Wan
Disapproval of British Note Across Paris Press
Paris newspapers from right to left condemn the British note and say Franco British cooperation has collapsed. Echo de Paris calls the events deplorable and fault Sir John Simon for deceived expectations. Petit Parisien warns France will not accept mild protests and suggests rapid Eastern and Danube pacts without Germany.
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Paris
Echo de Paria
John Simon
France
Germany
Note Welcomed in Berlin Amid Diplomatic Talks
Berlin notes welcome the London communique until negotiations on main points prove difficult. Sir John Simon’s visit is set as a sign of easing tension, while the British stance dampens hopes for a joint Britain France Italy action and favors direct consultation to reach a clear solution.
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Berlin
Nasl
Deutsche Allgemeine Zeitung
London
John Simon
Britain
France
Italy
England
German Army Size Debate Highlights 1930s Plans
The Daily Telegraph notes Germany’s General Staff prefers 21 divisions aligned with French organization and dismisses 36 divisions for lacking mechanised support. Berlin weighs conscription to negotiate with Britain, while Hitler signals no western expansion but foresees war with Russia within 30 years.
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London
Daily Telegraph
von Fritech
Herr Hitler
Britain
Germany
Russia
Berlin visit invitation remains open amid British protest
Germany signals willingness for a British Foreign Secretary Sir John Simon and Lord Privy Seal Anthony Eden to visit Berlin within the framework of prior agreed aims. Britain protests Germanys March 16 conscription and expansion of the army, warning that unilateral armament steps threaten a broader European settlement and alliance security.
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London
Germany
Berlin
John Simon
Anthony Eden
Baron von Neurath
Europe
League of Nations
Singutattet
Tsa H
Ber
Akeres P
West Indies win fourth Test as England falters
Kingston Jamaica report says West Indies defeated England by an innings and 61 runs in the fourth Test. Constan tine and Martindale upset English batting with shock pace changes and medium pace leg breaks. England collapsed after lunch, Hammond held the innings briefly as the captain George Grant sprained during play.
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Kingston
Jamaica
West Indies
England
Constantine
Martindale
Iddon
Townsend
Hendren
Ames
Endera
Express
Holmes
Hammond
Smith
Farnes
George Grant
Water Board Election Invalidated Amid Labor Ballot Papers Fight
In a swift session the government halted the Metropolitan Water and Sewerage Board election and extended its life by one month. The Inner Group of the Lang Labour Party supervised ballot papers in 13 municipalities and collected blank ballots from Labour aldermen, prompting accusations of tyranny and secret ballot violations. The bill passed all stages and was sent to the Government printer with the aim of a fresh election devoid of irregularities.
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Sydney
Legislative Assembly
Metropolitan Water and Sewerage Board
Lang Labour Party
Seoking
Stevens
J.J. Graves
Water Board
Trades Hall
Alexandria
Lang
Stevena
Newtown Town Hall
Nottingham to Drop Leg Theory
The Daily Express reports plans to abandon leg theory by Nottingham bowlers this season. Larwood aims for medium paced off spin while Voce focuses on slow bowling without bumping.
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London
Daily Express
Nottingham
Larwood
Voce
England Defeats West Indies in Drawn Test with Key Absence
The match ended with England securing a draw as both captains were unavailable due to injuries. Wyatt missed with a fractured jaw after a ball strike, dampening West Indian hopes while England pursued a cautious tactical win. The scoreboard shows several wickets with Martindale and Constantine influential in the English bowling.
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Wyatt
England
MEAT EXPORTS TO COVER TIME FOR NEGOTIATIONS
The acting Prime Minister Dr Page said the partial lifting of the mutton and lamb export embargo aims to resume shipments while negotiations with London proceed. Britain agreed to add 45 000 cwt to the 406 000 cwt quota. Despatch permits by slow boats would reach England after July 1, delaying normal freights until the usual shipping period.
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Sydney
Dr. Page
London
England
Department of Commerce
Great Britain
Germany Ends Secrecy with Draft and Army Reorganization
An official statement argues that Germany’s disclosure of military plans restores balance and prompts productive talks on European issues. Experts discuss a broad defence buildup including fleet additions and the role of Jews in the new army, potentially forming special construction units and barred from carrying arms.
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Germany
Europe
German Defence Oe on an anial entit Logic and y
German defense official scolds foreign public for lack of gratitude. The statement argues the world should be thankful and urges recognition of efforts.
Von Ludendorff backs general conscription law
In Berlin on Monday General Von Ludendorff, controversial World War commander, expressed warm approval for the general conscription law. He declined to answer whether he would accept supreme command of the new army if offered.
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Berlin
Hitler
von Ludendorff
Delegation's Cables on Meat Issue Aboard Otranto
Radio operation aboard the RMS Otranto at Bea faces heavy pressure from the Australian delegation. Wireless staff of three cope with a near continuous flow of official messages between the ship and Australia and London as well as regular passenger business.
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R.M.S. Otranto
Bea
Otranto
Who
Australia
London
Crisis in Victoria Melbourne Severs Party Ties
A joint conference of the Parliamentary Country Party and Central Council votes 27 to 14 to sever ties with the Composite The Premier Sir Stanley Argyle plans to meet Parliament as a likely all UAP ministry forms. Deputy Premier Dunstan will obey the decision and some ministers may follow suit.
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Melbourne
Country Party
Central Council
Stanley Argyle
U.A.P
Dunelan
England
Empire Parliamentary Association
Parliamentary Country Party
Dunstan
Moesers
Allan
Goudle
A. L. Bussau
M.L.A
W. E. Kelly
Ballarat
New South Wales and Western Australia Draw In Cricket Match
Perth report says Western Australia were dismissed for 272 in their first innings. New South Wales replied 155 behind at 427 for five. Taafe top scored for NSW with 101 not out in the first innings, while Fallowfield led NSW in the second innings with 57 not out as the match ended in a draw.
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Perth
Western Australia
New South Wales
Taafe
Little
Gardiner
Marks
R. Bryant
Jones
Chipnerfield
Halcombe
Robinson
Fallowfield
F. Bryant
Chipperfield
Oldfield
Theak
Rowe
Campbell
St. Oldfield
Campbell Gardiner
Robinnom
Ae Ditch
Farnes
Lovelock
Brown
Zimbalis
Delegation Messages Reveal Meat Trade Dispatches
Compelled to work 16 hours daily, the delegation recorded over 10 000 words received and about 8000 sent during the voyage. Messages, largely coded, targeted the meat question with London directing many entries.
White Paper cites Indian princes criticisms of India Bill
In the House of Commons the Secretary for India Sir Samuel Hoare introduced the White Paper presenting the princes critiques of the Government of India Bill. He stated the document shows the princes have not withdrawn from their positions.
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London
House of Commons
General Smuts as Viceroy? Calcutta Discussion
Calcutta reports nationalist circles sending a message about General Smuts becoming the next Viceroy of India replacing Earl Wandington, amid calls for federation. Critics focus on drafting technique rather than political aims, and discussions between the Princes and the Government are hoped to settle points to satisfy Princes and Parliament.
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Calcutta
Re el Lish
Emuta
India
Earl Wallington
All India Federation
Admiralty Censures Officers After Hood Collision
The Admiralty censured naval officers following a collision involving the Hood and Renown in the Bay of Antry. Rear Admiral Bailey and Captain Tower were found not guilty of negligence at court martial, receiving severe reprimands and resuming command.
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Bay of Antry
Bailey
Tower
Hood
New Zealand flyers killed in training crash
Flying Officer Nixon and Pilot Officer Colin Kirkley, both from New Zealand, died when the aircraft they were in crashed during flight instruction at the air ing school. The plane fell from about 2000 feet after a portion of the wing broke away. Nixon’s canopy was only partly open as he hit the ground.
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London
Nixon
Colin Kirkley
New Zealand
Kirkley
Campbell sails home as Blue Bird awaits better beaches
Daytona Beach reports Sir Malcolm Campbell plans to sail back from New York on March 34 despite uncertain beach conditions for the Blue Bird world speed title. In related seafaring news, Bobbie Pearce offers to defend his world sculling title at the regatta for 4000 dollars with organizers seeking challengers from England or the United States.
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Daytona Beach
Malcolm Campbell
New York
Halip
Bobbie Pearce
England
United States
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