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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 01, 1939
Page
20
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London July 31. Prime Minister Chamberlain to tell the House of Commons Britain will not yield to Japan over surrender of Chinese silver in Tientsin banks or support for a Japanese controlled currency. Tokio demonstrations rise as naval and air activity worsens Hong Kong food problems. Officials say full Tokio talks will be disclosed, but new hurdles emerge.
London reports Axis air force feats amid British raids over France. Four hundred Italian war planes completed mass flights from Mediterranean bases, covering 187000 miles with no accidents. Germany claims a new long distance speed record, a Junkers bomber flying 1250 miles at 31 miles per hour.
London dispatch reports General de Llano, ousted from office by General Franco, remains an obstacle to the new Spanish government. He has not agreed to accept the ambassador post to Argentina, nor has Spain sounded him. Meantime Spain buys 250,000 bales of cotton from the United States to lift faltering industry and plans 150 foundries in Bilbao. France and Spain agree on swift repatriation of 60,900 Spanish militiamen from French camps, at a rate of about 2,000 daily.
London dispatch reports The Times notes plans for a political preparation centre to open in October. Outstanding young fascists with military service completed will join a strict program to become militia officers or party executives. Candidates must prove elite status via media and aptitude exams and create theses on fascist theory and policy.
London dispatch reports Germans mildly cheered an Anglo French victory in the Reichs greatest international racing clash. M Boussac's Goya, ridden by an Englishman, won by a half length from Antonym, with Mulapy the Aga Khan also entered but unplaced. Petrol shortages and dry garages mark pre August army maneouvres affecting tourism and travel.
The London market report notes old price at 8/6 per fine ounce, with New York dollars and Paris francs quotations. Wheat futures show July, October bids, with December at 15-32d per ton. mining shares steady with North Broken Hill 35/74 and Wiluna 9/6. Copper around £44/10 per ton, lead at £17:15, zinc and other metals firm amid firm metal prices.
Report from Tokyo describes postponement of the Anglo Japanese conference to allow Japan to study the currency and silver deadlock. The day’s discussions centered on policing incidents in Tientsin and the broader impact on China order. Pro British stance contrasts with Japanese demand linking currency to order.
July 31 report from The Times haunts Hauden correspondent says Air Ministry adapted a true helicopter design using a 180 horsepower engine. It can vertically rise to 11 000 feet, reach ten times faster climb than prior models, and may lift and deploy 50 infantry behind enemy lines. Designer Oskar von Asbott plans larger craft with two rotors and a 2000 horsepower engine for rapid troop insertion, with Blackburn Aircraft Company likely to build the 180 horsepower version under his oversight.
London July 31 closely following General Sir Hubert Gough’s evacuation, the Westminster Government received an offer from Field Marshal Gordon Milne to serve in any capacity upon passing an examination. The Westminster Council, like the cabinet, had previously declined Milne’s offers. Milne, 72, retired as Chief of Imperial General Staff in 1993, and is seen meeting with General Gough as changes unfold.
Imperial Airways flying boat Awarua aimed at the Tasman service flew 3469 miles from Basra to Southampton, establishing a 30 hour commercial record with an actual 23 hour flight. The itinerary lists 60 hours for the journey and 13 passengers aboard.
London July d1. Admiral of the Fleet Sir Reginald Tyrwhitt's retirement leads to the promotion of Admiral Sir Dudley Pound to the rank of Admiral of the Fleet. The First Lord and Chief of the Naval Staff receives the appointment in the transition period.
Pan American Airways seeks a Civil Aeronautics permit to run a fortnightly 414-ton four motor Boeing flying boat service linking Auckland and San Francisco over 8000 miles. The route would touch Los Angeles Honolulu Canton Island and Newmea with four days total travel time and four flight hours. Officials expect officials and staff to ride the inaugural leg while Auckland staffing nears completion.
In the Daily Telegraph Ernest W. Walker urges Britain to consolidate Antarctic interests as Admiral Byrd’s American expedition aims to establish three colonies. He warns Britain could lose Ross Sea dependency if America creates a third colony near Little America. A British expedition would cost about £50,000, funds未. Germany has claimed Antarctica, while Russia and Japan plan new expeditions.
The Daily Mail reports a probe into forged £1 notes at Parkhurst Prison Isle of Wight. Warders suspended convicts confined in punishment cells. Criminal proceedings expected. Home Office officials fly to the prison to open an inquiry. All known notes are incomplete. completed fakes may exist.
Seventy families related to political prisoners at the Surafend camp fast for a fifth day in sympathy at Tel Aviv Great Synagogue. Chief Rabbi Herzog petitions British authorities for the release of 11 detainees held six months without trial under emergency regulations, noting they have not been released despite nearing end of sentences.
The Danzig front reports 5000 tons of petrol and 200 tons of oil landed by sea last week and stored under guard for army use. Danzig faces labor shortages after mass dismissals of Germans and Poles, with a new compulsory service decree expected. Nazi and German Navy League demonstrations are planned for August 2 with speeches by Foerster and von Trotha. The German military mission led by General von Bodenschatz arrives, alarming Polish authorities. Recent Danzig laws confiscate Jewish property estimated at £124000 affecting about 20000 Jews.
London July 31 British newspapers loudly back France's postwar revival. Finance minister Paul Reynaud declares France has not just recovered but entered a renaissance as trade, finance, and employment improve and armament industries surge. The Times notes solid grounds for his optimism amid wartime unity.
July 31 report says Prime Minister Chamberlain announced a British and French military mission will depart for Moscow with Admiral Sir Reginald Plunkett-Ernie-Erle-Drax Air Marshal Sir Charles Burnett and Major General Heywood. Paris Figaro notes hope Halifax will announce Anglo Russian accord by August 3 amid Moscow talks. The Times warns progress requires tact as Kremlin favors anti German sentiment over trade.
London dispatch states Regent Admiral Horthy opened the first world wide Girl Guide jamboree at Godollo. The fortnight gathering, named Pax Ting peace parliament, draws about 4000 Guides including 500 Empire Guides from Australia and New Zealand. Mae Union Jack is raised in the Stadt as Archduchess Josephine Francis and Crown Princess Sybil of Sweden witness the welcome.
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