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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 29, 1940
Page
3
A legislative session debates a measure on commodity regulation and fair pricing. Officials in Haputes propose standards while Paria authorities weigh enforcement and public impact amid interest from local groups.
AIF sapper divers were rescued after being caught in a strong undertow at Maroubra Beach. Birrell of Newport Surf Club saved McMahon after a 15 minute struggle. Wilson Bond and Taddle aided others while Riddle suffered cramps and collapsed ashore. Birrell later performed artificial respiration and helped two more victims ashore.
Sir Samuel Hordern, president of the Royal Easter Show, hinted at the possibility of a Royal Show next year. Speaking at the Royal Agricultural Society annual dinner in Sydney he said the issue would be discussed and a statement hoped for later.
The piece discusses German bombing raids on Ireland, the neutrality stance of Eire, and Britain's inability to provide direct aid. It notes Irish defenses under the 1938 agreement, tightened IRA controls, and speculation that raids aim to probe the island’s defenses for a possible larger attack or invasion.
State Cabinet approved legislation on a variety of subjects to be tabled in Parliament when the session opens on September 24. The premier said urgent measures concerning defence force members will be passed and many other bills addressed before Christmas as the Budget is introduced.
A dense, fragmented listing of radio programs across stations 2FC, SAR, 2BL and more. Includes news, music, talks, religious services, sightings of orchestras, and various entertainment segments with multiple times and host names.
Sir Miles Lampson reports Britain's firm resolve to support Egypt against aggression. Egypt could become a major war theatre with Libya as a potential land attack route. Premier Haasan Sabry Pashad backs Britain, while French Equatorial Africa’s governor rebuffs capitulation, signaling possible wider shifts in Africa.
Ian G Fitchett reports heavy air mail charges for ALF soldiers in Palestine. Weekly air letters average 1 000 with postage of £1 200, and overweight letters incur double rates. Incoming mail from Australia reaches 15 000 items weekly, costing £1 400. Authorities seek a 50 percent cut, Adelaide notes Postmaster General Thorby pressing Britain for relief.
Premier Mair outlined NSW contributions to the Commonwealth war effort at Croydon by election opening. He said £1,441,860 had been spent on defence works up to August 14, and over £6,000,000 would be spent in the next 12 months. He reviewed government actions aiding all sections since taking office and cited figures on the state’s position.
Chief Field Officer H G C Stenning warns only two weeks of rain could yield 30 million bushels in the state’s wheat crop, far below last year’s 76 million. Condoblin’s J M Cooney says no crop will emerge in that district regardless of rain. Brisbane reports only three inches of rain in five months, the third lowest on record.
Court of Inquiry in Canberra resumes into the Lockheed Hudson bomber crash on August 13 at Canberra Aerodrome. Corporal Fwing of the RAAF testifies the plane rolled over then spun before disappearing behind a hill. Tomorrow the court will hear technical evidence on flap hydraulic linkage failure.
Acting Squadron Leader M. N. Crossley is named Companion of the Distinguished Service Order. Flight-Lieut. P. W. Lynchblosse and Pilot-Officer J. A. A. Gihaon receive Distinguished Flying Crosses for combat actions over Dover and German targets. Crossley has 14 confirmed kills and extensive wartime service over Holland Belgium France Dunkirk and St Valery. Lynchblosse scored multiple attacks on enemy factories and aircraft, including a bombing run on the Bernberg factory. Gihaon credited with eight enemy planes destroyed and notable handling after being shot down.
Prime Minister Menzies said air raid precautions are essential in the Commonwealth though Australia faces low risk. Drafted at Canberra last March, plans are in operation across states with equipment distributed to protect civilians. Training begins with handling unexploded bombs and trench shelter construction as regulations adapt to overseas developments.
The Commonwealth Government considers legislation to exempt all Australians on military duties from jury service. It notes the current act already grants exemption to permanent naval and military forces but not to volunteers or those in munition work or other war effort roles.
The Minister for Air Mr. Faddens announced plans to allow young men who halted studies at qualifying standards to join reserve training. They would be accepted provisionally and must achieve satisfactory marks in mathematics physics and science before further training. Age limits: pilots 18 to 22 observers and gunners 18 to 32.
The Minister for the Army Mr. McBride warned evacuees arriving in Australia against sharing information about the defence of their home countries. He cited evidence of people in the Commonwealth seeking to obtain details for the enemy.
The Lord Mayor of London received £500 for the Red Cross fund from a sergeant in an anti aircraft battery stationed in Kent. The fund rose to £2,677,000 with £9,000 added that day. Australian Red Cross contributed £1,945, now over £42,000 total.
The article discusses common off days and minor ailments like billows attack sluggish liver sick headache indigestion constipation and rheumatism. It promotes keeping Dr Murad Indian Root Pills at home to take a dose or course to feel brighter and prevent serious trouble.
The Prime Minister announced there is no justification for a broad debt moratorium. Regulations to aid financially distressed individuals would be issued this week. Tribunals would hear cases with applicants bearing the burden to prove relief is equitable, varying from deferment to reopening transactions.
London reports the national salvage campaign had a strong start with July value over £300000 and about 60 local authorities still to report. JuneReturned £200000. Average per thousand population was about £7 in July versus £4 in June.
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