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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Mar 11, 1940

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Finnish Finns and Russians Near Final Peace Terms

Stockholm reports say Finnish Soviet talks near final stages with Russia seeking peace terms before an armistice. Finnish delegates Ryti Passikivi and a general staff member head to Moscow as Paris and Stockholm mark delicate progress. Finland hints predecision Monday or Tuesday. continued fighting if terms fail.

Stockholm M. Ryti Passikivi Moscow Paris Russia M. Tanner Helsinki Herr Hitler M. Swinehusrud

Moving to Rome 4 going to Berlin

A report notes a movement from Rome 4 to Berlin but shows no independent confirmation. The item presents as an unverified update with unclear sources. Further corroboration is needed to confirm the transfer path.

Peace Front Berlin Rome

British Envoys at Stockholm Seek Finnish Passage Authorization

The radio reports two British envoys arrived in Stockholm to seek authorization for passage of a substantial number of British troops to Finland. British, French, and Italian material aid to Finland is arriving in greater quantities, but Finnish personnel are insufficient to assemble the machinery quickly.

Stockholm Finland England France Italy

Denial Issued On Radio Claim Of Alf Sailed

A Department of Information broadcast labeled as questions and answers emphatically denied the German radio report that the Second Alf had sailed the day after leaving Australia. Officials said many reports existed but no corroborating listener could be found and London could not confirm the claim.

Sydney Department of Information Tonight ALF Australia London

Formation of Coalition Ministry in Canberra Talks

Reports from Canberra indicate Cabinet discussions on 1940-41 financial policy may be delayed by coalition negotiations. Spender proposes a budget over £130 million with balanced taxation and borrowing, leaning toward indirect levies. Economic and War Cabinets meet with Country Party talks to form a composite ministry before week’s end. Also on agenda are import restrictions and wool protests.

Commonwealth Canberra Spender Menzies Country Party Mr. Spender Economic Cabinet Australia

British Exchange Controls Hit U S Trade In South America

Washington dispatch from Buenos Aires says new British exchange control rules deal a blow to United States trade and investments in South America. The regulations divert dollars South American buyers would use to purchase U S goods, affecting U S commerce in the region.

Washington Buenos Aires New York Times United States South America South

War Loan Record Expected As Public Response Soars

Sydney reports the Commonwealth war loan of £18,000,000 may close tomorrow with oversubscription expected. Mr. Spender hails rapid funding and predicts a record if closure comes tomorrow or Tuesday. He also announces national savings certificates will be issued across Australia this week, first batch on Wednesday.

Sydney Mr. Spender Spender Unil Australia

Wheat Growers Advocate Seeks Coalition Government

Mr Green, president of the South Australian Wheat Growers Association, urged a coalition ministry to thoroughly study difficulties facing wheat, wool, barley and other primary industries in Australia and improve the government’s approach to rural problems.

Adelaide South Australian Wheat Growers Association Mr. Green Australia Green

NSW Health Claim Questioned by Acting Minister

Canberra report labeled New South Wales the most unhealthy state in Australia. Acting Health Minister Mr. Primrose denied this, noting NSW has the largest population so higher infection rates are expected. He said the percentage of men rejected for ill health was higher in other states too.

Sydney Canberra New South Wales Australia Mr. Primrose Commonwealth A.L Primrose

Anglo-Italian settlement discussed amid war cabinet plans

The government views the Anglo-Italian settlement as crucial with War Cabinet to consider recruiting the 7th Division of the Second ALF and appointing a new chief. Britain warns Italian ships not to load coal at certain ports and awaits broader trade talks following Lord Halifax's Friday talks with Signor Bastiani.

War Cabinet A.lf General Staff Squires British Press Association Lord Halifax Signor Bastianni Sunday Times

Commonwealth Faces Office Shortage and War Economy Push

Canberra officials plan a £700,000 main administrative office block as crowded current offices force a move. Officials argue cheap money and low construction costs make this year best for building, with rentals saved in Melbourne offsetting some costs. proposed transfer of the Postmaster General's Department to Canberra and ongoing evacuation policy influence coalition shifts in the Menzies government.

Canberra Hieles Postmaster General Melbourne

Auckland Harbour Board chairman linked to waterfront labor unrest

Auckland Harbour Board chairman Mr Darlow allegedly warned an active minority in the Waterside Workers Union would halt overseas work. The union denies the charge and demands an apology. Darlow refused to withdraw, and the union will not work overtime without a new award. He warned free labour could be found if work does not resume Monday. The Drivers' Union may back wateride workers and the dispute could spread to other unions.

Wellington N.Z Auckland Harbour Board Darlow Drivers’ Union Wateraide Bydney Federal Arbitration Court Bir Beeby Hughes

Wheat market proposals link Canada Britain and Australia

American interests circulate a proposal for Britain to buy all its wheat from Canada and for Australian growers to sell surplus in the Orient. Prospects for renewed Oriental demand for Australian wheat look favorable but shipping facilities are limited. A suggestion to unload Australian wheat at American Pacific ports and move overland to the eastern seaboard is deemed impractical due to high landing charges.

London Britain Canada Orient American Pacific America Estern Seaboard

Military talks open in Ankara with Allied leaders

In Ankara on a Sunday Marshal Sir William Mitchell and General Janaud arrived to open military discussions. Mitchell leads Middle East forces while Janaud commands the French Air Force in the Mediterranean, signaling high level talks with allied commanders.

Ankara Aip William Mitchell Middle East Janaud Adr Mediterranean

Hitler to Speak at Heroes Memorial Day Ceremony

Berlin announces Hitler will speak at noon tomorrow in the Berlin Armoury Museum for the Heroes Memorial Day Ceremony.

Berlin Hitler Berlin Armoury Museum

Australian coal strike to idle more than 200 pits

The Australian coal industry faces a planned nationwide strike with over 200 pits in multiple states ceasing production and about 25 000 workers including engineers drivers and firemen set to walk out. Meetings warn railway unions against joining the stoppage as government and union leaders weigh compulsory conference options.

Sindway

Capture of German Sailors in British Internment Port

More than 100 German seamen were landed at a northern port for internment after ships were captured or scuttled. A British steamer Thuresce sank believed to be due to a mine while rescuing a crew of French vessel survivors. a lone boy was saved as the sole survivor.

London Thuresce Il Io Thurston

Canadian Elections Update in Ottawa

Ottawa reports nearly 600 candidates line up for the Canadian elections with many four corner contests. Liberals remain strongly positioned though the race appears wide with intense competition across seats.

Ottawa

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