Poland and Slovakia Strategic Position in a War Scenario
The analysis argues Slovakia offers no real strategic encirclement of Poland. It notes the rugged terrain, limited roads, and sparse passes reduce any southern invasion plan. Poland can rely on rail and road networks near Krakow and Lwow for defense and counter moves into Slovakia yields limited payoff.
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Slovakia
Wage
Dukla Pass
Dukla
Poprad
Poland
Jabloskow
Chabowka-Sambor- Lwow
Krakow-Preemysl-Lwow
Krakow
Lwow
Carpathian
Germany
Proclamation Declares Contraband Goods in War Time
A wartime proclamation designates certain goods as absolute contraband such as ammunition explosives chemicals and weapons equipment vehicles and communications gear. Other items including food are labeled conditional contraband and may be sold to neutral states if clearly not intended for Germany with proof provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Red Cross Appeal Opened in Canberra War Preparations
At a Canberra meeting, ACT Division of the Red Cross discussed how the organization may aid the war effort. Sir William Clemens proposed regular periodical contributions and methods for community-wide giving. The division noted prior Red Cross service statements from The Canberra Times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australian Capital Territory
Red Crown
Sir William Clemens
Lady Gowrie
Red Cross
William Clemens
Canberra Times
Wooden horse within our walls warns against delays in war effort
An editorial asserts Australia must replace fragmented wartime governance with a centralized national system. It urges immediate Commonwealth control, removal of state delays, and rapid deployment of top officials to Canberra to prevent Hitler’s aims and ensure full national mobilization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
United Kingdom
Commonwealth
Hitler
Walla
East Prussia's Defense Feasibility in German View
The analysis argues East Prussia cannot be defended if separated from the Reich, relying on its own supplies by sea. It estimates seven to nine divisions with Reich aid, or few enough to guard vast frontiers against Poland from multiple routes, with no easy encirclement possible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Slovakia
Poland
Dukla Pass
Guipunta
Juling
Arest
Ungwar
P.des
Chiar Mountains
Tatras
Jabionkow
East Prussia
Danzig
Grudiadz
Torun
Staf
Russia
Germany
Prussia
Reich
Augustow
Suwalki
Grudziadz
Koenigsberg
Jerely
Pomorge
Vistula
Lias
Terew
Grudstad le
Pomorze
Koeslin
Stolp
Bydgosecz
Duke of Kent Message On Delayed Australia Visit
The Duke of Kent reports rejoining the Royal Navy delaying his planned Australia visit and governor-general role. The Prime Minister replies Australians share disappointment yet express pride in royal service and hope for a future opportunity to host the duchess and prince.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mengeles
Duke of Kent
Royal Navy
Australia
George
Petrol Price Duty Passed On Amid Budget Tariffs
The Minister for Customs Mr Lawson issued a Saturday proclamation allowing a rise of 1d per gallon for petrol and heavy fuel oil, including diesel, and 3d per gallon for mineral lubricating oil. Companies may pass increased duties to motor users. price caps apply to August 31. stocks before the duty must be sold at pre August 31 rates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawson
Labour Stand Safety First For Australia
The text reports a Labour stance from Canberra urging safety and home defence over expeditions. It cites Leader Curtin warning that Australia’s manpower is limited by vast territory and highlights distrust of international pacts amid ongoing global conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Curtin
Canberra
Australia
Moratorium Not Regarded as Necessary in War Time
Government will not introduce a wartime moratorium now and will watch the position closely. Special consideration may be given to enlisted men whose Army pay lags behind civil earnings, noting past practice during the last war and possible individual cases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hiwaa
State Works Loans May Be Modified
The Prime Minister Mr Menzies told state premiers that defence needs may prompt changes to the current year loan programme. Total borrowing for the year approved by the Loan Council stands at £41,100,000 for government and semi governmental purposes with a reallocation likely to boost defence funding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Menzies
Commonwealth
States
Frontiers and distances threaten key German cities
The Poznan base exerts pressure toward Breslau and Berlin. Breslau lies about 30 miles from the frontier, Stettin is virtually at zero miles, and Berlin is roughly 55 miles away. The direct threat center around Poznan highlights strategic vulnerability and proximity to major targets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poznan
Germany
Posnan
Breslau
Stettin
Berlin
Prime Minister Hosts Governor General and State Leaders at Dinner
Mr Menzies entertained Lord Gowrie the Governor General State Premier and Minister for Supply Mr Casey and the Assistant Treasurer Mr Spencer at a dinner on Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Menzies
Lord Gowrie
Mr. Casey
Mr. Spencer
Red Cross Appeal by Lady Gowrie Calls for Funds
Lady Zara Gowrie as President of the Australian Red Cross Society urges national donations to support wartime humanitarian work. The appeal seeks money and voluntary service to aid medical advice, transports, stores, comforts, and civilian casualty relief for armed forces and Allies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australian Red Cross Society
Australian Commonwealth
British Empire
Red Cross Society
Red Cross
Australia
Zara Gowrie
Public Appeal Guides Local Sewing Circles Leadership
The article notes awaiting central orders before schemes but acts to source materials and instruction books. It urges interested friends and club members to form a sewing circle led by a chosen leader who applies to Mrs J T Stephenson in Melbourne Avenue Deakin for guidance. Contributions to Lady Gowrie appeal should go to E W Parsons Commonwealth Bank Canberra with public Acknowledgement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waa
J. T. Stephenson
Melbourne Avenue
Deakin
Gowrie
William Clemens
Treneurer
E. W. Parsons
Commonwealthwealth Bank
Canberra
Canberra Times
Red Cross Supplies For Poland
An American radio announces that the Red Cross Baoclery has appropriated £10,000 for hospital tents medicine and supplies for the Polish Red Cross.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross Baoclery
Red Cross
Carry On Australian Industry Appeal by Minister for Supply
Minister for Supply Mr Casey urged private industry to carry on as usual despite offers from manufacturers to join government defence work. He noted government will first use munition factories and ammo annexes in production before turning to private firms, which will aid general production in the meantime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Casey
Larry
Australia
Mr. Iy
Petrol ban lifted in Auckland allows limited car use
The government ends the petrol ban for private car owners in Auckland. Private vehicles may use up to 10 gallons a month for non business purposes, marking a relaxation of wartime fuel controls in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auckland
Curtin urges Australia to conserve manpower and resist profiteering
Mr Curtin argues Australia must preserve manpower for Britain and maintain grain wool and manufacturing exports. He says Germany seeks domination and laments war profiteering while defending civil liberties and free speech amid wartime controls. He calls for an united Australia and a rational path to peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Curtin
Australia
Britain
Ne Fional
Curtin Aahle
United Australia
Labour Party
Curtin
Country Party Leaders Split Over Coalition Move
The Country Party weighs a possible coalition as Sir Earle Page seeks to resign leadership and Mr Menzies faces calls over who controls ministry entry. A party bulletin stresses unity or dissolution depending on Menzies position after Tuesday talks.
Choice of Ministry in Wartime Coalition Talks
The exchange between Prime Minister and Country Party leader Menzies reveals tensions over forming a wartime coalition. Menzies rejects an offer that would force Country Party ministers to surrender identity, while Page offers services but warns ministers must be chosen by mutual agreement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earle Page
Country Party
Menzies
Curtin
Labour Party
Warie Rage
Reime
Tit
Mothia
Remy
Idr
Mensiea
Bir Earie
Mengies Uwo
Conor
Tie
Uwin Wi
Tor
Coury Smn
Posto
Vonal
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