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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 20, 1939

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Hitler Day Celebrations in Berlin Parade Plans

Berlin prepares for a scaled celebration marking Hitler's birthday with a five hour parade and a fast motor road opening. Attaches promise a public display of Nazi pomp involving officials from allied nations and a representative from Denmark.

Berlin Hitler Dayphoslovakia Ant Italy Bakyungary Bulgaria Denmark Ruel Juan Lithuania Finland Latvia Dan ‘Pronontiat Agare

British Trade Results of American Agreement

In London the President of the Board of Trade told the House of Commons the Eaton Patterson report outlined definite conclusions on the Anglos American trade agreement. He noted trade shifts and the impact on exports to the United States and other markets, with explanations of what the agreement could mean for future trade patterns. The discussion included accompanying officials and departments linked to overseas trade and export guarantees.

London Board of House of Commons Ted Kimedora Montiay Uils Rumania Oar of Oliver Stanley Frederick Laith Ross Frederick Leith Rees Guarantes Department Iuiry AnglosFrumanian Clearing Deyail Department

Egypt Sees German Contract To Deliver Machine Guns

Cairo Tuesday report states Germany has secured a deed to the Egyptian government’s weakness to compel the agreement for the delivery of two Bret machine guns, signaling tense negotiations amid broader war strains.

Egypt Cairo Germany Yeakness Bret Machine Mun

Parliaments deadlock shadows Menzies Page talks in Australia

Dramatic political tension unfolds as Sir Earle Page refuses coalition with Menzies and the House meets to handle parliamentary business. Prime Minister to see Lord Gowrie today amid speculation on whether the United Australia Party and Country Party will sever ties or trigger an early election. The debate centers on forming a stable government in the Commonwealth and managing international concerns.

Si Ewrhe Page Government House Lord Commonwealth Earle Page Menzies U.A.P U C.P Ahat Thve Page U.A.C Country Party Ube House ‘of Representatives Unie Labour Party Mable Australia London Mansles Lyons Menales Muall Bure Wald Lin Daily Telegraph Ing Toner Earle

Radio build up for Sir Earle Page at Canberra event

Readable fragments report radio build up for Sir Earle Page in Canberra as the Country Party intensifies efforts ahead of Parliament’s return. The broadcast adds weight to rumours of Page pushing to keep the Government in a stabilising role, with Curtin and Labour commenting on the political stage and the Times doubting Menzies’s immediate premiership viability.

Gandorrs Country Party Sydney Tom Collins Hume Earle Page Austral Apeaker Yorth

Chinese claim vast wartime gains and peace talks

Fragmented report outlines Beijing asserting administrative control over 411 percent of nine provinces while Japan maintains parts. At Chungking Generalissimo discusses Sino Japanese peace prospects as Chinese and Russian forces bolster offensives.

London Chungking Javan

PLOREE DENIAL OF NISTER MOVE

London reports denial of rumors about a Nister move with the British Consul General in Tangier assured by Spanish authorities that the allegations are sensational and false. Officials cite European nervousness and calls for calm, while the Foreign Secretary notes no information on new aerodromes or fortifications near the Pyrenees or Gibraltar.

London Tangier Europe Secn Unier Butler House of Commons Spain Pyrenees Gibraltar

German Move in South West Africa Sparks Government Anxiety

In Cape Town on Tuesday 300 armed police rode a special train toward Windhoek. A bill to join South West African police with the Union police was introduced amid government concern over rising tensions. The Premier and Deputy Premier, General Smuts, defended measures as safeguards after recent intelligence. A Windhoek telegram said haste was not explained. The Premier denied links between the new German consul and the Sudetenland or the Henlein Movement. Questions on remonstrance over a German official’s Swakopmund remarks were dismissed. The Premier declined to comment on possible protests about offensive broadcasts. The Premier justified the apology to convalescent troops. Dominion Party leader Mr. Challen Stallard offered support in crisis mobilization talks. L C F Stallard, Windhoek executive council member, commented on crisis measures.

Cape Town Windhoek Union Police South West Africa General Smuts Sudetenland Henlein Canaul Germany Swakop- Mund Fuhrer Johannesburg Challen Stallard Dominion Party

Belgrade Talks Hint at New Anti German Bloc

A Wednesday visit by King Caral to Princes Paul of Yugoslavia is reported as an attempt to win Prince Paul over to form a new anti German bloc tied to the Vatican Pact. The piece notes possible Bulgars admission, warns of possible German force, and mentions impending Hitler birthday as a trigger for unrest.

Belgrade Carel Paul Yugoslavia

Hungary and Italy Discuss Alignment Against Romania

A report from Rome notes Hungarian policy discussions between Hungarian and Italian leaders. Leaders, including Count Lao and M. Tetokt, weigh Italy's stance on Romania and broader Axis alignment as peace-front strength grows on the Rome Berlin axis.

Roma Signor Mixwolint Sind Count Lao M. Tetokt

Lindbergh summoned for duty in vast aviation survey

The Way Department announced that Charles Lindbergh who has not returned to the United States has been ordered to active duty. He will conduct a confidential survey of all army aviation facilities and report findings on European air fighting strength gathered during his stay in Europe.

Washington Charen Lindbergh United States Europe

Fire sinks French luxury liner Paris at dock

Fire aboard the 24 000 ton French liner Paris at Le Sabotage dock explodes, two firemen fall. one dead, one seriously injured. Art treasures worth 100 000 removed before sinking. Ship rolls to its side, smoke shrouds docks. attempts to salvage continue. Passengers and crew evacuated as explosions subside.

Paris Paria Brien United Preas Fames New York Wara Jer Sids Hermandle Mek York

War Refugees Aid Update From House Of Commons

The Under-Secretary for Fortin Attotra Mr Butler stated Britain would contribute 140000 pounds to the International Commission for Child Refugees from Spain. The British Red Cross and the government mobilized 440000 for relief in camps in southeast France. Britain also provides 600 tons of food for relief of poverty stricken areas at Ma arid.

London Tuessay Fortin Attotra Mr. Butler Anso House of Commons Britain International Commission For Child Refugees Spain British Red Cross Imerncant France

Bruce to Decide Soon on Australia Return Plans

In San Francisco on Tuesday Australian Associated Press sources report Mr. Bruce’s return to Australia remains a strong possibility aboard the Mariposa. His aides say plans are fluid for at least 26 hours as discussions continue with various groups and no final decision has been made.

San Francisco M. Bruce Associated Press Australia Mariposa Alll Bourcws Bruce Washington Mansion U.ap Mir Aus

Prayers for Peace Call for End to Violence

A brief column argues for peace amid rising war risks and questions insurance schemes. It notes public concern over violence and calls for disciplined policy and charitable actions to avert conflict. The piece emphasizes unity, resilience, and cautious governance.

Albania Seizure Debate Prompts Arab Jewish Unity Call

Reports from the Mediterranean indicate mounting resentment over Albania’s seizure amid warnings of grave repercussions for Britain and Western opinion. In Syria and Palestine anger grows as Iraq’s press mocks Mussolini’s Arab leadership claim and calls for Arabs and Jews to resolve their differences to resist the totalitarian menace.

Syria Palestine Jamil Mardam Albania Kran Iraq Mumsolini Esterday la Palertine T Ples Hich Asmar Mashaabibi Dla Albani Baga Arama Rome-Berlin Damocles

Non-Intervention Fails Movement in London

Fragmented OCR reads of a London news note describe a non intervention protest failing to conclude, with phrases about a meeting and expected government expenses. The garbled text references at least a planned exit on Thursday and distribution of funds, indicating a halted or ineffective movement.

London

Future of Danzig Council Faction Moves Debate

A garbled report notes a council faction debate on Danzig’s future. It mentions an assembly, a speaker named Afinire, and a House committee, with discussion likely touching governance and regional authority. The fragment hints at party lines and potential policy directions without clear outcomes.

No Rostluo Spirit of Determination Reported

A terse note records the spirit of determination to prevent oso illustrated in local coverage. The article emphasizes resolve and action by unnamed officials to curb the threat. No dates or places are given in readable text.

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