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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 19, 1939
Page
1
Moscow Friday reports say Mr. Molotay of Britain’s Foreign Office, visiting Moscow for talks, noted Japan’s rejection of a Soviet pact proposal amid Far East tensions. He discussed concerns with Soviet officials and emphasized prompt consideration of regional issues.
In an impromptu address General Goebbels urged Dansigers to hold out for a return to the Reich. He claimed Britain and Poland misuse maps and warned that Germany will stand by its loyal people, asserting Italy and Germany face encirclement by Britain. The crowd cheered "The Führer shall come."
The biplane recently rested at the Betense Museum in Louth after an 1880 mile ocean crossing. Pilots Alodge and Heown averaged about 11 mph, surpassing the old engine record by roughly 15 years.
National finance issue discusses moves by the Commonwealth Government to bring state loans under the Loan Council next meeting. Aims to centralise control of borrowing as part of a three year defense program financing. Projections show limited overseas loan demand and reliance on taxation as funds are allocated among seven governments for 1930–60 works.
A 12 month old child named Jean Mith slipped and fell while with her parent at 20 Soho Street, Goulbarn, yesterday. An ambulance treated her. condition not stated.
The report notes a mishap at a drill event with Sidney and Chuck in a rough run. Glen Gunn is mentioned among witnesses while Mysore fetpaad ages the rail to the top, though no formal protest was entered. The referees called it an unfortunate accident.
An early, expectant issue notes possible Parliament date changes and closer contact with colonial affairs. The Daily Telegraph predicts a decision on unseating officials and regular oversight as Britain tightens governance across colonies.
London dispatch reports British reprisals plans completed as Japan tightens a blockade around Tientsin and Amoy. Foreign Minister Halifax returns to London after a Foreign Office note on the Far East. France reportedly agrees to cooperate with Britain and America if action at Tientsin is deemed necessary. Copyright concerns: Japanese sentry fatally shoots a British-credentialed Englishman. motive deemed inexplicable. Medway submarine and other ships head toward Tientsin with supplies for the concession.
British troops observed a barbed wire barrier around the station as Chinese forces were ordered to withdraw. Barricades were rebuilt and Fuardia faced the station. London signaling possible naval action. Chinese and Japanese rally at Yamato Park amid sporadic gunfire near the British Concession. Shanghainese sentries kept vigilance through the night.
The alriar Gelder from the Short seaplans, built near the River Medway, claims 6000 mile range and 100 ton payload. The Golden Hind is described as the country’s most ambitious commercial aircraft yet, with a top weight over 1 million pounds. A flight test is likely next week, with one unit expected to be handed to Imperial Airways this month.
From J Parcival Juntet Taylor plans an aerial survey of the Aeychelles Lalande to morrow amid noted water scarcity near Port Victoria. The effort aims to establish a base for routes linking West Australia and Africa within the era of early flying boats.
Wagene Weldmann, a young man found guilty on six counts in a serious case, was executed after a lengthy public process. Observers and family attended as the final sentence was carried out, marking a grim end to the case.
Two of the wheat cargoes in the grain race from South Baltic to Europe have passed The Leader. They were the Viking, a Finnish freighter, which left Port Victoria on February 16, and the Passat, also Finnish, which sailed from Port Lincoln on March.
Britain aims to invite the monarch to New Zealand with an informal approach next month. If accepted, an official Wellington invitation will follow, outlining the visit details and schedule.
France reports another submarine loss near Cam Ranh Bay off its new base. The Phenix was last seen with a crew of five aboard and no salvage efforts found the vessel. Navy officials say an underwater air supply of 40 hours was available, but no contact has been made since the incident.
A garbled report from Rome references the Pope and President Lebrun in connection with a missing person case. The text hints at planned announcements and ongoing hope, mentioning Marceso and Boe barma Gitoad amid uncertain details about the investigation.
Five men were trapped when earth collapsed in South Mine No 3 at Broken Hill. After 19 hours of rescue work Ray Byrne, 22, was freed while four other men remained missing. Rescue crews faced further falls as engine drivers and firemen considered a strike, which union leaders postponed to aid operations. Wet O Malley was partly buried but rescued.
Six nominations from the Australian Woolgrowers Council were accepted by Minister of Commerce Benatar McLeay for the Australian Wool Board. Named are Bir G Dalsiel Kelly J F Abbott B D T Boyd N Bourke A L B Detroy and ELK Nock. Replacements include Momia W L Sandarega and AE Hamilton. Commonwealth representative is J F Guthrie of Geelong.
A fragment outlines Commonwealth plans for Dutch migrants arriving in Australia. It notes initial settlement would focus on agriculture, with the migrants’ capacity and assignment to farm work under Commonwealth supervision. The text aims to describe the settlement framework and expected roles.
Their Majesties arrived at Government House greeted by the Mayor and city officials. An address of loyalty was presented as the Empress of Britain carried Their Majesties toward England through Mt John s Narrows, welcomed by whistles and cheers from locals as crowds waved from the headlands.
Sydney reports that Minister Lawson indicated the American film Desions of Nazi Spy may be exhibited in Australia. The work concerns the operations of Nazi agents after the spy trivia of that year and notes German representatives had not protested at earlier showings.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a Bulgarian move and Berlin politics alongside references to England Wine Scene in Johannesburg and Nesta against Boular Atrios. Multiple garbled phrases mention inves, rights, and a treasuring event. The text appears as a damaged newspaper snippet with uncertain details.
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