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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 14, 1939

Page

2

Canberra News Briefs and Army Training Notes

Reports from Canberra include shooting trial results with Lt. J. S. Cumpsten leading at 121, followed by Lt. N Kruger and Sgt L Ketel. Parade planned for next Tuesday, pay sheet returns extended, plus recruiting training details and a university science congress incident at Hotel Canberra with Dr. Andrews hospitalized after a rainstorm.

J. 8. Cumpsten N. Kruger Bergeant L. Ketel Canberra AL Henrys Rome T. Green Goulburn WO. A. Mellor Rma N.C Andrews New Zealand

Position is Still in Doubt Over London Vote

In London the outcome remains uncertain as officials await results from the polls. Analysts caution that early returns may not settle the position, with the final decision expected later today.

Fragmentary notice references certificate and names

A partial OCR fragment mentions a certificate and names such as Ross and Arantalie with scattered codes like 18 6B 142. Details are unclear but it indicates a legal or official record listing multiple identifiers.

Epiphany church services across Canberra area

Epiphany church services listed for January 15 include St. John's Holy Communion at 8 pm and Morning Prayer at 11 am with Evensong and Sermon by Rev. Fr. Wade at 2:40 pm. In Braddon and North Ainslie parish sections, Holy Communion and Evensong times are noted along with visiting clergy from Sydney and Riverview. Presbyterian, Methodist, Baptist, and Christian Science services follow at various times led by Rev. Turnbull, Rev. MacLeod, Rev. Waldock, and others.

ENG Oo Epiphany St. John's Lord Braddon St. John's Parish Patrick's Causeway St. Francis, Hall St. Christopher's St. Patrick's Sea Causeway Father O'Connell Riverview Ignatius Observatory College Sydney Canberra Bt. Christopher's Presbyterian C. E. Turnbull Forrest A.m C. BE. Turnbull Hew J M. D. MacLeod

Missionary J C Jennison to Preach at Two Services

The Rev J C Jennison a Methodist missionary to Fiji and Arnhem Land will preach tomorrow at the Baptist Church and at the Ainslie Public Hall and YWCA Civic Centre The morning sermon will address the greatest discovery ever and reflect his study as a senior Camden College student The services will involve members of the Science Congress and are set for 11 o clock in the morning at Forrest Church Hall and other venues

Methodist Y Forrest J. C. Jennison South Australia J. Thompson Ainslie Public Hall of Wes Frank Whyte B.A Y.W.C.A. Civic Centre Sargo S T John's Church Methodist Church Fiji Armhem Land Terriory Essence. Congress Waldock Prvices Cowannaa Camden College Ainslie Grenerg Y.W.C.A Science Congress aSee J. Jennison South

Memorial at Lambrigg Tharwa Honors Wheat Breeder James Monday

The Commonwealth Government unveils a memorial at Lambrigg Tharwa in honor of renowned wheat breeder James Monday. A NSW Press Association representative will attend and a public unveiling is planned with tickets and accessible parking and routes via Point Hunt Crossing.

Lambrigg Tharwa James Monday Iterior Mfc New South Wales Country’ ’ Press Association Point Hunt Crossin Im Cogner

International Wheat Conference Sought After Worldwide Meeting

The International Wheat Advisory Committee agreed in principle to convene an international wheat conference with date and venue to be decided. Russia and several European nations expressed strong support, while others accepted principle with minor reservations. A Winnipeg proposal for a research institute on industrial wheat uses was noted.

London International Alsor Winnipeg

Tribute Acknowledges Sir Colin Mackensie’s Institute Work

J H L Cumpston pays tribute to Sir Colin Mackensie former Director of the Institute of Anatomy and asks that he be remembered for his significant contributions to health and fitness research.

Sir Colin Kenzie Free A of J. H. L. Cumpston Colin Mackensie Institute of Anatomy Dr. Cumpston Sir Colin

Jews in Holland Warn of German Influence

A Berlin report notes warnings that Holland faces German influence amid strained relations and anti Jewish sentiment. The piece highlights diplomatic tension and concerns over Jewish safety as events unfold.

Berlin Holland Germany

Gala garden party at Yarralumia hosts many dignitaries

Lord and Lady Gowrie welcomed guests at Yarralumia House grounds for an afternoon event. Attendees included British High Commissioner Sir Geoffrey Whiskard and Lady Whiskard, New Zealand visitors, ministers, and numerous officials, all in formal attire amid a colorful display of outfits and hats.

Yarralumia House Gowrie Yarralumia Winkehurat Sir Geoffrey Whiskard Lady Whiskard Sir John Fiett Lady Fiett T. A'Beckett Lady Masson Sir Francia Anderson Lady Anderson Lee Sir Wilens Lady Clemens Proftt Scott David Rivett Rivett New Zealand D. F. Hobbs Hobbs W. E. Agar Mra Agar Douglas Mawson Jeasica Mawson Pat

Orange Trade and Gosford Embargo Spark Criticism

A. Brown president of the Castral Coast Curine Council accuses the Prime Minister of betraying New South Wales citrus growers over the New Zealand embargo on NSW oranges. He argues the PM favors Tasmanian potato growers over NSW citrus interests.

Y Gosford New South Wales A. Brown Castral Coast Mr. Brown New South Wala

Flour Tax Sparks Action by Morena Bakery Group

Sydney reports a summons for 100 pounds against Morena Pty Ltd bakers, a Hackshalls subsidiary, for refusing flour tax payment. Managing director Mr. Gough says returns were filed on December 21 and a tax assessed at 9 pounds 8 shillings 4 pence, calling the tax invalid. A Canberra visit is noted as part of the challenge. A separate Master Bakers Association resolution protests the tax and urges federal aid to wheat growers.

Sydney Morena Pty Ltd Hackshalls Gough Canberra Mr. Gough Bydney Consolidated Re Master Bakers' Association

Bank governor Montague Norman to Berlin amid loan threat

London city editor reports the Bank of England Governor Montague Norman traveled to Berlin over a threat to denounce the 40 million pound loan. The paper claims he would press for a deal with German authorities led by Dr Schacht.

London Her‘ald’ Glilegen Bank Ofd Montague Norman Berlin Germany Ge Unicas Schacht Rew

Mauce thon Section President Speaker at Science Congress

The morning session at Feld will include worship led by Rev. KR G Arthur and the evening service at Wesley by Rev. J Thomeon as part of the Mauce thon Section events in the Science Congress.

The Science Congress Feld KR. G. Arthur Wesley J. Thomeon

Czechs Seek Loan in London Talks

London reports that Deoter Pospial, head of the Czechoslovak financial delegation, called on Sir Frank Leith Fons, adviser to the British Treasury, to press for a loan. No formal meetings have yet occurred.

London Deoter Pospiail Frank Leith Fons Treasury Toolt Czechoslovaka

Wool rebates expected to boost trade in London

The Wool Federation and Woolcombers Association reached a deal in London to grant rebates. Officials believe the cut will stimulate trade, ease gem charges, and foster market activity across the wool sector.

London Wool Federation Woolcombers Association

Vincent's APC Powders Endorsed for Arthritis Relief

An aged testimonial asserts arthritis relief from Vincent's APC Powders. The speaker claims six years of suffering and notes his daughter also endures joint pains, praising the product as a therapeutic hospital formula and asserting it is genuine and effective.

Vincent A.P.C Ae Ap.c Teciffic Therapeutic Hospital

Simple Exercises for Voices That Charm

A brief guide on voice training to charm listeners. It notes that a pleasant speaking voice gains admiration and offers drills to reduce monotony, move voice forward, and clearly articulate final consonants. Daily practice over a month is advised.

Air Raid Precautions Talk Between Ministers Next Monday

Deputy Premier Mr Bruxner will meet Defence Minister Mr Street in Melbourne to discuss defence questions. Bruxner leads state air raid precautions and seeks clarity on the Federal Government’s share of financial responsibility.

Sydney Bruxner Mr. Street Melbourne

Salad Presentation With Lettuce Cucumber Tomato Radish

A detailed, step by step guide to arranging a vegetable salad in a bowl. Layer lettuce, cucumber and tomato slices with quartered radishes, eschalot stems, egg rings, and tomato cores. Add cornets of beef or tongue filled with greens, decorate with parsley and mayonnaise.

Fairway Fingers a Mystery Pastry Recipe

A historical note describes Fairway Fingers as an original pastry covered recipe. It lists steps to crumble stale cake, moisten, mix with orange peel ginger lemon cinnamon sugar banana, and encase in short pastry to bake into fingers. It suggests serving hot or cold with a cherry and fruit punch combination for six.

Missing Typist Hoax Message From Sandgate Fragment

A note found in a container at Sandgate referred to the disappearance of Miss Magjerie and a government typplet. Police doubt the message, while the claimant says £50 was paid for disposal of Norval’s body, but the note collapses into the water near the bay.

Brisbane Sandgate Magjerie Gelien Amt Theywmiter Norval

Bathing Tragedy Near Wellington Claims Brother

In the New Zealand scene at the Aghley area a bathers party of four men encountered trouble while swimming. One man named Topp became distressed and was rescued but his brother Stanley feared drowned as the body was later recovered.

Wellington N.Z

Also Mentioned on This Page

J. & Cumpsten C.C Pete Sie Sagint Coeeat al Rsnkey Resuta Selam Ross Church Baptist Church A. J. Waldock Christian Science Mather Ae First Church of Christ Bolenth Boston Mase U.S.A Masonic Hall Hotel Karrajong Seach Lasson Liif Christian Science Library Christadelfphians Australian Associated Press Russia Rumania Spain Finland Denmark Italy Sweden Yugoslavia Mr. Maseey National Fitness Activit Tricia Mawson F. Grylls Irene Crespin Muriel Ie Wae R. Sedgwick J. A. Seitz A. J. Sissons Mr. McEwen McEwen J.A. Perkins Mr. Perkins KR. Grimwade A. F E. V. Richardson Richardson J. Pearson Bracegirne Mias P. Parkinson H. Sempers I. Byrne Morris Dodd Professor P. McCallum McCallum G. A. Waterhouse Bakers Lodge Mr. Norman Eka Vibha ZECHS Mr. Bruxner Mr. Lyons
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