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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Nov 04, 1937

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Trade boycott denounced by wool spokesman in Sydney

Sydney Wednesday report quotes Mr G Dalsoy Kelly chairman of the Australian Wool Growers Council condemning a boycott of Japanese goods. He warns that Australia’s prosperity hinges on selling wool to Japan and blasts what he calls irresponsible individuals and groups urging the action.

Sydney Bivong Australian Wool Growers Council G. Dalsoy Kelly Commonwealth Japan Kelly

Autonomy Debate in Abyssinia Echoes Mussolini Tone

A fragmented report discusses Mussolini backed measures and Fascist discipline amid Abyssinian autonomy debates. General Graziani notes concern over Suez Canal dues and calls for rapid, decisive action. The piece reflects imperial governance and wage policy tensions affecting Greco troops and local governors.

Rome Wovinanany Corrince del Insperi Enetel Caress Matrana Graziani Mussolini Berlian Empire Expe Hritrena Petral

Recognition of Franco Negotiations With Britain

A Daily Mail diplomatic writer reports that Britain and General Franco begin steps toward recognition. If an accord is reached a British agent will go to Franco headquarters and his agent will be placed in London. The writer believes Franco will control Spain early next year and aims to establish diplomatic ties with Britain focusing on trade issues.

London Daily Mail Franco General Franco Spain Finnca England

19 States Meet at Brussels Cope With Nine Power Conference

Delegates from 19 states including Australia and New Zealand gathered in Brussels at the Nine Power conference to urge China and Japan toward peaceful cooperation. US representative Norman Davis emphasized appealing to reason and cooperation, while noting Japan’s alleged culpability and the complex task of achieving peace amid ongoing conflict in China.

Brussels Academy of Arts and Sciences Australia New Zealand Nine Power China S. M. Bruce Sat Beidre Norman Davis U.S.A Jordan Wellington Koo France United States Japan

Chinese withdrawal to save Nantao amid foreign talks

A multi-nation agreement aims to withdraw Chinese troops from Nantao to avoid a Japanese attack on the French concessions. Observers report the Suochow Creek area garrison reduced to a single wing with few reserves, while Chinese forces recover north-west of the city. In Brussels talks at the Nine Power Conference, prospects for renewing Japan’s invitation emerge, with officials noting possible adjournment and ongoing mediation efforts. Japan signals readiness for peace talks if guarantees hold, urging direct China talks and countering anti-Japanese agitation.

Shanghai Nantao Chines Appleexmun Dapaneac Che Boochow Ene Cayha Suochow Creek Brusbels Tucwlay Japan Eristei Saburo Karun China

Spender Wins Wide Bay Victory in Defence Election

Sydney reports show Mr Spender, Independent AAP, defeated Minister for Defence Bir Archdale Parkhill in Wide Bay on preferences by about 2300. Result reflects defence issue focus with government loss and continued strong Nairn and Salter showings in other districts.

Defence Bir Archdale Parkhill Warringah A.A.P Spander Sydney KC Spender

Lord Nuffield to Visit Australia in 1938

Premier Stevens announced that Lord Nuffield would attend Australia’s 180th anniversary celebrations. He will arrive in Sydney on February 10 and stay about 13 days, with a likely stopover in New Zealand during the visit.

Sydney Mr. Stevens Nufiald Augralia Nuthiald New Zea Tama

Australia suffers from sanctions in Healy dispute

A fragmented text notes the China Japan conflict and urges Australia to mind its own business. It warns that fragile markets like wool could collapse if tensions deepen, and asserts Australia bore the heaviest burden from sanctions related to Healy.

China Japan Australia Healy

Japan to Enter Australia Market for Wool Purchases

Mr Yamashita, president of the Japanese Chamber of Commerce, said Japan would enter the Australia wool market before Christmas. Japanese operators plan large purchases, with quantities and timing pending Australian government decisions. The move is seen as likely to impact market demand significantly.

Sydney Yamashita Japanese Chamber of Commerce Japan Australia Jak

Labour Gains in British Municipal Elections

London reports Labour strengthens hold with control of 17 of 28 metropolitan boroughs for three years. Nationally Labour gains 782 seats, while Communists secure only one seat and other parties show smaller progress amid the election results.

London Wadnesday Labour Party Baroushn North Anewnd Fortuaine Fageluta

Missing Man Bicycle Found in Bush

Sydney era details a missing man Aubrey Clarke a 40 year old Coogee resident vanished September 27. A bicycle found near Castlecrag led police to link it to him. extensive search of rugged country between Castlecrag and Killarney Harbour followed.

Sydney Westnesday Regina Aubrey Clarke Coogee Castlecrag Iar Cautlecrag Killarney Abiddie Harbour

Death sentences for sabotage in Moscow and Leningrad

Six persons from Leningrad were sentenced to death for infecting grain supplies with pests. Sixteen railway officials of the Yur at Mongol were examined for meeting on behalf of Japan.

Moscow Tadnenlay Leningrad Japan

Non-Intervention Move Aims to Break Spain Deadlock

The Nonntervention Sub-Committee voted to approach both sides in the Spanish Civil War with a plan to withdraw volunteers under international supervision and allow commissions to visit Spain to estimate forces. The chairman will seek recognition of bellicose rights if accepted and will urge restoration of frontier observation alongside strengthened monitoring. The Soviet reportedly has not denounced non intervention, but will watch if Italy Germany and Portugal block progress. current plan avoids a negative British plan vote.

London Spain Italy Germany Portingal Ingres Nea Maluky Partukal Macceas Malaky

Lerida Bombed by Insurgents

Madrid reports insurgents bombed Lerida killing and wounding many. Nine aircraft struck Lerida, destroying several buildings including a primary school. bodies have been recovered and the death toll is estimated around 120 with many injured.

Madrid Lerida Atty Abillgren

Refugees flee as Danzig region tightens Nazi control

Regional Nazi leader Forster declares the Free City of Danzig will soon adopt the Swanetike as its official tag. Aimed at burying the hatchet, new parties may be banned and an amnesty proclaimed. Youth will be conscripted into the German army. Opponents dissolved, the list for elections could be entirely Brown Shirts. Reports describe antiPolish actions, shop attacks on Jewish merchants in Danzig Langfurth and Zoppot, killings, and police inaction amid pogrom. The Polish community denies government accusations, while minorities distrust Burkhardt.

Doni Danzig Herr Forster Free City Berlin the Times Langfurt Zoppot Karida Danaig House of the League Burkhardt

Seat Booked By New Member For Parliament Seat

W A Jolly announces he will take his seat in the Commonwealth Parliament as the Lilley member next month and requests reserved seating in the House of Representatives. He confirms securing a seat formerly held by Sir Donald Cameron and notes most seats are now reserved with only a few doubtful.

W. A. Jolly Lilley House of Representatives Snown Donald Camernn House of Represente Hives

Prime Minister Lyons Resting Quietly in Devonport Holiday

Prime Minister Mr Lyons is seen enjoying a quiet holiday in the secluded flu house at Devonport. He has handed over authority to the Attorney-General while away.

Hobart Wednisday Mr. Lyons Flu Devonport

Tommy Farr and potential wartime boxing plans in 1940s

The article fragment discusses Tommy Farr planning a temporary move to the United States in December to participate in elimination bouts for a World championship. It notes his hope to introduce his patriotic song Maybe I ll Find Someone Like Me on stage and reflects on inspiration from past roles and film industry interest.

Farr Plahaing Tommy Farr Furamke Somg-Wrilan United States

Heavier Fines For Foreign Jeepers Facing Warnings

A government report notes escalating penalties for foreign workers and immigration breaches. A batch of arrivals prompted protests and political responses. Thirteen traders were fined £121 with costs for wage violations. In one case a girl worked 40 hours a week for 15 shillings.

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Death Pact Tragedy Ends in Coroner Findings

A coroner concluded Murint Hi lium killed a partner in a death pact but found no evidence whether Walking shot herself or was killed by another. Their bodies were found on tara, a scandalous scene tied to an engagement and deaths following a suspected pact.

Perth Ieee Murint Hilium Aileide Wathing Tara

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