WHAT HITLER SAYS

Grey River Argus, 29 August 1939, Page 8

WHAT HITLER SAYS

(Allowing the Fuehrer to speak for himself on the leading questions of the modern world, the following are accurately-translated quotations from ‘‘Mein Kampf”):— 1. No second military Power is to be suffered in Europe. Every attempt to set up, even in form, a second military Power bordering on Germany is to be regarded as an attack on Germany. (Page 754). 2. 1 am convinced that a life-and-death struggle with France must and will come and it could only then succeed if France were first isolated. (Page 765 condensed). 3. Only when Germany pulls herself together for a final struggle with France, only then will the useless wrestling be brought to a close. But this will only be if Germany sees in the destruction of France a means to win for herself expansion in other directions. To-day we have eighty million Germans in Europe. Our foreign politics will only then be recognised as right, when, after scarcely a hundred years, two hundred and fifty million Germans will be living on the Continent. (Pages 766-7). 4. So-called “humaneness” reveals itself as a mixture of stupidity, cowardise and conceit, and melts away like snow under the March sun. Mankind grew great in eternal battle—in eternal peace it would lie destroyed. (Pages 148-9). 5. The fault of the German Government was that, merely for the sake of keeping the peace, it always missed the best moment of attack. (Page 176). 6. What most troubled me in my youth was that I had been born in. a time which apparently woul ( ] erect its Temple of Fame only to shopkeepers and State officials. The storms of history seemed to be so far stilled that the future seemed destined to be a “peaceful competition between the peoples’’—that is, a comfortable mutual swindling to the exclusion of forcible methods of resistance. (Page 172).

7. He who really at heart wishes for the victory of the pacifist idea in this world should use every means to secure the conquest of the world by the Germans. (Page 315). 8. If the German people had possessed the herd-like unity that benefited the others the German Reich would to-day no doubt (wohl) be Mistress ol the Globe (Horrin des Erdbails). (Pages 437-8). 9. The responsible Government, departments understood next to notning of the value and the nature ol propaganda. That by clever and persistent propaganda a people can be persuaded that heaven itself is hell or that the most wretched existence is paradise —this only the Jew', understood, and acted accordingly. The German, or rather his Government, had not the slightest idea of it. a fact, that had its worst results during the war. (Page 302). Plainly in the last passage Hitler wishes' to stimulate his followers to develop the methods which he accuses the Jew's of using. He has certainiv succeeded. (The quotations are from the twelfth (1932) edition . of "Men Kampf.”) Roosevelt’s Irony PEACE "A LOVELY HOPE.” WASHINGTON, August 25. Mr Roosevelt, in a conference with the Press, said there is still hope that war may be averted in Europe, and because this hope still exists, he cannot make any decision now' in connection with the calling of a special session of Congress, io consider revising the neutrality law'. However, the PiesKlent made it clear that he regards the current situation as one of the utmost gravity. Mr Rooseve.t sai ( j he oelieved that he made the position clear regarding a special session when he said, at Hyde Park, that he would not call Congress together until it became clear that war was imminent. He added that there seems to be some confusion about the word "imminent.” He said he always felt that the word carried a connotation of certainty, and he would not regard the present situation as certain to result i n war, adding that it. seemed to him there was nothing to be said furthci than that, regarding the special session. ' a touch of irony crept into his voice, as he described the prospects of peace as “a lovely hope. He said i Hl re had no information in addition to that possessed by the newspapermen, in arriving at. his feeling that there Still exists a lovely hope that there will be no war. Turning to the effect of a possible European war on the United Slates, Mr Roosevelt, said that Government departments and agencies had been at work since September, 19.,8, estaboqt uotqsno oj A.iouiiputu nuiqsi] feet of a foreign conflict. U.S.A. CABINET MEMBER’S CLAIM NEW YORK, August 26. The Assistant-Secretary for War, Mr. Johnson, in a speech at Roanoke. Virginia, alleged that the failure ol Congress to enact the Administration s neutrality programme had precipitated the crisis by encouraging Germany to “gamble on general war. He added: “Our embargo on the export of arms was bluntly and obviously discrimination in Germany’s favour The attitude a nd policies' of the Umted States must now be considered a definite factor in European affairs, whether we like it or not.” Polish Report PLOT AGAINST KILTER MANY ARRESTS MADE. LONDON, August 27. The Exchange’s Warsaw corres-

pondent says that the Polish wireless stations to-night broadcast a story that the German Gestapo had discovered a plot against Herr Hitler, in which the military members of the Reichstag and some Nazi Party members were involved. It is stated that the proposed summoning of the Reichstag for August 26, to hear Herr Hitler’s proposals to Britain, was abandoned after the discovery at the Kroll Opera House of complete preparations for an attempt on the life of Herr Hitler. A strong military contingent was posted at the Opera House, and many arrests were made in Berlin and throughout the Reich.

OVATION FOR HITLER ADDRESS TO REICHSTAG. BERLIN, August 27. Herr Hitler addressed me members of the German Reichstag, at a meeting in the Chancellory. A communique says that the deputies gave the Fuehrer a wild ovation at the end of his speech, which stressed the seriousness of the present hour. The deputies immediately left Berlin. Plot Denied AT BERLIN. [Aust. & N.Z. Cable Assn.] 1 (Received Aug. 29, 12.15 a.m.) BERLIN. August 28. The Propaganda Ministry said that it had no knowledge of the alleged pint on Hitler’s life as reported over the Polish radio. Baltic Small Powers NEUTRAL STAND. COPENHAGEN, August 27. “We are convinced that we can preserve our neutrality,” declared the Foreign Minister (Mr. Peter Munch>. He added: We hope to maintain our trade with England and Germany, along the usual lines. We have an army and navy, but shall not have to use them, since both parties are interested in the preservation’ of our neutrality. The same applies to Norway, Sweden, and Finland. We shall favour neither side, and shall deal impartially with both, prohibiting the export of arms to either side. BALTIC COUNTRIES. , PROHIBIT EXPORTS. COPENHAGEN, August 27. The Minister of Agriculture has prohibited the export of rye, wheal, barley, oats and maize. The Swedish Government has prohibited the export of coffee, tea, and other consumables; also cattle, pigs, sheep, copper, tin, lead and zinc. LITHUANIA GIVEN GUARANTEE. LONDON, August 27. Reuter’s Kaunas correspondent says that Poland and Germany have guaranteed respect for Lithuania’s neutrality. Lithuania has suggested a military alliance among Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia to safeguard Baltc neutrality. HUNGARY AND ROUMANIA. LONDON, August 27. The Budapest correspondent of the Associated Press ol Great Britain says it is officially announced that the Government of Hungary' has countered the refusal of a non-aggression pact with Roumania, with a proposal for a treaty guaranteeing the rights of minorities. HUNGARY’S DEFENCE MEASURES _ t(Received Aug. 29, 2 a.m.) BUDAPEST, April 28. 'rhe Hungarian Supreme Defence Council met to consider defence measures in the event of an emergency. HUNGARIAN NAZIS DEMONSTRATE. LONDON, August 27. The Budapest, correspondent of the Associated Press says that, police drew their sabres, crushed a Nazi demonstration, and prevented a procession. Many people were hurt in street fighting. TURKEY'S ATTITUDE. ANKARA, August 27. Ismet Pasha informed Herr von Papen plainly, that Turkey was remaining faithful to her engagements with Britain and France. ITALIAN AIR-RAID PRECAUTIONS. ROME, August 27. The first anti-air raid precautions were visible in Rome this evening, when all the street lamps were cover-' ed with black tin lids. STOCK EXCHANGES. LONDON, August 27. The Berlin Bourse was boomed in the last da.y or two in the belief that a general peace settlement, is likely, to Germany’s advantage. The Paris Bourse is very’ active with spirited bidding. ORIENT SAILINGS CANCELLED. LONDON,' August 27. The Orient Line announces the cancel) tion of Australian sailings, as follows: Orion September 9, Orcades October 10, Orford November 4, Orford cruises September 2 and 9 and the Orford’s voyage to Egypt on September &0.

Canadian Volunteers FOR HOME DEFENCE (Received August 28, 9 p.m.) NEW YORK, August 27. Ten thousand members of Canada's non-permanent militia are now under arms, following on the Prime Minister.s Mr Mackenzie King’s call to man Atlantic and Pacific coast defences, and to guard vulnerable utilities and public properties. The militia responded swiftly and willingly. There was no delay in their mobilisation. CANADIAN LEAVE CANCELLED. OTTAWA, August 25. The Defence Minister (Mr. lan Mackenzie), has cancelled all leave for the permanent forces, 4,000 in the

Army, 3,000 in the Air Force, and 2,000 in the Navy Service. Egyptian Control Order FOOD, MACHINERY AND RAILWAYS. August 28, 11.20 p.m.) >, CAIRO, August. 28. An Egyptian decree subjects to control food, oil, machinery, and the railways. AUSTRALIAN ACTION. CANBERRA, August. 28. Mr Menzies that the view of the Commonwealth Government on the international situation had been placed before Mr Chamberlain. it is authoritatively stated that tae Commonwealth Government expressed the view that every effort should .be made to achieve a settlement by negotiation, but, if Britain were lorced into war, Australia would stand wdn her. . , . Although offical cables received by Federal Ministers at the week-end presented a brighter view of the international situation, the, Defence measures have been intensified, as a precautionary measure. Cablegrams have been sent, ' ing to Australia the First Naval Member, Sir Ragnar Colvin, the Chief ol the General Staff, Major-Genera Lavtrack, and the Adjutant, Colonel E. K. Smart. AUCKLAND EX-SERVICEMEN AUCKLAND, August 27. Equipped with uniforms, rifles and other gear 180 former servicemen in Auckland are now ready should the occasion arise to undertake guard c.uty as a special anti-sabotage •m— c at selected vital points in the city and its surroundings. As members of the national military resew? they have accepted duty at the cal! of lhe authorities without question. If the or.tei should come they Wil: leave their homes and occupations' and go to tneir stations. Nearly 60 of these men had been training as members of the anti-air-craft light machine-gun detachment, but transferred to the anti-sabotage force on Friday evening when volunteers were called for the guard service. .PRETORIA, August 26. General Hertzog is recalling Parliament. on September 2, in order to prolong the life of the Senate, which expires on September 6. SIMLA, August 26. The Government, has prohibited the export of arms, ammunition, flax and chemicals. LONDON, August 26. All Italians, with the exception of the Consul, have been requested to quit Gibraltar. x Herr Hess, in a statement, said that the German Air Force was still far superior to those of the Western Powers. Germany was capable to withstanding a blockade now that the encirclement move had been, smashed.

LABOUR MESSAGE. TO GERMAN WORKERS. RUGBY, August 25. “War is very' near,” states the British Labour Party in a message to the German people issued this evening. "If Herr Hitler attacks Poland it will be war for Germany, not only with Poland, but from the first, day with Britain and France also. Your Government does not tell you the truth. British Labour, which is the friend of the German people, will tell you the truth. Your Government made a pact of non-aggression with Moscow. The Government which for six years you have been told was your major enemy is now transformed overnight into your historic friend. British Labour tells you with all solemnity that this pact has made no difference at all to the position of Britain and France. We have n 0 wish to destroy the German people. Therefore we will do all in our power to serve peace by telling you the truth now before it is 100 late.”

PEACE APPEALS ENDORSED. [British Official Wireless]. RUGBY, August 25. The "Manchester Guardian,” in a leading article, says: “The policy of the last few months was forced on this country because we cannot let Europe succumb to force. Now we are at the eleventh hour and can, only hope against hope that the appeals of King Leopold, Pope Pius XII, and President Roosevelt will still be heard. “As President Roosevelt says in his appeal to King Victor Emmanuel: “The unheard voices of <ountless millions of human beings ask that they shall not be vainly sacrificed again.’ ” FILM STARS. HOLLYWOOD, August 25. The studios have cabled to film stars in Europe to return home immediately. ' “Book your passage by the first available American-owned ship,” was the message sent to Norma Shearer, Tyrone Power and his wife Annabella, Madeleine Carroll, George Raft, Gene Autry, Gloria Stuart, Constance Bennett, and Bob Hope.