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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 03, 1940

Page

6

Radio Schedule Highlights Numerous Programs Across The Day

The listing outlines a full day of radio programming with sections labeled 2FC and JAR and includes Essential Services News Music and talks. It notes specific time slots from early morning through late evening, featuring guests and performances such as Edwin Styles and the Adelaide Light Orchestra, along with regional service updates and stock market bulletins.

JAR Edwin Styles R. dC. Butler Adelaide Light Orchestra Paul Robeson Proud Valley Robeson Max Afford Byways White Coal Richard PF. Qua Jim Davidson Close Fesson Gordon Betta Stock Exchange Rosebery Kyneton Vic Hoy Rene Sadie Gale Jim Davidean Eddie Gaye Dwal Jenkins Francois Stenpinski Northland Story Don Cousacks

Crookwell Show Loss Reported At A P and H Society

Figures from the Crookwell A P and H Soriety show a loss of £4415 on this year’s show due to drought reducing attendance. Crookwell stock sales saw 3400 sheep ready for inquiry at the Crookwell saleyards with steady demand. Delegates from across New South Wales attended the Baptist Union conference in Goulburn, linked to the centenary of the capital Church.

Crookwell A. P H. Soriety Crookwell Baptist Conference New South Wales The Baptist Union Goulburn

Ainslie Parents and Citizens' Association Meets Tonight

The Ainslie Parents and Citizens' Association holds its monthly meeting at the Alnallo new school to discuss continuing efforts to improve the school facilities. They aim to raise £500 yearly for maintenance and promote good equipment.

Ainslie Parents and Citizens’ Association Alnallo, New School Goodwin

Wool Clip Record Figures in Sydney War Year

About 600000 bales or 18 percent of Australia's current wool clip remains to be appraised before June 20. Winchcombe Carson Ltd says the rappraisements will complete handling Australia’s record clip, with production estimated at 3400000 bales in the war year, far above 1813-14’s 1775000.

Sydney Winchcombe Carson Ltd Australia

Wool Appraisement by Dyney Tuesday Report

Wool appraisal at Byndey Tuesday lists 016 bales and prices for many sheep categories across numerous stations. Firms like Winchcombe Carson Ltd publish details including ewes wethers hoggets and pieces with varied shillings per head at locations such as Armidale Toralga Delegate Queanbeyan Nimmitabel and Bombala.

Bydney Winchcombe Carson Ltd W. E. Belfield Armidale Ewes Wethers Zita Hallias Jamiexon Toralga Bellies Ltd Morrian Brothers Royalla Hoggeta Feere Wethers Ewes Ltd A. H. Trevanion Bombala Hoggets Ewes and Wethers G. D. Withlcott A. J. Woodhouse Berridale Loyd H. Kershaw Bungendore HH. Scartett Berrida Ev Ewer Wid L. Morrison Queanbeyan G. T W. H. Willgoose Mila W. J. Comben Mrs. & A. Ogilvy de E. Trevarion George W. F. de Salis Joseph Feeney Peak View Hoggety Wiliam Fvans Berritale B. H. Trevanion Bombali Ga. Bingley ATE W. L. Allson Countegany J. J. McLiod J. J. McLiod, Mila, Hog- 1Aid; Ewes and Wethers D. C. Willams Candelo Amos Williams Cooma Evans Nimmitabel Sid G. G. Goldby Jundabyne Hogget G. Myers Ralph Whiteman Dalgely F. Wright Heggeta A. J. Ware Adaminaby J Welch

Bradford Wool Tops Bradford in Export Trade Shift

Improved facilities support farm exports as home trade planning suffers from export order concentration. Yarn prices remain firm across grades while fabric output stays steady, signaling a cautious but stable industry outlook.

Bradford

Canberra Study Group forms four sub groups and plans work

In a broadcast from Station 2CY Mr Archer of the Public Service Board announced the Canberra Public Administration Study Group has formed four sub groups. Total membership stands at 100 with about 15 to 20 in each group. Members may include non public servants and community supporters. immediate joining urged to begin group activities without delay.

Station 2Cy Archer Public Service Board Canberra Maulden

Embezzlement Clerk Ordered to Refund £147 at Queanbeyan

Sidney Thomas Hinckaman, employed by W. J. Gibbs and Co., pleaded guilty to nine embezzlement charges totaling £147 1s 4d. He was ordered to repay the amounts plus £5 16s 4d costs, with payments £1 weekly and recognizances of £40.

W. J. Gibbs and Co Stock and Bruin Queanbeyan Bank of New Soth Wales Commercial Banking Company of Syday Ltd Maguire Lid Hincksman Gibbs and Co Hinckaman

Sheep rustling runs wild in Western Queensland farmlands

In Charleville district Queensland hundreds of sheep were stolen at night as rustlers used trucks with lights off to load flocks over fences. Graziers call for patrols after 1495 sheep were stolen from Gowle station and an estimated 10 000 sheep have vanished since the year's start.

Brisbane Queensland Grozicea Charleville Bat Brown H Gowle Outback

Japan plans expanded trade ties with Australia and new posts

Tokyo reports a Foreign Office plan for 10 consulates and embassies to widen relations with Australia. A Consulate General will open in Melbourne in July, with Macassar, Montevideo, and Buenos Aires posts also planned. A South Gent bureau to handle southern affairs is to be created in Tokyo.

Tokyo Japan Australia Melbourne Foreign Office Macassar Monts Video Buenoa Airey

Rosebery Races Two Year Old Handicap and Other Notes

A race card from Kyneton features multiple divisions including Two Year Old Handicap with entries such as Valperella Minnabel and Mythology Maritheus, plus major events Rosebery Handicap and Flying Handicap with numerous contenders like Major and Aladdin. Scratchings noted along with weights and start times across the program.

Narda Injured In Morning Gallop Crash At Gate

Sydney reports the horse Narda was unable to race at Hosebury tomorrow after a rider fell and the horse crashed into a gate. Both sustained head injuries.

Sydney Ily Narda Hosebury Hily

Far West Scheme Canberra Concert Draws Support

A Sydney rail artists group toured Canberra to raise funds for the Far West Children's Health Scheme. They will perform at Albert Mall on Saturday raising money for Drummond Home patients in Manly. Chairman Mr. W. G. Woodger notes ACT included in scheme, no charges for families, and ongoing need funded by events and donations from groups such as Rotary and YWCA.

Sydney Rails Far West Canberra Albert Mall Canberr Manly Musical Society Mothercraft Society Rotary Club Y.W.C.A Vicwria League W. G. Woodger A.C.T Woodger Drummond

Hospital Tax Third Party Car Tax Proposals Studied

The Parliamentary Sweet Committee reported to the Legislative Assembly on hospital administration and tax measures to raise about £1,000,000 for hospital costs. Proposals include 500 tax on income above a basic allowance, reform of hospital funding, and inflationary reforms. The report notes committee members’ absences and suggests planning reform, with aims to reduce infant and maternal mortality and allocate £15 yearly for maternal health, and a hospital capital expenditure plan. Estimated annual hospital funding would reach £3,669,000 if adopted.

Wee N. Thomas Ima Meinees MrGirr Kelly Labewr Saeattees Theo Ned Lents Molly Choe Rita Aidihenal

Rain Outlook For New South Wales Regions

State Meteorologist Mr Mares said rain prospects look promising across New South Wales with the north eastern Incas and south eastern highlands likely to receive rainfall in the coming days. Conditions favorable for run-off were noted along the coast near Bateman's Bay.

Sydney Mares New South Wales Walla Bateman's Bay

Penal servitude for manslaughter at Central Criminal Court

Leslie Erneal Kennedy, 27, a clerk, was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to life penal servitude for the murder of Alexander Miller at Covent Garden Cafe on March ?. Justice Street noted the difficulty in understanding the jury's verdict and stated Kennedy likely used a lethal weapon to cause Miller’s death. The court heard Kennedy began crime in 1993 with prior theft and violence convictions.

Sydney Leslie Erneal Kennedy Central Criminal Court Alexander Miller Covent Garden

Manchester star Johnny Cusick defeats Ginger Roberts on points

In London on a Tuesday lightweight contest Johnny Cusick from Manchester, ex British featherweight champion, boxed to victory against Ginger Roberts of Whitley Bay, winning on points.

London Johnny Cusick Manchester Ginger” Roberts Whitley Bay

Death sentence appeal rejected for Estonian killer

The High Court refused Alexander Novad an Estonian leave to appear again at his death sentence for murder. The jury had found Novad guilty of murdering fellow countryman Mort Pikkur at the Estonian Club on September 24 by putting cyanide in his beer.

Sydney High Court Alexander Novad Novad Mort Pikkur

New York Legalizes Parimutuel Betting Statewide

Governor Lehman signed a bill ending bookmakers statewide and enabling parimutuel wagering. The measure, following a constitutional amendment approved last year, imposes a 10 percent tax on all bets, with equal shares to the state and racing associations, and projects annual state revenue of 1.25 million dollars.

Albany N.Y Lehman New York

Rail freight rise reported for four wartime months

London reports rail freight tonnage led by the railways rose by 10 308 000 tons in the first four months of the war, compared with the same period prior. This indicates intensified transport activity as the conflict expanded.

London

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