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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1940
Page
3
Russian actions in the Baltic region aim to sharpen pressure on Romania over Bessarabia and Hukovina. Reports say Germany and Italy have not backed Moscow, while air raids continue across France Jersey and Sendland with RAF targeting military sites.
Tandan June 28 Trusaian troops advance into Eunenia as ultimatum terms remain unknown. The Roumanian government confirms Soviet demands for cession of Bessarabia and parts of Bukewink provinces, Thrndhlan ports, and the Rick Reupert of Constant. King Carol seeks to preserve relations but signals potential compromise as officials interpret the communique.
According to Swiss radio Tandem on June 28, Rum shin accepted a five point ultimatum. Restitution of Ressara ion in the northern part of 43, control of the Danube region through Russian occupation of Frat Gaialt and Constanta, and changes in Romanian political austerity are listed as terms.
A Russian radio bulletin from Moscow reported Romania responding to Hungarian pressure with a request for postponement. Romanian officials claimed King Carol secured a temporary extension while Romanian troops moved to fortify the first zone at 2 pm. Germany and Italy were said to be uninterested in the crisis and offered little support.
Rowanian forces announced a general mobilization of the army and navy to take effect at midnight as Hungary and Bulgaria may follow Romania in attempting to regain territories. Troop movements intensify in Hungary and Swertia, per an Associated Press correspondent.
London reports from Time on 27 that General de Gaulle weighs major issues for France in exile. A leading plan hints at shifting French colonies in Africa to Italy while General Catoux in Indo China signals a resumption of invasion. French communities in Sydney and Perth express backing for de Gaulle and ongoing resistance support.
London June 28 despatches say the French colonies and fleets are aiding the Syria campaign. General Mudehinner, French commander in Syria, announced the creation of mercenaries and urged twelve Protestant warships in Alexandria to continue the fight with Great Britain.
London reports that raids against occupied France and Allied writings by the French count boost British morale. The War Secretary Mr Anthon Faden endorses offensive measures, noting future actions will follow, including coastal raids and continued RAF bombing and tightened blockades of France.
The Daily Mail reports that Goebbels has seized control of the French press, now directing its attacks against Beituln and Germany. The note references London tape 2 and suggests widespread propaganda influence from the Nazi regime on foreign media.
A chaotic wartime dispatch notes Italian air activity on both sides with strikes on Malta and targets in Africa. Reports claim Libyan and Somaliland air operations continue while native tribes seek desertion. Continuous bombings of military and naval objectives are cited, with claims of raids from Kenya and actions near Sollum.
The report notes persistent German aircraft operations over the region and the Royal Air Force raids as the source of rising anxiety. Officials say the situation is tense and citizens seek reassurance amid ongoing air activity and security measures.
Last night aircraft dropped incendiaries and high explosives over the northeast and southeast of England and southeast Scotland. Damage was light with few casualties. RAF fighters intercepted many projectiles, some falling in open country. Debris and shell fragments were reported near a wreck site linked to a Junkers 88 which exploded midday near a town.
An official report says civilians were machinegunmed by enemy aircraft during raids on Jeremy and Guernsey yesterday. Twenty three people died and several injured across Crewe with many more harmed by the strikes. Material damage to property reported.
In Yokia it was announced that Japan will send Mr. Nao take Sato to Germany to personally explain Japan's views on Britain's, France's and the Netherlands eastern possessions. Sato is said to have reached a complete understanding with Musee Vint and informed relevant parties. The talks reaffirm the penalty of Japanese protectorates in French Indo China and the Netherlands East Asian possessions after discussions with Italy and Germany.
Cairo June 27 King Farouk requested Senator Hassan Sabry Pasha to form a new government while Hasan Kabry Pasha, a farmer in the portfolio of Minister, roles in the cabinet are being reconsidered amid a government shakeup.
The Admiralty announced that the submarine Tetrarch under lieutenant-Commander R. J. Minis sunk a deeply laden enemy transport of about 8,000 tons off the south coast of Norway.
Mr and Mrs I. MrAlinden of Porth tour Yalgoo visiting relatives Mr and Mrs Sire. Mrs F. Mansa returns to Geraldton from the metropolitan area. Mesare Warene Mickle of Wittena and Earle Mickle of Meckwtharra on business in Geraldton staying at the Victoria Hotel. Mr P. Coyne of Agnew former Yalton resident visited and left with his son Ab M.D. Coyne. Mr BW Dune formerly with Jorda railway now retired visits with his wife. Mr and Mrs Tanne and R Clarkson plan to travel to Coe for about a month. Police-constable A. G. Ridley, long-time reserve and assistant gaoler, transferred to William to lead that station. Ridley departs with his wife and family for William on Monday afternoon.
In a broad air raid, Tanson and the Tunkish planes attacked Great Britain last night and today. German victims mounted as incendiaries fell, with fires started inland across south eastern and north eastern England and scattered damage reported along the western coast.
The Air Ministry announced RAF bombers attacked enemy strongholds on Tuesday, with continued operations over Hellion and the northwest sector. Reports describe persistent aerial activity targeting strategic positions amid ongoing pressure.
The report lists multiple matches with team names and scores, including Claremont 24 goals 18 behinds 157 points, East Fremantle 18 21 129, Swan District 13 0 84, Subiaco 15 0 96, and West Perth 11 0 70, with several errors in team spellings.
Metropolitan area race meeting conducted by Belmont Park Club with detailed results for Maiden Handicap, Belmont Plate, and other events. Notable entries include Maid en Handicap winners and listed horses with odds, payouts, and participants such as Tropics, Prince Yodelee, and Lisdoomware amid a field of 20 plus runners across seven furlongs to over a mile distances.
A report details battery area crushings with figures for several parcels. Notable entries include B Seell delivering an average of 1 ox 1 deta, 25 gr, and the largest parcel near 454 ox to Menera, Elnnter, and Price of Nannine. Other totals list Gall, Speil, Bentley, Funetti, and Mis with varying tonnages and ore values.
The notice lists church services for Presbyterian and other parishes tomorrow, including Sunday School at Rt. Jebe's 10 am, morning prayers by Rev. Temglax, and evening services with hymns and intercession. It also mentions Holy Communion at Desist, sixth Sunday after Trinity at Parkah, and a national Intercession service at 7:30 pm with the choir performing.
Afternoon gathering at Mower Valley featured prize bets and results across several juvenile and handicap races. Notable contenders included Derthay Highlant Moreh and Chetdemibe with varied dividends and betting odds recorded alongside additional placings and betting summaries.
The notice lists early acceptances for the Grand National Hunt race and the Grand National Steeplechase run on a Saturday, with runners including Bridge of Dark, Dark David, Rxmoor, Bully Hayes, Mustela, Brightello, Blackford, Jess Gruestelly and others. The distances are about three miles and a furlong, with weights to be carried and final confirmations forthcoming.
A psychologist professor hosts a prisoner escapee who seizes his summer estate turning it into a nightmare. The killer’s motive unfolds during a tense verbal duel as family and guests endure terror. Strong performances from Ralph Bellamy Chester Morris Rage Stradner Joan Perry Ant
Canterbury meeting results list pace events and handicaps with several horses named. Jumpers flat mile and three furlongs includes Duck and Heeroman among others. Flying Handicap features Flying Knight and Minewn with several others. Weakly legible entries show odds and placements for each race and the weight handicaps listed.
Racing brief notes list horse names and odds from a field card with multiple entries. Sideup and Aren't We AT appear among other starters and retentions, with odd phrasing and fragmented figures.
New York reports the Republican National Convention chose Wen del L Wilkie as the party’s candidate. A former president defended Hoover and praised Wilkie for internationalism while opposing dictators. The convention warned that defeat would bring dishonor?
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