30 Aug 1939
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 30, 1939
Page
1
In Parliament Prime Minister Chamberlain warned that Britain would honour its guarantee in full as Hitler’s response could determine if further negotiations and time would be allowed. Berlin indicated openness to reasonable proposals while pledging readiness of the navy and air force for instant action.
Prime Minister Chamberlain reported that an ambassador in Berlin relayed Hitler’s request for an audience. Britain would study Hitler’s communications carefully and would not publish details as the situation was delicate and grave. Hitler wished for Anglo German understanding while noting Poland differences remained unsettled.
Britain signaled willingness to settle with Germany at the right moment while pledging to Poland, outlining obligations under the 1935 pact. The government described full war readiness including fleet, air defenses, evacuation plans, and hospital preparations as tensions with Poland and Germany rose.
Fragmented text shows the British Government seeking a cereal settlement with Polar German differences and hoping for negotiations. Officials express readiness for any eventuality and emphasize determinations toward a possible agreement affecting Europe. Dates and names are unclear in the damaged OCR.
The Labour Party leader Dr Greenwood declared Britain’s spirit strong and vowed the door to peace would stay open until a cloud of aggression is lifted. He warned no nation in Europe would seek war. preparations for evacuation continued for three days with a contingency if a flight failed.
Berlin reports complete military preparations with units at war stations while officials speak of demands as a path to exit. Rome signals pessimism over peace options amid evacuations, embargo debates, and mobilization across Europe as Britain, France, and Italy issue warnings and new emergency rules.
In New York a Treasury Department move detained the German liner Bremen while the liner Normandie was slated for inspection. The Bremen with 104 passengers waited as officials said it must undergo scrutiny before any clearance. Officials offered no comment on the delay amid questions if court action would follow.
London dispatch notes The Times argues Hitler once spoke well of Poland and the new regime now makes it impossible for Poland to be a neighbor. The article says Poland’s fate is tied to German minority pressures and suggests a path to force them toward Germany.
The Supreme Soviet postponed ratification of the Russo German non aggression pact. Foreign observers note Russia may wait for Western Europe war developments before acting. The session opened at 5:30 pm with officials present. No decision on the pact or military service was reached.
The Defence Department signals urgent readiness in Australia as warnings circulate about ships off Australia and Japan’s actions. Canberra liaises with London and coordinated Commonwealth efforts, while Sydney and Adelaide report security measures and shifts in naval and immigration controls amid mounting international strain.
London Twenty correspondent reports General Chiang Kai-shek declared China would persevere against Japan and urged no war in Europe while supporting peace efforts there. He hoped to keep Europe free and backed diplomatic avenues.
A New York report cites Secretary Hull stating the United States did not press Latin American countries to urge European leaders toward peace, while signaling approval of such steps. Hull mentions Ecuador’s president praising Roosevelt’s peace appeal. German labor calls for resisting war. The Army tightens Panama Canal defenses with additional air and naval guns.
The Cedar County Party gathers in Melbourne Friday to discuss primary producer questions and wheat industry concerns. The conference, summarized by the federal AML County, will influence the Commonwealth Parliament with key decisions by anti-communist party leaders.
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