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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 11, 1940
Page
3
Fragmentary OCR lists prices and items including perfume and blue ribbons with scattered dates such as 2/11 and 3/11, plus references to boxes and colors. It reads like market or catalog notes with partial product names and prices.
London report cites Sofia on diplomatic warnings to Britain France and other powers over Balkan adventures. Rome papers accuse London and Paris of provoking war in the Mediterranean while Austrian troop movements deepen, Belgrade notes neutrality in the Balkans, and Hungary signals German alignment.
The War Office reports a further 41 U-boat prisoners of war held in Britain, bringing total U-boat POWs to 268, including 30 officers and 238 other ranks. Also listed are 20 German Air Force officers and 44 other ranks as prisoners of war in Britain.
Churchill's BBC speech likely to air in Sydney between 1:15 and 5 p.m. on Sunday via 3L0 2BS and other stations. A rebroadcast is anticipated at 6:45 p.m. through JAR and other networks.
In Canberra yesterday Mr. Watkins urged action on Sir Leopold Savile's report for a capital ships dock site. War delays, late delivery of data, and the return of the report dated January 21 were cited, with the government saying the matter is under consideration.
German sources hint at a withdrawal from Narvik with defense shifted to Mosjon. Narvik said unimportant strategically. possibility of blowing up railway to Sweden and docks after years of repair. Air transports continue to land troops north and northeast of Narvik to strike Norwegian forces in the rear.
British forces have landed at Iceland to secure its safety against a German invasion and will withdraw after hostilities end. The move aims to deter German submarine bases and protect Icelandic administration. Reports note Allied actions in Norway and Greenland and RAF losses of 55 aircraft.
The United States announces an expansion of its air arm in New York with a major demonstration. The plan includes increased armored aircraft and the addition of anti aircraft guns to enhance defense.
After a day of rumours Prime Minister Chamberlain weighs resignation or a national government. Labour leaders Atlee and Greenwood meet him with Halifax and Churchill present. Reports note French cabinet changes under consideration and calls for a broad coalition led by Chamberlain or another Conservative.
Easts hope to win their first game at Manuka Oval in Canberra Cup action against RMC No 1. Norths Varsity have impressed with two wins while Duntroon and RMC No 2 fall to Varalty. Packed injury list and new referee set the stage for a fast high scoring match.
At a committee meeting the Queanbeyan Cycling Club set the race programme for the next six weeks with centre events listed first and all races run as handicaps. Tomorrow’s handicaps include riders such as Beratch, Mazon, Howe, O’Mara, McInnes, Hobson, Harrington, Cullen, Dun can, and many others across a range from 12 to 36 miles.
The Yarrowlumla Shire Council voted to apply to the Local Government Minister to create a new electoral riding for Captain's Flat and nearby areas, allowing two councillors and expanding the council to eight. Other actions included bush fire planning, water supply discussions, and compulsory demolitions of insanitary Captain's Flat homes.
National Football fixtures highlight Ainslie vs Royal Australian Air Force at Northbourne Oval and Eastlake vs Acton at Kingston Oval. Acton builds a strong squad with Captain Reg Watson and coach Roy Seton leading new and veteran talents amid a shift in Junior League fixtures.
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