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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 01, 1940
Page
2
A coroner in Camu conducted a closed inquest into a death attributed to a shotgun wound. The body was found near Ape Ce head, and the inquiry faced press restrictions as the coroner cited reasons for secrecy. The statement followed comments by a justice in an interview presented later.
Fragmentary report shows Newcastle mining unions debating a motion from the union committees on coalfield policy. The vote appears to have been overwhelmingly against the proposed plan, with confusion over the exact wording and participants.
The Canberra science community mourns the death of M A L Tonnoir a world authority in entomology and taxonomy. A linguist who studied in Liège and published 27 works since 1914 he directed parasite research at the Division of Economic Entomology and introduced beneficial insects to Australia while serving at the CSIRO Canberra.
The Commonwealth Government will refer the motor engine chassis manufacture deal with Australian Consolidated Industries to Parliament for ratification when it reassembles. Prime Minister Menzies said pending ratification the contact would be suspended and full debate permitted. The agreement aims to establish an Australian motor industry with 20 000 engines annually, with duties considered to support local production.
In London Tuesday M Maurein of a French war correspondents party discussed Allied unity with British officials. He praised joint aims and the idea of a single supreme commander while noting difficulties in achieving full unification amid wartime strains and national pride.
Fragmentary OCR item notes a baby and a wary wall scene with unclear actions. The readable parts reference a child and a tense moment but lack concrete names, places, or dates to ground a fuller summary.
The Australian Trade Minister stated there is no general ban on trading with refugees from Germany and Austria or nationals of Allied nations resident in Austria. He noted that trading with such individuals is not an offense unless a section of the act is invoked by the Attorney General, and no declaration has been made yet.
A garbled report describes a joint British and French meeting with a solemn ceremony. Delegations from Chambiol Lovusses and Lasmen attended with Canadian representatives. Mentions of a visiting divinity and military presence, plus pledges about friendship, unity, and victory through shared effort.
Gratitude to the Labour Unity Conference in New South Wales was expressed at the annual enumeration of the Australian Workers' Union. Grayndler returned unopposed amid attendance by delegates and officials. The meeting discussed wage-related issues and living costs as key concerns for members.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a harsh winter event affecting a rescue train. The text mentions Kondo and Walett, weather conditions, and a disruption to planned attendance at an event or camp, with references to an Amypon undertaking a pert activity and an inability to attend.
International dispatches report over 1000 Polish Scouts and Guides in France serving with the Polish army. A broadcast plan is announced for February 8 with overseas remarks by Oliver Branley. Ottawa notes 25 million dollars of naval construction contracts placed with Quebec shipyards. Southeast Scotland reports coastal debris clearance after wreckage removal over five miles of shore. Rangoon tragedy recounts a Hindu procession disruption causing deaths and numerous arrests.
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