11 Feb 1939
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 11, 1939
Page
1
Brussels reports a cabinet resignation as Liberal party withdraws support amid a Belgian crisis. Uncertainty over dissolution follows fierce debate on Flemish and Walloon divisions. Strong entities include Brussels, Liberals, Belgium, and Dr. Martens.
Rome reports the death of His Holiness Pope Pius XI in Vatican City. The pope, the 260th successor of St Peter, faced a heart attack and received last rites minutes before death. Cardinals and dignitaries gathered as bells tolled, with preparations for a formal state obituary and succession.
A report from Rome notes the Holy Father showed weakness after a fever but gradually recovered under Dr Milani and Dr Roce. A requiem will be held at St Mary’s Cathedral with Archbishop Panic presiding, followed by services in other states and masses for the Pope’s repose.
The article reports the death of His Holiness Pius I on completing 17 years as pope. It lists his roles as Vicar of Rome, successor to the Prince of the Apostles, Patriarch of the West, Primate of Italy, Archbishop Metropolitan of the Roman Provinces, and other church titles. Continued on page 4.
The government moves to evict couples living at the Watel Kurrajong amid a two week demand for rooms. Low paid officers and typists face boarding-house limits as departments explain some service housing was not sought. Patents Office project delays shift accommodation needs to late next year. A £30,000 boarding house plan is in early stages with private lease plans under review.
London Tuesday reports the Empire Meat Council failing to reach unanimous sanction on mutton and Watab Imports. Parliamentary Secretary H L Cross moved in the House of Commons to approve an import regulation order enabling quantitative regulation. He said Australia and New Zealand could cooperate to keep quotas within limits. Government delay on quotas noted, with aim to protect market safety from imports. Moves approved without division.
The Commonwealth finances show a 41 million January slump with a 3.074 million deficit at month end. Seven month 1938-39 revenue trails 1937-38 by 1.7 million, while spending climbs 2.0 million. Lyons Government faces its first deficit after taking office in 1951. Defense costs surge, while revenue items rise in taxes and post office income.
In Wellington officials signal tighter controls on sending remittances abroad and cashing out from New Zealand. Citizens traveling overseas may face restrictions as political circles speculate that overseas investors should cover their own costs.
London reports an increase in unemployment stated by the Minister for Labour in the House of Commons. He cautioned against overstating the rise, noting it reflects conditions over the year with weather impacting the count, and suggested the figure’s significance should not be exaggerated.
London reports detachments of Franco’s forces at Minorca while Republicans struggle. Dr Negrin's Valencia move seen as attempt to join Madrid defense. negotiations termed without Italian and German liaison. British and French aims to wind down conflict amid mixed signals, with Britain seeking neutrality yet offering mediation.
War report from Hong Kong notes concentration of Japanese ships and transports near Pakhol signaling a major invasion target. Air bombardment from Kwelchow Leland devastates areas, with flames and evacuations as Chinese forces retake centers near Canton. General Bugiyama launches new offensive to seize Central Opel Provines, while navy supports landings on Hainan Island and troops push inland.
The Tribune estimates Italy is poised to raise an army of 10 million. It notes the February 1 decree radically changes mobilization regulations affecting conscription and deployment.
Government Motors registrations across Australia will shift to Canberra with a centralised system. Thousands of vehicles in the Postmaster General's Department will be registered by cross payments between Commonwealth departments, replacing cash payments to states. New number plates tinted red will identify the centralised registrations as due.
The Megara Freed man and L. V. Waterhouse purchased the horse for 2800 at the last yearling sales in Sydney. TheMelfort Star, a colt by Melfort from Lalngult, died this morning without racing after going off colour on Wednesday and failing to improve with treatment.
A royal announcement honors a five year baronetcy linked to the late Rt. Hon. John Water. The baronetcy is granted posthumously to his widow, who receives the title of a baronet’s widow alongside the new distinction. The event occurs amid New Year observances and responds to the late politician’s passing in December.
Sydney County Council appointed 32 year old Austrian Jew Dr Walter Dieschenderf as a third plane engineer on the council staff. The selection faced questions amid 40 applicants with critics saying foreigners were not considered unless they had special experience. Dieschenderf was engaged on highly delicate work at a modest salary.
London reports the Commons debated disclosure of sources for official secrets. The House confronted secrecy regimes, with Sir Bemus Hoare urging restraint while Parsons pressed for transparency and civil liberty protections amid contested provisions.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a 12 month prohibition and related events. The text is garbled with stray phrases about going to pictures and a 42 month reference, obscuring clear facts or names. No coherent summary can be derived beyond noting a punishment lasting about a year.
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