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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 04, 1941
Page
2
Detroit City authorities removed a housing project contract worth 15000 dollars amid concern over rising costs. The move follows a freezing order on bituminous coal prices set to stay stable to prevent shortages during production stoppages.
The Assistant Minister Mr Colina denied in the House yesterday that quantities of champagne ordered from 8 Smith and Sons were for Sir Bertram Stevens. The wine was reported to be part of an order from the War Board India and used entirely for Indian authorities.
Washington reports a potential shipment of 50 000 dollars worth of garden seeds to Finland by the American Red Cross. The seed mix includes vegetables and crops suitable for Finnish production. A note mentions restrictions on wearing German and Italian decorations.
An odd excerpt quotes the Journal declaring oral remedies cure catarrhal infections and related ailments. It touts a new era of relief for catarrh sufferers and urges rapid use of a long list of tinctures and tonics for colds influenza bronchitis rheumatism arthritis and fevers.
The Child Endowment Bill sailed through the Senate with no amendments or opposition. Labor members praised the measure as war relief for mothers, while debates noted its wage-based benefits and tax implications for families with multiple children and income above £1000. The payroll tax to fund the scheme was discussed as a deduction for federal tax.
A densely garbled radio timetable lists programs for stations 2FC and SAR 630 with a long string of times and show names. It mixes news, music, devotions, lectures, sports, and special segments across hours, with numerous formatting errors and inconsistent spellings.
Washington reports a major labour dispute at Ford River Rouge and Allis Chalmers plants triggers fears of national defence sabotage. The House orders Naval and Military committees to probe defence programme while lawmakers debate mediation, autarchy risks, and postwar economic order under global leadership.
The schedule lists matches for the Braddon Club championship this weekend. Saturday 1.50 MacKinnon v Larkham, 2.00 Mr. and Mrs. O Sullivan versus McMillan and Mixa Southwell, 2.30 Mr. and Mrs. Larkham v McKinnon and Miss Southwell, 4.00 Mixed doubles final. Sunday 2.00 Men's singles final, ladies doubles final, mixed doubles consolation.
The Joint Parliamentary Committee on the Apple and Pear Board was announced by Assistant Minister for Commerce Mr Anthony. Members include Mr Perking as chairman, with Mr Pollard Mr Bell Mr Froal Mr Wilken Senator Fraser and Senator James McLachlan. The inquiry will review administration and finances and assess the machinery of national security regulations affecting the board’s functions.
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