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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Nov 01, 1938

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Nine Power Pact discussed by Rome and Berlin

The Times reports Rome and Berlin leaders Count Ciano and von Ribbentrop debated Japan’s Pacific gains and possible changes to the Nine Power Pact. Italy and Germany may back Japan in revising the pact while China remains a central issue amid neutrality pledges.

London Rome the Times Count Ciane von Ribbentrop Pacific Italy Germany Jaxpan

American Business Feels Japanese Threat

A distorted clipping reports heightened anxiety in American business amid perceived Japanese threat. The text references economic strain and possible policy actions, noting impact on firms and markets while citing unnamed sources and unclear dates.

Talk of Nazi belt from Cape to Cairo spreads unrest

The government delays an announcement on Tanganyika's future fueling fear of a Nazi Africa from Egypt to the Cape. Rumors say Northern Tanganyika could join a German empire while the British minister insists the colony will not be murdered.

Cape Cairo Avar-El-Salaam Tanganyika Mande Germany Africa Egypt

Poland's Demands in Speech on Immigration and Aid

In Warsaw on Sunday the vice prowler of Poland Mr Kwastkowski spoke on Australia’s stance, noting Poland’s 036 par square kilometre versus 130 in Polish agriculture. He urged rich nations to aid the poor while closing their borders to Polish Jewish immigrants, questioning if such a state could endure.

Warsaw Poland Kwastkowski Australia

Radio Panic Invasion From Mars Realistic Warns New York

Fragmented eyewitness and broadcast reports describe panicked crowds in New York and cities nationwide after a War of the Worlds style radio drama leading many to flee buildings and seek safety. Officials confirm the event as a dramatization but confusion and fear spread.

Polish Jews Return to Homes in Germany

A New Chronicle dispatch from Kewonkee details Jewish families expelled from Germany, including 18 children from the Fras Oennan Asylum. Many crossed the frontier on foot into Poland amid brutal treatment, some dying, births occurring in no man’s land, and Polish guards warning refugees not to look back under threat of death. Reports cite 7,000 Polish Sows allowed to cross borders, with witnesses accusing German authorities and Polish officials of harsh conduct.

New Chronicle Kewonkee Germany Fras Oennan Poland Bome Adulla Alliete No-Man's Land Party Herald Chajnite Pollan Abtobritioe

Plans Advance for Canberra Public Housing and Cottages

Canberra plans accelerate public housing as 268 cut 79 site is vacated for a new department building. Tender results include 4 cottages at Almstie and 10 freemen residences at a new fire station while 47 more at Almaite and 27 elsewhere are in progress. The government aims to relieve housing shortages for Defence personnel and naval radio staff with nine boarding houses for 70 occupants to be built and leased to private management.

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Defence plans to expand Australian armed forces

The Commonwealth Government outlines a plan to train a combined force exceeding 100,900 in service with reserves for emergencies. Permanent personnel will nearly double from about 10,000, with 50 percent to artillery, 20 percent to the Navy, and 31 percent to the Air Force. Naval recruitment aims to fill ratings and crew for HMAS Perth and Australia, with reserves boosting merchant shipping readiness. Militia and civil guard plans add up to about 60,000 and 10,000 respectively, as defence spending rises from 3.3 million to an estimated 19 million pounds.

Thorby Australia Canberra Hm.a.b. Perth Earry Peat Yen HMA Perth Ings Rifle Club Snlli Rifie Chiba Defence

Chilled Beef Shipments Improve in UK

A September report from the Australian Department of Commerce notes better overall quality of chilled beef shipped to the United Kingdom. The 12,078 quarters from Townsville and the North Queensland works performed well despite longer sea journeys, while Brisbane shipments arrived in good condition. September totals reached 84,759 quarters with a rise of 7,300 from the previous September.

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Hitler Move On France May Silence West Friction

A fragmentary report claims Hitler suggested to France a Franco German agreement mirroring the Munich pledge, aiming to reorient France toward peace under conditions France could accept. It notes Milner’s possible declaration of peace and French political figures weighing a broader economic direction.

Paria Bunday Hitler Hitler Chamberlain Munich Miler Mill France Congsear M. Marca Deal Proiler M- Daladier Tmdustrian Tealy Orment Landon

Palestine search for arms in wake of riot claims

London report claims 18 senators of the Chalatream Guard and Northumberland Militia seized houses and forced women to prove they were not men. The troop deployed an automatic detector to identify metal, causing widespread ransacking and confiscation of artifacts from an ancient campaign site.

London Gare Newa-Chronicle Chalatream Guarde Northumberland Muallilers Aulenby

Franco Threat Warns Ports Closed If Appeal Court Rules

General Franco told the British foreign office that he would close all ports to British shipping if the Appeal Court issues a diverse judgement in the steamer Arazpagtl case. The Daily Herald writer notes the demand challenges Spain as a sovereign state and asserts Franco's belligerent rights.

London Franco Fce Arazpzagtl Anys Daily Herald Reba Spain

Marseilles Fire and Calls for Reform Trigger Inquiry

A major blaze in Marseilles highlights fire brigade deficiencies including late engine arrival and lack of rescue equipment. Minister Sarraut orders reform modeled on Paris, with urgent inquiry and possible resignations demanded from the Major and corporation.

Marbeilles Burtday Msarraut Audicia Prena

Foot Faults Split Davis Cup Team View In Sydney

Australian Davis Cup team members arrived in Sydney defending Adrian Quist against accusations of bad sportsmanship after a foot fault during a test. Captain Jerry Hopman said Quist’s conduct was beyond reproach and the attack unjustified. Bromwich and L Schwartz backed Quist, noting the umpire’s calls were at issue only at a critical stage.

Sydney Proserielam Adrian Quist Budge Membare Monterey Quist Mfr Jerry Hopman Olen Bromwich L. Schwartz

British Navy Ready for Crisis Despite Initial Shortfalls

London dispatch reports that the Navy under Bywater found the Mediterranean fleet quickly reinforced and ready for action within three days. The piece defends the service against claims of unpreparedness, noting efficient mobilization and full strength abroad.

London Te Bywater Daily Telegraph Mysthat Tese

King of Greece Visits England Amid Balkan Tensions

The Daily Telegraph reports the King of Greece may link his London visit to Balkan political strains fueling Hitler’s trade drive. Diplomatic officials discuss a possible Anglo-Greek trade pact similar to the Anglo-Turkish agreement as the King arrives in London aboard a convay and will stay for several days.

London Greece England le Aggent Daily Telegraph Hitler Winilar

Chinese Refugees and Migration Crisis Report

A fragmented report notes thousands of Chinese refugees aboard the Changte and an estimated one hundred thousand to a million displaced. It cites pressures on the Hong Kong Government and claims Britain will not interfere with migrant movements, while authorities face feeding and supervising a growing influx.

Rydney Simpane Rele Ernyeer Changte Rongkong Bimpaca Great Britain Chindwe Ony

Former cricketer Oladeld criticizes team in broadcast

In Sydney Monday the former international cricketer WA Oladeld discussed his Sidelights on the Test Tour. He claimed team members disagreed with his comments and defended his broadcasts as based on facts. He praised Barnett's work yet said he failed to cooperate with bowlers at key moments.

Bydney Crickster Oladeld Olaweld Barnett Aea

Rebel Challenge at Jaffa

Sabia reports in Monday edition that placards posted at the post office threaten reprisals against British officials and civilians if peace is not kept. The proclamation warns that actions would be punished and accuses British forces of provoking unrest amid ongoing hostilities with German forces cited.

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Technicians Assist Rebels In Berlin Propaganda Aid

Arabs reveal that German technicians aiding rebel bands joined after a Berlin arrival of propagandist Amir Cheb. The report notes sabotage methods on land and rail and suggests Arab cooperation with German efforts surrounding Lawrence of Arabia era activity.

Iprusalem Nfoland Berlin Amir Cheb

Diplomatic Rumors On Exile Of Duke To Australia

Reports in the Times claim the Duke of Jeentna could be exiled to Australia with Canberra’s reaction awaited The article notes Westminster Statute rules on royal appointments and suggests the King would need Australian government cooperation to move a younger brother from London The piece also mentions Australia’s long standing preference for a governor general connected to the colony

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Inquest on Donnelly Case to Be Reopened After Friday

The inquiry into ex-Constable Donnelly’s case, concluded on Friday by Judge Markell at the starting-price betting, will be reopened. Howe, after fence on Friday, testified before three other witnesses, Wilson Bolend Trevor and Lanna, recalling Donnelly’s statements and leading to further witness questions.

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Publisher's Death Reported in London

George Godfrey Her fap a member of Arm publishers died aged 71 in London. Other brief items note a German road accident injuring 18, an NZ earth tremor, Berlin canal opening, Tanganyika petition, France population decline, Portugal government returns, a Wellington bomb accident injuring a youth, armament market data, and radio beacon plans for Antarctic whaling ships.

London Sundey George Godfrey Her Fap Ling Daily Telegraph Antarctic Unitas

Birth rate higher in Britain report 1987 increases

The 1987 Ministry report shows Britain had 628 more births and 18,430 more deaths than the previous year. Birth rate stood at 14.0 per thousand, the highest since 1950. Infant mortality was 58 per thousand, same as 1950, while pre maternal mortality reached 3 per thousand. Cancer deaths totaled 8,005, up 637 from 1995.

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Fire Tragedy in Wollongong Too Much for Alone Man

A Wollongong man Wil Aga Mexnaneld Metherington in a weatherboard cottage was fatally injured when a fire swept through his home on a Monday. He was alone inside and, after being overcome by flames, collapsed the burning building just as helpers smashed in and carried his unconscious body outside. Fire investigators believed a kerosene lamp knocked from a gable started the blaze.

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