Drought Break Predicted in New South Wales
Mr. Inigo Jones forecast a drought relief break in New South Wales within a week as Nazi activity remains noted in China.
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Inigo Jones
New South Wales
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 30, 1940
Page
1
Empire Air Force to Send Australian Pilots Overseas
Minister for Air Mr Fairbairn announced the first batch of Australian pilots observers and air gunners would be on active service abroad before Christmas under the Empire Air Training Scheme The second school would be in Canada in spring and recruitment would start before April 17 mobile recruiting units would tour New South Wales Victoria and Queensland to ease enlistment. training facilities and temporary accommodations would be set up No 3 Squadron at Richmond is not yet scheduled to cooperate with the Age for deployment to Palestine
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Fairbairn
Canada
Ruawa
F.recruita
New South Wales
Victoria
Queensland
Lst
Air Force
Codra
Heat Wave Brings Melbourne Temperature Records
Melbourne saw three new heat records as the day reached 100 degrees. It marked the latest March century before, the first time 100 degrees or more on any March day, and the first ten March days above 90 degrees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Dutch Suspicions Grow Over Nazi Reporting
Amsterdam reports that Dutch officials doubt Nazi press neutrality claims. Intex news agency cites government warning that censoring of German ammunition reports is the business of the Netherlands Government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amsterdam
Nethlands
Allies watch subversive move across Asia during war era
The Shanghai dispatch reports Allied officials in Hanoi monitoring German penetration in Yunnan and potential French and British moves in Burma and Indo China. M Cosme warned Chiang Kai-shek the Yunnan position must liquidate in 21 days or France will seize the Hanoi Kunming railway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Shanghai
New York Times
Yunnan
Hanoi
Clark-Kerr
M. Cosme
Burma
Indo-China
Chiang Kai-Shel
Hanoi-Kunming
Dutch Spies Case Reveals Carpet Margin Clue
Charged with espionage for Germany, Van Hoeven of the Ministry for Economic Affairs received a two year sentence, and his chief clerk eighteen months. The police noted a carpet border on ministerial documents matching Van Hoeven’s home design, which proved decisive evidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amsterdam
Germany
van Hoeven
Ministry For Economic Affairs
Germany evades blockade with rising exports in Argentine trade
Buenos Aires report shows Germany increasing exports to Italy and Switzerland despite Allied blockade. February to March figures show Switzerland rising from 417000 pesos to 7 million and Italy from 2452000 to 11800000 pesos. Argentine sales reach 5447000 pesos versus 19658000 pesos in 13.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buenos Aires
Germany
Switzerland
Italy
Argentine
Britain Increases Air Strength Reveals New Fighter Types
British aviation officials outline plans to boost air power with several new aircraft in production. New long range fighters are expected to surpass current models, featuring higher speed, greater power, stronger armament, and extended range to match enemy types.
Perth's Crew to March Through City to Sydney Heads
A vessel named Perth with 5,000 sailors aboard MAS is to sail from Sydney Heads at 10 o clock Monday morning. The crew plans a march through the city as part of the voyage under treaty arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Perth
Air Battle Over North Sea Ends With Damaged Enemy Planes
Coastal Command reports ten P O aircraft on patrol over the Worth Sea engaged two enemy aircraft. One opposing craft was repeatedly hit and likely not reaching base. British Hudson damaged but returned safely after a half hour of fierce combat with fuel loss and engine trouble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Air Ministry
Coastal Command
Worth Sea
Blackout Tests in North East Britain Reported
A Comstal otomed off pilot tested blackout efficiency over north east Britain. Results were largely excellent with a 1,000 foot view of a town where a man lit a cigarette. Night scanning showed land and lawns merging into blackness and landmarks becoming indistinguishable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lontmos
Britain
Britain recalls envoys amid Balkan talks and Turkish envoy
The Foreign Office announced recall of all British envoys in southeast Europe and the Ambassador to Turkey to London for consultations with Lord Halifax. The Times diplomatic correspondent notes the recalls may be coincidental but linked by a drive for confidential Balkan information and reaction to German economic pressure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Foreign Office
South- East
Europe
Turkey
Lord Halifax
the Times
Balkans
Britain
Polish Aviators Join French Forces On Western Front
The West Front broadcast says the Siegfried line remains unfinished as thousands work feverishly on advanced positions and must sometimes seek shelter from enemy fire. It notes Polish aviators, newly trained crews, forming part of the French forces on the Western Front.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Gtraan
Weatern Front
Weaterp
Sugar price rise sparks regional adjustments in New South Wales
Reports from West Wyalong and Young describe price increases for sugar and Snat ter following appeals that existing prices were unfavourable in those markets. A price war in West Wyalong saw sugar sold well below the normal basic price as traders pushed for a better balance. London dispatch notes a bomber attack near Heligoland Bight with a near water impact after a dive, damaging equipment but returning to base.
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Belo
New South Wale
Commonwealth Prices
Ibs
West Wyalong
Young
Grier Lowns
London
Custom
Benn
Ita
Brander Leader of NSW Country Press Dies at 65
Sydney news reports the death of E W Brander 65 secretary of the NSW Country Press Association after a short illness at a North Sydney private hospital. He served nearly 40 years with the Provincial Press and led the association since 1920. The funeral will be at Northern Suburbs Cemetery after a Sacred Heart Church Pymble service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
BE. W. Brander
Country Press Association
Brander
Presa
N.S.W. Country Presa Association
T. M. Shakespeare
Pymble
Neutrality beacons rise along Denmark west coast
Thirteen neutrality beacons are being installed along Denmark's west coast to deter foreign aircraft from violating Danish territory. Bermuda seizes 1540 lb mail bound for the United States from a southwest-bound Clipper due to adverse winds. Fifteen Columbus crew unfit for service sail to Germany aboard the Tatum Maru. Yarn business tightens Bradford reports firm prices with restricted exports and strong top-weight demand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Copenhagen
Denmark
New York
Bermuda
United States
San Francisco
Columbus
Germany
Bradford
German Air Force Attacks Reported Near Shetland Isles
Berlin official news agency claims a British convoy off the Shetland Isles was attacked and scattered with several ships hit. It says a French destroyer in the English Channel was attacked and that RAF reconnaissance flights over the North Sea including the Orkneys continue with two planes not returned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Berlin
Shetland Isles
Channel
North Sea
Orkneys
Peace by Britain or France United on Joint War Aims
The Supreme War Council announces complete cooperation in postwar problems. Britain and France pledge no separate peace and mutual agreement on terms. They commit to lasting security guarantees and postwar unity to safeguard liberty and uphold European peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Britain
France
Great Britain
Chamberlain
Viscount Hallifa
Winston Churchill
Oliver Stanley
Kingsley Wood
Alexander Cadogan
Cyril Newall
Dudley Pound
Edmund Tronside
M. Reynald
M. Campinchi
M. Laurentegnac
M. Corbin
M. Alexis Leger
General Gamelin
Admiral Darlan
Genera Willemin
General Koells
Europe
Birmingham
Mingland
Allies Plan Vigorous Action Amid Neutral War Policy Debates
A London report states M Steynaud arrived seeking stronger Allied leadership and hints at a formal declaration of renewed action. Neutrals face two standards of warfare as Allied powers press for stricter blockade controls while German activity in Norwegian waters and trade with neutrals prompts concern. The piece notes Britain and France re evaluating the blockade and discusses Allied views on Soviet imports via Siberia and British measures against Soviet shipping in Chinese waters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Steynaud
London
Allien
Paris
Norway
Germany
Crermans
Europe
Russia
Siberia
Dutch Farmers Suffer as Sterling Falls and Grants Named
Falls in the sterling rate from 22.40 to 18.15 before the war cripple Dutch farmers. Government approves subsidies totaling 270000 pounds over seven months from April to support the pound and cut imported fodder prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comenhagen
Allies Win in Belfast War Talks Prediction
Dr Burgin says allies will win in Belfast emphasizing large scale engineering and trades. He argues Germany's trade is a trickle and Britain could pledge total war as raw materials in Germany decline cannot be replaced quickly from Russia or by Italy.
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Belfast
Burgin
Germany
Britain
Russia
Italy
Economics and budget battles shake House over security funds
and 102 0010,000 dollar labor and social security appropriation bill faces a larger increase than Roosevelt's budget. The Senate pledges higher agricultural funding, pushing lawmakers toward drastic cuts in supply bills including defense and debt limits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
House of Representatives
Roosevelt
Senate
Sumner Welles Reveals Secret About Tour
Washington dispatch reports Mr. Sumner Welles discusses a hidden aspect of his upcoming tour. The Secretary of State’s aide offers details on the目的 and timing of the itinerary while avoiding further disclosure.
NSW ALP rejects Hands Off Russia stance in Easter conference
NSW members of the Commonwealth Parliament dissociated the party from the Hands Of Russia resolution. They backed the Federal Executive declaration that the ALP has no affiliation with the Communist Party and that no Communist member is eligible for ALP membership. Lang’s strong remarks drew commendation from Country Party members. The metal workers union urged immediate cessation of hostilities and an International Russia talks push. Federal ALP president Fallon endorsed planning a Federal Executive meeting to clear policy misunderstandings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
New South Wales
Russia
A.L.P
Communist Party
J. T. Lang
Country Party
Commonwealth
Cameron
Metal Workers
Shewer
Shei Meta Workers’ Union
Shilbane
Fallon
Lie Alp
Labour
N.S.W
Sterling Rallies as Safeguard Talks Hint at Pact
Sterling closes at 3 dollars while trading range spans 3 61 to 3 00 as State Department signals possible reciprocal trade safeguards if depreciation harms U S commerce. Bank of Brazil halts dealings in sterling with suspension to take effect tomorrow in Rio de Janeiro.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
State Department
United States
Brazil
Rio DE Janiero
Bank of Brazil
Viti Oie
Elfvelive
German Fleet Movement Report From Rome Broadcast
Rome radio reported an unconfirmed claim that German warships left Wilhelmshaven to engage British forces patrolling contraband duties in the Skagerak. The broadcaster also said German merchant ships in Scandinavian waters were told to shelter at the nearest port. The Times Rotterdam correspondent notes Dr Ley’s "strength through joy" program arriving at popular English south coast resorts late summer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Wilhelmshaven
Skagerak
Rotterdam
the Times
Ley
War Savings Investment Subscriptions Reported Down
The Treasurer stated yesterday that subscriptions to savings certificates were lower than expected with fewer yeas than form T2 noted and overall investment in war savings affected.
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China
Empire Air Force
Richmond
Anea
Palestine
Wang Ching-wei
Yangtse
Wang
Manchukuo
Tiaraday
Ruasin
Urga
Kedier
Siegfried Line
E. W. Brander
Country Press
Supreme War Council
U.S.A
Summer Welles
Sumner Welles
C.P
Mr. 'S
Sterling
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