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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 05, 1939

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French Advance in Saar Front Reports Diplomatic Moves

Paris reports quiet night on the 60 mile front with German reinforcements and air activity alleged by semi official sources. British dispatches note French officials claim German losses and Western Front pressure, while German plans and Turkish reception in London reflect ongoing diplomatic activity.

Saar Vou London Mersig Karlsruhe British United Press Paris Bornen Seltung Rman Air Win Meerin Ibert Staten Oxo

Pan American Unanimity Reported at New York Conference

A correspondent from the New York Times reports that Pan American unity and harmony were emphasized at a recent conference. The article notes differing views on Latin American affairs and the need for a common purpose among the nations involved.

New York H. B. Hinston Corres New Tork Times Yeaterday Omar Wweles

Air Services Nevebu Sy Wax Needs Lals and Machines

Government reviews show several aviation firms in Adelaidemoz will keep service and equipment under civilian control as a reserve. Four of its operating units face delays, while one plan cites a 1.6 million exposure and a later start date as part of a broader aviation reshuffle.

Meleotiant Wednanday Deietule Aecviee Ariain Tomy

U S Fleet Movements Alarm Japan Over Pacific Exercise

Japanese officials resent the transfer of American ships to Pacific waters and warn of a possible blockade when the trade agreement expires next January. American officials insist the U S may send ships to Hawaii and plan to return to the Pacific after completion of exercises.

London Pacific United States Hawaii

Chinese Air Attack Strikes Han Drome Near Chungking

Chinese authorities report eight planes conducted a bombing raid on a Han air drome near Chungking. The attack caused explosions while Japanese planes were reported destroyed in the engagement.

Chungking Handrome

Vital Days Ahead War Needs Must Be First

A government minister discussed funding options with Mr Spender regarding reserves and an overdraft of up to £500,000 from the Commonwealth Bank to avert a liquidity crisis. The minister and Mr Spender pledged to consult with the Bank Board to find a workaround and proceed with caution.

Spender Spendes Metropolitan Water and Sewerage Board Commonwealth

Freedom Radio Broadcast From German Station Active in London

A German radio broadcast claimed to have caused a conference of Roman Catholic leaders in Germany to join the united front against Hitler. The message urged Catholics to refrain from aiding the German government and its regime.

London Noutht Germany Hitler Mites Gersman

Polish Defeat Attributed To Soviet Invasion In 1939

A Polish High Command statement released yesterday argues Poles could have withstood German forces if not for Soviet troop intrusion. It claims German assault wore down by autumn while Polish defenses planned a delaying retreat along the Vistula and Bug rivers.

London Vistvle Bug

Empire War Effort Coordinated Britain Plans Dominion Conference

Sydney reports a Commonwealth conference plan as Britain proposes a Cabinet minister and a technical adviser travel to London. Canadi, New Zealand, and the Union of South Africa are invited to send ministers to discuss wartime problems and coordinate efforts. The move recalls wartime precedent under Mr Hughes.

Menkes Commonwealth London Mensien Canuin New Zealand Union of South Africa Ubin Hughea Meneiex Wat Canay

Danish steamer Vendia inquiry on torpedo hit outcome

Copenhagen Court of Inquiry hears Danish captain testimony on torpedo strike aft, a fatal explosion, and denial of orders ignored by a German submarine. Survivors accuse shelling. reports detail flags, ship name, and escape of the Batory from Hela.

Vendie Denar Naval Court of Inquiry Copenhagen

Stalemate Germany Peace Plan in Australia

In Melbourne and Sydney reports indicate the Australian Defence Force pay rates will be announced soon. Prime Minister Menzies said the figures are determined and awaiting final arrangement. Public interest centers on civil and military pay differentials and enlistment prospects for Australians abroad.

Sydney Melbourne Palsl Prline Menstest Air. Menzien

Poles Still Fighting Amid Isolated Bands across Ukraine

Berlin reports Polish soldiers remain in isolated groups under resistance in swampy Ukraine. Moscow confirms Polish troop attacks and says crushing the bands is hard. The Berlin New York Times correspondent notes German press claims Bolshevization of Polish territory and shows a picture tallying Stalin and Lenin attributed to Ukrainian peasants.

Mobcow M. Moloioy London Berlin Moscow New York Times Girat Popol Cstaie Ikpalch Ree Ail Thallan heWwnpapers Ani Meuri Hiller Haw Russia A. Withddrawal Baltic Hier Pol Veh New York ‘Times Talay Foreign Ainiarer Fcoum Ciansi

War pensions to continue for Imperial Service veterans

Harrison stated that the British Ministry for Pensions will keep paying war pensions to former Imperial Service members who enlisted in the Australian forces for the current war. The Commonwealth has been advised of this continuation.

Commonwealth Ayra My. Harrison British Ministry For Pensions

Roosevelt warns on German raiders threatening Western Hemisphere

President Roosevelt condemns any American assistance to German raiders and warns that intruding vessels within the hemisphere will not be treated as war. He notes continued support for anti-raid measures and mentions recommissioning destroyers for the safety zone plan.

Washington Roosevelt Conligent Wessels Navy

Gothenburg Harbour Closed to All Except Thone With Dual

Stockholm reports Gothenburg Harbour is closed to all except Thone with legitimate Dual due to espionage concerns. Authorities impose restrictions to safeguard port operations and national security amid heightened tensions.

Gothenburg Stockholm Thone

Italian Resources to Be Organised Draft aims outlined

Rome reports a Cabinet Council discussed a draft plan to control a range of wartime economic activities. The document seeks to regulate financial operations and protect national products amid wartime needs.

Rome Tuensay Cabinet Council Trom Witc Ubntitier Ecesdtr Warraaterthin

Mussolini and Poland Crisis Firmly in Focus

Rome radio signals cautious peace hopes as Mussolini weighed by leaders. The Times notes Nazi terms likely to be examined for irreducible aims, including Poland’s independence and security, while Britain France and Russia react to potential partition and European balance.

The Times Saya Wien Poland Europe Pamient Jerench Devniah Rueman France Britain Germany Italy Turkey Angernes Sritari Anu Foinna

Soviet Pact Talk With Turkey Signals Mutual Security

The Moscow press reports a proposed mutual pact aimed at deterring third powers from invading the Black Sea area. The plan would not require Turkey to abandon its obligations to Britain and France. An embassy in Ankara confirms discussions with Poland about Turkish alignment amidst wartime diplomacy in Europe.

Soviet Union Turkey Britain France Ankit Jif Sesorvien Pols

Norwegian vessel Hoeen Trinaparter mine attack at Singapore

An officially announced report states the Norwegian ship Hoeen Trinaparter bound for the Far East from Europe struck a mine entering Singapore Harbour yesterday. The crew were saved and the vessel was eventually towed to safety while the British patrol boats assisted.

Sincavore Europe Singapore Pater

Plebiscite talk frames German peace hopes before war

Unclear excerpts describe discussions of a plebiscite across Germany before government moves to war. Reports from Politiken and British press reference Hitler considering Chamberlain's speech, with Ribbentrop and other officials debating Britain's resolve and possible peace terms. Market notes mention Sydney stock activity with subdued volume.

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