Naval Giant Japanese Plans 55 000 Ton Ship Alarm Powers
The Manchester Guardian reports Tokyo plans a 55 000 ton battleship with 21 inch guns, alarming London powers. Advisors warned at the wartime conference that Britain faces an arms race and that Japan aims to raise ship size beyond Britain’s levels, potentially cutting costs by other nations.
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New Challenge Foretells Tight Butter Trade Control
London headlines report planned tighter controls on butter and cheese imports amid shipments and duties. Officials expect decisions next week as market watchers note possible rises in turnover and enforcement by authorities in Tooley Street and New Zealand trade links.
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London
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Perry in Form to Hold Hard Court Title
In London on Saturday Perry displayed strong form to defend the hard court title. She defeated Maing in straight sets 6-2 6-0, then edged stronger rivals in a back and forth final. The women's matches saw Seon speed past Senora Ligne 7-6 7-0 to claim a separate victory.
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Sudden Abdication and Budget Inquiry At Lloyds
The Daily Mail reports a London debate over Lloyds budget provisions and allegations of corrupt practices. It notes the chairmen's report to Neville Chamberlain may not be conclusive and suggests a Holset Committee of Inquiry could be appointed to take sworn evidence and compel document production.
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Emperor Selassie Abdicates and Flees to Djibouti
Geneva reports the Abyssinian emperor Haile Selassie has abdicated and fled Addis Ababa with the royal family. He travels toward Djibouti as ministers manage Ethiopian affairs to negotiate with Italy. The flight marks the collapse of organized resistance and hints that Badoglio will dominate Abyssinia once Addis falls.
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Emperor Haile Selassie Defies Peace Talks Amid Addis Ababa Crisis
Amid escalating Addis Ababa fighting Haile Selassie pledges to resist Italy with no direct peace talks. Emperors speech calls for defense from the hilltop palace while legation guards tighten, and international advisers debate League action and possible exile in France if defeat comes.
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Italy
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American hurt as looting described in chaotic Manila scene
Disjointed report notes an American injured during looting in Manila. It mentions portable radio apparatus aiding emergency communication, a United States correspondent wounded while trying to reach the mob, and references to others affected amid chaotic streets and damaged buildings.
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Italy Awaits Fall of Addis Ababa
Italian news reports suggest imminent seizure of Addis Ababa as military actions intensify. Observers describe cautious optimism among Italian officials while rebel factions and Ethiopian forces prepare for a decisive confrontation in the capital.
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Treasury Secretary Foresees Rising Deficit in 1937
Secretary Morgenthau told the Senate that the tax bill for corporations would raise the Treasury deficit to about 5.986 million dollars by year end, with a 1937 deficit projected around 115 million. He estimates the public debt to reach roughly 37.468 billion dollars by the end of fiscal 1937, reflecting costs of the soldier bonus.
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Protest Against Hanging In Dubbo Meeting
A Dubbo gathering of concerned citizens convened last night to condemn capital punishment. Prominent locals including Hickey, Thaaver, Flickey, and Bare Iney Toll attended. A letter from a state penitentiary inmate was read, requesting friends’ support to obtain clemency, while the condemned man expressed belief in grace and Heaven.
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Emperors dash from capital confirmed by Addis Ababa dispatch
London greeted the news of the Abyssinian Emperor's dash with incredulity before a British ministerial telegram confirmed the event. Eden held a lengthy conference with War Office officials, then attended a dinner in Leamington where the envoy spoke on imperial aims and covenants.
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Shorter Week Censure Motion Targets Government
The Opposition plans an Incensure motion in parliament criticizing the Government for failing to promote a shorter working week in Australia. It argues the policy is adopted abroad and that mechanisation threatens jobs, urging an inquiry and prompt action while delaying until the Taxation Bill is finished.
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Chase Ends American Gangster Caught New Orleans
Saturday, Alvin Karpis, Public Enemy No 1, was seized by a Justice Department squad led by J Edgar Hoover after a three year manhunt. No shots were fired. Karpis faced kidnapping charges tied to Willem Haram and Hl. G. Bre mer. Fred Hunter, a bank robber, was also captured.
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Road crash near Canberra injures driver as Kingston flees
A 6:20 am collision near Cya fou Interavetion of Cya fou resulted in injuries to a Duntroon resident and shock for a passenger. Parcival Kingston escaped with minor injuries after the crash involving two small cars. police report timing and location indicate the incident occurred on a main road near Canberra Hospital.
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