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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 27, 1939
Page
2
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The Commates Department has prepared plans to restrict Seat Sor and seeks agreement toward a common policy among the Orato and the Commonweal Government. Wider security measures under the National Security Act are discussed amid efforts for producer co operation in wheat and other critical sectors.
Canberra weather briefing notes temperature forecasts, rainfall estimates, and barometric readings for the day. It cites a high near 80 degrees and a planned forecast window around 2 pm with various regional temperature and wind details.
A brief notice reports militia forces being called up in the toss moment of 22 year and older, beginning in January. The fragment implies a formal mobilization or service initiation, with unclear dates and phrasing due to OCR damage.
A fragment from Handy Household Hints discusses using a solvent to soak paper and treat fabrics. The note mentions staining and fabric care for cotton or linen items and advises caution with dyes and ironing effects.
An Australian Wool Board display of woollen fabrics demonstrates advances in making lightweight, dressy materials from wool, including dresses and suits that resemble silk or cotton. The effort aims to expand wool’s appeal, with plans to manufacture new summer and evening weights in Australia and to broaden global demand amid competition from synthetic fibers.
Britain trains farmers to use 70.00 tractors through 41,000,000 units of German and other gear to sustain food production. The article notes widespread shift to pneumatic tyres, replacing steel wheels, and rising mechanization amid wartime supply pressures. It highlights how farmers adapt to new equipment, increasing efficiency despite wear on old gear.
An Australian observer recounts prewar Berlin’s border closures and customs strictures, noting searches for foreign currency and banned literature. He describes inspectors examining belongings, finding notebooks with French and German phrases, and the climate of fear as Party watchers patrol blocks. He reports on propaganda and colonial agitation groups seeking return of Germany’s former colonies and the sense that freedom is eroding in daily life.
Brisbane reports on Mr Casey and Mr Mengien amid negotiations for a possible coalition. Country Party leaders push for ministerial inclusion, while a new appointment to Washington could trigger wider cabinet reshuffles. Sir William Glasgow plans talks with Mengien early in the new year to discuss a possible vacancy and the broader ministry reshuffle.
Fragmentary read but shows a wartime studio piece praising volunteer efforts and German energy. The altered text claims an imagined "An Jather country" and calls for colonies. Overall the piece appears as a biased diorama on propaganda and national mobilization.
The minister announced a new scheme for wireless operator training at the Technical College, recruiting 18 to 25 year olds with British subject and European descent. Applicants must meet basic exam standards in mathematics, physics, and engineering, and begin training soon as recruitment centers are set up in major cities.
Australia’s first air force unit arrives in Britain to operate under RAF Central Command. About 200 airmen led by Flight-Lieut D A Cameron disembark at Sutherland to man flying boat squadrons while retaining Australian identity. Officials greet them warmly, highlighting shared war effort and future cooperation.
Police report a fire at Gyoney School attributed to youths aged seven to thirteen. Evidence includes tire prints and graffiti reading Find out wha. Main building damaged with texts, books, and furniture scattered. several items thrown about amid the blaze.
A wartime measure authorizes a kerosene price increase, with merchants noting it affects the market. Prices had risen since the war began, and the ruling allows the higher rate from October, while earlier refusals to permit price jumps are cited as resolved.
Fragmentary text describes unemployed diggers and store activities with references to organizers and a Ry and LLA group. Mentions a received packet of chyntettan and Chelatshan site with thanks to Frat men. Overall content unclear and not coherent.
An elderly man, Mr P Crittan of Lakemba, was taken by ambulance from Lakemba to Batemans Bay after an injury on Christmas Eve. The patient required a new life-saving device during transit, with the return journey extending into Monday morning.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a morning event with J. Murray and Rowlin g involved and a Stanford par ox selection in the afternoon. Mentions a points tally and names W. Daridson and W. Patera with unclear figures.
Fragmented OCR text references an old remedy tale and a fire tragedy. It notes mystical writings and a 13th century or Bret century context, plus mentions a singer and victims burned in a traumatic event. The readable portions indicate a period piece blending folklore with a modern fatal incident.
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