18 Nov 1938
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Nov 18, 1938
Page
1
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News from London and New York outlines official positions on colonial policy and a widening rift between the United States and Germany. London reports Colonial Secretary Cuemnaid authorizing Tanganyika announcements while France vows to oppose imperial violations. New York cites Washington AP and UP analyses predicting a break between America and Germany and greater Anglo American trade exclusion.
A fragmented report cites policy tensions over German colonial aims, American trade, and the envisaged postwar order. It mentions Daladier and British reactions to colonial transfers, plus Roosevelt's stance on anti Jewish actions and unity across nations as the war looms.
Paris reports veiled threats of a cabinet crisis as ministers clash with left wing figures, threatening resignations. Market optimism fades as stocks react to political rumour while talks of an immediate parliament convocation circulate amid disputes over pension cuts and ministerial positions.
The Right Rev E F Burgman Dublin Bishop Goulburn declared democracy must use taxation to be an impartial instrument for all citizens. He warned entrenched wealth hinders reform and urged Australia toward a competitive Commonwealth with work shared across sectors. He contrasted Britain and Europe and pressed for a robust national development plan.
A joint plan for absorbing refugees is likely after two conferences between US Ambassador Kennedy and Foreign Minister Halifax. The plan remains undeveloped but would be funded broadly by US money, with hints of large sums from American Jewish donors.
London reports Hitler pressed Church Minister Ketel to resolve Protestant Church issues, ordering a purge of 80 pastors amid a broader refugee and Zionist appeal. Conference among British and Allied leaders discussed migration limits, refugee costs, and risks to property protection as nations seek urgent action.
The German press reports Austrian official Herr Buerckell warns that if future actions harm property, harsh retaliation will follow. Allegations accuse Britain and Dominions of refusing Jewish entry and showing anti semitism akin to Germany. Reports claim Poland, Holland, and Palestine responses are cited as dealing with Jews and population pressure.
A Romanian owned property footprint across Germany was disclosed as part of a broad report on wartime losses. The consulate in Bucharest forwarded details detailing severe damages and the impact on assets in multiple states.
Berlin reports estimate that 180 million pounds in Jewish property passed into German control between March and the enactment of punitive decrees. Most remains to be converted into fixed interest securities and gold in German hands. Two thirds of retail assets will disappear, and Jewish proprietors must pay wages to employers by December 31. Future operations to wind up Jewish businesses to occur in German shops. Dr Funk’s remarks imply Jews becoming pauperized under German administration in Düsseldorf.
A Foreign Office report notes AlaLeldt resigns from pin duties at his request amid disputed measures. It cites Dr. Funk and Reich Minister for Economics asserting that Jews will soon be removed from German economic life and will forfeit income exchanged for their capital.
In Parliament, Mr McEwen urged a conference of State Ministers on standardising railway gauges to reduce state-driven nationalism and enhance defense and interstate trade. Estimates show substantial costs and long timelines, with Commonwealth funding debated and projected savings from a nationwide shift.
The Colonial Secretary Mr Malcom MacDonald told the House of Commons preparations for the proposed Palestine discourse in London were advancing. In Palestine, measures were being taken under government authority throughout the country.
Troops combed nine Galilee villas and reached 40 Arabia, during the day one Arab was killed. Troops seized arsenals and ammunition as military efforts continued. gangs were disrupted. Two Arabs were reported killed in the day’s events.
A rain swept level crossing collision near Wellington injured a man named Whyte and two other victims returning from a funeral. Ambulance crews treated them at the scene and took them to hospital with serious injuries. Authorities investigate the wreck and determine the cause of the crash.
The NRW Labour Council calls for federal action to deport the German Consul General Dr Aumie amid fears of political influence. The Jewish purge in Germany and allied tensions are condemned as Labour seeks a conference with the Federal Executive to discuss direct representation and political unity in the state.
A dubious report claims Dr. Jenik, leader of Milnks Guatl and deputy Seaser of the Fasc ist Hinyek National Committee, was arrested in Byatixlava amid charges of abuse of official power. The Daily Telegraph notes sensational claims of a merchant kidnapping and a bounty offer.
The Vienna chancellor is held by secret police and may be released but will likely face a trial. Intervention hints from Mussolini suggest discussions about a potential Vlad-Austria connection at a public talk, with limited disclosures expected.
Mr White warns that without a proper division of labour in the Cabinet a further reconstruction might be forced by public opinion. He argues for a streamlined ministerial structure with shared responsibility and opposes private directorships among ministers.
British officer Captain Edward Christopher pS, nicknamed the Bearlet Pimpernel, is released after years in a Loyalist prison in Spain. Former Military Attaché to the British Embassy, he was detained on smuggling charges and confined in Vas seneia and Barcelona before transfer to a prison ship. He was allowed occasional walks under heavy guard.
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