Alberta Premier breaks with Major Douglas after London ultimatum
Edmonton Alberta Tues Premier Mr Aberhart severed all ties with Major Douglas after a caucus backed a cable ultimatum demanding acceptance of Douglas terms. The Douglas proposal urged immediate tax cuts and debt redemption as essential for Alberta social credit and social dividends.
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Australia
Steel works may call for volunteers
Sydney news reports that management at the Australian firm has not resumed work as of next week. They consider inviting all employees to return on the old basis with a pledge of no victimisation.
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Gihuring Baling
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Aberhart urged by Australian Social Credit to push first state
The Australian Social Credit movement cables Mr. Aberhart urging him to honour world wide obligations and create the first Social Credit State in Alberta. They warn non acceptance could bring disaster with repercussions delaying release from finance fetters. They claim Aberhart lacks clear understanding of how Douglas's time and ideals could be implemented.
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Abyssinia Bombers Hit Addis Ababa and Harar
Italian air raids struck Addis Ababa and Harar while a new drop supplied four machine guns rifles revolvers and 10 000 rounds to Gojjam rebels. Loyal troops recovered the arms. Jijiga bombings spurred workers to churn out gas masks though they are ineffective against modern gas.
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Addis Ababa
Debate on Abyssinian Front and Rhineland Moves
In the House, Mr. Casey, for External Affairs, said reports show little military action on Abyssinian fronts in the past fortnight and optimism grows for an early settlement. Germany’s Rhineland reoccupation delayed the March 18 meeting to March 23, with the League committee to press peace talks.
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League of Nations
Germany Rejects Rhineland Withdrawal and Demands Equality
Berlin replies to Locarno proposals refuses to withdraw troops from the Rhineland and will negotiate only on equality while elections are pending. It criticizes the White Paper as unhelpful and warns that any peace built on divisions would defame Germany. The return to sovereignty is cited as the basis for a lasting peace.
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Cabinet Approves Million Pound Order for Reconnaissance Planes
Cabinet approves a 1 067 000 pound expenditure to fulfil a 1 000 000 pound order for Avco Anson twin engined reconnaissance aircraft. The purchase, part of a 7 000 000 pound defence package, is already being prepared by the British manufacturer ahead of parliamentary approval. Factories are said to be able to meet the Australian demand.
Executed Schmidt Walked Firmly to Gallows
Ludwig Schmidt was hanged at 6 30 am for the murder of natives in Rabaul. The execution was witnessed by three officials and police with no natives present. He declined appeal and walked to the gallows with a firm, calm step after receiving last rites.
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French Cry of No Negotiation with Germany
Paris reports a fierce French press barrage against any talks with Germany. French public opinion would be shocked by leaving the League, but the government signals farewell to the Versailles Treaty unless Germany shifts position. Mussolini’s stance remains undecided amid comparisons to Italy's sanctions.
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France Seeks Full Terms Before Talks With Germany
The Times reports Paris demands the White Paper in full and warns France may halt talks if Germany does not offer at least a symbolic concession. British disappointment grows as calls to loosen the German stance intensify amid election uncertainty in France. Brussels notes ex Premier Jasper reiterates no deletions from the White Paper despite negotiator hopes.
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Turkey Likely Demands Demilitarized Zone Abolition
Restive Turkey presses for abolition of the demilitarized zone amid growing tensions. Ankara signals possible policy shift and increased regional assertiveness.
Hitler Urges Peace While Rejecting Special Treatment
Berlin report: Adolf Hitler addresses a crowd of about half a million insisting Germany seeks a secure and equal peace but refuses to submit to subjugation. He proclaims iron will and equal honor among nations while rejecting any strictures that would ensnare Germany.
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Queen Mary clears Clyde for sea voyage amid cheering crowds
Britain's new giant liner Queen Mary moves from Clyde yards to the open sea amid thunderous cheers. Tugboats guide the ship past Beardmore Bend and Bowling, with the keel touching bottom twice but no damage reported. The voyage toward Southampton begins after a brief standstill and favorable wind.
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Interview with Von Ribbentrop rejects Locarno proposals
In an exclusive Daily Mail interview, Herr Von Ribbentrop says Germany rejects Locarno Powers proposals as they cause excessive suffering in Germany. He condemns the mentality behind the proposals and insists on Germany's stance.
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Germany Rejects Versailles Spirit With New Proposals
In a speech Herr Hitler stated Europe should be divided no more and Germany would not tolerate discrimination. Herr Von Ribbentrop added that Hitler’s forthcoming proposals would promote peace and cooperation, though he would not disclose their specifics.
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Europe
Germany
Labour shifts stance on tariffs and breaks with monopoly in iron and steel
In a surprise policy move, the Labour Party says it will back protection only when benefiting industries meet duties to consumers and workers. Curtin attacks Broken Hill Proprietary for overworking staff and monopoly power, citing 12 hour shifts and a 3000 strike at Port Kembla, while others debate tariff specifics and duties on plate and sheet.
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White); I take strong exception to that and ask that it be withdrawn. _ Mr. Ward
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Gunmen kill Admiral Henry Boyle Somerville in Cork
In Cork a group of gunmen murdered Admiral Henry Boyle Somerville, age 72. A car carried away the assailants after the shooting as Somerville’s marriage links to Sydney's Sir George Wigram Allan are noted.
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Sydney
Interest rate debate rocks parliament in Canberra
Questions to Treasurer Mr Casey reveal dissatisfaction with government policy as MPs from the United Australia Party urge action to curb rising rates. Mr Casey notes the Commonwealth Bank could act to prevent further increases, provoking a contentious exchange in the House of Representatives.
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Italo Abyssinian Peace Negotiations Open in London
Senor Os Madariaga opened negotiations at St James Palace with both sides to seek a settlement of the Italo Abyssinian dispute within the League Covenant framework. He is expected to stay in London for a few days as talks continue.
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London
Questions on Commonwealth Bank powers in currency control
The debate centers on whether the Commonwealth Bank has full power to shape currency policy and if its authorities need tightening. Mr Casey defers judgment pending the Royal Commission on Banking while considering Professor Copeland’s claim that a 18 month unfavourable trade balance tied to higher interest rates. The discussion touches on central bank duties, influence of trading banks, and possible government investigations into bank opinions.
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