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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 07, 1937

Page

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Roosevelt calls end to isolation in Chicago speech

President Roosevelt warns America may be drawn into action with League Powers if international anarchy continues. Geneva reports note condemnation of Japanese operations in China and breaches of the Nine Power Treaty and the Pact of Paris. A conference of Nine Power Treaty parties is favored.

London Chicago Roosevelt United States Geneva China Japan Paris Witudhzens United Blues Spain Mainain Justin Sheuughout

Roosevelt Warns Quarantine For Offenders In War Times

President Roosevelt in Chicago urged nations to quarantine aggressors to curb international lawlessness. He condemned Spain and China actions and warned civilians face danger from unprovoked attacks. Geneva discussions weighed the speech impact on the Far East amid League considerations.

Mild Version for Tokyo Tokyo Public House

A brief notice from Tokyo notes a mild version of Mr. Rouse Voile’s public hour. The snippet hints at a forthcoming event or speech with limited details and cautious wording.

Tokyo Mr. Rouse

End of Isolation France Claims US Will Enter War

Paris papers react to Roosevelt’s policy shift toward isolation ending as the United States leans toward peace with nations seeking it. Le Petit Parisien and Le Populaire weigh the impact on Americans who believe the United States can stay out of war despite rising global tensions.

Roope Vel Paris Roosevelt United States New World Elieves Ual Mr. Koowe

Doorway Open to Collaboration Policy Speech

Roosevelt signals US openness to collaboration with nations to check Japan in China. The New York Times notes a conference under a unifying treaty framework. The speech aims to encourage a practical program and League Nation alignment through diplomatic consultation.

Washington Roosevelt New York United States Japan China Ui Ninespower Teaty

Cabinet to Decide on Premier Speech Report

London dispatch says the British Cabinet will meet Wednesday to discuss President Houinevelt's speech. Informed quarters warn Britain will not join any action to provoke Japan or threaten Mediterranean preoccupations.

London Ilecuns Houinevelt Britain Japan Mediterranean

League Report Condemns Japanese Operations In China

The Far East Advisory Committee of the League of Nations condemns Japan for invading Chinese territory and controlling large areas including Peiping and Chiahat. It cites breach of the Nine-Power Treaty and Pact of Paris, noting military actions and bombing over wide regions while urging reestablishment of peace and compliance with interwar treaties. In Shanghai, General Han Fughu moves to execute those fleeing the province after loyalty shifts.

Geneva Japan China Farhatin League of Nations Bmi Peiping Jiacit Snd Shanghai Han Fughu Bhantung Province Bbatthe

Japan's Reply to Roosevelt in Tokyo Speech

Japan's Foreign Office spokesman Mc Kawaly challenges Roosevelt's Chicago address. He argues that the population growth and urban confinement breed injustice if some gain happiness while others are denied it. He asserts Japan seeks no Western dictated rights but demands freedoms for its people.

Tokyo Ronsevelt Chicago Foreign Office Ian Mc Kawaly Japan

Japan's peaceful development plan urged for China support

The speaker stated Japan aims peaceful continental development for all, seeking Chinese cooperation but noting China resisted by force. He expressed confidence that China will eventually recognize Japan's true intent and choose a path leading to peace for all nations involved.

Japan China Chitose Pease

British Arms Aid Accused in Chinese Conflict Report

A British backed operation allegedly ships phase planes to Hong Kong then Canton to aid Chinese resistance. A tabloid claims Britain helps Chin a, storing arms in Hong Kong Hankow railway and sending machine guns to bolster Chinese defense. The piece portrays Britain as prolonging the conflict and encouraging Chinese resistance.

Tokyo Japansas Pres Hong Kong Canton Chinees Britain To Ching China

Protest Meeting At Albert Hall Against Japanese Atrocities

Thousands gathered at the Albert Hall to protest Japanese aggression in China and advocate a strong international response. Archbishop of Canterbury urged cautious action to curb bombing while calling for unity, prayer, and government pressure for sanctions and eventual disarmament. Renowned figures sent messages of sympathy amid appeals for American cooperation and a global economic boycott of Japan.

London Albert Hall Tlis Utne Canterbury Britain Japan Europe Tylon Batisbury Winton Churchi Bird Weld Rindall Gilbert Murray Daehn Atholl Bop Tillett Senor Delizase Guernior Duran Fo Bilan Canton Nanking Herbert Morrison Boyan Carter Canterbbury

United Front Labour Rejects Pact Amid Parliament Vote

The British Labour Party rejected a united front with the Communist Party by a landslide 2 016 000 to 841 000. R J Clynes and Sir Stafford opposed alliances with Communists warning such ties would harm Labour’s future progress. A message was to be sent to the Australian Labour Party urging victory in the forthcoming federal election. Dalton argued Labour’s win would boost the movement across the Empire and the world.

London Wittish Labour Party United Front Communist Party R. J. Clynes Labour Party Stafford Dalton Labour

Royal Visit Or Curtin Attacks Mr Lyons

Cur tin accuses Lyons of politicizing a royal visit and says the proposed Australia chair is a political device. He says the Labour Party seeks royal favor through workers support and predicts Labour victory in Victoria's Senate election amid optimism for a 40 hour week and broader wins.

Wagga MR. Lyanay Australia Federal Labour Party Curtin Lyona Labour Myadlf Thorn

Two Leaders Campaign in New South Wales

In New South Wales for the first time in the campaign the Prime Minister Mr Lyons and the Labour Leader Mr Guertin spoke at the same time. Mr Guertin addressed a meeting at Wagne and Mr Lyons supported the UAP candidate at Fivedonk.

Sydney Mr. Lyons Labour Mr. Guertin New South Wales Burtin Wagne U.A.P Fivedonk

British terrorism in Palestine dominates Italian press

Rome dispatch notes Italian newspapers devote much space to Palestine coverage. Reports mention renewed interest in British actions amid rising tensions and a revival of certain sentiments.

Rome Palestine

Discovery I Research Voyage Heads to Antarctic

London dispatch notes the Royal research ship Discovery TT set to depart for Antarctic waters to pursue oceanographic and whale research. The voyage will pause at Capetown on Thursday as governments of South Africa Australia and New Zealand are invited to nominate scientists or other personnel to assist with the mission.

London Royal Research Discovery TT Antarctic Capetown Governmenta South Africa Australis New Zealand

Rome Censors Speech From Roosevelt Across Pages

Rome reports Roosevelt's speech through official news agency lines while a Popolo d’Italia article attributed to Mussolini hints at reactions. The piece notes gossip from the Archbishop of Canterbury and suggests Britain would bomb enemy positions if necessary, referencing past actions in Waziristan.

Rome Edoretay Roosevelt Newa Popolo d'Tralle Signor Mussolini Mays Canterbury Britain End Lo Wasiristan

Minister Charged With Multiple Counts In Edmonton Case

A minister in Edmonton Alberta faces four counts after a Wednesday election incident involving bankers. The proceedings reference nine votes and a mandate, with names and details obscured in the fragmented OCR text.

Edmonton Alberta Benatar

Japanese Push Stalls as Desperate Battle Rages in China

Desperate fighting in Chapei sees heavy losses with no side gaining ground as Sino Japanese forces clash across five fronts in North China. Japanese troops in Peiping drive guerillas into mountains and report captures north of Taiyuanfu amid claims of strikes on Chinese leaders and reinforcements.

Tokyo Chapei Pravinase China Peiping Chunhsien Taiyuanfu

Two Days Holiday At Shanghai Front War

The Japanese spokesman says two days holiday to support war efforts as they cleanse wrecked areas and communications. Thirty planes continue strafing Chinese lines, six bomb Nanking, one shot down. Roosevelt and ministers discuss government plans with Prince Saionji, while General Usukogu is appointed to a key post in the War Office relation to the incident.

Nanking Shanghai Roosevelt Tokyo Saionji Comet Nows Tun Usukogu War Office

Japanese policy letter contests Sino-Japanese war blame

London dispatch reports Japanese figures including Prince Tokugawa and ex-Governor Fukai sending a letter to The Times denying responsibility for the war and murder claims. The letter argues Japan favored conciliation but allowed limited force against an adversary using bombing and reserves grave risks to civilians near railway targets and military sites.

London Prince Tokugawa Viscount Tabi Hayashi Matsui Beinosukeguri Bank of’ Japan Fukai the Times Japan Cuina Tee Turata Wade Mhanghal Raliwaya

Ferry accident injures Marae avers at wharf

Marae avers injury after being struck by a ferry at Oramamas wharf. Dean reports the collision caused a fall toward the lee area, with details unclear due to damaged text. Authorities investigate the incident.

Vara Marae Ferry Oramamas Lee Ake

Alberta Royal Assent Deferred to Aberhart Bills

Lieutenant Governor Bowen refines royal assent to three Aberhart government bills passed by the Legislature. The measures cover treatments taxation and the amendment of the Canada Alberta Regularising Act. Awaiting further communication from the Governor General Lord Tweedmouth.

Edmonton Bowen Alberta Aberhart Canada Alberta Lord Tweedamutr

Driver fined for drink driving after Granville crash

Ronald Bruce Walker a 48 year old solicitor and MLA member was fined 9 pounds with 190 costs after pleading guilty to driving a motor car under the influence. Police said he pulled onto the wrong side, drove at about 90 miles an hour and collided with road signs near Granville. Detective Constable Brown described him as unsteady with a flushed face and strong liquor odor. Walker appealed for leniency citing illness and long driving record.

Sydney Ronald Bruce Walker Legislative Parramatta Granville Walker Bydney W. Brown

Melbourne Crew Tanker Destiny Ties to Illness

Melbourne medics state several Brittan Destiny crew members show paratyphoid fever symptoms after touching the tanker’s crew. The vessel arrived today in Melbourne and the situation is not deemed dangerous.

Melbourne Althous Adelaide Mel Bourne

Unclear Text About Local Baron and Vale Scene

Fragmentary wording from London Missouri notes a baron and a scene at Mone Vale Sear. The passage mentions Morris and Tankerville in a muddled context with scattered place names. No clear event date or outcome is discernible from the legible items.

London Tankerville Morris Mone Vale Ergtant

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