19 Oct 1940
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 19, 1940
Page
1
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Amb ler program notes reveal a marked plan to assist in covert operations. The article discusses guidance, techniques, and potential risks linked to the ambush strategy. Details emphasize security, timing, and oversight considerations.
Friday saw the Burma Road reopen at midnight Australian time. The first convoy of about 200 trucks, carrying petrol and other supplies, reached Kunming without attack, while Chinese crews prepared 2 000 motor vans loaded with 5 000 lorries. The road’s reopening drew diplomatic events in Chungking and Rangoon as Japan and the United States weighed follow up moves.
New York reports near completion of a deal with the Netherlands East Indies to supply about 14,000,000 barrels annually to Japan. The talks involve the Japanese Economic Mission and Shell and Standard-Vacuum interests, with a Batavia meeting planned to iron out details. No aviation fuel is included.
In a New York campaign speech, Willkie urged immediate air aid for Britain and criticized the New Dealers for delaying deliveries for domestic political gain. He said if elected he would not send American soldiers to Europe, contrasting with Roosevelt.
Bangkok reports Thailand orders Siamese students to leave France as anti-French protests rise over territorial claims in Indo-China. Hong Kong confirms no removal of wartime shipping limits to unoccupied China despite talks between London and Tokyo.
President Roosevelt informs Congress of the Canadian and United States agreement aimed at advancing hydro power for national defence. The message outlines cooperation and potential projects across the border to secure energy supplies and strategic infrastructure.
German statements said a dive bomber hit a British submarine in the English Channel. A piece exploded in midair leaving a patch of oil. Superior British forces sank a small auxiliary naval ship off Norway. A new defence method downed a British bomber over Holland. A large search flight challenged bombers, which struck a German post and burned.
The Admiralty says Vice Admiral Tovey will become Admiral of the Fleet from December 2 succeeding Sir Charles Forbes. Mr H. R. Harwood is named Lord Commissioner and assistant Chief of the Naval Staff from today, to act with the First Sea Lord. Harwood also takes HMS President duties from November 18. Tovey, who commanded Onslow at Jutland, earned the DSO for bold action against the Derfflinger and a light cruiser.
In a Madras interview Mahatma Gandhi states his priority is solving the problem without shaming Britain. He denies interfering with those who support Britain and notes India is denied neutrality enjoyed by Mr de Valera and General Herres Claimed.
British Air Ministry reports sustained raids on Brest Kiel Hamburg and offshore targets with daylight strikes on Brest power station and Leuna oil plant. Observers noted cloud cover hindered results while fires and explosions followed the extensive bombardment.
On rumor mill in Athens authorities deny reports that King George plans abdication in favor of a Crown Prince. Officials call the claim unfounded as palace statements reiterate loyalty to the current monarch.
A London based Dutch weekly denounces Captain von Ribbentrop for alarmist forecasts on Japanese moves in the East Indies. It argues Nazi claims aim to drive Britain and the United States toward actions provoking Japan and warns Tokyo not to be swayed by German pressure.
A Vichy decree bans Jews from participation in public life and certain private activities. The suspension affects various public roles and social activities as authorities enforce the policy.
Axis powers tighten control over Romania with demands to run all roads and potential troop passage. Bulgarian officials travel to Berlin with officers in mufti as Vienna reports Hungary and Bulgaria align with German staff plans for occupation.
The British War Minister Anthony Eden meets Egyptian and English defence chiefs amid fears Egypt may become a Nazi target. R A F bombs Tobruk and attacks Bardia Sollum and Ran el Kenayis. Italian air raids hit Malta as Rome reports advances toward Sidi Barrani. British and Axis forces prepare for broader campaigns in the Near East and Balkans with troop movements and aerial offensives.
The British Minister for Aircraft Production Lord Beaverbrook agreed to send to Australia a crashed German plane, likely a Messerschmitt 108, in recognition of Australia's valuable help to Britain. The move follows a request from Melbourne MP A. W. Coles.
In the House of Commons the Rev. James Litte MP for County Down urged stronger steps to stop information reaching Eire. He said Italy and Germany agents in Ireland aided the enemy during the interval. The Parliamentary Secretary Mr Nicholson said measures are being taken but details cannot be publicly disclosed.
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