Chinese Hold Line Under Japanese Barrage Near Shanghai
Chinese forces resist a 36 hour Japanese attack north of Shanghai amid heavy air and ground bombardment. Japanese troops deploy dozens of mechanised detachments and pill fortifications line the front from Kiangwan to Liuhang as Chinese fight to hold the Kangwan artery with wounded and limited medical support.
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Shanghai
Kianawan
Kiangwan
Lotien
Bhanghai-Liliha
Taaet
Jaeing
Kisiing
Nanaalang
Bhenghlacho
Kwanseches
Liuhang
Home Armies Massing in North Shanghai
Japanese sources report 130000 Chinese armies missing in North China reorganising under Chiang Kai-sen and ordered to hold the Japanese at bay. Chinese quartered at Shihchiachwang near the front. Nanking says Chinese encircled 1000 Japanese south of Tientsin. Japanese southward force sifts, Shanghai claims defensive measures and heavy shelling while devices assert damage to Chinese gunboats and the estuary.
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Shanghai
China
Chiang Kai- Sen
Shihchiachwang
Nanking
Tientsin
Labour Motion Urges Economic Pressure on Japan
London Monday Labour Party meeting at Hournemouth prepares a motion by leader Atleeto calling to prohibit loans and sale of aircraft to Japan and to join League of Nations and United States in pressuring Tokyo. Protests also note Japanese bombings of non combatants and urge action.
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London
Labour
Hournemouth
Atleeto
Japan
Natone
United States
Éconoisle Pressere
Woman attacked on Wanganui road injures Una Thompson
Auckland dispatch reports Mrs Una Thompson attacked on her way home in Wanganui. She was found unconscious on the footpath near her residence with severe head injuries. London notes MPs furious over Japanese bombings and a debate on foreign affairs slated for October 22 following Parliament's return.
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Auckland
Wanganui
Una ‘Thompson
Wan
Bhowan
London
Mouse of Commons
Eight Hour Day Parade Draws Sydney Crowd
Fine weather brings a large crowd to the Eight Hour Day procession in Sydney. Annual banners are displayed with a notable banner calling for a boycott of Japanese goods. Beachgoers and picnickers join the event as banners reference worker issues and 40 hour workweek themes.
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Sydney
Hun Uxual
Ching
Nowiday
Mpect
Australia House Snubs Scouts Critique on Tea Reception
Melbourne report says W. P. Forke, leader of the Australian Scout contingent at the Jamboree, criticised Australia House for half-hearted cooperation and a poor tea reception. The dispatch notes the snub as officials are challenged on hospitality and support during the visit.
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Melbourne
Australia House
W. P. Forke
Forke
Australia
Italy Stand in Spain No Territorial Aims Declared
London reports a Daily Telegraph forecast saying Italy has no territorial aims in Spain or Morocco aligned with the Ny on Pact. It notes withdrawal of volunteers as essential to avoid grave complications and suggests belligerent rights may be granted if progress occurs. Mussolini and Hitler push for General Franco victory.
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London
France
Paris
Ritain
Britain
Rome
Mussolini
Hitler
Franco
Italian reply on Spain to demand non intervention
Rome correspondent reports Italy will demand full non intervention extended to all foreign powers and citizens before granting belligerent rights to France. It is also asked how withdrawal of volunteers on the government side will be secured amid alleged Spanish nationality. Mangolini has summoned a Fascist Grand Council for Thursday to discuss international affairs with Spain as a key topic.
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London
Rome
Daily Telegraph
Spain
France
Britain
Double murder shot and stabbed in suburb car
In New York a 19 year old man Louis Weas and 19 year old Frances Akjek were found shot dead in a car on a suburban highway. The girl was stabbed seven times and a crude circular symbol was drawn on each forehead. Police see no robbery motive and recall 1990 lovers’ lane murders where a maniac signed letters with a symbol. The couple were on the run 12 hours before being found, parents thinking they had eloped. the woman was not attacked and jewelry remained.
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New York
Louis Weas
Frances Akjek
Suburrban
Rebel Advance Threatens Retreating Force in Snowbound Spain
Rebel columns move from Ribadesella toward Dijon exposing Astemian regiments to severe Alpine winter. Many suffer starvation and exposure as deserters tilt Covena to insurgents. Covadona reportedly captured after bitter resistance. In Valencia, ten planes ring the city dropping bombs with casualties and damage to hundreds of homes. two fighters repel raiders amid cheers.
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Bilbao
Ribadeselin
Dijon
Cut
Covadona
Inmurgente
Valencia
Farm Tragedy Ends In Double Shooting Fatal One
A 17 year old youth was arrested after a farm shooting at a Bates farm 40 miles away this afternoon. Thomas Bowler was shot in the head and later died as William Cann was wounded in the head and stomach while Bowler's ally tried to help. Cann expected to recover.
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Melbourne
Bate
Tata
Thomas Bowler
William Cann
Bowler
Alory
Gann
Cann
State election slight change in parties described
The article outlines probable post election party distribution in the new Parliament with UA P 21, U C P 21, Labour 21, Independent Labour 1, Independent. It notes Albert Park to UA P winner W Co Howarth and Allandale held by Lab P L Denigan. McLachlan likely joins Grand North seat as Ind. It reports final counts in Nunawading where Mrs Weber led over retiring UAP member Boyland by 194 votes after 600 to 1,000 absentees. Premier Dunstan and Labour Leader Tunnecliffe foresee continued party cooperation.
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W. Co. Howarth
Albert Park
U.A.P
P. L. Denigan
Lab
Allandale
McLachlan
Tnd
Grand North
Labour
Euro Progress
Pratergrees
Nunawading
Weber
Neglectful Parents Sentenced After Babies Die
At St Kilda Court, James Henry Hunter received three months and Frances Hunter one month for neglect leading to the deaths of two babies. A constable and policewoman testified the children were neglected, with the boy underweight and the girl in filth. The case cited the mother’s lack of money due to the husband’s drinking. The State Department declined comment on an upcoming visit by the Duke and Duchess of Windsor.
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Melbourne
James Henry Hunter
St. Kilda
Frances Hunter
Laure
Hunter
Abe
Washington
State Department
Jutnoriines
Duke and Duchess of
Windscrater
Exrts
White House
U S Visit Duke Duchess of Windsor No Precedent
An official in Paris notes no precedent for a royal visit by the Duke and Duchess of Windsor. A German propaganda minister comments on the rumored Austro-German visit and whether Hitler will meet the couple remains uncertain.
Menzies' Logic Sees Labour Lose Ground in Victoria
In Adelaide on Monday the Federal Attorney General says Victorian results have no bearing on federal elections. The Victorian contests between the UAP and Labour show Labour losing several seats, while Menzies argues the federal outcome remains unaffected.
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Adelaide
Imengies
Nesta
UAP
Labour
Oad
Spanish Refugees Repatriated from Perpignan
Three thousand Spanish refugees are being repatriated to Spain from Perpignan as part of a government move. Sent back to their homeland, the group faces return logistics and potential reintegration challenges.
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Paris
Perpignan
George Morris to succeed Tunkueville Moria in Wales
George Morris of London is set to succeed the late Tunkueville Moria, who died suddenly at Bepton. The Mines family is described as ardent, wealthy, and well known in Wales. Auntny Mian is mentioned as Be-year-old, with Be- errors in text.
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London
George Morris
Arab Strike Intensifies as Appeals Fail in Jerusalem
In Jerusalem on Monday, appeals to Arab workers to return to work amid a general strike movement have failed to halt unrest. Reports indicate four Jewish Communists have been deported as the strike widens its reach and tensions rise in the area.
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Jerusalim
Woman defendant admits lack of awareness of baby until told
In court the woman defendant stated she did not know the baby existed until the constable informed her. She cited ill health and said a money shortage did not stop her providing care, as she received an allowance and her husband had sustenance payments.
N Z Works Record Programme For Auckland Finance
New Zealand's government reveals a record works programme for the year. The scheme aims to finance 45,000,000 pounds, described as the greatest public works push in the country’s history and to fund Auckland projects.
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Auckland
Zeande
Ministers Clash Over Defence Policy in Bendigo Address
A wide gap between Labour’s industrial and political wings on defence policy was highlighted by Federal Labour Leader Sir Archdale Parkin speaking in Bendigo. He criticised the ministerial plan as useless for Commonwealth security, urging a robust defence policy with full Britain cooperation and warning against isolation and extremist influence. The address targeted the government’s uncertain three year outlook and industrial protection measures affecting manufacturing and import reliance.
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Melbourne
Labour
Sir Archdale Park
Bendigo
Great Britain
Writing on Wall: Forde Optimistic of 1979 Landslide
The report quotes Mr Forde arriving from Rockhampton predicting a Labour landslide similar to 1920. He believes the Federal arc of factions will shift in Labour favor, signaling strong electoral momentum ahead of the 1979 contest.
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Forde
Rydney
Rockhampton
Lyons Avwaiting information on postwar world aid
Lyons Avwaiting information quotes the prime minister expressing hope that Britain and Empire nations will cooperate to navigate difficult waters ahead. He believes peace can be steered with concerted effort and that world development should begin soon.
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Adrian
Great Britain
Population imperative from Australian Prime Minister Lyons
The Prime Minister Lyons told the Bri Chamber of Commerce that Australia must grow its population or perish. He warned against the current stagnant numbers and urged immediate policy to boost population without waiting for future prospects. He also addressed concerns about immigration and the types of foreigners entering the country.
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Australia
Mr. Lyons
Junction
Bri
Chamber of Commerce
Mryon
Hitler urges German colonies at farmer meeting
Berlin on Monday, at Bueckerberg, Herr Hitler addressed farmers and reiterated demands for colonies. He declared, We would gladly buy of the world which has not traded with us for 16 years.
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Berlin
Bueckerberg
Hitler
Turbulent Times Warn of War as Cleric Voices Opinion
A touring cleric condemns a blind eye policy and warns of imminent conflict. The speaker urges preparedness and cites rising tensions near a volatile region. The article reflects editorial voices from Britain on global escalation and security concerns.
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