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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 26, 1937

Page

1

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Victim Identified in Creek Road Tragedy Theories Rise

Police in Sydney report the victim of a fatal attack near Millie Creek is identified as Brown, 34, a wool cutter from Victoria Wrest. Investigators say the head wound and unclear clues point to a violent assault. the case draws speculation about motives and potential suspects including Dr. Hunter and local officers.

Sydney Victoria

Empire Defence and Imperial Conference Hear Details

Confidential details of Britain's 1.5 billion rearmament plan were revealed at the Imperial Conference. Mr Lyons chaired the session with discussions on Commonwealth policy, Australian autonomy, and joint defence coordination while upcoming meetings will shape the Empire’s emergency readiness and interunit cooperation.

London Britain Dominions Ir. Lyone Associated Press

Wages and Hours Bill Introduced in Congress

President Roosevelt urged Congress to extend social progress with a maximum 40 hour week and a 40 cent minimum wage. The bill proposes a flexible Labor Standards Board able to reduce hours to 30 and bans child labor, mirroring the National Recovery Act.

Washington Dent Roosevelt Congress Larbour Standard Board Spigras Interia

Lyons Named Possible Chair for Inter State Commission

A bill in the Commonwealth Parliament next month would re establish the Inter state Commission to study relations between the Commonwealth and States. Fraviainn may be named for appointment as chair, with a high standing politician considered. Lyons was pointed out years ago as a suitable appointee.

Melbourne Commonwealth Interatute Commission Grants Commission Fraviainn Commission Lyons

Defence tax plan revised in Finance Bill

Mr. Neville Chamberlain said the national defence tax would affect about 45 000 concerns. He explained in the House of Commons that substantial modifications were made to the Finance Bill to implement the tax amid protests and debate.

London Neville Chamberlain Chamberlain House of Commons

Balloon fire sparks mixed tax talks in London markets

London reports indicate Chancellor facing tax concessions criticism as markets opened quietly. Commentators from The Times and Manchester Guardian debate the reduced benefits of the amended tax and political implications for Chamberlain and the National Government amid inflation and public discontent.

London Mout Nhares House of Commons Representatives of Business and Finance Ual Pickard Tire Manchester Adda Chamberlain Birmin Mr. Chamberlain

Colonisation Talks in Dutch East Indies

Tokyo reports a minister stating Japan seeks to acquire and develop raw materials abroad and open overseas markets. He says such moves toward free trade and resource access are steps toward peace and war prevention.

Tokyo Free ‘Trade Association Japan

Nudist cult dispute heard in General Sessions

John Lennie appealed a maintenance order to his wife over 2 shillings per week. He claimed she joined nudist activities and left due to in laws and intolerable marriage. The judge questioned the living arrangements and noted the couple’s nudist involvement and disputed allegations before dismissing the appeal.

Melbourne John Stewart Lennie Lennie Lensie Bla Wite Foster Abe Sudan Aha Dandenong Eggleston Clent Lanaie Maw Alfred Ryder Ohn Lenoia Clvi Witmans Balranald Girie Olin Tever Ying | Mia

Baldwin Farewell Speech at Empire Banquet

Mr Baldwin delivered a farewell public speech at a banquet with imperial premiers in Greavenor. About 1200 guests attended representing the Empire. He toasted the British Commonwealth and urged unity, stressing the Empire should exist to help the world and promote shared ideals. He warned against overdefining the constitution, saying too much definition could split the Empire.

London MM. Baldwin Greavenor “Loune Empire Thay Mare Baldwin Imperial Conference

Desert Rescue Progress Report From Remote Party

A message relayed by Flight Lieutenant Liaut Haly from Sir Herbert Gepp reports the marooned party is well with sufficient food at Banka. The rescue lorry advanced 50 miles through sand and covered a further 90 miles to reach the landing point Fi ’tort. Flight-Lieut. Hely expects further contact with the party by Thursday.

Liaut Haly Herbert Gepp Sir Herbert Hely

Marine Inquiry Opens After Wreck Believed Fatal

Police recovered the body of a 43 year old American man from a vessel wrecked at sea last May. Court ruling confirms authority to begin formal inquiry into the incident and its subjects.

Sydney

Bishop's Refusal of Medal Casts Light on Beers of Bt Jenep

A fragmented report from Leeton notes a bishop refused a medal during a Beers of Bt Jenep event. The item, dated Tuesday, hints at undercurrent tensions and unclear alliances surrounding the award and participants.

Leeton Bicap Dwyer Wanee Jenep

Ambassadors Seek Volunteer Withdrawal Accord in Spanish War

Geneva reports quote Sener Delvayo opposing a truce until volunteers are withdrawn. Rome notes Italy’s stance to avoid motive questions and demands assurance the British aim is not a mediation or truce but withdrawal of all foreign combatants on both Loyalist and insurgent sides.

Geneva Bpanida Sener Delvayo Rome Dairy Mall Italy

Proposed Truce Crisis Talks Rattle London Amid War Debates

Fragmentary notes from London outline discussions on a proposed truce and humanitarian operations. The text references Portugal and Italy, mentions Basque issues, and notes damage from recent bombardment amid uncertain travel and banking uncertainties.

Turstay statement to Commission in Mackay case

A statement to the Starting Price Commission by Mr Mackay was referred to the Commission. The lawyer said his client did not plead for money and disputed that Mackay implied altering judgments for their men. He urged cautious consideration of the criminal case.

Sydney Turstay Potlee Commingionar Mackay

The Late J. D. Rockefeller Funeral Rites Noted

The obituary notes the death of J. D. Rockefeller with a brief funeral notice. Details are scant but confirm the passing and implied funeral observances.

Civil List debate on Labour objection to monarchy funding

Labour members challenged the Civil List provision while Winston Churchill urged revision. Neville Chamberlain moved motions to influence royalty funding and governance, arguing for limited provision and greater public scrutiny amid concerns about monarchy costs and public sentiment.

Lanpong Iob Bahalf Winn MY Neville Shamberlain Atlioe Labour Jace Atatirs Attive Oman Seamona Churchil

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