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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 24, 1940
Page
2
A garbled report from Melbourne references officials in Sydney, urging careful actions amid wartime measures. The fragment notes government departments coordinating services and planes in a broad formation, with unclear details about targets or outcomes.
Incomplete information hampers the Commonwealth Government's plan to evacuate Hong Kong residents. Officials report lacking details on evacuee numbers and classifications. A ship's arrival to Brisbane is noted but arrangements for reception remain uncertain.
An unclear fragment notes a large wartime expense for Britain in the current year with reference to income and weekly costs. The readable text is insufficient to confirm specifics such as exact figures, dates, or named entities.
A fragmented Canberra Times submission contains garbled text and placeholder phrases. It appears to reference a Thursday edition and mentions names such as Himchan and Heese with scattered numbers and garbled punctuation, lacking a coherent news event or clear stance.
Fragmentary weather bulletin noting unclear barometer readings and temperatures. Mentions Canberra and marginal figures with likely transcription errors. No clear events or impacts stated.
In London and across ports, several defendants faced heavy penalties for statements that could induce defeatism or alarm. Cases include a West Hartlepool engineer fined for claiming German invasion plans and a post office bombing, a Wallasey clergyman fined for telling seamen Germany would dominate, and a West Scotland verdict for claiming docks were destroyed and Germans in control.
The piece analyzes Prime Minister Menzies and Opposition Leader Curtin proposing a National war ministry with Labour representation. It notes Cameron's evolving stance and argues for a broader Labour role in government to secure unity and a British victory, stressing parliamentary checks and a sustained war effort.
The King and Queen toured a Coastal Command aerodrome in London on Monday. They viewed reconnaissance photographs from raids by FLAF bombers and conducted an investiture decorating four officers including Pilot Omeer J. Reid with the Distinguished Flying Medal.
The Admiralty reports Allied and neutral shipping losses totaling 61 032 tons for the week ending July 14. Nine British ships accounted for 22 063 tons, four Allied ships for 7 835 tons, and six neutral vessels for 20 724 tons. The total edged up from the previous week while Germany claims 4 320 213 tons sunk. A Berlin dispatch notes the German High Command stating minor U boat successes of 18 000 tons.
Prime Minister Menslen reports Churchill cable praising H M A S Sydney Melbourne for sinking the Emden in the last war. State to honor the ship with a Friday holiday for schoolchildren and a coordinated education program at 2 pm led by headmasters and teachers.
War era analysis notes non party government in Japan and anticipated internal reforms led by Prince Konoye. Diplomatic observers say Yonai resignation reflects internal policy, with focus on internal changes and Japan's asserted rights in the Western Pacific, hinting at broader expansionist aims.
Arita’s April 15 public statement and June 2 grain note reveal Japan’s concern over Europe war developments affecting the Dutch Indies status quo. June 29 reaffirmation of the New Order in East Asia stressed regional destiny as a grave Japanese concern, while Toshio Shiratori’s unexpected portfolio outcome hints at shifting diplomatic priorities.
Discussion grows over Baltic States seeking union with the Soviet Union as Soviet influence expands after military occupation of Latvia Lithuania and Estonia. Analysts view a likely political union following a Russian protectorate and note pacts allowing naval access and garrisoning amid broader Soviet policy in Eastern Europe.
The Times lauds the abandonment of the Censorship Central Board and backs government policy. It argues war success depends on close mutual understanding between Government and People and stresses Parliament and press must freely critique policy as part of responsible opinion.
Fragmented OCR text suggests growing friction among Germany Russia Romania Bulgaria and the Soviet bloc over Baltic affairs Balkan entente and Romanian claims. References indicate appeals for aid to Germany and Italy and fears of wider conflict involving major powers.
The Daily Bernid reports the government has seized 50 farms and building sites in England and Wales and terminated tenancies of 156 farms due to neglect or mismanagement. The properties will be let to capable men and used for cultivation and development.
The report claims a political council in London was invaded and a high ranking official named ral Sikor ski allegedly ordered actions. The article mentions navy forces and a person named Palak dmehen. Details are fragmentary and unclear.
The London American committee for the evacuation of children urged action to release children to American families. The Children Oversees Relief Scheme reports 20,000 registration by parents seeking emigration to the United States, which is taking only a few thousand under limited sponsorship. Funds exist to cover passage and expenses, with machinery for selection and dispatch established.
Mr. Hennings introduced in the House a resolution proposing an amendment to the Neutrality Act to allow United States ships to bring British children to America.
The United States will appoint naval military and air attaches in Australia as the mission expands. The Australian government, at war, likely will not approve a full set of attachments yet. A commercial attaché will be appointed to oversee trade administration.
The Telegraph reports Dr. T. V. Soo now in the United States may head the Chungking Ministry for Economic Warfare, linking his Washington visit. Chinese banker Dr. Boong, former Minister for Finance, is also noted in the story.
Reports say Prime Minister and opposition leaders may push for a brief parliamentary sitting to set an early election date. Government officers reportedly scheduled a one week session, with possible postponement to align with constitutional requirements and electoral rolls updates.
In Melbourne on Tuesday Prime Minister Menzies declined to comment on Cameron's speech to the Federal Country Party, saying he had not yet considered the matter of holding an election. The report notes no definite stance as discussions continue.
Discussions are described as preliminary between the Stea Race No ceern ment and the Government of New Caledonia with Pat ney of Le Societe Le Rie mining company mentioning Australia’s desire for a close connection. The New Caledonia people reportedly want to join the Allied effort, sentiment reflected by calls for direct involvement despite distant administration.
A Daily Telegraph Cairo correspondent details Haile Selassie’s covert arrival in the Sudan after a dramatic flight from Malta to Alexandria and ashore in darkness. The Emperor, cloaked and calm, was taken to a yacht for medical care and rapid transport, exchanging pleasantries with British officers.
The Cairo Telegraph reports a military demand for Egyptian wheat leading to shortages and reliance on imported grain. About 700 000 tons were imported last year to meet local needs as orders continue, with expectations of further imports and price adjustments.
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