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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 21, 1940
Page
4
Marriage 1B40 at Bt J Canberra by Archdin Tooria, only and Mrs. Sc. Baynberra ACT to i, oldest son of Mr. and Mrs A Ryley, at Malanda via Gairas Queensland.
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A Times correspondent describes the Belgian occupation during the invasion period, noting strong Allied cooperation with invaders and the replacement of provincial governors by German officials. The piece emphasizes Belgian views of the occupation and the central role of King Leopold III.
Prime Minister Churchill in a wartime speech cited British casualties to date totaling 92 000 with most as prisoners and wounded. He contrasted this war with the last, saying it is different in type and more favorable to Britain, and warned that Germany remains the primary threat.
A garbled report describes a Saturday morning gathering at Government House Canberra. Their Excellencies the Governor General and Lady Gowrie hosted breakfast with the Prime Minister the Minister for Trade and others including Mrs Ry and Mr Alan E. Observers noted the assembled government members and guests at Government House.
A critical wartime op ed attacks the British Department of Information for misleading the public about Somaliland and Africa fighting. It accuses officials of false narratives, urges truthful reporting, and condemns drug and dope traffic harming morale and democracy.
A strong typhoon struck Nuvaselga Province causing widespread damage to crops and communications. The storm left one person dead and disrupted Manila area reports issued Tuesday.
Weather Canberra report lists pressure at 30.65 inches and 90.56 inches of barometer. Temperatures show 41 at 9 am and 61 at 3 pm with a 24 hour low of 21 degrees. Wind peaks at 10 mph for four hours ending 2 30 pm with a maximum gust around 10 mph.
Bern reports the British Government expressed deep regret for a violation of Swiss territory by British planes en route to Germany and Italy. The official note says apologies were issued and the incident acknowledged by London.
The Prime Minister announced elections will be held on Saturday September 21 with writs issued August 30 and nominations due September 7. Senate elections will also occur on September 21. A Supply Bill of £6,732,000 was introduced to fund government services until November 20.
Official circles in Britain say no communication from Germany has been received about the treatment of parachute troops. Earlier reports claimed Germany sent a note via Switzerland demanding adherence to international conventions or face reprisals against captured RAF pilots. The Daily Telegraph notes Britain views parachute troops as lawful combatants if identifiable as soldiers, otherwise spies if disguised as civilians or regulars.
Tokyo reports say the anti-British movement wanes as demonstrations stop and business leaders hesitate to disband. Miyako urges Japan to keep foreigners and natives within Britain’s sphere. Japanese Times notes foreign businessmen aid Japan and hopes Britons depart less resentfully. Sir John Tatham named Australian Minister to Japan greeted by officials. Gunmen wound prominent agent Vhang Hamien linked to General Wang Ching-wei in Shanghai.
The Royal Air Force attacked the Caproni factory in Milan and the Fiat works at Turin for the third time in a week with heavy bombers. RAF sorties extended to Rheinfelden aluminium works and other targets, with 200 minutes of raids and reports of chimneys, hydro, and ammunition dumps hit. Witnesses saw flames, green fires, and searchlights. Berlin reports noted enemy planes over Tegel with anti aircraft fire.
The Admiralty announced nine British ships totaling 32 257 tons were sunk in the week ending August 11. Allied losses were 142 tons and neutrals 6708 tons.
US press delegates spent a whirlwind Canberra visit meeting Prime Minister Menzies and Treasurer Curtin, with Roy Howard proposing a Australia New Zealand customs union as a basis for Pacific trade. Menzies outlined tariff policy and postwar industrialisation, while journalists discussed censorship and travel with Australian officials.
The piece analyzes Germany's total blockade claim as propaganda and argues Britain maintains sea control despite German attempts. It notes unrestricted submarine warfare and air attacks faltered, while Britain’s air superiority and naval strength mitigated losses. Italy’s evacuation from Africa shifts regional power, with limited strategic gains and broader Eastern conflicts looming.
A garbled OCR fragment discusses promotions and seniority in a public board. It references a "Blue Book" provish and concerns about derogation of entitlements, with names and officers mentioned but unreadable. The passage lacks clear dates or place names.
The Attorney General described a permanent American state defence board as a new union of allied peoples. He warned that isolationist voices could welcome war while proponents of a mutual approach foresee stronger ties between the United States, Britain, and dominions. Delegates praised Beant’s restraint and anticipated Pacific cooperation shaping future policy.
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