13 Mar 1940
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 13, 1940
Page
1
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London reports Scandinavian hopes for an early Russo Finnish peace fade as Finnish delegates remain in Moscow amid British and French aid pledges. Chamberlain promised French aid, while German and Swedish reactions reflect tension over a widening European crisis and Finland's resistance.
Rome reports show Mussolini refused any war unless cowed by pressure, with Krussolini signaling Italy would not join a war of aggression. The Vatican and Pope remain cautious about peace plans and broadcasts, while talks in Rome hint at a broader European crisis tied to Britain and the anticipated arrival of Mr. Welles.
The German Foreign Minister urged Hitler for new instructions as Italy and Germany coordinate efforts with the Vatican. Vatican influence aimed at shaping Roosevelt toward mediation while Berlin and Rome seek a united front before any military decision.
Report notes Austrian sentiment divided with opposition to the Nazis while RAF leaflet raids over Vienna appear most effective, spreading anti Nazi messages and government criticism.
The Jamsaheb of Nawanagar said princes backed Britain after full consultation, presenting a unanimous attitude on the treaties.
News from New York indicates the Australian Woolgrowers Council has urged Britain to reduce wool prices. Importers fear market damage and a drop in demand as dealers and manufacturers anticipate lower Australian wool prices.
London reports show Sumner Welles, U S envoy, gathering British views on Europe as he meets Chamberlain and Halifax at the Foreign Office. The Times notes his impression that Britain and France aim to resist German aggression and avoid a patched up peace.
Yesterday posted the second hottest March reading in Canberra with a maximum around 92 degrees by noon and 74 degrees earlier. Officials note the long standing March record was 83 degrees set in 1938 and the day approached that mark with temperatures fluctuating through the afternoon.
The radio reports Turkey has recalled its ambassadors from Rome Bucharest Moscow and Sofia to Ankara for consultations on the international situation.
London notes broadcast by Mr John Keynes outlines a government plan to borrow large sums monthly as a deferral of spending. He argues capital levy and wartime credit would be used to fund the war and later repaid with interest, aiming to equalize gains from wartime earnings and adjust postwar prices.
Navy dispatches from London report casualties, listing a casualty noted by the Admiralty with brief details. The notice cites dates and ships involved, reflecting a formal tally of losses and affected crews.
The Country Party approved Mr. Menzies terms and talks with Prime Minister Menzies and Country Party Leader Cameron began. Key issues include ministerial swaps and the motor car agreement, with possible shifts in government composition and ongoing parliamentary votes.
The meeting discussed likely changes after Country Party Ministers join the government. Potential reforms include wartime marketing pools, apple and pear schemes, and revised sale terms for wheat and wool. Increased growers’ representation and revival of the Mortgage Bank Bill were considered, with no clear stance on major wartime policy. Sir Earle Page urged dropping the motor car project. Mr. Menzies and Mr. Cameron met to discuss principles as the meeting adjourned to continue tomorrow.
A wartime note from the Oil Transport column cites a 3 850 000 ton tanker capacity for the Allied fleet at the war’s start, excluding government-owned vessels. It says current construction and chartered ships boost the fleet, with Norway and Holland adding 2 017 000 and 657 000 tons respectively, supporting Allied supply over the next six months.
Mr Casey Washington Australian Minister in Washington visited the Secretary to the Treasury Morgenthau and discussed the warehousing effect on supervision. The residence with a lagation office attached will be rented for fourteen months. location pending arrangements.
The M1 Ian line may close in Brisbane by week’s end if coal remains unavailable. About 10 000 people are expected to be directly and indirectly affected by the shutdown.
A wartime trade agreement between Britain and Norway assures continued commerce as conditions permit. The pact aims to sustain essential exchanges during hostilities and supports allied supply lines amid ongoing conflict.
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