02 Feb 1939
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 02, 1939
Page
1
Fragmented OCR text discusses appeasement policy and defence in Britain, mentioning peace time levels and references to 1938 forecasts, naval focus, and London landmarks. however the readable portions are incoherent and contain many garbled terms. The article hints at policy context without clear events or names.
English politicians quoted condemn German aims with no concession offered. Hubbard Dawson argues Britain has no room to cede overseas claims while Lord Riversdale notes German demands gain sympathy abroad. Bennett accuses officials of theft. Berlin's restraint is urged as a violation of international order.
The Air Ministry teased a two seat monoplane fighter named Behan aimed at 400 mph, claimed faster than contemporary Spite and UPL models. Details indicate procurement plans through Hullton Paul and Wolverhampton facilities, highlighting unprecedented speed for naval air power with few qualifying 2 000 mph contenders.
Telegram from Shanghai and Peking reports Chinese and Japanese forces continuing operations near coastal zones and inland fronts. General Wo Pel Kay publicly stresses formal armistice talks while press notes indicate ongoing clashes and strategic moves, with cautious hope for a peace settlement.
Fragmentary report notes Mussolini expected to address a rally in Rome from Palins Venesta with a 1220 time reference. Mentions propaganda claims about Hitler’s speech and a planned celebration by a militia foundation amid wartime conditions.
In London the Prime Minister stated Britain stands ready to contribute to European peace when conditions allow. He cited talks with Mussolini showing Britain and France must cooperate, defended non intervention in Spain, and warned against a crisis sparked by Hitler. He pressed for balanced Anglo French ties and noted Italy’s peaceful aims and Spain’s civil conflict ongoing.
In the House of Commons Sir John Simon outlined plans to compensate civilians for losses from sea and air bombardment using public funds. He proposed standard compensation levels matching soldiers and a marine war risks scheme covering goods between ship and warehouse plus insurance of essential commodities.
President Roosevelt tells the Senate Military Affairs Committee that the United States views France as a natural frontier of American democracy against dictatorships. He warns world conditions are grave and urges secret discussions to avoid harming the American people while outlining limited arms aid plans.
American traders report in London that U S input on wheat policy will likely postpone the wheat conference until April. A sub committee met with representatives from Brain Australia Hungary Romania France Russia Argentina and Germany to discuss the program and potential sessions.
Report from Jerusalem notes unrest in January with casualties among Arabs and British troops. Mentions French side limits and a claim by Mr. Butler that Spain will regain independence after the war. Parliament adjournment motion passes 280 to 18.
Berlin morning papers give prominence to Mr Chamberlain's speech focusing on Germany while largely ignoring armament. The limitation proposal appears only as a preliminary step toward general appeasement.
Melbourne reports outline a large scale program to expand aircraft production in Australia to support the empire and air force needs. Minister for Defence Mr Street outlined aims during a visit, noting industrial resources and potential Hobart discussions on a national program.
A high official explains Hitler's Reichstag pledge that Germany would fully back Italy if it enters war. It is assumed Italy would bear the burden of aggression and repair damages if she becomes the aggressor.
The bodies of Thomas Brown and Dorian Brown were found at their Chellywell station home after a collapse. An unidentified child is missing. authorities believe the Browns were killed when the dwelling collapsed. Communications in the area have been restored by pedal wireless systems.
Clyne Williams of Coledale, a stock inspector for the Department of Agriculture, was fined a sum today at Grafton Court for igniting inflammable material in grass lands. An appeal will be lodged.
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