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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Mar 08, 1939

Page

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Fierce Sino Jap War Battle Claims Grow in Hong Kong

Reported clash in Yayang and Tungting Wuchang railway area dominates the day. Both sides claim a year’s battle length with heavy reinforcements and Japanese advances toward the Yangtee Gorges and San Yang, while Chinese forces reportedly show war weariness despite large troop numbers.

Hong Kong Nan Mupeh Yayang Tungting-Wuchang Tehunge Yangtee Ube Han San Yangfren

Defence Loans Bill passes third reading in Commons

Britain’s Defence Labour backs the Defence Loans Bill amid opposition over foreign policy. Mr Pethick Lawrence says the non division reflects government policy failures yet supports the bill. Debate touches on economic plans and wartime finance while Liberal voices warn of manning and industry needs.

House of Commons Pethick Lawrence

British Industry Gains in Most Trades as Unemployment Dips

The Military of Labour reports Britain’s unemployment near 12,222,000 between January 18 and February, with 3,990,798 on the total pay roll and 627,000 officially unemployed. Employment rose by about 143,000 from the prior month, though numbers remain well above prewar levels.

London Vois Ikoff Wnt Gama Fotal Lefors

Resignation of Ministry Shocks Belgian Politics

A corrupted record from Brussels notes a ministry resignation amid ongoing inquiries. Disputed accounts relate to profits and long-standing practices within a Belgian brick concern, with officials facing questions over years of operations and potential misdeeds.

Disarmament Plea Marks Shift in US Policy Debate

In a Washington speech, Assistant Secretary Berle warns the United States may be financially unable to sustain the arms race beyond a few years. He dismisses the notion that aid to European democracy justifies costly defenses and argues against aggressive world doctrines.

Washington Berle United Blaten United States Ayer Mr. Berle

Vendetta Explodes In Garden Threatening Workplace

A Mangled report describes an explosion at a garden afternoon where a device detonated near workers handling nepodians. Several men were injured while others were trapped or swept by debris. Authorities are unsure of the motive as investigators, including Norman and Bhamen, search for suspects Mebane and Abs.

Aydney Turnda Bhamen Norman Mraacher

British ministers discuss expected foreign visits at question time

Prime Minister Chamberlain told the House that Foreign Minister Beck would soon visit. He suggested plans for an April trip and stated the British government welcomes the opportunity to discuss matters of common concern with the visiting officials.

London Mr. Chamberlain Colonel Beck Hirstin Festi Sr. Chamberlain Onioh Ram Ion Invéreat

Sunday Sport Law Enforcement motion to restrain clergy

A motion at the Methodist Conference in Sydney proposes ministers seek the approval of the Church’s Standing Committee before initiating any legal action under the Sunday Observance Act or related church matters. The move aims to coordinate church action on Sunday sport disputes and prevent uncoordinated proceedings.

Sydney Reva Mums and Gibbon

Dash for Train Passengers as Flight Forced Down at Goulburn

A Melbourne bound ANA airliner diverted to Goulburn yesterday due to unspecified issues. The Riverina express was delayed by about two minutes as the plane with twenty passengers landed 20 miles from Goulburn, causing a dramatic scene before resuming toward Sydney.

Sydney Goulburn A.N.A Melbourne Riverina Gautham

Japan aims friendly stance with Britain and America

Foreign Minister Arita told the diet Japan intends cordial ties with Britain and the United States. He said the Anti Comintern Pact is directed against the Soviet Union, not democracy, and that Japan chose to establish a new path avoiding totalitarian alignment.

Tokyo Arita Diet Japan Britain America Comintern Democratian

Railways nationalisation urged by Australian ACTU Congress

Melbourne Tuesday reports the ACTU Congress adopted the executive and called for immediate denunciation of railway services and Commonwealth takeover. It backed aerial defence airports depots fuel stores and bomb proof shelters with gas masks. The plan includes naval aerial land force readiness and a national air industry survey with manufacturing of naval equipment in Australia and a standing army plus a paid voluntary service at a full living wage.

Melbourne A.C T.U. Congres Commonwealth A.C Tlu National Survey of Air Industries

Council votes down protest over German refugee appointment

Sydney County Council faced a heated dispute as Dr Bienendrof, a German refugee, was appointed to the electrical staff. Councillor Tresider moved a motion of censure, but it failed three to two. Proponents argued for merit and the ethical duty to help refugees, while opponents cited unemployment and favouring Australians. The chair and others stressed appointments on merit and warned against policies that would starve or disadvantage Australians.

Byoney Dr. Bienendrof Sydney County Council Tresider Cermice

Madrid dispatch signals orderly surrender by Republicans

A Reuters report from Madrid cites rising indications that the Republicans plan an orderly surrender. Cortes speaker Barrie in Paris says a new defence council is unified, Negrin government resignations are circulating, and several ministers have fled to France as the air force backs the defence coup.

Spain Reuter Madrid Cortes Senor Barrie Paris Defence Council Ay Lly Negrin London Thesilay Menerat Minja Defance Senor Canada Trerlor Benue Carhing Senor National Defence Council Madril Inez Cranda

Britain’s Policy on Spain War and Recognition

A brief notice outlines Britain’s stance during a Spain conflict, citing Prime Minister Chamberlain and General Franco’s regime. The report notes uncertainty in recognizing the rival government and mentions shifts in foreign policy amid the Spanish Civil War.

London Tueway Chamberning Spain Anulianennay France

Hanging From Rafters Reveals Turmoil in Spanish Crisis

Fragmented dispatches report three Spanish Republican squadrons and eight destroyers reaching 840 km. A French cruiser aided escorts as Republican forces surrendered. British statements questioned a fixed link with the Lepubi can administration amid shifting control and tensions in Madrid.

Tazerta Tunle Cruiaer Feet Ad

Constable Kilnour Rescues Man From Fire in Wellington

Constable Douglas Kilnour, 21, showed great bravery by entering a burning building to rescue J. O'Sullivan, a member of The Victoria Crusing Club, who was trapped. Kilnour forced through flames, pulling O'Sullivan to safety. both men suffered minor burns.

Wellington N.2 Tose Douglas Kilnour Victoria Cruseing Club D. Geldle and Sons Auckland J. O’sulivan Ngour O'Sullvan O'Sullivan

Trade Reviving Easing of War Threats

Paris reports a Finance Ministry address claiming rapid easing of foreign threats and a revived financial reserve. Hitler’s stance on colonies is cited as influencing peace prospects, while France, England, and a Stabilisation Fund with vast gold reserves are noted as stabilizing forces amid a global storm.

Hitler Europe France England England, Woul Henceforth Publish & — Atgtangent Uuuy Aowing Lan Be Ge Miquitlisation Fund Building Were Mutomobie Salen Reading

Italy's Demands on France After Fascist Council Meeting

A tentative note indicates Italy will present formal demands to France via diplomatic channels after the Fascist Grand Council meets on March 21. Mussolini is expected to address the nation with a speech outlining Italy's position and next steps in the dispute.

France Grand Council Mussolini

Ambiguous War Plans Between Britain and America Reported

Fragmentary OCR notes suggest a discussion of Allied strategy with mixed terms. It mentions American and British representatives and references simultaneous operations, strength, and equipment but details remain unclear due to garbled text. No clear events, dates, or names emerge.

Aumirat Yona Ania

Fire brigade tested Narrandera in Tuesday event

The local fire brigade, after winning the Webly Shield at Katoomba demonstrations, faced a blaze at a street store. Two heroic crew members aided containment as flames consumed the shop and caused notable damage to the building.

Narrandera Nice Brigade Fire Brigade Katoomba

Palestine unrest and Greek proposals headline unrest

An Al Abram report from Monday cites Osman Pasha returning from Beirut with a proposed compromise in Palestine. The paper notes renewed tensions over Jewish plans and independence, with further details awaiting official statements.

CATRO al Abram Osman Pasha Beirut Grand Muft

Baghdad Riots Spur Martial Law Proclamations

Fragmentary OCR text references Baghdad riots and martial law, with garbled phrases. Key entities include Baghdad and martial law. details of dates, places, and responsible authorities are unclear due to corrupted wording.

Baghdad

Defence Cabinet to Consider Armaments for Australia

In Canberra ministers discuss military needs after a recruiting drive. W M Hughes says young Australians joining militia show support but warns readiness requires modern weapons and updated armaments across air land and sea. Cabinet will review progress and equip forces for future defense.

Australia Canberra Hughes Dele

Return of Mr Hugkee Oppcons Prompts Australia Debate

The Australian External Affairs Minister reiterates that Australia cannot easily address the issue of returning prisoners of war and colonies. He notes German occupation and the small German population remaining, arguing over control and postwar reparation considerations amid Allied power dynamics.

Sydney Mr. Hughes Australia

Night Flying Policy Hinted By Civil Aviation Minister

The Minister for Civil Aviation announced plans related to night flying and ground and airfield development. He noted cultural factors would be weighed but could hinder implementing comprehensive ground organization and growth programs.

Aydney Eer Ae Enghi

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