Britain at War Needing Neutrality Sworn Menzies Cabinet
The Canberra dispatch reports the Menzies government swearing in of a senior cabinet including Mr Menzies and Mr Hughes. It notes ministerial seniority, a special prime minister’s allowance, and debate over representation from Queensland to Tasmania. A prospective minister’s plans for civil aviation are outlined, and discussions touch on pensions and travel logistics.
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Weday
Miensies
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German Consul to report incident to Foreign Office
In Sydney and Berlin reports describe a May incident where a German flag was raised and later taken down. the German consul stated he would report to the Foreign Office and that the flag issue reflected only respect for a sacred observance. The Berlin court meanwhile sentenced eight people to terms up to eight years for distributing radical material and high treason links.
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Refuses Endorsement of Townsville Alderman Candidate
Brisbane report on a special meeting of the QOZ where Alderman Alkens faced nonendorsement amid debate. The inner executive committee recommended adherence to the prior decision, and Alkens will not be a candidate in Saturday's plebiscite.
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Sesson
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Notorious poisoning case shocks Brisbane street
In a Cononer's Court hearing a strange tale emerges of Maltese Brisbane resident Maltese Whit Amily, who allegedly poisoned a man outside a city home. James Stewart investigated claims about a marriageable woman, Parnis, whose statements led to a fatal poisoning. The story recounts a dramatic confrontation, a bottle thrown on a table, and a fatal outcome attributed to intoxicant poisoning. The inquest details a family history and personal ruin, with authorities adjourned as the case unfolds.
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Byeney
Tim
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Ater
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Queensland
Plorista
Menzies First Speech Sets Austalia’s War Strategy
Canberra reports Mr Menzies urges unity and preparedness as Australia faces potential conflict. He argues against neutrality, calls for strengthened defence and Pacific leadership, and stresses taxes and conscription while promoting coordination with Britain and allied powers.
Ousting Move Draws Fire Over Lang Leadership
Candidacy for leadership change surfaces at Trades Hall conference. Calls rise for Lang to retire or stand down as Lang supporters brace for a looming inter State ALP conference in Canberra. Officials predict a split if Lang loyalists resist leadership overhaul amid by elections in Heffron faction strongholds.
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Murdered Chinese Storekeeper at Cloncurry
A Chinese storekeeper named Go Lum, aged over forty, was found dead with a battered head in Cloncurry. Police are unsure if robbery caused the murder though a nearby lantern was smashed and a store safe may have been entered. The crime occurred after an attempted robbery at the Lefphphant Store, with two witnesses hearing noises. Go Lum had lived in Cloncurry for over 20 years and was considered harmless.
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Gotam
Llantare
Grady
Britain Faces Conscription Decision In Parliament
London reports a cabinet plan to conscript men aged 20 to 31 for four years in the Territorials with the option to join the regular army thereafter. Prime Minister and Army Council pressure cited as the move aims to secure rapid powers, with Chamberlain to address specific Parliament areas.
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Eure
of Commons
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Mir
Chamber
Tyie Deckton
Army Council
Chamberlain
Belpaut
Tard Graigarom
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Merlin
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Nevile Henderson
Inderlew
Yeo Ribpenton
Antonnet
Funeral of Late Mr. Justice Henchman in Brisbane
The funeral for the late Mr. Justice Henchman in Brisbane was attended by Cabinet Ministers, judges, parliamentarians, civil servants, and many from the public. The cortège to the cemetery was described as a solemn procession through the city streets.
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Justice Henchman
Brisbane
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