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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 17, 1939
Page
4
The Canberra Times outlines advertising rules, deadlines, and style requirements. It states that adverts must be paid for and received by the newsroom for publication and will appear under standard headings unless special handling is requested. Copy must be legible and adhere to proper names and figures.
Wellington reports honor to Teamania born leader D. Fagan rising as Speaker of the Legislative Council after a long career in mining and politics. Fagan, previously leader of the council, has served since 1900 and played a key role in improving working conditions across Australia and New Zealand.
A forecast notes a tendency toward a shower or two with thunder though conditions may become fine. The night should stay cold with some fog and winds from the west to south-west at a fresh to moderate pace.
The United Kingdom's exports valued at £40,365,085 for the period, up from June and July figures, while imports stood at £78,270,073. For the first seven months, exports reached £276,418,612, with notable gains in manufactured goods but declines in meat, dairy, and fruit imports. Major increases occurred in machinery and textiles, offset by reductions in raw wool and certain food products.
Reports state Conservative MP for Stretford Division Mr Crossley perished in a Beitung Airways flight that crashed near Reenland while en route to a fishing holiday destination. The pilot Captain A Melbourne survived, with several accompanying passengers listed though details remain uncertain due to early findings.
The Prime Minister and ministers are urged to provide regular public statements on external policy as Australia sits in recess. The piece laments prolonged idleness in Parliament and seeks clearer official commentary on Anglo British relations, Tokyo and China events, and Pacific naval defense. Strong entities include Menzies, United Kingdom Government, Anglo Soviet Pact, Tokyo, China, and Pacific defense.
The Minister for Supply and Development visited Sydney factories to assess munitions production. The Commonwealth Seal Co. Propr. Ltd. and the Electrical Matting Co. Ltd. reported successful trial orders for aircraft bombs and gun carriages. Contracts were being negotiated with path companies for aircraft bombs. The aim is to secure supply of items needed over the next decade on a cost-restricted profit basis.
A memorial to Dame Nellie Melba was proposed by Lord Lurgan during an Australian tour. He planned to donate all profits to erect a lasting tribute, envisaged as a memorial plaque in Byrtney Town, with no further details confirmed.
A garbled report notes civil aviation officials advising city authorities that the airstrip could face restrictions. The piece mentions a launch schedule or meeting, references to individuals J Turner and Maher, and notes weather conditions affecting fast airliners.
Silting of the Corey Dam at Cotter Valley reduces storage, alarming officials. The Department of the Interior and Advisory Council discuss testing, potential remedial options, and whether to build a new dam or dredge the existing weir. Hydraulics may be considered if dredging proves infeasible. Local authorities seek assurances on water security.
After the Anglo-French Defence Conference in Singapore, a defence review in Gimta examined India and Burma. Burma’s Governor and Army Commander led, with India’s Uprd. Gatland and Dr. Ba Maw as observers. The piece highlights co operation in munitions, air defence, and naval limits, noting Burma’s proximity to risk and India’s naval role.
The Colonial Empire Marketing Board established in 1957, led by Lore Harlech, aims to help colonies develop wealth and sell goods more effectively. The board began operations in 1998, with two main aims: to expand consumer interest and to improve pricing strategies for colonial products.
A returned Sydney businessman, on a trip abroad, says he interviewed many German migrants about frontier policy and found not all were approved. He cites the government stance and the need for careful selection of arrivals.
Ground crews at South-Amplin covered four hours to ready the Imperial Arawaya depot for the Mying-noat Aotasroa flight due to depart at dawn. Final trials reported all in order as Tasman Bes airmall service moves toward launch amid an orderly ceremony.
The Prime Minister and the Commonwealth general scheme for wheat growers could be effected under authority. A Victorian Assembly member noted that Mr Milgar KC expressed doubt whether the Commonwealth Government could pass legislation to aid the industry without affecting consolidation or authority.
The report notes Japan’s buying of wool has increased, with imports from January to May higher than the prior year. It cites Japan’s demand for larger supplies, potential gains for Yorkshire shipments, and a general uptick in wool and textile trade amid international tensions and shifting demand in France and Germany.
Parties including the Taberal erament Party and the Conservi opposition marshal forces ahead of an expected election in San Paiga. October is seen as the completion of the current administration’s four-year cycle. The Liberal Leader since 191v, Mr. King, heads the government in a cabinet that commands most of Parliament.
The Caylon Fuuestion launches a campaign for linguistic modernization aimed at standardizing Sinhalese. It catalogues a wide range of topics and authors, classifying terms and updating spellings to reflect contemporary usage. The project emphasizes clear, modern expressions for readers and scholars.
In a fragmentary report the Attorney General cites no branch of a German organization called The Link operating in Australia. The document notes concerns about nations conducting business with covert anti freedom policies and vague references to Mr Hughes.
Fragmented report on a naval collision involving merchant ships off a distant coast. The incident injures crewmen including Haymond James Fisker and Jack Crew wet, with warrants for escort vessels and anti aircraft crews noted as part of a broader wartime defense plan.
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