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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 18, 1939
Page
2
An old time remedy touts HEENZO for nose throat and chest ailments. It claims quick relief for sore throats coughs and bronchitis with a suggested preparation of sweetened water and concentrated HEENZO. Appears as an informal promotional note from a chemist or store.
In Brisbane on Tuesday, the Mossman Magistrates Court dealt with opium smoking among Aborigines. Sergeant Ronalds testified on local incidents and a Chin man’s involvement. One man named Willie Kong was fined £20 on related charges.
Sir George Simpson told an Albert Hall audience that the last ice age was caused by a rise in solar radiation, not a drop. He warned that a renewed increase in solar radiation could trigger another ice age, ending the current cold dry epoch and ushering in a second interglacial period.
Four main events headline the Canberra Amateur Swimming Club's week carnival at the pool tonight. Top swimmers like J L Davies and P W Clemens are entered, with a 100 yards dash for ladies and men and junior events likely, plus handicap races and a possible water polo contest after the programme.
Mr G L Kesteven of the CSIR fisheries section outlined the inland waters crisis. He cited depleted valuable edible fish, the spread of carp, and the need for scientific management, barriers to fishing, and transplantation to restore and maintain supply. He noted spawning seasons and practical challenges in observing ripe fish and egg placement.
Mr Forsyth of Melbourne University argues population surplus stems from declining international trade and aging demographics. He says freer trade could halt inward streams toward cities and outward migration to empty spaces, noting Germany and others complain of overpopulation amid policy tensions.
A panel on education crediting low teacher pay and decentralisation discusses the Canberra area service, Victoria’s education department, and the role of private and public schools. Browne urges better pay, Seitz cites selection issues, Edwards supports decentralisation while Darling backs cooperation with scholarships, yet opposition from high school heads to public school intake remains.
Minister for the Interior McEwen announced a Cabinet review to crystallise policy for Territory Aborigines at Hobart meetings. He urged anthropological expertise in future appointments and noted a new Native Affairs branch aims to map status and involve Aboriginal land opportunities.
Sydney racing identities W. Kearns and Mr and Mrs W. J. Smith with trainer G. Price were injured in a motor accident at Te Awmutu, near Wellington, while returning from Auckland for a yearling sale. The car struck a culvert and was extensively damaged. occupants escaped with lacerations.
Sydney Tuesday report states the Mayor of Canterbury Council War W. Parry was unanimously chosen chairman of the Byney County Council for 1930. The result reflects strong council support and sets leadership for the coming year.
The Chief Secretary Mr Gollan was asked for copies of two plays The Women showing in Melbourne and Idiot's Delight soon to be released here He objects to expressions and oaths in The Women though some were excised in Melbourne He believes overseas creeping swearing should not be allowed in Sydney.
Report says the trial of former Chancellor Dr Bchusebnigg in Vienna has been dropped. He will be permitted to live in a villa near the city with his wife.
An Australian couple tied the knot in London at Hanover Square. The bride Hermoine Llewellyn wore a silver and white brocade dress with satin sleeves and a slim skirt, as Lon Ranfurly married her in an all white ceremony in the capital.
Nominations for the Oakleigh Plate at Caulfield on February 18 closed today with entries including Consar Royal Prince Brazandl Eastern Maid Lord Bine Senora Lolorua Hash Dolmertor from Folney in Sydney region.
An alluring scent from Johnson’s Baby Powder is promoted as the secret to a fresh, dainty presence for women. Market copy touts the powder as the softest, most delicate item to dust on after a bath, originally created for babies but now used by adults to achieve a flowerlike aroma.
In Melbourne on Tuesday the slated Davis Cup lineup for the Australian team was listed with eight players named including Bromwich Quist Copman Crawford Shwartz McGrathy Turnbull and Jarpar. The report notes the draw for the Australian team and the potential to join if selected, highlighting the candidacy of the listed players for the 1989 squad.
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