22 May 1939
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 22, 1939
Page
1
Amid Turin talks and Franco Italian diplomacy, leaders hint at possible cooperation if needed. Rome Berlin views warn of contingencies as discussions press for pacification and economic steps. Observers note heavy rhetoric and lingering mistrust between major powers as peace prospects waver.
AAT burglar from Tasmania is described as a prolific thief over four years. He received four years penal servitude after admitting two burglaries and living a life of crime with expedient methods. He allegedly claimed involvement in the famed theft of a jewel collection valued at 900,000, though proof remained elusive. The account notes injuries from a 1825 incident and hints at international flight attempts.
The Loan Council will decide deficits and the Treasury Bill proposal next month. Officials say the scheme would relieve pressure on the money market and speed public works funding, especially for defense needs. The Commonwealth Bank and Loan Council discuss the plan as a central funding option.
Police linked several hotel fires across Lancashire Yorkshire Eastbourne and Margate to suspected sabotage. Investigators found incendiaries and explosives clues amid damaged rooms, with authorities warning of coordinated attacks targeting lodging houses and tourism venues.
London reports the prime minister outlined that Britain would strengthen measures with permanent arrangements and seek broader support. He stressed no aggression in Britain’s policy and warned against blocs, urging a long term peace approach without conceding principles. Talks with Russia and Anglo French discussions were noted as part of efforts for a peace front.
The Dorman Lithuanian treaty was signed pledging a free port for Lithuania two miles south of Marna under German supervision. The agreement envisions Germany establishing a port facility and related trade infrastructure to bolster Baltic commerce and national status.
A Sunday dispatch from London reports accusations that Dr. Goebbels is the mastermind behind German propaganda while Britain insists others must honor the four year pact. In Sino Japanese front updates from Chungking Chiang Kai-shek’s forces claim massacres and rapid fortifications as 18,000 Chinese soldiers are said to have fallen. Japanese advances are described as sweeping toward the Tokio frontier with a running fight across the mountains and a claim of Christian-like prayers amid war.
The High Commissioner announced a temporary expansion of Australia's sugar export quota under the International Sugar Agreement, raising it from the 400 000 ton baseline to 443 002 tons. The move reflects wartime production declines and stock withdrawals, with future quotas expected to average around 415 000 tons.
Sydney report states there is no justification for delaying state developmental works for defence. The treasurer says the Prime Minister is considering a plan to bring defence works and developmental programs into five.
A crowd in uniform fires on the Polish Customs House in East Prussia and attacks the Polish Consul General upon his arrival. Police refuse protection, the chauffeur flees, and one person is wounded as authorities struggle to guarantee safety amid rising tensions.
Ottawa reports detail King George VI attending Parliament to deliver an address from the throne and grant royal assent to several bills. The event drew vast crowds. Queen Elizabeth II spoke publicly at the Supreme Court cornerstone ceremony while the royal couple toured Parliament buildings and Government House.
In Parliament Mr Chamberlain denied that Britain had sanctioned partial return of Czechoslovak assets held in London. The German seizure claim was dismissed as unfounded by the government in the House of Commons yesterday.
Long lines form as spectators endure hours of wait for the Davis Cup match. Fans crowd around the venue seeking entry and updates while officials manage admission and security amid a bustling atmosphere.
Crowds gathered in Warsaw for a Davia Cup match between Poland and Ottawa Germany, amid oncourt confusion and a royal balcony appearance. A blunder by a German player sparked commentary as the King watched the event unfold with long crowds awaiting an outcome.
The Air Ministry reports a secret Met the Briato Beaufort night-wing monoplane ordered for manufacture in Australia has been canceled. The new machine is described as faster with low 1080 hip power and air cooled engines, Bristol Taurun alewve.
The King and Queen express hope to visit Australia and New Zealand again. They recall their prior trip with remarkable memory and show interest in Australian affairs, noting glorious memories of both countries.
The captain alleged fatigue affected Henkel in doubles with Metaxn and Banarswakl, while the committee noted a walkover loss. Officials cited interest and authorities in governing the match, with final scores listed as 1,82 4, 6-0 and Bree 4.
Secretary of Industries Mr duane Sharp warned that if South Africa faced war isolation the country could become practically self supporting for dining and food with local production and some machinery. He noted imports would still be needed for crude oil and certain chemicals but substitutes could be produced, as in the Great War, with industrial undertakings expanding locally.
A report by the Commonwealth Standing Committee on Liquid Fuels criticizes a plan to construct a fuel oil plant. Estimated production at 16 million gallons yearly would cost about £760,000 annually, or £1,250 per worker. The committee questions accuracy of figures from a foreign organization and notes moisture and process issues could raise costs. They deem low temperature carbonization costly and storage for large volumes vulnerable, with total plant costs estimated between £13m and £19m for 45 million gallons yearly, yielding inadequate overground supply.
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