29 Oct 1940
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 29, 1940
Page
1
London reports Italy launches assault on Greece after ultimatum. British cabinet weighs Greece appeal for aid as Athens endures air raid sirens and blackouts. Civilians crowd streets, flags waved, and kingpins discuss troop movements and air activity amid mounting tension.
Berlin sources admit Uvy heard of an Italo Greece fight, but no official confirmation exists as Italian journalists cannot reach Rome by telephone.
Italian ultimatum demanding Greece surrender is rejected by General Metaxas as Greece mobilises. Reports say fighting breaks on the Albanian frontier after Italy threatens a new thrust within hours and Greek air raid alarms sound at 7 am in Athens.
Mervyn Slosberg, UC graduate, speaks on American elections during lunch hour. He notes the 1916 keep out of war policy, warns both Willkie and Roosevelt claim no soldiers overseas, but United States will not abandon Britain. He pins January 20 inauguration as a factor in future policy.
The Italian submarine Kebalo sank the Belgian cargo vessel Kebalo after ordering its crew to Ponte. The crew were taken aboard the submarine and remained for 36 hours before being landed at Madeira as conditions worsened and towing proved impossible.
Italy condemns Greece for allowing British fleet movements and aiding British forces. Rome cites Greek territorial access and military formations in the Aegean as provocative and dangerous to Italian interests. The note seeks acceptance of Italian security measures and occupancy rights amid the conflict with England.
Greek Prime Minister warned that Italy’s note declares war as Italian troops move to occupy, with a 6 am start time. Greek officials dispute incidents cited by Rome as childish inventions while reporting talks at the frontier and meetings with sector commanders.
From Ian G Fitchett a war correspondent reports Cairo hosts a final town visit for Australian troops before withdrawal to Alex Squinet. Troops, described as cheered and sun bleached, faced a last raid by native forces, with the Highlanders returning with captured guns and ammunition.
Rome reports Mussolini and key government leaders shifted the Fascist anniversary to allow his flight from Rome. Hitler arrives in Florence for talks as Franco-German diplomacy tightens. Vichy signals Laval broadcast on negotiations while Baudouin’s resignation stance is denied. The Times condemns cooperation with Ribbentrop and warns Britain’s resolve will deter surrender.
Amsterdam reports cite Gestapo tactics including teachers asking pupils who listened to foreign broadcasts, raids on homes, confiscations, and curfews for Dutch citizens. The piece details mass executions, forced labor, deportations, and the harsh discipline aimed at quashing resistance while outlining German policy against Jews and Poles.
Reuters reports a potential peace initiative between Germany, Japan, and China amid wartime strain. The rumor includes St Trautmann’s return to China and surprise at any possible accord, though most expect no agreement between Japan and China.
A fragmented report notes a stance of loyalty among Chinese communities, referencing themes of friendship and alliance amid tense or uncertain relations as described in terse quotations.
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