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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 11, 1940

Page

4

In memoriam McDonald Alf Killed December 1937

In loving memory of my darling son Alf who was killed with December 1937. Jum to see your smiling face, Peace by his sorrowing mother and brothers and sisters. Engagement announced of Jean Hart of Queanbeyan to George Rowlands eldest son of the late Mr and Mrs A Rowlands of Newcastle.

McDonald Alf Peece Jean Harry Hart Queanbeyan George A. Rowlands Newcastle

Canberra Times notice with telegraphic postal rates

The Canberra Times lists proprietors and subscription rates with London style pricing. It references Canberra local districts Westlake Duntroon Weatridge and mentions post free within the Commonwealth.

Advertising Conditions for The Canberra Times

The Canberra Times advert rules require all ads to be accepted and published subject to conditions. No guarantee of placement under headings. Ads must reach the office before 5 p.m. the day before publication and be plainly written in ink. Endorsements may be required for insertion by the advertiser.

Canberra Times The Parsons

Budget approves first item as debate narrows

The budget debate narrows after Mr Wilson’s speech on the Budget. Some quoted figures appeared before the budget compromise. The flat item of the Budget was approved by voice vote as the committee reached a consensus.

Wimmera Mr. Wilson

Beasley warns taxes may cause deflation and unemployment

Mr Beasley, leader of the Non-Commonwealth Labour Party, told the House of Representatives that proposed income taxes could deflate the economy and increase unemployment, especially in New South Wales. He urged revenue be raised by other methods such as a 2d per pound tax on war profits and Chamereonth loans, or by funds from outside Australia, avoiding domestic taxation.

Law Middle Ea Labour Mr. Beasley Pod House of Representatives New South Wales Beasley Australia

Weather snapshot for Canberra at a glance

Tuesday readings show barometer 30.12 inches at 9 am and 29.06 inches at 9 pm. Temperatures ranged from a high of 43.6 degrees to 15 degrees by 3 pm. Wind at Canberra aerodrome reached 19 mph over the 24 hour period.

Canberra

Soviet dental clinics use table salt solution as anaesthetic

Moscow reports Soviet dental clinics employ a table salt solution as a local anaesthetic for drilling teeth. Dr. Levin of Odessa claims the solution is rubbed into cavities and dries up fluids conducting to nerves, with a claimed success rate of OS cases out of a hundred.

Balt Moscow Levin Odessa

Curtin leadership affirmed as Evatt motion fails at Labour party

The Federal Parliamentary Labour Party meeting defeated a surprise motion challenging Curtin's leadership by a 10 to 10 vote. Dr Evatt was absent and a plan for an all party government discussion was postponed. Supporters see the result as party alignment confirmation.

Curtin Labour Party Dr. Evatt Mr. Curtin Norty Evatt

Britain Breaks Axis Grip in Mediterranean Offensive

Britain shifts to the offensive after a three month period of supply, air, and sea successes. Allied forces reinforce in the Middle East, crippling Italian naval power and disrupting supply lines. Greece aid and Albanian campaign pressure Italy, while British air and sea actions target Italian bases and communications.

British Commonwealth Balkans Palestine Iraq Egypt North Africa Italy Mediterranean Sea Mediterranean Gibraltar Suez France Middle East Greece North Africa R.A.F Albania Britain Turkey Bulgaria Libya Dodecanese Islands Western Desert Mussolini Hitler

Extension of Year Groups for Home Defence Militia

The War Cabinet plans universal training registration for men up to about age 35 to assess eligibility for home service. Eligible single men would face medical exams and staged training by state. Married men and some older groups may be exempt, with current militia strength reported about 12 000 below target.

War Cabinet Army Spender Light Horse Australia

Repertory Society reports year end balance and plans

Canberra Repertory Society announced a year end accumulate balance above 43 pounds after raising 205 pounds for patriotic purposes. At the annual meeting held at the 2CA theatrette, the group outlined two play nights at the Albert Hall in March and October next year. Office bearers named include President Dr B T Dickson and Hon Treasurer M Nolan. Members listed include Mrs Ewens Mrs Curtin Miss P Dickson and others.

Canberra Repertory Society 2CA Canberra Albert Hal B. T. Dickson J. Calvert J. McMillan M. Nolan R. M. Moore The Camels Ewens Curtin P. Dickson T. Hazeler C. Moody

Hitler harangues workers blaming Britain in war speech

In London on Tuesday Hitler addressed arms factory workers with Goebbels Keitel Guring Raeder and Ley present. He said Germany would not be defeated and warned that losing would mean the end of the German people. He blamed Britain for the war and reiterated anti Jewish and racial plans.

London Britain Herr Hitler Germany Dr. Goebbels General Keitel Marshal Guering Admiril Raeder Dr. Ley Hitler

Hitler Speaks on War, Economy and Duty to Germany

In remarks attributed to Adolf Hitler, he argues the Versailles Treaty sparked conflict, praises German workers behind the mark, claims Germany cannot be defeated militarily or economically, and vows to pursue military necessity while avoiding pride. He says Britain seeks war, Churchill bears responsibility, and Nazi officers rose from the ranks.

Post Office Urges Early Christmas Mail Submissions

The post office warns of heavy holiday mail and urges posting all cards parcels and packages by December 14 to avoid delays. Ensure correct addresses and include sender name and address either inside or outside the item for reliable delivery.

Navy minister vows raiders will be rounded up soon

Minister for the Navy Mr Hughes declares oceans will be freed from raiders as Britain cites shipping figures to dismiss gloomy prospects. He notes losses in four weeks ending November 24 were far below April 1917, highlights convoy success and ongoing shipbuilding ahead of expectations.

Mr. Hughes Hughes Germany Britain Goebbels Channel United Kingdom

Windsors Visit Florida For Unofficial Miami Trip

The Duke and Duchess of Windsor arrive in Miami for a strictly unofficial visit. They meet local officials and proceed to St. Francia Hospital for the Duchess to undergo a dental operation. Fifty police are posted at the wharf for the Southern Cross arrival, with return to Nassau by steamer planned for December 13.

Miami Florida Duke Duchess of Windsor St. Francia' Hospital Southern Cross Nassau

Fierce exchange of shots near Ventain Laos provokes clash

A Hanoi dispatch reports Thai and Laos troops attacking an Indo-Chinese military vessel on the Mekong River. Japanese sources describe heavy firing while a French communique says no severance of relations or peace abandonment.

Hongkong Ventain Laos Mekong River Hanoi

Trade practice notes on handling fragile items and returns

The document outlines return requests within days and actions for non delivery. It instructs adding name and address and securely packing fragile items. It emphasizes robust outer containers and absorbent wrapping for perfume bottles and safe handling of sharp instruments to prevent injury.

War Day by Day in the Western Desert Offensive

Reports from the Western Desert show General Wavell shifting to the offensive to test Italian resistance as Graziani digs in along the Gulf of Solum. Italian advances into Egypt halted near Sidi Barrani with British outposts between Sidi Barrani and Matruh and raids extending 15 to 20 miles east.

Western Desert Wavell Italy Egypt Bidi Barrani Libyan Masmad Fil Lambl 3Iwa Mersa Matruh Thig Ene Sidi Barrani Marshal Graziani Libya Gulf Solum Ece Graziani Wavel Churchill Sidi Barren

Greek Encirclement of Argyrokastron Shifts Albanian Front

The fall of Argyrokastron would allow a large Greek push in the southern Albanian front and threaten Italian forces in the Valona Durazzo marshes. Greek strategy rested on rapid movement around the town with Italians recalled to counter and avoid encirclement. As resistance collapses, the Greek line tightens and Elbasan becomes a critical junction for highway control and potential Italian retreat.

Argyrokastron Skumbi Ebess Ripadly Valona Durazzo Rure Permeti Elbasan i Elbasan Ontrovitec Mountains Germany Italy Hungary Iania Albania

Prices action in Senate cited by Senator Lamparab

The report notes Senator Lamparab alleging action in the Senate yesterday over prices. He accuses exploitation of children tied to the McLeay cot case, signaling scrutiny of pricing practices amid controversy.

Lamparab Senate Pater McLeay

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