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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 04, 1940
Page
4
The relatives and friends of the Integra Eleanor Oldfield nee Kerchner are invited to attend her funeral. It leaves St John’s Church Canberra at 11 am this day for interment in the Church of England portion of the Geneva Cemetery Canberra. M A OROURKE A.F.D.A.
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Ottawa reports Prime Minister Mackenzie King warned in the House of Commons that Germany with its forces and resources remains a dire threat to the world. He rejected a claim the situation was graver than before and stressed continuing Britain’s effort against renewed aggression.
The report notes a 4 a.m barometer at 20.46 inches and a 9 a.m temperature of 70 degrees rising to 3 p.m. with unclear degree reading. Maximum 24 hour temperature reached 81.9 degrees by 3 p.m. Minimum around 53.1 degrees. Wind peaked at 18 mph at Canberra airport. Precipitation and time measurements are incomplete.
The Right Reverend Bishop P. Strong greets officials as Misa Allgan arrives at Government House Canberra for an official reception.
The Minister for the Army Mr Aponter works on a plan to eliminate anomalies in travelling allowances for service members on leave. The cooperation of the states was involved.
Patchy rain and scattered showers described with unsettled conditions and a morning east wind. The report notes mild activity and lingering moisture as the system moves through the area.
Opinion argues the Advisory War Council is not informing or influencing Budget policy, questioning its usefulness while Australia nears Parliament decision. It warns about potential government defeat and debates possible dissolution or a National Government, urging clear guidance from the council on a national policy.
A wall of water from a hill cloud burst trapped four Lismore residents, including A. W. Harris and C. M. N. Robertson, as their car swept 200 yards along the Pacific Highway. Harris drove, others escaped. one man jammed by the wheel but survived unharmed.
The Navy Minister Mr Hughes reports mine sweepers have found one mine in Bass Strait and will continue sweeps while danger to shipping exists. He suspects a single raider caused multiple sinkings near Fremantle about 400 miles off.
Fragmentary OCR notes claim a service disruption affecting Condor operations near Rio Dr Fanriro. The text references German control and teen opportunities linked to Condor concerns but is unclear on specifics or outcomes.
Reports from the frontier say unrest grows in Rumani a amid German troop movements toward Tu ra. The Romanian government denies internal strife while praising national unity under General Antonescu and noting 200000 Transylvanians celebrated abroad. German divisions move across Hungary as King Michael watches a German parade in Bucharest.
Bucharest reports a decree dissolving the Iron Guard and barring green shirts except on special occasions. Special police were ordered to inquire into Iron Guard members enrolled in the last three months. The move is seen as a major step since Antonescu aligned with German demands, reducing Iron Guard authority.
Opposition leaders warn the budget could sap morale and widen inequality as taxation plans aim to fund the war. Mr Fordeth claims the budget would cripple working people while allowing the wealthy to prosper, and the Labour Party calls for reform of the tax system to distribute wartime costs. The Prime Minister’s response is criticized as dictatorial amid a heated Commons exchange on funding and affording the war effort.
The article quotes Mr Forde accusing the Prime Minister of total intolerance to Labour viewpoints and a closed stance against Labour cooperation. It notes the election result showing no support for the government's conservative policy and outlines Labour opposition to banking control, calling for safety limits and regulated credit to prevent war-driven monetary expansion.
In the House yesterday Mr Cimeron LAP moved to disallow the National Security Petition governing alien appeals. In Lisbon a balloon believed from an air raid was captured near Miranda, drifting over Portuguese territory and damaging telegraph and telephone lines.
Amid heavy bombing, Bristol endures extensive fire and destruction. Crowds crowd Southampton seeking shelter and aid as rescuers rush to clear streets and evacuate the homeless. Reports describe fires, collapsed buildings, and civilian suffering across Hampshire and nearby cities.
The Berlin radio asserts that U boats hit a British convoy heading for Britain, sinking an exporting cruiser and causing casualties among 16 merchantmen. The report estimates the total loss at 110,000 tons.
Somber notes from Pune as Indian socialist leader Nath declares plans to mobilize the nation against fascism. Preliminary discussions for a united Indian conference are set to be held at baseud.
Chiang Kai-shek denounces Japan's recognition of the Nanking puppet government as a blot on national prestige and a step prolonging hostilities. He cites Tokyo's actions, including the anti-Comintern pact, as worseners of the Sino-Japanese war.
Communique reports Italian bombers partly destroyed the French battleship Lorraine during a Saturday raid on Alexandria. Two other ships burned and a Customs depot destroyed while Egyptian air defenses and Allied counterattacks are described across various theatres in Africa.
In Sydney a wharf dispute involving two ships tied to Middle East service was resolved after a conference today. The two men linked to the dispute have been released and the row appears settled.
The article reports new diplomatic setbacks for Hitler with France and Spain. Laval’s visit to Berlin failed to sway Marshal Petain who demands honourable terms and resists any breach of the Armistice. German plans to annex Lorraine provoke French opposition. Spain shows no shift in policy despite the Spanish foreign minister’s Berlin visit.
Snow delays Albania operations as General Papagos tightens control of his forces. Greek cavalry moves toward Devol River while avoiding reckless forward thrusts. emphasis on consolidating gains and pressing stubborn Italian rearguards to prevent fractures and costly breakthroughs.
The House of Representatives announces that air trainees may receive leave due to the comprehensive training scheme and its short courses. The minister for air- forces says general leave could be granted because of the program's breadth.
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