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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 22, 1939

Page

5

Wrong Men footing and Robbery Cases Dismissed

Sydney police freed Patrick Shannon a 34 year old barber after charges tied to a July robbery and an alleged murder attempt were dismissed. Charles Williams faced separate counts of breaking and entering in December but was not the man who entered the dwelling, and was discharged.

Sydney Patrick Shannon Central Police Fox Charles Williams Willisma Shennan Charles Henjamin Wiliams Erie Trick Bannon Shannon

Dairy Produce Output Rise Aboard Exports from Australia

The Commonwealth Bureau of Industry reports October butter exports at 71,880 cwts, up 100 over September. Four month total reaches 661,594 cwts. Cheese export volumes rise from 23,000 cwts to 38,080 cwts. Septembers 34,737 cwts to Octobers 38,080 cwts. Production for the year hinges on agreements. state figures show Victoria and Queensland posting grafting plans and varied regional changes across South Australia Western Australia and Tasmania.

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Prices Commissioner Appointed in September

A formal notice states that the term of appointment for the Prices Commissioner, Professor Copland, run through a specified period ending September 28. The Commonwealth Gam etle yesterday notified the appointment, confirming his duties for the coming months.

VI ‘Tate Bey

Threat to Holland and Dutch frontiers amid German pressure

The document outlines potential German plans to pressure the Netherlands by concentrating forces near the Dutch frontier. It discusses possible Dutch ports and territory, the risk of the Netherlands aiding a German invasion, and the strategic impact on Britain and France. It notes Belgium's stance and possible Allied responses if Belgium remains neutral.

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Australians Abroad Preserve Identity in War

In the Great War era Australians serving overseas retained their identity through careful measures. An attorney general notes a long effort to preserve identity faced many difficulties, but ultimately success was achieved in maintaining distinct national ties amid the conflict.

Melbourne plans aircraft assembly building tender details

Air force plans for a cantas assembly building at parmen e band for the Commonwealth Government's air craft construction scheme set a tender value around 146 37. The Melbourne company Swaneoa Brow Ply Ltd of Little Collins Street was listed as the applicant. Work was to commence in about six months with completion aimed at Batel by the acton. The permit period allows contract start on March 3.

Paermene Sircraft Yeatertay Ieee Ty Swaneoa Brow Ply, Ltd Little Collins Birest Melbourne Nix Mont

Empire Trade Value FAVOURABLE BALANCE to Australia

Empire trade bulletin highlights Australia drawn into imperial market. British countries bought 62 percent of exports while Australia sourced 7.70 percent of imports from Empire nations. Exports tallied at 1,201,372,000 and imports at 1,102,166,384 leaving a favourable balance near 20,000,000 pounds.

Commonwealth Bureau of Census Stxtlslior Anstrasia Empire Roantries Feeg

Caramel Corn Ring Delight From Flakes

Hollywood alway Margaret Lindsay her friends, but one of her most irrassehble points to her frisnas. 7 the dalicious Caramel Corn Fa Ring that she can whisk up. horth at a moment's notice, Madavit Cort Flake, and served with ice cream uv ult this luscious dah can be served for luncheon or dinner and will be just as dalicious. or Cun basa Caramel Corn Flake Ring ae in saucapar and heat slowly, stiering con tantly, till mixture starts to buckle, Plece Corn Flakes in buttered mixing bowl and add hot caramel, stirring Hill flakes are evenly coated. Pack In buttered ring-moulds an chill thoroughly, Un mould and serve with ice cream or fruit. Mel butter and RUE

Hollywood Alway Margaret Lindsay Horth Saucapar

Unclear local listing with mixed items and prices

Fragmentary OCR shows a jumble of names and items including garden tools, fertilizers, Canberra delivery, and vacant walk-in notices. Missing coherent events or outcomes. readable fragments mention Pike and Campbell and Hotel Wellington.

Oulons Mb Reaper Pricts Canberra Pike and Campbell Crawford Btaret Queanbeyan

Commonwealth to extend Bounty for shipbuilding

The Commonwealth Government proposes continuing the Bounty Act to foster shipbuilding in Australia. The incentive applies to end steam vessels over 100 tons, capped at 50,000 pounds annually. Eligible vessels receive duty-free machinery and boiler components sourced from any country, with the Tax Board to review duties.

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Hospital Visiting Hours in Canberra Stated

The Secretary of Ue Canberra announced daily hospital visiting from 2.0 to 10. pat. The Hospital Board urged the Interior Department to adjust the schedule for better oversight. The department said even a minor change would affect the facility’s operation.

Canberra Doaphal Mic. B.andéreoh Pat. Cally Department of the Interior

Gaol Escape At Sydney Prison Sparks Inquiries

In Sydney a prisoner escaped from Parraiste gaol on December with two others severely reprimanded. The escapee, aided by an unaided phrase, will receive punishment. Guards opened gates as two war ere attempted to stop them. the escapees were recaptured after a shot was fired.

Sydney Thuradsy Uy -Wo Parraiste Decmforda Pessenmuan Mtr Lorey Theranars

Homebush Stock Sales Sydney Market Report

At the Lemington yards buyers gathered 45,000 sheep and lambs with good quality oxen. Competition was keen as lambs sold nightly at reduced prices. Quotations ranged from 12 to 19 shillings for various weights with carcases and cattle showing a fair overall quality. Strong entries and bidding framed the sale, with prices indicating steady demand across categories.

Sydney Lemington Olnar

Overseas markets price uptrend continues in November

The report notes an improved trend in export prices continuing into November. Pay monthly index of export prices remains positive as overseas markets show rising values.

Furnished Room and House Availability Notice

Fragmentary OCR notes advertise a furnished room and superior private home space. Mentions Apely Jaghsorya Neweagenby Mana with unclear placement or contact details. Further readable facts are not present to determine location dates or full terms.

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