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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Nov 17, 1936

Page

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State Plans Comprehensive Slum Settlement Scheme

New State announces a broad housing policy with a comprehensive plan for closer settlement and slum clearance. Cabinet approves a framework prepared by the Minister for Lands and a government committee, with details to be presented soon. The plan departs from previous schemes and aims to expand beyond prior closer settlement limits.

Byoney Bievens Lernight Regiaistion Landy Buttenabaw Fremiér Persia Assembly Cartier Lionsiog

No New South Wales minister for coronation stated

The Deputy Premier Mr Brux said tonight that if the government reserved an official invitation he did not intend to act. The report notes a cabinet stance and political maneuvering surrounding royal events and official invitations in New South Wales.

Ayongy, Mondey Bruxsat

Settlement Near Trade Dispute in Tokyo Talks

Foreign Office spokesman outlined a conference plan between Australia’s Trade Minister and Japan’s Consul General to seek a mutual basis for resuming trade. He warned negotiations show divergent views and only minor terms may remain to resolve the stalemate.

Tokyo Foreign Office Trention Habry Guillett Jmnj Dsr Murai Australia Sapan

Fatal sequel to betting dispute in Sydney

Harold Thorne Wilaan, 40, a local man from North Ayre, died after a betting dispute. He was moved to the city morgue, then to hospital as detectives conduct inquiries. The report notes a possible linkage to a police action and mentions involved parties.

Sydney Harold Thorne Wilaan Anlp North

Fishing Party Missing Near Melbourne

A fishing party including Melbourne residents Munney and Ove man Be reportedly boarded a vessel that disappeared after a collision with a western port boat. The crew is feared lost, while a nearby vessel, Powr bhonte, returned safely to port.

Melbourne Munney Ove Man Be Nvm Vescia Alo

German Rivers Denounced Treaty Clauses in Commons

London reports indicate Foreign Secretary Anthony Eden will address the House of Commons on Monday about Germany's repudiation of Versailles Treaty guarantees on river entitlements. Paris and Berlin commentaries note Hitler's actions signal a broader aggressive stance, with fears of rising European tension and renewed fortifications along the Kiel Canal and Baltic approaches.

London New Chronicle Anthony Eden Flouse of Commons Germany Paris L Ue Tim

England Needs 447 To Win In Fragile Test

English side faces daunting 447 target after Australia’s assertive fielding and parliamentary critique. The match saw tense crowds, chaotic fire scene details, and tense passages as players including McCabe and Chipperfield battled low scoring runs, while pace and spin tested both sides.

A Rich Nest Tops Canberra Tale Of Nest Destruction

A Canberra resident, troubled by nesting birds, decided to pull down and destroy nests. He removed 59 nests and later examined one mast. A stray reference notes seven meat merita distinction amid the muddled report.

Canberra

Bombs Rain on Madrid as Panic Grips Populace

Rebels bombed Madrid in three air raids today killing seventeen and wounding 120. Atocha station and surrounding streets were hit, with casualties feared. Fire, destruction, and chaos spread through central areas as Loyalist forces confronted insurgent advances near Begovia and the university quarter. Prime Minister Caballero vowed the war would continue, describing Madrid’s defense as far from ended.

London Madrid Atocha Mediocla Gloriata de Castro Caminos Square Gloria de Honcha Festinal General Hospital University and Finnoce Ministry Central University Mandunarracks Nya Venovi Bik Corial Villamva Manzanares Saa del Campo Begovia Toledo Princess Bridges del Anno Ansuunord Gevilie Bevilie

Policy Questioned at Paris Aero Show

A Daily Telegraph aeronautical writer criticizes Britain for sticking to single seat fighters with machine guns, arguing cannons were neglected. The Paris show reveals many nations exhibit bombers with cannons, while Britain lags in adding explosive rapid-fire weapons.

London Daily Telegraph Britain Paris Perth

Australian goods better than import revealed at inquiry

Frank Richard Paull merchandise manager for Wastworth Ltd testified before the Chain Store inquiry that the company frequently supplied imported goods to Australian manufacturers in Australia. He claimed some items copied their improvements from the originals, indicating practices warranting scrutiny.

Sydney Mon Wastworth’ Ltd Australia Frank Richard Paull Mtore

Appeal to Save Madrid Sparks London Headlines

The Flame correspondent of the Daily Telegraph reports on Madrid as King Alphonso and the ex president arrive from Milan to meet General Franco in what observers see as a bid to save Madrid amid the capital’s tense situation.

London Flame Daily Telegraph Alphonso Milan Franco Madrid Rome Times

Fighting Outbreak Feared in Mongolia Front

London report says large scale hostilities loom on Turkestan Manchuria Mongolia and Siberian frontiers. About 300000 troops prepared including 60000 Chinese and Soviet allied forces. Clashes reported near Pekin area with Chinese forces repelling attacks as Japanese aircraft drop munitions.

London Japan Auenia Turkestan Manchuria Mongolia Biberian Pekin Sulyan

Pacific Ships Subsidy Favoured by Commonwealth Report

Preliminary advice indicates the Empire Shipping Committee backs subsidies to British shipping to counter American Pacific competition. Prime Minister Lyons has learned the committee report is in London, with other governments briefed, and a conference in London may set a subsidy basis. The plan envisages new ships and machinery comparable to American fleets, with deployment as soon as possible. The committee report will be published in December.

Commonwealth Empire Shipping Committee Britiah Shipping Pacific Lyons London Fiji Canada New Holland Britain Hina Cartain Shipping Committee

Baldwin collides on wet road en route to London

The Prime Minister Mr Baldwin and another Baldwin were driving from Chequers to London when a collision with a sports car occurred on a wet road. The leading car was damaged but both parties proceeded. no one was injured.

London Mr. Baldwin Baldwin Promlac

Pope's Health Status Sparks No Alarm In Rome

Rome reports say the Pope remains at Passetto residence with a strong constitution despite aging and recent health concerns. The Vatican notes no urgent danger, and the Pope has limited activity, skipping kneeling during public rites while continuing to receive audiences.

Passel Ganedolyo

Five engineers trapped in blazing ferry Belubera rescue

Thousands watched as asbestos clad firemen battled to free five engineers trapped in the Belubera ferry at Kurraba Point Sydney Harbour. One man died from severe burns after being rescued from the inferno as crews fought the flames from the water and shore.

Sydney Sydney Harbour Beluma Kurraba Point Belubera Morvice Bbe J

King of Italy Declines New Title Denials Reported

Le Matin says the Italian King will not assume the titles King of Italy and Emperor of Ethiopia but will keep the title Gimmerar of Italy. The move aims to avoid recognition of Abyssinia’s conquest and reflects Italian diplomatic maneuvering amid Ambansa-Hors cragentiala tensions.

Italy Pang le Matin Ethiopia

Mrs Freer Plans Sydney Voyage If Landing Allowed

Mrs Freer booked a voyage to Sydney aboard the liner Awates for tomorrow and will sail if the Australian Government permits her landing.

Auckland Freer Sydney

No Permit to Land In Australia Case Stirs Cabinet

The Minister for the Interior Paterson insisted the Commonwealth would return from New Zealand and that Mrs Dewar case details were not government matter. He noted possible stay for Mrs Freer while awaiting vessel to India or elsewhere, where cabinet discussion was not planned. The Attorney-General’s Department said the Commonwealth would intervene if a writ of habeas corpus were sought in Australian courts.

Mr. Paterson Commonwealth New Zealand Dewar India Paterson Attorney-General Mra Freur Wen

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