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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 26, 1936
Page
1
London reports that Russia criticizes Portugal Spain pact terms leading to the non intervention committee's breakup. Portugal withdraws diplomat, threatens to arm rebels while Britain pursues verification and compliance amid a tense international standoff.
In London on a Saturday session of non-intervention subcommittees discussions touched on Russia and the question of whether Moscow remained bound to the same terms as other signatories. Debate focused on the Soviet role, observer status, and whether Britain and France should push for a concrete Portuguese port agreement amid tensions over arms exports to Spain.
Fragmented telegrams report General Franco demanding immediate surrender of Madrid after rebels breach Loyalist lines near Segovia and Aranjuez. Madrid fears a final bombardment as rebel columns advance while royalist defenses hold, with nightly air sorties and propaganda leaflets over the capital.
The sub committee heard testimony on Russian propaganda tactics and noted discomfort with the observer report. Mr Malsky cited Portugal as infringing, but failed to present detailed charges. The sub committee will reconvene at a moment's notice to address any new Russian policy shifts.
The Sunday Despatch reports Britain plans to dispatch four secret delegates to Ireland for interviews with Mr. de Valera in an effort to secure a peaceful settlement. The move signals renewed government urgency and aims to reassure Ireland about arms and independence questions.
London reports speculate France might denounce the Franco Soviet pact by Christmas, risking a fall of the Briam Cabinet. Whitehall doubts the pact, noting distrust of the Soviet alliance and fears of a possible war involving Russia and Germany. The French view Germany may not attack Venice but could be drawn into aiding the Soviet if Mussolini allies. Alleged landings in Almante and Palm fuel tension amid war scare.
London reports allege two more members of the Spanish nonintervention committee face charges by the British government. A Daily Telegraph correspondent cites Russian and Portuguese actions, with ships sunk, munitions deliveries, and Mussolini meeting Hitler to discuss a united front amid growing tensions with Russia.
In a cautious stance authorities decline to commit to Sue Soulet's plans to travel to Spal. Officials cite risk to the Black Sea frontier and a sensitive border situation, delaying any stated action or approval.
Fragmentary OCR provides limited readable facts about Paris and European diplomacy. The text hints at hopes for an equilibrium involving Parus or Parus allies, with references to dates like Sunday and phrases about ministers, a maintainance or Sncave term, but the fragmented source yields no clear event, participants, or outcomes to confirm.
In Perth the English innings collapsed to 486 with Capean dominant for Australia. Copson and Verity offered some resistance as Grimmett and Zimball combined for 58. Allen and Worthington opened well for England, but the final scoreline left a draw likely as four wickets fell for 120 at stumps.
The Asahi Shimbun argues that Japan may seek to import up to 400000 bales or more of wool from Australia this season, while the government and wool interests defer firm figures pending overseas availability and development. Analysts note a suggested quota around 120 to 130 million square yards of Japanese input, with graziers pushing other targets.
A South Africa Japan wool trade report notes 68 000 bales sold to December, up from 22 000 prior year. Japan is said to buy about 75 percent of South Africa's wool, while British purchases are minimal as British merchants source from Australia. The boycott mainly affects shipping routes between England and South Africa, with limited impact otherwise.
Berlin reports that the insurgent government in Spain is expected to be recognized by both Germany and Italy immediately as Madrid falls, signaling a regional shift in support and formal acknowledgment of the new regime.
In Biarritz Sunday the Radical Socialist Congress backed M. Blum's government amid turbulent Communist scenes. The budget was paused as Spain intervention looms and strikes threaten cabinet unity. If protests continue, Radical Socialists threaten to quit the cabinet.
A Sydney crash near Collaroy left Abraham Solomon of Redfern dead and Benjaman Solomon gravely injured. The vehicle reportedly left the road, crashed through a wire fence, overturned, and passengers Bert Gorman and George Graves sustained severe injuries. Police believe the car may have been stolen.
Chimes from St Andrew’s were heard in Casper yesterday for the first time in years sparking residents’ attention. Reports say the sounds originated from the church towers and were part of an amplification experiment using a Westmannater record system.
The annus fete at the Canberra Church of England Girls Grammar School was formally opened by Eady Whin Kard. A large attendance of pupils and visitors witnessed the ceremony as the Parents and Friends Association hosted the event on Saturday, reflecting school life and community support.
Arrangement for a fishing pageant at Denilgon on Saturday November 14 with about 10 planes belonging to an organization led by Lieut. dink 1. Reece. The profits will be shared on a 50 50 basis with the Canberts Youth Welfare Association.
An important conference to discuss overseas freight conditions will be held in Sydney on November 16. Representatives from the Commonwealth Government and primary producers are expected. Previous talks have yielded little progress, but recent cushions suggest improved cooperation may raise freight efficiency benefiting Australian producers and exporters.
A Montreal based Canadian factory aims to produce aircraft to meet wartime needs. The vice president announced that with U S and British factories operating at full capacity, Canada will attempt to meet conscription demands and reduce dependence on American and other imports.
The king plans a royal voyage to the Home Fleet home port at Portland in November. The royal yacht Victoria and Albert will proceed to Portland and remain there for the king's visit, per Admiralty notice.
A consiliatory speech by Sir Thomas Thakto, head of Defence Coordination, defending Lord Nuffield after a rift with the War Office over aircraft engine subsidies. He praises Nuffield’s industrial resources and argues the government should exploit available manufacturing capacity for the aviation programme while avoiding a public storm.
A fragmented report notes rising shares in New York with references to British attempts at purchase and ongoing negotiations by the Martin Company and the Bosring Copipoliy. The afternoon session saw activity and contests at stalls and sideshows with prizes listed for numerous participants in a community fair setting.
Fragmented report indicates Washington discusses American security and naval policy amid British orders. The piece mentions 1800 military plans and a declaration of policy by the Secretary of State, with references to officers and specific individuals.
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