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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 25, 1938

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Stevens Replies to Casey on Policy and Defence Plans

The text records Stevens defending a progressive policy and urging coordinated defence measures. He argues that a complete policy must avoid harming employment, linking current works to potential job losses and banking strain. He emphasizes cooperation with New South Wales and the Commonwealth Government to fund road and rail projects that create thousands of jobs while maintaining industrial stability.

Dafenes Pais New South Wales Turton

Melbourne Premier rejects talks on defence only

Melbourne Premier Mr Dunstan stated he would attend any future conference arranged by the Federal Government to discuss defence matters, but not other issues. The exchange followed a dispute with Mr Cuey who attacked Mr Attyons, the state’s chief official.

Melbourne Munday Cuey Attyons Victoria Dunstan Qla Fedal Aimcuss

Little Difference Between Federal Treasurer and NSW Premier

Hobart reports little difference between Federal Treasurer Casey and New South Wales Premier Stevens today. Both spoke on monetary policy yet observers note Stevens often aligned with the inner group on key votes. Critics say Evans’s actions were variably supported by Caron weather Makoan across discussions.

Hobart Feder Casey New South Walen Btevens Pramlne Taamnoia Ogilvie

Government scheme cost estimate quoted by Mr Casey

Mr Casey said he could not yet give full details of the scheme but noted that if four is counted the government would provide assistance at nine shillings yearly for each family. The cost, including retention and administration, might total £200,000 annually. This is in addition to the £2,000,000 the government has pledged for national insurance.

Aus Casey Ant Costa Fulhry Sconer Tater Halraun The Naturanic Commission Mfr Uhr Stevens Bate Naw Avia‘ton Mensien Germany Mensin Australia Austrein

Leadership Need of Democracy in Australia

Sydney Monday report on Federal Attorney General Menzies addressing Constitutional Club. He warns that strong leadership and trust in government are vital for democracy within Australia and elsewhere, noting lessons from Europe and the need for unity with Britain. He urges concrete national action and cautions against complacency amid crisis.

Sydney Bax Menzies Constitutional Club

Medical benefit delays from royal commission probes

The National Insurance Act faces delays as a Royal Commission inquiry slows start of medical benefits planned for April. Treasurer Caary said rules allow refunds for periods with no medical benefit, and adjustments will affect contributors, friendly societies, and approved associations. Officials anticipate actions on pensions and scope expansion next year.

National Insurance Medical Caary National Insurance Approved Society Royal Commission

Plot Against Duce's Life Suppresses Mussolini Visit

London report says Mussolini’s Turin visit was canceled after the Fasci bloc uncovered a plot against the Duce’s life. The Sunday Referee reports a purge is now proceeding within the party.

London Signor Mussoliniy Turin Duce Sunday Referee

Owners Declare Mine Stoppage Amid Miner Disputes

In New South Wales, mine owners announce a stoppage of all coal mines until noon tomorrow to pressure miners over disputed conditions. Newcastle union tendered to resume unless disputes are resolved. Aberdare Central miners plan to resume work, claiming owners’ ultimatum breached prior agreement. Federation officials say most disputes were adjusted.

Sydney New South Wales Newcastle Aberdare J Intermansage Minne Alinawt Miners’ Federation Rollisry Fede Itr

Poland seeks ten year extension of antiwar pact in Europe

London reports a Polish German draft to extend the 1934 pact that renounced war for ten years, aiming to push it beyond 1944. The document raises questions about Danzig’s status and notes Beck asked King Carol for Romania to stay neutral if Czechoslovakia is dismembered again.

London Dex Paich Lally Telegraph Wareew Tia Danzig Thim Beck Carel Rumania Czechoslovakia

Mechanisation forces layoffs in coal mines across districts

The Aberdare Central and several mines in North Wallrah Newcastle Mount Keire and Wongawillil did not reopen fully after mechanisation. Only about 100 miners started work versus 400 before. Aberdare Central kept idle after miners demanded five cages closed. Some cages contained two men who were killed in a fall months earlier, and thus considered dangerous. Other mines like Euslong and Wongewilll saw workers return as compensation cases influenced redeployment.

Bydney Mond Aberdare Central Neck North Wallrah Newcastle Mount Keire Wongawilil Aberdare No. 2 Kersnack Violenees BUC As & Remit Wenieh Tallingo Euslong

French Policy Seeks German Understanding Amid East Shifts

Paris reports that France aims to recalibrate foreign policy to appease Germany while retaining leverage in the East. The government considers a non-aggression pact with Germany, with possible leadership shifts including M. aadive or others. In domestic affairs, the Right gains seats in Senate elections. Communists remain unseated. Blum and Bonnet support a Popular Front split and a union against communists, signaling political realignment as Spain poses questions in foreign policy.

Germany New Car Mhet Council Mil Pareiee Blum M. Bonnet Audh Francely Riisin

Relief Funds Used to Raise New Army in Imrubalem

Sunday report notes relief money redirected to form a new army amid Arab rebel threats. Government seeks to distinguish civilians from terrorists, but few Arabs are volunteering.

Imrubalem Jil Nny

Jewish refugees aboard Mirella arrive from Singapore

About 30 Jewish refugees aboard the Mirella arrived from Singapore. Twenty had no travel documents and were admitted on conditional custody under alternative arrangements.

Sydney Singapore Jevrian

Time Limit City Search Hints at Hungarian Demands

A partially clear report from an oil city indicates a search is complete and normality may return if conditions hold. Hungarian ethnology and protests appear to influence the stance, with polling expected in the Greco Hungarian dispute and potential military aspects if demands remain unmet.

Buniay Meblue Arcs Hatiana Czechoslovakia London Hungary

Fire on Ship and Altitude Record Reported in Brief

A ship fire occurred while luggage was handled, causing injuries at a port. In Rome a new altitude record was set at 54 100 feet by Commander Mune He Pexzl. Defence authorities approved extensive wiretapping equipment upgrades and wireless communications for stations in Western Australia. Reports mention military contingents and regimental actions, with political parties and cabinet responses shaping strategic decisions.

Rome Bimday Mune

Graphic Picture of Aftermath in Czechoslovakia Refugees

A Daily Telegraph report portrays Czechoslovakia as a battered frontier land with refugees living in dire conditions. It describes border barriers, displaced families in Lihoe, occupation by German forces, and brutal treatment of prisoners and civilians including beatings, forced marches, and scant food and water.

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