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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 27, 1940
Page
1
Reports from London and Istanbul indicate Italy seeks stronger Balkan influence as talks with Count Teleki and other officials unfold. French leaders discuss a united Europe while warning Russia against further aggression. Observers note Italy’s Yugoslav pact anniversary tests and Greece receives Hitler greetings amid balancing Balkan interests.
Sydney Tuesday Sir Sydney Snow, chairman of the New South Wales UAP, declared at a Country Convention that the Commonwealth election was near. He noted recent events in other States make party effort essential and warned electorates Macquarie Eden Monaro and others could be affected. The conference urged government action to curb large estates, fund rural roads, and redirect tourist road money to municipal councils. A motion sought compulsory Margarine clearing to distinguish it from butter.
London reports that for the first war week no British or Allied ship was sunk ending Sunday. Submarine activity shifts to unarmed neutral shipping with eight vessels sunk totaling 16 561 tons, none convoyed. German losses exceed 200 000 gross tons, about 73 percent of their fleet.
Yesterday a magnetic storm is said to have cut Britain off from America and Scandinavia and disrupted short wave transatlantic radio for fourteen hours. The Post Office calls it the worst in 34 years. The aurora was seen in Bologna and West Bulgaria as the storm eased today. some question whether a sun spot caused the event since the currently visible spot should not theoretically cause the magnetic disruption.
The Times reports the inauguration next Sunday of the National Government of China led by Wang Ching-wei under Japanese influence. A Nanking conference of occupied provinces crafted a new administration amid guarding forces, with mixed reception among Chinese and differing views between Japanese army and government.
The Commonwealth Parliament Party rejects the NSW Labour Conference anti war hands off Russia stance. Curtin states Labour backs Britain against Germany and warns against alignment with Germany. He affirms no new defence policy by state conferences and reaffirms commitment to British Commonwealth unity. Prime Minister Menzies criticizes Labour neutrality and anti British stance amid war.
In Copenhagen the government banned sale of many goods from midnight to fund wartime needs. The measure, tied to imminent new taxes, triggered a rush on shops as residents prepared for price changes and shortages.
Several writers in the press suggest a Western Front offensive may still be possible. Analysts cite cautious leadership and a looming attack, with speculation a mystery weapon could target fortifications and commanders holding decision timing.
Newcastle reports 6000 workers at B H Proprietary steel works poised to close next week unless coal strike ends. Subsidiaries Lysaghts and Stewart and Lloyds likely to shut. 500 laid off today as dismissals mount. City faces severe economic upheaval with over half its population linked to steel employment. Rothbury miners form federation but 26 of 300 attend meeting amid warnings of dismissal. Police oversee peaceful proceedings.
Washington reports that Finland orders five modern torpedo boats from the United States after the peace with Russia and seeks League help for reconstruction. Helsinki notes express gratitude for wartime aid and vows to strengthen defenses amid ongoing Soviet pressure.
Monday an Italian airman Sergeant-Filot Marty Luzaldo landed at the Port of Nice after forced descent due to winds. Initial reports said he deserted and did not wish to live in Italy, but police later said he was not a deserter and would be allowed to return to Italy.
A special arrangement relates to the World Series and other information gatherings used in compiling the lower‑order intelligence published in aKeeze and a right on Austral wood. The text notes a reserved status and mentions the Hew.
The Daily Telegraph notes nearly £50 million in Dominion loans due in the next 10 months, including £18,000,000 Queensland 5 percent. It suggests authorities may prefer earlier conversion before new Government borrowing in the year.
News in Brief from CATRO reports a New Zealand Expeditionary Force rugby team defeating British combined services by 20 to mid. Brussels notes anti-aircraft fire against an unidentified high flying plane south of the city. Scandinavian and German reports follow about ships sunk and crews lost near Scotland.
Reports from Rome Paris and London discuss moves to reshuffle the British cabinet amid World War II pressures. Observers note calls for a smaller War Cabinet and potential inclusion of opposition leaders, with ministers under scrutiny for suitability and impact on the war effort.
A widespread Royal Air Force raid over Germany is suggested by the abrupt, nearly instantaneous cut of Hamburg and Berlin radio programmes. Reports indicate station signals were silenced, disrupting broadcasts across major cities.
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