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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Nov 15, 1937
Page
1
Amid talks the Nine Power Pact and Paris Pact come under fire as Britain Japan and Russia debate how to curb aggression in China. Foreign ministers press for peaceful settlement while warning breach of treaties cannot justify war. Leaders urge restraint and uphold international law to prevent a world war.
Sunda reports the Nine Power Conference, excluding Italy, united against further consultation with Japan. A draft declaration by Britain, France, the United States and Russia, presented by Dr. Spaak of Belgium, rejects Japan’s defence and supports aiding China while emphasizing that the conflict concerns all signatories and non signatories alike. The draft warns that Japan’s victory would spark general anarchy and threaten rights and material interests globally, citing disruptions to trade and rising horror. Bruce backs the declaration and lauds English French and American speeches highlighting treaty sanctity and the need to curb Sino Japanese hostilities. The draft was discussed paragraph by paragraph before a principle adoption, with adjournment until the evening.
In New York Sunday the piece notes American sentiment toward China is pro China but warns the United States won t risk penalties against Japan. Observers question whether Roosevelt s October 5 Chicago speech marked a real shift in U S foreign policy and if the world over rated that change.
A correspondent reports Germany rapidly building a vast reserve and preparing two reserve divisions for each of the 30 active divisions. The move would enable immediate mobilisation of about 3,400,000 men excluding armoured units.
London Saturday's political science professor J Harold Laski argues in the Daily Herald that the abdicated Duke of Windsor should have stayed a private gentleman. He warns that any public action or contact with political life makes the ex-king a target in public debate and risks embarrassing himself and the royal family.
Reports from Moscow claim the Commissar for Foreign Affairs M Litvinoff faces security upheaval during absence in Brussels. Rumors of arrests circulate as Premier Lenin’s ministers and officials are purged. The Soviet military attache Colonel Ivano has been recalled and has not been heard from since.
A heavy Atlantic storm battered the North American coast causing shipping and communications disruptions. The Greek freighter Czear Chaneris, recently reflagged under American registry, lost six crew members remain afloat in lifeboats while a coastguard cutter searches. A baking fleet in the North Atlantic returned to port with no loss of life.
London Bunlay reports a Peninsula pensioner named Georgy Holam of Almink Northumberland has been told by estate agents he inherits 25000 pounds from a South Australian uncle. The fortune includes a 306 fort property to Sydney.
England beat Australia 13 to 3 to retain the Rugby League Ashes in the second Test at London. Edwards scored two tries and Risman added two goals as England built a 10 point lead before defending a late Australian surge. Crowd numbered 32,100 in favorable weather as England matched Australia’s early threats with solid defence and precise finishing.
The British United Press reports from Sala manca that General Franco will not adhere to any anti communism pact. He aims to keep good relations with all powers without joining blocs and would resist intervention in Spanish Balearic Islands. He seeks rapprochement with Britain and France and may recognize Franco’s government in Tokyo reports.
London reports debate over the Anti Communism Pact with Britain France and others considering signatures. The Spectator cautions the pact could be innocuous yet signals potential bloc alignment while urging stronger ties among Britain France the United States and Russia to avert wider confrontation.
In Jerusalem unrest surged as police reinforcements patrolled the wing of the city. Arabs attacked Jewish workers at a parish, leaving one dead and several injured. Two Arabs were arrested, one charged with revolver possession and another with a listed bomb amid property damage.
The British Boxing Board of Control suspends Bill Daley, manager of Maurice Strick, and Paul Damask, manager of Neuae, following a fight at Wem bys month. Daley is suspended until September 41 and Damaki until renewal, with appearance required on renewal dates.
Sunday dispatch reports Japanese reinforcements closing on the Shanghai front with a renewed effort to break Chinese defensive lines. Kaiting, once a Chinese left wing stronghold, falls while fires in Nantao intensify as munition dumps burn. Shanghai Bund defenses rise as Chinese officials flee toward Hongkong amid air raids in North China destroying two hangars and six aircraft.
Leaflets warned residents of Boschow known as the Chinese Venice to evacuate by midnight signaling a possible massed attack. Reports describe city calm after three months of tension as Chinese forces message readiness and retreat lines near the Yangtze River basin.
Japanese reports claim the 20th Army was defeated near Kaocheng southwest of Peiping, with 160,000 Chinese troops reportedly captured near Chascuengnulo south of Soochow Creek. Tokyo claims Chinese lines near Tatslang to Kunahen are failing as outbreaks prompt medical measures.
In Cologne on Sunday a mass meeting heard that trials of 10,000 priests for immorality will be resumed soon. The speaker, chief Jew Lulter Harr Bprei cher, attacked the Catholic Church and claimed that 40,000 priests living in celibacy were a menace while alleging Germany’s people were freemen despite Jewish influence, rain and America.
Polish socialists press for electoral reform in Warsaw as Sunday activities highlight political tension. The movement calls for changes to voting laws and wider participation, signaling potential shifts amid ongoing national debates.
Fragmentary report notes an expected cabinet decision to name a director of physical education. The appointment aims to guide the development of youth, with duties to foster physical training and national wellbeing. The readable text is unclear on names or dates.
Report says Moorish and Italian forces landed by freighter and poured into Cadiz area to renew the offensive supporting Guedova. Astana and Negrin ministers arrived from Barcelona to warn Madrid of foreign army advances while defending Madrid, saying their children defend the city and tyranny would prevail if Madrid fell.
The first batch of 150 children arrived at Hendaye after an 18 hour journey from England. They were packed like sardines in old carriages but marched onto the international bridge smiling. They gave the Fascist salute as they crossed.
Reports from Brussels suggest Britain and Firence and Binnie favor granting belligerent rights to both sides in the Panamanian conflict if foreign volunteers withdraw. Details mention Rome and Attilio Pisco with movements tied to a return from Mu.
Fragmentary notes suggest a death at the Harbour Bridge linked to unemployment and distress. The fragmentary text mentions a person from Paddington, a Balloe leaned uns, and a possible motive of not obtaining a new position leading to self-harm. The garbled report references a waiter and subsequent events, with no clear names or verified timeline.
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