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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 05, 1941

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Yugoslavia Mobilising as German Threat Grows

London reports rising crisis as Yugoslavia completes mobilisation and King Peter signs a new army discipline order. Diplomatic efforts falter with Italian mediation failing and Yugoslavia signaling neutrality unless invaded, while talks with Turkey and the Soviet linger over a joint peace declaration.

London Germany Yugo-Slavia Peter Narvik Belgrade Thea Turkey Yugoslavia Balkans Hitler Berlin Aod

Eire Appeals to U S for Relief

London reports Call Eireann members urged Mr De Valera to present to the United States a request to lift shipping restrictions to Eire. The Premier said representations had been made during the war and Eire offered to buy vessels and sought licenses to facilitate trade.

London Call Eireann de Valera United United Misses Eire United States

Pope to Deliver Easter Peace Appeal Speech

Vatican officials announced the Pope will speak on Easter Monday in a bid for world peace. Sources close to the Pope say the message will emphasize a universal call for peace.

London Vatican Pope

British Naval Vessels Report Successful Air Attacks

Admiralty communiques recount two British actions against enemy aircraft. The Lorna Doone, a paddle minesweeper, fought three Dornier 21a bombers and damaged one aircraft, with two crew wounded but the ship lightly damaged. Jamaica Producer claims the first Heinkel shot down after ramming its foremast, with an unspent bomb penetrating the bridge area but no casualties.

London Admiralty H.M Lorm Doone Sen HLM Heinkel Jamaica Jane Ahlip

Roosevelt Orders Naval Observer to Return to London

Washington reports President Roosevelt directed Rear Admiral Chernmley, senior naval observer, to sail back to London. The move follows a routine reassessment of U S naval ties with Britain as wartime alignments evolve.

Naval Observer London Washington Roosevelt Chormiey Naval Operations United States Naval Observer

Tactical Withdrawal From Benghazi Ends Line Stretches

British forces evacuate Benghazi Libyas sea port after destroying stores. Communique notes abandoning coastal position choosing new battlefields while pursuing enemy casualties and extended lines. RAF strikes hit Tripoli harbor as advance guard pushes toward the coast.

Benghazi Asr FLAF Asmera Adowa Dessie-Assab Times Nal- Tobi Cunningham Addia Ababa Taliana R.A.F Tripoli Ary & Wes Alcorn Rea Lanuf Tripolitania

Britain Sees Dollar Need Drive Export Policy

In the House of Commons the President of the Board of Trade Mr Lyttleton stated that Britain must widen exports to the United States to bolster dollar earnings under the Lease and Lend Bill. He praised U S aid and urged American buyers to continue demanding British goods and trusted Britain’s ability to supply high quality merchandise.

London Board of Trade Mr. Lyttleton House of Commons United States America

Withdrawal does not diminish the value of military gains

Mr Spender stressed that the withdrawal did not lessen the success or worth of the achievements by our military forces. The remark framed the retreat as a strategic decision while affirming the strength and outcomes of ongoing operations.

Mr. Spender

Axis ship officers arrested for deportation proceedings

On Sunday, officers of the Axis vessel were arrested aboard the ship and today were detained as they await deportation hearings.

Pie Lame Eco Ereipin Cal. Nee Esd

War course turned in Britain’s favor air force on top

The British High Commissioner Malcolm Macdonald said the war’s direction has shifted in Britain’s favor with the air force proving decisive. He attributed the change to the Dominions and the United States and noted improved health conditions, with shell shock rare even among women and children.

Ottawa Malcolm Macdonald Macdonald Dominions United States

No division in empire on war aims by Menzies

Australian Prime Minister Menzies told Reform Club readers there is complete political unity in the British Empire and no division in war aims. He said the empire must lead in the war, pay the price, and build a freer world after victory.

Belfast Reform Club Today B. G. Menzies Menzies Britain Germany Australia Hitler

Iran Cabinet Resigns After Failing to Reconcile Differences

Iran's cabinet resigns after holding office for two months amid unresolved political rifts and mounting tension. The move follows ongoing disputes and attempts to stabilize the government structure and policy direction.

Baghdad

U S Demands Recall of Italian Naval Attache

President Roosevelt prompts recall of Admiral Lars of the Italian Navy for alleged involvement in sabotaging ships. Secretary Hull says German diplomats may face action too, as consulates close and Italian staff are restricted.

U.S Washington Alberto Italien Cordell Hull Roosevelt Lars The Basay Lala United States Mewark New York Times Ger

U S Leaders Forecast U S War Entry Within 90 Days

Macon Georgia reports Mr Martin Dies predicts the United States will enter war with the Axis within 90 days. In Washington Senator Wheeler announces a nine man executive committee to mobilize a nationwide anti war drive, with 75 lawmakers backing the effort after a Tuesday meeting.

Macon Georgia Martin Dies House Committee On UN Washington Wheeler United States Tuesaday

Roosevelt urged to condemn labour strikes in defence industries

In Detroit the Democratic leader backed a call for President Roosevelt to publicly condemn unjust strikes in defence industries. Governor Van Wagoner announced progress toward settlement of the Ford River Rouge strike with mediation commitments from company and union leaders. A time-keeper was beaten at the gate amid renewed clashes as Ford seeks court action to curb interference by CIO AF of L affiliates and the Communist Party.

Washington McCormack House of Representatives Roosevelt Detroit Murray D. von Wagoner Ford Company River Rouge Federal District Court CLO United Automobile Workers Communist Party Federal Labour Union American Federation of Labour van Wagoner C.so. Pickela Dlant Af.l A.F.L Special State Mediation Board Mr. Roosevelt

Alien Control Relaxed Restores Prewar Status for Nationals

United States and Greek nationals are exempted from alien control regulations by a wartime amendment announced by Attorney-General Mr. Hughes. Their status is restored to what it was before the war.

United States Hughes

Mining in Siam Dispute Over Thai Compensation Demands

Indo China Thailand peace talks stall as Thailand seeks compensation for railways highways and utilities ceded by Britain. Officials confirm a hitch in the accord and call for continued negotiations to resolve the dispute.

Picture caption sparks strain in Britain US ties

The Ministry for Aircraft Practice notes attention drawn to a caption about Jones "All the World aircraft" as a sign of the fraying friendly relations between Britain and the United States. Official statement downplays the issue as minor.

London Ministry For Aircraft Producce Atantion

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