22 May 1941
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 22, 1941
Page
1
London reports from the Daily Express political desk that Russia and Germany may start negotiations for a full military alliance. Stalin is quoted as seeking to shield Soviet interests amid fears from German European expansion.
Fragmented report notes censorship concerns in U S media relations involving the Maritime Commission and press services. Mentions government influence on information flow and potential impact on public understanding of shipping and port moves.
Fragmentary report describes a small party of New Zealand cavalrymen crossing from Greece to Crete in a leaky rowboat after German attacks near the Corinth Canal. They reached shore with limited clothing and supplies, then sailed on toward safety.
Intense German activity from Syria to Tobruk as divisions in Libya press British lines. Heavy concentrations on the Greek mainland and Aegean ports with Luftwaffe strength reported at over 700 aircraft. Offensive plans target Cyprus Palestine and routes to Alexandria and Suez.
Congress approves two shipping Bills under the bridge of ships to Britain program. RAF and American air forces support operations across the Middle East and Greece as German air bases are attacked. Troops advance toward Fallujah and Baghdad with a mixed aerial and ground campaign.
The Times correspondent reports a German was executed in Nuremberg on Saturday for listening to foreign broadcasts. Johann Wild, 48, was beheaded after an emergency court trial in which he admitted spreading news about Hess.
The House approved a bill to place United States merchant ships under government control and form a two ton pool to aid Britain. Some auxiliaries would come from foreign ships tied up in U.S. ports. Representative Izac urged using the U.S. Navy to patrol the shipping zone between the United States and Ireland.
Tokyo Reuters reports no information from Kenkichi Yoshi gawa chief Japanese delegate as talks with the Netherlands East Indies stall. An official spokesman said Yoshizawa may stay in Batavia until concrete results emerge, likely a long time.
Washington report cites a well informed source indicating Britain concentrates naval power in the North Atlantic to protect sea lanes and aid to Britain. The source notes broader sea security concerns while Roosevelt downplays expert opinion on war equipment delivery.
Berlin dispatch reports the Vichy Cabinet convened in Paris for the first time last night under a formal chair. The meeting signals a shift in administration dynamics and may influence wartime policy directions in occupied France.
Berlin officials confirm the Egyptian liner Zamzam was sunk by a warship after a Teacue and crew were landed from a German merchant ship at a western France port. A Berlin spokesman says American passengers will be released and allowed to return home. 140 Americans landed at Saint Jean Delus near Bordeaux. Information sought from Berlin.
Berlin claimed Crete offensive begins decisive battle for Suez with about 1500 German paratroops and glider landings. British and New Zealand uniforms reportedly seen, while defenders on Crete and Cyprus reinforce. experts say Crete could shape the Mediterranean war. Local reports describe fierce resistance by Crete home guards and island garrison.
Santiago police say they found no evidence of a Nazi plot. Forty members of Vanguardieta have been detained as authorities investigate possible plans against the Chilean government.
French ships Bear and Bear have completed routine exercises at Martinique and returned to their berths. The drills maintained crew morale and fulfilled part of their stated purpose.
Vichy France vows to resist any seizure of its empire and defend ports in Africa. Hull, Roosevelt, and Cordell Hull concern over pro-Hitler factions and U S aid to safeguard West African ports. In San Juan, passengers from Martinique report large exodus eagerness for transport, with natives and foreigners seeking any available cabin. An island steamer carried 200 passengers to Santo Domingo as fear and overcrowding rise.
The Port Authority announced New York export traffic for IMO reached nearly 2 000 million dollars, the largest since 1820. Europe accounted for 1 021 million while Australasia moved 4 million, versus 580 million and 34 million in earlier periods.
In Washington on Tuesday President Roosevelt dodged questions on an unlimited state of emergency. He neither denied nor confirmed a circular proclamation and said he had discussed the possibility with Congressional leaders yesterday.
The Daily Telegraph reports Vichy authorities hold Polish gold valued at about £50 million, stored 120 miles south of Oskar. General Sikorski says Belgian gold is being shipped to France and Polish gold may follow soon.
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