29 Aug 1940
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 29, 1940
Page
1
In wartime dispatches, RAF bombers are reported to have left burning trails in Germany. The item notes ongoing Allied air operations while British and American readers hear claims about subversive activity and potential diplomatic moves.
London reports a large RAF raid last night targeting Leuna and Frankfurt oil works with nearly two hours of bombing. Fires spread from main buildings as Fifty incendiaries and 400 explosives were dropped. A German fighter was seen diving after one of our planes as another British plane shot down an enemy bomber near Nivelles.
Tokyo reports that Japan intends to continue its recent policy in negotiations with the Dutch East Indies, countering sensational claims of aggression. Officials say no change toward aggression is planned, emphasizing continuity with prior statements.
General de Gaulle announced that Chad Territory in the French Congo refused to accept capitulation and will fight on with Britain. The 460,000 square mile region borders Libya and the Sudan and is seen as key to Equatorial Africa. Churchill noted broader extension of allied control as French territories gain independence later. Colonel Delarimat left London for a mission after briefing from de Gaulle.
The Times Cairo reports the Italian Armistice Commission may reach Beirut soon to press Axia demands on Syria and incite Syrians and Arabs against Britain. Syrian authorities brace for bribes and intrigue while border traffic to Turkey continues and British subjects risk arrest. The British Consul-General quits Beirut for Avialey. Turkish neutrality complicates the situation as Italy's plans unfold.
The United States and Canadian Defence Board adjourned hastily with plans to resume in Washington in September. Eastern Canadian forces were under review and unconfirmed reports mentioned battleship expansion and a British Columbia Alaska highway. La Guardia praised the quick session saying it took six minutes to dispose of preliminaries.
The Kokumin Shim bun reports an Australian American Defence Committee plan akin to the Canadian American Defence Board and tied to Japan's southward push. It notes the United States uses a Honolulu to New Zealand and Dutch East Indies air route extending toward British territories. The paper warns relations with the United States will be delicate after Far Eastern tensions. Hokchi editorial says the U S seeks to encircle Japan by courting Russia and controlling the Singapore base would give a strong foothold on the Asia continent.
Bomber forces mainly hit the Leuna synthetic oil plant west of Leipzig and an air depot at Frankfurt. Attacks also struck Griesheim explosives factory, Hoechat Cologne and Leipzig targets, Hamm and Schwerte depots. Most aircraft returned safely, one daylight raid aircraft missing. Berlin air raid alarm at 7 54 a.m. and four minutes later all clear due to technical disorder.
Australia will co operate with the Delhi talks. The Commonwealth Government has accepted the invitation and aims to set up a high officer from the Munitions ministry for the delegation. A large data volume on munitions production capacity has been gathered to support Australia’s role in the Eastern Hemisphere war effort.
The Times correspondent notes changes in German activity on the Norwegian coast. Small craft gather at southern fords but embarkation has ceased. Germans reportedly halted invasion plans for Britain due to sea conditions. Large Baltic steamers return to Danzig and other ports. Troops and horses remain in Norway to train for potential operations.
The Italian Stefani agency reports British forces plan to occupy the Azores and Canary Islands to safeguard shipping routes. The claim highlights potential strategic moves in Atlantic defense and control of sea lanes.
Reports detail multiple enemy raids across southern and eastern England with sirens, anti aircraft fire, and searchlights. London endured two night attacks with bombs and incendiaries, while other towns faced high altitude incursions and scattered blasts. No major casualties reported though some fires and train attacks were noted.
A report notes a 6,091 ton raider in the Indian Ocean near Brazil. It suggests the ship may be steering toward the Graf Spee, a British vessel, as observers track its warlike course.
From Rome, the Japanese Ambassador Mr Quaman met with Foreign Minister Count Clano and congratulated Italy on its conquest of British Somaliland. They reportedly discussed the new order in the Far East and the Mediterranean and agreed to strengthen Italian Japanese relations.
The Times Athens correspondent reports Italian forces have occupied the demilitarised zone on the Greek Albanian border and 6000 troops have moved to Albania in 48 hours. Italy and Germany radios show conciliatory tones while Greek circles expect no concessions. Turkey promises aid to Greece if war occurs.
The Times Istanbul correspondent reports Metaxas rejects the Axis order for Greek territorial concessions to Albania and Bulgaria. Molotov chats with the Turkish envoy, implying friendship may fade if Turkey faces pressure over the Straits. Budapest notes talks with Romania hinge on territory gains, while Hungary may seize disputed Transylvanian land if needed. Soviet plans clash with Germany, raising Balkans risk. Final arrangements point to a Rome Vienna conference with Berlin and Rome watching.
The 870 refugees, aided by American destroyers after being 500 miles off New York, were cheered on arrival. They endured a perilous voyage with escorts from Finnish patrols and British ships and planes through Russian and Scotland minefields. Lifebelts kept on, and a series of boat drills, but the passengers remained calm.
Arahi Shimbun reports a series on Sir John Latham becoming minister and Australia's shift from Britain toward closer ties with Japan. The articles claim Australia is embracing a new policy direction after "seeing the light" and reducing its emphasis on Britain.
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