06 May 1938
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 06, 1938
Page
1
Chinese forces report a 12 mile push north of Taierchwang along the Shanghai-Lungival railway, claiming impending Japanese encirclement between Tancheng and Jehowhu. Japanese response is muted as fresh Japanese operations near Wahu are barely acknowledged amid chaotic front reports.
A Canberra plan proposes forming a Wanding committee to review recent al ees recenaria. The proposal was tabled in the House of Representatives and referred to Cabinet for consideration after Prime Minister Lyons indicated opposition. The episode follows the aborted transfer of administrative offices to the Institute of Anatomy, deemed illegal under the Musselim Agreement Act and the museum site reservation.
A motor vessel named Port John ran aground about 40 miles from Gladstone during a micro voyage from Canada to Australia. This marks the fifth grounding in five weeks around Queensland waters, with authorities noting dangerous conditions and ongoing investigation while a tug stands by and ships await salvage. Captain Aurch, deputy director of navigation, comments on the perilous maritime route and dense navigational danger in open waters around Australia.
Washington officials and British observers discuss possible domestic action as a proposed Triangular arrangement on the dollar faces skepticism. The Treasury secretary and others weigh the franc, pound, and dollar dynamics amid market and policy pressures.
Unclear text reports a cold snap affecting Sydney with warnings of near freezing temperatures and unsettled conditions throughout the day. The fragment mentions a prior and ongoing chill with temperatures dropping below the freezing point in places.
A garbled note cites President Daly of Eire and a quoted pledge of duty. The text references a first election act and a commitment to voluntary service, though the transcription is unclear on dates or full names. Further context is needed to confirm exact figures or offices involved.
The Finance Minister announced a formal depreciation of the franc amid nationwide broadcast. The premier stated long-held aim to lead the country toward economic tests, while authorities warned State economy faced draining pressures from the currency shift.
In the House of Commons Labour MP Mr Bandera raised questions about government statements on aircraft orders. Lord Winterton defended expansion in industry noting increased machine output despite latent unemployment factors. The exchange highlighted concerns over Britain’s aircraft sector and job protection amid wartime production.
Patrick James Pryor testifies before the Bankruptcy Court that four colleagues at Australian Gouiting Company operated a high interest lending scheme. He owes £480 total, including £114 to pine money ender. Pryor says he began borrowing in 1923 to help his brother Lawrence Mage Pryor, while Official Receiver Mr. Nette condemns the brother’s ethics. The examination was unusual.
A public inquiry in Canberra led by Sir William Clemens focuses on the Canberra Dairy Footy Ltd and the milk supply amid a dramatic incident. A 14 ton steam roller ran away near Canberra, crashing into a tower base and causing damage as evidence is heard at the Supreme Court.
Hollywood analysts report veteran actors struggle at the box office amid rival payments and shifting contracts. Theatre owners caution the industry avoids personal attacks while noting star salaries and long term deals pressure aging stars like Garbo and others to adapt to modern pictures.
Parliament faced a heated debate as Treasurer Cosy warned of a heavier defence burden under a 270.2 million budget. Leader Forde urged tighter spending and a committee review, while Henry Gullett criticized borrowing. A motion to cut the loan from 410.3 million to 7.5 million failed, with calls to tax to fund defence rather than borrow against posterity.
The Davis Cup player Von Cram, currently in custody, will face trial in Berlin on May 14. authorities state the case involves charges arising from the recent onthe occurrences.
NZ reports widespread floods in Auckland and surrounding areas on Thursday. Rivers have overflowed in Hawkes Bay and several regions, causing extensive livestock losses including thousands of sheep and cattle.
Fragmented text appears to discuss a Rome conference and central European situation with references to Czechs and negotiations. Key entities and dates are unclear due to damaged OCR. The piece hints at discussions between nations and potential future clarity on Anglian or German terms, but specifics are not discernible.
Report describes Adolf Hitler and Benito Mussolini planning to welcome the German leader during his Naples visit. Mussolini to coordinate ceremonies while German lines and defence preparations unfold. Government actions include fortifications in Bohemia as war industries prepare for expansion.
Berlin dispatch reports Italian admission to the Axis alliance amid discussion of unification and German interests. Goering hails the visit as more than diplomacy, framing the Axis as a basis for European peace.
Australia resumes with strong batting at Oxford as Fingleton McCabe Brown Bradman and Waite star in a display that sees Australia reach hundreds with a confident pace. Oxford’s bowlers struggle as openers Brown and Fingleton forge a steady start and the innings builds with the ball finding the ropes for frequent boundaries.
Testimony to Parliament's Public Works Committee revealed doctors using the outpatient department to admit private patients at Canberra Hospital. The board faced questions over expense to the Commonwealth and taxpayers as it considered reforms to control admissions and costs.
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