Abyssinian War Tactics Stir Frontiers as Talks Proceed
Reports from Addis Ababa and London describe trained Ethiopian forces along the frontier facing Italian units amid League Council negotiations. Observers suggest no direct party bears full responsibility for Wal Wal, while 40,000 Italians concentrate at Asmara. Ethiopia plans to delay northern attacks and strike south if Italian strength falters.
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London
League Council
Mitter
Tealy
Abyesala
Italy
Times
Ethopian Ei
Aff
Takhaze Valley
Kolkan
Emperor
Res Seyyum
Ili
Asanb
Italian East Africa
Ministers at Geneva Meet Amid Turmoil and Talks
A fragile gathering of ministers in Geneva aims to salvage talks amid unclear paths forward. Officials signal potential regional aid and a timetable, but key details and commitments remain unresolved.
Anti War Protest Sparks Speech in Sydney Hall
A wartime demonstration in Sydney under the State Labour Party drew hundreds to Australia Hall. Speakers Mewiin J. T. Lang and J. A. Beastey urged government restraint, condemning a potential second global war and calling for pacific measures. A resolution criticized the Admiralty for dispatching the MAS and urged recall to Australian waters under Defence control. The meeting also lamented unemployment and general hardship amid rising fears of conflict.
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Sydney
Australia Hall
Mewiin J. T. Lang
J. A. Beastey
Commonwealth
Admiralty
MAS
Australi
Lyons
Defence Department
The
League of
Damascus
Chita
Australia
Concessions Standard Oil Withdraws amid diplomatic fallout
Secretary of State Cordell Hull announces Standard Vacuum Oil officials will withdraw from concessions to develop over half of Abyasinte granted to the African Reparation and Development Company. Hull says the concession posed a barrier to peace, with Dundas Walden and others preparing to inform the emperor they will halt their part. Officials deny large payments or loans to Ethiopia, noting a private transaction and a survey plan may yield royalties if drilling is favorable. Weather and rain forecast later benefit pastoral areas and croplands, aiding stock and pasture growth.
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Washington
Cordell Hull
Standard Vacuum OI Company
African Reparation and Development, Co
Standard Oil Com
Cordéll Hull
H. Dundas
Standard Ol’ Co
George Walden
Memry
Dundas
Walden
New York
Ind
Tate
Cordell
Tha Aperor
Rickett
African Exploration Company
Ethiopia
Inia
London
Federal Territate Department
America
J. C. Bi
Department of the Interior
Cheerie
Ng Perio
W. G. Woodger
Woodgers
Calthorpe Ltd
Wala
Weather flood hits Queanbeyan after quick drainage
A vivid tropical storm near Queanbeyan caused rapid flooding of low-lying areas as waters rose within minutes. Many watercourses overflowed before draining, while authorities, including civil engineers Hitchens and Vei, discuss concessions and the arrangement of federal department work under Minister Hari Page as plans shift for local infrastructure.
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Queanbeyan
Cami
Am Upper London
Tasmay
Hitchens Afd Vie
Civil Engineers of
London
Te Leoy Chertok
Lanyon
Restormens
Selesso
Towanrn
Challaix
Cher‘aks
Lonton & Zee
Millydney
Tancessica
Pew Mederal Ca
Hickett
Trin
Hari Page
Hurricane Florida Swept Jammed Coast Feared Vessels
Caribbean region endures terror as a tropical hurricane hits the eastern Florida coast Cuba and the Bahama islands. The storm winds reach up to 60 miles per hour with unconfirmed reports of casualties and a stranded steamer Dixie carrying hundreds of passengers and crew. Four rescue ships stand by as seas subside and officials monitor the danger of ship breakups and injuries aboard.
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Miami
Caribbean
Florida
Cuba
Bahama Falanda
Florida Peninsula
Dixie
Canadian government leader forecasts victory in election
The text notes a Canadian government leader, Mr Mackenzie Bennet, predicting the government section campaign's outcome with a Tuesday reference and a predicted victory. The readable fragments indicate a national government context in Canada and a political forecast.
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Johns
TA Brumeyrich
Tuseday
Mr. MackKensie
Mir. Bennet
American policy untouched by Abyssinian affair ruling
Addis Ababa reported that the Ethiopian government stated its authority over a concession granted to the African Explorer on Development Corporation would not influence U S policy toward Abyssinia. The statement affirmed full entitlement to issue the concession and indicated no impact on Washington’s stance.
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Washington
Cordell Hull
Afrian Explorer On Development Corporation
American decision relieves London in Geneva discussion
London faces relief amid a Geneva discussion as Washington signals a favorable decision. The report notes a shift in stance affecting diplomacy and regional relations. This development comes as officials in London reassess strategy and anticipated outcomes.
Canadian Wheat Outlook Near Term Market Changes
London report notes Canadian wheat likely to stay uncertain on world markets before the Avatestian masson opens. Canada aims to ship low grade wheat to the Orient and high grade to the United States while U S farmers seek protection and rust resistance research advances. Imports from Canada may not top 10 million bushels.
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London
North America
Canada
Orient
United States
United Baton
Rural Bank Y Dnex Announces School Prize Competition
The Rural Bank of New South Wales invites primary and secondary students to submit essays and drawings for prizes. First prizes range from £3 3s to £6 5s with several £1 1s awards and a three year Hawkenbury Agricultural scholarship. An essay on Conquest of the Bell offers a Sydney Technical College course scholarship and full fees. The contest runs until September 12.
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Hawkenbury Agricultural
Sydney Technical College
Touching Scene at Queen Astrid's Funeral
On Tuesday warm scenes marked Queen Astrid's funeral as the coffin entered the royal crypt. The bier was escorted by King and close relatives with Leopold following exhaustedly behind the procession until its final resting place beside King Albert.
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Astrid
Albert
Leopold
Influenza Toll in Sydney Rises as July Deaths Reported
Influenza again ranked high among deaths in Sydney during July. Total deaths reached 46, down from 50 the previous year. Other causes also show shifts with small variations, while overall July figures indicate continuing health concerns in the metropolis.
Empire trade speech in London warms Australian readers
Sir Geoffrey Whinkard, British High Commissioner to Australia, argues against absolute economic nationalism and warns against selling all Empire products outside the Empire. He favors preserving intra empire trade and cautions against retrogressive protectionist policies amid wartime pressures.
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London
Australia
Geoffrey Whinkard
Government to cut costs and save two hundred million
Fragmented OCR notes show a government plan to trim expenditures saving large sums yearly. Text is garbled but indicates retrenchment aimed at youth openings and service cost reductions.
Sir Malcolm Campbell Sets Speed Record at 301.3 MPH
Sir Malcolm Campbell at the Utah Salt Flats set a world speed record for the Bluebird, averaging 301.3 miles per hour on the outward and return runs. A blowout near the measured mile and dense fumes hampered the ascent and forced a cautious return, with Campbell hinting at a second attempt the following day.
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Salt Flats
Utah
Malcolm Campbell
Jonneville Salt Flats
Salt City
New York
London
Umekeepers
Air Malcolm
American Automobile Associaton Oficial Contest Board
Nat
Malcolm
Ialle
Walt
Archbishop Kelly Returns to Duties After Recovery
Dr Kelly Bidney reports Arch Bish Kelly, age 85, has resumed his duties amid a remarkable recovery from a serious illness. He retains mental alertness though weakened physically and reiterates that every man must hold firm to his own faith even amid differing beliefs.
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Bydney
Kelly
Left Behind On Train Platform At Munich
The Duke and Duchess were set to travel to London when the engine began moving unexpectedly. The Duke scrambled aboard as the Duchess remained on the platform, with Count Toortag nearby awaiting departure for the Truchesa route.
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Munich
Judge Salaries Question to Be Considered by Cabinet
The State Cabinet will soon discuss intervaning salaries for judges with the possibility of a remissions or alterations. The report notes that current allowances are under review and a reform measure may be proposed, though a broad cut is considered unlikely.
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Sydney
Wednemiay
Une Caiaven
Sub- Montiel
Alberta Treasury Crisis Reported Amid Credit Takeover
Fragmentary social column notes Alberta credit turmoil and a government transition as Brock Aberhart sworn in amid a looming treasury shortfall. Mentions a large loan and political shifts, with unclear references to Bank of Canada style actions and fiscal pressures in the province.
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Romonton
Alberte
Tuanday
Aberhart
Abarhart
Ate. Bennett
Sion
Evangevet
Albania
Burglar's Thrill Ends with Narrow Escape
A chaotic burglary scene unfolds as gunfire erupts but misses the fleeing suspect. A bullet hits the spot he recently occupied while he evades capture, with others securing bags and awaiting removal as authorities chase the perpetrator.
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