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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 25, 1939

Page

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Czechoslovakia Debt Deal Aimed at Germany Talks

London reports say British officials from the Treasury Foreign Office and Economics ministry discuss Czechoslovakia debt to Britain. The chancellor promises no broad repudiation or asset seizure until financial obligations are settled. Conversations include transfer of gold and Bank of England actions, with London already signaling Germany’s part in talks.

London Hi Financial Treasury Foreign Office Ministry of Economics Ragardin Czechoslovakia Fein Simon Bank of England Bank of Battlements Eolzure Germany

Security moves conform to ideals at Geneva session

At a Geneva public council session British Foreign Minister Lord Halifax and French Foreign Minister Bonnet affirmed continued loyalty to the League of Nations. They recalled recent upheavals in Europe but said League machinery could not yet be used to implement all measures deemed necessary, while vowing to keep in line with League aims of order and peace.

London Esque Council Geneve Lord Halifax Bonnet Britain France League of Nations Om Sraufax Europe Council of Reaul League

Sanctions Appeal by China to League Amid Inactive Return

Fragmented report notes China appealing to the League over sanctions and protection concerns regarding Danalg. Mentions a language council discussion and a delegate's stance on the issue with Japan.

Renmya Tuvaitny Danele — Commiuionay Burekingrat Haa Danalg League

Two Fishing Crews Drown in Fierce Santander Storm

In Santander a fierce storm capsized a fishing boat with three fishermen off the harbour entrance. A second vessel carrying ten men went to assist with a tank but both crews were lost. Fifty-nine fishermen were later drawn at the harbour entrance.

Santander

Submarine Trapped Navy Reports Sixty Men Aboard

The submarine Equalus off Portsmouth New Hampshire sank in 240 feet of water with over 60 men and officers aboard. Navy divers and the rescue ship Falcon arrived. Initial reports say all are alive though water flooding and valve issues hinder escape. A diving bell and rescue chamber plan are under way to reach and extract crew.

Washington Navy Portsmouth New Hams Falcon London Jand Balinat Wan Aniens Roosevelt

Queen Mary Injured in Collision Near Wisley Gardens

Queen Mary escaped serious harm after a two ton lorry hit her car returning from the Royal Horticultural Society gardens at Wisley Surrey. The car overturned on impact, a window smashed, and Lord Claude Hamilton sustained hand cuts. Queen Mary and companions were cared for by a nearby doctor. she remained composed and later took tea. A doctor reported possible eye injury but no serious harm.

Queen Mary Royal Horticultural Society Wisley Surrey Claude Hamilton Lord Hamilton Wecoming Windsor Hinter Have Jel Ake Derby London Hospital Armand Prederick Revel Amin Cruise King Father

Queen Mary Suffering After Afternoon Accident

Official bulletin from Marlborough House at 7 30 p m reports Queen Mary is suffering from extensive bruising and shock after an accident this afternoon Her condition is satisfactory and will require days of complete rest Sir Stanley Hewett and Lord Dawson of Penn sign the bulletin

Marlborough House Queen Mary Sir Stanley Hewett Lord Dawson of Penn

Nazis Foment Strife in Hungary

Budapest reporter for The Time notes a surge of anti government pamphlets printed in Germany appear in Budapest and Buda causing sharp resentment. Most newspapers condemn the drive and even Nazi leaders publicly dissociate from the material.

Hungary London Germany Buda Budapest

Italy faces huge deficits amid Albania absorption costs

Senator Thaon di Revel outlined extraordinary expenditures tied to Albania and other provinces, noting a larger normal budget and deficits totaling 42 120 million lire over four years. He cited loans and levies as remedies and promised a taxation overhaul and property reforms despite unclear funding.

Rome Thaon di Revel Albania

Fleet Air Arm transfers control to Admiralty

The administrative control of the fleet air arm passes to the Admiralty tomorrow. RAF stations at Lee on Solent Friel Worthdown Donibristle and Bermuda will be transferred to the Admiralty for fleet air arm use. The Admiralty will also take over the Royal Navy establishment at Southampton. Naval personnel will be supplemented by Home Army officers and airmen until full naval resources meet needs.

London Tuermy Fleet Air Arm Admiralty R.A.F. Ala Lee Solent Friel Worthdown Donibristle Bermuda Ure Eet Arm R.A Southampton Fleet Air Arm Lll

Broken Down Kulangsu Talks End Amid Negotiation Breakdown

Wong Kong correspondent reports Anglo American and Franco Japanese talks failed over Kulangsu Municipal Board representation. Admiral Noda refused broader discussion, only addressing the inning party and Japanese claim. Tokyo reports note Malangay consul general seeks Amoy peace recognition and the maintenance of a local Chinese regime. four demands rejected.

London Wong Kong British United Press Kilongsa Admiral Noda Kulangay Tokyo Malangay J& Conmission

New District Court Judge Appointed

The District Court appoints Percy Ballentine Borney, V.C., as a judge, marking a new district court era with his barrier role and official capacity.

Percy Ballentine Borney V.C District Court

Hankey Talks Mandates Role in Langue Council

Geneva report states Lord Hankey, ex Secretary to the British Cabinet and clerical official, participated in a private Langue Council meeting today as chairman of the Mandates Commission of the Langue. The discussion centered on mandate administration and postwar arrangements.

Lord Hankey On Mandates London Geneva Lord Hankey Privy Council Langue Council

Blockade ultimatum threatens foreign ships on China coast

Hongkong dispatch reports Japanese authorities ordered vessels on the China coast to carry Japanese permit cards for essential supplies or be seized. A P&O liner Ranpura was halted five miles from Hongkong by a Japanese destroyer but allowed to proceed after HMS Duchess intervention. The incident involved Admiral Murray and marines boarding the Ranpura, with a Japanese cruiser firing two shots over its bow as it steamed toward British waters.

London Hongkong Dai ‘4 China Japan Ranpura Duchess Tiwan

Anglo Russian Pact Terms Outlined to Cabinet

The Times diplomatic writer says Lord Halifax will explain Anglo-French Russia proposals to the Cabinet. They reportedly meet Russia's request for a mutual defence pact and prompt collective defence. Ministers plan to relay the cabinet decision to Moscow.

London Russia Lord Halifax Saya the Times Wis Moscow League of Nations

Bomber Crash Near Newark Kills Four Occupants

A Hampden bomber crashed near Newark killing all four aboard. The pilot pulled up from ice at about 500 feet but dived to earth, bursting into flames. One occupant was dragged clear before petrol tanks exploded and died after hospital admission.

London Newark

Germany protests to Poland over Danzig incident

Germany protests to Poland after shots are fired at a German chauffeur near the Polish frontier while driving toward Danzig. The chauffeur was not hit in the incident.

Germany Poland Danzig Jermany Nes Gunat

Sub, 190 Mallopolla Wan by our engines three

Sub race details fragment reads as a garbled entry with names and numbers. Key entities include ENGLISH DERBY and BLUE PETER, with unclear connections to events on track. Unable to determine clear outcome or participants from the text.

Mallopolla Thue Ate

Island Sinking After Volcanic Eruption

Island residents evacuated as a volcanic eruption sinks the island. Rumor of rapid escape and possible relocation to Batangas county ten miles away. no official updates available.

Batangas

Island quake evacuees cross channel to Becanga

Reports from Manila desk say Verde Island quake damage denied by Batanga Governor Kean. He admits several hundreds of residents have crossed the ten mile channel into Becanga Province seeking safety.

New York Manilla Verde Island Kean Batanga Province Becanga

Winter Warmth Advocates Blanket Drive at University

A Melbourne university hosts a public event promoting a blanket drive to aid husbands and men facing cold weather. Organizers urge community support, pairing donations with a petition urging policy reflection.

Holland's Queen States Visit To Bedginn Powers

Fragmented OCR text discusses a state visit involving Holland and Bedginn with mentions of Europe’s small powers, over 100,000,000 inhabitants, and economic themes. The readable portion implies a discussion of threats, stability, and potential solutions to upheaval in the region.

Europe

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