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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 10, 1940
Page
5
Japan Offers to Withdraw Troops in China War
Fragmented dispatch describes Japan offering to withdraw troops from China as part of a broader move amid tension with Chinese Nationalists and Japanese puppet regimes. The report notes allied and central concerns and references locations like Ulsan and central theaters in China.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
Rationing Scheme Sparks Early Public Confusion
London reports on a forthcoming food rationing plan causing surprise among housewives as coupons approach. Officials anticipate limits on butter meat and other items with May government action to curb inflation and ensure wartime supply. Clerical notes suggest clothing materials will be rationed and wool use restricted to preserve civilian needs as suppliers warn of heavy demand in coming months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Woo
Allie
Euppiien
Lord Woolton
Toyi
Lewis
Yorkshire Press
Rations for Men on Leave Reported in London
London dispatch notes military authorities set rations for soldiers on leave. Airdale units, airmen, and personnel in Newfoundland will receive allowances near civil rates. The plan lists bacon and butter portions, and weekly limits for force members, with specific ounce measurements and allowances, reflecting wartime provisioning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Aallora
Newnland
Coun Moat
Coalition Ministers Face Possible Reshuffle Amid Turbulent Week
Unclear reports suggest a reshuffle within the coalition government as factions clash over power sharing. The AP and UCP sources indicate potential elevations and positional shifts in ministerial roles amid ongoing internal disagreements.
Death Sentence Narrowly Bribery Case Narrowed
A court reduced a death sentence to life imprisonment amid bribery allegations. Prosecutors argued for the harsher penalty, while defense highlighted mitigating factors. The decision hinges on new evidence presented by the defense team.
Fragmentary Transcript of Public Inquiry Report
A ruined OCR fragment reports on a state cabinet inquiry into alleged bribery connections with the Milk Board and a 1902- era political controversy. It mentions Justice Gavan Cutty, O Brien near Narrowmine, and a supposed agreement to bribe members with reference to Morri Cullen and John Raward Waleh, plus remarks on the 1903 medical opinions and related political acts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aydney
India
Pases
Albert
Gavan Cutty
Indy O'Bries
Narrowmine
Imprioval
Milk Board
Hiv
Celine
Robert
Junier Morria
Cullen
John Raward Waleh
Inid Biol
Delare
German Finances In Critical State Amid War Strain
Read from Copenhagen papers that Germany faces severe financial strain with Goering potentially directing private funds and savings. Estimates show 42.6 billion marks yearly for war costs plus rising inflation and taxes. Soldiers' pay and family allowances are falling in real value while costs for planes tanks and bombs soar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Ginanken
General Goering
Copenhagen
Politiken
Monta
Anolch
Everest
Embassy In U S A Separate Office Accommodation
Melbourne Tuesday reports changes in Washington and Ber r and Mr Farr case. Auld expects to work on representing Australia in the United States as relations develop. Casey to appoint a new minister in Corles seat before departure. Gauss, 98, named U A Minister to Australia by Wilson. Consul General for Americas Nie ins man of high churester land influence and career san.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Fatisinge
Washington
Berr
Farr
Tian Legation
Auld
Ate. Gauss
U.A
Australia
Ay Peth ‘Wilson
Ube
United States
Adr. Wilson
Corio by election eyed amid party planning in Melbourne
Federal Labour readers prepared to back a by election for Corio following appointee Mr. Cursy the Australian Minister in Washington and MLA Mr. Beasley. Organizing has begun across parties with Mrs J T Winton named as a potential candidate from the Victorian Assembly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aydney
Tuesiay
Labour
Wling
Cotto
Melbourne
Corl
J.T. Winton
Galdeigh
Vicctorian Legislative Assembly
Inter
Australia’s December trade balance shows improved surplus
The December favourable trade balance rose to £4,428,000 with year end near £4,760,000, up from £400,000 last year. Imports contracted while exports rose, aided by reduced imports and commodity values. The Bureau notes not all movements are disclosed, and gold movements remain secret, affecting the overall balance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Alamdnthe Were Vallied [St 200,285,000 Au Wyculhut
Inxporia
Eta
Commonwealth Bureau of [Census and Statistics
Western Front Bulletin Misreads War Dispatches
Fragmented war report notes patrol activity and German claims of enemy casualties. A NZ anti tank battery is mentioned with unclear placement and command statements from the High Command, rendering the piece incomplete and difficult to date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
A. Franch
Meraig
Lofrer
Jordan
New Zealand
Britain
New Zealand Expeditionarie i
Mose-Bietiahe
Health Minister Granted Leave to Join Military Duties
Health Minister Mr Fixe pmans has been granted leave of absence by the State Cabinet to undertake military duties. Mr Fiteaimons, on the reserve of officers, will report for duty in about a fortnight and will be attached to the St Kilda Barracks Melbourne.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Heath
Fixe
Fiteaimons
Bt Kilda
Melbourne
British Farms Cultivating More for National Welfare
Landon Monday reports at a ministerial briefing that farming must expand to boost national welfare. Reginald Dorman-Seath notes ploughing delays due to weather, war demands, and the need for wartime labor, including women, to meet production goals despite ongoing shortages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Landon
Reginald Dorman-Sealth
Imad
Faa
Amy
Corporal on trial for false pretences at court
John Robert Robertson 43 an account ant faced Central Police Court with allegations he posed as an officer to obtain employment and funds from James McKnight at Rutherford and Victoria barracks. McKnight testified Robertson promised favored treatment and repayment, Robertson denied posing as an officer and was fined 68 and ordered to pay 3 pounds 16 shillings in compensation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ing Sen Iimutenant
Jamen McKnight
Omvete
Viclona Tarracks
Wea
Sgainue
John ‘Alexander Rabyrtean
Central Police Court
Darminock
HeKinight
Robertaon
McKnight
Rutherford Camp
Syape
Roberteon
nMoersmaeny al Grete
RapAaon
Germany displeased with Turkey over new Allied pact
London reports Germany bitterly attacking Purkey over the new agreement with the Allies. German editors accuse Turkey of favoring the Allies in foreign policy while Germany resists, noting Purkey’s stance on raw materials Turkey could supply for the Allies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Turkey Ie
Tewig
Germany
Home Defence Sydney enrolment figures show acceptances
The report lists enrolment figures for home defence in Sydney on Tuesday with 5,105 accepted, 306 declared unfit, and 10 classified as temporarily unfit under the compulsory scheme.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Tuesda
Yeaters
Unemployment Figures Decline in London Report
The Ministry of Labour reports changes in unemployed persons and employment levels for December. The figures show temporary stoppages and shifts, with detailed counts compared to November and prior months, highlighting ongoing labor market adjustments in London.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Ministry of Labour
Ship Convoys Effectiveness in War Period
London reports on convoy effectiveness since the war began. Official figures show that Betish site neutral convoys have been attacked by the enemy. two were sunk. British losses last week totaled about 2,700 tons. French Navy now escorts some convoys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Tresay
Betish
Amipr
Amemy Wedlen
Viewein
Lens
Lord Willingdon Arrives in Karachi for Centennial Celebrations
The former Viceroy Lord Willingdon arrived at Karachi on Monday to attend the New Zealand Centennial celebrations. A garbled message notes cabinet activity and mentions unemployment figures amid the transit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Willingdon
Karachi
Lord Wilingdon
Diagneis Byinge
New Zealand
Karschi CC
Tender notices for supplies and accommodation ads
The fragment lists tender details for supply and delivery services including dairy produce and groceries with dates and contact points at the Department of the Exterior Canberra. It also contains multiple classified ads for lodging and board, including terms for rental, boarders, and housework help, with incomplete names and locations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Xptarior
Canberra
Commonwealth Works Direater
Custome Woure
Bydnny
Moorstary
Department of the Mularor
Act
Wa Uchder
Docretany
British Cars Empire Orders More News in Brief
Empire reports British car orders rise as maker exports expand. A London tanker sinking prompts reports of missing crew including the captain. U S authorities deny plot evidence. several train soldiers killed, 18 injured in a collision. London wool market shows demand and price increases while maritime trade between the United States and Europe gains approval for certain routes under Guatemalan and Canadian leviers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Lanker
Pari
Wanhington
Maritime Commission Ham
Tha Mis
Treightere Radian
Man Lucca
Duyers
United State
Europe
Bomb attack damages Londonderry Constabulary HQ
During a back-out incident a bomb exploded at the main entrance of Londonderry Constabulary headquarters injuring 19 people. The blast shattered windows, caused widespread debris, and left part of the facade burning with significant structural damage to the building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Constabulary
Londonderry
Ut 19
Miscellaneous 19th Century Classifieds and Housewares
A cluttered page offers applications and sales notes for farms and businesses. Listings include farm goods, dairies, piano bargains, bookshop catalogs, and a Melbourne Canberra posting. Names like McFarland, Verity Rewitts, and Canbay appear amid prices and contact numbers for sales and services.
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New York
Honda
Batunday
Chamberlain
Quicome
UCP
Royal Commission
Dunnant
Ani Joonignt
Actin
Ted
U.S.A
Corio Seat
WAP
Western Front
Woodgers & Calthorpe Ltd
City
Cook
Turkey
AIR Services
Broshulz
Rewd
Howe
Lanant
Rysntn Chy
Farland Fata
Manly Estate Agency
Bane Cherabee
Gar Civic
A. Times
Mrs. & Cameron
Murray Creecont
Furneaux
Manuks
Werte
Suronne Cotta Tal
Ang
Ymca
Ayarrmwent
Cen Klum
Nachaan'y
Newangency
Tatania
Empire
Aquality
Jun Fice Department
Mulsourne
Tusday
Fed
United Kingdom
NuMeki
Targent
Martie
British Commonwealth
Aunigalla
Burma
Canada
Ceylon
Kira
Gibraltar
Guenney
Mong Kong
Jamaica
Malaya
New Holland
Rhoddale
South Africa
Trinidad
Hulland
Bsat Indien
Portugal
Granit Beitiab
France
Abolois
R.A. Terrorism
Cuiane
Bob Hope
Paulette Goddard
John Beal
Douglas Montgomery
Gale Sondergard
Iafool
Tomortow Deanna Durbin
Piss Bynart Erwin
CIVIC
Tomorrs
Tarzan
Franchet
Ann Sothern
Punch
City News
Joberin
Chernlat
Eason
Granuiee
Gilbert
Hingston
Varity Hewitt
Household Books
Garey
Verity Hewitt
Pike and Campbell
Scrawford Street
Queanbeyan
Turanseyan Snow
Pan
W. J. Gibbs
Ga. Queanbeyan
Vublioaa
N Boon
Ff Drinks
Toe Crane
Bien
Aworetuyy
Rane
Vascots and
Orchard
Fibe Bros
Vicbater
Verity Rewitts
I Cavan
Kingston
PIANO
Ealbalan
McFarland
Gomcé
Businene
Gale
Manuka
Ala
Profe
Impson Lee & Co
Lid Furniture
Wardhousemen
Mywnag
Ality Furniture
Purnia
Supreme Court OF
Serritory
Wilhelmina Schmidt
Tate of
New Bouth
Wales
Cael
Heinrich
Saban Schmidt
Suprems Court of
New Suth Wales
Hove
Mill Court
Imne
Phippard
Proctor
Inasrance Chambers
Jarr Norman
Oalese
Sagar
Nettorg
LT Bent Strant
Rodney
Collingridge
Pattrrson Bymbey
Amelie
Ecu
Almain Rothers
Garane
Lysaght's
Commonwealth
Btarekerperg de Agesti
Lysaght Brothers & Company Pt’), Limited
Mridpe Girer
Ayeney
Mational Airways
Naance
MELB
Ouyne Bieinoutre
Lanves
Byaney Tas
J. WW Bresce
Newt Te Ae
Fem
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