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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 15, 1939
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR text shows names and places in Canberra region Queanbeyan and district. Mentions Mortatreet City Canterrs and newsagency, Queanbeyan A M Pallick Money. Readable details sparse. unable to confirm event or clear entities beyond regional references.
Unclear weather report from Canberra with fragmented readings for Friday morning. Includes forecasts of temperatures around 60s and 30s with rainfall chances and unsettled conditions, heavy rain at times, later easing to mist and fog. Entities: Canberra.
Rain readings at Canberra show eight inches from the year start with 117 points of rainfall logged on the weather road. A heavy shower yesterday afternoon sent creeks roaring and swelling surrounding hills to flood levels as average annual rainfall for Canberra stands at 82.38 inches.
Severe flood rains paralysed extensive regions with washouts blocking the line between Melbourne and Sydney and roadhoses sweeping away a office at Fangool Dookie. Trains halted and passengers conveyed by road while authorities warned rails could remain closed as waters rise across Moorabool Creek and western districts. Local meteorologists predicted peak flood levels today with continued risk of further washaways.
The Women's Service in the Australian Capital Territory reports progress in recruiting volunteers. A meeting noted General Blamey could not attend and urged registrations at Civic Centre Snows Corner Kingston near Amber Court Masuka Arcade from Friday. Council members will take registrations Tuesday 3:80 to 4:30 and Friday sessions. volunteers will join first aid and mechanical classes with immediate formation of classes planned.
The Commonwealth Government rejects 141 refugee migrants applications to enlist in the Australian militia. The minister says most applicants are Germans, Austrians, and Czechs aged 20 to 34, with some older. officials still welcome willing foreigners for other military roles.
The Telopen Park Parents and Citizens Association plans reviving the Gorman Library under school custodianship to boost lending to regional schools. They seek government support to keep the library in Territory schools and fund book supplies. Waratah fete profits reached £146, a satisfactory result. The Department may fund front verandah protection for Telopen Park School, with glass enclosure possible. The association to hold its annual meeting next Tuesday.
A historical analysis argues Britain and France must back anti aggression with stronger guarantees to Romania Greece and Turkey. It notes Eden’s policy failed to curb fascist moves and highlights battles around the Mediterranean including Spain and Egypt, warning of intensified Italian and German pressure and the strategic importance of Turkey and the Dardanelles.
Commonwealth investigations found no cases of industrial award breaches by alien employers or employees in Australia. The secretary admitted some non-observance in backyard factories, mostly family businesses, but most awards are observed and work will not plunge into war. The NSW president of the Returned Soldiers and Labour Imperial League spoke at a Goodwill camp luncheon for 164 boys from the Far West.
The first Australian born Bishop of the Goulburn Diocese, Dr. McGuire, visited Queanbeyan with Rev Pathera Casey and O Connell. He was welcomed at the council chambers by Mayor and Alderman Exmond and Mrs Exmond. McGuire praised Prime Minister Lyons and Mr Chamberlain for peace and leadership.
Bhopa selling foods should be teemed and iced with caution as the Pura Foods Act breach is raised. North Sydney council considers action after a man is fined for assault following a fragmented report of a food sale launch and precautionary measures at Orem.
Grain officials revise wheat production outlook upward to about 112 million bushels in March estimates while noting lower yields in other regions. The March situation reduces total expected harvest by 17 million bushels from the ten year average, with notable stocks held at country aids on terminal ports.
An 18 year old boy admitted writing a threatening blackmail letter to Adelaide shopkeeper John Hobbs of Walkerville. The youth entered the tailor’s shop and demanded £5, warning of dire consequences if no payment. He was remanded for a week for consideration of an appropriate penalty.
Sydney reports a war raid precautions instruction issued for schools. An official statement from the National Emergency Service and Ministerial remarks indicate steps taken, with announced amendments and confirmation that actions have been carried out as part of emergency planning.
A street-level report notes growing shack growth along the Molonglo River near Kidston with shelters housing about 40 men. Residents voice disapproval as the makeshift homes expand, raising concerns over living conditions and local order.
Fragmentary report notes Southdowns sold well at Wellington with strong demand. A large ewe of 31 feet was among the top lots, fetching high prices, while several other lots secured good bids and the best price reached a substantial figure.
Victorian and Commonwealth governments clash over financial aid for health programs. Harris of Victoria urges full cooperation, while Sir George Ritchie promises aid only if no extra costs fall on the state. The dispute centers on shared responsibilities and funding for national fitness initiatives.
An accident occurred at the intersection of Dominion Circuit and Calberra Avenue involving a vehicle driven by Darity Heavy of Mational Forrest and a utility truck driven by Mr. E J Ganty of Onka Karate. Both vehicles were extensively damaged but occupants escaped serious injury.
Albania announces withdrawal from the league as Mussolini’s visit is postponed indefinitely. The decision comes amid tensions tied to Italian pressure and regional alignments in Tirana.
A fragmentary Wellington report criticizes Australian behavior as a craze for paint and other practices affecting children. The piece notes strong public concern about influences on youth and references a wider national debate.
W C Wooderson, an English middle distance runner, may compete in Australia if permission from the Australian Athletic Union is received. G Carruthers, secretary of the NW Amateur Athletic Association, notes an invitation was extended to Wilson, with Wooderson aiming to face American Mark Cunningham, holder of the world mile record, in Australia.
Sydney report on Friday shows Aubrey Bare aged 52 and three women sentenced by Judge Clanny at the Ques tor Bansiona to terms of hard labour and other penalties. Charlotta May Devorman aged 34, a nurse, received 18 months. Gladys Burnn, 35, a domestic, and Femera Meaning, 32, were put on mercy terms or bond awaiting further action. The judge ordered late July or early August grounding, reflecting serious charges tied to local operations.
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