Duchess of Kent Escapes Shot Amid London Attack
A man newly arrived from Australia was detained after a confrontation outside the Duchess of Kent’s Belgrave Square home. A single shotgun cartridge was found. the Duchess was uninjured and returned to her car with Lady Portarlington as police investigated the incident.
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Australia
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Oguredland Yard
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Belgrave Square
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Duke of Kent
Daily Mirror
Eurl of
Harewood
Rence
Coppins
Nei
Dent
South Australia Presses for Larger Defence Work Share
Premier Playford and Commonwealth Minister Casey held talks to secure more defence contracts for South Australia. Playford argued SA bears 5 percent of defence taxation but receives 2 percent or less of spending, urging Islington workshops and other private work. Casey promised to investigate and consider Canberra talks ahead of the Loan Council meeting. Chamber of Manufactures officials said SA hopes for a large future slice in defence orders, including aircraft and vehicles.
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Adelaide
T. Playford
RG Caney
Commonwealth Minister of Supply
South Australia
Talington
Playford
Casey
Islington
Defence Department
Melbourne
Canberra
Loan Council
South Australian
E. S. Clark
Chamber of Manufactures
Clerk
Stamp selling machines reach Adelaide in distribution
Automatic postage stamp selling machines have arrived in Adelaide and prove popular. The Deputy Director notes machines already installed are well patronized with several 2d devices set at Adelaide Post Office and Adelaide Railway Station. More will be placed at suburban posts and country centres with aim to extend to business districts. Machines will vend stamps, give change, and display out of order notices. the unit comes from England via Australia.
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Posts and ‘Telegraphs
Thoryly Add
Omee
Adelaide Rilway
England
Local court in session with several patients noted for recovery
Personal AE 2,Loremary,SUC,before presiding in the local courts during the day. Mr A Husison Balmoral road and Mr Tvan Hawke Parks street Soloman are recuperating in Pirie Hospital. Mr B Hunter absent sick leave. F Pybus Adelaide Local Court staff conducted deposits. C J Coventry regrets the accident to Hunter. G C L Springall remains in Pirie Hospital medical ward. H Tee Kingston road admitted to Pine Hospital ward.
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Balmoral Road
Tvan Hawke
Parks Street
Soloman
Pirie Hospital
B. B. Hunter
F. Pybus
Adelaide
Pirie
C. J. Coventry
Hunter
G. C. L. Springall
H. Tee
Kingston Rosd
Pine Hospital
Esterday
Kermot Memorial Medal Awarded to Sir George Julius
The University of Melbourne awarded the Kermot Memorial Medal for 1538 to Sir George Julius, distinguished engineer and administrator, a University of New Zealand and Sydney graduate. Parliament debated the Federal Cabinet decision not to include a compulsory register of national wealth in the National Register Bill, aiming to avoid deterring overseas capital with a potential levy on capital.
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George Julius
University of New Zea
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Land and of Sydney
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Federal
Cabcration of Australia
Met
Australian National Research Council
National Register
Abattoirs Discussed by Pirie Town Council Committee
The general purposes committee of Pirie Town Council adjourned the abattoirs discussion after about an hour of private questioning. Mayor W Threadgold said no quality was rescued and a further meeting will be called to consider the matter.
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Pirie Town
W. Threadgold
Yugoslavia in German Influence Friendship Talk
Prince Paul of Yugoslavia held a lengthy talks with Adolf Hitler in Berlin. Official statements said no political agreement resulted, while high officials noted no grounds for claims of closer ties or communism. After the meeting the Yugoslav pair departed with an enthusiastic send-off as Goebbels ordered closures for public cheering.
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Grass Growth Rocks Melbourne Pastures After Rains
Grass growth in Melbourne area is so lush that some pasture owners plan to graze stock freely to curb the herbage. Agricultural experts, including Mr J Brake, say farmers are hindered by the dense growth from reaching their fallows. The surge may reflect rest from two dry seasons.
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Melbourne
J. Brake
Two cases adjourned in Pirie police court
In Pirie Police Court, Veronica Mary Patricia Fitzgerald is charged with unlawfully selling liquor about 9.93 p.m. on February 48. The hearing was adjourned to July 5 after Crown counsel said the case could be completed in Adelaide, with witnesses likely available there.
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C. J Coventry
Piris
L. D. Hunkin
Crown Law of
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Adelaide
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Hleh
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Henry Alfred Ausié
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Defence minister says £40,000 machinery ordered from Germany
Canberra reports in the House of Representatives that Mr. G Street, the Minister of Defence, stated machinery valued at about £40,000 had been ordered from Germany for the defence department. The remark was made during today’s proceedings in Canberra.
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Defence
Germany
Tence
Air Cadets Training Gaps Highlight Past Standards
Air cadets show partial training under a system labeled insufficient. Avra Anson and Commander Seloreet discuss future entry requirements and the push to raise standards across squadrons despite limited hands-on experience and recent equipment constraints.
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Entertained by Hitler as Spanish legion arrives
Newsreel style dispatch reports German and Italian leaders welcoming Condor legion troops marching along Unter den Linden in olive green Spanish uniforms. Mussolini and Goebbels circulating among fascist dignitaries in Naples and Rome amid loud cheers and proclamations from Spain. Transports expected today as Naples hotels fill for ceremonies welcoming Franco veterans and allied officers.
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War Material in Spain Not Removed by Germany and Italy
In the Commons Mr Butler said foreign troops and war materials are largely back to normal in Spain. A portion of arms and gear has been handed to the Spanish Government. Sir Archibald Sinclair questioned compliance with Anglo Italian terms. Butler stressed the government cannot block sales or gifts of war materiel.
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Spain
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Archibald Sinclair
Greenwood
Chamberlain
Royal visit to Frood mine in Sudbury draws large crowds
King and Queen descended into the Frood mine shaft in Sudbury, where 90 percent of the world’s nickel is produced. They watched drilling, examined ore samples showing nine metals, and toured upper workings before returning to surface with mementos.
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Ottawa
Sudbury
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Lour
Suuthamry
Andere
Wien
Kido Teguae
Ina Wrights
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Yesterday's Thermometer Readings
The report notes a high of 61 and a low around 60 for a 24 hour period ending at 42.
Guba to Leave Today for Cocos Island Mission
The Guba remains moored to a Qantas buoy in Batavia Harbor while Captains Taylor and Yancey upgrade fore and aft hatches and the bomber’s access hatch for sea and sun sighting. The craft, with 400 mile range after fuel fill, will be at Cocos Island for 3 to 4 days before seeking a nearby ship for navigation radio aids to reach the Chagos. Heavy tropical rain and secure rivets noted despite the demanding voyage.
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Yancey
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Sydney
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Sunuday
VIS
Perth
Booth
Crator
Alip
Chagos
Wind Averted Disaster In Tiny Indiana Town
A windy incident in Mublanu Indiana caused a scare as a candle lighting went awry. Residents credit country aid and quick action by locals for averting disaster. Authorities confirm a contrived device from a company plan triggered alarms but did not cause a blaze. No injuries were reported.
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Mublanu
Puwsilas
Mente
Baltic States Obstacles in Russian Pact Talks
London reports ongoing difficulty in forming a three power pact with Russia as Baltic states resist explicit guarantees. Britain opposes extending obligations while Russia seeks formal independence guarantees for Estonia Latvia and Lithuania. Officials consider Finnish Polish Turkish and Belgian links while debates focus on whether to guarantee states that prefer neutrality.
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Sissie
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Estonia
Latvia
Tocol
Poland
Turkey
Mie
Hissdang
Bale States
Judge Stretton Demands Prisoner Statement Enquiry
In Melbourne General Sessions a prisoner charged with warehouse breaking and stealing claimed a written statement he sent a week ago from Metropolitan Gaol had not reached the court. Judge Stretton ordered inquiry while a clerk whispered about a possible forged note and potential delays in delivery.
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Stretton
Metropolitan
Westley
Tsans Vie
Grovay
Prindiville Benn Case Delayed to Uibely Judgment
A lengthy delay in the Prindiville-Benn case extends into weeks with a likely several weeks’ wait for a judgment. The court resumed yesterday with My Honor noting a tentative ruling after extended proceedings and delivery of documents, while counsel argued over timelines and procedural steps.
Thetis Enquiry to Be Held at Liverpool for Thetis Disaster
A Liverpool enquiry into the Thetis disaster will be held under eminent judge vonnollur with powers to compel witnesses and produce documents. Memorial services are planned for victims at Birkenhead Portsmouth Chatham and London venues including Trafalgar Square. The King and Queen have sent donations to the Lord Mayor’s fund for relatives.
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Twesday
TLMER
Vonnollur
Ives
Livet Youl Ag
Paraewan
Sith
Marine T's
Portsmouth
Oram
Sir Chamberlain
Port Augusta Shaken Again in Seism Dick Clarification
Port Augusta experienced another earthquake at about 2 50 pm during a town council meeting at the town hall. Windows rattled and a large photograph of the King rocked above the chair as the tremor lasted only a few seconds. It was less severe than the first shock earlier in the year, with the event the seventh tremor reported in Port Augusta this year.
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Port Augusta
St Port Auguste
Queen Mary Shows Gracious Recovery After Car Crash
London reports a medical bulletin on Queen Mary, 72, noting eye abrasion healing, extensive bruising fading, and improving condition. She rests but spends hours in the garden and plans limited public duties soon, with attendance at a troop event with Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret Rose on Thursday.
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Australian Associated Press
London
Fecen
Queen Mary
Elizabeth
Markurei
Wedding Steps Prosecution in Adelaide Court
In Adelaide on Tuesday the police prosecutor offered no evidence in an indecent assault case against the wan and girl. The magistrate discharged the charge after earlier suppression orders and defense application by Mr B. Anders for the defendant.
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Adelaide
Awlevilhs
Janey
B.andrex
My. Muvtisasl
Pat
Sydney General Post Office extension inquiry announced
The terms of reference for a royal commission to enquire into the contract for Sydney General Post Office extensions were announced to the Federal Parliament today. They empower the commission to examine evidence regarding any matters relevant to calling, acceptance, and signing of tenders.
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Ganberra
Sydney
New Wheat Prices Edge Up in Liverpool Report
Liverpool opened quietly as wheat prices moved steady. By close the market eased on lower Winnipeg quotes, with Nicholls and Sams noted in the GG report.
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Liverpool
Winnipeg
Nicholls and
Sams
Lead Spot and Forward Prices Move in Stage Down
Market notes show spot prices easing with several down ticks across leads and forwards. Silver standards hold, while minor shifts appear in listed spot and forward figures.
Performing Rights Complaint of Fees Charged By Association
A formal complaint alleges overcharges by a performing rights association for licensing fees. The document outlines disputed rates, potential legal steps, and the parties involved seeking resolution through regulatory review or arbitration.
New Definition of Pedestrian in Australian Copyright Debate
Canberra reports adjournment of the House to focus on Australian Performing Rights Association actions. A. G. Cameron urged revamping copyright laws and said fees should be handled by the Commonwealth Copyright Office. He criticized bushranging as a money tactic and cited Pirie case figures. W. M. Hughes discussed potential legislation involving adults.
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Canberra
A. G. Cameron
Postmaster-Ganeri
House of Representatives
Australian
Performing Rights Association
Cameron
Common Wealth Copyright Office
Pirie
Eal Court
B.C Coventry
W. M. Hughes
Elroum
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