16 May 1939
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 16, 1939
Page
1
Prolonged cheering greeted Prime Minister Menzies as he declared in Sydney that the Commonwealth Government would not observe the policy of isolation. The crowd praised Britain and Australia’s move, with supporters arguing the nation must align with wartime duty and international unity under Allied leadership.
Tokyo reports routing 26 Chinese divisions and two brigades in the May offensive. Japanese forces move toward a new operation, retaining Wuhan gains and trapping retreating Chinese near Anlu while penetrating defenses beyond Tsaoyang. Communications cut between First and Fifth war zones as Tokyo expands reach.
An obscure notice discusses motor vehicle insurance focusing on third party liability. It references state actions and upcoming changes, noting the need for policy awareness and potential adjustments in coverage terms. The fragment mentions a forthcoming discussion or decision affecting motorists and insurers, with emphasis on legal/administrative steps.
A former bank clerk, Manihay Higgins Seushans, was found guilty today of attempting to steal about £1000 from a Sydney area savings bank. The case, heard at Aurars Higgins court, resulted in a year’s gaol with possible additional penalties.
A government note reports Australia's export price in April fell by 15.7 percent from the same month a year earlier. The export price index sits around 60 points, with twenty principal commodities making up about AB percent of the nation’s exports.
London report quotes former Australian Governor-General Lord Stonehaven at Oxford. He warns that returning German colonies would be a perfect calamity and that Germany would not be bought off. He argues Britain is fivefold more formidable than in 1914 and warns of a likely war outcome.
Melbourne welfare society intends to take similar action to Sydney welfare groups by conducting a voluntary census of refugees arriving in Melbourne. The move aims to check arrivals and gauge sympathy among agencies, as societies consider support paths.
Monty Bloe presided as Labor parity discussions opened at the conference. Methusine unions agreed to affiliate with the Labour Party, while the Walhamstown Wraweh athe Failermakers union embraced affiliation after two years of individual membership. The SYMMY, Monday, noted party unity against a central labor voice. C.K. Marti was elected Ind. Tah. member for Waverley, with cautions over expediency and ideals of democratic central control.
Fragmented OCR text describes an Anglo Turkish pact with unclear terms and references to Turkey possibly abandoning allies. The garbled phrases mention lines, newspapers, and positions but lack coherent events, dates, or concrete actors beyond Turkey and Britain. No verifiable outcome or location is clear from the readable fragments.
Monday reports outline defence proposals including 140 days extra training for mayor ferry ats 20 days for the army conscript and creation of anti aircraft stations on certain paints.
Sydney reports that race clubs and metropolitan representatives pressed for stricter enforcement of betting laws. Chief Secretary Gok acknowledged proposals to curb violations as authorities review the Gaming and Betting Amendment Act. Remaining questions center on enforcement measures and compliance during race meetings.
Admiral Nobla departed Amoy aboard the H.M.8 Birmingham to investigate Amoy's occupation. Japanese forces move to secure control of Amoy international settlement and nearby Keanu as authorities plan Friday action.
Berlin dispatch reports Adolf Hitler inspecting the Siegfried Line and other western fortifications during a Sunday tour. He reviewed fences and related defenses as part of a routine inspection.
Reported moves point to Poland and Germany clashing over Danzig. Polish officials plan talks in Moscow with Soviet Foreign Affairs, while 40000 German tourists are said to have entered the city to take part in a Brown Shirt parade. Authorities deny a putsch or water protest plans.
Fragmented OCR notes show a speech with Signor Mussolini cited in Turin on a unity theme. The text mentions restoring factory power, easing chronic problems, and a stated policy of the motor despite a cooled international rhythm, with the remainder of the speech left in noctal policy.
The official text of Signor Mussolini’s Turkn speech advocates a march with Germany to secure peace with justice in Europe. The agency report notes a similar stance, emphasizing unity with Germany on European issues and a desire for lasting peace.
A damaged notice describes a man named Thiredyt Hayne and others at Vive Whinen's Home. Police seek documents and letters to learn more about her life amid unclear events and possible past duties.
London dispatch reports that five bombers will fly from England to New Zealand, with early June departure and subsequent batches at two month intervals. The mission aims at routine delivery flights, with no plan for setting records.
Prime Minister Menzies told a Sydney Town Hall reception that Australia’s great problems require cooperation not hostility. He argued government decisions aim at common good, joked about seeking public advice, and rejected over-governance while stressing happiness and welfare as the measure of good government.
Bulgarian victims described as highway robbers shot by a bodyguard after an incident near Indjekelly Kurest. Rumors claim police killed them while escaping. Three survivors fled and police investigation underway as Under Secretary for the Interior visits to assess Bulgarian minority sentiment.
Industrial Labour groups in Cootamundra report Mr R O'Brien of Contammanddrits plans to oppose the next elections. O'Brien, long involved in politics, aims to challenge the Industrial Labour Party in Wagga and Contamundra districts, signaling an active campaign.
Speakers at the Blontsh Federation annual conference in London rejected Britain's Palestine policy. Rabbi Partawaig, chairman of World Jewish section, warned Jews could be forced into a ghetto ruled by corrupt, blood-stained authorities.
The Industrial Labour Party leader Mr W. Tavans says a national Labour Council approach is possible. He notes the executive will decide after Trades Unions meet next Thursday night. Northern Goaland MPs may align with the Hebron Group as the party considers going all in.
A Sydney conference between the Royal Australian Air Force and newspaper leaders agreed on image gathering rules for air crash coverage. Photographers may shoot aircraft wrecks after consult with RAAF officials and review by senior officers, ensuring coordination before public use.
The Empress of Australia, en route to Quebec, faced dense fog and ice floes, remaining about 1,080 miles east of Quebec at 9 am Eastern Standard Time. Officials doubt arrival before Wednesday. landings for Their Majesties were scheduled for Monday, with weather conditions altering plans and possible Ottawa visit cut by two days.
A vague incident describes a man bitten on two fingers by a death adder. He reportedly blew the snake and his injured fingers off with a double barrel gun, then sought hospital care for treatment.
Wellington reports the Medical Health Scheme controversy over maternity benefits. Doctors oppose paying patients directly, arguing impracticality, while the ESMLA president urges government acceptance of expert advice to salvage any workable program.
London reports that Leopold Bavilie, noted constructor of the Singapore naval base, travels by sea to confer with government representatives about repairs and dry dock facilities, outlining a key maritime defense development.
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