02 Dec 1938
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 02, 1938
Page
1
A fragmented note describes a council organizing a library event with a headmaster overseeing book arrangements and classes. It mentions a college or school group, a dance, and a caterer, but many details remain unreadable.
London dispatch reports the French general strike a total failure due to government measures and weak aims. Daladier strengthens authority as deputies may accept decrees while socialists and communists face setbacks. incidents in Lille and Toulouse accompany broader economic and political tensions across Europe.
Wellington, Thursday. Facing a persistent London funds decline due to heavy imports, the Government may implement import controls or, alternatively, raise duties or adjust exchange rates to bolster the balance.
Berlin reports fifty prominent political figures arrested by the secret police amid signs of dissent. They face charges of preparing high treason by urging workers to protest. Among those detained are former Nuremberg Lord Mayor Luppe, ex Social Democratic leaders Kuensller Brill and Brass, with many ex-concentration camp inmates.
Seven former Lang Executive members now aligned with the Industrialist Group petition the Federal Executive to convene a conference of both sections in New South Wales. They propose the conference base on Curtin's five unity points as the framework.
In Hongkong on Wednesday reports state Japanese forces have pulled back from the British border and are marching toward Canton. Observers believe the Japanese aim to avoid further friction and seek calmer front lines.
German Condor plane arrives at Tokin 46 hours 42 minutes after leaving Berlin, claiming a new record for the Berlin Tokin flight. Filers report a record 8700 miles in 42 hours, marking a notable long distance air record.
Rome reports Foreign Minister Count Ciano said Italy would mobilize 800000 additional troops to fight Germany if war had occurred in September. He cited Lord Perth’s call for Duce intervention and Mussolini’s plea to Berlin for 24 hours delay, terming the message a safeguard for humanity. Demonstrations followed in parliament and streets over Italian Tunisian aims.
Report from London notes speculation on the implications of Count Ciano's speech. Paris papers accuse prearrangement behind the speech and demonstration. L Oeuvre cites a German Arena article claiming Germany backs Italian claims to Savoy and Nice, ceded to France in 1860.
Prague reports the cabinet steps down following Dr. Tacha’s election as President. Dr. Hudolf Beran, former Agrarian Party leader and head of the Party of National Union, is tipped as the new Premier. He is pro German.
Lord Hurley in London warned that restoring Germany's colonies could fracture the empire unless it clearly guards peace or avoids costly war. He argued only two justifications exist for colonial return a war-avoidance guarantee or a robust European peace accord. Dr Goebbels in Jaedern dorff attacked Britain saying Berlin would not refrain from intruding in British internal affairs.
Britain dispatches a further note to Burgos demanding an immediate answer after General Franco's nonresponse to the demand for release of two Greek grain ships. The seizure signals belligerent rights in defiance of the Non-intervention Committee. Chamberlain states Palma reports ships not yet released but the error admitted.
Port Kembla waterside workers face possible action under the Transport Workers Act after refusing to load the steamer Dalphram with pig iron for Japan. A Sunday conference of labour groups will decide on support for the men, with Waterside Workers Federation general secretary Healey expected to attend alongside Iron Workers and the Sydney Trades and Labour Council.
The Attorney General Mr Menzies denied that the Federal Government refused permission to export pig iron to Britain. He stated B H Proprietary Co Ltd had contracts for 23 000 tons to be shipped to Japan before end January, with no current contracts beyond that. Exports need no permission and the government would review the overall position if exports rise.
The Imperial Conference approved a plan to shape a new order in the Far East. Japan believes heavy fighting may end, while the Nanking Congress denounces Chiang Kai Shek and Chinese leaders and urges a federal system. Ambassador Horinouchi warns peacetime Pacific stability relies on U.S.-Japan cooperation as ties tighten.
In the House of Commons Mr Chamberlain confirmed plans for a Rome visit to continue personal engagement with Signor Mussolini after meeting him in Munich. The exact date was not fixed and he hinted the trip could have beneficial effects, while deferring any disclosure of topics to be discussed.
Under Secretary for Foreign Affairs Mr Butler told the House of Commons that Britain cannot accept the Japanese rationale for keeping the Yangtse River closed to British shipping. Further representations have been made by the British ambassador in Tokyo.
Grynazpan appeared before the examining magistrate charged with shooting von Rath. He said YT did not intend to kill, apologized for death, and claimed Streicher's Der Sturmer articles provoked him. He stated he had never used a revolver before and was upset by anti Semitic newspaper content.
The text argues for creating an air force sufficient to defend national borders, protect trade routes, and uphold international responsibilities. It also calls for cooperation in defending four allied territories if war occurs.
Wellington reports consumers to pay an extra 2d per lb for butter under fixed government prices. First grade butter retailing at 1/6 per lb. In Sydney the wheat bill moves to aid the grain industry with funds for wheat production. Helsinki notes a court ruling that dissolving the Fascist Party was illegal as the group resumes activity.
Berlin reports Germany's first aircraft carrier, 18,250 tons, with 16 six inch and 10 four inch guns, launches December 4 at Kiel. Goering vows future naval offensives in the Atlantic, with high speed carriers attached to fleets and more under construction. London notes Ark Royal commissioning in December and five more carriers planned to boost fleet air arm to 270 planes.
Sir Oswald Mosley, leader of the British fascists, confirms in Action that reports of his December marriage to Diana Milford in Munich are correct, while noting a later birth and denying a Munich wedding. Reuters and other sources provided additional overseas intelligence.
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