France Faces Fateful Decision Between Italy and League
Geneva and London reports indicate France must choose between Franco- Italian cooperation or backing the League. Laval reportedly seeks British conciliation but may align with Mussolini and Fiat solidarity if no gesture occurs. Talks touch Genoa and Geneva positions as Paris weighs its stance.
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Bruce Speech at Geneva Sparks cautious League debate
The Australian High Commissioner Bruce told the League of Nations assembly that talks on the Italo Abyssinian issue should avoid expanding the matter and that a peaceful solution requires collective action. He noted that Britain’s colonial resource references were not a commitment to dominion mandates, as France appeared wary of the proposals.
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Lipo
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Trix
Speech not in Conflict with Britain and Wool Buyer Reappears
Sydney reports on foreign policy mood as Mr Bruce’s speech draws varied support. Observations note Britain’s stance and potential shifts, while Samuel Hoare and other officials arrive in Australia amid discussions on trade. The report hints at renewed wool purchases from Australia and evolving wartime alignments.
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Thurwlay
Mruce
Curman
Rydney
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Neuwhcy
Australia
Australia Pushes Nutrition Lead at League Assembly
In Geneva the Australian delegate Mr Bruce urged the League Assembly to raise nutrition as a top public health priority. He cited infant mortality in Australia and New Zealand linked to dietary deficiencies and urged the Health Organization to study and report on the benefits of increased consumption of protective foods to improve global nutrition.
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New Zealand
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Health Organization
Attack on Judge Ir Langs Charges in State House
In a tense Legislative Assembly debate Thureday Lang accused the Government of delaying unemployment relief and politicalizing the Public Service. He cited Western Lands prizes, land Board decisions, and the case of a judge's son in land allocations as evidence of alleged bias, prompting counterpoints from Premier Bravens and others. Continued on Page 49.
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Victoria
Nilo
Condobell
PH. Pike
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Brower
Pile
Wen
Northmore
White Norris
Steven Anti
Anya
Lung
Political feud erupts in gunfight at Missouri town hall
Four politicians from opposing groups clashed in the Democratic City Committee office in St Louis. Pistols were drawn and shots fired as bystanders fled through crowded streets. Two police officers intervened and were shot but not seriously wounded.
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Wedngeday
Lottery Evils Rally Sydney Clergymen Across State
Protestant leaders including the Archbishop of Burtney, Presbyterian Moderator, and Methodist President circulated a resolution condemning the lottery. They urge action by government but warn bills for direct taxation on the lottery would likely fail. The circular suggests a wage tax could raise about £660,000 to support hospitals.
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Burtney
Presbyterian
Methodist Conference
Ejected Choice Epithets in Parliament Report
In a 24 hour old parliamentary session, Mr. Davidson Hiab was removed after a remark caused the deputy speaker to order removal. Davidson questioned the action, left the chamber, and later claimed his remark related to a private member. Another member accused Davidson of calling the deputy speaker a dirty mongrel.
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Davidson
Davidson Wald
Xipatrici
Louisiana's Funds Woman Controls 44 Million Dollars
In a pivotal post within Huey Long's administration a woman named as secretary oversees a 44 million dollar fund. Her role centers on managing public finance and state resources amid political shifts.
Rumors swirl as Huey Long funeral plans unfold
New York report details intrigue after Huey Long’s death. Secret telegram linked to the assassination plot surfaces, with claims a man named Welus drew a lethal straw. A secretary says Long anticipated his fate, while a powerful supervisor reportedly governs state funds without limits amid a looming political contest.
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Warle Christenberry
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Toth
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Welsa
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Long
Explorer’s Plane Damaged in Landing at Aero Drome
A historical report notes trouble during landing at the aero drome near Qntevideo. The plane damaged by crashing into a wire fence. one wing broken. Escaped crew member reported as missing or injured.
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Plan
Euler
Fileworth
Eeworth
Silabap Iegaruire
Anterete
Good rains inland in Seomby on Thursday
Fragmentary text reports heavy rainfall inland at Seomby on Thursday with references to agricultural impact. Names, dates, or places are unclear due to OCR damage but indicate beneficial weather for crops.
Queanbeyan council protests rationed sewer works deal
Queanbeyan Municipal Council warned it may cancel the sewerage works contract with the State Government after a plan to employ men on relief and rationed hours. Aldermen, led by the mayor and deputy mayor, appointed a deputation to Sydney to press the government to honor promises for full-time work and to oppose altered terms. The council criticized the minister for bending commitments and discussed sending representatives to meet officials and seek a restoration of the original contract conditions.
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Eamond
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Akl Bruce
Ibayan
Fatance
Johnston
Department of Labour For Industry
Bpooser
Atkandasom
Wallich Amt Freebody
Parayiy
Avior
Mie Carew
Bricett
Car Fire Damages Canberra Theatre Vicinity
A car burned near Manuka Oval toward Bougala Ville Bt close to the Capitol Theatre shortly after nine tonight. Canberra Fire Brigade arrived within six minutes of the call, but the vehicle was almost totally destroyed. Firefighters secured the scene and investigated the incident.
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Capitol ‘Theatre
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