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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 05, 1939

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Britain departs from traditional policy on Poland

Prime Minister Chamberlain told the House of Commons Britain would aid Poland if independence is threatened and Poles resist. He said misinterpretations of Friday’s Poland declaration are surprising and stressed a bold, new foreign policy shift away from previous modest aims. Britain stands united to clarify its stance and support for Poland against German pressure.

Mr. Chamberlain House of Camry Poland Britain France Moscow Genman Mbuz Turaday Slovakia Kosice Lille

Britain and Canada seek peace with Germany amid war talk

The Prime Minister declares no wish to fight Germany and aims to treat Germans as neighbors. Mr. Chamberlain notes uncertainty over future consultations while Britain seeks unity with allies and autonomy for other states. The speech stresses restraint, reason over force, and opposition doubts about ideologically driven divides.

Debaters Clash Over Poland Policy in Labour Tory Row

The Acting Labour Leader warned Mr Chamberlain yesterday that his statement could stall efforts to meet the current international crisis. He urged delaying judgments until proposals prove adequate and stressed Labour would not back down on resisting aggression. Sir Archibald Sinclair urged unity behind prompt action to secure victory and deter Germany on two fronts.

Labour’ Party Ec Woo Chamberlain Labour'n “Tion Lamb Mr. Chamberlain Mumia Bir Avehibak Sinclair Jaoukny Germany

Guarantee to Romania blocks Britain Poland defense pact

A Paris report says Romania agreed to Britain's guarantee possibly via a military accord, with Poland and Romania to receive Soviet air and munition support if aggression occurs. Britain eyes a regional defensive system with Turkey and Greece. Halifax and Bock discuss continued talks as London notes a united, just response.

Paris Romania Poland Rumania Britain Turkey Greece

Canadian defence ties with United States urged

Ottawa Tuesday Vancouver Conservative member Mr. Howard Green urged Canada to seek immediate defence alliance with the United States as a loose unit. He said the defence of American territory and British possessions in the Pacific are closely allied and cooperation is necessary to protect all. Green urged Canada to take greater Pacific interest and to halt Japanese migration which he viewed as a menace to Pacific safety.

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Albania Protectorate Talk Denial At Rome

Rome dispatches report that Italian officials deny plans for an Albanian protectorate while Times correspondent suggests possible considerations. About 20,000 Italian troops and transport are held at Brindisi and Bari. Paris dispatches claim Spanish volunteers massing at Almeria for embarkation to Italy amid disputed Albanian relations.

London Rome Times O Aly Albania Brindisi Bari

Change of Policy Welcomed by Commons

MPs hailed the government policy on the Danzig corridor and German influence, with Mr Sinclair and Mr Lloyd George praising the move as strengthening European freedom. Churchill and others supported a firm stance, while Anthony Eden noted the value of collaboration with Russia in backing Britain’s foreign policy.

Commons Mr. Churchill Britain Lloyd George

Germany Warts Bilateral Treaty Reported

Berlin reports an official statement suggesting Britain may seek a bilateral treaty with Germany while Poland shows reluctance to cede independence and Romania could be influenced. The source notes Germany’s concerns over potential blocs and shifting alliances.

Berlin Germany Britain Poland

New Frontiers Between Hungary and Slovakia Announced

Budapest reports an official agreement between Hungary and Slovakia on a common frontier. The accord states Slovakia will receive new territory, with Hungary taking over the adjacent land before transition.

Budapest Hungary Slovakia

Ending Aggression Rabbi's Faith in Britain

Melbourne, Tuesday. Rabbi K K Daglow told the Passover service at St. Kilda Synagogue that brutal violence by aggressive nations will be punished. He urged democratic peoples to remain alarmed as civil liberty is threatened and urged continued leadership in human rights.

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Britain Rejects Claim It Aims To Encircle Germany

In a House statement, Foreign Secretary Lord Fairfax said Britain seeks no hostile aims toward Germany. He stressed Britain values Franco-Soviet collaboration and criticizes misreadings of British policy. Labour's Lord Well and others welcomed the policy shift, while Lord Arnold warned history may judge it as unwise and dangerous.

House of Ons Lord Fairfax Britain France Noth Wan Germany Europe Poland Lord Well Labour Party Lond Grewe Mallfax Lord Arnold Mont

Attack on German Embassy in Santiago Reports Damaged Exterior

A bomb exploded near the German Embassy in Santiago on Tuesday, damaging the outer wall and breaking several windows. The incident occurred shortly after a blast, with no immediate details on casualties or responsibility.

Santiago Chile Aes Siightig Dhamna Maeine

Far East War Report From Shanghai Dispatch

Fragmentary wartime note describes a clash near Shanghai with confusion over casualties and positions. The message mentions Japanese forces, a possible capture near Tanke, and references to diplomatic talks in Asia. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR.

Jewish refugees seek enlistment in Australian militia

Ninety six Jewish refugees aged ten to forty, who have lived in Barnaby for over a year, have their applications for militia service forwarded to Interior Minister Mr. McEwen by the Australian Jewish Welfare Society. Officials express doubt on current eligibility but commend their willingness to defend Australia, while noting ongoing policy and management questions for the Commonwealth Aircraft Corporation scheme and potential committee appointments.

Miuds McEwen Man Australian Jewish Welfare Society

Full Work For Leading Hands on Relief Jobs BYDNEY

Relief workers with over two years service will receive full time government employment at award rates. The notice, reported to the Australian Workers Union, comes from the Minister for Works and Local Government. Thousands of men across the state are affected.

Bydney Gangere Ataremen

Aircraft Plans for Local Production Conference With Mr Clapp

Two key discussions conducted by Prime Minister Mr Lyons focused on a large scale production scheme for Gristel Beaufort reconnaissance plants in Australia. He met with Advisory Panel on industry chairman Mr Malington Lewin and Victorian Railway Commissioners chairman Mr H W. Lyons said he has consulted Mr Clapp on railway workshops role in manufacturing parts for central Government assembly plants and the talks with M M T Lewis related to products of the scheme.

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Fruitless Rescue Fails in Swan Dany Sea Ward Incident

A life saver attempted a rescue at dawn about 1000 yards from shore but the swimmer drowned after a long struggle. A second man risked his life returning to the beach as waves battered him. The victim’s body remained unidentified pending verification.

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