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Canberra Times

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Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 03, 1940

Page

5

Britain Diverts Mediterranean Shipping Amid Tensions

The Times diplomatic note says Britain widened its move beyond Italy’s anti British stance to curb Italian delays while Norway news lags. Belgrade reports Yugoslav precautions and hopes for a trade pact with Britain. The diversion is partial, affecting through traffic not overall Mediterranean trade. London and Berlin exchange cautious signals as Italy resists further Western differences.

London the Times Britain Italy Norway Belgrade Count Ciano Foreign Office Ministry For Propaganda

Dutch East Indies naval plans draw debate over force levels

In Tokyo on Thursday a Navy spokesman commented on the Dutch East Indies plan to build battle cruisers and a new base at Sourawhaven. He questioned the need for such formidable forces, noting no retirement reason for heavy weapons.

Tokyo Dutch East Indies Sourawhaven Navy

VEHICLES FOR A I R SPENDING 600000 ON SUPPLIES

The War Cabinet approved funds for Sixth Division transport with 600000 pounds allocated. First instalment 438000 pounds was shipped. additional vehicles valued at 200000 pounds to be purchased.

A.i.r ALF War Cabinet

Kingston Stores Spotlight New Neon Sign and Local Appointments

The Kingston area sees Fulton’s Self Service Stores unveil a white light neon sign reputed to not colour objects. J Kearney becomes manager of J B Young Py Ltd Civile Centre mercery branch opened with new displays. G Wilson leaves Kingston for Canberra. Mrs Wilson plans Blue Mountains home after Sydney holiday. Modern Furnishings adds K Hume as interior decorator with 20 years of hotel experience. Mother's Day window at Canberra Cafe Kingston features white display and gift suggestions. Snowa Civic Centre reports busy AC T Police Art Union ticket sales with competition among staff. proceeds aid the Wor Foundation.

Kingston Fulton J. Kearney Wagen J. B. Young Py Ltd Civile Centre Modern Furnishings Ltd K. Hume Hume Sydney Canberra Des. Mildner Snowa Civic Centre Snow AC T. Police Art Union Wor Funda

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