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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 01, 1938
Page
2
A dense listing outlines an extensive broadcast schedule featuring music, weather, news, education, and cultural programs across multiple time blocks. It notes performances by orchestras, soloists, and ensembles, with talks, lectures, and public service sessions interspersed throughout the day.
At 2 p.m. yesterday the two Vickers Wellesley bombers left Canberra aerodrome for Melbourne with a small crowd present. Wing-Commander Gayford and the crews were farewelled by Lord and Lady Gowrie, the Defence Minister Mr Street and Mrs Street, and Mr C B Daley and Mrs Daley. The planes taxied to the southern end, then rose into a strong gale and disappeared from view over the city.
A large crowd welcomed two Vickers Wellesley bombers as they landed at Essendon Melbourne at 4 32 p m from Canberra. They were escorted by nine Hawker Demons and six Avro Anson aircraft. Wing Commander Gayford said heavy rain on the route could ease drought. The planes will stay in Melbourne for six days. A Canberra radio message thanked the Prime Minister for hospitality.
In Sydney the Justice Minister announced in the Legislative Assembly that an inquiry will be held into the tenancy law. He rejected McCool Labour's amendment to extend the act's section from one year to three. The amendment failed 36 to 27 with J C Ross siding with the opposition as the bill passed its third reading.
The new broadcasting station 2CY will formally open on December 21 as technicians complete installation and run tests. On Friday evening the safety lights on the 630 ft mast were switched on and more lights will be added to the mast stays soon.
A garbled listing of radio programs and times includes music talks dramas and miscellany across a day. Entries mention Cricket Talk Open Air Concert Braiiwood Session and other varied segments. The fragmentary schedule references Canberra Narooma and Los Angeles with scattered times and show titles.
In a Canberra Times Readers View, C. S. Robertson condemns the reception for RAF bombers, noting about 600 gathered but 580 could not hear as they stood beyond a fence. He cites miscoordination with officials, the Governor-General staff, and 2CA personnel, calling it Canberra’s eccentric handling.
Sir Senator Foll urges immediate formation of a national council for physical fitness with equal gender representation. He cites Berlin training, WC A classes, and the need for women’s fitness to match men and sustain a healthy nation, warning against German-style dictatorship.
In Canberra Senator Collings urges Parliament to review broadcasting and give the Government power over the Australian Broadcasting Commission. He criticizes commercial stations for excess advertising and claims the commission serves a social elite. He questions board reconstitution and the qualifications of Messrs Moses and Cleary.
Senator Fall told the Senate there is no delay in Bren machine gun production. Orders for equipment are placed with English authorities and technical officers study English manufacture. Returning officers will use gained experience to start Australian Bren gun production sooner, potentially saving three to four years.
The Minister for the Interior Mr McEwen announced in the House that the ordinance for appointing the Canberra Plan Advisory Committee will be promulgated within days. The five member committee, appointed in June to advise on beautification and town planning to align with the Canberra Plan, is expected to hold its first meeting soon. The Minister for Works Mr Thorby said he would complete his survey of Canberra building requirements before Parliament’s recess.
The Australian Life Assurance Co. Ltd and Insurance Offer of Australia Ltd report cash subscriptions to a new loan with conversions. North British and Mercantile Insurance Co. Ltd contributes £10,000 cash. The treasurer notes expected growth in cash subscriptions after month end as deposits shift to investments. Interest on cash subscriptions is 13 17 80 percent from lodgment date.
The selectors announced the Queensland squad for the southern tour will mirror the side that defeated New South Wales. The twelfth man remains to be chosen. A Royal Australian Air Force three bomber flight completed a 6457 mile journey landing at Point Cook.
R Anita Mackay from Canberra argues against medical men dominating a national physical fitness council for women. She notes lack of medical professional interest in her work and urges adequate female representation to ensure women benefit from fitness initiatives and legislative input.
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