13 Jun 1940
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 13, 1940
Page
1
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A Times special from London reports Dutch resistance to German appeasement. Dutch prisoners returned home and hostages remain in German camps. Landowners refuse extra labor due to transport shortages as harvest rots while Queen Wilhelmina’s loyal subjects show courage.
The communique claims Villers Cotteres in enemy hands while Rheims and Saltte crosses in Champagne are under their control. RAF bombers hit positions from the Channel to the German frontier, targeting railways, roads, marshaling yards, and aerodromes as Italian forces mass in the Alps.
United States Steel plans a sale of surplus munitions valued at 37.61 million dollars to the British and French Purchasing Mission. The Senate approved a move to allow the Army to trade surplus military gear to manufacturers for resale to Allies, at cost. The Purchasing Mission seeks lists of war materials from Morgenthau tomorrow.
The Tuesday battle reached peak violence along the front as the enemy pressed to force a decision west of the Olme. The German drive aimed at crossing the Seine near Rouen and Vernon with smoke screens and portable bridges. French counterattacks and renewed efforts by enemy divisions, backed by tanks, occurred around La Fere Miran Fereentardenois and near the Marne. The assault extended to Vesle Ardre valleys and attempts to outflank Rheims, while Champagne saw fresh divisions south of the Aisne with counterattacks near Attigny and continued repulsals between the Aisne and Meuse.
German air and naval forces strike targets across France and Germany on the main front. Bombings hit Mannheim Neustadt Frankfurt and Volklingen smelting works while Rostock Heinkel works area and Paris is fortified as French and German units clash from the Seine to the Argonne Forest. Italian forces blow a bridge near Ventimigii. Paris fights to delay German advance as 100 divisions race toward an early decision.
The Washington, a liner carrying about 1 000 Americans from Europe, was halted off the northwest coast of Portugal by an unidentified submarine and ordered to abandon ship. Passengers and crew were sent to lifeboats before orders to resume the voyage. The ship proceeded toward Galway after confirmation that belligerents were informed of its course. Captain Manning said visibility prevented signaling the submarine.
Rumours of a Canadian invasion ripple through Ontario on Wednesday as plans emerge for the response. A figure named Mr Movies is mentioned as a potential actor in the event, amid public fear and uncertainty.
A compact report notes an expanded information network adding special sources to Renter's World Service. It highlights new intelligence and data channels, aiming to improve accessibility and reliability for users seeking diverse local resources.
The British Admiralty reports German motor boats clashed with British destroyers last night off the east coast of England. The convoy and escort continued unarmed, with no confirmed damage to the enemy and no further engagements reported.
In Palestine on the eve of the Jewish Pentecost Allied forces prepare for action with Australians, Britons, and French. Jewish prayers are offered at the Wailing Wall for safety and victory. Italians are arrested in Palestine and Haifa seizes the ship Felce after its crew deny knowledge of Italy's war status. A Jerusalem order proclaims there is no reason for panic.
Cairo reports say RAF strikes hit Italian air bases in East Libya and Italian East Africa destroying ground machines and fuel dumps. Bombing also hit bomber concentrations and depots. three RAF aircraft missing and South Africa bombers noted success at Moyale and Banda Hil with all crews safe.
Paris reports Italy says land sea and air forces bombed Malta at dawn and sunset with evident results. British raids repulsed in Cyrenaica. Evacuees from Malta and Gibraltar reach England. Malta curfew from 10 30 pm to 5 am.
The Air Ministry says RAF reconnoitred Northern Italy and bombed military targets last night. Rome issued its first air raid alarm at 1.33 am, cleared 20 minutes later, with all blackout observed and no anti aircraft fire or enemy planes heard.
General Smuts announced a government proclamation severing diplomatic ties with Italy and South Africa moves to mobilize. An Italian cargo steamer was seized at Capetown dock under court order, with police rounding up Tallang and camps militarised as Catholic opinion sharpens. Air Force targets were stated for Abyssinia.
President Roosevelt told reporters at a Washington press conference that the fleet will remain in the Pacific indefinitely. He declined to say whether any portion would be moved to the Atlantic despite the altered world situation.
Coastal Command planes attacked an enemy naval force in Trondheim Harbour. Two cruisers and one transport were hit by bombs and many other ships were seen to fall among war ships.
President Vargas proclaimed Brazil’s neutrality in the Italian and Allied wars. He praised vigorous peoples pursuing their aspirations and said Brazil is united by solidarity with the Americas, while critics saw a defense of dictatorships.
Cairo cabinet met for 33 hours to discuss Italy joining the war. Official circles say Egypt will break diplomatic relations with Italy. The Premier warned the country stands ready for any eventuality under the Anglo Egyptian treaty.
Official statement confirms the famed Polish submarine Orsal E and others have been lost at sea. Details are scarce and the search continues as authorities assess the incident.
President Roosevelt acknowledged Stop Hitler advertisements sponsored by Sam Allen White while noting he does not endorse every word. The discussion followed debate on aiding Allies with U S ships and supplies, amid War orders for 98 Northrop planes to be shipped to Canada.
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