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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 24, 1939

Page

4

Advertising Conditions for The Canberra Times

The notice outlines advertising rules for The Canberra Times including responsibility for content, acceptance of objections, and deadlines for submissions. It specifies that advertisers must send copy by 3 pm the day before publication and that ads should be in proper names with accurate responsible parties identified. It notes that certain ads may be refused or adjusted if objectionable and emphasizes compliance with the Probal Capital Prem of Australia Ltd. Canberra.

Parsons Siriotly Prem OF Australia Ltd

Fragmented Weather Bulletin From 19th Century Ledger

An OCR read yields a garbled weather note mentioning temperatures around 393 degrees and 28 degrees with references to day parts such as am and pm. The readable bits indicate a weather record or forecast header, lacking coherent data or location.

Brisbane Raid Sparks Police Court Beat on Hockey Violence

A Brisbane report details a police court hearing after a raid linked to hockey players. Detective Walden testified about taking statements from five men found together, amid a tense scene of alleged unlawful anger and violence near a railway area.

Brisbane Par Hines Ron Cary Walden Palane

Fragmentary World War II Era News Lead

A damaged clipping mentions Berlin and civil servants with references to Hitler and a planned action. The legible portion is unclear but hints at wartime governance and potential measures linked to camps and detention. Strong entities appear as Berlin and Hitler. dates are obscured.

Horse for Duke London Regress Pledges to Australia

Horse named Duke London rears at a Wednesday event. Four year old gelding Green McLagie was loaned immediately to Australia after the incident.

London Wedneway Duke of Kent Gree" McLagie Australie

Berlin crisis memo on Poland and Bohemia Moravia reach

Berlin reports in German papers outline Hitler’s demand and mapping of a settlement with Poland. Memoran dums indicate Germany would accept Bohemia Moravia under protection while Poland loses eastern claims. The tone stresses hard lines and excludes Britain and France from decisive influence. A second note suggests Moscow and Berlin fed private hints of the plan.

Lombon Berlin Brean Creat Firitntn Alatad Chamberlain Geremany Poland Chambariain Aewepaparn Herr Hitter Monn Parti Tink Perro Germany Bohemia and Moravia Annely Ausianormy Pratention Hitler Briain France Poland, ‘Pho Adsueisted Pyeey Huviurt Va Prhae Sian Onjavinie Aighest Pircien Ainendg Lie Inter Editions Timex Cormin-Tuaman Mega Matione Goyer Moscow

Shock Troops for Australia Intense Militia Training Plan

The Prime Minister announced a plan to intensify militia training replacing a standing army. A 14,000 strong special force would be mobilized for emergency service with extended camp and home training for officers and other ranks, plus higher training standards and costs estimated at £200,000 for the initiative.

Commonwealth Minaica Wénesal Alt Rma Meneles Chile Biensia Geneva Tor Menichey Wna Measles Almister Australia Mr. Menges Timan Fife Ramus Nic Mr. Street

Preadapted Pact Talks Reported Between Germany and Allies

The paper cites a Berchtesgaden briefing indicating Mer Sider and Count Clano agreed on broad changes in relations with fenamix. Captain von apen deny involvement with the Hayes agency while Berlin relays a British ambassador statement. A German spokesman notes the cabinet’s forthright stance and hints Germany sought prior signatory conditions before acting.

GIANG Dachtauagabe Berchtesgaden Mer Sider Clano Finaily Fenamix von Apen Hayes Agency Berlin Ambaxeado Sir Nevile Henderson Wil Ace Hiller Germany Stelement Nevertheleas

Australian Attitude Toward Pact and War Readiness

The report outlines Britain France and Russia pact implications and the Dominion stance. It notes Prime Minister statements on international matters, Commonwealth Parliament schedules, and preparations for home militia training, with references to American and European diplomatic dynamics.

Parliament to be summoned for emergency measures

In uncertain times the UK government recalls Parliament to decide on emergency legislation for Britain, arguing Australia should follow suit. It warns that swift parliamentary approval is essential to authorize any rapid actions and prevent unchecked executive power in a potential crisis.

United Kingdom Britain Australia Germany Jaly Allen

Floods in China Devastate Tianjin Concessions Area

Widespread flooding in the Tianjin Concessions threatens millions with displacement. Reports describe thousands killed or missing, vast areas darkened, and epidemics feared as British and French authorities organize evacuations and relief efforts. British troops assist in camp clearance and child evacuations amid deteriorating conditions.

London Tianisin Thien

TASMAN AIR MAIL Negotiations at Final Stage

Negotiations near completion involve a joint Australia Britain New Zealand company to control Tasman Air Mail service. Cabinet pressures and early draft proposals indicate a formal agreement may be presented to allied governments for approval and parliamentary consideration.

Otter

Britain and Australia vow unity amid rising war tensions

Prime Minister Mr. Menzies pledges Australia stands with Britain as it upholds peaceful negotiation amid global strain. He asserts Commonwealth unity, warns against acting alone, and endorses Britain's role in preventing war while preserving independence within the empire.

Australia Monsian Maent Munde

Fragmentary agency report on Chinese refugees and a barrier

An incomplete dispatch describes people in danger of drowning at a ridge barrier delaying foreigners and preventing retracing patrols to Peking. It mentions a 100 Chinese taking refuge in a cave, a Hong Kong message about General Wang Ching and a deposed premier, with uncertain details.

Mumy Peking Hong Kong Ceneral Wang Ching Wo Pyle Own Synatel

Unclear Disturbances Amid Bratislava Demonstration

Fragmentary report notes a Bratislava protest with hundreds involved and a tense police presence. Eyewitness accounts describe a grave atmosphere and rising panic among locals, while border incidents are briefly mentioned with limited details.

Reputalion Reruyenn

Record radio licences reach peak in Melbourne report

A record 181,882 radio licences were issued according to the Director-General of Route and Telegraph. The figures, announced in Melbourne, reflect a nationwide surge in licences up to July.

Melbourne Wedneming Lsterers Ogures Rn Imaaedt Route Yelegrane Ahr Merry Row

Labour Unity Agreement Prospects Not Bright

Fragmented text outlines tensions among Labour groups and a Credential Committee. Mentions UM Inity conference, industrial ADAP, and Lang with executives in a stalled negotiation. The fragment suggests strained unity among allied unions and uncertainty over funding and strategy.

Bydney Wesnssiey UM Inity TB Martin BGC Lang Hottron Mr. Lang

Stock Markets React Favorably Amid Mixed Early Trade

New York markets edged higher as investors reacted to a mix of data and corporate news. Drivers included gains in energy and financial shares while utilities and technology lagged, prompting cautious optimism about earnings prospects and inflation trends.

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