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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 07, 1939

Page

1

Annexations Reveal Large Increase in Germany War Resources

The half yearly report of the Reichskredit Gesellschaft shows a remarkable rise in Germanys potential war resources through the annexation of Sudetenland. It notes dominant mineral supplies, rising adverse trade with Australia, and strained economics including grain and fat reserves, with Australia blamed for half the Reichs adverse trade balance and currency issues. The report also covers migration policy and refugee intake, describing interviews and control measures at Ottawa and Canberra.

Berlin Germany Sudetenland Reichskredit Gesellschaft Territorial Australia Itch America Bruce Canberra House Australia House Trty Canada Colonisation Department Ottawa Ontey

Roosevelt lead Britain supports Chamberlain public endorsement

London reports show Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain praising President Franklin D. Roosevelt for his congressional message and signaling closer Anglo American cooperation. British press notes the gesture as a bold front in facing international issues with the United States, amid commentary on parallel actions and Japan notes.

London United States Mr. Roosevelt Neville Chamberlain Roosevelt Congress Thone Islande Dornement Amé Ann Tully Japan Britain D. Mall Chamberlain Roose Daily Herald

Ontario Premier Seeks Australian Insight on Global Problems

In San Francisco on Friday, Ontario Premier Hepauen discussed finding solutions to worldwide issues alongside Sydney, while on a voyage with a five member party from the American Museum of Natural History led by Zane Grey to study Australian waters.

San Francisco Ontario Hepauen Sydney Devovaring Australia Hapkuen Zane Grey American Museum of Natural Aatory

Consul's Arrest and Spanish Inquiry Prompt Britain to Probe

Britain orders a full inquiry into the arrest of a British consul amid Spanish Nationalist claims of improper conduct by British officials. The probe is led by Mr O Malley, Mr J N Jerram, and Sir Wasey Sterry, with cooperation sought from Madrid, Burgos, and San Sebastian authorities, as formal charges remain disputed and access to detainees demanded.

London Spain Ign. Becre 8 de Luz Clais Saint Jean de Jug San Bastien Burgos O'Malie d'Aglaires Saint Jean de Luc J. N. Jerram Bir Wasey Sterry Nationalite Britain Einest Golding Conmi Jerram Han San Sebastian Rattenbury Foreign Office Western Department

Franco Pressing To Tarragona In Wider Loyalist Retreat

The Burgos Daily Telegraph correspondent reports Franco’s forces four miles from Lerida Tarragona with a push toward Tarragona. Loyalists, warned by winter delays, brace for potential paralysis as the government calls up aging soldiers and youths to sustain the defense along the Lerida to Barcelona corridor.

London Lavallate Urge Canal Troopa Soldhage Toymmgone Segre Mtallans Tallana Lerida Tarrigona Loyallats Cervera Agualada Barcelona Franco Urgel Plait

Replanning of Sydney Programme Begins This Year

Sydney Friday reports the government intends to pror coal and replanning, with Premier Stevens stating work would start in the next budgeting year. A portion will involve the Law Courts as part of the plan.

Sydney Stevens

MR CHAMBERLAIN VISIT TO ROME AND TALKS

London reports after weeks of speculation that Chamberlain’s Rome visit will not include formal talks. Discussions are expected “over coffee cups” as Italy and France tensions loom. Evacuation of Spanish troops is urged amid concerns over European security.

London Anh Musslit Chambarlain Spain Europe Ita Chamberisain Taly France Djibouti Rome Paria Suring South Pussy Telegraph Mr. Chamberlain Ttaly Tull

Faith in Mr. Chamberlain in New York speech

In New York the newly appointed Aritiah Conwul General defended Mr. Chamberlain. He described him as an Englishman who spoke for England and argued that negotiation and agreement can achieve what war could never.

New York Aritiah Conwul Haggart Chamber of Commores

Crisis in Japan opposition to China objective

Tokyo Thursday reports that Japan faces an unprecedented crisis in its history as Premier Baron Hiranuma states after the first Cabinet meeting that Japan will pursue its predecessor's policy toward China. He asserts national resources should be concentrated to achieve the objective, while the press views the ministry as a continuation of the old and predicts a short life for it.

Tokyo Japan Baron Hiranuma China Presa Ikeda Ie

Japanese Premier Rejects Fascist Plot Claims

Prime Minister Hiranuma denies reports of fascist backing while stating the government will not sever political channels. He signals willingness to accept a parliamentary constitution and downplays supposed mobilization against dissent.

Tokyo Noforce National M. Hiranuma

Soft drinks defence accepted by court in Melbourne case

A Port Melbourne Court heard a drunken and dis orderly man plead not guilty after claiming a New Year party where he drank a large amount of drinks. He said the alcohol affected him and the charge was accepted, with the defence reportedly applying.

Melbourne Port Melbourne

Three Czech experts to resume London talks on reconstruction credit

Prague Correspondent reports three Czechoslovak finance specialists arrive in London to restart negotiations begun before Christmas. They seek 20 million pounds in reconstruction credit while German influence rallies opposition and urges adoption of anti Jewish expropriation measures. Czechoslovakia faces pressure to align with Germany four year plan, limit Czech industry, and convert the country into an agrarian food reservoir for Germany.

London Prague Teleraph Germany Czechoslovakia Cech

Refugee Migration Debate In Australia Probed

A parliamentary petition by the Australian Associated Press editor examines methods Australia uses to handle immigrants and refugees from Central Europe, highlighting contemporary policy questions and public concern.

London Grithiam Te Aus Europe Australian Associated Press

Pig Iron for for Japan Prime Minister's Reply

Newcastle Friday Mayor Alderman Jennery tr Aight received a telegram from the Prime Minister replying to an appeal to prevent the Destruct from being brought to Newcastle. The telegram stated inquiries suggest the master of the ultraman should remain in Port Kombin for the time being. The aide said it was at least satisfactory that the Prime Minister had investigated the attention.

Newcastle Jennery Tr Aight Port Kombin Aid Jenner

Evacuation plan urges house to house census for child shelter

A government circular advises local authorities to start immediate house to house surveys of available accommodation for children in case of war. Householders may volunteer, payment will be made per child housed, aiming to secure shelters for up to 3,000,000 school children. No child will be moved without parental consent.

London Condon Silat

Sensation at Ranpur Calcutta riot erupts near palace

A threatening mob from the Arrow of members of the ilingal Pre Traunda potion organization gathered at Ranpur near Calcutta. Major Reginald Bast-Gatta and Oriana officials urged restraint but the crowd surged toward Major Buall Gette. He fled in defense as top men were pushed away. The mob injured and two were shot.

Calcutta Mraay Ranpury Ilingal Pre Traunda Reginald Bast Gatta

Daladier Departs for Algiers in Tunisian Dispatch

The French Premier M. Daladier left for Algiers where he will arrive Friday and depart that day for Marseilles. A local Arsh Sheik greeted the premier and declared Salam’s Protector, saying only France is needed.

Bizerta Tunisia M. Daladier Algiers Marnelites Arsh Sheik Daladier Mussolini Salam France

Air Service Melbourne tweaks Adelaide Darwin schedule

The Minister for Civil Aviation announced approval for a change in the Adelaide service operated by Curie Airways Martine. The southbound flight will leave Darwin at 6 45 am and arrive in Adelaide at 6 20 pm the same day with no change to the current daytime timetable. Overnight stops will be maintained on the word trips but the summer timetable is under review for potential night flying on the southern route.

Melbourne Thorby Adelaide

Stop Work Meeting Mooted at Wollongong Harbor

The British steamer Daltrain remains at the jetty while plans to call a stop work meeting along the South Coast are prepared. An attempt to load pig iron for Japan was not made, and no loading occurred at present.

Wollongong Japan Bouth

Heat wave tightens grip as Crm terre records high

Crm terre residents endured another hot day as the mercury rose near record levels. The Agta meteorological station logged the day’s peak temperature underscoring a continuing heat wave and warmer conditions across the region.

Terre Dogromn Agta Ceteorological Station

Young Man Swallows Poison In Dramatic Farewell

In Byndney a 24 year old man identified as Thomas Harold Kerhaven spoke to his landlady and a 16 year old girl, saying he would not be here long. He lifted a bottle to his lips and struggled to stop himself from swallowing poison as onlookers watched in shock.

Bydney Thomas Harold Kerhaven

Industrial Leader Alleges Lang Labor Ties to Government

In Sydney Priday reports an allegation that the Lang Labour Party mobilized new campers and manipulated unity talks to wreck negotiations. The speaker also claims Mr Lang collaborated with the Government to push legislation harmful to workers.

Sydney Priday Lang Labour Party Tuatslal Haffron Lang Jind

Recruiting Minister Supports Cabinet Policy

Recruiting Minister backs cabinet policy confirming the government’s plan for voluntary recall and recognizing the interpretation of writs. He reiterates commitment without equivocation to the party line and emphasizes support for the government’s broader agenda.

Bourke Endures 21st Consecutive Heat Wave Day

Sydney reports Inland New South Wales remains under a severe heat wave as Bourke registers over 100 degrees for the 21st straight day. If heat persists for several more days, the record will be extended.

Sydney New South Wales Bourke

Defence programme progress in munitions supply continues

The government reports satisfactory progress in defence plans. Mr Street notes five key stages reached, including doubling output of heavy work and production of mobile aircraft guns. Ammunition for heavy artillery has advanced to new stages, aligning with Commonwealth needs and aiding other Dominions.

Street

In Brief Anniversary Bay Sydney

Anniversary Day set to be observed on Monday January 90. Several garbled items reference a hotel fire a Supreme Court appointment and other unclear events with names and places damaged by OCR.

Anniversary Bay Sydney Chiat Mr. Gollan

PEA PEAEE LS ARS COMPRAR SAT OE

Fragmentary OCR text provides no clear names places or events. Unable to extract a coherent news item or entities for a factual headline and summary.

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