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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 21, 1939

Page

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Ambitions in Balkan State Check as Pact Signed

London reports focus on mutual aid talks among Britain France and Turkey, seen as a jolt to German aims in the Balkans. Officials note Turkey’s shift toward collaboration with Germany may be limited by Moscow and Sofia, while officials in Berlin and Ankara emphasise continued friendship with Germany. The pact’s terms, debated in Parliament, aim to curb Russian influence and stabilize southeastern Europe amid shifting alliances.

London Jaibala France Turkey Berlin Gatkat Germany Sofia Ammocletes Preas von Mapen Ankara Moscow Jush Prene Ataten Balkane Rusael

Floods Delay Operations on Western Front in War Report

A Western Front communique notes high floods and torrential rains delaying action. Garmans monitor rising waters while Allied forces adjust lines as artillery preparations begin. Reports describe withdrawals and reorganizations, with casualties and evacuations as hospitals prepare for patient transport to England.

London Rhian Ancure

Puppet ministry Japan to set up London

Fragmented OCR notes report Japan considering a central government area in China under Wang Chin Wel and The Damei Agency. The piece cites calls for cabinet unity and a related American warning from an ambassador in Schenectady. It mentions Hitler era diplomacy and tensions on the Mongolian frontier with Russia.

London Corres Eprasne Tted Pialnes Schenectady N.Y America Lora Marley Dupan China United State Herr Hiller

Poland to Form Independent State From Nov 1

Berlin correspondent for Politiken reports Gar maniybie agreed to create an independent state in Poland effective November 1. Western Prussia and Posen will be defined, with Danzig Marienwerder Bromberg to join. Katowice added to BRITAIN UNT ATERGTED. Foreign Office notes the question of boundary recurrence and occupation status.

Berlin Politiken Garmaniybie Poland Setuiy Herr Algmad Potend Britain London Mr. Ra, Buller Quae House of Command Hollen Boundarien

Surprise Soviet Offer to U.S.A

The United Press reports a Soviet proposal to sell 200 000 long tons of manganese ore to the United States. The offer comes amid wartime trade concerns and possible shipments to Germany if a broader pact with the Reds is involved, according to the brief dispatch.

Washington Thurs United Preas United States Reds Germany

Tha land name change advised by government

A garbled OCR note reports a proposed country name change to Tha land in Hinglish, with Blamese replaced, and Thai authorities instructing mail delivery terms. The fragment mentions Tha land and related terms, implying a formal renaming effort and postal handling guidance.

Blam Thailand

Economic Pressure on Germany

Paris Friday reports the Whistler for Merchant Marine notes that Allies will enforce a strict blockade of Germany with utmost vigor. The measure aims to show Germany its international economic dependence and to persuade the public that peace is the path to happiness, despite possible neutral country hardships.

Paris Germany

Soviet Demands on China and German Raid on Scotland

Japanese reports say the Soviet Union pressed Chungking for aid to China, seeking rights to station troops and Soviet propaganda stations in Chinese territory. A German air raid warning sounded across several Scottish towns, with fighter aircraft dispatched as authorities review warning protocols after the Firth of Forth assault.

Scotland Ane Ana FY Thurstey Branghal Ui Promi Press Chungking Rusa China Ruselun Troupe Tuy Ke Hong Kong Associated Peas London Fran Beotland

Mine sighted in Pacific near San Francisco

Minen report states Danish motor ship An Nanbrisk observed a floating mine about 1670 miles northwest of San Francisco in the Pacific, prompting naval search and warning efforts.

San Francisco Annanbrisk

Nordic States Declare Neutrality in Reading War Conference

Stockholm reports the Nordic conference concluded with a declaration of neutrality by Denmark, Poland, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. Delegates traveled by Germplane and train, reaffirming traditional trade relations and peaceful conciliations. The statement avoided comment on Russia's position and cited adherence to postwar principles.

Stockholm Osa Af Gretbel Denmark Tosland Finland Norway Sweden Itt Vand

Exuberant Digger Reprimanded After Misconduct at Camp

An exuberant digger faced reprimand after a large crowd applauded a commanding officer during a speech. The incident, tied to a Nye second occasion, prompted disciplinary notes as a fortnight of training and a Liverpool event were mentioned in the same murky report.

Rydney Sqncia Coronel Rena Liverpool Ingle

Aberdeen farmer finds German balloon with reward request

A German balloon found by an Aberdeen farmer carried a waterproof notice asking the finder to apply for a reward at a German address. The balloon, under examination, bore the inscription and showed signs of previous faults and a fire from fouled local electric wiring.

London Germany

Hitler Launches New Peace Plan Amid Allied Divisions

Berlin dispatch reports Hitler proposes a new peace plan aimed at splitting the Allies on the Western Front. The German press notes intensified attacks elsewhere while a pastoral letter from Roman Catholic bishops in Germany urges shell ShelF Socks. The notice includes varied livestock prices from Winchcombe Carana Limited and Sydney dealings with multiple stock figures and prices listed in a misc. market rundown.

Germany

Premier Muir in Talks Over Wool Worker Dispute

Fragmentary report shows The Premier and Commonwealth authority engaged in discussions about a wool workers dispute. Details are unclear due to damaged text, but note mentions official authorization and a resolution effort at the national level.

Ambitious plan for refugee settlement in British Empire era

A muddled report discusses a sweeping effort to house refugees across British possessions in Africa and beyond. It highlights Mr. Rowsevall's leadership, survey work, and proposals to back resettlement with limited colonial resources, with Alaska noted as a potential model for refugee handling.

Africa Rowsevall Shalaot Sigmnerring Sausietna Mir Hacbert

State Parliament Nominations for NSW Legislative Council

Nominations closed today for the 18 seats in the New South Wales Legislative Council to be elected on November 1. The Labor Party holds 48 members across both houses. delegates discuss possible gains and the impact of new nominations including C. Molson for the Tories and other figures.

Sydney Asaimbary Legielative Council Ln Aggll Tonday C. Molson Tories Minery Peclaration Jinatore Banars Kalgint Bit Orant Poe Nominten Wade Wp Tabour U.cp Alight WU Labour’ Party Botht Houes Taader Labour i Taney Uae

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