A bombshell was flung into European politics to-day when the Austrian Chancellor (Dr. Dolfuss) was assassinated during a bold Nazi coup d'etat attempted in Vienna. Throughout the day a series of extraordinary statements were circulated to all European capitals, chief among which was that the rebellious element had triumphed. The coup d'etat was ...
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Article : 83 wordsIn a broadcast to-night, Herr Adam, Commissioner for Patriotic Service, said that Dr. Dolfuss was shot in the neck and shoulder. The ...
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Article : 45 wordsHerr Hitler is hurrying to Munich from where a statement was issued that the Nazis will not be allowed to move to the frontier which has not ...
Article : 45 wordsDr. Dolfuss's body is lying in a coffin in the building in Ballhaus Square. The first to pay homage to the assassinated Chancellor was the ...
Article : 85 wordsThe Government regards the Austrian situation as very grave, demanding the greatest vigilance, as a peaceful Austria is essential to Europe's ...
Article : 64 wordsPolice on duty at the Chancellery state that the terrorist gang asked whether they were able to render first aid. They were taken to Dr. Dolfuss ...
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Article : 21 wordsPublic buildings and shops display black flags. Catholic Churches are tolling bells throughout the day of mourning. ...
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The Canberra Times (ACT : 1926 - 1995), Fri 27 Jul 1934, Page 1
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