Egyptian Army Mobilizes Troops for Libyan Frontier
Report from Alexandria notes extensive Egyptian Army movements toward the Libyan frontier with ferries loaded with barbed wire and troops. A convoy was described as 140 ferries. Naples and Rome sources report thousands of Italian troops heading to Libya. In Abyssinia, 38 officers and 16 soldiers were killed in the revolt. two rebel leaders were executed.
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Libya
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Abyssinia
Chinese Offensive At Shanghai Claims Rising Victories
Reports say Chinese forces, using mechanised units and air power, attacked north of Shanghai in Shansi Province with heavy artillery and fierce charges. Chinese officials claim success, while Japanese sources say attacks were repulsed. casualties cited include about 20,000 Japanese killed in Shanghai.
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Shansi
Fhih Yen
Tokyo
Daily Telegraph
Japan
Yangtsepiao
Whangpoo
France Upholds Firm Stand Over Minorca Tensions
Paris reports France will not tolerate Italian occupation of Minorca which jeopardizes prompt African reinforcements. Majorca allegedly hosts 200 Italian planes used for troops and ships. A Franco British note to Britain demands firm action with Port Mahon watches and non-intervention committee talks framed as final.
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London
France
Minorca
Africa
Paris
Daily Telegraph
Majorca
Port Mahon
M. le Brun
M. Delbon
Spain
Britain
Mediterranean
China cites gas warfare and bombing in notes to League
China submits two notes to the League of Nations accusing Japan of using poison gas and exploding shells near Nanking. Medical officers attach statements certifying three Nanking hospital patients with symptoms of poisoning.
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Thieseau
China
League of Nations
Japan
League
Nanking
Rail link between Hongkong and Canton severed
Japanese forces destroyed a railway section and damaged telephone lines cutting the Hongkong Canton link. The action interrupted traffic between the two cities, signaling a setback in regional connectivity amid ongoing hostilities.
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Hongkong
Thuradung
Canton
Bombed cars followed agreed wartime route
Investigations show that cars attacked by Japanese planes this week, carrying British party members, were traveling along the Nanking to Bhanghal corridor. The route had been formally notified to Japanese authorities through consular channels.
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London
Nanking
Bhanghal
Japan Eyes Attending Nine Power Conference
A Foreign Office spokesman indicated Japan might attend the Nine Power Conference though tensions rise over naval blockades and munitions restrictions. About 200000 Japanese Catholics petition for a legation to the Vatican, praising Japan’s stance against Bolshevism and seeking papal support. The Apostolic Delegate in Japan commented on the political controversy and Vatican guidance amid anti Bolshevik sentiment.
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Japan
Vatican City
China
Apostolic
Vatican Dn
Vatican
Balslevisn
War and trade tensions shape Japan China stance in Osaka view
The Manchester Guardian special correspondent in London reports that wartime consumers fear economic disruption yet seek to secure the Chinese market for Japan. British and American roles draw criticism as India unrest unites Osaka industrialists and militarists against Chinese industrialization under Britain.
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London
Thuradiy
Manchester Guardian
Tokyo
Japan
Britain
America
India
Osaka
Destitution and Disease Battle in Shanghai Slums
As winter nears authorities warn of a vast destitute crisis in Shanghai with up to a million evacuees from war zones. About 200000 homeless refugees sleep in alleys and mat sheds while tens of thousands live in shelters. outbreaks of smallpox and typhus raise alarm. Relief funds are nearly exhausted and a monthly £100000 is needed to sustain refugees.
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Shanghai
Meny
Friends
Australian tonf powers Japan on Tokyo visit
On his return from Australia Mr Yusuke Tsurumi told reporters Australians were friendlier to Japan than expected. He noted in Japan the press favored British views and London reports from China were often unfavourable to Japan, though some Japanese opinions appeared too.
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Australia
Yusuke Tsurumi
Rlo
Japan
Beac
China
London
Health Insurance Jubilee in England
Britain's health insurance scheme marks a jubilee with 18 million insured and £600 million in benefits. Sir Kingsley Wood notes a £20 million net surplus and plans to extend coverage for youth entering insured employment, bridging school medical service and insurance care.
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London
Kingsley Wood
National Insurance
Inca
Great Britain
Alberta Bond Cut Appeal In Edmonton Court
Judgment is reserved on the petition by the Independent Foresters challenging Alberta government efforts to cut bond interest. The case was heard in Edmonton with details reflecting a contentious policy change and ongoing legal contest.
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Edmonton
Alberta
Independent Foresters
Aberharst
Fierce Battles Rage Near Saragossa In Spain
In Spain near Saragossa government troops push along the Pyrenees frontier against insurgents. Heavy losses occur on both sides as the drive continues fifteen miles from Saragossa with Barcelona as a nearby reference point.
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Barcelona
Saragossa
Pyrenees
France Seeks Reciprocal Anglo French Support
The Paris Times correspondent reports France proposing reciprocal Anglo French support in measures under consideration by the Non-Intervention Sub-committee. If talks fail, France may push concrete proposals to advance the plan.
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London
Paris
the Times
France
Eden Briefs Italian Envoy on Non Intervention Efforts
Foreign Secretary Anthony Eden informed Italian Ambassador Signor Grandi of the understandings behind Britain and France leading the latent non intervention push and urged rapid decisions. Grandi generally agreed that Italy wishes to clear the troubled atmosphere but stressed the responsibility is not hers alone.
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London
Anthony Eden
Signor Grandi
Britain
France
Italy
De Valera Declines Free State Presidency Hope
Dublin telegraph reports Eamon de Valera president of the Executive Council refuses the post of Free State president created by the new constitution. He reportedly nominated a Northern Ireland resident as a unity symbol, with the new office to operate from December 2a.
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London
Dublin
Daily Telegraph
de Valera
Executive Council
Irish Free State
The
Free State
Northern Ireland
War Memorial to Be Finished at Canberra
Work on the National War Memorial in Canberra will start within two months and take about two years to complete. The project includes the dome hall of memories cloisters and court of honour with light sand stone facing and will cost over £250000, with current monthly expenditure near £7000. A contract for the museum work will be signed in Melbourne next week.
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Canberra
Melbourne
Navy Plans Air Patrols To Stop French Trawl Poaching
Sussex Fisheries Committee reports French trawlers poaching near Brighton. Lieut Commander Beat says current gunboats protect deep sea herring fleets and the Admiralty will act. French boats were seen off Haatingas with lights mimicking local vessels.
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London
Duncan Beat
Sussex Fisheries Committee
Admiralty
Brighton
Haatingas
Riots flare as oil pipe is struck and clashes widen in Palestine
Reports from Beisan Valley say the Irak pipeline was pierced in two spots with oil ignited. Bedouins clash with colonists at Tiratzmi over land, four Jews wounded. A bomb threat targets Jerusaha m cafe, but police avert explosion. Armoured trolley cars escort troops to Egypt amid renewed violence. Two Arab policemen killed. cinemas ordered closed. Banished Arab leaders abroad to Geneva and Alexandria.
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Arab Higher Committee
Palestine
Daily Telegraph
Syria
Beisan
Tiratzmi
Royal Sussex Regiment
Egypt
Black Watch
Bethlehem Main
Geneva
Alexandria
Europe
Swimming Season Opens at Canberra Pool on October 29
The Canberra Swimming Pool will open to the public on Friday October 29 as warm weather boosts expected attendance. Two swimming clubs are formed and city schools plan learn to swim campaigns. The Cotter River pool remains a popular picnic spot and a premier city attraction.
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Canberra
Cotter River
Meeting of Sub committee on Non Intervention in Spain
A chairman’s sub committee meeting is called for Saturday morning to hear French and British representatives present their governments’ attitudes toward foreign intervention in Spain.
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London
Non-Intervention Committee
Spain
Railways to Run Extra Trains for Melbourne Carnival
Heavy bookings for the Melbourne racing carnival prompt the railway department to operate two express trains on October 28 and 29 and add extra divisions to the Melbourne express service.
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Sydney
Railway Department
New Shop Assistants Award Starts Today
The new shop assistants award becomes operative from today with no expected displacement of female labour. Union secretary Mr. O'Dea said equal pay for men and women is provided, and no extra male labour had been requested.
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Sydney
O'Dea
Move for national university urged at Canberra
During a meeting of the Anglican General Synod in Sydney next week a motion will be submitted urging the foundation of a national university at Canberra to overcome the parochialism of Australian national life.
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Bydoney
Anglican Caneral Synod
Sydney
Canberra
Trotting Club Suspends Saturday Meeting at Harold Park
Sydney Friday report says the New South Wales Trotting Club will not hold its usual Saturday night meeting this week due to a Gaming and Betting Act ruling. The Central Summons Court found the club exceeded annual meeting limits because of week night trials. Other greyhound clubs face doubt, with government steps likely but not guaranteed.
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New South Wales Trotting Club
Howell
Central Summons Court
Miss Jean Batten Delays Flight Due Dust Storm
Brisbane reports Jean Batten reached from Winton this morning but will not fly to Darwin today. A dust storm along her route prompts postponement until conditions improve.
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