06 Dec 1939
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 06, 1939
Page
1
Fragmented text shows garbled mentions of wartime trade with Germany and France, stock or bond like references, and references to ships and money. Several broken phrases hint at economic wartime controls, loans, and possibly a public notice or advertisement from a newspaper page. The readable items are insufficient for a coherent event, person, or place identification.
Clouds over Asia Minor frame limited fete coverage as political currents shift in the region. The article notes tensions and strategic moves affecting leaders and alliances amid uncertain public sentiment. Major actors and organizations are referenced, shaping a tense political landscape.
A battered war dispatch notes Soviet withdrawals north of Lake Ladoga with Finnish forces claiming 1,200 prisoners. Heavy fighting swirls across Karelia as Russians push toward Petamo and Tulmas while Finns guard inland routes, evacuate civilians, and deny Moscow a swift advance.
A garbled report from Stockholm describes rising costs and official measures amid public concern as authorities announce large economic shifts. The text mentions a total figure around 90,000 and references stock and mobilization actions.
Fragmentary report notes London officials considering balloons to strengthen air defences as government discussions show limited need for additional equipment. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
Report from Stockholm says a reconstruction of the Swedish cabinet is expected within days to form a new government. Earlier forecasts warned it might not survive a month and could be toppled by an organized movement uniting leaders across sections in support of Finland. Four new ministries pledged to aid Finland will assume the reins amid a Finnish intervention mood with about seventy percent of Swedes urging active involvement.
A fragmentary report notes remarks by a university official about magnetic mines and their strategic impact, comparing them to fog and other navigational hazards. The piece hints at reactions from British scientists and cross border concerns within the Edinburg University sphere and Hamburg Chamber of Commerce, suggesting tension between technological progress and maritime routes.
Tokyo reports Admiral Nomura and Foreign Minister present a tentative formula to resolve Japan U S differences in China. Grew notes no intention for war and hopes for compensation for American casualties. Some believe U S pressure on Japan may backfire, risking broader tensions with Russia and Germany.
M Molotov informed Geneva secretary of the Loma that the Revies will not participate in the Council meeting believed Russia will withdraw from the League. Germany seen in Finland's appeal and the movement to avoid Germany before the forum. Finland faithful to collective security while urging sanctions and action if Russia aggresses.
London reports Sir John Simon the Chancellor of the Exchequer met French Finance Minister Paul Reynaud in Paris to discuss closer economic cooperation for the future. Simon praised France's mobilization of 3,000,000 men with 1,600,000 in reserve, noted evacuations of 709,000 from the Barren Provinces, and expressed confidence that a new danger to the economy would soon end.
The House rejected a proposed lower tariff on woollen goods advanced by the Customs Minister Lawson. The 30 percent ad valorem and related rates faced strong bipartisan opposition from Anti-Labour and Country parties, amid claims the policy harmed decentralisation and defence production while preserving industry for clothing trade.
Royal Air Force bombers attacked Heligoland area in clear weather. One crew reported damaging a warship with hits while another aircraft claimed a direct hit on a target. A third plane said a bomber fell but crew were safe, and German anti aircraft fire was met with altitude changes during the mission.
In Bucharest on Monday police confiscated Communist and pro cabinet propaganda and a van. Prime Minister Totarescu conferred with provincial leaders to maintain order without provoking opposition. A decree bans Communist and all propaganda risking independence and calls for avoiding revolutionary influence.
The text notes customs minister remarks on woollen goods trade and tariff proposals. It mentions a 3 percent impact and varying duty rates from 2.90 to higher percentages, with local production supplying part of the demand. Details are fragmentary and partially garbled.
In a tense session the Prime Minister Mr Menzies faced a bitter exchange over army pay and government stability. Members debated forming a coalition with the Country Party as pressure mounted for a new ministry arrangement and potential reshuffle.
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