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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 20, 1939

Page

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Arabs Reject Palestine Plan Amid Jerusalem Tensions

Egypt reports it cannot advise Arabs to accept the White Paper and joins Saudi Arabia and Iraq in disapproval. A Higher Arab Committee will meet in Layrauth to decide next steps. Demonstrations across Palestine flare with 450000 Jews marching, clashes in Jerusalem, Haifa, Jaffa, and Tel Aviv, and reinforced security forces patrolling the streets.

Caire Britain Egypt Iraq Layrauth Ciiding 20 Albalagh Palestin Walaa Uns Tel Aviv Faemer Bri- Asia Palestine Jerualem Haifa Jaffa Dewinl

Espionage and Espionage Cases Highlight U S Plans

Washington reports detail moves to combat espionage as Gen Hoover outlines courses for espionage offices in Puerto Rico Panama Canal Zone and the Philippines. A 300000 dollar fund is renewed to target spies extortionists and undercover rings.

My Hoover Army Air Navy Coutse Puerto Rico Pahama Canal Zone Philophins

Germany Eyes Non-Aggression Pact With Neighbors

Berlin reports a communique says negotiations with Ruthenia Moravia and Denmark for a non aggression pact with Germany are near completion The Danish Foreign Minister Colonel Munch says the pact aligns with neutrality and denies threats to Sweden Norway or Finland who also decline any non aggression agreement with Germany.

Berlin Ruthenia Moravia Denmark Germany Munch Sweden Norway Finland

Gandhi Confesses Fast Misplaced In Rajkot Context

Bombay Times correspondent reports Gandhi says his March fast was misplaced and that addressing Rajkot ruler Rhakor Saheb and adviser could have solved the issue. He mentions the Gwyer award as ill-advised and renounces it, angering Moslemmant Boayats and not apologizing to Moalen.

London Rakot Gandhi Cosrcton Bombay Times Te Ahold Rhakor Saheb Rajkot Hia Gwyer Nat Moalen Hayals

Japan Favors Anti-Comintern Pact Shift

Tokyo reports a refined formula for strengthening the Anti-Comintern Pact replacing a Germany Italy military alliance. The draft excludes military or economic pledges but tightens Japan’s stance against the Soviet Union while keeping it free of wider quarrels. East Asia implications rise as Japan shifts toward one of the rival world blocs.

Japan East Asia

Czech gold dispute over loan terms harms Czech, German talks

Fragmentary report notes Czech National Bank deposited £6000, German delegates demand surrender of a team in London. German demand tied to interest settlement on Britain loan against the Czechs amid control issues in a disputed area.

London Cermany Landon

Japanese Move Feared Against Shanghai

Shanghai reports a major Japanese bid to dominate the International Settlement with mobilized troops and barricades. The action aims to quell anti Japanese elements while reporting on Chiang Kai-shek's speech sparks further tensions.

Shanghai London Daily ‘Telegraph Ing Sinere Chiang Kai-Shek

Hungary Attacks Britain's Encirclement Policy

Budapest reports Foreign Minister M. Coaky condemned Britain's encirclement plan as a sham aimed at pressuring nations. He warned that nations honoring their dignity must avoid double promises and refrain from pledging in uncertain futures.

Budapest M. Coaky Britain Vollny Vau Inter Nation

Franco in Madrid Victory March headline bold parade

The Madrid correspondent of the Times reports General Franco entered Madrid marking the war’s end. About 139,000 Spaniards, 10,000 Italians, and 2,000 to 4,000 Germans are to march past Franco, led by General Saliquet, with naval and military units following. A speech on the government’s future plans is anticipated as pigeons release messages of victory. Burgos also marks the end of the war with a two day celebration and a public holiday.

London Franco Ministry of the Interior Madrid Times Franca Spain Menmages Burgos Lloyd George Tiveryone Russia Frasen M. Meisky

War news muddled by OCR from a fragment

Fragmentary OCR text reports French actions and war context with scattered names and locations. Key entities are unclear, but reference to battle lines, orders, and potential ports or theaters suggests a brief wartime note. The readable items include mentions of France, possibly Paris, and references to military events amid confusion.

Arms for China questioned in House of Commons

London Thursday debate records Under Secretary for War R A Butler stating that among arms and munitions moving to China, war material of German origin had surpassed every other country since hostilities began, while noting not all arms for China passed through British territory.

London House of Cominona China

Exiled Polish Leader Returns to Lead Peasant Party

Former three time Prime Minister Witoh returns from self-imposed exile to rejoin politics in Warsaw. He is declared leader of the peasant party amid claims of 2,000,000 supporters and vows Poland will stand united to defend independence.

Warsaw Witoh Upholm i Poland

Ex Minister Attacks Public Works Committee in Debate

Ex minister Cameron attacks the Public Works Committee over an inconsistent Canberra Hospital report. He contends the inquiry is flawed and calls for a full House debate to question whether the committee should continue. The dispute centers on evidence and cabinet decisions affecting hospital funding.

Kingaford-Smith Canberra Darwin Randwick Mill Twin St Cameron Boedheee MA Well Gethin Tiwaa Cameron Minter Mealth Poll Public Works Committee

Anglo Soviet alliance talk signals limited London debate

The Soviet Ambassador M Maisky will visit the Foreign Office area tomorrow as Britain weighs a potential three power pact with Russia. Officials note reciprocity in defence and cautious optimism that Moscow may join with Franco Britain against fascist forces, while the Madrid victory theme and Moscow’s stance colour the diplomatic mood.

Idon M. Maisky Times Tia

Mr. Casey Says He Does Not Seek Dictatorial Power

Sydney report notes Mr Casey denying any wish for dictatorship. He states no inter powers were granted to him as he prepared to depart for Bria bene. The brief mentions his view on the need for cooperation among government departments and organizations.

Sydney Mr. Casey

Debating Committee Debate Highlights Names and Disputes

Fragmented transcription shows a heated House discussion with Mr Frost and Mr Cameron clashing over committee submission, minority reports, and accountability. The dialogue references Bootharse, Perth, Nairn and Holloway, with calls for adjournment and further replies to extraordinary statements.

Frost Mr. Cameron Cameron Booth Arse Aga Perth Nairn

Pilot Lost Control of Machine At Sea

A pilot aboard a marine vessel lost control of the aircraft as rough seas challenged the crew. Coast guard responders searched the area for the missing pilot, with authorities coordinating air and sea assets.

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