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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 04, 1940
Page
5
The text presents a garbled 1940s wartime fragment mentioning Laval Germany France Spain Romania and unrest. It references settlements, auctions, Germany and Spanish ties, with unclear actions or outcomes and no decisive event or date.
A lugger lost three years ago off the Avetranan coast was found drifting, then disappeared again near Broome. An air patrol reported the vessel bearing the false number B45 and in a damaged paint job, suggesting recent refit before vanishing.
In Sydney the Minister for Local Government stated no administrator would be appointed to Yass Council. he would consider actions to protect employees paid by the council. Following Alderman Mortimer’s election as mayor, the council resigned en masse in protest over postponed municipal elections. the seven year term of Alderman Mortimer is noted as the state’s shortest.
A wartime analysis argues Belgian Congo remains crucial to Britain’s war effort. It notes Belgium’s surrender did not erase Congo’s resources or resolve, detailing Congo’s strategic position, vast mineral wealth, shipping, and colonial administration aiding Allied resistance. It highlights faith in Britain’s victory and Congo’s continued role in economic warfare.
Curtin outlines October Beasley plan for unity including control of The Century newspaper and £3000 funding. Beasley group counters with ten points on representation, immunity from preselection ballots, branch amalgamation, and official organ status within Labour. NSW executive rejection allows Beasley back with no penalties, prompting critiques of Curtin’s motives and unity prospects.
The article argues Belgium preserved its prestige and colonial assets despite military defeat at home. It asserts Belgium will safeguard African populations from imposed racialism with help from friends, aiming to defend fundamental human dignity amid global upheaval.
A double oak bed with a four ply wire mattress and kapok filled quilt is offered. Listings show price notation 30 and location near Leckle Donaldson Street opposite Lister Crescent Amalie.
In parliamentary debate Mr Ward questioned the timing and propriety of extending Lord Gowrie’s term as Governor-General. He pressed whether an Australian citizen should have been appointed and if the budget justified any excess in the office. Prime Minister Mensies defended the decision as reflecting popular opinion.
Sir John Latham the Australian Minister to Tokyo visits President Quezon in Manila Bay aboard a luxury steam yacht. Quezon, recuperating, discusses Australian immigration laws as an aide guides Latham in a fast launch. The European press highlights Latham’s publicity.
In Marrickville a horse drawing a cart bolted into a tram, driving a shaft through Charisse Quinnell's chest. The 35 year old tram conductor from Lariwaed is expected to recover with tonight's condition reported as satisfactory.
In Parliament yesterday Minister for Commerce Sir Earle Page stated the Barley Board had not yet disposed of all barley. The exchange highlighted ongoing policy and price issues affecting growers and traders.
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