29 Nov 1938
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Nov 29, 1938
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR notes list names Ainalie and Mr. G. Ar Chidgey with numbers and terms like thrviek and flattonings. The readable bits include 83 beside Chidgey, 161 near Kelly, and scattered phrases such as Hellaway and tinings.
Imperial Airways flying boat Calpurnia crashed on Lake Amadi near Tiberias while attempting to land in a storm. One crewman killed and two missing. others injured or unaccounted as wreckage lies eight feet under water fifteen miles from base. Plane departed Southampton November 25 bound for Australia with Christmas mail.
Four occupants including three airmen and a police officer died when an Air Force plane crashed on the coast near Brisbane. Early reports say the crew showed no sign of survival after impact and a missing girl, Miss Bean, was being sought by police. Initial hearing described explosions and wreckage in the water, with investigators joining the search as authorities pursued further leads.
A Royal Australian Air Force amphibian crashed into power lines near the Albert River, plunging into the water and killing several aboard. Rescue attempts were hindered by flames and downed lines as authorities tally the casualties and injuries from the calm morning flight.
A Wellesley aircraft on a Canberra Melbourne test flight endured a forced landing near Windaar after wheels tore off on touchdown. The plane sank into mud with three propeller blades bent and fuselage two feet down. A guard was set over the damaged craft as crews assess the wreckage.
A disruption in Budapest involved a plane crashing near a farm and a pilot named Drayton, with Premier Imredy seeking to secure a governing majority. Admiral Horthy is mentioned as central to the political tension, while medics and crew activities are noted as part of the ongoing turmoil ahead of December 1 reforms.
The seaplane Mercury aims for a non-stop route from Melbourne to Southampton with a long distance record in view. A great flash occurred on takeoff causing damage. the crew travels onward as authorities report 44,750 miles covered by the fleet so far.
The National Assembly summons members for Wednesday to address President Hataches and Ruthenian votes while Prague rushes enlistment. In the Sudeten region 700,000 Castle francs are reported and leaders promise representation for Germans in Slovakia. Incidents occur at the frontier with clashes near Javorina and shots fired as tensions rise ahead of December elections.
Mr W M Hughes, chair of the Government Recruiting Sub-committee, warned that the next war will reach Australia and the community would be involved. He said war is not certain but imminent, and the Munich agreement gave time to prove worthiness of heritage. He noted potential movements seeking territories and markets for goods.
The Minister Mr Mair plans to confer with Commonwealth Ministers on defence works. Outcome of his Canberra visit to the State Cabinet is reported. Mr Stevens expects the schedule of works requiring State cooperation will be furnished to Mr Male tomorrow.
The German government has not requested the return of 180000 Germans living abroad. As of latest information only about 8000 Germans remain in Australia. The German Consul General Dr Ramista notes ongoing efforts to repatriate nationals from various regions.
Major General Sir Thomas Blamey heads a new Recruiting Secretariat under the Federal Government to raise volunteer militia to 70 000. The body includes Lieut Col S F Rowell and Major B J Andrew as army representatives, with a returned soldier as secretary. It aims to coordinate recruitment and news links between defense bodies and boards, urging national unity and civilian cooperation.
London reports the appointment of the Duke of Devonshire as Dominions Secretary due to Malcolm MacDonald’s preoccupation with Palace affairs. The political writer in the Daily Mail foresees the Duke traveling to Canada with His Majesty next year.
Japanese troops entered Hong Kong Saturday, occupying Luqua and shelling two British posts. British detachments withdrew briefly, then retreated from the frontier as the invaders pressed deeper. Chinese casualties reported amid the fighting on British soil.
The cabinet delayed legal steps under the Transport Workers Act for eight days after Port Kembla waterside workers refused to load pig iron for Japan. If they remain firm, government plans to use licensing powers on December 6 to compel work, says Attorney-General Menales, hoping for compliance with democratic principles.
The Daily Mall reports Mr Chamberlain may travel to Rome early January to engage with Italian and European affairs. The piece notes Britain’s appeasement policy amid Mediterranean tensions and Mussolini’s role in the region, reflecting ongoing diplomacy.
The Minister for Defence announced the establishment of an Anti Submarine Branch within the RAN Volunteer Reserve. The unit will include about 66 officers and 168 men. Training begins at the new Aptimut Fine School in Buttney around January 15.
In Warsaw the Polish Soviet declaration reaffirms the existing non aggression pact and envisions mutual commercial exchanges. It notes questions from the frontier incident and aims to stabilize the border with a constructive approach as reported by Gazeta Polska.
A Monday court session on coal industry grievances featured Judge Drake Hoockman questioning union discipline and miner conduct. Witnesses described loyalty among workers and efforts to address underlying unrest amid broader labor tensions. In global news, reports from London and Amsterdam noted fascist and anti Comintern developments and a tense chess championship reflecting geopolitical pressures.
A disputed ban on iron and steel workers in the Port Kemble area triggers a factory shutdown threat and a formal government inquiry. Officials consider wartime labor restrictions as parliamentary debate intensifies about shipping to Japan and the impact on local industry.
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