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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Nov 12, 1937

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Japanese Shanghai Rights Talk Sparks Diplomatic Tension

A Japanese commander General Iwans Mateui said he cannot assume protection of foreign rights in Shanghai and may take steps if needed. He noted dissatisfaction with London Washington Paris Brussels officials and indicated no current plan to seize customs or wireless services but left options open.

Shanghai Thueday Genersl Iwans Mateui London Washington Paris Brussels Maiwal

Millions homeless in China floods headline turmoil

Shanghai reports massive floods driven by breaches from the Yellow River, inundating about a fifth of the province and leaving millions starving or homeless. Chinese and Japanese military activity and territorial claims compound the crisis as Jamai ships and ground forces clash near coastal areas.

Shanghai Tung Yellow River

Troops Landed as Fire Rages on River Reach

The report describes a night landing by Allied forces on the Whangpo River with Japanese and Chinese forces exchanging fire. The Italian cruiser Monte Cuccoli suffered hits while gunboats and destroyers engaged riverine targets. Chinese sources report machines gun bursts as river patrols, with Japanese gales and blue jackets probing shore defenses near Nanttay.

Nanttay Whangpeo Poorung Fallan Monte Cuccoli Phopa MN Nantdo Ateros

Killed war correspondent in Nantao shot by machine gun

The London Daily Telegraph veteran correspondent Mr Stephens was killed during fighting at Nantao near Shanghai. A French doctor Richter reported a machine gun burst wounded two Russians. Stephens was hit twice and died after calling out. A French naval captain Evans Carlaus found the party in a pool of blood. The death is mourned as the loss of an intrepid war reporter.

Shanghai London Daily Telegraph Nantao Mr. Stephens Richter Stephens Tim Ritcher Evans Carlaus Pombenke Stephenh

Sharp fighting at Nantao Ahanghal

Fragmentary report details heavy clashes near Nantao Ahanghal with Chinese forces mounting defenses and Philippine troops exhausting their resources. Bombardment and destruction reported on waterfront structures as combatants collide amid smoke and damaged equipment.

Racing Bill Passage Before Christmas

A racing bill aims to cut metropolitan race entries by reducing mandatory resources. Proposals include closing two or three racetracks, distributing shares among holders, and limiting clubs to their existing investments. The measure seeks an early parliamentary passage before Christmas.

Meager German Victory Not Decisive In Battle Of Jutland

In a 1936 account, German high command claims a fragile victory at Jutland, noting British fleet contact avoided decisive engagement. The text suggests higher losses and limited strategic gains, with references to August actions and the broader naval balance.

Aubarl Usada

Grasshopper Plague Reaches Cobie Hill Area

A rat plague of grasshoppers invaded Cobie Hill today with orchards and gardens in danger. The nearby Whitton area, about 15 miles away, was also affected though no grasshoppers were seen in the district yesterday.

Lekiton Cobie Hill

Knife attack disrupts Cenotaph ceremony in London

At the Cenotaph in London a man lunged toward the King during the ceremony, shouting and gesturing. Police subdued him after a struggle, as cameras captured the incident for broadcast to Britain. The crowd reacted with cries and tension followed by a removal of the assailant and ongoing proceedings.

London Suring Brit ‘Ain

Country Party to Select Ministers Ahead of Lyons Cabinet

The Country Party, urged by MPs, plans to choose ministers for the new ministry led by Prime Minister Lyons. Dr. Borie Page is to summon a party meeting before November to finalize a panel of names, following prior dissent over a panel presented without full party cooperation. A November 20 meeting was slated, with cabinet completion expected beforehand.

Bydney Thurdday Borie Page Min Br. Lyon Lyons

Duke of Windsor Paris Armistice Day Service

Paris reports the Duke of Windsor plans to attend the Armistice Day service at a church. Dart observers comment on the church’s stance on divorce and marriage vows. The Duke, seeking a dignified tribute to Britain's war dead, weighs Canon Dart's remarks before deciding, amid discussions with peers.

Paris Duke of Windsor X Church Dart Parib Lord Brownlow Canon Dart Shoureholt Britain

The Duke of Windnur Absent From Service Disturbance

The Duke of Windnur avoided war service amid public unrest. Canon Dart led protests while a crow bearer returned with the crown. The ex-king faced anger from demonstrators as a war veteran, with plans for public or private apology discussed amid press coverage.

ARIS Duke Windnur Lart Dorest Canon Dart

Tributes to late Mr Ramsay Macdonald in London

Messages from royalty and government pour in after the Prime Minister dies at Hampstead. The King expresses regret and gratitude for his loyal support during his career. A memorial service is planned at Westminster Abbey with burial in an adjoining area.

London Hampstead Macdonald Wealminister Abbey

Labour View on Macdonald Recall in Frail Light

London opinion piece from the Daily Horsia questions how Macdonald will be remembered noting his Labour defeats in 1824 and 1891. It argues he was neither a strong administrator nor a capable organizer, yet credits him as a propagandist whose writings and speeches inspired followers even as he failed to stay true to his preached ideals.

London Horsia Macdonald Labour Hla

Fever Shock Ship Races to Port Fever

The British freighter Trefanis sails from Dakar to West Africa and makes a dramatic dash to Albany with eleven crew members seriously ill with fever. Quarantine officers stand by as the captain reports malaria as the probable cause.

Perth Thureday Dakar West Africa Albany

Loyalist gains across Aragon and Barcelona fronts

The Government claims to have captured numerous Italian positions at Eilano and Aragon, driving the enemy back in disorder. Many abandoned arms and evacuated positions reported. The insurgents near Barbaatro reportedly seized several trenches. Valencia reports the government seeking an armistice, apparently with firm intent.

Barcelona Eilano Aragon Owever Barbaatro Valencia

Italian Destroyers for Franco Paris Negotiations

An article notes Juan Maton backing General Franco negotiating the purchase of two Edilian destroyers for the Insurgents. Madame Tabouls in Licenose states the ships may be ready by mid December, with four guns and torpedo tubes and a speed of 33 knots.

Paris Juan Maton Antilionaire Franco Madame Tabouls

Attack on Police Chief during budget debate in Parliament

In a legislative debate on the budget in the state parliament, Mr Ladavini Lab accused Police Commissioner Mackay of failing to meet the job's demands. Lab urged the speaker to note what he called bluster and danger to the community, claiming past eras under James Mitchell were more disciplined.

Rydney Thirsday Mackay Ladavini Lab James Mitchell Tarent

Wool Substitutes Gain Headway

The president of the Associated Woollen Worsted and Textile Manufacturers announced progress from a recent trip in Germany and Austria. He noted heavy duties against substitutions have been applied but Australia is moving toward supportive measures, with several manufacturers adopting new substitutes.

Rydney, Thornley Associated Woollen Worsted and Textile Manufraturera of Avatrasia Me. I. C. Sutcif Manueee and Graalers Tr Ps

Anti-Communist Pact Seen as Target at Britain France

Moscow Daily Telegraph correspondent reports Soviet view that the anti communist pact targets Great Britain and France rather than Russia. Berlin and Rome dispatches note Hitler Mussolini seeking talks with Britain and Poland under Halifax influence. Rome says no new protest over Italy’s stance, urging negotiation with Britain through diplomatic channels as Fascist government prefers.

London Moscow Daily Telegraph Great Britain France Russia Italy Rusia Japan Germany Htlisa Herr Hitler Signor Mussolini Britain

Palestine braces for military courts amid turmoil

In Palestine, authorities announce military courts across the country to counter a campaign of organized murder. Trials for arms, bombs, or shooting carry death penalties, with final decision by a British commander and no appeal. One Arab leader was shot near a mosque, another body found on city outskirts, curfew imposed, and Jewish laborer injured as tensions spike.

Jerusalem Palestine Tron Thurntay Trans- Jordan Mahmood Jawdat Alansari Shela Apecal Elty

National Insurance Effort Aims at Canadian Labour Policy

The Prime Minister and King call for amendments to the British North America Act to permit national unemployment insurance and contributory benefits, seeking federal oversight of welfare and economic security across provinces.

Ditawa Itr Anc Kormie Comerce

Lord Halifax Early Visit to Germany

Diplomatic contacts likely as Lord Halifax travels to Berlin for a hunting exhibition and possible talks with Hitler via a camouflaged mission. Reports say Britain plans informal engagement to ease Anglo German relations and to sense German aims on colonies. Cabinet weighing whether such informal talks could set a friendly atmosphere for broader European questions.

London Germany Ig Couneiy Viswt Berlin Daily Herald Lord Halifax Daily Mail Chamberlain Lord Helifax Herr Hiver

Consorting Ex-Prisoner Found Guilty in Sydney Court

Magistrate binds over 36 year old Thomas Thornay after police evidence shows repeated consorting with habitual criminals. Witnesses say he was warned to leave the community and had worked for a Bondi employer until three weeks ago. Police maintain they warned, and the department would act if similar actions occurred.

Sydney Thuowing Ptt Hagens Honky Thornay Shark Conti Court Thomas Bondi Wren

Cheaper Housing Plans Expand in New Zealand

The government outlines a program to speed up housing by creating 1500 new homes nationwide with additional tenders for about 600 more. The effort targets Auckland and other regions, aiming to relieve housing costs and support families through rapid construction and public funding.

Auckland Turaday Dominion

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