28 Oct 1936
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 28, 1936
Page
1
Readable fragments mention a 490k figure with unclear context and lists of personal names and places. The text is garbled with mixed letters and partial phrases, providing little coherent detail beyond the numeric reference and several proper names.
London dispatch notes the Air Ministry and Lord Nutfield reached a three point peace agreement after Cabinet members met. The Daily Herald claims the terms will be announced in Parliament on Thursday, with the Air Ministry saying the last word is spoken.
The Daily Telegraph diplomatic correspondent notes Britain faces a difficult issue at the cabinet’s sitting. Discussion centers on how a Levist protectorate in the Mediterranean and balance of power with Germany and the USSR affect Spain and the Balearic Islands.
A Portuguese communique accuses Madrid of violating diplomatic immunity and fomenting unrest by recognizing insurgents. The report notes Portugal engaging the Military Governor and Mayor of Travers, who appeared on a balcony to address a cheering crowd as national anthems played for Portugal, Spain, and Germany.
London reports a bold prediction that Madrid will fall within three to ten days as besieging forces advance. Government troops struggle to hold critical positions while a suspected repatriation of Madrid’s ministers fuels rumors of a government withdrawal and anarchist activity in the capital. Aerial bombing by government planes targets civil defense, with Lisbon noting the likely fall imminent.
Paris reported by L Information Berne correspondent that Hitler weighs restoring the German throne and has favored the Duke of Brunswick as monarch. The aged duke, cousin of the former king of Hanover, was stripped of title in the war.
Forty United States Navy seaplanes from Pearl Harbor base begin extensive secret maneuvers across the Pacific. The route extends from Baker Island to Howland and Jorvia Islands southward toward New Zealand and Australia, with 120 maneuvers planned.
Berlin reports Germany vows industrial leadership and colonial raw materials from Abyssinia while Rome notes Italy seeks international recognition to safeguard economic interests. Britain’s stance remains uncertain as Powers weigh Germany’s recognition example.
London dispatch says Herr Grasser, president of the Danzig Senate, will depart for Poland to appoint police port at Hamburg. The move appears tied to Polish pressure and signals possible Nazi policy shifts. A Berlin source hints Grasser’s action may be seen as appeasement or political maneuvering within Danzig’s governance.
British officials lodge strong representations to Japan after reports of British naval personnel being arrested and beaten in Shanghai. The incident involves claims of mistreatment during detention and suspicions of espionage connected to a photographic operation.
In Paris on Monday the Paris Saigon event saw only three starters with two crashes amid gear jams and forced landings. Arnoux and Andre JHpy) died in a Caudron Goeland monoplane crash while Retractable undercarriage jammed. De Trayat and Dure monoplane made a safe landing after fuel worries. McLean Challe Bril and MC Henry withdrew. The remaining flyers refueled and continued toward Karachi despite Adriatic weather.
A damaged report from London recounts George Andrew McMahon appealing a conviction for an alleged treasonous act. Lord Hewart reviews the case, noting no clear quarrel with the sentence while criticizing Megamon’s claims as fantastical and unfounded.
Fragmented OCR text suggests a House of Representatives session in May discussing trade diversion policies linked to a Dominion government plan. The note references dates in November and mentions hostages and parate terms, but details are unclear and names or places are not legible.
London Tuesday reports a renewed appeal to the Madrid Government by exiles and prisoners. Officials discuss unofficial estimates of prisoners and a forthcoming decision, with timing noted as November and related dates still awaiting authoritative confirmation.
The Nippon Yusen freighter service to Australia will resume from Yokohama on November 7 with the Marioka and Murawatch, followed by two more ships. The director expects a plan soon and notes Australian wool exports of 400,000 bales this season amid trade tensions and wheat shipments possibly returning to normal.
The Sydney County Council rejected Councillor Gardiner's proposal to ballot ratepayers on a 40 hour week plan. Councillor Cramer criticized the proposal as impractical and deemed the suggestion weak while supporting alternative views on the council's introduction of the measure.
Workers at Collie and surrounding districts halt coal output for a week after a mass meeting. Wages and dispute terms to be referred to a tribunal. Union threats loom to extend action and involve lumpers in stopping coal flow, affecting railway and tram services pending commission decisions.
In Newcastle yesterday Judge Nieth criticized the Planeport Authorities for taking over a man’s bus service without proper compensation. The case centered on Sinkins who refused to pay charges under the Newcastle Transport Board, and subsequent actions questioned by Mr. Male and Mr. Brunier.
Curious spectacle as bees gather outside Canberra Court. The case to be heard Thursday, with police hoping exhibits will not be needed.
The project, valued over £20,000, converts Glenrugre Estate near Bacchus Marsh into a farm school for young British immigrants. Funded by Lady Northcote and Australian trustees, with British government support, it aims to train migrants with a capital program and weekly maintenance grants.
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