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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 20, 1936
Page
1
Labour caucus in Sydney decides Lang will move a censure against the Government likely on Wednesday. Four expelled Labour members Hi Davidson Heffron Were not present. fund contributions to Waratah Fund to be returned to those who lost seats after the election.
Reports from London describe a Spanish insurgent thrust toward Madrid as loyalist forces faltered. Troops from Toledo attacked at dawn, aided by hundreds of lorries, building a striking pressure on Toledo where government troops were least prepared.
In Sydney on Monday it is feared that Brian Abbot and Leslis Hay-Simpson, aboard the 16 ft vessel Mystery Star, may not have survived heavy seas that have raged for over a week on the voyage from Lord Howe Island to Sydney. The HMAS Waterhen returned to port after rough weather. Three Air Force planes were recalled to headquarters. Defence Minister Sir Archdale Parkhill ordered maximum cooperation in the search despite the slim chances of survivors.
A correspondent reports Legionairres and Moors forces under General Montaigu’s cavalry division driving through Degrades Mountains and onto the Tagus Valley. They capture Olias Del Rey, shell the Valencia line, and force a retreat of loyalist troops defending Madrid, with entrenchments north and west of the city.
A severe quake hit the Venetian province at 4.1 a.m. causing panic as residents fled into canals. Twelve seconds of shaking toppled structures near Cane Gilano and Venice. sixteen killed there and fifteen in Venice proper, with church bells and naval ratings aiding evacuations. A second four second shock at 10:15 a.m. caused further alarm but no extra casualties.
The inquest into Constance Mary McRae's death at Watsons Bay heard testimonies from crew and passengers on the FE and A o er Tanda voyage from Hong Kong. Statements described her as neurotic and vain, with money struggles and strange behavior on deck while warning signs were noted by Jackson Law and others.
Reported plan of collaboration between German and Italian police emerges as Mussolini receives the German police chief. Officials cite rising Communist activity across Europe, with Spain highlighted as a focal point for intensified coordination.
A German note signals an effort to undermine the League of Nations b y seeking outside arrangements. Locarno meeting described as remote with German actions viewed as a blow to the League, though details are unclear.
Federal Health Minister W M Hughes told journalists that war risks demand Australia maintains its own air power. He praised Australia’s decision to build planes and warned Europe remains a tinder box while Britain rearms, placing responsibility on Australia to defend itself.
The Air Investigation Committee reviewed the Darwin direction finding station logs and all signals from the Monospsr Croydon plane that crashed nearly 300 miles off course in the Indian Ocean. A decision will be made on sending a second plane to the reef to test if local conditions caused the deviation. Salvage of the plane has been abandoned.
The Council of International Chamber of Commerce adopted a 19 point program to gradually remove trade restrictions and high tariff barriers. It calls for a multilateral agreement open to all, bilateral treaties to abolish barriers, and joint action by leading powers to prevent currency depreciation used in trade and seasonal currency value variations.
The Traffic Conference recommended a 30 mph speed limit in built up areas with the onus on drivers to prove speeds over 30 mph were not excessive. Built up areas were to be defined by street lighting in municipal regions, while opinions differed on a 50 mph limit outside those districts, awaiting full conference discussion.
A 20 ft launch capsized on the Hawkesbury River during a weekend trip from Patonga. Twelve people died, six bodies recovered, and two survivors faced loss of wife infant son and sister. Names listed include H L Kalenstein and Clifton Jones among others as rescue efforts continued.
A man believed mentally deranged assaulted a girl in the home of the Police Commissioner Brigadier General Leane during the weekend. He fled when the Commissioner’s car arrived, leaving the girl unconscious and now receiving medical attention. The attack is linked to a string of terrorising incidents in the neighbourhood.
A German nine flying boat departed Sydneg? Nova Scotia this afternoon on a 1700 mile test flight to the Azores and then to Bremen. The voyage proceeds despite fog rain and strong winds.
Arthur Gammon, a prospector, survived gruelling conditions after a snowstorm on a lake route. He recounts being sheltered by a black bear from coyotes and finding a yearling bear in a cave on day six while seeking refuge. He remains in hospital after arrival.
Eighteen crew members of a Canadian ship bound for Band Merchant perished when a 62 ft dredge rolled over 14 miles northwest of Cleveland on Lake Erie. The vessel capsized lifeboats for hours and many were swept away by the gale and exposure.
Canberra authorities select Crown land overlooking the Molonglo River opposite the Interior entrance for a new hospital. The original city plan site is retained with potential for four storeys and future expansion. Board backs alterations for more beds and child ward capacity.
Paris reports Amy Mollison preparing for the 1937 New York Paris air race. She notes difficulty securing an aircraft in England where nine manufacturers are fully booked with orders.
A royal crown and jewels were reported stolen while under guard, with authorities stating the theft occurred despite eyes on the scene. Investigators are reviewing surveillance and interviewing watch personnel to identify suspects.
A youth died when a tree collapsed unexpectedly during a local outdoor activity. Authorities identified the victim and are investigating the incident, with witnesses describing a sudden, violent crash that ended the event.
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