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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 30, 1941
Page
1
A Canadian premier cautions that the war could escalate to Armageddon and urges perspective. The report cites comments by ministers and leaders in Detroit and London about Japan China and Allied strategy, with U S aid and British manpower questions in focus.
A German correspondent in Libya, broadcasting from Berlin, praised British tactics after a raid near Bardia. He said the British encircled forces, moved quickly, and hid their presence, calling the operation a remarkably effective piece of work despite German attempts to counter.
The Defence Minister reported Canada has 70,000 troops overseas and 118,000 available for service. A militia and defence force remained under arms, with ongoing readiness for overseas deployment.
The United States press shows mixed feelings on Churchill's speech. Berlin officials note Churchill’s broadcast appears in Spanish outlets but omit mentions of war spreading to Spain and Morocco, suggesting cautious or selective coverage.
Wellington New Zealand Tuesday report details German occupation abuses in Poland. It cites 50 000 to 70 000 German troops enforcing order and about 50 000 Gestapo agents. Armament works rebuilt for Germany under occupation.
Coastal Command Blenheims attacked two enemy destroyers escorting supply ships off the Dutch coast. They flew at very low altitude under heavy anti aircraft fire to press the operation.
A Dutch pilot over Flushing aerodrome dove on an enemy bomber flying low, opened fire and watched it crash after a beam attack. In the broader action, Bomber Command attacked shipping off France and Holland, sinking two ships of 2000 and 1560 tons, while losses for the Allied side included missing planes. German reports claimed rescued crew from British bombers.
London reports a forthcoming May update on merchant shipping losses shows a planned German explanation. Vice-Admiral Pfeffer says the reduced tonnage sunk by U boats stems from German submarine craft changing operating regions.
Reports say Brith troops seized considerable stores and ammuniti on at Dessie while pursuing Italian re tirements. General Nai's forces hold Gondar area as Italians press toward Gondar by boat. Australian raids from Tobruk claim success and German and Italian planes attacked Tobruk. Free French forces attacked French Somaliland from Jibuti with British support, urging movement to Daouianleh or Zeila.
German and Italian forces occupied Sollum on Saturday according to military sources. In Gairo British armoured tactics harass penetration while the Royal Air Force bombs lines and reinforcements. No change at Tobruk as Empire forces endure a land siege.
A Pollah Army lieutenant and a Dunfermline engineer devised a wristlet broadcasting device now tested by the Home Office. The six ounce, three inch diameter unit sends fixed-wavelength oscillations via a celluloid strip to locate trapped persons. It runs 44 hours on dry cells and could be mass produced at five shillings.
Berlin reports British losses in the Greece evacuation exceed Dun Kirk figures and paratroopers claim 900 British prisoners at Corinth Isthmus. The Times notes fear over lack of official British statements and warns neutral states about distorted German claims amid ongoing Near East operations.
The Italian agency Steffani says the German air force hit Malta with a night raid described as the heaviest yet. Several fires broke out and some warships, including a cruiser, were damaged amid intense anti aircraft fire and searchlight activity.
The Daily Telegraph reports Lloyds underwriters and marine insurers say the schedule of rates for sailings to the Far East does not apply north of Hong Kong. Voyages to Japan must be billed at a separate rate, likely higher than the current schedule.
An item from New York’s New York Post discusses German progress and British strategy while stressing democratic discontent in wartime. It notes how Nazi followers may misunderstand fundamental plans yet shows Curtin’s favorable view of national unity with Britain. The Australian minister Casey reports assurances of unity with Britain and Australia.
A correspondent reports a week end Turkish German trade agreement on a barter basis between private firms. It envisages deliveries of additions goods valued around 9 000 000 Turkish pounds each way and supplements the official clearing system. Turkey will supply tobacco and agricultural products while Germany provides chemicals medicines paper and machinery.
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