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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1939
Page
1
Australian and American officials linger over a stalled trade treaty as August talks colored by wool meat and dairy disputes face tough hurdles. Canberra signals policy aims diverge with U S concessions uncertain, while broader Australian production programs push for domestic growth amid strained negotiations.
Reported measures show Romania expanding fortifications and arming as defense policy shifts. Premier Caiedony notes domestic purchase and external aid, with Hungary spending heavily on border defenses. Officials avoid public comment amid rapid military build up and regional tensions.
In Melbourne on Wednesday the Commonwealth Government announced plans to arm Australian merchant ships with quick firing guns to defend against commerce raiders. The Defence Minister said shipping companies were cooperating and that ships would be equipped from May.
General Sir Hubert Gough, echoing Earl Beatty in the Daily Telegraph, asserts Japan plans a vast Asian and Pacific Empire including India and Australia. He warns Britain must act, noting current factions signal future governance, and urges rapid reinforcement to defend Singapore and the North Sea and Mediterranean seas.
Mrs Tom Clarke widow of Tom Clarke a leader executed after the 1916 uprising was elected Dublin Mayor by the casting vote of the current Lord Mayor Alderman Byrne in an unusual vote casting decision.
Tokyo negotiators prepare to confer with Britain on the Tientsin issue amid reports that foreign ships may enter Soochow harbor temporarily. Lieut-General Homma signals continued restrictions until Chiang Kai-shek is removed, with Britain recalling destroyers from the river and Japan announcing plans to exchange views on core questions.
Canberra advised the situation demands negotiation as international tensions rise with London and Tokyo. The report notes blockades, discharges, and the Nine Power Treaty being tested, with Britain weighing economic pressure if Japanese actions persist.
A fragmented note from Shanghai reports a mass meeting of Britiaders urging evacuation after departure from GHA. The text is garbled but suggests support for returning evacuees and coordination through a British council or body. Limited readable details leave key names, dates, and places uncertain.
London report states talks on Lovet re opening proceed with formal instructions to Sir William Leeds and Amisasea Mancow. Premier Mr. bretruc comment not clear. Sources indicate renewed diplomacy ahead of potential cultural or educational exchanges.
The French premier Daladier warned of the worst international situation in twenty years speaking in the Chamber of Deputies He said three million men under arms would distress the world this summer and fortify armament plants Troop concentrations and continued blockade were noted Meanwhile Tokyo discussions with Britain appeared to demand new terms and propaganda sought to sow Anglo French discord Britain added 5 million pounds to wartime defenses as Daladier pledged action to protect France Reports from London and Warsaw described German troop movements at the Polish frontier and rising defence funds in Poland
A massive fire in central London gutted four warehouses near Alderien underground station causing about a million pounds in damages. The London County Council Fire Brigade, with 400 appliances and 400 firefighters, fought the blaze through the heart of the city. The origin was a warehouse at Burling ton and New Zealand avenue, with other buildings catching fire as flames spread. no confirmed loss of life at reporting time.
Irla Republic publican army raid on Portsmouth Ignee involved severely tight security and several non commissioned officers reported in connection with the operation. Authorities vow to pursue further details as investigations continue.
The Fastmaster-General Mr Tryron told the Empire Press Union that in war the empire flying services could not continue across Europe. He offered no indication of government plans if the situation arose.
Churchill challenges July to September as the period of most severe European tension. He agrees with Daladier that danger is acute and that retreat is no longer possible. He believes war could come very soon, citing Germany’s preparations and Nazi rhetoric.
German military aircraft was downed over Polish territory following a warning shot by Polish artillery. The incident occurred near Warsaw with the plane reportedly crashing into the sea after impact. Two passing merchant ships reportedly picked up occupants.
A boxing promotor report says Louie is favored by about 47 percent of papers, with mixed expectations. White’s and other writers show little confidence in either plot, while Louie claims a quick finish and Hostak is noted as reclaiming the middleweight title with a Seattle victory in rounds.
The Protector of Bohemia and Moravia, named by the German Chancellor, may be granted broader powers on June 16 to safeguard the state. He can alter laws when delays threaten public safety and modify Czech statutes deemed contrary to the public good, with changes written in strict legal terms and no court confirmation required.
In a Sydney tunnel a fettler named John Henry Paas from Lismore was killed instantly after a rush of air from a pausing train forced him from a safety niche. A fellow fettler was injured. others escaped unharmed as workers urged shelter rules to foes. PJ Comans showed courage aiding ambulance crews.
Leopold Savile, visiting Australia, advised the Commonwealth Government on locating a dock to service capital ships. He said protecting such a dock from air attack is not feasible and attacks from above remain a major hazard. He noted dock size would grow as ships become practicable and must be tailored to ship requirements.
A brief note reports a hockey carnival planned for May with teams from New South Wales and Victoria set to compete, featuring matches decided by multiple goals.
In New York, Roosevelt warns Senate action blocks presidential devaluation, arguing it risks Wall Street manipulation and harm to foreign trade. He says he would use authority only if necessary and criticizes the impact of monetary policy on the dollar and international markets.
Four prisoners seized the wife of a warder near the prison hospital during a Wednesday disturbance in Mexico. They demanded public safety items and freedom, threatening to cut her throat. State troopers, summoned by the warden, restrained the group. The warden and his secretary were lightly hurt, and two convicts were critically injured.
Detective-Sergeant Daniel Mahoney and Detective-Sergeant Lloyd faced a 42,000 suit in Cloncurry for alleged wrongful aid malice. The case stems from an incident in which a man named Walt was charged with stealing 3,000 from a car in a garage where he worked. Walsh, of Cloncurry, had pursued the claim. The cane in part heard.
Fire swept through a hangar at the IO 4 eld aerodrome early this morning destroying the structure and all machines inside. Private property losses are reported as critical and the blaze was still burning at 12 45 am with firefighters responding quickly.
In brief notes from London and Sydney, a swimming event at Bath features Princess Margaret winning one race. Reported subsidence at a culvert caused three earrings to be wrecked and a related accident. Refugees arrive in Sydney from Germany and Slovakia, with a warning of potential mugging and a slow response to emergencies.
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