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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 23, 1939
Page
1
Reports from Tokyo to Sydney Washington and London describe Japan tightening the blockade around treaty ports. Food shortages deepen as vegetables and meat vanish from markets and evacuees leave for safety. British and American officials seek to avert broader conflict while urging negotiation and restraint.
London reports The Times correspondent says Satomasu Kato former minister in Ottawa is sent from Hsingkiang to Tientsin to inspect the blockade. His presence signals the Foreign Office aims to water down Tientsin's heady wine.
Amoy reports a blockade linked to shortages as Japan rebuffs protests from British French and American Consuls. The ambassador claims stoppage of supplies is unavoidable amid material scarcities. Shanghai banks announce a three day moratorium to pressure foreign banks on currency sales and devalue the Chinese dollar from the pegged rate.
A Daily Telegraph correspondent reports dark whispers in Hong Kong that Swatow has fallen without a shot fired. Troops retreated six hours before the Japanese vanguard, with dynamiting attempted nearby and harbour clearance completed as transports enter. The Times notes Swatow’s capture deals a vital economic blow to China.
Japanese naval authorities at Swatow ordered all foreign warships out of the harbour by 1 p.m. The Thannet and Pilabury were later reported to remain at Swatow against the ultimatum. A Japanese proclamation warned of penalties for anyone communicating with Chinese forces.
The destroyer HMS Scout remains outside Swatow ready to join the relief effort. The Ying Chow evacuates British women and children, with 70 on the Norwegian ship Prominent en route to Hongkong. US gunboat Asheville may depart for Swatow while Japan justifies occupation to pressure Chiang Kai-shek.
The Duke of Kent, guest of honour at the Australia Club dinner, pledged to prove worthy of his post as the Duke of Gloucester presided. Mr S M Bruce praised the visit, linking it to empire unity, while the Duke vowed to address Australian problems through direct involvement.
A civil tribunal in La Rochelle ordered the return to Spain of 0,000 francs of gold and valuables held since May 1937. The court rejected the Basque Government's claim, a ruling expected to ease French Spanish relations.
In Budapest on a Monday, forty nine green-shirted deputies of the Nazi faction led by Kalman Hubay walked out of the Lower House after clashes with government supporters who alleged German financial backing for Hungarian Nazis in the recent elections.
Berlin reports that Spain refused a military alliance with Germany and Italy and that such an approach had not been sought by Madrid. The official news agency notes no alliance negotiations were in progress.
The German government orders British Consul General D St Clair Gainer recalled from Vienna in reprisal for the expulsion of German Consul Reinhardt from Liverpool. Berlin cites a prohibited information service case, but officials say no direct evidence ties Gainer to wrongdoing.
British Ambassador Sir William Leeds and French Ambassador M Naggiar conferred two hours with Premier Molotov in Moscow. Paris said the Soviet backed essential Anglo French plan points but Baltic guarantees remained a hurdle. Bonnet warned negotiations continue toward a near full agreement as Moscow press reported no progress over prior proposals. Chamberlain avoided full detail of sticking points and said no minister would be sent to Moscow.
Two hundred eighty seven Jewish refugees who transshipped from the German liner St. Louis at Antwerp arrived in Waterloo greeted by many friends and guarantors. After six weeks at sea they seek a new home in a friendly country but fear for relatives in Germany as they recount their suffering and ask not to have their names publicized. They were to settle in South America but were refused land and brought back to Europe.
An important Anglo-French naval conference begins tomorrow in Singapore with high officers from Britain and France in the Far East. Discussions will focus on defence problems only. political questions and relations with other Far Eastern powers will not be discussed.
The Prime Minister told the Loan Council that defence spending in 1939-40 would rise by 1.4 million pounds to 14 million, financed mainly by a 10 million pound special defence loan. The rest comes from revenue and higher taxation as the government prioritises defence and shifts other works accordingly.
The Foreign Under-Secretary said in the House of Commons that conversations between the Mexican government and oil companies were progressing with interest and approval toward an agreed settlement of the ante.
The Guba reached Mombasa signaling completion of the Indian Ocean survey across the region. The results support the Australian and British governments plan proposed by Captain P. G. Taylor. The voyage confirms air crossing feasibility and promotes establishing an air route.
The fragments show Latvia and Lithuania declaring their determination to maintain independence and neutrality amid regional pressures. The report notes each government stressing sovereignty and a stance against external domination.
Rome authorities require gas mask purchases through July 19. After that a 10 percent price rise applies for the first month and a further 65 percent increase each following month.
Arab businessman Khalid Effendi from Sauili, Arabia, denies any negotiations with the Nazis after a visit to Herr Hitler. Colonial Office confirms the circulating claim about King Vonsaud asking Britain to reverse Palestine policy is unfounded. Effendi is described as a staunch Arab patriot.
The Mazi Commissioner von Meurath orders sweeping restrictions on Jews in Prague. They cannot buy real estate or participate in business, must declare holdings by July 31, and report all gold silver and jewelry. Jews are banned from Prater Gardens and assigned smaller parks.
The Chancellor Sir John Simon said New Zealand Finance Minister Nash will visit England to discuss matters including finance. He could not comment on details but denied a guaranteed loan. Britain may finance short term bills to help New Zealand buy foodstuffs, with repayment from proceeds. traders doubt practicality.
Air Vice Marshal Sir Charles Burnett is named Inspector-General of the Royal Air Force. Berlin reports May trade shows a favorable balance of four million pounds, while Czech figures are excluded. Madrid notes General Franco inspecting Ferro naval base conversion with two thousand workers. London reports a missing plane found incinerated on Durham moor. occupants dead. Wimbledon seeding list released and results from London teams championships.
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