Baatlniee Event Held Saturday Night
An amateur gathering occurred on Saturday night featuring a local group and a varied program. Attendees noted a casual, community atmosphere with modest performances and shared refreshments.
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 20, 1940
Page
1
Untitled fragment hints at shop prices and items
Fragmentary listing shows wool items and prices with unclear dates and product names. Reads like a shop catalog snippet with multiple price points for garments and accessories.
Niagara Sunk by Mine Off New Zealand Coast
The Canadian Australasian liner Niagara of 13 451 tons was sunk by a mine off the New Zealand coast at 4 30 am. All aboard were rescued by boats and two ships. Prime Minister Fraser said mine sweepers are clearing the area and shipping from Auckland will be curbed briefly. The ship carried 50 passengers from Sydney and a crew of officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R.M.S. Niagara
New Zealand
Wellington
N.Z
Niagara
Mr. Fraser
Auckland
Sydney
O Ifficers Cine New
French envoy refutes armistice surrender claim
Vice-Consul M. Poux says Marshal Petain’s armistice proposal was not a surrender and notes a misunderstanding of France’s role as Britain’s ally. He argues Hitler knows France will not yields and that fighting could continue in colonies if France is exhausted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bydney
Marshal Petain
France
M. Poux
Britain
France Herelin
Hitler
Gerhoy
Egypt Not Asked to Declare War on Italy
A British official stated Egypt was not asked to declare war on Italy but to follow the spirit of the Egyptian British Treaty and deter actions hindering British operations. Sir Miles Lampson met King Farouk, who then conferred with Alymacer Pasha. a Cabinet meeting followed. About 50 trains evacuated 50,000 people from Alexandria in six days and many others fled by sea or road.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cairo
Britain
Egypt
Italy
Brittah
Miles Lampson
Alexandria
Farouk
Alymacer Pasha
Tomba
Mouta
Italian Parachutists Reported Near French Riviera
Italian planes allegedly attacked the French Riviera between Toulon and Frejus on Monday according to Le Journal now published in Bordeaux. Tallon parachutists reportedly landed. two were disarmed by women as French fighters claimed ten Malians shot down.
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London
le Journal
Borteaux
Itallan
French Riviera
Toulon
Frejus
Tallon
Uruguay Stands to Arms as Fifth Columnist Probe Intensifies
Montevideo reports the Defence Minister Julian Loloti says Uruguay is ready for war with Fifth Columnists under investigation. Armaments are plentiful and garrisons are manned with units in Montevideo ready for transshipment, with support from Argentina and Brazil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montevideo
Julian Loloti
Uruguay
Argentine
Brazil
American Warning to Italy in Monroe Doctrine Tone
A Rome dispatch reports the United States has invoked the Monroe Doctrine warning against Italian or German interference in Western Hemisphere affairs. The notice emphasizes US stance on protecting British and French interests and mentions broader imperial context including Australia and New Zealand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Unites States
Disarmament Demanded Broadcast by French High Command
The French High Command in London broadcasts a warning that enemy columns may advance under the white flag to attain gains without fighting. It reminds French and British combatants that an armistice is not in effect and urges resistance to actions not yet begun.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Labour rallying call shows resolve in wartime unity
A National Council of Labour statement honors France and pledges unity against tyranny. It asserts Britain must endure, defend liberty, and mobilize all workers in production and effort as soldiers in the war, stressing collective resolve to outlast the dictators and support civilization worldwide.
Romanian cabinet resigns amid political shakeup
An official news agency reports that Romania's cabinet has resigned, signaling a major political shift in Bucharest. The move could trigger new leadership and possible reforms as the government reorganizes after the resignation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Hitler and Mussolini Seek France Armistice Terms
Berlin reports Hitler and Mussolini met in Munich to outline France armistice terms. The Reich demands full disarmament and partial occupation of France until Britain’s defeat. French ministers discuss conditions with plenipotentiaries to be named. Churchill reference noted. General de Gaulle appeals to French in Britain to resist. South Africa’s Smuts warns war must continue to end.
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London
Berlin
Hitler
Mussolini
Munich
Basle
Stefani
France
Britain
Halder
Count Ciane
von Ribbentrop
Mari Vivetti
Foreign Office
Generila Reata
Decastiglione
Perina
Beil Whats
Keitel
Admiral Dearien Sod Alfier
Herr von Monkense
Irish United Press
Missolini
Bordeaux
Churchill
de Gaulle
Japan May Move in Indo China Urges Occupation
Tokyo circles push for immediate occupation of French Indochina as war tensions rise. Meirinki, a right wing group of ex officers, asserts China affects Chongqing munitions supply and calls for a stabilising Japanese role in East Asia amid pending peace terms.
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Indo China
France
Germany
Japan
Meirinksi
Indo- China
Chungking
Foreign Office
M. Suma
East Asia
East Indies
Refugee Terror In Paris Sparks Panic
Herr Himmler, the Gestapo chief, reportedly arrived in Paris to seize police control and oversee Jewish affairs. Political refugees panic as many Poles flee German violence, some hiding in woods rather than venturing openly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Herr Himmler
Gestapo
Paris
Poland
French Fight on as German Forces Advance Across France
A wartime communique describes heavy fighting along the Loire from Tours to Orléans and Tours as German units push toward Cherbourg and Rennes. French forces regroup behind the Maginot Line while urging civilians to stay clear and routes remain open for troop movements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Normanly
Brittany
Cherbourg
Rennes
Chiteng Prin
Orleans
Nevers
Loire
Vestes
Lorraine
Alsace
Tours
Bios
Orelana
France
High Command
Kennen
Lemans
Orlegna Rime
Lyons
Melfort
Nancy
Maginot Line
Britain
Mouts
Thames
Torpedo Boats for Britain Move Reported by Navy
Washington correspondent reports the Navy Department announced 20 motor torpedo boats and submarine chasers were made available to Britain under contract modifications. The Navy may accept delivery of later models.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Washington
New York Times
Navy Department
Britain
Navy
Dominion rally and war effort steps across the Empire
The Prime Minister announced Canadian troops in Newfoundland and landing of the First Contingent in Toeland. A Ministry for National War Services will coordinate voluntary services and refugees. Recruitment for 40 000 more men was approved, with 30 000 already mobilised, as pilots from Canada prepare to go overseas. Air force expansion and ships ready for sea were noted, with pilots and aircraft already deployed to Britain. The Rajah of Sarawak contributed £0 000 for the war, and ambulances funded by Falkland Islands and New Brunswick citizens were announced. The King thanked Malta's Governor for birthday greetings and praised Maltese resolve. A small South African force was dispatched to Komartpoort as a precaution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Defence
Mr. Duncan
United Kingdom
Royal Canadian Air Force
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