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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 20, 1940

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British Landings in Norway Reported Near Trondheim

British troops land at points north and south of Bodø and near Namsos as they prepare a base for a major Trondheim offensive. Reports say German troops are delayed. Norwegian resistance stiffens with barricades and fort holdouts along the Glommen River. Oslo saboteur activity continues amid German advances toward Oslo and the Swedish frontier.

London Bodo Iylea British United Press War Office Norway Sweden Namsos Allen” Bladet Stordalhats Trondhelm Stockholm North Trondeng North Norway B.elf. Tee Norwiee Leembby Lake Randefjord Gothenburg Norweglinn Riverum Hamar Glommen Oslo Hom Paris Thurandig Margaret of Denmark Christian Haa Copenhagen Homay Blgerum

Japan Critics Fight Hull Comment in Press

Tokyo reports resentment over Cordell Hull's remarks as American interference. Hochi Shimbun says the statement inflames Japan. New York Herald Tribune warns Japan risks broader war if it enters Malaya. Domei notes talks on ending the Tientsin blockade. Roosevelt departs for ten day Warm Springs holiday.

Tokyo Cordell Hull Tate Japan Hochi Shimbun New York Herald-Tribune Malaya Australia New Zealand United States Domei Tientsin Washington Roosevelt Warm Springs Whithg

Air Arm Hits Bergen and Stavanger in Norway Raid

Fleet Air Arm reports successful operations off Bergen on April 16 sinking a transport and hitting a surfaced submarine. RAF crews bombed Stavanger aerodrome four times in six days, damaging bases and a cruiser, with pilots wounded but returning to base after bold daytime raids over icy seas and tracer fire.

Atnalone Fleet Air Arm Bergen Stavanger Heinkel Heinkels Staanger RAF Norway North Sea

Admiral Scheer Torpedoed by Submarine Spearfish Report

London reports from Thursday describe the pocket battleship Admiral Scheer being torpedoed by the submarine Spearfish. Crew members claim dramatic air and death-charge attacks, yet describe Scheer continuing at high speed and reaching port, with Admiralty statements confirming the attack.

London Spearfish Admiral Scheer Spearish Wei Scheer

Miners Boycott Prime Minister Menzies Visit

Miners in Kurri Kurri and Newcastle defied a planned address by Prime Minister Menzies. Strike leaders urged a boycott and led a gathering at the sports ground while Menzies faced jeers and threats as he moved toward the boxing ring. Northen miner leader Mr. Hoare claimed many miners opposed the strike while Mr. Booth M L A criticized government and owners. Menzies spoke, noting his working miner grandfather and the crowd's readiness to listen.

Kurri Surri Newcastle Menvieg Murri Mensies Kurri Kurri Mr. Menzies Australia Menzies T. Hoare Hoare Mengzien Booth Aptak Asker

Government hostel tariffs questioned in parliament

In Parliament yesterday Mr BEA AED asked if the government instructed a tariff rise for public servants living in government hotels at Canberra. Treasurer Mr Spender replied no such instructions had been given, but noted that business results of these establishments were under investigation.

House of Representatives Bea Aed Canberra Spender

Survivors From HMS Hardy Reach Scottish Port

Survivors from the British destroyer HMS Hardy arrived at a Scottish port after being inland in Norway. They described jumping overboard during the sinking and scrambling for clothing, and recalled the Battle of Narvik where HMS Warspite and escort engaged German forces. They later linked with a British naval force.

Lonron HLM S. Flatty Norway Mntil Fisharmen Loein Narvik H.M.S. Warspite

United States Considers Purchasing Greenland

Representative Hamilton Fish introduces a resolution authorizing the President to buy Greenland for about 40 million dollars. He states the United States should acquire foreign non-Canadian possessions within 1500 miles of the coast to offset debts.

Washington Hamilton Fish House of Representatives Greenland United States

Canadian Minister Rogirs Arrives to Discuss War Effort

London Thursday Mr. N. M. Rogirs Canadian Minister for Labour has arrived in London to confer with British Ministers and leaders of the Canadian Expeditionary Force on war effort aspects. He said Canada was certain the Allied cause would prevail and sought close collaboration with Britain and France until the objective is reached, noting the United States diverted nearly £2,000,000 annually.

London N. M. Rogirs Canada Britain France United States

Tobacco import ban questioned in House debate

In the House of Representatives yesterday Mr. Thompson (C.P.) asked the Treasurer why tobacco is not listed among prohibited commodities from non-starting countries, while examining measures on imports. TheTreasurer was urged to clarify policy on tobacco controls.

United States Thompson C.P House of Representatives

Bw spools arrangement Fontes World Ber jloe

An unusual item notes the use of diverse information sources for intelligence and news filtering. It references rights reservations in ele and New Zealand and hints at linked outlinks and archival practice. The fragmentary text emphasizes cross source integration.

Fontes World Hapvernews Ele New Zealand

French Nation Unwavering in War Resolve

Paris reports the Senate secret session ending at 4 15 a m. Premier Reynaud received applause as he reiterated the government's determination to win the war. Ministers for Armaments Air and Marine spoke before the public session as cheers echoed.

Paris Senate M. Reynaud Perea Air Marine

Nazi Commander Killed in Action in Berlin

Friday report states Lt Commander Otto Karlow former head of the Nazi Party foreign organisation in London was killed in action. Karlow and eight other Germans were expelled from England in May last year for undesirable activities.

Berlin Otto Karlow Nazi Party London Karlow England

Neutrals Tighten Defenses and Guard Against Attack

Romania enforces stronger neutrality measures while fortifications expand along frontiers. Crowned by King Carol's audience with Iron Guard leaders, the regime contemplates oil allocations to belligerents and curbs on foreign propaganda. Danube policing expands as Yugoslav and Bulgarian concerns rise. Sweden readies harsher penalties for treason and espionage, with foreigners barred from ports and travel between towns.

Carol Iron Guard Romania Sweden Aither

Holland imposes control cards for foreigners and travel purpose

Holland orders foreigners to carry control cards detailing their identity and purpose of visits. Ships in siege regions require social permits. M Musgert, leader of the British Pacifist movement, is barred from speaking at Harlem. Police raid Fascist houses uncovering arms stockpiles.

Holland Slege M. Musgert Paaciste Harlam Poice Houges

Swiss mobilization completes except one area to be notified

The Swiss authorities announce a near complete black cut with one region yet to be notified. The Swedish Federal Council issues a decree calling up 50 000 additional territorials this year. The Army Command and the Federal Council issue a joint communique stating that war mobilisation would proceed.

Switzerland Swedish Federal Council Army Command Federal Council

Dutch Reject Foreign Protection for Dutch East Indies

The Hague and Tokyo reports state the Dutch government will not accept any foreign protection for the Dutch East Indies. Dutch Minister told Japan on April 16 that the Netherlands would refuse any offer of protection or intervention from any country.

the Hague Japan Holland Dutch East Indies Tokyo Suma Dutch Indies

British statements on Dutch East Indies peace talks

The Under-Secretary for Affairs Mr R A Butler told the House of Commons that Lord Halifax had not claimed sole responsibility for maintaining peace in the Dutch East Indies waters. He noted the Japanese Foreign Minister’s concern over status quo changes and said Britain shared similar views while keeping the United States informed on Far East matters.

London R.A. Butler Lord Halifax Dutch East Indies Japan Britain Butler United States Far East

Market Fluctuations Amid Pacific Uncertainty Reported

In New York, a sharp stock break before the close reflects Pacific position uncertainty. United States Rubber fell 13 points, Australian 1955s down 3, 1957s down 24, and 1956s down 1. Wheat rose to 178?24 cents, May Wheat at 112 cents a bushel. Batavia reports Fatherland Club in Batavia urging Governor-General to curb Nazi club activities and question loyalty of certain servants.

New York Stock Exchange United States Batavia Fatherland Club

Senator Pittman Says U.S. Will Use Economic Pressure

Senator Pittman chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee said the United States would respond to any Japanese encroachment in the Dutch East Indies with economic pressure, sufficient to deter aggression.

Reno Nevada Pittman Senate Foreign Relations’ Committee United States Dutch’ East Indies

Swiss War Tension Prompts Militia Readiness

The Lausanne Gazette reports Swiss authorities order militias to act immediately against air attacks and defend against invasion. Parachute troops and heightened surveillance of suspects are noted while officials warn against enemy propaganda doubting Switzerland’s resolve. Italian aggression fears loom as Signor Diurgo lini is suspected of planning wider advance.

CLR Jare Italy Tereat Jn Switzerland Lausanne Diurgolini Alely

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