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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 29, 1939

Page

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Pact Basis With Russia Agreed By Britain And France

Britain and France have agreed on a basis for a peace pact with Russia. British proposals were sent to Moscow for Soviet consideration, with French approval to align Kremlin wishes. Germany and Poland react to the evolving alliance as talks proceed, and Geneva hosts further discussions before Moscow’s reply.

Britain France Russia M. Molotoff Moscow William Leeds

Yankee Clipper Returns to Bermuda After Atlantic Run

The Yankee Clipper landed in Bermuda at 7:33 p.m. facing a 60 mph head wind from Azores on the Atlantic flight back. The sister ship Atlantic Clipper prepared at Bermuda for a second commercial crossing. The clipper landed at 2:48 p.m. and completed the first round trip. A non stop Azores to data was planned but a low pressure area forced Bermuda stop. Passengers await after trial of round trips.

Fort Washington, Gat Bermuda Azores Atlantic Atlantic Clipper Europe Asores

No sabotage alleged after Squalus disaster statement

Captain Amaden acting Commandant of the Navy Yard at Portsmouth Newhaven says no evidence at this time to substantiate reports of carelessness or sabotage regarding the submarine Squalus disaster.

New York Amaden Navy Yard Portsmouth Newhaven

Grandi Attacks France at London Embassy Rally

Rome reports Count Grandi condemned France in a London Embassy speech applauded by Italian and German diplomats. He blasted Paris for “midsummer madness” and lies against Germany and Italy while praising a new era of peace and Italian German victories under the Duce and Fuhrer.

Rome Count Grandi France London Germany Italy Duce

Ambassadors in Berlin and Rome Deny Axis Realignment

European dispatches quote Berlin and Rome sources denying that Japanese Ambassadors in Germany and Italy realigned with the Axis. A Tokyo UPI report said Japanese envoys refused to convey a firm European commitment, with resignations potentially impacting Foreign Minister Arita.

London Berlin Rome Tokyo British United Press Germany Italy Japan Europe Arita

House Destroyed by Fire at Gladesville

Robert James Caldwell 45 of Gladesville was badly burnt while trying to extinguish a blaze at his six room weatherboard cottage at Gladesville today. He was admitted in a serious condition with burns to the face and body. Despite two fire brigades, the house and contents were severely damaged. Caldwell’s wife and three children escaped unharmed.

Bydney Gladesville Robert James Caldwell Caldwell

Far East Pacific Ties Strengthen As Minister Exchange Hinted

The Tokyo Foreign Office spokesman Mr Kawai told an Australian Associated Press interview that Japan supports an exchange of Ministers Plenipotentiary with Australia. He said such an move would reinforce cordial Pacific relations and aligns with Australia’s foreign policy pursuing peace and economic development.

Tokyo Japanese Foreign Office Kawai Australian Associated Press Japan Australia Kewai Pacific

Royal Tour Walk Along Mountain Trail at Banff

King George and Queen Elizabeth enjoy a relaxed day in Banff Springs and Banff National Park. They walked a private trail with a guard nearby and later dined alone. Cowboys from the Edward P Ranch welcomed the royals as Indian chiefs and dancers performed. The couple met named tribal leaders and observed wildlife while hiking in the Rockies.

Banff Springs King George Queen Elizabeth Canada King Calgary Edward P Percy Littledog Yellow Horn Biden Jacob David Bearspoor Teddy Yellowfly Moses Demijoha Running Water

Royal tour debate on King and Queen visiting Dominions

A speculative report on a possible early 20th century royal tour, noting the King and Queen’s plans to visit Australia and New Zealand, Canada, and India. It discusses air travel to cover vast distances, the Duke of Kent’s term, and imperial ties, with commentary on global perception and Empire strength.

Canada United States Margaret Rose Lisbeth Banff Alberta Australia New Zealand Duke of Kent England Australasia India Delhi Empire Airways Preas Royal Party Laula Gillet Hitler

German Legion Leaves Spain for Italy

Five transports sailed from Vigo carrying 6,000 members of the German Condor Legion. A thousand Belardinia of the Italo-Spanish Division nicknamed Blue Arrows will journey to Italy as guests of the Government.

Gibraltar Vigo Condor Legion Bpaniarda Blue Arrows Italy

Japanese Cabinet approves material rationing to boost exports

The Japanese Cabinet has approved a material iration programme drastically cutting domestic consumption to permit expansion of exports.

Tokyo

Defence of Australia relies on Singapore and Britain

The minister argues Australia would rely on Britain to station a strong fleet at Singapore in wartime, with mobile reconnaissances to warn of enemy movements. He refutes rumors of Japanese warships near the coast and notes air force and seaplane bases are being strengthened, including multi engined flying boats at a New South Wales base.

Australia Great Britain Singapore Ileus Mr. Street Nou Royal Navy China Station Queensland Australian Cape York Victoria Basia Street Navy New South Wales

Palestine Plans Move to League as Palestine Detentions Reported

Colonial Secretary Mr Malcol m MacDonald told the House that the White Paper on Palestine had been sent to the League of Nations secretary general and to the Permanent Mandates Commission for their forthcoming session. He noted 4816 detainees in 13 centres, including 2690 fellahin.

London Malcolm MacDonald House of Commons Palestine League of Nations Permanent Mandates Commission MacDonald

Labour Unity Conference basis sparks NSW Labour clash

At Wollongong on Sunday Industrial Labour Party leader Mr Heffron argued the all in unity conference planned for July 29 cannot proceed under the current representation basis. He called the one vote one value system undemocratic and unworkable, urging rejection of the regime’s basis and defending three years of struggle to overthrow Labour power.

Wollongong Industrial Labour Party Heffron Gydneay Labour League

Italian Tanks for Afghans

Italian tanks destined for Afghanistan pass through Karachi on a Dutch steamer. Twelve Itidan make tanks with two heavy machine guns each and ammunition arrived in Karachi and will be transferred to Afghan authorities by Italian agents in Kabul.

Karachi Itidan Arachi Afghanistan Kabul

Portugal Alliance With Britain Letter From Chamberlain

The British Prime Minister Chamberlain praises Portugal for its May declaration in the Portuguese Assembly. He states both nations share Atlantic and colonial ties and expresses hope for public acknowledgment of the action. He adds no intention to revive colonial coercion and emphasizes lasting friendship.

London Bavaray Mr. Chamberlain Sailazar Atlantic

Gift to Nation Funds Morris Motors for Territorial Forces

A Lordship sent a million Morris Motors shares valued in sterling to the War Office for the Territorial Forces and other services. The trust aims to yield about £105,000 annually for enjoyment facilities and support to the forces, with administration by named officials on behalf of the troops.

London Nuffinid Horeing Morris Motors Territorials Raphe

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