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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 10, 1939

Page

2

Canberra Agency Names and Local Listings Among City Firms

A garbled OCR list shows Canberra area firms and agencies with multiple names and partial titles. It mentions Jackson's Newagency, Gilbert's Newengency, Kingston firm, Queanbeyan contacts, and various individuals such as Mrs Johnson and J Arthur, indicating a directory or notice of local businesses and agents in Canberra and surrounding towns.

Canberra McGlade City Capitol CNY “Times Jackson Johnson Westridge Brill Westalge Newagency Tingston Gilbert Kingston Nicholson Dunienon RH Prown Tall J. Dal Molongia Cniw

The Canberra Times Advertisement Rules and Rights

Advertising in The Canberra Times carries conditions. The proprietors accept no responsibility for non insertion and may alter or omit ads paid for if objectionable. Ads must be endorsed by the person responsible. adherence to copy deadlines and correct formatting is required.

Canberra Times Avery Care Nfon Canberra Federal Capital PR OF Australia Ltd Canber

Weather Observations The Queanbeyan Rain Record

Reported rainfall and temperatures for the current period at Queanbeyan. Data include a maximum temperature of 202.8 degrees and a minimum around 70 degrees, with wind and rainfall details noted for several times.

Queanbeyan

Australian Norman Von Nida Wins Open Golf Championship

Norman Von Nida of Australia wins the Open Golf Championship with an aggregate total of 202. Manilla hosts the event as the champion posts the low score to capture the title.

Manilla Monfay Norman von Nida Australia

Governor Leaves Government Hall in Canberra Report

An exchange reports the departure of His Excellency the governor from Government Hall in Canberra. The Right Honourable Lord Srampton moves to Government House. Mentions include Miss Pamela Arm and Mrs Joan Darling in the surrounding note.

New Auth Walon Cord Wakebrat Government Hall Lord Srampton Government House Canberra Pamela Armand Joan Darling Huye

New Proposals for Settling Dalfram Wharf Dispute

Police inquiry into alleged unprovoked laborer assault at Port Kembla Dalfram wharf. five hour interview in Wollongong. Federal Attorney General Menzies reportedly has new settlement ideas, but men intend to refrain from licenses and pig iron loading for Japan.

Saunders Sydney Wollongong M0 Menzies Port Japan

South Australia Reach 280 In Second Shield Test

South Australia trailed Queensland by 206 at stumps, 1 for 280, after a bold reply in the Sheffield Shield clash at Brisbane. Openers Whitington and Ridings stood firm, adding 107 with free scoring, while Bredman’s brisk innings electrified the crowd of about 12,000 as SA eye a potential win.

Arisbane South Australia Queensland Queen Olal Fenings Whitington K. Ridings Laninga Huciegs Bredman Brisbane

Immunisation value of attack against diphtheria

In Sydney on Monday the debate over diphtheria immunisation drew comment from Senator Fol care. Dr Stemler claimed serum risks, but health officials refuted the claim that serum came from diseased animals. Officials stressed immunised children and the department’s aim to protect public health.

Queensland W. A. Browne Ridings Waite Pee Cook Cotton Sydney T. Allen E Ward Australia D. Rogers Max D. Tallon G. Baker K. Ridings Gofation Fed Seaeevee Dixon B Stemier Newi J Health Department Bas Fol de. Stemler Drew

Commission names for Canada inquiry include three senior figures

The commission will consist of Sir Hardman Lever, head of the recent Canada commission, Sir Donald Banks, and Air Marshal Sir Arthur Longmore. Other experts will be announced shortly. Sir Arthur Longmore was born at St Leonard's in Sydney but educated in England.

Hardman Lever Canada Donald Banks Arthur Longmore Sir Arthur Longmore St. Leonard's Sydney England

Imports Control N Z Policy Sparks London Concern

A British and New Zealand trade dispute emerges as New Zealand imposes import bans on British goods. The Birmingham Chamber of Commerce and Britain's industry groups express alarm while NZ unions seek licenses to bring in raw materials. Wellington manufacturers warn of possible shutdown without more iron imports.

London Federation of Birth Indantries New Zealand Birmingham Chamber of Commerce Birmingham Munfacturyra” Union Britain Bryant Dominion Wellington N.Z C. HL Harrison Germany

Territorial ambitions in Europe under Hitler risk new crisis

European statesmen fear a spring crisis as Hitler signals possible new demands and eastward moves. Memel Danzig and Schleswig loom as potential pressure points while Alsace Lorraine remains unlikely. A bold four power pact among Munich Powers could offer peace or hint at a broader drift toward conflict.

Herr Hitler Germany Europe Alsace Lorraine France Poland Czechoslovakia Hitler Munich

Duke of Kent Melbourne Proposal for Gov House Move

Melbourne City Council will consider Dr Carlyon proposal to loan a home for the State Governor for three years and transfer Government House to the Duke of Kent. He would seek Federal involvement to cover alterations and maintain the Governor’s residence during the period.

Melbourne ND. Carlyon Teaus Duke of Kent Maruals Government House

Recruiting Appeal Hits Sydney During Great War Campaign

An alert from Sydney Friday January 13 announces a recruiting drive as part of a nationwide Great War campaign. The appeal promises soldiers will tour the city with speakers and demonstrations including anti aircraft guns and field weapons.

Sydney Diggent

Share Hawking and Parlor Talk Prompt Veiled Education Plan

In a murky exchange the report notes ministers and officials discussing a new education initiative. Mentions vague terms like “fogltan ime” and “share awking,” with minimal concrete details. Names and places are obscured by garbled text, leaving the core action unclear.

Maintaining of Industries in Australia Motors

Announcement by the Electricity Supply Association of Australia opposes assisting in the Government fence scheme and signals welcome in government circles. A visit by Minister for Defence representatives is expected to confer with association and defence department officials. The main aim is to ensure power serviceability in wartime across the Commonwealth.

London Sunda Air Ministry Air Commission Australia Sydney Electricity Supply Association of Australia Mulcome J Sydnay Defence Steeli Memhara

Releasing of Gold and Currency Reform in UK

The Daily Mail predicts a Treasury plan to move 350 million pounds of gold from the Bank of England to the Exchange Equalisation Fund as part of a broad currency reconstruction to revitalize markets and pave the way for a defence loan. The move, seen as strategic by Sir Freddie Phillips, faces international scrutiny amid concerns over sterling's strength and European economic tensions.

London Daily Mail Treasury Bank of England Exchange Equalization Fund Fredrick Phillips

Militia Drive Aims For 200 New Recruits In Canberra

Canberra seeks 200 new militiamen before the February camp as the final drive of the recruitment rally continues at headquarters. Acting Recruitment Chairman Mr. Andrews urged young men to enlist now to secure uniforms and training, with 12 days’ camp near the coast and pay protection during service.

Frst Canberra Omer Battalon Andrews Earla Defence Department Cabinet ATC Commonwealth Canberra Chamber of Commerce

Lyons Warns Wells on War Risk in Melbourne Comment

Prime Minister Lyons urged extra care in replies to H G Wells saying actions or statements that edge toward war must be handled with caution. He noted certain remarks affronting nations risk provoking threats to world peace and called for restraint in responding to such critiques.

Melbourne Mr. Lyons H. G. Wells Lyons

Thieves Loot 225 From Leichhardt Bread Company

Weekend burglars forced an electric door at the Automatic Breadbaking Co in Leichhardt. They carried 225 in notes and cheques on a lorry to the storeroom 40 feet away, then forced a window and lowered inside to seize the cash and instruments.

Sydney Automatic Breadbaking Co Leichhart Tnt

Alice Springs Hospital Petrol Costs Rise and Death Sentence Stands

The report notes a new hospital cost increase for Alice Springs and Melbourne linked transport. A death sentence stands for William Johneon, 40, convicted of murder in the Northern Territory. The Government plans a possible execution in a fortnight, with Johneon to be flown from Melbourne to Darwin for the sentence.

Melbourne Ifonday Alice Springs Commonwealth Des Interior Thamee William Johneon Ewen Ballarat Cere Johneon Robert Mecourt Gray Byoney Northern Territory Sydney Rupert Adam Abbott Dee Jon Darwin Alice Bydney Capes Penial Awileen ‘Territory Administration Lem

Fire Destroys Shops in Yenda Yenda Main Street

A Sunday fire swept through several shops on Yenda Yenda's main street causing about £8000 damage. Heavy rain and shifting winds helped limit the loss. Volunteer firemen battled the blaze to salvage petrol depots and prevent further spread.

Yenda Saonday

Attack on Hungarian Border Reported Near Ungvar

Budapest on Monday reports say disciplined troops and irregulars attacked a frontier post near Ungvar, burning three houses amid gunfire. The League Commission is investigating the incident.

Budapest Tnim Omergily Ungvar Barber League Commission

Japan seamen desertion case at City Court

Eight seamen from the City of Delhi appeared at the Central Court on Saturday charged with desertion. They pleaded guilty and were ordered to return to the ship and pay one day’s wage as a poor relief charge. They claimed insufficient clothing to endure the cold and that eight months remained on contract. Abdul Somet faced continued disobedience charges and received 14 days and 15 days pay costs. The vessel later sailed with crew aboard.

Sydney Delhi Baturday Cena Chargod Amblia Abdul Somet

Minster warns councils to prep for bush fires

Minister Spooner appeals to the Minister for Works and Local Government for urgent action to prevent bush fires. He says waiting for fires is unacceptable and calls on councils, especially those without brigades, to complete plans. Bush fire brigade captains have wide powers to enter property and remove objects when needed.

Sydney Minster For Works and Local Government Spooner Tha Counella

Japan clamours for closing of police station

The Daily Herald reports Japanese leaders demand stern measures after the British sector police station in Shanghai is shut following accusations of connivance with Chinese gunmen robbing Westerners returning from the Columbia Job. Japanese complain police barriers were removed while foreigners say an outlaw gang operates on the outskirts of the retirement.

Daily Herald Columbia

Death of Canberra Youth Marks Tragic Day

An ambiguous report records the death of a Canberra youth, Stepien, aged 10, after a New Year’s motor incident. Acting city coroner Ar C Wood noted evidence, with injuries from a motor vehicle collision leading to Staples’ fatal injuries. The fragmentary text suggests a fatal accident involving a child and nearby witnesses.

Rydney Mouaay Stepien Casberca Ar. C Wood

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