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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 04, 1940
Page
2
Parumbatamma, B A Waller, Jervis, May and Decker are noted in a local item with names and brief event context. The fragment suggests a community notice or brief on individuals linked to a local matter without full details.
Canberra brief items report evening events and stray notes on timepieces and local matters. The text is fragmented but suggests routine weather and civic mentions without clear names or dates.
Canberra district track and field meet reports show athletes recording times and distances. The text lists participants such as Jim and others, with shots, jumps, and sprints noted across dates and stages.
A 1601 Canberra Toes column reflects on World War I era economic warfare and states that later conflicts saw less bloodshed yet demanded unified national planning. It argues for single national economic policy, reduced state control, and strengthened coordination between industry and government to leverage Australia’s resources for victory and postwar reconstruction.
An aged dispatch notes Melbourne political figures debating a secial allowance for public teachers and related labor party positions. The report mentions Lewin of Use Opposition and Arter Sh bee amid party alignments, with references to a 550 dollar annual stipend and Labour Party figures My Cam Sov and Gow bemos of the Lepistache Coan SM Eagercoe.
Population figures reveal the Commonwealth Government’s Melbourne bias in shifting public service appointments to Melbourne. Canberra’s growth slowed, with a population rise of 1315 in 1888 versus 582 the prior year, and the ACT tally at September 30 stood at 12,191. The ACT census shows 5,055 males and 5,386 females, with 145 births in the five quarters of 1839 versus 101 the prior year, tied to Canberra development promises.
In Melbourne on Wednesday fears were voiced that government established processes for apprenticeship may fail to provide employment. The NSW commissioner said a special research body is examining the issue and the Commonwealth Government is consulting with the States to keep skilled workers employed during peace.
Report from London details the sinking of the liner Athenia after a torpedo strike on November 4 in the northern sea. Copeland, chief commander on the escorting ship, oversaw rescue attempts, aided survivors, and later examined the Athenia’s condition for about 13 minutes before returning to the escort vessel with the rescued woman.
A partially legible notice states plans to convert the former residence of Mr Minwerr in Sanprera after a ministerial announcement yesterday. Details are unclear but indicate part of the building will be repurposed for public use while the remainder may be occupied by local authorities.
Australian pilots teams tee off in a regional event featuring notable fliers and spectators. The match showcases skills of Sow Se Fouad Reghiy and Thomas Patiniarty Azer among others, highlighting competitive aviation sports across Australia.
O Reilly joins a local tennis carnival featuring a series of exhibition matches. The event highlights efforts by community clubs and draws attention to youth participation and sport outreach.
Australia plans a policy review by the Economic Cabinet to replace wartime trade with Germany and expand exports to France and the East. Officials aim to clarify relations with France, report on Eastern markets, and map broader trade avenues while maintaining wartime controls until peacetime.
Confused OCR yields a fragmentary report mentioning Rome Berlin axis and Germany but lacks clear names or dates. It implies German leadership sending messages about Italy and Mussolini, with hopes of coordination against others.
In Melbourne Wesnesta, Mr J Fret and others were injured after a taxi cab incident on Swanston Street. Casualty details are unclear due to distorted OCR text but report notes a fatal outcome and multiple injuries.
Disjointed world notes from Paris and Tallinn reference spy rumors, military movements, and diplomacy. Reports mention Polish affairs, British and German interests, and a looming December deadline affecting policy and regional security.
Thousands of young men in Sydney faced compulsory military training as registrars processed details. By June end many will be 21 and called up, with registration described as slow due to the volume of information. About 3000 youths were dealt with and calls issued in alphabetical order amid weathered confusion.
A report notes that the Mandated Territory of New Guinea produced no payable gold while German. after Australia assumed the mandate in 1920 the first rich gold mine emerged. By end of 1937 38 the territory exported 1,? million ounces of gold valued at ?127,000.
The interior minister Senator Pally stated that the Quverescant not pacturbed Communes Faringe or Avetralia would face no national alarm over war talks. English meetings near Buckingham Palace caused little concern. he called the discussions trifling and dismissed them as comedy.
Deputy Leader of the Country Party Mr. Thorby wrote to Chief Secretary Mr. Fouling proposing ways to control Communist activities. He suggested banning speakers who speak disloyally or blasphemously, while Mr. Tonking weighs the proposal and the official view remains that state police can handle Communist utterances.
Walter Goldman, 41, and another man, both charged with failing to notify a change of address, appeared at Coxra Summons Court. Goldman pleaded guilty but claimed no criminal intent and questioned the need to report every move. The prosecutor urged strict compliance, warning of consequences for aliens not registering and directing him to inform associates of their duty.
The government signals possible revival of housing plans, suggesting a lean-money approach and full Commonwealth aid to reopen the scheme. Premier and ministers discuss delaying the state project while awaiting clarity on financing and development priorities.
The Association of Ser South Wales warns of a regulation that could affect wool industry within the Australian market. Government departments are urged to secure cotton products as a substitute, amid concerns over overdependence on imported Grasse goods and potential shifts in government purchasing behavior.
Acting Minister for Supply Frederick Stewart appealed to all sections of the community to cooperate with the government by assisting to conserve resources. He described excess profits as objectionable and likened them to sinister disloyalty, urging firm nationwide effort.
A London based initiative by Tanatay and Cara Noreile Davies aims to equip soldiers with musical instruments. The project, organized by SSRRRe, plans to distribute tin whistles and other sets to cover combat zones, with 16 sets already sent to training centers. A commuter group at Sambope House Park Lane supports the cause.
Fragmentary text indicates government action involving Mr Perkins and a decision about Rabaul remaining in Sydney. The readable extract suggests an early act or policy move by a minister and references a transfer or administrative action. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
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