British Ship Guarded Off Rangoon With War Materials
A British steamer named Stanhall lies off Rangoon harbor heavily guarded while awaiting permission to discharge 6000 tons of Russian war materials for China. Japanese protests and international tensions rise as conflicting reports from Chinese sources describe Mongol mutiny, advances toward Canton, and renewed fighting with tanks and towns claimed.
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British and French Embarrassed by German Jew Crisis
London reports a diplomatic row over Germany's Jew policy with Britain and France facing international embarrassment. US recall of Ambassador and posturing around extradition of a Polish Jew deepen tensions as debates continue on Germany’s colonial ambitions and potential international conference with Herr Hitler.
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Efro Front Franco Gains Upper Hand at Saragossa
General Franco's forces push from the left for the first time after months of fighting. Republican defenses falter as Nationalist columns attack a key position, surrounding and cutting off Republican remnants.
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Franco
Ats
Witcoke
Proposed Senate Committee on External Affairs
In the Senate led by Senator McLeay a standing Committee on External Affairs may be formed. Cabinet approval pending but ministers likely support. The panel would include four Government backers and opposition picks, with duties to cover all territorial affairs.
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McLeay
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Plebiscite Moved for Colonies in House of Commons
London Wednesday Professor W. H. Woodward moved in the House of Commons that an early plebiscite be called in former colonies. He proposes all adults in move territories, regardless of race or colour, should have the opportunity to show if they desire to revert to German rule.
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London
W. 4
Woodward
Howee of Commons
Victorian finances face large deficit amid drought
Premier Dunstan announced to the Legislative Assembly that severe drought will turn Victoria’s expected £12,000 surplus into a £825,000 deficit for the current year. The government sought a £625,000 loan from the Loan Council as part of a plan to cover the shortfall. The drought and lower wheat output are cited as main causes, with projected deficits in railway and revenue streams and calls for spending restraint.
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Pests Invade Drought Areas Across Victoria
Drought regions of Victoria face widespread pest infestation including caterpillars grasshoppers cutworms and thrips. Flying ants and dust storms disrupt daily life while crops such as wheat tobacco fruit and trees suffer damage. The invasion stretches from Myrtleford to the Mallee and extends toward Riverina as settlers endure hardship and soil erosion.
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Uttte
Australian order for American bombers
The Lockheed Aircraft Corporation reports the Commonwealth Government has ordered 50 reconnaissance bombardment planes at 4 900 000 dollars exclusive of spare parts. Delivery is scheduled for 1939.
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Los Angeles
Lockheed Aircraft, Corporation
Militia Drive Planned to Boost Australian Defences
The cabinet announced a national militia recruitment drive to raise home defence strength to 60,000 to 70,000 volunteers. Local committees would coordinate with state divisions, with Labour Party cooperation sought, and work leave and pay protections promised for militiamen and public servants involved.
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Raine
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Parliament Christmas Recess Deferred by House
Fragmentary report indicates a government Cabinet debate on December 6 about adjournment to calm calls for revolt. The session aimed to address service pay training and location details, with discussions on committee arrangements and capital area access.
Navy the only force to repel an attack on Australia
Admiral Ragnar Colvin, Naval Board member, warned that any assault on Australia would require control of ports and shipping and that coastal shipping would shift vast tonnages by sea. He discounted air attack as impractical, stating aircraft carriers are fragile and vulnerable to Australian cruisers.
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Pogroms and Propaganda Trigger German Tensions
Eyewitness reports describe violence against Jews as Germany faces coordinated protests and censorship. Goebbels and foreign correspondents debate censorship, while police detain Polish Jews outside the Polish Commissioner’s office and threats of reprisals loom amid ongoing anti Jewish actions across cities.
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Ckguards Orga
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Nugget Found Near Avoca In 1920s Mining Notice
Fragmented brief reports a 12-ounce nugget found in a claim near the New Pyrenees Inske at Avoca. Other items note a Canadian parliamentary majority after by-elections, an innocence ruling in Montreal, and trade and defence topics including an Anglo American treaty and age limits for ex-service men.
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Government motion saved in state house vote clash
In a heated division within the state house, a government motion survived defeat by a narrow vote. Key figures including J.G. Ros, A. E. Mood, and E. Bir Sora opposed the motion, while Carlton led the majority. Public funding concerns and emotional appeals dominated the debate as contributions totaled £31,000, with the final tally 2 to 1 in favor of passing the motion.
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Hedges
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Mannnerks Menara J.G. Ros
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