12 Dec 1939
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 12, 1939
Page
1
Cardinal Hinaley declares Britain fights for the defense of spirit, justice, freedom and rights against Germany and Russia in today’s war. He warns that domination and racism threaten all who value liberty and lawful order.
The report notes a smaller wheat harvest with reduced exports and shifting balances. It mentions Hungary and Germany among nations affecting supply, with large quantities and rate changes influencing global markets. The passage implies state actions to adjust demand and price through quotas or exchange measures.
London reports that British Expeditionary Force units have joined French troops along the Maginot Line, fighting under French command. Detail notes patrols, shelling without British casualties, and a high level visit by royal messengers to inspect fortifications as Berlin alleges Turkey seeks Captain von Papen’s recall amid tensions with the Soviet.
London Sunday report quotes Mr Attlee, Labour Party leader, saying the party distrusted the government’s capacity to mobilize the country for the war against Germany and to secure a satisfactory peace, reflecting opposition concern over leadership.
Reports from London say Russia seeks Estonia to honor a mutual assistance treaty signed three months ago. The piece recounts Soviet Finnish defense, Nazi and Allied reactions, and mentions Soviet claims of Finnish resistance aided by Britain and France amid heavy fighting and strategic withdrawals.
A local aid drive inaugurated to support the Red Cross, aimed at assisting Betti A tind vlnaden in Rodervonoctely. The effort gathers volunteers and donations from community groups as part of a broader relief drive.
An editor faces a royal commission inquiry amid statements about alleged parliamentary corruption. Justice Gavan Duffy signals potential action and the commission weighs whether to refer the matter to competent authorities if McGuinness refuses to answer questions or withhold evidence.
In a dispute at the Sydney club Paton sues for £400 damages after a wrongful expulsion. Gibson Paton and others challenge the directors who voted to expel, alleging improper motive. A stay of proceedings was granted amid disputed evidence and outcomes.
London reports show division over restoring Soviet membership in the League. Britain and France weigh punitive steps. China, Russia and others resist broad punishment while seeking unity. Geneva correspondent notes voting uncertainty as Finland and other nations consider responses.
London reports two German aeroplanes shot down over Rudolk with casualties and smoke. RAF patrols engaged, sirens silent, casualties tallied. Prime Minister and officials monitor air alert, discussing economic transitions and wartime measures.
Ambiguous wartime dispatch notes Germans living abroad facing pressures to repatriate to the Reich. Authorities report continued delays and applications for extensions of deadlines as officials grapple with processing those nationals and arranging orderly departures.
A French paper Le Journal reports Germany intends a new peace offensive during the League of Nations session. It claims Hitler seeks to reconstitute Slovakia with Sudetenland and Poland in German zones, with Galicia as a buffer, and warns Allies may join Germany. The piece cites warnings from other papers about listening to such proposals.
Fragmented OCR text outlines a Canberra government proposal involving a resident minister position. It references Mr Minister, government, and family, with unclear dates or places due to corrupted source. Visible names and terms imply a policy shift and regional residence implications.
Readable fragments indicate last year revenue surplus improvement with figures like £67,000 and £6583,000 for October and November. Included are war expenses, defence works costs, and partial totals such as £40,821,009 for Svemitts and other unexplained items. The text is damaged and inconsistent.
Local aldermanic contest ends with Stanley Crier defeating George Parkuma by seven votes. Norman Noch and others were mentioned as figures in the tight election results on Tuesday.
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