In Memoriam for Our Baby Dearly Loved
The parents and brothers insert a small token in memory of our dear baby who passed away in December. A loving family note expressing sorrow and remembrance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed Streatfield
Canberra Times in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
We have pages in Australian Capital Territory
View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.
Start Free Trial
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles
Articles on This Page
This newspaper page contains 17 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 02, 1940
Page
2
Government policies lower interest rates amid wartime borrowing
The text explains how Australian government actions and bank cooperation reduced average yields on government securities from peaks in September 1938 to around 3/13 percent by November 1939. It notes interventions by Commonwealth Bank, Treasury, trading banks, and stock-exchange committees, plus export controls and capital restraints that channel funds domestically.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Stock Exchange of Australia
Commonwealth
Commonwealth Bank
Treasury
Ina
Regulations for aliens appeals
Regulations under the National Security Act require an appellant to name societies and organisations connected with and explain their objects. They must provide details of subscriptions, business activities including banking and property, and leave Germany or occupied countries conditions. The tribunal will consider release from internment with counsel, proceedings in camera, and protections against contempt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Germany
Italy
Arunta Destroyer Launched as Dominion Naval Power Grows
Gov General Lord Gowrie officiated the launching of H.M.A.S. Arunta, the first Tribal class destroyer laid down in a British Dominion. The ceremony in Sydney noted Australia’s shipbuilding growth, employing 8,000 and supplying vessels for Australia the UK and India amid wartime needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hitler
Lord Gowrie
Australia
Tribal class destroyers raise power and speed in wartime build
The Tribal destroyers named Ashanti Bedouin Mashona Matabele Bakimo excel in fleet work and trade defense. They displace about 1870 tons reach 360 feet length with 36 knots speed and 190 crew. Armament includes eight 4.7 inch guns and four 21 inch torpedo tubes. Each unit costs over £1,000,000 and offers strong firepower and rapid firing for Australia’s wartime shipbuilding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hlm.las
Arunta
Australia
Oucont
Beasley Group Could Decide Fate of Government
In Canberra, Independent Country Party member Mr Wilson signals opposition to the Labour Budget amendment, shaping the Beasley group’s leverage after failed unity talks. Beasley aides hint at possible moves to alter votes on Curtin’s amendment and widen bargaining with Official Labour or the Government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Independent Country Party
Mr. Wilson
Wilson
Beasley
Labour
Menzies
Mr. Curtin
Sydney
Canberra
Labour Party
Mr. Beasey
Freedom Loan urged to back war effort and curb taxes
The Treasurer warned of possible more taxation if revenue falls short. A £26,000,000 Freedom Loan opens for subscription while War Savings Certificates must stay strong. Maintained groups are urged to broaden subscriber base to avoid future tax increases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
London Endures Heaviest Air Raid Of The War
The night raid struck London with bombs and firebombs as German planes attacked from multiple directions. Civilians faced widespread damage to homes while ARP workers battled blazes and emergency housing was set up for the homeless.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Ares
A.R.P
Air Ministry
Thames
Tone
Liverpool
Belgium
Holland
Thames Estuary
Berlin
Southampton
Ra.f
Ministry For Home Security
Ala
England
Merseyside
Birmingham
Plymouds
Ijewich
Labour Leader Sees Likely Victory in Federal Challenge
Official Labour Party Secretary Mr Dixon MLc stated the party expects to seize government through an early federal vote though state executives plan to push ahead. He predicted the government would be defeated, signaling a decisive political shift.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Labour Party
Lahowd
Official Labour Party
Dixon
M.lc
Non-Communist Labour Party to meet in Sydney
The Non-Communist Labour Party members will meet in Sydney tomorrow to decide their stance on the Budget and the Official ALP's rejection of unity proposals. Leader Mr Beasley said the unity rejection changes the parliamentary situation and requires careful review.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Labour Party
Sydney
Beasley
A.L.P
Coleagues
Weather Brief from Canberra and Canberra Summary
Barometer readings and temperatures show variable conditions in Canberra with highs near 70 degrees and lows around 53. Wind speeds noted, rainfall listed as 6 points. A second Canberra summary records 62 at 9 am and 54 at 3 pm with a 42.5 degree grass temperature and 53.6 degree screen reading.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
Summy
Governors and Lady Gowrie attend Sydney naval launch and events
Their Excellencies the Governor General and the Lady Gowrie visited Cockatoo Dockyard Sydney on Saturday morning where Her Excellency launched HMAS Arunta and His Excellency laid the keel of another Navy unit. The Lady Gowrie opened Windsor playing field and attended a Sydney concert for the Church of England National Emergency Fund. They then moved from Sydney to Canberra yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ivie Prices
Chapter House
Sydney
Church of England
Governor General
Lady Gowrie
Canberra
Compulsion in New Zealand War Loan Initiated
The New Zealand Government introduces compulsory war loan to raise about £8,000,000 for armed forces. It will repay at par on October 1 1953 with no interest until 1943, then 2 percent per annum. Conversion options exist for prior loans or gifts to reduce contributions. Banks may advance 2 percent for hardship with 12 month repayments. National savings schemes offer fixed deposits and National Savings Bonds with 3 percent interest, maturing in five years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Australia
Commonwealth
Dominion
New Zealand
Minister of Finance
National Savings Investment
Suvinza
National Savings
Inventoria
Italian Setbacks in Albania Raise Collapse Fears
War day by day reports describe a decisive Italian defeat in Albania with retreat along a Lake Ostro to sea line. Greek advances threaten a Valona Elbasan defense while Royal Navy strikes hit the Italian fleet, fueling talk of possible Italy collapse in America.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Italy
Albania
Greece
Albana
Royal Navy Hw
America
Tollan
Valona
Elbasan
Myshal Badoglio
Lake Olchrida
Valona-Elbasan
Vale
Tirana
Shumbl
Naval clash and air power shape Mediterranean struggle
The article analyzes naval and air campaigns in the Mediterranean as Italy and Britain contest supply routes to Libya. It notes Italian morale impact from air strikes and suggests a heavy reliance on aircraft and slower methods due to weak reinforcements and bombing limits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Libya
Sta
Mussolini
Durie
Tay
Britain
Fast
Albania
Italy
Italy’s Axis Collapse Seen as Major World Reckoning
A historical assessment argues Fascist Italy’s morale would crumble under renewed war strain. It warns of German involvement to quell unrest, the difficulty of policing Italy, and potential tremors in allied and regional power, including effects on Turkey and Austria.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pascem
Italy
Alf
France
Turkey
Vital four months ahead in munition production
The Minister for Munitions Senator McBride urges firms to tighten Christmas holidays to four days to boost war material output. He says the next four months are crucial to building reserves and meeting production targets, and notes compensation will be provided for factory workers affected. He expects voluntary curtailments as firms recognize the urgency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McBride
Also Mentioned on This Page
Venta
North & South
Farmers & Graziers
W. Mitchell
Nerstane
Wonlbrook
B. J. Merriman
Ravensworth
Yass
BE. J. Merriman
EE. J. Merriman
Great Country Organisation
THE
Farmers & Graziers' Co-Operative Grain, Insurance & Agency Company Limited
United Kingdom
India
Tribal
Beasley Group
Curtin
Beasley Grove
Is Precious Consult
R. E. Clark F.lo. Reg. Optometrist & Optivian
Thomson
Greig's
CIVIL
Bob Kingston
Hai
Canberra Times
AAF
Kent
Official
Non-Communist Party
N.Z
VITAL
Iron Guards
Ians
Anni Ot
Iron Guard
Search the Canberra Times Today with a Free Trial
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Canberra Times?
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
Browse Newspapers
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
By Location
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
By Date
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
By Publication
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.