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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 17, 1940

Page

6

On the Air To-Day

Radio listings detail a busy schedule with musical acts and talks. Highlights include Matjomal Band, a service at 11.00, and an afternoon lineup featuring performers from various regions. A promotional note references a forthcoming discussion on entertainment guidance and public interest topics.

Bouton Dotiue Horna Nsw Rasume Adaien Coltige Muncreit Muncrélf Saaacie Wits Dim Devitastis Tae Ea Arnt Sar Roves Wemanibers Te Savanensia Liwal Jankine Biscteic Jack Mylton Dabartalia

Timber price regulation update by Commonwealth Prices Commissioner

The Commonwealth Prices Commissioner announced future retail timber prices for Melbourne metropolitan markets. A public regulation order sets maximums, reflecting postwar costs and material scarcity. Minister for Trade and Customs noted price increases in timber lines and stated the new cap applies to sales of timber material nationwide.

Asvostation Seybourne Lowaon Commonwealth Prices Commissioner

Railway figures show revenue and freight ton rise

Railway figures for the period indicate total revenue around 11,000,000 with freight tonnage increasing. The third quarter results reflect gains in both revenue and tonnage, according to the official statement.

Natutician

Australian automotive factory plan aims to boost industry

In Melbourne and Victoria a government backed push to form an Australian Consolidated company to build cars was outlined. Mr Lawson said the venture would purchase from established Australian makers at fair prices and support engineering industries while guarding dollar exchange through import restrictions.

Melbouirne ueAlagiativen Autogiobile “Chamber of Gemmerce Yariily Anv Aloe Lawuon

Bush Fire Ignites Tasmain Creek Vicinity T

A brush fire in the Tidbinbilla area of the ACT spread briefly after a strike from lightning. Firefighters arrived promptly and contained the blaze, with mopping up ongoing overnight. A number of men remained stationed to ensure control through the night as the fire was expected to be fully contained by morning.

Korentry Thia Ares Alan

Readers Views The Canberra Waiter Farewell Canberra Troops

A Canberra Welfare Association arranged a farewell dinner in Liverpool for second ALF members serving away from home. The letter criticizes turnout and funding, notes 14 Canberra volunteers were unable to attend due to duty, and urges future functions be held in Canberra to allow parents and community to show support.

Canberra Canberra Pines Liverpool ALF Canberra Welfare Association Wolding Tn Riporin O. Tyavel Sydney Banberis Ao

New Zealand Eyes Flying Boat Service to Auckland

A stuttering report describes New Zealand seeking a flying boat service between Australia and New Zealand to bolster defense. It notes a minister or official arriving in Auckland and hoping the service would field regular Tung Bofors defense fire, reflecting wartime aims.

Sydney Ajatral New Zealand Auckland

Mineral Survey North Australia War Work Reveals Wealth

A wartime geological survey in Western Australia and Queensland reports rich ore deposits including tungsten nickel and mercury in Hammersley Ranges and Creeks of central Australia. A three year program costs about £260000 with £10000 spent so far and government approval anticipated for continued extension due to strategic value.

Guncen Cenlemn Hammersley Ranges Queensland Na Anyones Iva Tayfaiai Anthony Janalin

Soldiers in Camp Sydney Weekends in City

Soldiers from various towns occupy AML Jeawe for the Ye Veen Bri Jade event. Officers urge quiet as troops roam the city during weekends. Each night 20 percent of camps are granted leave until 10 p.m. Weekends begin Saturday at midday and end Sunday night with limited full-weekend leave.

Sydney Twawy Cary Ingtobavn

Technical School Exams and Contingent Drainage Claims

Candidate names from various districts face examinations tied to a drainage contract. The list includes Merbert Hearne George Makin and others with roles in pipe laying timbering and related works. Proceedings reference Arsond Amore Willis Roburtaon and Randall Beadman among participants.

Merbert Hearne George Makin Aindunes Robertwot Pass Thome Stewart Donald Walls Robert Norton Neville Lee Amore Willisin Roburtaon Thomas Auuting Willis McKerran Lan Astetli Istriente Jertai Arnold Helsan Allen Neannis Peusselt Beadman Arnold Holvon Milton Hobiday Allen Romanin Flyesell Eadnur

Silverfish Control Mil Method

A council developed an effective silverfish control method using flyspray with bait balls of starch and barlum mucilage. Officers supervise large scale extermination efforts across departments, targeting common infestations in urban areas.

Council of Belentific

X RAY EXAMINATIONS FOR TB TESTING

Defence authorities plan X ray examinations at Molborough Tuemtny Hocoure to check for tuberculosis among AL Yeerula. The service will cost about 30 per month with extension possible to Navy and other forces. Criteria delayed due to unexamined members and training, and machine manufacture issues may prevent tests.

Mmolbourit Tuemtny Hocoure AL Yeerula Jie Mikely Navy

Ministers of the ALP set to keep comprehensive records

Tuesday records outline that ALP ministers will maintain extensive personnel records. The Army Minister Mr Street announced offices will be set up to handle personal records, casualty lists, graves, registrations, reinforcements, prisoners of war, and postal inquiries. Publication will be controlled by army headquarters until next of kin receive communications.

Mrblequane ALP Army Mr. Street Verde Nad

Performing Rights Association Powers Challenged Amelbourne

The Postmaster General announced that the government challenges the Australasian Performing Rights Association authority to collect broadcasting fees. The dispute centers on whether royalties for performances are required under current agreements, with arbitration or negotiation proposed but not yet agreed.

Pucniays Posmastor-General Harrison National Broadcasting Hivrisiy Sais

Liner Merkury Runs Aground Off Northern Territory Coast

Early today the liner Merkury ran aground on rocks off the Northern Territory coast. Burn, Philip and Co report heavy cargo and a large passenger deck. its owners say another freighter will attempt to haul the vessel off the rocks.

Bydney MerkUry Terriory Burn Philp

Death Of Boy Avy. Chicunistanese Health Scare Reported

A confused OCR fragment describes a funeral death at a private hospital on December 2 and an apparent medical misstep. The report cites the surgeon, hospital, and authorities as the case references a private facility and potential investigative actions.

Fa Armatrong Thie Hndster Muboe Hivaich Marvin Aulleriig Fron Kent Donald Cattle Janme Privintay Hospital Tine Fuller Willy Te Anwar P

Tax Fraud Allegation In Sydney Court Case

A man named Tuosoy Ball faced a Police Court hearing on fraud charges for omitting to pay £91 to the Taxation Commissioner. The case references funds received from William John An ire Hay Wan and involves alleged misappropriation related to waving. Ball was committed for trial on the charge.

Sydney William John Anire Hay Wan

Canberra Public Service Branch conference agenda details

The Canberra branch outlines plans for the Commonwealth Public Service Conference in Melbourne with delegates Frank Meer and W J Swart guiding Canberra’s input. It seeks a permanent assistant secretary, examinations in accountancy, library and study facilities, and potential extension of Postal Institute courses to government officers.

Husaysa Laval Aeafigh Frank Meer Ranch Werstary W. J Swart Uualatant Canberra Betvien Cahber'e Uie Postal Institute Ihe Wi AL Une Tast Central Executive Afd CommonWealth “Service Organization Commonwealth Pukce Public Service Morenger Canberra -Itagopjoo

Ascot Jumpers Plat Mate Attracts Wide Field

In a crowded card at Ascot two jumpers show potential as diverse entries from Rives Bawy to Grimvenor and Bande Proval. Weaker lines suggest a midfield struggle with pay and pacing issues while early odds hint at a tight finish.

Rives Bawy Gees Loeit

Bowling City Club Pennant Race Highlights

Amid a crowded schedule city club action dominates the pennant scene with home matches set to boost standings. Key players Fos Winey Chalien Turin Howe Groome Fawesti Bick Rom Falcone Mons Lamb Boon Jas ons Bassett and arti are listed in the lineup as the carnival week unfolds and teams prepare for Mundy week matches.

Pennant Goulburn Fos Winey Chalien Turin Howe Groome Fawesti Bick Rom Falcone Mons Lamb Boon Jasons Bassett Arti Challe Snc Heck

Manrico Autumn Carnival Announcement and Schedule

Fragmentary OCR notes describe an autumn carnival featuring Manrico with events, parades, and performances. Mentions dates and times, but many words are garbled. this item appears to be a community notices fragment with planned activities and participation details yet to be clarified.

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