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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 21, 1939

Page

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Tokyo Deadlock Over Tientsin Talks Deepens

Tokyo impasse persists as British Ambassador Sir Robert Craigie and Japanese Foreign Minister Arita fail to bridge gaps on the Tientsin incident. Tokyo papers portray widening divergences, with Britain’s policy stance under debate. Chinese officials press Britain to uphold noncompromise on core terms while wary of Japan’s aggressive posture.

Anesa Tokyo Sir Beli Arita Tientsin Skritish United Press Perneipel Arite Britain Robert Craigie Lie Aria Pawe Vrul Thentala Goutch Mr. Chamberlain Thontain Ia Japan Chungming

Turkish Mission Oer London Inquiries

A Turkish mission arrived in London to study air defence against attacks from within and external threats. Lord Privy Seal and minister for Civil Detention hosted high level talks with British officials, including interviews with Air Reality Precautions Department staff and regional control room representatives.

London Weaneaday Gunn Anderson Lord Privyeal Miniater

World Abty adhe arrangement mends ve a new policy

A readable fragment mentions an arrangement and policy in a global context with names and places unclear. The text references a plan affecting families and communities and hints at negotiations or changes. Further specifics are unreadable in the OCR snippet.

Ny Surfah

Anglo Soviet Pact Talks Reported By British News

British officials say talks on a possible Anglo Soviet pact continue with cautious optimism. No formal agreement has been announced as ministers weigh strategic implications and potential military alignments in the region.

Measures for New Zealand Defence Programme Outlined

The government outlined a five year Navy plan costing around 4,780,000 for refitting facilities and expanding personnel within seven years. It also announced purchase of Vickers Wellington bombers for coastal operations and 260 training reconnaissance planes. Air Force spending is put at 25,000,000 with expenditures on weapons and facilities around 700,000.

Wellington New Zealand Jones Wnter

Washington Fears Of European Crisis

Washington reports from The Times correspondent describe heated neutrality discussions at the White House. Senator Borah challenged reports cited by Hull and Roosevelt, warning of crises in Europe and urging decisive neutrality legislation by Congress.

Washington the Times White House Senator Borah Borah Department of State Hull Carney Senate Binphen Rappevelt White Hole

AID FOR BRITISH SHIPPING IN PARLIAMENT DISCUSSION

In the House of Commons Oliver Stanley argues for Shipping Assistance Bill amid wartime fears of reduced trade. He cites risks of Britain becoming an island and calls for immediate shipbuilding support, to counter foreign competition and aid crews wages amid Japanese coordination concerns. The amendment fails 24 to 18.

London Marchant Japan Oliver Stanley House of Commons My. Stanley Britain Yar Froud Manuel Shinwell Une

German Refugees Fearful On Liner Lyse Arrival

Six young Germans aboard the liner Lyse frightened refugees by a suspected German Secret Police presence. British authorities reported the refugees grew uneasy once South Africa was reached, fearing their conversations would be reported home. The German left the ship unnoticed.

Sydney Lyse South Africa Germany

Spooner resigns from N S W cabinet after budget faked claims

In a surprising move Mr Spooner quits the New South Wales cabinet amid contentious disputes over the budget’s honesty and state finances. He says constraints within the cabinet and disputes over finance policy led to his departure, with his deputy leadership role and works portfolio affected. The premier and government sources describe the resignation as sudden and tied to broader budget tensions.

Mx Spooner Mt. Mtevans Vile Slate Uneire

Flour Tax Hiked To Six Pounds From Tomorrow

Sydney dispatch reports the flour tax rising to six pounds per ton from tomorrow morning. The measure, announced in a declaration by Commonwealth Treasurer Mr Casey, follows a rise previously noted at 28/10 within the same period.

Sydney Tomorow Casey

Air tense at Danzig amid rising German military prep

Berlin reports indicate Germany will field up to 2,000,000 men by August as troops move around Danzig. Dispatches say reinforcements totaling several thousand have arrived to guard the city against Polish forces, with authorities protesting interference in customs and law enforcement.

London Weilnestny Berlin Germany Andreey Ace Linn

Lang Labour Party Executive Requisition Rejected

A requisition for a special meeting of the Lang Labour Party executive to decide August unit conference plans was rejected today on several grounds including incomplete information and incorrect details. The action aimed to reconsider the division's stance prior to the August gathering.

Ydney Lang Labour Party Voraider

Turbulent riots in Tel Aviv trigger curfew and warnings

In Tel Aviv neighborhood clashes left five Aruba residents killed and several injured. Authorities imposed a curfew after the unrest, with warnings issued to deter further violence and protect residents. Police presence escalated to restore order.

Jarubalem Thurdday Aruba Elegat Tel-Aviv

News in Brief Athlete Becomes Priest

The Rev. Janes Carlan, a famed Australian champion and printer, will be ordained priest at Saint Patrick's Cathedral on Sunday. Also notes on Middle East defences, naval tow completion, notable sportsmen deaths, university inquiry, and various Australian civic updates.

Janes Carlan Pries Patrick

Alleged Budget Faking Charge Sparks Urgent Motion

Deputy Opposition Leader Mr J. Baseley moved a question time urgent motion in the Legislative Assembly alleging that a government budget statement had been faked. The Prime Minister declined an immediate full statement, prompting calls for a Public Accounts Committee inquiry and a formal investigation into the report published in the press.

Baseley Ittreng Penn Ger Badetey Sr Baddeley Atalementallegen Public Accounts Committee Baldeley Dadiley Meares Bane Gere A. Lloyd Claw Hilar Sion Uae Sloverie Parhamen Rtn Cepa Nitty

Cabinet Divided Against Itself in Weakened Government

Fragmented report shows a divided cabinet amid calls for action. A speaker condemned the government’s handling of unemployment and debt while urging swift policy reforms to aid 200,000 men women and children on relief rolls.

Stevens Sovernment Mi Hofteen Tun EU Tonnu

Premier Explains Big Deficit and Budget Struggles

The article reports on a parliamentary session where Premier Breyens explains a large deficit amid drought, high prices, and global economic uncertainty. It notes differing regional impacts in Victoria and Tasmania, mentions South Australia and Western Australia, and references opposition figures criticizing budget choices and fiscal plans. The piece highlights calls for balance, concerns over revenue, and the adjournment of the house without a decisive budget resolution.

Breyens VNU Brent Doe Miraller Victoria Tanmania Wein Australie Quacualand Maine Vietorne South Australia

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