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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 18, 1940
Page
1
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London reports Marshal Petain announced in a broadcast that France has halted fighting and begun negotiations with the enemy to seek an honorable end to hostilities while Britain vows to press on toward victory. Reynaud resigns, Petain to form new government with Lebrun approving the move.
Reported dispatches describe Britain vowing to continue the struggle despite France’s collapse and Germany pushing from the Saar and Lorraine toward the Maginot Line. Officials note heavy German operations along the Rhine, with Paris under pressure and Britain preparing to hold ground if negotiations fail.
Melbourne dispatch cites Prime Minister Mindey saying the war is not ending soon. He urges continued effort, condemns recrimination, praises France, and calls for united action by the Allied powers to hasten victory. He warns against armistice terms and emphasizes Britain's enduring resolve and global cooperation.
Army mediation incomplete on national defence law as Melbourne recruiting depots faced applicants for home service. Wariness arose over drill halls and depots, with the ALP stance and Minister for the Army Mr. G. A. Blreet voicing plans to boost home defence as soon as possible.
Allied leaders warn of critical supply needs amid rapid French reorganization during the retreat in 1940. U.S. forces and Britain adjust routes to Cherbourg and other ports to support communications and rearmament, while fear grows of German occupation and equipment gaps.
The governor urged a stark assessment of the war situation, condemning the dire stakes and urging unity as the conflict dragged on. He spoke of strain, uncertainty, and the need for resolve amid ongoing hostilities.
Victoria conducted large police raids at homes linked to communists after the Saturday night proclamation by the Federal Government. The operation targeted several branches and involved many houses in the city and suburban districts. No arrests were reported, but substantial quantities of literature were seized.
A Baltic crisis report claims German and Soviet pressures threaten Latvia Lithuania and Estonia. Russian ultimatums and troop movements in Latvia and Estonia raise fears of occupation as Baltic frontiers tighten and Helsinki Riga air links are cut.
London reports a tentative Balkan defense pact with Romania Turkey and Yugoslavia and Italy as part of a broader alliance against potential aggression. Moscow and Helsinki dispatches describe official Soviet news agencies noting signs of new regional alignments as Europe braces for wider conflict.
London report on Japanese women in the city returning home after wartime work. The piece notes movement of civilians and mentions travel arrangements and current conditions as officials coordinate departures. Strong entities include London and Japan.
London dispatch reports Prime Minister M Reynaud resigning amid wartime turmoil. The Free Cabinet names Weygand as Vice Premier and detains others while France faces political and diplomatic debates on continuing the struggle. Britain’s cabinet meets in London amid the crisis as France studies President Lebrun’s message.
A wartime dispatch from Melbourne notes Allied leaders confront tense diplomacy. Reports from Bordeaux say Raymond Poincaré communicated with Georges Mandel after a strained three hour French British meeting. Reynaud's stance sparks cabinet debate amid rumors of a reshaped ministry and continued Allied pressure.
A report from Bordeaux describes a narrow escape from German bombers by Reynaud near central France. The piece lists ministers without portfolio Abrial and others, notes American diplomats reporting refusals, and mentions cabinet reshuffles including Bennet and Planques with lingering uncertainty about the new government.
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