French Colonial Troops Open Finland Front in Surprise Attack
London reports a multi point assault by Soviet and Finnish fronts with air and ground operations beginning at 9 15 am. Bombings hit Helsinki Viipuri and nearby airports as Moscow claims limited success while officials warn of a harsh winter plan to force Finland’s capitulation.
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France
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Japanese Threat to Britain and France Exports Blockade
Tokyo reports Japan plans a second protest to Britain and France over export blockade with retaliatory measures possible if rejected. References note German export figures and seizures affecting Japanese ships, with 100 million yen in German exports to Japan for seven months this year.
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Norway Appeals Oslo Over German Export Tax stance
Norway’s Foreign Minister revealed plans to reconsider its decision to curtail German exports tax in response to Berlin’s retaliatory moves. A government communique cited Germany’s indiscriminate measures and asserted Norway’s right under international law to seek compensation for losses amid the ongoing tension.
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Germany
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Renwlt
Unparalleled German atrocities alleged by Sikorski
General Sikorski denounces Nazi cruelty as unparalleled in history after shootings in Chejnice and mass executions in Poland. He cites Polish upheaval, expulsions, and pillaging and condemns the German government for ongoing brutality.
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Sikorski
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War taxation next year no surprises in revised budget
The acting treasurer Mr Spender announced the first war budget in the House of Representatives outlining new direct tax measures. A penny per foot on Cinematograph films and a penny per gallon duty on oil up to 10 million gallons yearly were proposed while overall taxation would fund the war effort. He stressed that a coordinated plan is needed and that resources must be redirected from peacetime to wartime use with minimal disruption to living standards. The government aims to balance financing from public funds and banking borrowing as export and investment slumped, causing unemployment and weaker bank liquidity. The plan foresees three years of war, with substantial economic effort and careful coordination to avoid waste. The full policy details would follow in 1940.
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National Oil Pty. Ltd
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United Kingdom
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German Troops Mass Near Dutch Border Aims at Liege Fort
Daily Telegram reports German forces massing on the Dutch frontier on November 11 with the objective of surrounding the Liege fortress. The movement could enable a march toward French positions on the Moselle and Saar across Belgium and the Netherlands.
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Danish Trade Talks Likely to Reopen in December
Copenhagen dispatch reports German Danish negotiations ended or would be reopened mid December. Government bans butter eggs and other food gifts to Germany unless special. exports rose two percent last month.
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Weidnesday
Copenhagen Corres
Tren
Germany
War costs loom as Simon warns of heavy burdens
London reports Sir John Simon, Chancellor of the Exchequer, stating annual wartime and service expenditures reach 2.4 billion pounds, a two thirds rise from prewar levels. He notes massive taxation, billion-pound borrowing, and rising future demands, with the rich bearing much of the burden as the nation faces immense sacrifices.
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London
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Exchequer
House of Commns
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Political crisis over militia pay and Labour demands in Parliament
A heated House debate on militia pay sparked a government crisis as Labour pressed for higher rates and the Country Party split. A Cabinet tilt and potential eleventh hour support from a pro-election faction shaped the outcome, with Sir Earle Page urging stronger leadership and improved terms for service members and dependents. The dispute centers on pay levels for forces and broader military policy amid war anxieties and political maneuvering.
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Country Party
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Gover
Commonwealth
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Earle Page
Ferest
Lyons
Jelly Boys parley unsettles House over war pay vote
Members clashed as Labour ridiculed the Jelly Boys remark while the House pressed for a vote on war allowances. Debate touched on pay for adjournments and ongoing recruitment costs amid tension between Labour and the Opposition. The motion to adjourn passed 30 to 27 with Mr Wilson voting with the Opposition.
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Lng
Mie Forde
Thompson
CLP
Nemy
Me White
UAP
Cm Nove
Clarme
Lab
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C.P
Australian Air Minister Tours New York Airfield
In New York on Thursday Australian Air Minister Mr Fairbsitn inspected the La Guardia airfield and praised its site and equipment. He outlined Australia’s role in the Empire air scheme and said Australia is advancing more than Britain expected. The aviation editor of The New York Times notes American bombers may cross the Atlantic from a vast Canadian air base under preparation, one of the world’s largest and most modern.
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