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14 Jul 1939
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Canberra Times in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 14, 1939
Page
1
Japanese Threats to Third Powers Escalate Trade Ports
London reports a new Japanese warning endangering nationals and threatening Third Power rights. Evacuations ordered for Chuan chow Tungshan and Chaohsien as ports close by booms at p m Saturday. British notes warn Japan of responsibility for any harm. Increased Shanghai naval activity and ship redeployments reflect mounting tension.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chuanchow
Tungshan
Chaohsien
Foreign Office
At & P.m
Danzas Tension Eases Yet Warshaw Notes Still Tense
The Polish press reports a general relaxation of tension in Europe including Danzig, while stressing no fundamental easing. Gazetta Poleska contrasts 1914 Germany with today, saying both people and government sought war then, but now see no possibility of a quick victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warsaw
Europe
Danzig
Gazetta Poleska
Germany
Jewish migrants illegal return to Palestine sparks halt on immigration
The British Government suspended all ordinary immigration to Palestine for six months due to organized attempts to move illegal Jewish migrants from Poland and Romania. Colonial Secretary MacDonald said the quota would be zero during October to March and the resumption would depend on circumstances then. Sydney hospitals finances: £4,500,000 needed to place NSW hospitals in first class condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Palestine
House of Commons
Mr. MacDonald
Poland
Romania
Sydney
N.8.w
Whiter
Albert Edward Lewis
Hospitals Commission
Parliamentary Select Committee
Soviet Pact Talks Advance in Moscow
British and French negotiators to receive further instructions in Moscow soon with a possible next meeting with Soviet Premier Molotov. A Paris report says a general, perhaps Weygand, may go to Moscow to speed talks. In Commons, Prime Minister Chamberlain signaled no new detail, noting an early publication of procal proposals could cause recriminations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Moscow
M. Molotov
Foreign Office
Paris
M. Weigance
House of Commons
Chamberllain
British supply of essentials reassured in parliament
In the House of Commons Mr W B Morrison announced that stocks of essential raw materials were more than adequate for three months. In the House of Lords Lord Templemore stated there was no shortage of rifles or machine guns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
House of Commons
W. 8. Morrison
Lord Templemore
House of Lorda
Mobile Corps for Germany Formed into Single Unit
Berlin reports that the German Commander-in-Chief decreed December 18 to form motorised regiments and armoured corps into a single Mobile Corps, including 60 tank corps. The move is not tied to any sign of war activity and is described as not signaling aggression.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Germany
Naval holiday debate in Commons over cruiser plans
In the House of Commons a proposal emerged to seek US and French support to lay down eight 6 inch gun cruisers before 1942 citing German production. The Admiralty’s Parliamentary Under-Secretary stated Germany may build up to five 6 inch cruisers under the 1935 Anglo German Agreement, and no grounds exist to break the naval holiday or breach treaty obligations despite Hitler’s denouncement and intent to keep to London Treaty's quantitative limits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
House of Commons
Britain
United States
Germany
Admiralty
Shakespeare
Hitler
Espionage Triggers Tyrol Expulsion Order
Rome reports the expulsion of foreign nationals from Tyrol after espionage cases linked to western nations. The communique states Signor Mussolini is responsible for the action. Twelve Americans living in Tyrol were ordered to evacuate for similar reasons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Tyrol
Signor
Mussolini
Wool Prices Hold Firm in London Trade
Yesterday's sharp rise in wool prices continued as activity remained light with Australian offerings minimal. New Zealand crossbreds drew notable interest as 9,200 bales were offered and 8,204 found buyers, signaling steady demand in the London market.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Thuraday
Yeaterday
New Zealand
One Thousand Bombers to Fly Over France
A larger RAF air operation over France is planned with about 1000 planes and 3000 crew. French bombers will return visit Britain. The German press calls the flights provocative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Britain
Conditional Withdrawal of Boycott Clauses Noted
The ACTU executive informs the Labor Party Federal Executive that the industrial wing will not alter its boycott stance to pressure the Federal Executive. It implies all unionists must refrain from signing the Register cards to ensure conscientious objector protections and equal treatment for government factory workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.C.T.U
Labour Party
Trade Credits to Rumania and Greece Announced
The Board of Trade reports British export credits guaranteed to Romania total about £5.5 million and just over £2 million to Greece. The Romania deal was signed today by the Romanian Minister after successful discussions with Britain. The agreement covers UK purchases of cotton yarns woollen yarns and powdered wool worth £750,000 and establishes a consultative committee to resolve future trade payment issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Rumania
Greece
Board of Trade
Theritish
United Kingdom
Romania
Espionage Charge Repudiated By Foreign Official
The Under Secretary for Foreign Affairs Mr BR A Butler repudiated German charges of British espionage in Vienna. He stated there was no reflection on the Consul Mr Gainer who was expelled by the Germans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
BR. A. Butler
Britten
Vienna
Gainer
Thorby joins issue with Sir Henry Gullett
Sydney Thursday. The Deputy Leader of the Australian Country Party Mr. Thorby joins the controversy among Menzies, Sir Earle Page and Sir Henry Gullett over policy. Thorby says Gullett should be last to intervene and cites his prior Parlia ment remarks while noting a confidence vote from his electorate council. Lyons is urged to stand firm and not retreat behind fiction that criti cism harms national credit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Australian Country Party
Thorby
Mensien
Earle Page
Henr
I. Thorby
Henry Gullett
Carle Page
Menzies
Newdee
Lyons
Papal Blessings Broadcast Worldwide by Radio Decree
The Vatican announces a papal decree allowing blessings by radio to be valid for listeners worldwide. A plenary indulgence will be granted to those receiving benediction by radio under the same conditions as in person with the Pope.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vatican City
Linking Madrid With Rome in Franco-Ciano Talks
In San Sebastian on Thursday the Italian Foreign Minister Count Ciano had a two hour talk with General Franco. No communique was issued and topics remained private. The British United Press reports Count Ciano invited Franco to Rome in September.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Sebastian
Thurs
Count Ciano
Franco
United Press
Rome
Inquiry into Nazi Groups in Australia
The Commonwealth Investigation Branch will compile a report for the Attorney General Mr Hughes on alleged Nazi organisations in Austria. A leader known as No 1 and assistant No 2 are cited. Citizens are urged to furnish information promptly to help guard Australian interests. The government vows vigilant supervision of any subversive agents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commonwealth Investigation Branch
Mr. Hughes
Austria
Hughes
Australia
Commonwealth
Thetis Inquiry Hearings Describe Submarine Submergence Signals
Captain Godfrey of the accompanying tug testified during the Thetis inquiry. He ordered the signalman to ask if Thetis was fully submerging and was told to expect a red flag visible throughout. The Thetis vanished after listing and rolling, with the bow dipping as the stern sank, while a naval lieutenant doubted the motor’s balance issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Godfrey
Japanese goodwill flight crew heads for Vancouver
The Japanese Consul announced six flyers will depart Tokyo late in August on the first leg of a round the world goodwill flight sponsored by the Japanese government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vancouver
H. Henisha
Tokyo
National Register boycott looms over early election
In Perth and Sydney reports, Prime Minister Menzies and Opposition Leader Curtin signal a possible early vote. Labor officials warn the boycott of the National Register threatens democratic government, while union leaders back the AGTU boycott by a wide margin amid party tensions.
Germany Offers Trade Credits to Aid Soviet Purchases
Berlin reports Dr. Walhtatin plans to travel to Russia to finalize a £125,000,000 credit agreement for buying Soviet oil ore and wood. In Sydney a bandit looted Isabella Carroll, a 2 year old married woman, at Enfield then fled after threatening her.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Walhtatin
Russia
Sydney
Isabella Carroll
Enfield
Trade with India and other brief notices
Dons son born John Russell Bradman to Mr and Mrs Don Bradman. Perth contemplates appointing a Trade Commissioner for India. A Newfoundland flying boat arrives after eight hours’ fight from Buffalo. Australia’s Broadcasting Commission term extended to year end. Italian Blackshirts total 1,308,000 after nine months. reason not stated. Sydney Bowls presidency has two candidates for the first time. New Zealand finance minister Nash postpones departure for America after talks in London. Lord H key decries 0 percent recruit rejection rate in nutrition debate. Los Angeles reports an epidemic of infantile paralysis with 130 cases. fear of worse than 1934-35. Wellington notes Nash remains in London to resolve defence loan issues. Missing hikers near Grind Canyon located after search. Aeronautical research bids invited for Commonwealth laboratory and workshop at Fisherman’s Bend.
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