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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 01, 1937

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1997 January entry reads oddly about exhumation

An obscure 1997 fragment mentions someone named exhumed or exhumation and a likely time marker. The readable text hints at burial or removal actions, but details and names are incomplete and unclear.

Japanese Capture of Woosung and Shanghai Front Struggle

The report says Woosung fell to Japanese forces after heavy fighting. Air raids hit Canton twice with the second raid completing at least 17 years, while Japanese advances claim success on fronts in North China. Shanghai mass mobilization and front line clashes persist between Shanghai and Woosung with no clear advantage. The Times correspondent notes Tokyo’s stance on a Sino Soviet non aggression pact and Bolshevisation fears.

China Shanghai Woosung London Tokyo Ti He Times Foreign Office

China and Japan war notes from Shanghai dispatch

Chiang Kai-shek presses insistence that Japan withdraws to end hostilities as Nanking war council reshuffles chiefs. Shanghai reports cite China willing to seek non aggression pacts, reparations talks, and a war museum setup while recounting bombing incident involving President Hoover entourage and救 evacuation plans amid global tensions.

London Nanking Japan China Visil Chiang Kai-shek League of Nations War Council Chiang Kai- Shek Pui- Chungsi Changtse- Chung Puai- Chungsi

Coaster Urana Ashore in Dense Sydney Fog

In heavy fog the Urana a 519 ton steamer of the North Coast Steam Navigation Co ran aground at Old Bar near Manning River while en route from Sydney to Newcastle. Eighteen crew reached shore in a lifeboat, one man missing as search by Gli Har Surf Club continued. The vessel began to break up with its back broken and total wreck reported after the lifeboat evacuation.

Sydney North Coast Steam Navigation Co. Ltd Urana Old Bar Manning River Gli Har Surf Club Newcastle

American protest over Shanghai bombing prompts evacuation readiness

Secretary of State Cordell Hull ordered the American ambassador in China Johnson to protest to Chinese authorities about the bombing of a resident cover. Hull called the incident unfortunate and deplorable as U S naval vessels near Shanghai prepare to evacuate American nationals if needed and Admiral Yarnell cancels the Dollar Line ship schedule to Manila.

Shanghat Fraskell Hoover Japan China Foreign Office Nanking Uvu Dupan Rte Coe Kay Washington State Department Shanghai Yui Une Kherlecht Cordell Hull Mr. Johnson United States Naval Admiral Yarnell Dollar Line Manila

Baden Powell Eyes Australian Jamboree in 1938

The Boy Scout Bulletin reports that Lord Baden Powell hopes to accept Lord Gowrie’s invitation to the Australian jamboree in 1938 and then plans to travel to New Zealand before the Jamaica world jamboree in 1939.

London Boy Scout Bulletin Lord Baden Powell Lord Gowrie New Zealand Jamaica

First NSW liquor law ruling on after hours removal

Acting Justice Owens ruled in chambers that removing liquor from a licensed premises after hours, even if bought at another hotel, is an offence under Section 54 of the Liquor Act. The judge then re-submitted a matter for further consideration.

Sydney New South Wales Owens

R A A F Disaster Two Pilots Die In Burning Plane

Melbourne reports two young R A A F pilots died when a Hawker Demon training aircraft crashed near Hamilton during a crage country exercise at about 3 p m. Flying Officer Kenneth McKenzie 23 of Noorat and Sergeant Norman Torrens Witherow 23 of Yarraville perished. Macaloney rushed to aid occupants but himself was burned. Witherow trapped and killed, McKenzie pulled free but collapsed from heat. Air Accident Committee members traveled to Hamilton to inspect wreckage as witnesses described a large crowd.

Melbourne Tueaday Hamilton Kenneth McKenzie Noorat Norman Torrens Witherow Yarraville Macaloney McKenzie Air Accident Committee

Spreading Infantile Paralysis Tops Melbourne Update

In Melbourne’s outbreak, 13 new infantile paralysis cases push the total to 222 with new spread to Collingwood. Cases include four girls and one boy. a note mentions Mr Mahoney altering landings and a separate charge against Thomas Fitzpatrick for taking two bottles of stout from the Railway Hotel Lidcombe during hours when liquor sales were not allowed.

Melbourne Collingwood Mahoney Thomas Fitzpatrick Lidcombe

Japan Silent at Wool Sales Predicted to Enter Soon

A New York Post report and Associated Press cables suggest Japan may join September wool sales before close. Analysts note Japan’s merino stock and need for foreign exchange. if they buy, likely coarser clips for uniforms and blankets. UK and Yorkshire Post commentary reflect cautious market confidence amid uneven global demand.

London Japan Associated Press Bradford Alates

Japanese Wool Policy and American Protest

Tokyo reports indicate Japan may restrict wool imports as Minster Yoshida plans controls. Chinese mills in Tientsin and Shanghai face wartime disruption with deliveries suspended. Industry sources warn of 600000 bales required this season as stocks exhaust, while Sydney auctions proceed and Japan contemplates suspending purchases if needed.

Tokyo Nichi Nichi Yoshida Sydney

Mussolini to Meet Hitler During September Visit

Berlin Times reports it is expected that Mussolini will visit Hitler in the third week of September to inspect German Army maneuvers. Manavlini’s presence in Berlin aims to demonstrate Rome Berlin strength and influence Britain’s stance between Moscow France.

London Berlin the Times Signor Mussolini Hitler Signor Manavlini Britain Moscow France

Guardians reject bid for Dienne quintuplets at World Fair

Toronto report says Doctor Dafor, one of the guardians of the Dienne quintuplets, announced the guardians refused 500000 dollars for the quints to appear at the 1939 World fair. The decision stems from concerns over the health and welfare of the children.

Toronto Dafor

France to protest to Non-Intervention Committee

France will protest to the Non-Intervention Committee over exchanges of congratulatory telegrams between General Franco and Signor Mussolini after Santander fell to the rebels. Paris argues the messages amount to official intervention while Mussolini praises Italian volunteers in the Santander offensive.

Paris Franco Signor Mussolini Santander Signor Mussolini Spain Mediterranean

Loyalist Leader Fore Casts Victory In Spain

Madrid reports General Minja declaring that Santander falls not decisive though the north favors the rebels his forces claim superiority in offense and defense elsewhere. The Ciudad de Reus cargo steamer reached Port Vendres under her own steam after a shell hit from an unknown submarine.

Ciudad de Reus Port Vendres

Zellwolle price cut boosts textile exports and production

Artificial Fabric Berlin reports Zellwolle a woolen staple now costs 1 Marke per kilogram, down from 2.28 in 1935. The price drop leaves profit margin for further research and rising output, with production increasing from 4,540,000 kg in 1233 to 100,000,000 kg currently as government and industry push for export amid home market use with cotton and wool.

Berlin

London Debate Over Defence Loan Sparks Tariff Clash

Former Australian prime minister J H Scullin denounced a 2.5 million defense loan from overseas funds as dangerous, warning it sustains long term borrowing. He challenged Sir Archdale Parkhill on proof of domesticindustry support and urged protective tariffs and London funds to guard against future drought and debt.

J. H. Scullin Labour Scullin House of Representatives Defence Sir Archdale Parkhill Australia Lyons Mr. Scullin London Seul

Mark Twain Death Rumor Follows Lyons Honor Gift

The Prime Minister Lyons is named an honorary member of the Mark Twain International Fellowship based in St. Louis with Mussolini as president and other prominent figures as vice presidents. Uncertainty surrounds the society’s existence and the news echoes the unconfirmed reports of Mark Twain’s death.

Lyons Mark Twain International Fellowship St. Louis America Signor Mussolini King Boris Bulgaria Earl Baldwin C. E. Hughes Rudyard Kipling Mark Twain

Strike Threat Engine Drivers Claim High Wage Demands

Union officials forecast a major industrial upheaval after a conference with colliery owners chaired by Justice Cantor failed to resolve higher wages and better conditions. Drivers rejected a five percent offer and will hold aggregate meetings across the north, south, and west to decide on actions. A general stoppage is anticipated until demands are met.

Sydney Federated Engine Drivers and Firemen’s Association Justice Cantor

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