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18 Mar 1940
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 18, 1940
Page
1
German Balkan diplomacy and Axis plans amid European realignments
The Sunday Observer reports Berlin aims for a Russia Italy Germany pact to cooperate east of the Rhine and redrawing of Baltic and Balkan states under German influence. It notes Turkish assurances to Britain and France, and Russian focus on Near East preparations while Hungary and Romania discuss independence amid minority demands on the Danube regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Europe
Near East
Rome
Romania
Sunday Observer
Germany
Russia
Italy
Baltic States
Rumania
Yugoslavia
Coal Strike Threatens Extended Action in Sydney
The Combined Miners Union leadership warned in Sydney that the coal strike could spread to other coal-reliant industries and transport if non union labour produced coal. President Nelson said mines cannot run on free labour and factories risk union withdrawals if they use non union coal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Long Unione
Nelson
Formiere
Peace Treaty Ratified by Finland in Helsinki
President Kallio signed ratification last night as Foreign Minister Paasikivi received Russian delegates. Kremlin talks were described as largely formal with five meetings and limited concessions from the Russians. Molotov stated they were not afraid of Britain or France, and Stalin was not seen. A draft of the agreement was presented on arrival and closely matched the original.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helsinki
Finland
Kallio
Paasikivi
Kremlin
M. Molotov
Britain
France
M. Stalin
Ambassadors deny German war report as false
In London and Washington officials deny a Berlin claim that the American Ambassador Kennedy warned Washington the Allies could not win. Kennedy calls the charge a fairy tale and the State Secretary Hull declares the report unsubstantiated and a plan to cause trouble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Mr. Kennedy
Washington
Curdell Hull
Berlin
Kennedy
B.A
Ales
Hull
Tle
Heavy Firing on Western Front In World War I Aims At Saar Vosges
Paris reports intense artillery action on the Saar region and Vosges front. The French communique notes repelled patrols and heavy firing along the Ethine while the War Office clarifies that unconditional leave for the British Expeditionary Force is untrue. Normal leave remains at eight months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Saar
Vosges
Ethine
B.E.F
London
War Office
Aix
United States Loses South American Trade to Britain and Japan
Buenos Aires correspondent reports that Argentina indicates a trade deal between Japan and the Allies ends U S hopes to regain lost South American commerce. The chemical industry once worth millions and U S electrical equipment trade are adversely affected as Britain and Japan gain leverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U.S.A
Britain
Japan
New York
Buenos Aires
United States
U A P Setback in Victorian Elections
In Melbourne the Labour and Country Parties gain strength while the United Australia Party loses seats. The UAP suffered losses in Castlemaine Kyenton and Bulla Dalhouse, with Hawthorne shifting to an Independent. Notable defeats include anti Dunstan Country Leader Hocking in Allandale, and a tight Milburn race between Allmutt and Rawlings. Two retiring women members Brownhill Ceelong and Weber are expected to be reelected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Labour and Country
Victorian
Australia
Labour
New Honse
Hewne
Ae Uy Labour
ULAR
Liberal Country Party
Castlemaine-Kyneton
U.A.P
Bulla-Dalhouse
Hawthorne
German raid on Scapa Flow hits ships in bold air strike
London dispatch reports a German air force attack on Scapa Flow with about 14 planes. Bombs struck several British warships causing minor damage. one civilian death and multiple injuries reported. German communique claims six ships hit and three battleships damaged with two more warships possibly damaged. Churchill notes allied navy not yet forced to use Soapy Flow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Suni
Geran
Feck
Scapa Low
Navy
Attmne
Air
Tunsia
Scapa Flow
Foss
Theyalva
Churchill
French Sink Two More Nazi Submarines
Naval sources report a U boat active since February first has been sunk. Dutch shipowners ordered to reroute across the North Sea toward Britain due to a new mine field. The Swedish steamer Taan reportedly sunk with nine survivors and ten missing. The British steamer Melrose was lost after an explosion with 24 aboard. a cook was rescued. The A.M.8 Malda was sunk by a mine. the commander and five ratings missing. Paradox also sunk by a mine. Norway protests Germany over the February 28 sinking of Niinholm and will seek compensation. Copenhagen notes fishermen plan to visit Berlin to discuss fishing on the Bank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melrose
North Ben
Cook
Admiralty
Malda
Paradox
Stockholm
Norway
Germany
Niinholm
Copenhagen
Berlin
Finns May Settle In North Canada
Ottawa reports a proposal to settle Finnish refugees in northern Canada during wartime. Officials believe an influx would help meet wartime labor needs and Finnish relief funds may cover the project costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North
Canada
Ottawa
Dominion
Sumner Welles in Rome fuels renewed peace speculation
The American envoy Sumner Welles visits Rome for talks with the Italian Foreign Minister amid renewed speculation that a peace proposal may be advancing, a view echoed by neutral papers though British observers see little foundation. Welles travels to London Monday after briefings with officials and ambassadors including Phillips and Mackensen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Sumer Welles
Rome
Sumner Wellen
Vedula
Caiint Clann
Welles
United States
Mr. Phillips
Herr Mackensen
Foreign Office
Britain
Paris
Lithuanian Jew Embarrasses Hitler in Poland
A New York Times Geneva correspondent reports a Lithuanian Jew named Adolph Hitter, age 1, provoking Nazi authorities in German Poland. The Zurich Jewish paper notes the village visit and suggests authorities resist returning home, fearing ridicule of the Fuehrer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Adolph Hitter
Poland
Geneva
New York Times
Hitter
Wiowhiwee
American Navy to Continue Pacific Operations From Pearl Harbor
The United States Navy plans to maintain ten surface vessels and about 350 aircraft in the Pacific, with bases at Pearl Harbor, continuing operations through April. The announcement marks ongoing U S presence and activity in the Pacific theater.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Padro
United States
Pacific
RAF Reconnaissance Flights Over Heligoland and Poland
Royal Air Force reports bomber command reconnoitered Heligo l Bigit and over Poland with RAF bomber squadron flight over Bus Ian. Coastal command plane fought an enemy bomber. the foe escaped in clouds. Berlin claims Nazi recon over Eastern France and the North Sea but London offers no confirmation. New York Herald Tribune cites delays in American fighter plane talks awaiting congressional inquiry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poland
Air Ministry
RAF
Bus Ian
Berlin
Wgh
France
North Sea
Japanese Soviet Troops Clash on Island Battle
Soviet patrol fired without warning wounding two Japanese and 12 Russians in a clash south of the island. The northern section remains under Soviet administration as reported from Tokyo.
Kanika Sinks Off Marrawah After Sudden Foundering
The Union Steamship Company's steamer Kanika of 1700 tons foundered off the West Point of Marrawah while en route from Strahan to Melbourne. The vessel sank within minutes with the captain and 23 crew members saving by lifeboats as the masts remained visible above water. The Kanika was a new vessel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burnie
Marrawah
Union Steamship Company
Strahan
Melbourne
Alleged Breach of American Zone in Waknama Incident
Bundy Pan Amerient Committee petitions against British violation of American safety amid sculling of the German ship Waknama on February 13. United States and 20 other republics respond to alleged breach and call for surrender of the involved vessel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Bundy
Pan Amerient Commmitter
United States
Mr Casey Inspects Planes for Australia
The Australian Minister Mr Casey visited Los Angeles to inspect ten Lockheed aircraft ordered for Australia. The tour verified delivery progress and noted remarks on aerial commerce and defense product plans tied to the Australia program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
Mr. Casey
Australia
Canadian Election Begins Postal Balloting for Service Members
Ottawa reports postal balloting starts for men on active service with civilians to vote starting March 2. The July 2 date appears in error and is not confirmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa
Japanese envoy to Chinese puppet rapidly poised for talks
Tokyo reports former Japan government member General Abe has met with Wahil Well Government officials. They expect Abe to depart for China early in April to discuss the One China policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tokyo
Japan
Abe
Wahi
Hha
China
Navy planes land at Canton Island on return to Honolulu
Six U S Navy bombing planes landed at Canton Island while returning to Honolulu from a long distance flight to Johnston Island. The operation is part of extended air maneuvers conducted by U S naval areas from Hawaii.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Honolulu
United States Navy
Canton Island
Johnston
United States Naval Areras
Fatal Dive at Coogee Baths Claims Sydney Piggott
Sydney Piggott, 42, of Surry Hills, died after diving from a spring into Coogee baths. He plunged about ten feet into eight feet of water and was found face down. he was rushed to hospital with a severe head wound.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Piggott
Surry Hills
Death of Duke of Hamilton reported in London
The death of the Duke of Hamilton is announced. He will be succeeded by the Marquis of Clydesdale, known as the Fighting Marquis. Clydesdale visited Australia years ago and fought in amateur boxing contests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Bundy
Duke of Hamilton
Marquis of Clydesdale
Lond
Clydesdale
Australia
Canadian election campaigning among troops overseas
Canadian electoral rules bar party labels on ballots for the March 26 vote. Conservatives and Liberal parties circulate lists of their candidates to troops at home and abroad to gain support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa
Canberra Football League plans and meetings outlined
National football news reports Tomorrow evening the annual Canhegra Football League meeting will set executive posts and discuss opening date, fixtures, and non delegate participation. A sub committee will report on a combined function to aid the Queen of Sport. South Melbourne officials visit Canberra seeking August 2 match. Training and coaching decisions noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canhegra
Queen of Sport
J. D. M. Dickson
South Melbourne
Dickson
Canberra
Acton
Mamuka
Aialis
al Manuka
Compa
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