Sanctions Draft Tightens Italy War Response at Geneva
Geneva reports a draft package for Italy includes rupture of relations limits on postal and rail links credit withdrawal and export controls with a possible coast blockade as the League pressures Italy over Ethiopia. Eden Laval Benes and Maariaga participate as Assembly debates next steps. Bucharest notes Rome delays grain and oil orders due to lira weakness.
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Frantic Sanctions Talk Foreshadows European Buyout Boom
London reports of economic sanctions spur brisk shopping as Italian households rush winter purchases amid rationing. Rome notes Italy may reject peace proposals while League actions loom. Amsterdam cites Nymegen boot factory redrawing supply lines to Italy. A broader plan to apply Article 16 sanctions is discussed by League Council.
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Italo Abyssinian Dispute Debate Resumes in Parliament
Australian Commerce Minister Dr Page defended the League Covenant backing Britain and the League of Nations in the Italo Abyssinian dispute. He warned against Labour Party splits harming unity and stressed joint responsibility with Britain to deter aggression and preserve peace. He cited Britain's fleet deployment and the need to protect trade routes and the Suez Canal while upholding collective security.
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Royal birth announced for Duke and Duchess of Kent
The Duchess of Kent gave birth to a son at 2.13 this morning at Belgrave Square House. A 3.40 a.m. bulletin said mother and infant are satisfactory. the Duke of Kent and Prince Nicholas were nearby. The Birth moves the line of succession with the infant as sixth gentleman of England and seventh in line to the throne.
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Major Attlee Named Temporary Labour Leader
The resignation of George Lansbury from the Labour Party leadership was accepted and Major Attlee was appointed temporary leader for the remainder of the parliamentary session. Sir Stafford Cripps resigned from the executive. The party plans a swift parliamentary reassembly and a debate on the international situation. Parliament may not meet immediately. the House will reassemble on October 28.
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South Africa faces looming tensions over League stance
The South African town is uncertain about League alignments as heavy wool exports and trade balances shape policy. The Union seeks favorable balance with trade partners while wartime sanctions loom and logistics strain domestic industries.
Public Offices to Rise as Canberra Transfer Planned
Government moves to use unused 50 000 foundations for new offices in the Federal Capital Territory. Minister T Paterson confirms 100 000 pounds set for developmental work tied to department transfer while foundations will be tested this year for strength and utility.
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British Inquiry from United States on Italy Sanctions
The Daily Mail reports Foreign Secretary Sir Samuel Hoare asked U.S. Ambassador Mr. Bingham to confirm how far the United States government would cooperate with the League in enforcing sanctions on Italy.
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Rights sold for wedding photography in Cardiff
The Daily Mail reports that photographer rights for the wedding of Jack Peterson, British heavyweight, and Betty Williams were sold to the highest bidder. The church’s small size limits attendance though the bride invited the public.
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Gold Discoveries In Northern Australian Districts
A report from Sir Herbert Gepp, Director of the Northern Australia survey, notes continued gold discoveries in Homheereek, Marble Bar, and Nullagine districts. The findings mention rich small reefs and encouraging conclusions to be submitted to the next meeting of the global committee for review.
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Royal Wedding Honeymoon Likely To Stay Local
The Duke of Gloucester and Lady Alice Scott will honeymoon at Boughton House Northamptonshire in keeping with Buccleuch tradition. A portrait by Lady Alice Scott will be auctioned at a hospital charity ball. They will depart for Boughton after the morning ceremony with no abroad trip planned.
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Cabinet to consider new No 2 War Pensions Tribunal
The Cabinet will today decide on appointing a second War Pensions Entitlement Appeal Tribunal as the present panel cannot cope with the backlog. Several nominees have been forwarded to the government by veteran organizations.
Moral Reward for Abyssinia War Claims
Haile Selassie told a French correspondent in Addis Ababa that naming Plaly 9 as aggressor upheld justice for Abyssinia. He said Abyssinia has never wanted or written war and now receives the moral reward due to its stance.
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Dust storms hit inland Sydney across New South Wales
Dust storms were reported in many parts of New South Wales today with extremely unpleasant conditions. More dust is forecast for tomorrow, especially in the south west of the state.
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Ethiopia Turns Back Adigrat Recapture Italians Lose Ground
Ethiopian forces counter attacked Adigrat recapturing the area from Italian troops while Aksum remains held against the enemy. The report notes renewed fighting and strategic positions in the region as Allied and regional powers monitor the advance.
Adigrat Recaptured as Abyssinian Forces Advance
Addis Ababa reports Adigrat fallen to Ras Seyoum’s men after a night march, with light resistance. Italian plans focus on Aksum as Ayalon’s Abyssinian troops push north toward a pincer, while Adowa area experiences a lull and air raid precautions darken Addis Ababa.
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Abyssinians mobilize vast forces to halt Italian advance
Addis Ababa reports rapid plans to counter the Italian push north and south. Emperor prepares with 120,000 troops to Dersto along with the Imperial Guard, 104,000 more en route from Balale, and Ogaden forces near 300,000. Americans gift two aeroplanes. gas attack allegations surface but disputed. Djibouti to reinforce frontier with artillery tractors ambulances huts and Senegalese troops.
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Emperor seeks recall of Italian minister in Addis Ababa
Ethiopian note to the League records the decision to expel the Italian minister in Addis Ababa on grounds of espionage and plots. The Emperor orders the Abyssinian envoy in Rome to withdraw and urges Eritrean evacuations. Italian protests to the League over not recalling Count Vinci. Cairo reports Egypt allocates £300,000 for war material.
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