30 May 1939
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 30, 1939
Page
1
London reports a Japanese warship stopped a German steamer bound for Shanghai on Wednesday. Papers were protested amid rising coastal shipping interference, with sightings of guards and detentions near the Yangtze Delta. The blockade affects Pacific trade, but officials say it does not yet hit Australia or Chinese commerce.
In Melbourne on Monday the Civil Aviation Chief Mr Corbett announced extra air mail services between Sydney and Townsville. No additional aircraft would be required. the extension follows duplication in the current Sydney to Salamaua service, with a daily return service between Sydney and Brisbane and additional Saturday returns between ships and Townsville.
Rome Berlin and London report that German and Italian committees for economic relations concluded several agreements. The Bet Wn correspondent notes the accords align with a military alliance and target expanding commercial and industrial ties, aiming to bolster cooperation across the Axis sphere.
Fragmentary report details a Dublin protest tied to Republican groups in London. Mention is made of Sean Mansel and tensions over police cooperation with American departments, with unclear conclusions about outcomes of the conference.
Fifty New Zealand WW service men and their wives visited Lille Bungay and the placed van marking the end of a Somme reunion program.
A Commonwealth appeal promotes a security loan to raise funds for defense and development. Speaker Mr Menzies urges all citizens to invest, stressing development and improved communications as essential to national security. The loan offers a one percent rate with a yield of £3 19s 2d per £100.
A royal train tour through the Rockies encounters delays as a king drives the engine toward Stoney Creek. Two additional locomotives assist a steep grade while a queen admires snow capped peaks. Before departure the royals visit Lake Loulee. a child offers a Scottish greeting to Princess Elizabeth and Margaret Rose, delaying the departure. Journalists reportedly press the pilot to hasten, leading to nearly 55 miles of pursuit.
A Canberra report quotes Minister for Commerce Senator McLaay stating wheat stabilisation policy awaits decisions from the Premiers' Conference to be held next month. A deputation from the Chamber of Commerce urged a clear policy outline from the government.
Premier Dal inaugu rated the American Legion memorial in Neuilly a nd said the French never claimed racial superiority or slavery. He asserted France aims to collaborate for peace and avoid another world catastrophe. American Ambassador Bullitt commented on peace efforts.
New York report details Lut Manuel Smith of Los Angeles attempting a non stop flight to London in a small 65 horsepower single motor Aeronea christened Baby Clipper. Authorities say he lacked Federal authorization, the craft carries 170 gallons of fuel, and he faces a dangerous North Atlantic moonstorm with no wireless and uncertain whereabouts.
British papers back a tri party guarantee pact and diplomatic moves by Halifax in Paris and Geneva. Daily Telegraph hails steps toward bridging divides with Russia, while Daily Herald praises Labour for steering foreign policy away from continental commitments.
In the minutes, Aaland Island and Baltic fortifications prompt debate among Russian, Swedish, and Finnish representatives. The Soviet complains of lack of disclosure on fortifications intended to bottle up Russia in the Gulf of Finland. Sandler of Sweden and Holsti of Finland say Russia has received all information given to others and that fortifications are needed to boost regional security. Avoiding delay is urged amid international uncertainty.
Sydney and Perth radio links will keep the Guba in continuous communication overnight as it charts a Sydney to Mombasa route via Port Hedland. Captain Taylor will file a report while the expedition plans a Dakar to New York Atlantic leg after the Indian Ocean mission.
Rome reports indicate Signor Mamolini and Herr Milch along with Signor Valle plan to standardise aircraft types to allow pilot and machine exchanges. Germany aims to supply Italy with steel for aircraft and a 1857 expansion plan is stalled by Spanish war needs though personnel and bases are ready. Arrangements proceed for Italian and German farmer exchanges.
Sir Frederick Maurice told the Legion’s annual conference that British ex-service men should renew contacts with German and Italian peers to avert future threats. The Legion proposed forming national defense companies from 9,000 to 31,000 and to provide 200 recruiting staff for mobile operations, amid calls for broader League support.
A confusion arose over the secrecy of ballots in the Griffith election with a note about clerk Claray perceiving a potential breach. The incident centers on ballot handling and the debate over voter privacy within the local electoral process.
Sydney report on a Labour candidate Alderman Conelan winning over P McCowan amid disputed votes and secrecy concerns. McCowan plans appeal as ministers discuss butter substitutes and child health implications.
Melbourne reports Australia will send officers for training on handling the giant Short Sutherland Mircraft. The Commonwealth Government ordered several aircraft costing hundreds of thousands of pounds. Training will last several months with delivery expected as a finishing base completes work.
Sir Frank Anderson will introduce a compulsory voting law for parliamentary elections. The plan provides penalties from ten shillings to two pounds for failing to turn out.
Mr Sheahan, Lang Party delegate, sent a proposal to the Federal Secretary of the LP suggesting appointing select officials to discuss Labour representation for unity talks. A round-table conference may be arranged to resolve outstanding problems ahead of the July 29 Sydney meeting.
Chicago report quotes Secretary of Blaze Cor dell Mill denouncing national isolation proposals. He warns regimentation would be inevitable and notes no reform would solve domestic issues. He argues isolation harms foreign trade and could ruin industry.
About 200 members of the Tasmanian Railway Union resign from the organization after giving six months notice to end their affiliation. The move follows a protest against continued attack on the State Labour Government by the union secretary.
An ill Atlee leads the Labour Party at a seaside demonstration in Southport. He states a general election is likely this year and that the party is ready. The opposition leader signals confidence as supporters rally.
Sir Colin Fraser, chairman of the New Zealand Petranest Co. Ltd., returned to Sydney and said New Zealand could be the nearest oil source for Australia. He noted the oil potential in New Zealand was fairly good.
A German Polish committee fixed exports from Poland to the Reich for the next three months. Officials announced that some canal questions would be debated as part of the ongoing negotiations.
In Sydney Monauy sali wen rafue Md to Driver Gaward Devine aged 15 and Arnold Hourigan aged 48, who ware the. Taneded at the Nemvows wollee Court.
A Monday strike at Clyde Engineering by metal trade workers has drawn in five more unions. About 130 sheet metal workers and 400 at Matters are joined by the Bulls branch of row workers, with 100 to resume at Mort and Cockatoo Dockyard for those not linked to engine drivers. Overall activity could bring 20 000 to 29 000 workers into the dispute if it widens.
The air board will report on subsidizing clubs and a large reserve of picts for war emergency. A thin fay ton announcement was made to the Minister for Civil Aviation to publicize this plan and strengthen aviation readiness.
An offline fragment from a Queensland election item mentions Mr cS e larea and a possible reference to a candidate or event in Townsville. The readable text is fragmentary and lacks clear details on dates or outcomes.
In a brief, unclear notice dated mid month, Sydney reporters reference an event related to westlim and a possible new day. The fragment hints at an upcoming activity or opening but lacks concrete details, names, or地点.
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