18 Jul 1939
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 18, 1939
Page
1
Fragmented text reports a breakdown prediction amid China negotiations. Arita demands more than Tianjin issues, plus a fundamental redeployment of British policy in China, before any concrete talks proceed. Mention of Vice Admiral Koado and British naval movements appears with unclear dates.
Fragmentary text mentions individuals possibly related to Germany and Merrie, with garbled phrases about a week in Mey Germany and interra. Core names or events are unclear, limiting precise summary. The readable bits suggest a historical note or travel reference rather than a full story.
Wellington dispatch reports at a Farmers Union conference over the weekend that growers plan to remain away from work as a protest against government policy. They warn their position is worsening and may refuse taxes and bills to counteract the squeeze.
Eight Russian planes bombed near Nalmarshan railway station inside the Manchukuoan frontier injuring four residents and destroying four carriages while setting several buildings on fire. Japan protested to Moscow. Earlier raid on Sularki station 180 miles northwest of Harbin wounded seven.
Hobart workers join a one day strike supporting a boycotts of the National Register. Long queues formed at General Post Office and other offices as cards were processed amid protests and stickers urging boycott. Police arrested several demonstrators while unions promote action in Melbourne and Kalgoorlie.
A Daily Telegraph correspondent reports that Mr AP Thommen of New Zealand was expelled from the Italian frontier province of Bolzano while on a climbing holiday. The expulsion order, issued under general directive, was executed without Thorson’s knowledge.
Munich reports Hitler hosted by Berlin as guest of honour at a reception during the Natens Art Exhibition and festivities. Russian Charge d Affaires presence drew surprise while Signor Afaffairat, minister for propaganda, attended the opening.
Sydney on Monday K Levering 96 was sentenced to years imprisonment and Luck Albert Webb 30 to 1 months in prison on two charges of housebreaking. Crown Prosecutor McMann told the jury police had information leading to the arrest at Roy Bruce master butcher’s home. Webb was seen breaking a window and caught. Levering was taken into custody after shots were fired.
Melbourne reports an informal chat between Mr Menzies and Mr Curtin about the boycott by trade unionists of the National Register. A Labour Advisory Committee meeting is planned with both Mr Mensies and Defence Minister Mr Street expected to attend. The Australian Capital Territory union stance and constitutional questions are noted.
Melbourne reports that a complaint by consular corps members about exemptions from the National Register of Men was explained by the Minister for External Affairs Sir Henry Gulletty. He said the act is comprehensive but does not include consuls, who need not register.
A Sydney report notes a manager of the Register Of fen claiming consular corps must AW the man power rag, prompting comments from Dr. Bamner the German Consul General and Dr. Host the Danish official. International law traditionally shields consular representatives from sanctions, sparking questions about Commonwealth powers to compel compliance.
The Royal Australian Navy ratings boarded ships in time to sail for morning exercises at Jervie Bay. Mr E J Wend had planned to address the men outside the Customs House but was largely ignored by the crowd. Defence Minister Street announced plans to overhaul grievances machinery for naval ratings.
Empire Chamber of Commerce Congress opened with 300 delegates praising the Ottawa Agreement as the keystone of imperial trade. Earl Dudley urged focus on expanding capacity to ease international competition and grow world markets without exploiting empire resources.
In Danzig a local war forecast looms as Germany reportedly plans a new action mid August. League Commissioner Harr Burckhardt met the Danzig Senate with Herr Greisar while Nazis await Herr Foerster return from Munich where instructions from Marr Hitler are said to have been received.
General Sir Eamilind Ironatdes will depart by air tomorrow. An official comment stated Britain will aid Poland in its military effort, confirming commitments to Poland but details are unclear due to damaged text.
A ship explosion north of the port killed eleven crew members and injured twenty six, with investigators yet to determine the cause. An inquest aboard the vessel returned an accidental death verdict as officials pledged a full inquiry.
Captain Hart marine surveyor of Mersey Dock described salvage efforts for the Thetis wreck near Tokyo London. He reported dangerous air pressure and perilous lifting operations aboard the submarine as attempts to recover the vessel faced heavy odds and eventual submergence.
Australian authorities announce deferral of plans to establish a liaison or delegation in Tokyo due to strained Anglo Japanese relations. The Commonwealth government cites potential misinterpretation as favoring Japan, while pledging to pursue Pacific region diplomacy and exchanges with the United States and China.
London diary notes Mr de Valera's cordial reception of New Zealand's Nash and colleagues. It suggests he may lean toward Empire-minded policy, with hints of plans to appoint commissioners in the dominions including New Zealand.
In Braden a Remit Cup match between Australia and London ended in a tie as Major General Lavarick won the last three holes with a decisive finish. Mr Bruce and Major General Lavarick each led at different points, producing a closely contested round.
London reports a bomb pinging the Wolverhampton railway line damaged a parcel office and shattered windows. Casualties listed include a person injured. The same dispatch notes a separate inquiry into gold shares and trade board actions, with Italian journalists expelled and a yacht missing near New Zealand. A body found in Orange and a Paddington fire incident add to the day’s brief, along with a Sydney estate probate and a fatal car crash in Kaloolorie.
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