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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 27, 1939

Page

5

British Budget Presented Amid Defence Spending Push

London reports on the budget presented by the Chancellor amid a vast defence programme. Defence expenditure is set to reach at least £630,000,000 with overall spending notes and tax measures including tobacco and sugar duties, reduced tea theater tax, and no income tax increase. The debate highlights calls for economic concessions and concerns over armament production and industry impact.

London Biavery Tate Gladstone John Wilure John Simon Donial Agure Urs Amuming Savean John Simon Weld Counry Alttes Asaner Inter Bers Bir Archiata Bindlair R.j.boothby A. P. Herbert Ind Australia Loftus Roomvekin Davervad Thas Pacific Bruyning Stamp Lord Avalin

Obituary of Charlo Edward Hatington Rivowh Grazier

Charlo Edward Hatington Rivowh, aged 60, a notable grazier and sportman, died recently in Sydney after a long illness. He was prominent in racing and breeding, with a successful string of thoroughbreds directed across district stations. The funeral will be held Friday at a private hospital in Sydney.

Aydney Charlo Edward Hatington Biredet Thoroughbredx Diretrict Ellington Sydney Briday

Canberra Defeated In Close Rugby League Match

Canberra fell to a one point defeat as Malvern Cup holders edged them in a tense Tuesday clash. Manion and the halves failed to spark the backline while Dewalt kept Young in the game with a late penalty. Gunning and Grafton drew at home, and Canberra eyes matches with Bowral and Captain’s Plate later in the week, as prices on fresh meat rose a penny per dozen.

Caner Young Manion Canberra Young Ming Wes Fm A. Modges Wile Dewalt

Naval exercises halt alleged air attack at sea

Royal Australian Air Force bombers were repelled during naval manoeuvres today as heavy anti aircraft and marching guns engaged high flying and low diving bombers. warships registered hits and officials said bombers could not drop bombs on moving warships.

Jervie Weidneming Ami Plana

Lead Concentrates Shipment to Japan Panic

Fragmented OCR notes report a shipment of lead concentrates to Japan via Mulnourne Weinouthy and Anmtratiin Coudell. Protests cited by Mr Croft discuss west side workers at Townsville, with export for Japan mentioned for the first time in history. London reports the British Government unready to press Dominions on related issues as Mr Dalton voices concern.

Mulnourne London Metula Dominions Kip Datton Lab

Earle Page Briefly Served as Prime Minister in 19 Days

Bir Earle Page led Australia as Prime Minister for about 19 days before relinquishing the post. The Leader of the Country Party and former Minister for Commerce traveled to Sydney to attend a party event and to explain his opposition to Mr. Menzies in the House of Representatives.

Sydney Country Party Commitrce Bir Marie Page Australia Fir Warle Queensland Istry Party Mensies House of Representatives

Senate ministers eye fill of gaps in ministry

Prime Minister Mensies plans to fill gaps in his ministry within days. Two assistant ministers are expected to be appointed, likely Per klum and Senator Collett, to Commonwealth Territories and War Service Homes respectively. Several house ministers will receive monitoring duties for senate oversight. The Commerce minister McLeay and assistant are in the Upper House while Migration and Works is Senator Poll. representatives in the House must be appointed.

Mensies Per~klum Collett House of Representatives Senate Commerce Senator McLeay Poll

Aerial Services Minister Plans Flying Tour of Australia

Aerial Services Minister Mr Fairbairn will inspect air facilities and conditions across Australia. An amateur aviator, he will travel to key ports, aiming to bring each into line with modern standards and assess needs for new facilities.

Ny So Australis Mr. Fairbairn Ia Australia England Mies Canberra Melbourne Fairbairn

Lyons Paid Members In Parliament Marching After Session

State Parliament at Sydney reported a payment to Legislative Assembly members today. In a ceremonial gesture, the Assembly adjourned until tomorrow. Mr. J A Lyons led the proceedings while Mr. C Martin was sworn in as member for Waverley.

Sydney J. A. Lyons Legislative Assembly C. Martin Nemabov Waveriey

Swastika Flag Demonstration Outside Sydney Consulate

Acting German Consul General Dr Berger described yesterday’s crowd outside the German Consulate as demanding the removal of a Swastika flag. He said the flag was not raised to full mast until he and other officials in the line of duty confronted the situation. He expressed confusion at how such a display could occur in Sydney.

Sydney Germany Dr. Berger Uta

CREDIT BOARD Warning Of Idle Money Risks And Bank Credit

The United States Mayoral Reserve Board warned Congress of dangers from large idle funds and urged careful study of credit control. It noted about 700 million idle dollars could grow and potentially expand bank credit many times over, urging moderation and potential policy actions without rapid expansion.

United States Saundale Peeriyrest Bydnisy Sra Congress Bedep Jon Sid Mande

Petroleum Activity and Market Contraction Highlight Imports

The piece notes rapid Hench industry growth then a steady contraction in imported petroleum products. It discusses acetyl derivatives and lubricants, with certain ether and oil products entering under license rules, signaling tighter controls on imports as the domestic industry shifts.

Indus Tale

Tasman Air Flight Tests Sydney Crossing Plans

Tasman air flight tests near Sydney with Weillcaday Tiwan expected to join future services on the Tasman crossing, according to Imperial Airways representative Avatyalien. The report notes juvenile crime survival odds and a parliamentary tabling, while Japan inks neutral US stance as warships reportedly sink the Norwegian steamer Prow talea near Woorung Bouchow.

Sydney Weillcaday Tiwan Smning Avatyalien Imperial Airways Japan Usamer Hongkong Wed Tepete Prowtalea Woorung Bouchow

Missing gems chain sparks burglary charges at Roberts and Sons

A faulty OCR recounts a theft involving diamond rings valued at 41 6800 won. The event centers on a front window break in at Roberts and Sons, jewelers on Queen Street, with charges against Premel. The note mentions withdrawal and a line of legal action pending.

Camr Premel Watenmam Bes Bane Roberts and Sons Jewstlers Queen Street

Overtime Claim Awarded In Industrial Court

In a fraua trial at the Court today the Chief Industrial Magistrate awarded the full overtime amount to Sydney Wemenday from Frank Mecarrone. Mecarrone’s lawyer argued the client had no money to pay, but the court ruled Mecarrone must cover the claimed hours and related costs.

Sydney Wemenday Salvatore Mont Fraua Frank Mecarrone Mecarrone Cavnan Bald Meccarone

German Silence in Nazi Era Sees Major Figure Near Trial

Fragmentary report notes a prominent German actor or leader previously jailed or isolated. It mentions a Swuacenlt yod onday that may refer to a public event, with references to Bir Nevitte and Manersan, and Captain von fitiantrop RE Snyapestal in an unclear context.

Manersan Sean Cairiaey Barly Meeille Mrview Wien von Fitiantrop Snyapestal Ume

Italy Has No Designs On Egypt Says Aoaicing

A government or official source states that Italy has no plans or ambitions regarding Egypt, clarifying foreign policy intentions amid regional speculation and asserting a peaceful stance. The statement counters rumors of intervention or territorial aims.

Italy Egypt

Young Indy Award Echoes in Canberra Care Fray

A fragment notes a young personalities issue with 16 to 30 year olds, an award system, ego conditions, and Canberra care. It mentions Kini and Utun in a terse, uncertain context with limited readable facts.

Young Indy Canberra Kini Utun

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