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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 07, 1939
Page
5
A partial OCR note references a vote on a gun matter and a 50 bail. The text is garbled, lacking clear names, places, or dates, making it impossible to determine exact actors or outcomes.
The report concerns claims and a candidate withdrawing from the Croydon election amid a bribery and influence dispute. It mentions Playfair, Labour Party funding, coercion allegations, and a sworn statement about a contract forcing disclosure. Proceedings adjourned as Gordon testifies about obligations and silence.
The government faced a Senate debate on amending and financing a wheat control scheme. Senator Wilson questioned the policy as the bill moved, with figures showing flour tax distributions in September at 150 and October at 443,804 pounds. The Leader of the Country Party supported the amendment while government leaders kept to policy goals.
Government forces pushed wool tariff reforms through despite a near defeat as MPs debated protecting local industry. The House approved an amendment ensuring existing higher duties on woollen goods apply to future imports, retroactive to September, with ministers aiming for quicker impact on price and supply.
Sydney Wesnv ley Pah Deuring presided in the AME Court today as Joseph Bhumack claims misrepresentation in a hotel sale. The plaintiff was awarded compensation after a breached contract and related damages, with the court ruling on figures at issue during the morning session.
Government aims to sponsor motor car engine production in Australia with a bounty system. Payments scale from £80 per unit for the first 20,000 engines to £20 for the next 70,000, decreasing if Australian material content falls below 60 percent. Factory start must meet an 8,000-unit threshold, with two-thirds Australian ownership required for ongoing payments. Lawton described aims tied to defence, industry growth, and raw material use, with further protections and future expansion under review.
The Melbourne tennis events feature Crawford Wile and several upsets as Bromwich beats Ewin 6 3 6 0 6 2 and Quiat defeats Holloway 6 3 4 6. McGrath over Holland 6 3, 6-?. Hopman triumphs over Tonkin 8-4 6-3. Tang defeats SidWell 3 8 4. Jarper over Gilchrist 6 2 6 4. Brodie beats Pally 2 4 6 3 0-0 6-8.
A deputation representing amateur movie enthusiasts led by Frephy asked the Minister for Trade and Commerce to relax film duty. They argued a duty of two francs a foot for Romie cinema would be prohibitive and sought a low rate allowing some films into Australia without full payment. The minister agreed to consider relief for certain applicants.
The Prime Minister and Postmaster General expressed surprise at a statement from former Director of Posts and Telegraphs Sir Harry Brown. Hobart reports he had felt out of step for some time before his resignation was accepted after a long discussion. Mr Measles said he urged Sir Harry to stay but family reasons compelled resignation. Government members lament his loss of ability.
A report by W H Shapword on inquiries into the Commonwealth Railways was presented to the House of Representatives by the Prime Minister. Forty two allegations were made mainly by senior officers and retirees, centered on personal grievances after departmental amalgamation and funding shortages. The inquiry found the Commissioner’s honesty was never in doubt, with many allegations unsubstantiated or only partially proven.
Reported demand for a government tribunal under the Tacuatini Petce Act to resolve coal industry disputes. Mine representatives proposed appointing a committee to handle prosehm and ensure mutual agreement between mine owners and miners on key issues.
Commonwealth Auditor General cites delayed Wirraway orders from the Commonwealth Airclass Corporation. Original 40 planes priced at 8 000 each shifted to 9 000 plus due to alterations. Progress payments totalling 400 000 were made without a signed contract as of September 1938.
In a heated Commons scene Dobbie, Labour MP for Rotherham, demanded action on overdue soldier pay due in August. He claimed wives in his constituency faced hunger with nine children, while others pawned belongings for food. The Speaker ordered an apology, but Dobbie refused, saying the hungry deserved justice even at the cost of parliamentary prestige.
The Acting Minister for Supply Frederick Stewart said Australia holds far more corn sacks than needed, while government delays and procurement hesitancy provoke criticism. In the House of Representatives Prime Minister Menzies and the Australian Wheat Board discussed storage, handling, and blame for rising prices.
Sydney business notice for quality furniture by Simpson Lee and Co Ltd located Pitt Street. Includes an address at 31 Inane and mentions a 28 inch item and a 36 BG price reference. Silent on exact dates or full product details, but indicates local promotion and premium offerings.
A fragmentary dramatic voice invites Canberra readers to seek satire that shocks and unsettles. The passage critiques a culture of rumor, class obsession, and misogynistic contention, promising intense laughter at social rituals and power dynamics.
The note teases a bold all female cast featuring Norma Shearer Joan Crawford Rosalind Russell Paulette Goddard Mary Boland Joan Fontaine and 129 other women with no male roles, stirring curiosity about the stage or screen production.
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