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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 11, 1939
Page
1
Reports from Wellington and Berlin describe Hitler pressing to restore the Reich, with Britain and France warned against backing Poland. Berlin signals a ready stance if appeal fails, while Allied leaders weigh withdrawal and possible war. Washington cites peace options as Germany weighs next move.
WARSAW report notes a mild attack against Germany by the combined Press. The piece recalls actions 25 years prior near Berlin and asserts the need to destroy the mieke while time favors validation of Barone. The language is wartime rhetoric with unclear phrasing and potential transcription errors.
London dated dispatch reports Count Tete wechnang linked to a Hungarian secret service matter. The message alleges a political covert operation and names individuals and firms in connection with alleged financing and espionage. The account emphasizes intense rhetoric and unclear sources amid wartime tension.
A Polish and Vatican linked controversy reports arrests of Italian air force personnel including five engineers and twenty pilots over a planned Savoia bomber scheme. Two German men named Hermann Berg linked to espionage were seized.
Belgrade AP correspondent reports Yugoslavia and Germany negotiating neutrality in event of war. Axis demand use of railways, scarce materials and foodstuffs, plus right to cross Yugoslavian territory to Romania and Bulgaria.
Thursday King Victor Triannel reviewed troops in Turin while Mussolini conferred with the Duke of Agsia on Africa defense. Gene fend of the German mission spoke as signs of mobilization appeared. A dramatic Mussolini opera appearance and a reported heart attack denial framed the day’s events with a 600-strong crowd shouting “The Duce!”
In Tokyo on Thursday the Japanese policy toward China was described as dealing only with Britain. US and French envoys told the Foreign Office of shared financial interests in China and pressed for Britain’s recognition. Asahi notes Britain preferred, and Japan’s ambassador in Chow indicated army negotiators could return to Trentain early next week as talks resume, urging Britain to speed up deliberations.
The Rome correspondent for The Times says Tyraltie clergy in London are urged to follow church leaders who have been ordered to relocate to Germany. The Nagl Government opposes this claim, alleging the clergy oppose rein.
Public buildings in Bucharest are crowded as authorities instruct residents on wartime conduct. Officials urge evacuation of nationals and advise leaving the country promptly to avoid danger amid air raid threats and ongoing hostilities.
NSW Premier signals more time to study proposed wheat stabilisation scheme. Plan aims to guarantee advances for a 140 000 000 bushel marketable crop, with export exposure when prices exceed 3/6. Conference seeks unity between states and Commonwealth, tackling production controls and funding from 0 to 7 million pounds. Local debates address cost of production and price support at 2 70 per country bushel.
Rome reports tighten penalties for currency smuggling out of Italy. Death penalty and confiscation of property face condemned individuals involved with foreigners. Communications from the British United Press note stricter enforcement and international collusion penalties.
London report notes Japanese ministers see Japan’s interests served by an independent policy and expect minimal view shifts despite Axis pressure. Economic arguments stress reliance on Britain and America for raw materials and markets. Germany and Italy deemed of little value. Allied negotiations met with limited improvement in atmosphere amid propaganda and diplomatic strain. A separate China scene: bombings hit the British and French Consulates at Chungking, four Chinese killed.
Imperial Airways signals it will maintain Empire passenger services even if it must buy foreign aircraft. A government debate questions expansion plans as a fleet shortage hampers growth. The Air Ministry remains involved with potential new bombers and long term strategy under discussion.
Trading banks in Australia report deposits and liabilities as of June. Total assets include municipal securities and property holdings, with notable figures in pounds and shillings. The Commonwealth Government releases the summary of these financials to the public.
A Sydney debate on military counsel shows critics arguing that governments should balance expert advice with political courage. Spender cites past misjudgments like reliance on heavy machines while warning against blindly following specialists. He recalls cavalry, tanks, and anti tank guns evolving with wartime needs and questions over expert certainty. The discussion emphasizes government responsibility over purely expert opinion.
Fragmentary Belgrade dispatch says Serblatt and Cronl negotiations to transform Yugoslavia into an noted state have been postponed indefinitely. Government officials were not available for comment as of Thursday.
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