02 Oct 1939
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 02, 1939
Page
1
London dispatch summarizes Allied and German activity on the Western Front with Paris and Berlin reports. British and French air losses are cited, while German claims of repulsions and strategic openings appear in a mixed, war desk brief.
Reuters correspondent reports that Holland prepares defense amid rising threats. The level of sea and river flooding aids defense while roads from Germany are barred by anti tank detours. Germany sized moves prompt urgent measures.
In London on Saturday Slovakia’s spokesman Dr. Tice said Slovakia is at peace with the world and would back Germany in return for continued protection. About 150000 Slovakian elders are demobilising while attempts to discuss terms with Germany are described as unlikely amid reports of martial law across areas tied to German influence.
The report notes Britain arming merchant steamers to defend convoys, prompting Germany to change policy toward merchant ships as war risk rises. A German radio statement indicated merchant ships may be treated as war targets, potentially signaling a shift in U-boat conduct. The British Admiralty cited the German message and prepared to react. In Vatican City, Polish and Holiness leaders mourn a saddened Poland amid widespread suffering.
London reports say Mussolini could mediate peace talks proposed by Hitler to Britain and France via buffer Poland and a five power conference. New York Times dispatches doubt Turkey’s neutralisation of the Dardanelles, while Rome notes Mussolini as Italy’s axis partner may push for Italy to stay neutral.
New York Times correspondent says Japanese forces push to within twenty miles of Changsha on a peeterlean front. Chinese defenses hold with strong resistance as Japanese air raids hit cities west of Henan. Chungking braces for loss of Changsha and stresses strategic importance of city in a broader positional warfare policy.
Ottawa reports M. Lapointe, Canada’s justice minister, accusing Premier M. Duplensis of sowing discord as national unity is stressed. Lapointe and cabinet colleagues from Quebec join the provincial election campaign, saying they would not intervene unless the administration seeks a confidence vote. Election set for October 25.
New York Times Buenos Aires correspondent reports a large scale German propaganda and military campaign in Poland is mirrored by a German news service drive across South America. The German effort aims to sway Latin American nations against the United States while portraying Germany as protector against perceived western threats with a Montevideo bureau planning 29 000 to 30 000 word daily outputs across the region.
In Washington a group of 10 nations proposed an economic cooperation framework as part of a larger plan with 21 countries represented. The meeting aimed to submit proposals and explore shared strategies for addressing economic problems within the American region in November.
Los Angeles reports a two squadron force including destroyers cruisers and an aircraft carrier prepared to move to Hawaii under orders. Minneapolis New Orleans Northampton and Pennolcata join October 5. Indianapolis Astoria and others overhaul. Aircraft saver enterprise sails with planes and escorts. Warships of Rawall include submarines destroyers and mine layers.
Minister Fairbairn urged civilians to enroll in an Air Force instructors course. He stressed urgent need to train pilots to counter the Nazi menace. The Air Board lowers age limit to 26 45 and requires more than ten flying hours and a Th. A or B licence with recent flying experience.
A European diplomatic flare is reported as Soviet ratification of a German pact prompts speculation on a Russo German axis. Analysts note Turkey's stance and Ottoman neutrality efforts while Britain and France weigh pacific options and potential shifts in Balkan and Middle Eastern alignments.
Helsingfors correspondent notes the Soviet Estonia action signals broader danger to Finland and Baltic relations. The pact is seen as tightening Soviet control along the Gulf of Finland and affecting Finland's access to its eastern outlets, with implications for Nordic states and regional stability.
Fragmented dispatch from London reports German guns batter Warsaw and shells fall on Praga. Descriptions recall ruin and bombardment with civilians fleeing and defenders under strain as Allied nations denounce Nazi occupation plans and US stance on Poland's fate remains uncertain.
A New York survey finds 8 percent of Americans believe Germany would wage war on the United States if Britain and France are defeated in the current conflict. The poll contrasts with earlier surveys showing strong sympathy for Britain and France.
London reports say Allied air units struck German ships at low altitude near Heligoland with limited success. Berlin confirms British bombers attacked and returned westward after engaging interceptor forces. Both sides claim operations over western Germany and German territory occurred at night with unknown casualties or outcomes.
The Royal Air Moros accelerate air training programs and open new training schools. The plan aims to reach one hundred Doers and men to serve in the Royal Air Moros as soon as possible.
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