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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Feb 29, 1940

Page

3

Outstanding innings fuels Flagstanel win in school cricket

An erratic but productive school cricket match saw Flagstanel post a strong total with key scores from Crawley and Turner while Leo Revens and others contributed. The match featured several bowlers and fielding highlights as the home side defended in a tight finish.

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Welfare Fund aids Canberra volunteers dependents four months

Canberra Volunteers Welfare Association reports support to dependents of service members and welfare for volunteers. During four months 48 ADP men from the Territory went into camp and most embarked overseas. Funds funded Wool Farsox, Comforts, Pontiuels, and meals. donations supported dependents and printing and stationers.

Canberra Volunteers Welfare Association Diplo Wae Glendielt Wallbridge Navy Duntrean ALR Pontiuels Atllitin & LH Katiogwell Priting & Stationersy Minceliniee Tote Fay Betty Af Vuleule Belies

Rain Prospects Prompt Early Pat for New South Wales

Weather notes from the state show increasing rain prospects. Forecasters predict showers to begin soon, with potential benefits to agriculture and river levels. Local authorities urge preparation for possible flood risks in coastal areas.

Te Flay New South Wiles Sydney

Wool Acquisition Scheme Defended in Sydney

The Australian Minister for Commerce defended an eighty day wool acquisition plan claiming it restored market stability for wool growers. He said growers faced no anxiety over immediate disposal and payment, and that world market disruptions would not topple the industry’s economic foundations.

Sydney Farmivra Ao

Kingston sawdust dump fire in Kingston area

Canberra Fire Brigade attended a blaze at a sawdust and rubbish dump near Power House Kingston in what locals say is a near daily occurrence. Authorities believe several fires are caused by deliberate actions and are investigating the incidents.

Canberra Kingston Calla Perini

Goulburn Council Appeals for Tree Care Amid Heat Wave

The Goulburn City Council issued an appeal to residents to water 4000 plus recently planted trees citywide, citing extreme heat that stressed stock. District reports note most saplings suffer, with only a few surviving due to drought, and a prolonged watering period ahead for protection.

Goulburn

Heavy rains threaten Queensland towns and rail services

Heavy rains in North Brisbane and surrounding areas caused rivers to rise into the streets of Roma. Water two feet deep flooded streets while residents along the river near Longreach evacuated to safety as several train services were suspended.

Brisbane Thant Feara Queensland Roma Longreach

Wool Appraisers No Enemy Subjects Appointed

The Commonwealth Government employed 388 people to appraise wool. 320 were British or French, nine Belgian, and 12 Japanese. No ex-internee was employed. Premier Mr. Muir announced these figures in the Legislative Assembly in response to Mr. J. McGirr's accusation that Australians were overlooked in selecting appraisers.

Sydney Commonwealth Muir Legislative Assembly Mair J. McGirr Lab Germany Malr

Scout Notes From Canberra Pack And Gallantry Award

Scout meeting details at Canberra pack with invitations and consent requirements. Thirty-one members attended as patrols discussed schedules and a ceremony at Forrest Scout Hall. Certificate for Gallantry awarded to Beout Grant Beott for stopping a bolting horse to protect three children.

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