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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 09, 1940
Page
2
Memoriam notices for Bertha Mary McMillan and others appear in The Canberra Times. Bertha Mary McMillan died December 4 with family members Rita Daphne and others listed as mourners. The notices reflect the typical Commonwealth era newspaper practice with family insertions and the publication by The Federal Capital Press.
The Canberra Times outlines advertisement rules including no responsibility for errors, right to edit or omit ads, receipt before 3 pm for next day publication, copy must be ink written, and ads to be endorsed by the advertiser. Special care for proper names and figures is advised.
Her Excellency the Lady Gowrie and Lady Dugan visited the Australia Capital Territory, inspecting Voluntary Aid Detachments at Field Day on Government House grounds. They attended Divine Service at St John’s Canberra and lunched with FR G Menzies at the Prime Minister’s Lodge.
Fragmented reading shows temperature highs around 83 degrees and lows near 9 degrees at Canberra with wind shifting from NW to NW. Rainfall totals near 23 to 2 points, barometer readings from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. recorded as 29.89 to 29.04 inches.
Sydney report says about 42 workers including boiler makers and electricians were warned they would be sacked if they held a stop work meeting. The meeting went ahead, threatening further disruption to electricity supply. Rain eased Sydney's water shortage with heavy falls at Cataract dam. The naval ship Navemir rescued 28 sailors from the British freighter Pal Malla torpedoed off the Portuguese coast in December.
A forecast says mostly cloudy skies with unsettled conditions, chances of thunder and showers, and sultry humidity across the region.
Sydney voices urge that the Snowy River hydro electric project be part of a balanced plan for southeastern growth. They argue the water should serve inland irrigation and new industries, linking Burrinjuck and Murumbidgee schemes, not merely supply cheap power to Sydney.
Price increases take effect today across Australia with New South Wales listed at threepence above pre war levels and other states two pence higher. Commonwealth Prices Commissioner Professor Copland cites higher costs and reduced gross margins as the reason for the regional price gap. The hike covers all boxes held by manufacturers wholesalers and retailers following earlier October increases and the recent sales tax and excise changes.
London reports a German evangency states that Germany and France have signed an agreement for the exchange of goods.
Washington dispatch says the United States contemplates a large credit to Spain to finance imports of food and raw materials. The proposal would require Spain not to re export these goods.
The Bishop of Goulburn Very Rev Dr Maguire spoke at Albert Hall on the Holy Name Society gathering. He tied freedom to faith, urged remembrance of faith as strength, and cited world events from Soviet Russia to Roosevelt in praising faith as a guiding force.
British forces drive forward in the Western Desert near Mersa Matruh for the first time with patrols along the lines of communication. East African patrols report enemy machine gun posts hit and quantities of arms seized. RAF aircraft attack enemy motor transport in the region.
Ottawa announced a prohibition on importing printing plates type and other material for publication production from Empire countries. The ban takes effect after December 14 and applies to non Empire sources.
Cairo reports severe weather hampered operations in the western desert but notes another raid on Aasab with large transport damage nearby. Photographs show damage at Asitab from the November 4 raid and 95. Italian communique says enemy aircraft attacked several Africa regions and machine gunned interfering fighters.
Australia debates a national government as a compromise on the budget shifts attention to reconciling official party views. Mr Menzies and Mr Curtin stressed difficulty, while cross party support emerges as a basis for future talks. Menzies said negotiation is possible but early discussion would not aid.
The Minister for Commerce announced a further barley advance for the 1939-40 crop taken over by the Australian Barley Board. The package totals about £212,000 with rates for various grades listed and emphasis on timely sale and overall board operations. The Prime Minister lauded the War Council and signaled a budget dispute settlement moving forward.
The Leader of the Opposition criticizes Dr Evatt's bid for a special Federal Conference to form an all-party government. He says the Federal Conference has rejected such a plan and urges Labour to respect decisions, noting Labour movement and Labour Party stance.
Sydney reports Dr. Evatt responding to Mr. Curtin in Canberra about the Labour Party share in wartime policy. Evatt says he agrees to the proposal but stresses full power for the government and condemns Labour's criticism of war effort during the election. He urges timely reform of the Labour Party to align with national needs.
A Canberra Labour Party scene shows calls to expel 23 Federal Parliamentary Labour Caucus members for alleged compromise with an anti- Labour government. The text condemns treachery against workers and urges attendance and accountability by party branches and executives.
An international bulletin notes British and German air losses amid ongoing air operations. The report cites casualties and material losses, reflecting continuing aerial engagements.
Illumined by Sunday reports, Adelaide ironworkers strike seeks quick settlement as Wyalla employees are delayed. unions hope talks lead to prompt agreement. Authorities and employers faced with stalled negotiations and rising tensions amid the dispute.
A contested election outcome led to a federal intervention as authorities review the results and address the tied vote. Officials from the Federal Labour body are coordinating to ensure a fair resolution and potential rerun or recount.
Discussion notes a resignation of a marshal in Albania within two weeks could trigger Italian collapse. A collapse might boost German morale strain and Britain's aim to seize victory through German morale erosion. Observers doubt a rout or orderly Italian withdrawals will succeed.
The report notes Badoglio’s request to resign after failing to reform Italian forces. General Cavallero succeeds him, with Caporetto cited as a prior recovery. Doubts linger over Caporetto style gains in Albania as Italian troops face demoralization and Greek tensions amid uncertain Allied strategy.
The report notes growing distrust between German and Italian publics despite Axis propaganda. It cites Italy’s early entry and expectations of Britain’s quick fall, then shifts to Italy’s waning popular support and leadership’s attempts to sustain enthusiasm amid six months of conflict.
The article argues Italy remains vulnerable to air attacks while facing disasters under the Mussolini regime. It notes the king cannot lead a movement against Mussolini and the Vatican's stance could influence a shift toward a monarchical regime, potentially steering Italy away from war.
Reported signs of rising anti German sentiment spread from Italy to occupied territories in France Holland and Germany. Observers note growing unrest challenging the stability of the wartime regime and feared spreads to allied territories.
The Swan by-election contest draws firings of accusations and nominations amid confusion. Parties field candidates including Barker and Fa, while mentions of Curtin Mensell Evatt suggest high level attention to the late Commonwealth seat.
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