Britain Conducts Nationwide Air Raid Defence Drill Amid Blackout
London Sunday witnesses Britain s grand air raid defence test with 15 counties darkened from midnight 6 4 am as air raid reconstruction volunteers manned centres under wartime supervision. Explosions lit the night near Olkeatone while fire tents and water pumps were shown. Patrols used lights off and trains sheltered windows, with air raid alerts and wireless beacons tested across the Thames defences.
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RAF Training Flights to France Highlight Non Stop Routes
The report outlines RAF training flights to France from London with aims to cover the route over French airspace and back. It notes plans to practice over restricted areas and mentions an agreement detailing the training objectives and non stop operation to improve pilot routines.
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France
London
Danzig Situation Eases Under Balkan Tensions
London reports growing belief that Hitler aims to settle the Danzig issue by war while Polish spokesman insists Danzig stay outside Reich frontiers within the Polish Customs area. Balkan flashpoints rise as Romania Yugoslavia fear German aid to Hungary and Bulgaria. Berlin notes Bulgaria Italy Germany friendship and sympathy for regaining lost territories.
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Hungary
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Times
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Turklar
Atlantic Air Service Inaugurates Northern Routes
The Yankee clipper launched Atlantic Air Service inaugurating northern airways from New York to England via Canada, Newfoundland and Ireland with a departure at 1.8 a.m. Bester standard time.
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Ireland
National Call for Reform of Constitution by Curtin
The speech by Hon. Curtin of the Federal Labour Party argues for strong national authority, urging the Commonwealth Parliament to enact constitutional amendments. He reflects on Australia’s founding, the 49th referendum anniversary in New South Wales, and the need to harmonize national legislation with expanding state reforms. The piece cites key figures in early federation and stresses adapting the constitution to meet national challenges.
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Byrd Plans Antarctic Bases Under Roosevelt Policy
Rear Admiral Byrd, guided by Roosevelt, will lead a 22 man expedition in three ships to establish bases in Antarctica. The plan covers 679,000 square miles of claimed territory and runs for a year with bases near the 190th meridian. Costs cited include a per head debt impact and potential national implications for the Commonwealth.
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Australia
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Britain mobilises resources for overseas investments
The Treasury moves to mobilise Britain's 3.7 billion pounds of overseas investments for emergency use. Ty asks the Association of Investment Trusts to declare the total value of foreign holdings. Insurance companies plan similar arrangements. Early stock moves followed unconfirmed rumours of a Russian pact, highlighting market sensitivity to geopolitical signals.
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Tennis honours Bromwich after Wimbledon miss
Sunday report notes Bromwich’s chance to beat Wimbledon winner as proof of his status as top player. Landon’s victory over Bromwich is seen as dampening his claim, with Bromwich and Quist doubting doubles success. Teammates urge Wimbledon 1940 invitation, hinting at full ambition.
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Germans in Australia rally to German national spirit
Berlin reports that Deutsche Allgemeine Zeitung notes 60,000 Germans in Australia, once divided by confessional feuds, now united under the Swastika. About 4,000 German residents assist. references to Hitler era influence, German names revived, and German-language education expanding in Sydney and towns.
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Deutsche Allgumaine Zsituni
Australia
Ttin Confirms US German Plan Amid Tense Winter Talks
Ttin confirms the United States flatly rejects German claims of a wartime expedition into the Arctic region. Germany asserts 190,000 square miles adjoining the United States, but Washington finds the claim insufficient to justify any conflict, calling for careful diplomacy this winter.
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Japan protests to France over concession incident
Japan protests to the French municipality after a Friday incident in which French marines armed with machine guns halted a parade and returned to their decorated garriapet. Utte demanded a response and threatened a blockade of the concession in Italy if France does not act properly.
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State Railways Finances Report At Weekend
Sydney reports that the Railways Department lent funds and showed improved earnings, with the deficit for the financial year reduced from feared millions to about £250,000. Commissioner Hartigan notes that the week end figures indicate earnings were about as estimated.
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London wool sales to open and rowing results
The article notes London wool sales opening with a expected market activity and price trends, mentioning a 10 percent supply change. It also reports on the Henley Grand Challenge Cup results with Canada and the United States placing, plus Mile events in London with wartime style commentary and a victorious American performance.
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Exasperated Japan vows final blow in war warning
Shanghai and Shanghai-based reports quote Japanese officials claiming mounting resolve to strike decisive blows against Chinese and British interests as the war intensifies. Tokyo asserts dominance near Tientsin while border skirmishes flare along Lake Sumer. Reports describe guerrilla activity around Shanghai and Chinese resistance amid labor and mine production pressures across Malaya and Trengganu.
Women Congress Opens in Denmark at International Equal Citizenship Alliance
In Copenhagen on Sunday the Prime Minister M. Brauning opened the Thirteenth congress of the International Butfrage and Equal Citizenship Alliance. The Australian delegation includes Mrs Beasle Rischbelen Mrs Lilian Loverell Mrs Anne Arundel Mrs Lindy Littlesonn Allan Turner and Miss Stewart. Lady Astor noted women hold special influence as peace is challenged and said liberty is the core right.
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Allan Turner
Mise Stewart
Astor
Irish Republicans claim police monitor Bandon week end pamphlet
The report states police watch Bandon buildings over a weekend pamphlet circulated in England. It claims the Republican campaign is tied to a dangerous message promising increased attacks. It notes training of men and references American and German involvement and casualty figures among LALA members.
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Planning Against Air Raids Warns of War Preparations
In a wartime briefing, Minister for Transport Mr. See ari outlined precautionary measures. The report notes plans to organize air raid defenses and civil protections, stressing orderly implementation amid evolving threats.
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Harry Bridges Charged Amid New National Tensions
Florence San Frisco reports Harry Bridges head of the Longshoremen's Association faces charges tied to un-Arctican sentiment. Authorities say the case involves national interest and potential political influence amid growing labor tensions.
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Warnat
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TALYS REVENUE ROMS AND EXPENTITURE REPORT
Fragmentary OCR text shows garbled names and phrases about revenue, expenses, a collision at Manly, a hearing on an island, a prison, and a judge or official named Mr. Jamenure. Details are unclear. likely a legal or financial news brief with multiple misread items and no coherent facts.
Japan Regrets Death of Missionaries Note Promises Damages
Ottawa reports Canada regrets the deaths of missionaries Mr and Mrs Alexander Caswell at Changteh. The Japanese note says it will investigate the bombing and arrange payment of damages.
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Birmingham honors Duchess and aviation role in defence
London set piece notes the Duchess of Kent at Birmingham celebrations praising civil aviation support for defence. It cites 40 licensed aerodromes, aircraft shortages, and the effort of industry and volunteer reserves, with Air Vice Marshal T Lelashanory praising the debt to industry and centres like Birmingham for wartime resilience.
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London
Birmingham
Duchess of Kent
Birmingham Corporation
Air
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Gepa
Birmlale
Duchess of Misberlain
Robbery Foiled by Two Farm Workers Action
Kelly Murphy and Frank Primson, both 18 from Maro, were walking along a lane when two armed men confronted them. Primson attempted to answer for money but no cash was handed over. One assailant fired into the air and both fled.
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Senators Strike Down Arms Embargo Effort
Washington reports 34 Senators oppose lifting the arms embargo as President seeks to revise the Neutrality Act. Editorials in The New York Times question strategy to isolate the United States while avoiding full engagement in any general war.
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