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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 06, 1940
Page
2
Announcement from Australian oil authorities that a single grade petrol will be available in Awe Aralla after April 1 due to import restrictions. Officials confirm public access to the one grade petrol at 8 gallon rates until Sunday, with further details to follow as supply lines adjust.
A fragmented British style report quotes a Labor claim that the party’s reform programme would improve governance, with opposition figures urging stronger policy action. The text is garbled, but it discusses Labour’s position and government response amid confusion and parliamentary debate.
A preliminary declaration indicates that price fixing may be applied to wholesale and retail trade in fabrics such as cotton and silk. The watchword is to assess whether goods would be subject to the price control scheme and to monitor retail price responses.
Bribbane Monday Captain Bevco Muna survived a forced landing after the plane ran low on fuel near Rocmhampton ten miles east, continuing with a landing in rough waters. The incident left the craft damaged but all aboard unhurt. The pilot reported fuel trouble after leaving Bundaberg and some waterlogged terrain near the landing site.
A Melbourne tender notice outlines a contract for army compasses with a total cast estimate. The document mentions J A Jarding as the tender owner and references a war related procurement process. Details are fragmented but indicate supply timing and production considerations for military use.
Fragmentary climate notes show temperatures around 72.4 degrees with wind data from Canberra Estodrome. The text is garbled, but references maximum temperatures and wind speed at 2 pm over BM hours.
The article argues for a European federation to reduce war, urging smaller states to unite into economically and politically cohesive units. It cites the Balkans as a potential model and notes that a federation of European states could align interests, while warning against a single monolithic empire and acknowledging inevitable divisions.
Fragmentary text cites General Frick and Goering discussing munitions supply policy. It mentions plans to abandon Bai dotne control and to limit German influence to Sweden and Denmark, with bases on the Atlantic seaboard and in North Norway.
The Lilomarie Times correspondent reports on British and Japanese positions amid a bombed carrier incident. Analysts note diverging viewpoints, with Britain stressing policy and Japan focusing on strategic responses as tensions escalate between nations.
Fragmented report shows Premier resisting alleged jobbery and factional pressure at a Central Council gathering. Names and specific roles are unclear due to damaged text, but discussions touch on appointments and governance within the country party structure.
A League of Nations committee meets at The Hague to refine methods for separating technical work from political duties, aiming to boost cooperation among non member states and streamline central committee supervision of League activity. The panel, appointed in May 1919, includes representatives from Avetralls Argentina Yur key Helgiland Holland Norway Bor Wiel Switzerland and the United Kingdom, with a task to organize practical political work and future organizational oversight.
Madrid dispatch reports that about 690000 Nationalist and Republican combatants have been injured in the civil conflict. The total killed remains unconfirmed, with figures still being collected and verified since the war’s outset.
Fragmented report from Ankara notes ongoing tremors Saturday causing injuries and damage. Officials urge safety as aftershocks disrupt Bellet region and fuel shortages impact local relief efforts.
Bravery displayed by law enforcers Mydney Muniliy and Wo ML Marden of Beralty Sctllar Bienin near the Singapore mine explosion. They helped rescue crew from a steamship mined off Singapore on November 18. Award recommended by authorities.
A wide analysis discusses Balkan Entente moves to curb German trade power, Balkan states tensions, and possible shifts in regional influence. It notes Bulgaria and Romania relations, Turkish and Greek positions, and the impact of British and Egyptian trade measures on the broader war context, with cautions about shifting fronts and economic warfare. It cites Germany’s actions, Allied responses, and the fragile balance in southeastern Europe as the war unfolds.
Distorted report notes Runcay ascending to Kinming despatches stating 27 Japanese units were ambushed on Buluntuy frontier near the Indo-Chinese border. It mentions Japanese advance halted and French permit needed to move Guinea military supplies.
Geneva Sumiay and delegate Kel Medoweph Wimisworth warn in an American reply that the nation must secure victory before addressing post-war economic problems. The text suggests discussions at the tomorrow conference on post-war economic plans.
Announcement says General Weygand will view a foreign visit in Cairo with Egyptian army chiefs. He will inspect a parade of troops and meet high-ranking officers during the trip.
A public service bi annual conference of the Commonwealth Public Service Cheri Al Angociation will meet in Melbourne February 26. Delegates from Day ra Branches in Melbourne state will be chosen to represent the association. The agenda covers management views on arbitration conditions, superannuation, miscellaneous provisions, and salary adjustments to improve cost of living concerns. The central executive and branch councils will appoint a secretary to assist. Branches from Queensland and New South Wales seek equitable salary adjustments and pension reform.
A fragmentary article discusses opposition to high dividends and government arms, citing Premier Whitlam and policy debates. It references examinations, appointments, and arbitration, with mentions of government service and official submissions from the Australian Branch on administering a new enterprise.
Reported talks in New Delhi describe Mahatma Gandhi meeting with the Viceroy in a private session. Details remain sparse as officials hint at ongoing negotiations affecting political affairs.
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