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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 07, 1940
Page
3
The readable portion shows a garbled text fragment lacking clear names, dates, places, or events. No coherent person, organization, or location can be identified for a proper card summary.
The Minister of Customs Mr Harrison announced tighter timber import limits amid non sterling exchange pressures. He outlined phased reductions and a future total prohibition, with quotas on redwood and western red cedar, 40 percent cuts for Oregon timber and 60 percent for hemlock, plus a duty concession for Guinea timber used in boxes and doors. Supplies for butter boxes would be safeguarded if Australian sources fail.
Senator Cameron of Victoria suggested abolishing State Parliaments to save money while noting a gloomy possibility for himself if the move passed. He admitted previously supporting abolition of the Senate, arguing it would be a good day for the nation. The Assistant Minister for Commerce Mr Anthony announced a fruit acquisition scheme for poles and pears to start January 1.
A jumble of rental notices from Manuka to Kingston lists furnished cottages, rooms, and flats with prices, deposit details, and contact notes. Advertisements mention two bedroom houses in Melbourne, high position homes with gardens, and handyman shops for sale. Several entries specify dates from late December to January, with agents handling arrangements. Local details include addresses, agent names, and phone references.
Notice seeks an adult ward maid offering 37 shillings and 3 pence weekly plus keep for 44 hours. Apply to the Matron at 11 a.m. today.
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