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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 28, 1937

Page

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Balkan Pact warning sparks tense Athens banquet scene

At a Athens banquet honoring the visiting Turkish Premier General nis of the Balkan Pact, President Kemal Mustapha Pasha warned that any allied Balkan state opposing the pact would face exposure to the sun. The Balkan Pact includes Turkey Greece Romania and Yugoslavia and pledges unity against Berlin and Rome policies.

Athens Turkey Kemal Mustapha Pasha Nis Greece Rumania Kerala

Lyons Eyes Pacific Pact Conference in Australia

The Associated Press reports Mr Lyons discussed inviting Pacific Powers to Australia for a conference on a Pacific Pact. He seeks preliminary talks and a multilateral mechanism to resolve disputes amid US and Japan non adherence to the League. Yoshida favors Tokyo as venue but has no instructions from Tokyo.

London Associated Press Lyons Australia Ambalaador Yoshida Tokyo Japan Mr. Yoshida Yemaraa Churchill Mr. Lyons Aly United States League

Resignation Expected as MacDonald Leaves Cabinet

London reports Mr. Rams ey Kevonaid’s resignation anticipated and Mr. Chamberlain to announce minor changes in the evening. Cabinet meeting ends with the retirement of Mr. im and Me MacDonald from the Cabinet in the morning session.

London Sso ROE King Will Ramsey Kevonaid Hjo Chamberlain MacDonald Cabinet

Cabinet Speculation Potters Over British Lineup

London rumor mill swirls around Neville Chamberlain's cabinet tomorrow night with likely reshuffles. Names floated include Anthony Eden and Malcolm MacDonald. departures from the Board of Trade loom as Samuel Hoare or others could step in.

London Tursday Tor Iireks Wuemes Neville Chamberlain Chatcelior Hraan Wipon Color Halisham High Chuna Bir Kingsley Wood Heath Lord Swinton Alr Thomas Trakip Anthony Eden

German plea at Paris exhibition seeks food security and peace

Dr Schacht, German finance minister, spoke at the Paris exhibition opening the German Pavilion. He argued Germany alone among nations lacks sufficient food at home or abroad, warning that only expansion could secure lasting peace in Europe and the world.

Thome Europe

Police Dismissal Case Dismissed in New South Wales

The Full Court reserved its decision in a special case by Ernest Harold Fletcher seeking £10,000 damages from the Government of New South Wales for wrongful dismissal. Fletcher’s counsel argued for better pay and job security to attract men of character to the police force.

Sydney Ernest Harold Fletcher Fletcher Government of New South Wales Jr Watt ICC Helseme Mr. Watt

Increased Salaries for Commoners Across Members

A brief notice indicates salary hikes for members categorized as commoners, detailing increases for employees and the impacted group, with emphasis on applying new pay scales across divisions.

Rescue Party Struggles in Desert Sands

A stranded party led by Herbert Gapa faces mounting difficulties crossing desert terrain near Melbouquane. They navigate circuitous routes between ridges, hope for clearer paths, and seek guidance from Lieutenant Hely as they anticipate three to four more days of travel and a tougher leg ahead.

Desert Thi Yand Wight Ciautenant Hely Sundhilla

Italian Ambassador Outlines Mansolini’s View at State Department

The Italian Ambassador met with the State Department and presented Mansolini’s position. The New York Times notes President Roosevelt may act on the suggestion in due course, though no firm plan is disclosed.

Washington State Department Mansolin Roosevelt Carma Jain New York Times Roosevelt Loast

Britain Ahead of Schedule in Rearmament Programs

The First Lord of the Admiralty, Sir Sumpel Hoops, told Imperial Conference delegates that Britain’s rearmament programs are ahead of schedule. The IF Committee, with Mr Casey as chair, met to discuss Antarctic territories and related developments since the last conference, but the discussion was adjourned for a few days.

London Admiralty Sumpel Hoops Imperial Conference IF Committee Casey Antarctic Imperix

Mussolini's Role Cited in European Arms Talks

The Washington NYT correspondent reports no official comment from the State Department on Mussolini joining the Arms Limitation Conference if Roosevelt initiates. Wells says no direct approach from Italy and hints America should not be expected to lead. Berippe Howard papers note Mussolini holding a bettable position in Europe’s armament poker game.

London Washington New York Times Mr. Wells Signor Mussolini Roosevelt Ftation Wells America Berippe-Howard Mass Unt Eutrope Britain Mailer

British Recruiting Policy Discussed in House of Commons

Dominion Secretary Mr Mal elm MacDonald told MPs that recruiting offices in the Dominions were used in South Africa and that the Tutorial Government was consulting with Dominions on similar arrangements for army and navy. Existing arrangements already covered the sea service.

London Dominion Malelm MacDonald House of Commons Arshus Ryans Dominions South Africa

Democrats Win Amsterdam Election Led by Dr Colijn

Dutch general elections produced a Democrats win led by Dr Colijn gaining about 40 percent more votes than in 1933. Across the country the result contrasted with isolated incidents as a poll dispute and a hospitalized woman were reported. The Dutch National Socialist Party made gains amid German influence expectations for seats in the Lower Chamber.

Amsterdam Democrats Colijn Fred Jals Revalver National Socialist Party Santer

French plane downed by rebel fighters over Bayonne Bilbaa

A French airliner operated by Air Pyrenes on a Bayonne Bilboa route was attacked by insurgents. The crew reported being followed by several fighters and the plane was hoisted into combat as passengers and mails were lost in the crash near Tegeltne.

Bilbao Tegeltne Nieine Oy Air Fyrenes Lad Bayonne Bilbéc Gail Gall

Australia seeks concessions as talks shift from bilateral trade

Australian officials push for Dominion input after England and United States move beyond bilateral discussions. Mr Casey notes Ottawa national emphasis on dairy and fruit. Australia urges reciprocal tariff reductions and Imperial preference to ease economic tensions.

London England United States Casey Norman Davies America Australia Ottawa

Trust Fund Stock Exchange Decision

Trust fund recommended by the Sydney Stock Exchange at a special general meeting to benefit the public as future sufferings from member faults may occur. Rules to be drafted and submitted to a special meeting of members for approval.

Sydney

Egypt Admitted to League of Nations Membership

The League Assembly unanimously admitted Egypt to the League of Nations. Poland said the Abyssinian question unsettled them while Mexico registered opposition to excluding Abyssinia from the league.

Egypt Geneva League Assembly League of Nations Poland Leagie Dalewate Abyanin

Murder Trail: Car Burned in Newtown Garage

A partially garbled report notes a car was burned in a Newtown garage after being driven away earlier. It mentions a suspect with a black tool and hints at possible links to NSW or Queensland authorities or garb. Further details are unclear due to text damage.

Newtown New South Wales Queensland

Unborn Heir To Earldom Of Londesborough At Stake

The earldom of Londesborough appears extinct after the late Earl left Saxon at 42 and died without issue. The barony is recorded as passing to cousin Captain E W Dealton though the widow expects a child this year. If a son is born he would inherit. if a daughter, the title would pass to the late Earl’s daughter as Lady.

London Eari Lodesborough An Eari Deniaon Londesborough Royal College of Hersids

Woman Given Another Chance

Ettie Violet Benn, with 38 prior convictions including offences related to sorcery, sought declaration as an habitual criminal in New South Wales. Judge White refused the application, denying an additional chance and upholding the original sentence.

Sydney New South Wales White Ettie Violet Benn

Berlin to suspend link with Vatican rowe

Berlin suspends ties with the Vatican amid a diplomatic row over a recent incident. Officials cited strain in relations and stated steps would be taken to reassess cooperation and communications between the two sides.

Berlin Vatican

French Airmen Goret and Michelet Forced Down in Fog

French aviators Goret and Michelet were forced to abandon their mission near Tokyo due to dense fog. Their aircraft sustained substantial damage but both crew members survived the incident with injuries described as light to moderate.

Tokyo Goret Michelet Ware Bart

Rebels Capture Lamma in Basque Conflict Action

Rebel forces backed by air power captured Lamma, seven miles from Bilbao, after three attempts. Their infantry, about 400 strong, routed Carlist troops and freed 90 prisoners. Reinforcements flow into the rebel ranks as the battle continues.

London Barumblo Orluna Bpaninh Aia Lamma Bilbao Orduna Radel

Nazi Closure of Church Newspapers Sparks Outcry

An unclear report notes church affiliated newspapers facing closure under Nazi actions. Details are sparse but imply suppression of religious press by authorities and potential public concern.

Steel Strike Ties Up Plants Across Five States

A nationwide strike order from the labor group idled about 90,000 workers in five states including Ohio. The Industrial Organisation called the action affecting multiple plants with varied production lines.

Youngstown, Fohie Labuest Riton Commerce Industrial Organisation Mlict Romeros Sat

Union Organisers Beaten At Ford Plant

Riotous confrontation at Henry Ford plant as at least twelve organizers and supporters, including Richard Frankenstaty and Walter Reher, are assaulted during a United Automobile Workers action. Strikes and pickets disrupt access, nearly all workers kept from the site with no serious injuries reported.

Viplasen Beules Arives United Automobile Workers Henry Ford Richard Frankenstaty Walter Reher Nes Eye Hote Ee Hoven Richmond Californis

Television Service Remote for MB Browns Convince London

A confused report notes Brown asserting a London connection and a belief in a Sarees programme. The text mentions Wadnendan and Pon and Triegraph Ti oP with references to a 6 Faasos claim and a conviction about regular commercial ties.

London Trew

Report Called For and Ruptured Message Fragments

Fragmentary OCR text shows a request message and scattered names. No clear events, dates, or organizations are identifiable to form a precise news item. The readable bits suggest a report call and references to individuals, but lack context.

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