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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 11, 1940
Page
4
Local column highlights Dunn, Spiranbayan, Pullich and Bane with Canberra Times mentions, listing notable names from the Queanbeyan district community. No further details provided in readable text.
Local reports flag a shift toward military spending while social service funds remain tight. Citizens question the pace of support as Campbell Metropolitan Water and Beveridge area projects face constraints. The city council notes expenditure reductions and halted loan programs amid broader fiscal strain.
Misa Peters wins top award in Australian Music Examinations Monthly event. Exhibition marks and the grade TL Theory of Music awarded, with high marks and an A grade noted for Peters in the Leaving certificate.
Weather details for Canberra are garbled with mixed figures. The text references temperature readings around 46.9 degrees and an 880 f spec, plus wind values, but the data is unreadable and locally inconsistent.
In a damaged OCR fragment a Moscow Herlin Air Services notice indicates a reluen right will be made on Wachominy with service resuming on January 31. The readable text is incomplete and could not be fully verified.
The Acting Treasurer Mr Spender announced that War Savings Certificates would go on sale around late February. Denominations include £1, £5, £10, with seven year maturity, and purchase prices set to yield simple interest. Purchases capped at 250 certificates per person to favor small investors, with cashing options before maturity at a repurchase price. Certificates would be tax free and transferable, distributed through Commonwealth Bank branches, trading banks, savings banks, and post offices.
An editorial condemns Canberra Works Administration for disorganized planning and underfunded expansion of the consular area. It argues for a unified, steady development program, better use of relief funds, and proactive construction timelines to avoid yearly ad hoc execution and future delays.
A garbled report notes Sir William, Glasgow Melagate, and AYONEY as acting leaders. It cites Prime Ministeral moves to control the flee and other members, naming Austra alr Meier ter today and aAustralian delegation leadership for a forthcoming conference.
Personal note reports Gowrith traveling by train to Bar Camp in the evening, with a stop at Canbarre and a handover of tasks at Gowrith's transit.
London reports welcome support from dominions as Britain seeks unity against German aggression. Prime Minister Chamberlain notes sacrifice and moral backing, while concerns rise over displaced children returning to towns amid ongoing wartime complications.
Prime Minister and WR Cameron held talks in Melbourne during a visit to Adelaide. The leader declined to say how worthwhile the trip was and gave few details on whether talks touched on a composite ministry or other political matters. He noted two conversations with Cameron on various positions.
Admiral Stark told the Naval Affairs Committee that up to 100000000 dollars may be spent in Guam to dredge seaplane runways and build a breakwater. He noted Congress may resume work after prior cutbacks, and warned that 450000-ton ships with 18 inch guns and 35 knot speed would be among the largest built by any nation, while expressing doubt about much larger ships.
Brisbane reports a flying doctor from Australian Inland Mission Dr Alberry and two others are missing after their Qantas Alp Services aircraft vanished en route from Gregory Downs to Burke Town. Search has begun though no trace of the party or their two wireless pedals has been found. The route lies over open country with limited chance of quick radio contact.
The article outlines the appointment of Mr Gauss as United States minister to Australia. It mentions Mantua and Mania Bulle in relation to the posting and describes the central importance of the role within the broader policy program.
A disrupted trans Tasman air plan is outlined with long term and temporary contracts. Officials say a flying boat from England will be loaned as a temporary service while negotiations with Australia and New Zealand governments continue amid war conditions.
The government advances an urgent consular block project for Genbarra with plans for 12 months occupancy, but no allocations exist this year for roadwork, ex-sentin, or housing. Negotiations for reciprocal diplomacy continue amid limited housing and interim funding pursued by the Work Department. Representatives have visited Saphoria seeking information on the coular area and subdivision surveys.
A fragile tale follows an Indian prince under Nawab orders, seeking officer training in England amid wartime duties. His guardian, Mayor Neybury, faces a reply stressing loyalty to the Nawab and country, as authorities discuss price control and global trade amid wartime pressures.
Britain may not require large wheat imports this year as Prime Minister memos that Australia holds vast stocks and has not shipped any wheat yet. Australia reports accumulations and potential export limits, with decisions to be clarified at the Prime Minister’s conference.
Sydney reports a government bid to intensify shipbuilding in Australia amid acute shipping shortages. The Minister for Customs and Acting Minister for Supply pledge full support, with plans for a large scale programme domestically. A proposed 10-3 company seeks state backing to expand yards and create thousands of jobs, including warship and freight vessel production, possibly using offshore areas or alternative docks.
Tokyo dispatch reports Marquis Okuma leads the Atonga Group as Japan prepares for the 2600th anniversary celebration of the empire foundation, with plans lined up for the commemorative events and ceremonies.
In Victorian style prose the committee considers proposed provisions of the Commonwealth Act as a plan for venue works and fines. A further meeting will decide details and potential delays or outcomes for taxation and project timing.
Ambiguous OCR text references Lord Willingdon at Calcutta and centennial celebrations. The readable fragment notes a British government role and a visit or address, but crucial details like date, event name, and full context are missing.
In England, Commissioner and the Dominions Secretary will visit the HLAK coast when the undead wquadeon has been attached. They will attend church and meet Andiese Aum ratlag and Man alte ion. Bruce will entertain at the Anatem hour, and a concert for the Austrian lane is offered with a programme including Ser iclues, Lanot Fairfax, and Mine Juez Hammad among others.
Melbourne discussions at a teachers conference centered on the number and effects of the dead sna. An remedial measure was proposed to address school moving. A proposal suggested talent limits up to 18 years.
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