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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 21, 1939

Page

5

Canberra Teeth Hospital Board to Investigate

Canberra dental concerns drive a board inquiry into child teeth health. The Canberra Hospital Board, with the Mothercraft Society, discussed an equitable scheme for dental care, staff, and drug/material support, seeking council cooperation and funding to build a fully equipped dental surgery at the hospital for five year olds and younger.

Canberra Hospital Ra Mothercraft Society Tage Melety

War Savings Certificates Move to Support War Costs

Treasury officials prepare for new war savings certificates to fund wartime needs. The issue details denominations from 11 to 150 with a 160 cent rate of interest mentioned, and the 10 range is expected to attract buyers, aiming to mobilize public savings early in the New Year.

Commonwealth Trenaury

Canberra Labour Council condemns welfare cuts and bush fire rules

The ACT Trades and Labour Council condemned the withholding of welfare payments and restrictions reducing riverfront access and gate rights, urged a deputation to the Minister, and objected to the Defence Forces housing rent for Jenmp. They plan to write to Ed Ward MLA, seek amending Workers' Compensation, and note progress on the Bulliera Labourers Federation and Cornell's picnic plans.

Labour Council Femmes Il Fanionina Romal Department Yas Road Deneral Ed. Ward Canberra New South Wales Advisory Council Interiori Tn Ke Wpe Jenmp Bulliera Labourers’ Federation WIM Queanbeyan Caftral Itn

Professor Copland Named Prices Commissioner for State Bank

Wodrats Professor Copland Melbourne becomes Cal way appointment as Prices Commissioner for the State Bank with a seven year term and £000 yearly salary. He has served as wartime economic adviser to the Commonwealth Government and as Commonwealth Prices Commissioner. The redacted notice declares vacant the posts of three commission directors who held bank directorates linked to mortgage lending, disqualifying them from continuing as commissioners.

Melbourne Ha Babe Hevigga Bank Coplanil Commonwealth Commonwealth Prices Faculty of Commerce The Melapes Nly Son

King decorates naval officers during Portsmouth visit

The King awarded bravery decorations to naval personnel in a ceremony at Portsmouth aboard the Vernon. 800 officers attended as His Majesty toured ships, praising mine countermeasure efforts and viewing merchant cruiser displays. Royal visits capped a four day Portsmouth Command tour by the King aboard ships including the Torpedo and Ming-Behoo.

London Ant Fatinga Hams Vernon Ming Behoo Portamouth Avs Sroyera Cralsern Adairal William Jumenisa the Navy

Profiteering Rumor Hits British Tool Makers

A London Wednesday report from the Latimates Select Committee hearing shows Under-Secretary Batlow stating the Treasury suspects British tool makers involved in the national defence effort are earning excessive profits. Officials faced refusals to submit ledgers for review. the sums are said to be substantial and may prompt government action under existing powers.

London Wednesda Select Committee On The Treasury Batlow Wn aUbmir

War Time Risks Injury Compensation Recoverable

A Sydney report notes workers facing greater danger during enemy bombardment may claim compensation for injuries. The Conciliation and Information Bureau outlines eligibility for those in high risk roles such as war factories, railway junctions, and other frontline workplaces.

Sydney Wemon Conciliation and Information Bureau The Workers Compensation Commission Thos Audi

Shale oil plans outline costly Newcastle project

The Commonwealth Government proposes an excise plan for shale oil production. Standard Oil Company of Australia would invest 1,500,000 to build a petrol from shale facility and a 50 mile pipeline from Bacraml to Newcastle where a refining factory is to be built.

Newcastle Commonwealth Telvision Standard Oil Company of Austra- Uz Bacraml

MUMBLING MINNIE CENSORSHIP MUDDLE IN LONDON

A London discussion cites persistent censorship faults and poor government liaison. The Times notes premature news delays and criticizes ministerial accountability amid ongoing press control debates.

London Censorstip Churcuill Times Unien The Dilly Mall Almie Jerry Mr.Churchill

Conscription debate fuels referendum push in Wellington

Trade unionists demand insurance that conscription be decided by referendum. The Defence Minister cites imperial aims and outlines costs for NZ and global training schemes. UK and New Zealand campaigns seek funding, with three year costs estimated at about £49 million for New Zealand and substantial annual sums thereafter.

Wellington Defence Jonon New Zealand Empire Zosland

War to the Death Ends Naziism Debate at Social Function

Attorney General Hughes warned there is no room for Nazism or democracy at the gathering, asserting a war to the death stance. The remarks reflected a stern mood on threats to democratic order and the nation’s resolve.

Sydney Mr. Hughes Nastia

Timber loge lands declared common by government order

A fragment notes lands described as Linvawn timber plots were declared common by an order issued by the government. The wording is garbled but indicates a top level action affecting land status and ownership.

Wool for U S A Australian Plans

Agents in Sydney express appreciation to the Australian government for orderly disposal of wool to the United States via regular channels. They pledge to use all power to ensure successful working while noting criticism of a high price and anticipated easing of logistical issues by week’s end.

Boston Aurattan Amerpa United States Asaooinied Pre Ishenia

On the Air To Day On the Air To Day

Radio schedule fragment lists ABC and AR programs with music news devotional talks and interludes including Bromhan and Tapley lines. Various time slots cover modern and contemporary composers, sports, weather, and religious services with multiple band and interlude performances. The fragment mode hints at a full day’s broadcasting lineup.

Radio Beriel Bromhan Feeaieet Freedom C. Tapley Tines Itscearealeese Nate Arete Landsey Bahn Sed Pre Freak Clune

Finland Faces Soviet Strength Despite Small Population

An analysis argues Finland of four million can block Soviet might of 146 million through defections, morale, and terrain. It critiques Stalin era purges, weak Russian supply, and poor air power, noting political interference hampering command and discipline. It highlights international aid from Britain and the United States aiding Finnish hospitals and air force efforts.

Finland Stalin Rusia Altie Porter Navy Nuge Sydney Mmra Tuo Tal Nia Britain Dar United States

Federal Court Notice Preserved in Local Printer History

Fragmentary OCR reads as a legal public notice printed by a local publisher for federal court matters. Contents reference a May date, named individuals, and court action, but readable details are incomplete.

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