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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 26, 1939

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Blockade Lifted at Swatow Chinese Fightback Reported

London reports Japan lifted the sea blockade on Swatow relieving Hong Kong food anxieties. Chinese forces claimed to have stemmed Japan’s advance near Swatow after a 12 hour battle, re-occupying Amo. London notes British policy tensions while Hong Kong and Swatow supply routes influence regional fears.

London Swatow Hong Kong Chacy Amo Prio Histetes Chambarlain Cardiff Manne Lord Halifax Tokyo Tientsin

War supplies policy progress amid wartime recess

The Minister for Supply and Development Mr Cavey will attend important conferences next couple of days and meet Cabinet subcommittees on fuel and liquid fuels. A major concern is storage and cost of emergency petrol for certain vehicles, with an estimated annual outlay of 60 to 12 million pounds.

Tin Caney Eduibion

Chamberlain Calls for Imperial Unity in Peace Effort

Prime Minister outlines objective of co operation within the Empire to secure world peace. He warns against German propaganda of encirclement and defends India's Act framing a final dominion concept. He urges that Britain administers mandates to help backward nations stand on their own.

Cardiff T Roy Government of India Europe Mann Bri Britain Uaa Tovnay British Empire Mr. Chamberlain Anser- Howe Great Britain

Chamberlain Warns Japan Against British Submission

The British leader warns that no British government will submit to dictation by a stronger power in China. He argues Japan should pursue negotiations and asserts Britain’s growing naval and land power, with a strengthened defense urged after a Wales visit marked by low turnout.

China Chamberlain Japan Tlentain Tam

Balkan states defence pact signals Yugoslav stance

Reuters from Bucharest reports Romania's M Gafencu comments on a possible pact involving Greece and Yugoslavia amid tensions with Germany. Italy warns against policies leaning toward encirclement as Yugoslavia insists on independence. The newsagency notes potential German concessions in Yugoslav affairs regardless of negotiations.

Yugo Slavia Talian Miniater M. Gafencu Yugoslavia

Bombings in London Brightens Weekend Tension

Bomb explosions attributed to LRA activities shattered a quiet weekend in London. Attacks hit Piccadilly Circus courtyard and South Street, among other sites, injuring at least three people and sending nine to hospital for treatment.

London LRA Ireland Piccadilly Circus South Street

British Ideals Fostered by Royal Tour

London reports a royal tour by the King and Queen aimed at promoting British ideals and unity within the Commonwealth. The visit is described as strengthening the headship and portraying Britain as a peaceful, influential force for mankind.

London

Britain United States barter pact eyed for war stock needs

Britain and the United States pursue a barter agreement to swap surplus cotton for rubber and other goods. The pact, backed by Senator Byrnes and President approved, aims to secure raw materials for wartime and reserve stock without standard trade channels. Negotiations with the Netherlands are advancing while talks with Belgium continue.

Britain Can Nda J. Byrnes Symvate Corde Hunt Psucr Hull United States Bedell Lat Cotta Lande Singmoord America Ata Atock Purponta Ti i Netherlands

Anglo French naval accord sealed in Singapore

At a brief flat meeting two points emerged Admiral Sir Percy Noble to command the Anglo French naval forces and Singapore to serve as the base for all Far Eastern operations. Siam’s neutral stance drew long discussion with warning it would likely be forced to pick a side if war begins. Arat band reports on talks between British and French naval chiefs are expected. Rear Admiral Colvin will visit Singapore but no significant meaning attached to the defence minister’s remarks.

Pustoet Peling Simbassien Japan Tientein Tentain Times Raide Percy Noble China Singapore Siam Ti Lu Royal Australian Navy Colvin Singepars Street

American trade policy in Roosevelt loan plan debated

Washington reports discuss a 500 million dollar foreign loan program over two years linked to Roosevelt era policy. The move is seen as expanding U S money power in subsidizing export systems, with officials noting it aims to ease barriers and counter totalitarian threats while aligning with the Saree treaty framework.

Washington Roosevelt United States New York Timas South America Bensier Borah Banate Alao Amerson

In Brief Locals Report Odd Royal News In 1930s Style

A garbled clippings summary notes Czech doctors for England and a Berlin study claim. Mentions houses near Sydney and a shelter protest with absent figures. Bits reference Belgian independence, a Che Gatinet publication, a flag change and a stalled flame on Sydney's riverfront with oddities and misrendered names.

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