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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 18, 1939

Page

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Britain May Send Marines To Kulangau Amid War Tactics

In Parliament ministers discussed possible action after Japanese violations near Amoy. A Chinese front reported heavy fighting around Tangbo and Tang Bo to threaten supply lines, while Chiang Kai-shek promoted foreign capital and a southwestern land reclamation drive to aid industry and refugee labor.

Ingkong Nanyang Creppling Japan Tangbo Han Bhihsian Tanoywng Pingh-i Cainese Tanytae Lang Mapk'ny Kiuklang Chungking Chiang Kai-Shen China

Japan's Neutrality in European War

London dispatch reports the Tokyo correspondent of the Daily Telegraph states Japan has definitively decided its stance in the event of a European war. The government’s position is described as neutral and nonbelligerent, with careful consideration of regional repercussions and pacifist obligations.

Japan London Tokyo Daily Telegraph

Defence Orders Held Up After Pacific Conference Delays

Reports from Wellington indicate defence orders, including expenditure of 1,000,000 pounds, remain stalled though decisions at the Pacific defence conference prompt the defence minister to speed up fulfillment. The text notes Britain involvement and a three year lag in implementation as momentum builds for action.

Wellington

Arms Profits and Debates in Beasley Case

In a Labour Party debate Mr Beasley and Rawalay discuss an armament firm tied to government contracts and prices via the Supply Department. The Opposition Leader absence leads to Mr Cameron and others challenging wartime waste and influence while addressing fears of sabotage and property rights.

Rawalay House of Representatives Frma Wide West Curtins Beasley Labour Party

Duke of Kent visits Diggers dinner in London

Governor-General designate H. R. H. the Duke of Kent attends the Diggers Abroad Association dinner at Grosvenor House London. He chats with Australian VC Lt. Leonard Keyzer famed for Gallipoli as Churchill appeals for Territorial Army recruits with Lord Mayor Sir Frank Bowater nearby. This is among the last photos before conscription.

H.R.H Duke of Kent Australia Diggers’ Abroad Association Grosvenor House Park Lane London V.C Leonard Keyzer Gallipoli Winston Churchill Territorial Army Churchill Frank Bowater

Ex Minister Denounces Military Heads in Defence Row

Deputy Leader of the Country Party Mr Thorby once Minister of Defence accuses senior officers in the Defence Department of being practical men needed for defence supply manufacture. He says no body among them is more capable of causing congestion in production.

Defence Department The Country Party Thorby Defence Commonwealth Defence Organisation

Non aggression rejects German military pact in Europe

Berlin reports Finland Sweden Norway and Finland rejected a German security pact while Denmark showed willingness to negotiate. Officials cited neutrality policies and concerns over civilian control of defence supplies and internal departments.

Sweden Norway Finland Denmark Willingse

Legislative push to cap essential commodity prices

In Aydeny the Premier announced in the Assembly that a bill will be introduced to authorize the Industrial of NBW to fix sea prices for bricks and create a commission to set maximum prices for food and other commodities. The move targets monopolies or contracts that keep prices high.

Aydney Btevens Fhve N.B.W

Premier Stevens backs Menzies reform push in Sydney luncheon

In Sydney Mr. Stevens endorsed the Prime Minister’s call for constitutional reforms. He praised Commonwealth ideas, stressing national responsibility for social security and balanced division of powers between the Commonwealth and the States. He urged practical development and meetings to address the reform task.

Sydney Menzies Mr. Stevens Commonwealth Stevens Uvat

Germany’s West Front In Berlin Turmoil Report

A fragmented Berlin dispatch notes British and German positions on the Western front. It cites 1 200 fortified posts around Berlin and mentions Papen’s return to Berlin from Wesel amid treason suspicions. The piece claims 435 000 troops and 85 000 engaged in a Turkey alliance mission, detailing uneasy wartime alignments.

Berlin Tuekday Hitler London Sokolongeiger Ua Papen Fone Turkey Wesel Black Potest Bia Germany

German Census Raises Racial Question Across Reich

Berlin reports a census tomorrow will require residents to declare racial affiliation alongside nationality and language. Warsaw papers note a Polish minority of about a million and warn the move could suppress minorities. Turmoil and fear are described in Polish cities as the census is framed as a turning point in ReichPolish minority relations.

Berlin Germany Warsaw Gazeta, Polska Reich Poliak

British reply to Soviet security plan discussed in London

The British government plans a prompt reply to the Soviet note on Eastern European security after meetings at the Foreign Office. Lord Halifax and the French Foreign Minister are due to discuss the issue and Geneva plans after a weekend in London. British officials deny any one sided action and consider potential pact terms under a Franco British alliance framework.

Foreign Office Mr. Chamberlain M. Bonnet Geneva Atmassador London M. Malsky WML League Council Fateud Sovit United Press Corres

General Franco Eyeing Italy Visit Says Turin Speech Marks

Popolo dItalia cites General Franco planning an early visit to Italy and praising Italy's leadership. The interview depicts Franco envisioning Spain leaning toward a republic with strong national unity under the supreme interest. He forecasts a spiritual affinity with Italy and a shared democratic trajectory.

Rome Popolo d'Tralls Franco Sying Duce Turin Ure Spain

Hazardous letter threats to MPs prompt police inquiry

Federal and Commonwealth investigators are probing letters to MPs claiming to threaten with explosive devices and chemical blinding agents. The writer warns of retaliation against "capitalist war-makers" and signs as "Go Eney," with envelopes claimed to be hazardous if opened.

Ignature

Axis Count Ciano to Visit Berlin for Two Day Military Talks

The Rome Berlin axis plans a two day visit by Count Ciano to Berlin starting Monday. The discussion will focus on military collaboration and signing arrangements, with German and Italian representatives expected to outline their joint programme.

Count Ciano Berlin Tuarday

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Britain Kulangau House of Commons Aps Pe Affairs Raul Ana Wadena Uba Yepu Hopel Arms Profits Mr. Beasley Oan Weny I. Cameron C.F Moray SR. Thorby Wodneeda Many Berl West Front European Security Plan Russia Itim Lord Halter Franco Italy Ints M’s,P Melbourne Itawan Aria
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