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It is a representation of several countries ratifying conventions. Visually, it provides a chart of where Australia was in relation to the rest of the world.

Sir William discusses how the change to a Labour Government has led to less Military Expenditure, and positive steps towards reversing policies which had compelled "the young to learn the acts of war".
He is also worries however, by the concern the…

The eight resolutions of the General Commission of the Peace Congress,
One particular resolution was the strengthening of the League of Nations, in order to prevent or stop war.

Programme outlining the events to take place at the 1937 Australian Peace Congress at Melbourne Exhibition Buildings, including talks on the church, education, economics, medicine, trades union, women and youth.

A letter asking for the support of Australian churches for the Australian Peace Congress to be held 16 - 19 September. It is asked that the Church to display posters on their noticeboards, hold services and encourage members of congregation to…

Members of the United Peace Council discussed a peace plebiscite regarding peace and the league of nations.
A similar plebiscite took place in England.
The discussion revolved around the size and logistics of the plebiscite.

A variety of members from peace societies, such as the Teacher's Peace Movement, League of Nations and Melbourne Peace Society discussed the necessity to keep up to date with world affairs and suggested that each organisation should authorise an…

Discussion of their leaflet campaign – Mrs Gibson reported 32,000 leaflets on Czechoslovakia had been distributed.
Want to send 3 representatives to meet with the Joint Spanish Aid Council
Points on Czechoslovakia, President Roosevelt, Chamberlain…

Letter template to be signed by peace advocates and sent to Canberra.

Object of the Council "To provide for the participation of Victoria in the International Peace Campaign by co-ordinating the activities of all organisations approving, as a general basis of co-operation, the Four-Point Programme of the Brussels".…