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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 13, 1940
Page
2
Mr and Mrs Monkhouse and Betty express sincere gratitude for the telegram cards and floral tributes received after the sudden bereavement of their son and brother Henry. They especially thank Mr Blair and Senior Sergeant Bailey of the Police Force and ask recipients to accept this personal acknowledgment of deepest gratitude.
A wide wartime roundup aims to intern thousands of Italians across the empire. London reports 700 interned with 700 examined, and actions extend to Cardiff Cork and Malta. Police guard Italian sites as anti Fascist sentiment rises in France and Italy gains entry to war.
The second Commonwealth war loan was oversubscribed by more than £500,000 with 32,400 subscriptions totaling £20,550,000. Yesterday £145,000 was received for interest-free loans and gifts, lifting the total to date. Regulations under the National Security Act relax company restrictions, allowing gifts or loans for war purposes.
The Canberra report records morning pressure at 30.0 inches and afternoon pressure at 30.23 inches. Temperatures show a high around 55.5 degrees and a low near 26 degrees with light winds up to 13 mph.
Roberts' Pharmacy in Canberra hosts a perfect eyesight clinic on Friday July 5 from 9 am to 3 pm. Queanbeyan offers a session on Friday July 26 in the morning to 3 30 pm at 117 Pitt Street Sydney.
Canberra forecast notes fine moderate day with a cold night and frost and morning fog. Light to variable winds. Astronomical data for Thursday June 13 lists sunrise 7.10 am and sunset 4.57 pm Moon rise 12.10 pm and set. planets Mars Jupiter Saturn rise and set times provided.
Police in Sydney inform officers to investigate reports of subversive activity promptly and report results to headquarters. Commissioner Mackay orders immediate measures to intern enemy aliens, with ongoing efforts in New South Wales.
In Wollongong at Corrimal Colliery workers held meetings to decide if they would keep employing Italians. They voted to continue with naturalised Italians, but many left early and the mine could not be operated as the whistle blew.
War day by day report credits French morale withstanding immense pressure as German forces push toward the Marne while Paris evacuates government offices. Italy’s intervention adds strain. western front uncertain with Rouen Seine crossing and Dieppe isolation. concern grows Paris may fall if Allied position worsens.
The House Appropriations Committee reports a 1.706 billion supplemental defense bill to grow the regular army to 475000 and start 68 new warships for the Navy. Senate approves conference on a 1.823 billion Army bill including 2566 war planes with 200 super-bombers. Mussolini’s entry into the war triggers worldwide outrage and a shift in European alliances.
The article argues Dominions must back Britain with export trade to fund war needs and maintain credits in London. Australia should boost primary exports, finance war material purchases, and sustain industry while Britain preserves markets after Western Europe losses. New Zealand resources support war effort. wool terms with Britain demand review.
Brisbane reports ongoing raids as military and police target Italian aliens. Arms and ammunition seized, many Italians interned, and signups for cane cutters paused awaiting instructions. Authorities face possible cane cutter shortages in Cairns and Innisfail as security operations continue.
Major-General Mackay, acting commander of the A L F, said Italy’s intervention would raise morale and move the force closer to combat. Italy’s possible bombing of coastal towns in Palestine was noted, with preparedness for gas use. News of Italy’s entry was received calmly in camps as troops had anticipated it.
Swiss High Command says five planes dropped five bombs on Geneva killing one woman and one soldier and sending 12 to hospital. Foreign aircraft also bombed other points around Lake Geneva and near Aixolo In Renewas, 17 miles from France. Inquiry to determine origin and nature of the bomb.
In Central Court Ges torna Alterio age 41 was fined £50 or 100 days for possessing an unlicensed pistol. Police found a revolver and 25 cartridges with fascist literature at his home. Alterio claimed the weapon was years old and kept for safety.
The Minister of Agriculture Mr Reid and Director of Marketing Mr Watson agreed to quickly establish temporary depots with local councils managing operations. The first depots should be ready this week as vegetable supplies increased to meet public demand after Italian shopkeepers were interned.
Secretary Hull informs the U S ambassador that Italy entering the war would be one of the greatest human tragedies. Ken Signor Colonna delivered official notification of Italy's action barring U S citizens and ships from the region.
Reports say Argentina and Paraguay recently boosted frontier posts along the shared border with no given reason. The move comes amid regional security concerns and increased cross border activity.
War prompts elimination of usual official observances for the King's Birthday in Australia. Birth day parades by defence forces and ship dressings are suspended for the duration. Flags will be flown on Commonwealth buildings nationwide to mark the day.
The Italian liner Romolo sailing from Brisbane toward Thursday Island was intercepted by an armed merchant cruiser of the Australian Navy as war with Italy loomed. The crew set the ship afire and abandoned to lifeboats, with position details still unclear. Earlier, the Libano attempted to scuttle near Majorca and some crew were captured.
Istanbul dispatch reports the Turkish fleet moving toward the Dardanelles and orders for all ships to head to Turkish ports. Ankara notes preparations for all eventualities as army reserves are called up, while Turkish officials reiterate loyalty to Britain and France but expect state readiness pending inter Allied talks.
Melbourne report notes Prime Minister Mr Mengies opposed a secret Parliament session fearing deliberations would not stay secret. The bid for a secret session was urged by Mr Beasley to discuss Australian munition production and other matters.
E Honeyman managing director of Sphinx Engineering Works argues that if duralium supplies fail Australia could locally produce plastic materials for aircraft propellors. The statement follows concerns that Beaufort Bomber construction depends on available raw materials.
The Government Gazette states the State Parliament opening is postponed from June 18 to July 16. Also in brief items: New Zealand minister Semple becomes Minister for Social Services to oversee manpower and munitions. Malta’s Chief Justice Sir Arturo Merceac resigns. Hungary rejects autonomy for minorities by a large vote. a deserter found in a Wellington cupboard. Victoria Park hosts ALF camp sites with use for the Army likely at Clarendon racecourse.
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