27 Jul 1939
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 27, 1939
Page
1
Tokyo reports progress at the three day foreign ministers meeting with China Britain tensions over pledges. Arita told Cabinet the session advanced on Tientsin maintenance and order and that further economic talks will follow. Japan signals the Anglo Japanese pact applies to China not occupied areas and hints at Canton River actions.
In Sydney the censure debate in the Legislative Council features Premier Stevens and former Minister Spooner trading denials over budget manipulation. Spooner denies alleging faked budget details, while Stevens defends his stance and calls for parliamentary scrutiny.
A Chinese spokesman expresses disappointment with Britain and other powers for permitting arms invading forces in China. The government vows to urge authorities to refrain from provocative measures and to uphold treaties and justice. Britain affirms non abandonment of its rights and notes it will act within existing commitments, including to support China’s defense and stability at Tianjin.
The Daily Telegraph reports a British protest from Shanghai alleging the preliminary Tientsin agreement would let Japanese forces control British operations in China. The tone suggests betrayal and demobilisation fears, with warnings of concessions to Germany and calls for a clear, lawful outcome.
The Times reports Britain debates secrecy on the Chinese currency stabilization fund and exchange measures while considering supplementary votes for transport and opium. An Australian correspondent notes tensions in Bunwal Tenghi. the Chinese deny troop involvement but cite a school found headless, and Mr. He Rone, head of the Municipal Health Department, was released after arresting over 125 officials of international sanitary services.
London diplomatic reporting says Britain may seek a fresh angle to resolve the deadlock among Britain France and Russia over an anti aggression pact. The government has sent instructions to Sir William Leeds to push a joint military political approach. Talks would include naval representation while emphasizing both military and political aims to secure immediate action.
Paris reports the court orders gold valued at 8 million pounds returned to the Bank of Spain at Burgos. The gold, carried to France for safekeeping by the Republicans, is designated the sole legal Spanish Government banking asset.
Tokyo declares reinforcing divisions after renewed trouble on the Manchukuo border. Soviet shells were reported on the frontier while Japanese artillery bombarded the Soviet position along the Ishsa River’s west bank throughout the day.
Tokyo reports that Japanese forces north of Hankow trapped about 30 000 Chinese troops during a Tuesday offensive. Aircraft support aided advances along the Pekin Hankow railway as a second force maneuvers to cut off the Chinese retreat.
Secretary of State announces U S will hold Japan accountable for closing the Canton River and damaging property. Foreign Relations Committee to consider a resolution to implement the 1911 Commercial Treaty within six months. Senator Pitman supports the move toward an arms embargo and Senate backing grows amid anti Japan sentiment. Public opinion favors immediate embargo against Japan.
Britain's government agrees to use Export Credit Guarantee facilities to aid New Zealand in financing UK imports. A principal line of credit up to £5,000,000 may be opened to NZ for defence and related preparations, with short term facilities up to £4,000,000 for exports from the UK to New Zealand outside government channels.
London Tuesday reports the British Government offering to guarantee Poland export credits of £8,000,1100 to buy defence materials in Britain. John Simon says talks with Poland covered two main points and possible further adjustments between Polish arrangements and government departments. Discussions consider a cash loan by Britain and France, but no agreement yet on terms or timing for necessary legislation.
The Army Council sends a message of appreciation to General Haining on his pension and relinquishment of command in Palestine and Trans Jordan. It notes the difficult situation and the crucial role of British troops in curbing disorders amid danger and hardship, warmly praised by officers and Allied personnel.
An exchange at a May cabinet meeting prompts Mr Spooner to ask for information on accounts. He later contemplates retirement, but the Premier urges him to stay. Discussions touch on budget projections, ministerial letters, and the pace of treasury preparations.
The exchange centers on Mr Spooner urging the USAP meeting resume. Mr Davidson criticizes the timing as crucial to aid the unemployed. The Speaker calls order as Spooner threatens to address the House if the meeting is not held.
Kingsley Wood announces Imperial Airways and French partners have agreed on a joint service plan sharing resources and receipts for an expanded London Paris route. The deal covers cross-Channel flights and Antarctic territory patrols, signaling stronger Anglo French aviation cooperation amid wartime consolidation.
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