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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 09, 1938
Page
1
London dispatch cites Palestine unrest with claims of serious rebellion tone. The Jerusalem corresp reports escalating violence as a land mine explosion kills a third Beltiah soldier and a police post attack leaves two dead and several wounded.
In Europe the Sudeten Germans halted talks after the government rejected a new offer. The decision cites alleged incidents including the death of a prominent Sudeten German and injuries to others. Prime Minister Hoden met with Henlein party reps and officials signaled a reconsideration if an investigation proceeds.
The report notes miners announce a strike effective at midnight amid rising tensions over Sudeten demands and Czech government actions. Diplomatic observers warn negotiations are failing as incidents are used to justify stalling talks and potential escalations.
Sydney reports Justice Cantor declaring the miners union bound by last year’s settlement for two years from Aug 16 1937, while free to seek variations. The Miners Federation ordered a midnight strike to coal pits Stockton and Richmond Main, with 800 workers ceasing work in anticipation of a general stoppage, as talks with B H Proprietary Co Ltd failed after three hours.
The Times and Prague and London correspondents report conflicting views on whether the Hindenburgs will resume negotiations. Some see no fixed summit, others suspect delays mask aims to stall. The Times notes pressure from world opinion and the risk of a prolonged crisis amid postwar democratic tensions.
The manifesto declares that British Labour will not accept the government’s decisive policy and calls for a parley with Germany under threat of traitor charges. It warns Britain may align with France and Russia and urges action to avoid renewed conflict, to be submitted to the full Congress of trade unions.
Fragmented wartime dispatches describe faster fighter planes planned by the RAF, possible speeds around 380 to 400 miles an hour, and Cabinet divisions over policy toward Central Europe. Foreign Office notes and Prague reports indicate diplomatic tension and incomplete consensus on a potential British ultimatum or settlement path.
Reported Labour Front parade in Nuremberg draws forty thousand men and seven thousand others amid rain and cold. Journalists claim armed Labour Front units outside the stadium while officials deny a parade of corps. Voices vow allegiance and a national revival as Hitler’s message echoes abroad.
Fragmentary report notes Belgium ready to mobilise with troops in defensive positions across major fortifications. References to Bastion defences, fortifications, and tunnel systems prepared for potential destruction if invasion escalates.
A fragmented report notes Stockholm and Weilnasday rehearsing as a city faced a sudden trial at 9 am. The event began with authorities plunging the populace into a total agenda, affecting about 40 mile units.
Scott Regrets Record Flight Qcell expresses view on Let Me Right to Melbourne with Campbell Black in 1994, noting the civil evasion claim and its implications.
A London correspondent reports Italian builders will be employed in Germany to assist the extension of Hermann Goering iron works and a motor factory building a people's car. The move follows Germany’s expansion plans as the industry seeks skilled labor for postwar projects.
Prime Minister Mr Lyons rejected a proposal to reconstitute the Coal ledating Special Tribunal to handle isle mining disputes. He urged Commonwealth intervention to avoid delay, noting past tribunal work and crown court congestion. The government favored regular Commonwealth industrial tribunals over new sector bodies.
Paris reports the Maginot Line fully manned from Leestrone to Switzarlat as reservists are mobilized for an indefinite period. Anti aircraft defenses will be tested at noon tomorrow across 31 districts near Paris. Civilian alarm is precautionary while daily arrivals of reservists continue. The general staff tightens security under the supreme war council.
A conference of coal consumers convened by the government included the Railway Department three major gas companies, the Sydney County Council Electric Light and Power, and the Water Board. Spooner spoke of a possible stock spoilage and no current restriction, with Cabinet handling any future penalties.
Bulletin reports Prince Arthur of Connaught in serious decline amid Allied wheat sowing shifts. Melbourne reports a bank clerk jailed for 44,770 theft from National Bank. Rome covers Mussolini criticism of fascist race policy. Roosevelt warns on electric power stress amid potential war. London inquest finds accidental death for eleven at Bow. Ministry withholds inquest findings.
Mr S M Bruce extends term as Australian High Commissioner in London for five more years from October 7. Salary set at £3,000 annually with entertainment allowance and expenses. He has held the post for five years after a prior appointment by the present Prime Minister Mrs Lyons. Wellington report notes government aims to complete legislation by September 17 and calls for a general election at the earliest feasible date.
Instructions from the head of the Mineral Federation in Sydney direct all miners at Wonthaggi to resume work tomorrow. As shifts are worked, a strike will begin at midnight. Miners will receive a fortmian pay on Saturday and elaborate bonuses are prepared for eligible workers.
A Legislative Assembly debate featured a plea for the appointment of a tribunal to avert the threatened coal crisis. Mr Moe Kensie urged rapid action while the Chief Secretary warned against a general strike, arguing it would be disastrous for the country.
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