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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 15, 1939

Page

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Britain and France clash over post Munich policy in early vote

Paris reports the Chamber of Deputies backed Premier Daladier 275 to 230 amid tensions over foreign affairs and finance. Daladier denied shifts since Munich and defended rearmament while Bonnet in London praised closer Franco British cooperation and a firm stance against domination.

Paris Chamber of Deputies M. Déladier Sociailat Daladier London Alliance Francaise Southampton M. Bonnet France Great Britain M. Daludler Britain

Non aggression Balkan pact move announced in Commons

London reports Prime Minister Chamberlain announced Britain and Turkey will seek a long term reciprocal security pact. They vow mutual aid if aggression leads to war in the Mediterranean while awaiting a final agreement. Franco Turkish talks and Balkan security are also noted.

London Mr. Chamberlain House of Commons Great Britain Turkey France Sanjak of Alexandretta Balkans Teocurtty Alaskana

Italy S policy defined ready to march with Germany Rome

Mussolini declares no present European crisis justifying universal war and outlines a possible Axis push with Germany. He warns rivals that an impregnable union could form through the Ttslo-1 mm Alliance, while calling for vigilance against perceived superficial fascist errors and urging a united people in Italy to resist missing a grand strategic chance.

Gary Necenamy Frention Germany Europe Masolini Aga Chair Alps

Spain's Air Bow Declaration by General Franco

General Franco praised Italy and Germany's air support and vowed Spain would stand firm in war, declaring peace impossible and readiness to act. Mussolini echoed demand for unity of democracies while noting recent violence and alleged peace failures by rival powers. He asserted resolve to pursue victory across continents regardless of outcomes.

Madrid Franco Ang Live Sart Spain Tt Force Italy Mussolini Haly Germany Japan

Australian ideals tied to Britain and US at World Fair

At the New York World's Fair opening of the Australian pavilion, Trade Commissioner LR MacGregor praised both Britain and the United States for shaping Australian ideals and traditional values. He noted American influence, origins from the post American War of Independence, and compared Australian democracy to American democracy while affirming loyalty to the United Kingdom and fellow Commonwealth nations.

New York LR. MacGregor Britain United States Australia Australis United Kingdom Biazen Hla

Danzig Poles Ready to Defend Warsaw

An official communique declares any attempt to alter Dan zig state of affairs will meet immediate Polish military action. Poland remains in readiness for war as propaganda lines aim to sway Britain and France on Danzig and the Polish Corridor.

Istanbul Rusaia Riesetench Great Britain Poland France Italy Germany Warsaw Danzig Britain Danaig

Aerodromes provision for capitals urged by minister

AMSBOURNE Sunday The Minister for Civil Aviation Mr Fairbairn appealed to state governments and municipal councils to build aerodromes wherever possible. He noted the Commonwealth Government would finance part of the cost but defence commitments prevent full support now. He urged each capital city to have two aerodromes a commercial one and a military and training one.

Amsbourne Fairbatray Commonwealth

Two RAF training planes collide in Cabkrm Woods

Two Royal Air Force training planes collided and crashed in Cabkrm Woods during landing from Gravesend airport. Flying Officer J E Spanton was killed and three other occupants were injured, including Flying Officer F R Matthews who was critically injured and previously an instructor at the London Aero Club in 1930 during a bid to beat Hinkler's solo flight record.

London Royal Air Force Cabkrm Woods Gravesend J. E. Spanton F. R. Matthews Ofeer Matthews London Aero Club Hinkler

Bulgarian Greek frontier clash leaves casualties on both sides

A Belgrade report states a major officer and three soldiers killed, five soldiers wounded after Bulgarian forces attacked two Greek frontier posts. Greek counter attack reportedly recaptured a frontier point, with ten Bulgarian soldiers killed and nine wounded.

Belgrade Pont, Wiling

Border Incident at Warsaw Involving Wounded German Subject

Report from Warsaw on a frontier incident where a Polish ferryman fled while a German subject wounded crossing the river in a boat reportedly sought return to Germany. Allegations point to German recruitment activity aiding the escape.

Warsaw Germany Leer

French Offer to Syria Sparks Diplomatic Clash

A scrambled report details a raid on Brno police headquarters by Black Shirts, 21 Faona arrested, and a tense scene in Prague. It mentions Syrian passports, French High Commissioner statements, and alleged plans tied to a broader push for independence and refugee policy, with unclear references to Meirat and German authorities.

London Black Shirts Brno Faona To Meirat Bunday Umm McA Suahas Prague Core Tisnan Pravice Ita Syria Ith M. Ce Kole Menapaper

African Nation Register Event Organized in Johannesburg

A women’s association of the Nations Register is being organized at Johannesburg, according to a correspondent of The Times.

London Johannesburg the Times

British Trade Review Sees Firm Market Amid Inflation Fears

The Investors' Chronicle calls an inflationary boom widespread yet unsound as markets stay firm but cautious amid unsettled international tensions. It notes German economic strain, Franco loans to banks if tied to Axis guarantees, and Sweden France Canada and America trade flows shaping rearmament.

London Investors’ Chronicle

Royal visit delays icebound royal tour in Quebec

Fog and ice caused postponements in the royal progress to Quebec City. The Empress of Australia arrival was put off to Monday night at the earliest, delaying official functions in Quebec and Montreal. The King and Queen faced further schedule shifts as Ottawa announced events would move to Tuesday, with much of the voyage affected by weather and ice warnings.

Quebec Quebec City Australia Petore Mackensie King House of Commons Ottawa Montreal de Witt Ottaw Yensel England Claigens Telegraph O Town Ganada London Empire Ing Canada

Balbo’s Cairo Visit Emphasizes Fascist Ties to Moslems

Marshal Balbo spoke in Cairo before departing for Tripoli, praising Fascist benefits to Moslems in a propagandist interview. He avoided thorny talk with Egyptian officials, stressing Italy’s influence since Simon’s era and noting no mention of local residents while claiming progress.

Cairo Tripoli Marshal Balbo Simon Italy

Two Policemen to Stand Trial

Two policemen named Sergeant Orel Kirk and Constable John Rowland were committed for trial on a police inquiry. Details of the case are sparse due to fragmented OCR text. The report notes an investigation by police authorities and references a court that will decide their fate.

Wentworth Orel Kirk John Rowland

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