29 Jun 1940
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Newspaper
Dubbo Liberal And Macquarie Advocate
Location
Dubbo, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1940
Page
1
General De Gaulle, head of the French National Committee, calls on every armed Frenchman to continue resistance. He denounces surrender and eviction of French positions while asserting his voice for North Africa. Baudouin criticizes England's attitude from Meaux, urging steadiness in the crisis.
British forces in East Africa repulsed an Italian attack on a border front near Abyssinia and British Somaliland. Cairo issued a brief acknowledging strong detachments, tanks, and a small garrison repelling the assault with casualties reported among enemy forces and civilians.
A war dispatch reports General Sir Thomas Bixmmey and allied leaders assert that French colonies remaining under German influence will align with Britain. The piece cites confidence in increased colonial manpower and resources aiding the Middle East theater, promising decisive support for British operations.
Australian troops arrive in London for leave amid crowds of about 100 spectators at a rail depot. The quiet departure of the soldiers draws smiles and light applause from the onlookers as they prepare to travel onward. The scene reflects a layover prior to further movement in the war effort.
A confusing report states that a Reasian figure issued an ultimatum to Kimi Carol claiming Rumatian lands gained after the last day. An anonymous Kuntanian report says five pleaded for time as Soviet measures regarding Bessarabia were served. Mobilization of Bussian forces followed amid fears of Transylvania invasion.
Tokio dispatch reports Japanese envoy Sato, former Foreign Affairs Minister, to outline Tokyo's views on Britain's France and the Netherlands. Sato is said to have reached complete understanding with Mussolini on theOriental protectorate question, amid talks involving Mussolini and Hitler.
Soviet troops march into Bessarabia following an ultimatum for cession. Reports from Bucharest say large Soviet air squadrons flew over Bessarabia and Bukovina as Romania weighs its response amid tense frontier moves and evacuation orders.
Fragmented readable text references offers to take homeless children and mentions ministry figures and private homes. The garbled lines name cities and individuals but lack coherent events or dates.
Fragmented notes describe refueling and production work for Ford aero engines. Mentions Honey ford aircraft and board of motor company, with references to Australia and Commonwealth requirements for war effort. Page 6 note indicates telegraphic news and other items.
A federal court hearing centers on union clubs and stop-work plans. Judge Caustic notes tensions over meetings and promises that union actions will not disrupt essential wartime production, as Federated Snginodeivers and Puomen's ALsoolition leaders seek assurances.
A fragmentary report hints at a moratorium question amid Commonwealth discussions. The text references Sydney, Priny Went, and Ms Male, noting a possible debate over a moratorium's status and the state’s stance. The matter likely moves to the next meeting between Privy Council and Commonwealth representatives.
Australian cricket great Don Bradman joined the Royal Australian Air Force in Adelaide on Friday night. He was sworn in as a member of the air crew reserve after passing medicals and will attend night study classes until called up. Bradman’s move, described as inspirational, follows decades of stellar cricket achievements and a storied career shaping Australian sport.
Reports from central channels claim Germany made sensational peace overtures to England. Britain denies leadership of armistice minded cabinet group. Chamberlain rejects cooperation with a powerful Conservative faction led by former Prime Minister. Department of Information calls rumors pitiful and unfounded.
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