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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 02, 1939
Page
4
Fragmented OCR text describes federal concerns about water use in Canada and Canada’s capital region. It mentions the Department of the Interior, aims to meet ordinary needs of city residents, feared shortages, and possible temporary limits on housing, gardens, and waste avoidance.
A pupil from VT, chosen among candidates, will lead the Nativity Play titled Angles Mavemeal in the Sapo creme. The event, scheduled for the night, invites parents and friends to attend. A donation plate will be placed at the entrance. Proceedings begin at 10. Burs Children’s Home supports the event.
Yesterday evening at the Tes Grose rally in Alber Fiat Canberra Lady Gowrie attended with guests including Lady Gour hiding ate coveting of the Bouse af ime Rad Crome Racers Chien. In Oovarooten Hove Gaberra a race event occurred with notable attendees such as Muriel Merclay-tarve and Lady Dis aunt. Senator Foll’s entourage left Sydney for Melbourne while he attends events, and University Graduates Association activities in Canberra were noted.
The widow of the late Premier of Australia was officially barred by the Attorney General in Canberra. The action, announced by the Attorney General, was greeted with a congratulatory note on her placement with the Commission of Ane Peace and a gesture of welcome to the widow as a notable Australian figure.
In a Parliament debate on sending expeditionary forces, Senator Collings attacked Prime Minister Chamberlain and Winston Churchill while Labours backed him. Ronald Brand urged accepting Britain’s assurances and avoiding war risks as measures to keep Australia ready for possible Allied shifts. Army officials discussed age limits and exemptions, with statements on conscription and manpower for national defence.
The House of Representatives debated military pay after Uhl’s overnight ultimatum and Forde’s motion to raise pay faced government opposition. Prime Minister Manomen and ministers faced careful questions on budget choices and party support as the Country Party and others weigh backing, amid concern over governance and potential price controls.
The House debated sending an Expeditionary Forces unit and reviewed aviation plans amid opposition. Key figures discussed Australia, imperial defense, fuel, and wartime subsidies while Labour and Conservative leaders sparred over strategy and responsibilities. The debate covered international accords, manpower, and potential Allied commitments.
The government discusses coal to oil methods with focus on air extraction, supply limits, and reliance on public sources. Officials critique processes yielding semicoke and petrol, weighing costs, energy security, and market viability for smokeless fuel amid potential national need.
A long critique argues that ordinance powers were misused in the Territory to influence legal disputes, with warnings that industrial inspectors and the Advisory Council lack impartial oversight. It condemns the Attorney General's department for expanding law making into disputes between unions and industrial bodies, urging restraint and safeguarding of rights.
Clifford Huntsman, celebrated Engle prania, will appear at the Alber Hall in Canberra. He is joined by L Hugh Hobson of Sydney. The program features older masters and romantic works, with English tunes and French songs. The concert starts at 8 1 pm and is supported by Governor-General and Lady Gow, with visits from the state capital.
The article reports on new import controls affecting France and other nations, outlining government warnings of strong measures to prevent stockpiling and enforce customs rules. It notes potential shortages and the impact on Australian and Canadian trade, with officials cautioning about the broader economic effects.
The Commonwealth Literary Fund awarded four fellowships totaling £900 each for Australian authors. Recipients include Frank Dalby Davison of Bennington and Xavier Worbere of Narrabeen for novels and biographies. The prize committee met to discuss annual university involvement in Australian literature.
A Commonwealth and State government youth welfare conference will convene Monday and Tuesday to discuss employment research, exchange programs, and policy development. Principal aims include sharing findings, reviewing past research, and considering actions by ministers.
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