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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 04, 1935
Page
1
Paris reports a possible Italian war move against Abyssinia without delay, citing rumors of an American backed Rickett concession. British officials deny direct involvement while Paris and London monitor the capital stakes and the role of Mr. Rickett, Mr. Eden, and M. Laval amid tense diplomacy.
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New York Monday Leo Y Chartok described as a rep of American industrial bodies filed a claim for prior rights to Ethiopian concessions. He said the offer, discussed at the London legation on July 30, would lapse after 60 days unless paid in dollars. He claimed Ethiopia could deliver the concession for 100 dollars on Tuesday.
In Rome on Monday the Italian editor Signor Gayda of Mussolini's paper denounces Anglo disclaimers as signs of ignorance. In Pretoria on Monday the government debates its Abyssinian policy and signals support for League principles in potential actions.
Australian Railway Union conference adopts a resolution urging unity of all railway unions. It argues that forty separate bodies threaten living standards and working conditions and calls for amalgamation and a common front against the Commissioner. The meeting also opposes the current arbitration system and orders intensified propaganda to seek change.
Egypt requires military aircraft to obtain 15 days prior permission to cross its territory. Air force movements are restricted amid regional tensions as Malta reserves are called up and local police leave is halted in Alexandria. At Margate, W Kean of the Trade Union Congress issued a hard line against Mussolini, warning war is possible if Italy’s aggression continues.
The Broadcasting Corporation of America plans to provide a war account from the field if war breaks out. Commentators and observers are in Ethiopia as war correspondents join the Abyssinian army to describe encounters with the enemy.
Five hundred men and women at an Italian Club in London cheered Italian volunteers for East Africa. A free fight erupted at a fascist meeting in Liverpool protesting intervention in Italy's Abyssinia dispute. About 1,000 attended. four injured including fascist William Spencer.
The Italian liner Copenhagen, recently sold to Italy as a troop transport, was found on fire while preparing to depart. Authorities believe an incendiary device caused the blaze, linking the incident to political motives.
In Capetown on a Monday the coloured stevedores refuse to load meat for Italian contracts. They are backed by native dock labourers and will not work until England declares war. Meat shipments will go from Walvis Bay and Durban. sixty natives refused when the first consignments were replaced immediately.
The State Cabinet decided to retrench about 900 public servants over age 60, to be dispensed in three or four batches between January 1936 and January 1937. Those aged 64 by January 1 and 63 by July 1 will retire first, with the rest leaving by January 1, 1937, while keeping long service rights.
John Carroll, a well known farmer, died after stepping into the path of a vehicle on Armidale Road near Kempsey. His car left the road and struck scrub before he attempted to seek help and was fatally injured by another approaching car.
Strong competition marked today’s wool sales with values holding firm from yesterday’s opening. Buyers from Japanese Continental York shire and local users supported a 12,216 bale offering sourced from north-west western districts Riverina, with 11,370 sold and 507 privately disposed. Greasy merino fleece reached 21 pounds a bale for five bales from Booms. The Commonwealth Wool and Produce Company led the first catalogue and achieved near total clearance.
No. 203 squadron flying boats set out tomorrow on a four stage formation flight to Basra. The route covers Gibraltar 1100 miles from base, then Gibraltar to Malta 985 miles, Malta to Aboukar 920 miles, and Aboukar to Basra 1070 miles.
The Canadian hard wheat needs are forecast for the US season, stated by Secretary of State Cordell Hull, who dismissed fears of dumping. He said the Agriculture Department expects substantial Canadian hard wheat demand in winter and spring, while Winnipeg buyers anticipate about 60 million bushels of hard red spring wheat shipping south this year.
The Times Tokyo correspondent cites an Asahi article saying Japanese cooperation in China could widen freedom for Japanese goods in the empire. It notes Japan’s growing trade, sparse dominions, and British colonies imposing barriers. It questions Britain’s ability to curb Japanese progress.
Mrs. Gardiner found a burglary at Normanhurst late last night with about £100 of clothing and personal possessions stolen. Within five minutes the wireless patrol intercepted a man leaving the local railway station with a suitcase and arrested him. Police recovered clothing and other items believed to be the robbery loot.
In Brussels thousands waited through drizzle while a sea of mourners filled two and a half miles from the Palace to Laeken for Queen Astrid's funeral. The cortege began at 10 30 am with Last Post and a 33 gun salute as a grand carriage bore the coffin topped by the crown and state robes.
A Brussels bulletin records King Leopold’s injuries as a fractured rib a sprained hand and facial bruising from the Kussnacht accident. The King is progressing satisfactorily. The Duke of York flew from London to Brussels as the King’s representative to attend Queen Astrid’s funeral aboard a Prince of Wales private siroplane.
Lady Haig's biography The Man I Knew was pulled from publication after Lord Carmont granted an interim injunction at the petition of Major General Fisher and others, trustees of Earl Haig. The action cites alleged copyright infringement of a diary based biography prepared by Duff Cooper for trustees.
Paris reports that France is bargaining on numerous trade treaties as officials face slow progress and influence from other nations. France’s strong stance stems from continued Australian wool purchases, while a government push to lower food prices could open chances to boost exports.
Dr L Nott denounces cabinet plans to cut Canberra Territory estimates, warning of the suffering of residents including children and youths. He says the limit is at hand and calls for concerted action, with the next move expected from the Ministerial side.
Johannesburg Monday reports H L Croc ket, new SA Cricket Assn president, says South Africa has a 50 50 chance against Australia on tour. He notes turf wickets favor high scores and endorses broad adoption of the new b w rule.
Detroit estimates show a drop in new car and truck production in the United States for the year, with a predicted fall past the 1934 level. Analysts note 1994 output at 2,885,000, and 1928 peak production reached 5,621,000 units.
Delegates from Pacific regions including Japan the Netherlands East Indies China New Zealand and other nations attend the second annual Pacific Health Conference in Sydney. Sir Charles Marr for the Federal Health Minister says conquering tropical disease is a priority beyond public health adjustments and urges greater research funding over mere cure-focused spending.
State Meteorologist Mr. Mares says no notable change in conditions soon. In the 24 hours ending 9 a.m. only 2 points of rain were recorded statewide.
Reuters World Service states that in this issue all overseas intelligence is compiled under special arrangements and that all rights are reserved. The notice indicates collaboration with other special sources and compliance with proprietary restrictions.
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