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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 22, 1940
Page
4
C N King and family extend thanks to all who expressed sympathy for the recent death. Messages and condolences were gratefully received from relatives and friends, including doctors and neighbors.
The article notes two principles from Minister Sitakata: an improvement to the general pension scheme and central responsibility for funding, not local authorities. The new proposal would cost about £80,000,000, with taxation contributing resources to cover the amount.
A Rochester report says a circus ruined by a Wednesday fire burned its winter quarters after hay-eating animals, including three ran loose, destroyed cages and all male animals were burnt.
The Canberra weather report lists morning readings at 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. with reported pressure around 2081 inches and 79.63 inches, temperatures ranging from 61 to 67 degrees, wind from the NW at 3 mph, and a 24 hour period ending 2.20 p.m. at the aerodrome.
The death of Mrs. E. K. Parkes of Huntingdon Canberra occurred in Melbourne after a period of illness. She was a devoted parishioner who aided St John’s Church funds and church renovations. A memorial service is planned at St Paul’s Church in Melbourne this afternoon.
Sweden endured record cold last night with 70 degrees of frost, marking the coldest spell in 180 years. The extreme freeze gripped the nation, affecting daily life and transportation.
Government considers war profits tax as major part of tax proposals. Debate centers on minimum taxable income and extending direct taxation to lower incomes, with emphasis on taxing profits from war activities and profiteering amid wartime conditions.
Professor Kant, commenting on Mr Chamberlain, says Norway revised neutrality to fit British concept. The Altmark, a state vessel, cannot be treated as commercial or warship and may refuse inspection. British international law experts hold passage rights unchanged if prisoners remain aboard. intervention only if prisoners are landed ashore.
The Times Rome correspondent notes Italian press and radio emphasize a British cruiser and warships near Pet Samo. Britain may move against German blockade runners via the far northern passage while observers question sudden shifts in German and Norweigan maritime tensions.
Chief native official E W P Chinnery submits a government report urging social and sporting facilities for half-caste communities in Northern Territory. Plans include hostels at Darwin and Alice Springs, small-farm settlements, technical training, and supervised missions. Special courts and a native constabulary are proposed to enforce measures.
Australian import data show U S goods rising by over £166000 despite a central policy. Officials study expanding export potential to the United States and consider broader import controls to conserve exchange. Prime Minister Menzies notes reviews by the Economic Cabinet on restricting imports and a motor industry proposal remains under focus.
General Wavell inspected Australian troops in Jerusalem as they formed a square and were addressed. He praised their fighting endurance and said the war is against the German people, expressing pride in the Australians and confidence they will acquit themselves well.
Authorities say the London Australia exchange rate will not change in the Bret half of this year. Woolgrowers fear no substantial accumulation of funds and anticipate no drain on exchange funds if exports and sales of farm produce cover government commitments.
Attorney-General Hughes reminded parties amid a threatened coal mining dispute that the Commonwealth Government can compel meetings yet prefers voluntary talks. He said wartime power could force action if necessary to ensure safety and welfare, but stressed that a genuine agreement requires the parties’ consent and practical working conditions.
Dr Ronald Cuttle one of the central figures in the inquiry into the Junee Hospital death of a one year old boy said mud has been thrown at him. He denied being the public scapegoat and insisted he adhered to all rules and regulations. Dr Weaver said he would not comment until he reviewed the report and stated his conscience was clear.
In Condon a high level briefing discusses Allied and German actions in Norwegian waters and neutral shipping. Norwegian press criticizes government for permitting belligerent ships to transit waters. Altmark captain claims vessel free to sail after grounding.
The Duchess of Kent visited Australians rescued from the Altmarck and Australia. She spoke with Fremantle seaman R H Stone and others from J dura Rockhampton Sydney. She praised their safety and noted 2000 comforts distributed to Allied forces since October 25.
Mr. A G Casey the Australian Minister to the United States arrived in Washington after a snowstorm and late train. The Australian Legation near Massachusetts Avenue is a temporary three story brown building with plans to relocate once a permanent site is chosen. Casey said the goal is to foster good relations and widen friendship between America and Australia while awaiting a permanent legation building.
A fragmented OCR item from a New York tribute page hints at an Australia related bet and dec affairs. Readable names or dates are unclear, but the fragment suggests a ceremonial or social event linked to Australia.
Brussels official statement confirms Belgium has lost 12 ships weighing 1,000 tons. The designation notes the tally of vessels and total tonnage as part of wartime losses.
President Roosevelt is on a vacation at Tuscaloosa, attempting deep sea fishing. The trip includes Costa Rican waters as he aims to test his hand at ocean angling.
In Sydney the Metropolitan Water and Sewerage Board failed to obtain a £500,000 overdraft from the Commonwealth Bank to continue its programme and prevent unemployment among flotations workers. The bank refused the request at a board meeting led by President Mr. Upton. A separate London note reports a War Secretary Oliver Stanley announcing a Court of Inquiry into two mill officers alleged to have recommended Charles Kingsley Boott, a man with a criminal record, to the Supply Ministry as a financial agent.
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