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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 01, 1939

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600000 German Reservists Called Up In Danzig Tension

Paris AGP and UP dispatches report Germany has called up 600000 reservists and moved troops toward Danzig amid rising pressure along the frontiers. Observers note troop reallocations to Carlsbad Saarland Rhineland and Rhine posts, with continued mobilization planned into July. The Berlin and Danzig correspondents cite a growing Free Corps threat and possible German preparations for action in the region.

London Germany Danzig Paris Associated Press Americ United Press French Carlsbad Essen Saar Rhineland

To Win Danzig Without War

A high government official told the Berlin representative of the British United Press that they aim to outmaneuver Hitler, claiming continued ingenuity will be used to solve the Danzig problem without war.

Danzig London Berlin Britsh United Press

France Looks to Defences in Front Line Fronteir Fortifications

Fragmented OCR note describes France focusing on defences and fortifications on the Italian frontier. Mentions troops moving through Brenner Pass and inspecting fortifications by a General. Includes garbled phrases about casualties and war dead.

Pas France Brenner Pass Stitt

Death of Lady Godley in London

Death of Lady Godley wife of Sir Alexander Godley who commanded a division of the Army Corps in the Dardanelles reported in London.

Lady Godley London Antbrnest

New Zealand Default Looms Over London Finances

London reports warn of possible default risk in New Zealand debt amid requests to adjust exchange rates and banking policies. Officials discuss sustaining regular financing for imports, creditor expectations, and economic strain from industrial downturns while considering government actions and potential support for British investors.

New South Wales Reports Large Financial Deficit

Sydney reports a deficit for the year ending June 30 amounting to 2,801,436 pounds with a possible budget adjustment pending. Treasurer Mr Mair announced last night that the figure may be revised by a sheet adjustment in the near future.

Sydney Stenecomity Mr Mair

Wellington air force plans new long range aircraft

Unclear OCR text from a New Zealand air force segment mentions Wellington and deliveries of long range aircraft. It references Tiger Moths, Math Snrpune Phe planes, reconulppancy and lighting jonties, and Vickers-Welles tor long range types. Details are garbled but indicate a push for modern aircraft production and delivery in the year.

Wellangton LN Wellingtioh Viekers-Wellestoy

Commonwealth Loans Hit By Competing Issues

A confidential Commonwealth Bank Board memorandum reveals internal market strain from competing entities. It notes insurance firms, savings banks, and superannuation trustees reducing holdings in government securities while banks cut back exposure. The report cites large shifts in government security purchases and substantial total holdings over 14 months, highlighting rising pressures on Commonwealth securities.

Commonwealth Finn Fron Te Commonwealth Bank Board Lear Cotinel Securitien Masuex Yatkesl Commonwealth Bank

Surplus May be Watered Down

The Commonwealth Government contemplates a watered surplus for the financial year ended December. The Budget shows potential funds and possible tax changes. Aiming to avoid large increases, authorities consider shifting revenue and adjust taxes while reducing some goods may lower the overall surplus.

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Dairymen Threaten Not to Pay Taxes at Wellington

Dairymen restive over taxation and guaranteed dairy prices expressed willingness to resist tax payments. Farmers at a national conference voiced dissatisfaction with government policies, seeking higher wages and relief from financial pressures.

Wellington

Roosevelt Wins Dollar Plan Clash Backing

New York Friday reports President Roosevelt winning a partial victory as the Senate and House committee agree to restore part of the devalued dollar. The administration’s Monetary Hill plan gains Senate support on June 27, setting the stage for a broader Senate vote tomorrow. If the full monetary bill fails, a 2,090,000 dollar stabilization fund would revert to general funds.

New York Roosevelt Congress Senate House of Representatives Manetary Hill Toomorrow

Australian navy no capital ship debated in parliament

The Commonwealth Government opposes purchasing a capital ship for the Australian navy arguing long build time and better use of funds for general preparedness. The Prime Minister indicated no immediate battleship orders, noting the lack of decisive strategic need and the costs involved.

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Labour Unity New State Leader Likely

Sydney report notes a Labour unity group forming around Lang, Heffron and Dunn. W. J. McKell of Redfern and W. Dunn of Mudgee are among plausible leadership nominees as an August unity conference is planned.

Sydney Langvind Heffron Pridiey Hembling Alrung Long Bury

Foreigners Help German Labour Reserves

The Labour Ministry states that German farms currently employ 37,000 Italians 2,000 Yugoslavians 12,000 Hungarians 5,000 Bulgarians 4,000 Dutch 40,000 Slovaks and many Czechs. Retail trade has been cut by one third to free a labour reserve of three and a half million with women and children untouched.

Berlin Labour Ministry

Britain Ready to Face War Warns Germany by Halifax

Foreign Secretary Lord Halifax warned Britain would not bow to force or calumnies and would accept war if necessary. He argued force shadows settlements of colonial claims and spreads envy and malice worldwide.

Britain London Foreign Secretary Lord Halifax Germany

Britain pledges and warns Germany in wartime address

Foreign Secretary Lars Halifax spoke to the Royal Institute of Industrial Waste urging unity in honoring Britain’s pledges to restore order after the war. He defended British policy abroad, cited alliances with Poland Turkey Greece and Romania, and vowed to meet aggression with all necessary force. He urged talks among nations to resolve wartime tensions and denied misrepresentations of Britain’s motives.

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Call a Halt to Aggression Says Lord Halifax

Lord Halifax asserts Britain seeks only defense and a halt to aggression. He argues isolation measures harm Germany and Europe, urging cooperation to end the crisis. He contends German autocracy and policy harm civilians, and that the path to relief rests with mutual action.

Lord Halifax on living space and force in global policy

Lord Halifax discussed Lebenstraum living spaces and access to raw materials, saying developed nations face a vital space problem not solvable by territory. He noted Germany’s immigration trend and warned force sustains envy and hostility, urging abandonment of force to ease outstanding issues. he emphasized Commonwealth responsibility on color notes.

Lord Halifax Germany

Halifax Speech Signals Peace Quest Amid Global Shifts

Lord Halifax urged peaceful settlement of colonial and world issues as Britain seeks a constructive path in a changing era. He warned that without broad will for settlement discussions could do more harm, while stressing readiness to defend order and pursue economic and political reform. The broadcast drew mixed reactions, with critics calling the speech hollow while German outlets accused Britain of hypocrisy.

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