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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 06, 1940

Page

4

Budget Crisis Shapes Labour Caucus After Meeting

Dr. Byatt strengthens his Labour caucus position amid debate on a virile policy. War Council amends a rule to keep party members’ rights met, while £1,000,000 drought relief funds are routed through the Agricultural Council. Pension index changes set at 21/ for invalid and old age, with future tiered increases as the index rises. Beasley Group renews offer to join a Labour Government. Curtin’s reply unclear. Beasley says Government misses chance to restore lower-income exemptions and boost pensions and credit use.

Beasley Labour Party Labour Curtin Mr. Beasley

Dollar credits for Britain plan eyed by officials

In Washington Sir Frederick Phillips arrived to report on Britain's finances while US officials weighed possible aid. Morgenthau and Hull floated future support as Eccles denied proposals for a 2.5 billion loan, with Henry Ford and others urging rapid war material production and maritime industry offers.

Washington The Treasury Mr. Morgenthau Frederick Phillips United States Britain

War Day by Day on Greek Port of Valona

The report describes Valona Bay as a nine mile long port with extensive harbor facilities used by shipping and naval forces. It notes Italian and Greek positions and suggests the Greeks could control the bay by occupying the heights south of Valona and placing artillery to prevent an Italian landing.

Somi Quaranta Pal Porte Adbarian Timinn Greoda Minin Anehordge Santi Quaranth Valona Port Falermo Valona Bay Nhast Trania Shipping Ar Ntuveks Valena Plevs

British minister explains Romanian oil supply limits in Commons

In a Commons debate, Minister for Information Mr. Paton said Romania could not export all available oil to Germany due to transport bottlenecks by land and sea. He noted Danube and water transport issues, British control of Eastern Mediterranean, and that bombing refineries would curb oil quality more effectively. He warned Axis oil needs would shrink as oil positions deteriorate.

Federal Reserve Bank M. 8. Eccles United States Britain British Eccles Congress London House of Commons Paiton Tumaniy Germany Italy Mediterranean Cnn

On Air Today Radio Schedule Snapshot

A dense list of BBC and Australian radio programming across the day. Includes news, music, serials, devotions, concerts, talks, and children's sessions with times and program titles. Also notes regional feeds from The Canberra Times and Goulburn Post.

Newa Canberra Times Fssentia Sporting Goulburn Post Gheory Els Price Canberra Tdine's Cross Pacn

Weather report from Canberra with temperature and wind data

Canberra weather bulletin reports barometer readings at 8am and 2pm, temperatures around 0 to 54 degrees, a maximum near 84.1, minimum near 60.8, and wind details for early morning hours. Data appears garbled but centers on atmospheric conditions and temperatures.

Canberra Prisa Maxdimum Wink Delocl fySulscan Bey Neavindrome Nuns Pyitaeltr Vey

Examination Results Reported by University College

Fragmentary notes show a marks list with headings such as Japanese and total scores. The readable items include totals 4211 and 4280 and phrases like passed and conduct. The text is incomplete and lacks clear names or a full context.

Personal Regal Dugan and Guests Attend Canberra House Luncheon

Governor of Victoria Dugan and Captain and Mrs. Tenry wore theme hats at a luncheon in Canberra House yesterday as MEG Wis Tixeniler des Seine and Lady attended.

Vic- Dugan Capiiun Tenry Canberra House Meg

Lessons Of The Crisis In Parliament And War Council

The piece analyzes the crisis and aftermath in Parliament with the Government Labour split, arguing for better crisis handling and a stronger role for Parliament. It critiques the Advisory War Council and calls for improved checks on delegated powers and departmental administration to prevent wasteful wrangling.

Labour Party Labour Advisory War Council Parliament

Senate adjourns after shortest sitting on record

The Senate met briefly yesterday with a one minute session after the prayer. Senator McLeay moved adjournment to 7 1 am, which passed unanimously. The prior brief sitting was September 40 1929 lasting two minutes as the House faced a censure motion and cabinet change.

Senate McLeay

Labour Attacked for Compromise in Sydney Debate

In Sydney an angry Labour council meeting opposed the premiership compromise and pledged a public protest in the city mall. A five member committee will lead demonstrations while seeking cooperation from the State Labour Party. Dr Alam argues Australia can cover inflation with 200 million pounds in instalments. The Legislative Council backed the bill on taxation and instalments.

Sydney Trades and Labour Council Laboure Party Australia A. Alam Legislative Council Alam

National Notives Association Urges Use of National Credit

At the annual conference of the Anatrolian Notives Association delegates urged the Commonwealth Government to maximize national credit use for financing the war. Motions request support from the Commonwealth Bank and available favors from the Commonwealth Bank to fund wartime needs and social provisions. The directors call for employment expansion and measures to protect women unable to work, with attention to welfare and protection programs.

Sydney Anatrolian Notives Edin Asanciation Inaianyne

Bananas Ban Ended For Two Months In Commons

The Uniler-Secretary for Galantes announced in the House of Commons that the ban on banning bananas would apply for only two months. Officials believed the holders during that period could stabilize supply and shipping concerns amid the broader market situation.

Jondon Wodnekelds Galantes Gom House of Commons Asperialinn Banaing Conor Saepatany

Coast coastal shipping control moves debated in Australia

The Commonwealth Government plans to assume control of Australian coastal shipping to grant necessary powers. Sir Earle Page says action limited to urgent cases and consultations with shipowners will set measures to implement policy. The move follows recent events raising urgency for load and capability controls.

Farle Page Coftrali Linge Authority al Jiveséntik Sly Earle Page Effert Bass

Spanish Bloc Advocates Ties in Portuguese Relations

Fragmentary text shows advocates discussing Spanish bloc positions with Portuguese relations. Mentions WSPON and FA Press and a deal in joint policy. Reads as a brief foreign-relations note with uncertain details and incomplete phrases.

FA Press

R A A F In Egypt Special Training With Lysander Aircraft

The R A A F in Egypt carried out army cooperation training using Lysander aircraft. The two crewed planes featured pilot observer and air gunner, focusing on artillery spotting, reconnaissance, supply drops, and tactical training for desert detachments. Ground quarters were dugouts in forward areas as crews remained in good health.

A.I. Jnnd Aly Cmp McTiwen Yeblerday Vial Fndt We- Metwen Saldi Raacfl

Brazil Faces Threat Over Coastal Incident Allegations

British auxiliary vessel halted off Brazil's coast and reportedly removed 22 German passengers including Tucomt members. Senor Afranio Mello Franco of the Inter-American Neutrality Committee hinted at possible actions against Britain if charges are proven.

Rio DE Janiero

Enemy raids hit Turin and Dusseldorf with London report

A wartime dispatch states the RAP bombed Turin and Dusseldorf heavily last night. One person was killed and several injured as fires started but were extinguished. Berlin makes no additional claims and shipping losses are not noted.

London Turin Berlin Germany Nau Anya Meg sRerkish

Petain Inspects French Fleet in Harbor Visit

Marshal Petain inspected the anchored French fleet at Poulan Lo-day aboard the Strasbourg. The ships included the battleships Al ferie Yumeix Mach Maraciliniae and many destroyers as the fleet displayed its squadrons under his gaze.

VIONY Wertnosday Revel Feet Poulan Mirshal Pélaii Vessela Strrabourg Alferie Yumeix Mach Maraciliniae Gailagoniers

British shipping losses prompt US aid and merchant fleet relief

The article notes how British shipping losses drive the U S to consider releasing thousands of tons of merchant shipping to Britain. It discusses port constraints in Albania and the Mediterranean as British repairs and shipyard production shift focus to new warships, with convoys facing increased Atlantic access restrictions.

Britain America Lremendona Australia Josses Atlantic Rogaea Regent Loriags Meralutile Marine Ig Ie Fox Wenn Americs Tan France Germany

Nurses Examinations Produce Canberra Trainee Grads

Two Canberra trainees pass the nurses registration examinations held in November. Applications for registration are now open, with eligible candidates listed for next steps. Rosita and other participants are named among the successful examinees.

Sydney Nuraca Hay Fe Huey Sponseys Rosita Canberra Goaper Fuy Laue Rogers

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