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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 17, 1939
Page
2
Mrs Georns Maunder thanks all who visited during her 14 weeks in Canberra Hospital. She expresses gratitude to Dr Ly Nott the superintendent Matron History Nutts and Hospital Staff for their kindness and support during her stay.
In Sydney on a Sunday due to a collapse during the Parramatta Ryde golf three day event Father William Joseph O Leary, noted actamologist of the Riverview Observatory, died on the tenth fairway while playing with members of Riverview College.
Last week a Discussion Group Meheme was launched in Canberra creating two groups from the High School staff and Patents officials. They offer a three course program on international affairs covering Germany Italy France Spain Russia Great Britain America and China with focus on Australia’s role. Courses include lectures for private study and group discussion with up to 20 lectures, study rooms prepared for winter, and tutors from Byud University planned for later visits.
A German passenger plane bound for the China Germany line near Lanka was shot down by Japanese forces. The German pilot was wounded. all passengers reportedly unharmed.
Reports say a telephone kiosk in Liverpool and a location in London were attacked with bombs. The Provisional IRA claimed responsibility through an unnamed group. A woman nearby was injured and treated in hospital after a chair was toppled. Unexploded bombs were found in Crickwood and nearby sites.
Hong Kong Sunday notice describes volunteer naval forces in a 10 var tool imerzenry regulation framework, detailing changes affecting aliens and service terms amid regulatory shifts.
Weather report for Canberra with barometer readings and temperatures. Includes daily high and low, humidity, wind direction, and atmospheric pressure measurements across two days.
The article argues for choosing a Prime Minister who commands broad trust beyond party lines. It weighs three candidates, W M Hughes, R G Menzies, and R G Casey, urging Hughes as best fit to unite Australia amid wartime strain while cautioning Menzies and Casey to defer. It dismisses Bruce and Stevens as non-viable.
Tentative plans for Cane football include a match between a Canberra team and New South Wales at Manuka Oval during the Kings Birthday Weekend on June 4. Canberra second-stringers likely to play later in the season, with exhibitions by Melbourne footballers and talks of visits. Canberra, Victoria, South Australia and Western Australia agree on a new national code and laws for the season. Umpire appointments for the season to be announced at Manuka. Amateurs Lachlan and a former Xavierian join Canberra League training. Junior League coaches report success with Saturday morning classes at Kingston and Northbourne, with increased senior involvement and honorary umpires added.
Canberra forecast shows patches of morning mist and scattered showers with mainly fine, cloudy skies and moderate to warm temperatures. The report lists Saturday results from a local league round including Williamstown 12-25 1188 defeating Yneaville 72-? and Camberwell 18-18 128 defeating Oakleigh 12-44, with other scores noted for Port Melbourne and Prahran.
A historical broadcast timetable lists programs across music news weather markets and education. Entries include Melbourne and Sydney listings with sessions from 6:40 market reports to 7:20 News and 10:00 Daily Service.
King Carol of Rumania and Prince Paul of Yugoslavia will meet in Bucharest tomorrow to discuss the Balkans situation. The meeting is expected to be held aboard a ship on the Danube.
A Paris report outlines Franco's Spain policy with Britain, Italy, and Germany, noting withdrawal of foreign troops and nonrecognition of Spain's status. Officials debate the timing of any recognition as Franco’s victory parade is postponed indefinitely.
Wartime conditions in Paris see continued trade activity and a canceled soccer match between French and German teams. The report notes attempts to avoid incidents while managing disruptions to schedules and international sports.
A requiem mass was held in Sydney at L Christophare for the late Mr Lyons. Bishop McGuire praised his religious devotion, family life, and public service as Prime Minister, noting his moral duties and enduring legacy in Australian society. Absence of Dean Haydon delayed the Canberra arrivals. Governor-General Gowrie’s delegation attended via Capt Braccatr die and Sir Murphy. other officials and community leaders participated.
London Sunday Financial Times reports prices drifting lower as restraint grows and a potential threat of market shock arises. German access to raw materials like nickel appears substantial while other securities hover above prior lows.
A court of Inquiry investigated March 25 air losses near Hangar Yard HAL Arkroyal. The vessel returning to Portsmouth from Gibraltar after spring manoeuvres, details remain partly undisclosed.
The Soviet army plans a large scale manoeuvre on the Une Kathanian frontier. A vast trench network is being prepared as part of the strategic build up along the border.
A chaotic report on tomorrow's United Australia Party leadership meeting outlines five candidates Hughes Casey Mengies Bruce and Menzies. Bruce favored to bridge factions while Hughes is seen as too old Casey may emerge top via cross support. party faces internal resistance and uncertain intentions remain on eve of the gathering.
Greece mobilises reserves after Italian aggression near the Dedycanses Inlanda. Troops and materials are moved to Corfu with reinforcing units from Athens. Royal decree orders 12 classes of reservials to mobilise as ships and boats are prepared for Crate action.
Sunday reports from Bucharest indicate Carol of Romania and Hrinte Paul of Jugetingia face possible execution as Balkans tensions surge. Authorities warn action may occur Monday amid ongoing standoff and regional uncertainty.
Budapest reports Hungarian Foreign Minister Dagby telling the Foreign Affairs Committee that Hungary will defend its frontiers and protect Hungarian minorities. He warned Romania against any forced changes and said the world should see Hungary’s resolve, while Bucharest notes Romania’s reply and contacts continue.
Cyril Memon, a railway guard from Hornsby, died after a train mishap and was treated at a hospital today. The accident occurred on the Noh Mtrethfed line as railway workers reported the incident.
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