British Pressure on Italy Signal Tunisia Ambitions
The article reports British pressure on Italy amid Mussolini's Tunisia aims, with Franco-Italian war fears and Chamberlain’s annoyance at attacks. It notes Gaydain denies copying Mussolini and suggests a diplomatic game as European powers seek a firmer stance.
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Tuesda
Tunisia
Signor Gaydain
Signor Mussolini
Ler
Daily Herald
Tunis
Corsica
Nice
Chamberlain
Ineland
Italy Britain clash over Franco-Italian ties in Rome and London
Rome and London report renewed diplomatic strains as Italy rejects a broader protest link while Britain presses for clarity on Franco-Italian relations. Italy says it does not join demonstrations, and Chamberlain confirms expected visit plans to Rome January 11 to 14. Extraordinary police guard Paris for Von Ribbentrop as Berlin hints at Italian claims mediated by France and Italy.
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Lord Perth
Chamber of Deputies
Mr. Chamberlain
House of Commons
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Chamber of Dee
Rome
Lord Halifax
France
Tunis
Corsica
Nice
Mediterranean
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Journallata
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Count Ciano
Coralat
Bierament
Sasoel Lan
Paris
Herr von
Ribbentrop
MM. Zay
Berlin
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Timex
von Ribbentrop
Germany
Theamsir
Italy
Axia
Naval programme of 14 ships at Cockatoo Island
The Commonwealth Government outlines defence spending in a revised three year plan. It envisages construction of 14 naval vessels at Cockatoo Island and expands an air and naval base at Port Moresby. The package increases the defence budget from £15,933,000 to £20,548,000, with broader industrial and military commitments including a 16 squadron air force and 212 aircraft. The report details continued naval vessel production, shipyard employment, and related military upgrades for the next three years.
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Rhein
Bataane
Couretan
Gunn
Fer
Townsville
Queensland
Port Moresby
Defence funding expands as Australia plans vast mobilization
The Commonwealth Oil Advisory Committee and government announce extensive defence mobilization. Navy stores, oil fuel reserves, ship provisioning, and mine production will rise. Army and Air Force budgets grow, with new bases, squadrons, and depot expansions. Independent panels will study industrial mobilisation, manpower, and private industry emergency measures while inviting state co operation and a national conference in the new year.
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Aectana
Man Power
Commonwealth and
Btate
Adequate Naval Power and Empire Cooperation
Daladier spoke of Corsica and Tunis visits in January and warned that Australia cannot defend alone. Britain remains the Empire’s anchor, with Singapore as a strategic base, while Australia weighs capital ships and submarines. Naval expert opinion opposed submarines for coastal defense. cost and lead times push pursuit of docking facilities and accelerated escort and patrol vessels to 1940–41.
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Street
Tiwan
Ital Abi
Sydney
Australia
Canberra
Pacific experimental star system in service and naval build up
The text discusses British wartime policy and preparations, highlighting experimental star systems, tribal destroyers, and expansion of naval construction at Cockatoo Inland Dockyard. It notes emphasis on troops, arms, ammunition, and training, with lessons from the September Crisis and the need to expand peacetime efforts during potential emergencies.
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Australia
German Plane Downed Off Tokyo as Fishermen Rescue Crew
A German Condor crash near Tokyo left four occupants rescued by fishermen and six U.S. amphibians survivors, with two others remaining. The report notes salvage potential and discusses Australia's mobilization and defense plans, emphasizing rapid militia buildup to 70,000 and strategic focus on protecting key areas while the air force and small craft operate from bases.
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Tokyo
United States
Faherman
German Crises Polish Designs May Be Hurried
Reports suggest unsettled European tensions as German and Polish plans clash amid uncertainty about reliable information. The public mood grows chaotically anxious as authorities scramble to assess the strategic impact in Central Europe.
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