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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Apr 23, 1941
Page
3
The Australian Red Cross Society reports totals up to March 31 with £4535 spent by Red Headquarters and £105 in divisional expenditure over two years. Canberra contributions total £452 with £1150 used for materials and a new item funded by Territory people, detailing relief to overseas forces and allied services.
Passengers aboard the American steamer Siboney recount an incident on April 12 when two British warships fired near the ship in hazy weather about 320 miles from Lie Ben. The Siboney, with 350 aboard including 77 Americans, caused panic as some believed enemy raiders approached. The captain protested from Bermuda, calling the event inexusable after a position report and the ship’s American flag were displayed.
Canberra workers formed hundreds of volunteers who produced thousands of items for sick and wounded. The Red Cross Division supplied comforts for airmen and soldiers in local hospitals, costing £45 so far with more demand expected. Administrative costs run under two percent of receipts over two years.
A historical overview outlines Free French colonies spanning Africa and the Pacific, detailing territories rallying to General de Gaulle, key ports, rail and air links, and economic ties with Britain. It notes the Council of Defence of the Free French Empire formed at Brazzaville in 1940 and British recognition in January 1941.
Miss Peggy Gibbs died in Queanbeyan Hospital from injuries after her horse stumbled during a pony race at Tugginong sports on Easter Monday. She suffered concussion and multiple bone fractures and did not regain consciousness. Funeral plans leave Christ Church Queanbeyan for interment in the Church of England cemetery.
Sydney Tuesday. Retailers of petrol across Australia will be required to pay cash on delivery for all supplies under new trading terms announced by the Service Station Association secretary Mr Gregory. The move aims to curb extended credit amid rationing pressures and weak meat trade, though rural retailers face credit demands.
YMCA notes invite boys under 14 and older youths to attend Monday meetings at the Causeway. Group discussions start May 6 at the YMCA secretary’s Girawheen residence. topic Human Problems in a Changing Society. Additional hikes, sports, and Thursday sessions at the YWCA are announced for youth engagement.
Indochina and France exhaust stocks causing Caledonia tobacco shortage. Caledonians smoke American and Australian brands as government weighs legal production options to curb illicit low-grade tobacco. Increased output may be allowed on plantations meeting Chamber of Agriculture inspection conditions. applications required by May 1.
Prime Minister Mackenzie King told a press conference that President Roosevelt may visit Ottawa between May 10 and May 16. The briefing noted the possible trip would be an unofficial visit during Roosevelt's term.
The YWCA announces open hours for forces members next Sunday from 3 to 10 pm and details upcoming hockey and women’s games. Leila Chaffe elected club chairman. new secretary is Mrs. No Hewarl. Members will form two hockey teams for the season. various social and sporting events are planned including a jumble sale and bridge club activities.
In Toronto on Monday, all Danish prisoners who escaped Port Lairet Avenue via a mine were captured. Two were killed and three were seriously wounded.
A dense listing of radio programs and broadcasts across stations 2FC and SAR. The schedule covers news, music, talks, and special features from early morning to late night, naming shows such as Essential Services, Daily Dozen, Luncheon Music, BBC News, and Songs of Shakespeare, with numerous time slots and program titles.
A notice records the relief fund acknowledging a sum of £1602 1 11 toward Britain’s bombing relief effort. The entry lists recipient Victoria Lengoue Younger Centingrnt and names the contributing total with details that appear as a monetary acknowledgment or donation record.
Sir Geoffrey Whinkerd, recently finishing as High Commissioner in Australia, has been appointed Permanent Secretary of the Ministry for Works and Building. The move signals a return to central administration for the veteran civil servant.
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