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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 24, 1938

Page

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Federal Treasurer Attacks N S W Premier

Across reports from Hong Kong and London, the federal treasurer criticizes New South Wales leadership amid rising tension over Canton and Chinese resistance. Bombing in Canton displaces hundreds. hospitals emptied as evacuations proceed. Chiang Kai Shek’s headquarters reportedly relocated. Hankow area warned of air raids as Japanese advance continues.

London Canton Hong Kong British United Press

Inflation clash at Premiers Conference spillover

Federal Treasurer Casey accused New South Wales Premier Stevens of pressuring monetary policy and warned against Bank Board interference. He defended Commonwealth Bank policy while outlining two state proposals to shift spending for defence and economic planning, emphasizing national unity and cautious cooperation.

Mr Casey New South Wales Mr. Stevens Casey Stevens Br. Stevens Commonwesitt Dusinwex Caney Gtevens Ar. Bloven Faet Thia Lyona Ate Yeoula

Occupation Reported In Several Chinese Regions

Fragmentary dispatch states Japanese forces occupy eastern districts near Hankow and Canton. Reports indicate 4000 Chinese casualties and ongoing preparations by Chinese forces. General Chiang Kai-shek and his wife were not yet evacuated as tensions rise in the region.

Tokyo Amaay Yoho Gssupation Canton Hax Ban Kompleted Hankow Tee Ing Chiang Kai Rhek Sud

Forced Landing Near Port Stephens In Militia Maneuvers

A Hawker Demon aircraft participating in military exercises at Port Stephens made an emergency landing without damage after its engine failed. The incident occurred during the joint maneuvers, with repairs noted on a nearby aircraft that had broken down and remained unrepaired.

Newcartla Sunacy Hawker Demon Air Port Stephens Allen Fromyong Yerrdey

Strikers Resume Work in Miner Dispute Talks

In expected move a general resumption of work is discussed amid mining unrest and possible air disruption. Negotiations proceed tonight between mining unions and colliery owners before Judge Deake-Brackman to address industrial claims and potential reintroduction of general service.

Runcay Coat Minen Elroing Sirlice TL Tn Deake-Brackman

Preparations for Non-Stop Flight 1 Sighted

London preparations for Non-Stop Flight 1 report Vickers Wellesley ambora due in Reypt from Lon a on Monday for sampling. Officials note Nobstoy Right to Autre oe.

London Vickers Wellesley Ambora Reypt Lona Nobstoy

Stevens declines to comment on case attack

Sydney paper reports Premier Stevens refusing to comment on Mr Casey's attack. He said he had nothing to add to his Canberra remarks. The article notes Stevens has for years wavered in and out of season and hints at using a national crisis to push acceptance.

Stevens Casey Canberra Sir. Stevens Weason

No National Leader Says Forgan Smith

In Brisbane the sundae report notes that no national leader endorsed Forgan Smith. A conference concluded with general warning that the Commonwealth Government was divided on the issue and national leadership remained immature. Fremley's statement expressed disappointment at the Canberra conference results and urged readiness before a loan council meeting on conversion.

Brisbane Sundae Austratte Fang Fremley Mr. Foransmith Wade Canbera Inter

Benes in London Arrives Unexpectedly Amid Health Strain

London dispatch reports former Cxedho Morakia premier Dr. Benes arriving by air in London. Embassy notes say his health is frail and he and his wife are resting in the countryside.

London Cxedho Morakia Dr. Bence Eriand TessoMletaily Glalt

Unfair Attack on Minister Thorby at Canberra Ball

Sydney Sunday notices report uproar in government circles over Defence Minister Thorby allegedly leaving a conference for a Friday night dance at the Hotel Canberra. Officials deny the claim, noting Thorby helped press the wealth's case with Sir Earle Page and Lynns during the final sessions. Special invites went to Commonwealth and State ministers to a journalists ball, with attendees including Evans, Conny, Mensley, and Beunnar.

Sydney Uhat Thothy Dane Canberra Thorby Lynns Earle Page Thorly Munstore Evanel Conny Mensley Outh Waly Colonel Beunnar

Failing Premiers Prompt Direct Appeal to People

Canberra reacts to premiers’ failure to back the Commonwealth plan for national development and contemplates a constitutional review. Observers note no national view from premiers and expect voters to authorize changes to Commonwealth powers to advance defence and economic aims without state obstruction.

Commonwealth Canberra Austra Australia

No Postponement Of Plans On Defence Funding Dispute

Cabinet spokesman rejected delaying defence plans citing States non participation. The stance risks placing defence needs ahead of forthcoming years as limited funds force prioritization. Premier conferences failed to endorse Commonwealth advisory aims and defend national cooperative funding with states resisting centralized control.

Commonwealth

Restricted Horizon of States conference misfire

The report notes the rapid decline in prospects as Premier Stevens of New South Wales failed to broaden his regional stance at the conference. A push for a national level, backed by a Victorian-led resolution, stalled amid disillusionment with Commonwealth hopes and public perception of Stevens’s federal ambitions. The piece signals upcoming constitutional debates on federal authority.

Dunmans Warith Commonwealth New South Wales Mr. Stevens Stevens Filmoura Builney Malbourne Stey

Hearst Attacks Britain In Five Language Broadcast

Randolph Hearst urges American isolation in a radio broadcast rebroadcast worldwide in five languages. He accuses England of selfishness and perfidy, denounces Anglo American efforts, and claims Britain plots to dominate Europe and Africa while the United States should avoid entanglement. In strong terms he blames England and France for delaying peace and warns against foreign influence.

New York Randolph Hearst Britain America Hearst England Fiearet Uncle Sam France United States Europe Africa Tr ‘Orient Tada Afries

Commonwealth to proceed with defence plan sans state help

Australian Commonwealth signals it will push ahead with its national defence and developmental program despite state reluctance. Prime Minister Lyons states security remains first and plans to stimulate all aspects of life, with another conference planned to urge state cooperation.

Commonwealth Sheld Lyats

International taps mix with Palestine and Ulster drama

Across Paris and London, reports flag a growing defence collaboration in Australia, while Roosevelt backs Palestine as a Jewish homeland and immigration stays open. In Ulster, Craigavon warns civil war could follow any move to enforce a treaty, and Brest recounts a seven-boat Loyalist raid with arms seized from rebels.

Roosevelt New York Palestine Bonnton Wagner London Dispaten Mor Jeeland Lord Craigavon Viterae Moaniteato Imaeduca Ulster Ulater de Jera

Train Injury in Sydney Spurs Commonwealth Plan

fragmented OCR text describes a train incident in Sydney involving Burcay and references to a Commonwealth proposal. mentions a tunnel between Brooklyn and a railway, and a convocation body regarding a loan council. notes urgency, international government talks, and competing schemes for railway and road improvements with multiple named entities garbled.

Sydney Burcay Brooklyn Tmission The Commonwealth Brator

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