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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Feb 08, 1940

Page

3

Defence expenditure in Australia during the postwar year

The article reviews Australia’s defence outlay for the coming financial year, with Prime Minister Mentlea noting an expected £78 million defence budget. It discusses funding sources, mainly national income, and compares ratios to past years while citing estimates from Colin Jar and commentary on economic feasibility and imperial afforestation schemes.

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Challenged Canberra Court session in Industrial Arbitration case

The Canberra Court at Petty Besaiona faced a challenge during a case involving How Tague of Johnint Yexevilly and Lia Operative Planter Ss Federation of Australia. The matter, tied to the membership of Victor Rogers in November 1937, raised questions about proper magistrate jurisdiction and the legality of canvassed union dues. The Industrial Magistrate Sr Ryan noted the need to investigate the Rubimian matter as part of the proceedings.

Petty Besaiona Tague Johnint Yexevilly Lia Operative Planter Ss Federation of Australia Miraine of Walen J. L. Maguire Dietenes Mduutrii Poller Sr Ryan Wiidon

Windfall in South Australian Finances From Estate

Adelaide reports a windfall from a large estate enhancing the state finances. Premier Mayford has not yet clarified final figures but early expectations point to substantial revenue gains. The source notes assets likely from a major national estate and impact on primary production pricing.

Adelaide Wednewil Mayford

Acquitted Lt Col Mitchell Melbourne Case End

Mitchell was today freed of charges that spotlighted Australian publicity and led to his suspension from the post of lieutenant colonel. The case hinged on alleged wartime payments and misuse of Crown funds. He pleaded not guilty, with witnesses defending his character. The court found no fully proven wrongdoing in the main points of the charges.

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Rhodes Scholar Ale Officer Chosen

An officer chosen as Rhodes Scholar will continue in service. The notice mentions Byoney wedding and references a sequence of unclear names and places, including East Molnian Thaver and Kew, with an implied promotion or appointment under Colonel Travers at Kirill and related military context.

Byoney Uuvera Fevicket Tegrimiaty

Returned Soldiers' League Annual Meeting Report

A garbled report summarizes the Returned Soldiers' League annual meeting held in Barroporta, with officers listed including Treailent, Vice Presidents, W. Plorw as secretary, and a committee mentioning crops and relief efforts. The text references expected reunions, a need for funds for dependents, and plans involving veterans and militia support, but many details are obscured.

Holiday Pay Denied After One Day Absence in Canberra

The Canberra case revolves around Wille lamanni a carpenter from Guanabayan who claimed pro rata holiday pay after being absent one day. The magistrate noted that lamanni had been sick on the Monday and had written a letter seeking holiday pay, while Stevenson and Stephens argued that no holiday pay was due without proper proof. The hearing examined work hours ending June 29 and July 27, with evidence showing lamanni had worked enough hours to qualify for regular pay, but the court ultimately ruled against the holiday payment due to the absence.

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On the Air To-Day Radio and News Highlights Across Regions

Broadcast listing and program notes from stations feature a diverse mix of music, talks, and performances. Notable items include entertainment segments with actors and musicians, sports reports, weather notes, and community notices.

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