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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 30, 1936
Page
4
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Lord Rothermere urges concentrating on 40 submarines and other naval craft. He says Australian, New Zealand and Indian governments should contribute not less than a portion of the cost of maintenance, warning the burden would fall on the British Exchequer without such support.
Italian forces seize Rome as reported from Addis Ababa with uncertain details. The dispatch notes government leadership and casualty mentions amid the rapid advances, reflecting wartime uncertainty and imperial context.
The article reports a proposed clash between Boots and a large American firm over the drug trade. It notes the American corporation Lena and Fink Products Corp Ltd, based in Delaware, and outlines claims of ownership and agency links in Australia. It highlights tensions between retail chemists and big drug combines, with statements from Mr E Holland regarding corporate power.
A century of concern grows over machines displacing labor and the social impact of automation. The piece notes warnings about cotton picking machines potentially replacing millions of workers, mainly Black laborers in the South, and reports attempts by inventors to redirect profits to ease unemployment, with limited early trials in the United States and Russia and calls for wage and work standards accompanying mechanization.
Victorian Government rejects the Commonwealth plan to resume migration with the United Kingdom while allowing limited assisted passages to relatives in Australia. Premier Dunstan notes many are unemployed and land settlement prospects are slim. States vary in stance as Canberra prepares a highly modified scheme based on state responses.
Henry Guilett, Minister directing negotiations, outlined three bills on trade pacts with Czecho Slovakia Belgium and South Africa. Belgium and Czecho Slovakia promises include duty concessions and quota safeguards benefiting primary producers while South Africa pact limits duties. Parliament adjourned after the marathon session with lively exchanges and jokes about party unity.
Queen Glanders debate centers on wage and conditions bill with divisions. Mr Curtin supports wider inquiry while amendment fails by forty to Mm in committee. Mrs Blackburn voices opposition as lead figures, amid protest and tense session.
In Bucharest on Thursday the Iron Guard, Romanian fascists blamed for political killings including ex-Premier Duca, renewed murder threats against Tone and other prominent figures such as generals judges and lawyers who oppose the extremists.
Sydney traffic court fined a taxi driver who admitted driving only 4 mph on a city street. The case, amid many speeding prosecutions, surprised waiting defendants. Judge Orem noted offenders may face heavy penalties for violating regulations and gave a one month to pay.
F C T contracts set for April 6 1937. J L Bruce of Word Street acts as clerk for erection of a brickage residence and garage at Reid. Price listed as £1480 with completion date set for April 16, 1937.
General Gene Vice President the French Council discusses extending the Maginot Line after significant spending. The plan faces Belgian concerns over remaining gaps and defensive adequacy amid ongoing revisions.
A Thursday report from Auckland notes the maximum fine imposed for share hawking, detailing authorities and the legal action taken. The article emphasizes regulatory stance and financial penalties.
Rain relief arrives as Blue Mount faces renewed fires and health concerns. Residents, officials, and rescue teams coordinate evacuations and containment efforts amid worsening conditions and limited access routes. Local agencies urge caution and monitor air quality while awaiting calmer weather.
A cryptic report notes a figure linked to a Dan re blow who was described as a heavily backed winner spy. It states the event occurred on October 14 and involved double event bets totaling 5,400,000.
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