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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 15, 1939
Page
1
London reports Japan enforcing a blockade of Tientsin blocking access between the British and French Concessions. Army spokesmen condemn pro-Chiang Kai-shek policies while Japanese forces seal the Foreign Concession and restrict traffic. Prices rise, British hostages and a tense atmosphere persist as officials vow strong action.
In a troubled report from Brugs, Tuesday, Premier M. Partot condemned Nazi propaganda aimed at cantons of Eupen and Walheim. The speech, deemed an incitement, was released in a British consular intervention as participants faced prohibition. A photographer’s camera was seized during the incident.
British volunteers are mobilised in Tientsin as tensions rise over a Japanese blockade. Soldiers line up in the British concession while Chinese workers are searched and restricted. Diplomatic talks continue with Britain threatening to protest Japan's actions amid stalled negotiations.
Queensland Minister for Agriculture warns South African breeders may not match Australian merino quality if embargo ends. He notes Argentina's breeders differ, with some Australian-identified flocks displaced by import lines. The discussion centers on bloodlines and market competitiveness in global wool production.
The article notes imperial issues involving the New Zealand ministry and dominions leaders. It references discussions in the House of Commons and peers about international policy and governance, highlighting concerns raised by Dominion representatives.
Beitin United Press reports in Madrid that nine individuals were charged in a serious case. They allegedly confessed to forming a female Cheka that daily sentenced 17 persons. The group reportedly controlled militiamen and special cars.
The Air Raid Defence League analyzes Germanys bomber capacity and wartime strategy. It cites 250 million pounds spent on bombers, 8 000 frontline and reserve planes renewed every three years, and a plan for 2 400 bombers monthly. It warns London would face 700 tons of bombs and heavy casualties amid an early lightning attack, with pilots strained and tactics shifting.
In Parliament the Chancellor Sir John Simon said China’s Stabilisation Fund faced pressure but national currency confidence remains unshaken. The pound drew temporary support to allow the dollar’s value to adjust, aiming to balance trade and sustain free convertibility and foreign exchange for essential needs.
The president of the Board of Trade, Mr Oliver Stanley, told the House he could not say whether a statement on progress toward a bulk commodities exchange with the United States would be possible. He noted several difficulties but said negotiations were proceeding satisfactorily.
Sir John Simon faced questions about national policy on lending to friendly countries. He said Britain cannot grant loans or credits to other nations and has no plan to seek powers to do so beyond existing Export Guarantees. He noted limits may rise only under current equity and agreement terms.
European tension rose as Germany and Slovakia face distrust while reports of a possible partition linger. A March treaty allows German military construction along the Carpathian slopes with sovereignty over adjacent zones, and Slovak observers note rising German movement of minerals and foodstuffs from Slovakia.
Reports from Geneva say the League of Nations Mandates Commission will begin examination of the British Government's White Paper on Palestine. Secretary for Colonies Malcolm MacDonald is en route to Geneva to present Britain’s position amid ongoing discussions.
In London on Tuesday the Prime Minister stated in the House of Commons that Cabinet responsibility would be fully maintained. He noted two Cabinet Ministers were absent unpaired from the Palestine division, but declared his colleagues accepted full responsibility for the Cabinet's collective decisions.
Shungking dispatch reports Chinese troops capturing a strategic town guarding a river crossing after a week of fighting. Two Japanese attempts to cross were repulsed. War Minister Mo Ching claims Japanese casualties exceed 260000 dead with four ships reportedly sunk.
The royal party arrived in Montreal and proceeded to Fredericton after a ten minute stop in Newcastle New Brunswick Twenty thousand residents greeted them during a 120 mile journey along Miramichi and Nashwaak rivers The Queen and King received a warm welcome from officials and children at Government House They lunched with officials and sent goodwill messages from American citizens The Empress of Britain and accompanying royals were reported to travel to Southampton on June 23 with extensive grandstand seating and community celebrations planned
Reports state 350 Brinta angina units will be sent to Australia to equip Beaufort Romibara aircraft. The move involves supplying Bristol factories with 20 Bristol experts as part of a broader transport/production adjustment.
A garbled note questions the Chancellor of the Exchequer Sir John Ribben or Bi mon about declaring plans under present conditions. The text suggests a debate on policy shifts and the broader impact of cheap money, with emphasis on government strategy and fiscal stance.
The Foreign Relations Committee debated an arms embargo amid differing views on a provision. Reported as likely to favor the Roosevelt administration, the draft amendments include a broader embargo on war materials, though final terms would be left to the President’s discretion.
Unclear racing note reports Ascot Stakes won by Frawn by four lengths with Pax Chase and Nias among others. Mention of odds such as 100/0 and 100/8 and vague halting sequence.
Fragmentary OCR text yields unclear names and events. The readable portion mentions Ormees Sern and a sentence about being awake or aware, but no distinct action, date, place, or organization emerges for a coherent news item.
Fragmentary text describes an air survey over a marine area near Diego Garcia with references to HMS Manchester and broken cloud observations. The legibility is poor and key names, times, and actions are incomplete or garbled.
Fifteen youths depart for Adatralin on the Orb ma for labor assignment. In other items, tennis association plans a split in British rankings and loan markets show modest activity. A court case and trial notices appear in London dispatches with limited details.
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