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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 19, 1939

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Disciplinary Action Sought for Goebbels Amid Nazi Scandals

London report from Daily Telegraph Berlin correspondent claims rumors link Nazi minister for propaganda Dr Goebbels to scandals but warns he is not pivotal to regime. Cabinet may cut army and building expenditures. finance minister opposition to tax rises could force deep cuts. Potential army spending down by about 40 percent and building outlays by 30 percent.

London Prepaganda Goebbels Anya Berlin Daily Telegraph Rer Gult Rozent Goebfelt Goebbelm Nawi Ytla Hart Gril

Conspiracy Arrests Reported in Brisbane Case

A Brisbane court hearing today linked two Sydney men to a large scale conspiracy to defraud the Produsory and Fennenl Winance Corporation. Detectives said the men, including a company director, allegedly conspired with others to obtain about £9,450. Police remanded one suspect to Sydney while other details remain under investigation.

Aydiney Sydney Ton Woolcatt Borner Annanssry Bombay Brishane Winraid Douglas Jowett Hush Will Jubis Wonteatt Fortes Bush New South Wales Forbes Produsory Fennenl Winance Corporation

Discussions at Rome Inform Cabinet of Talks

London reports Prime Minister continues talks with ministerial colleagues in Rome. The Foreign Secretary Lord Halifax and others discuss the Geneva notes and expected cabinet briefing in weekly meetings.

London Tueaday Malcolm MarDonaiay Ramuel Honyn Lord Hulifwed Geneva Chambarlain Andy Halltwe Rome

Britain fears more sabotage in the pawned months

Police arrest seven men as Home Office says further sabotage attempts are likely across Britain. Guards were posted at power stations gas works railways and the Midland radio station after bombings attributed to Irish Republican Army terrorists. Detained men include Michael Campbell Patrick Devine Patrick Wolnh Joseph Brewered Dens hia Duggan and Patrick OConnell.

London Home Office Britain Irish Republican Army Midland Droitwich Michael Toy Campbell Belfaat Patrick Devine Duck Mee Patrick Wolnh Joseph Brewered Denshia Duggan Patrick O'Connell Campbell Treland Uhrar Houke Midlanda Toles Hall Warwickthine

London raid precautions reviewed by Lord Chancellor and council

In London on Tuesday, officials from the Landon County Council and the London Boroughs discussed raid precautions. Lord Justice Sir John Anderson reviewed proposals as authorities seek clearer guidance amid ongoing wartime security measures.

London Tandon Lord Iurey Sir John Anderson Landon County Council Conatrie Ilemeson

Melbourne transcription misreads spark modern stage debate

A fragment from a Melbourne item quotes Mrs Frank and Mr Gollan on stage reform. The director cites views of the Chief Secretary about rights and norms in Australia, noting a conflict over what constitutes proper conduct on stage.

Melbourne Pingu Gollan Thorn Ausralia

Air Force Reserve opens enlistment for auxiliary forces

The Air Ministry announced a program to bring back former Auxiliary Air Force personnel. Applicants under five percent will be accepted, with enlistment limited to two years and potential deployment to France.

London Tusaay Air Ministry Mer Iy Fores Thor

Sydney Post Office Million Pound Project

The general of postal services, Sir Marcy Brown, announced that a million pound project was needed for telephonic and telegraphic facilities across Australia. Faulty systems caused demand for upgraded infrastructure, with Sydney to lead the next stage and tenders to be called for building on adjoining property.

Sydney Cirecial General of Postal Servicen Sir Marcy Brown Australia Bydney Rmoin

Deputyship talks edge toward joint British shipping policy

London reports the president of the Board of Trade, Mr Oliver Binley, receiving a deputation of shipowners. They urged unified policy support to maintain brave shipping and prompted renewed government assurance of prompt consideration in Parliament.

London Board of Trade Oliver Bianley Oliver Binley

Fire prevention push seeks water supply for forests

A. G Blaxland urged a half mile wide fire break and larger water systems to protect forests and settlements. He argued cost should not block adequate water, noting bush fires in New South Wales and urging shelters as part of broader prevention efforts amid ongoing drought and rainfall updates. The discussion touched on water pumping distances to Kalgoorlie and Conlgeyie and warned of moral effects on settlers.

Pravantion A. G Blaxland Elenos Ihe Blaxland Jasnsy New South Waton Blasiland Ous Kalgoorlie Conlgeyie Alaxland Idgy Cspirit Forestay School Parligient

Organization blamed for bush fire spread in New South Wales

Premier Stevens attributed the recent bush fires in New South Wales to activities by local groups and organisations hindering firefighting efforts. He named government municipal and community bodies as part of the so called organisation, saying they acted to prevent fires but may have curtailed response actions.

Sydney Wednasaay Stevens New South Wales Andy Hive Gouuella Lou

Franco presses on to Barcelona in Catalan campaign

London dispatches report a rapid Nationalist advance from Cervera toward Barcelona. Franco’s troops capture villages near the front and threaten Igluada from the southeast. Republican forces recapture key junctions near Cervera as refugees flood Tarregoac and Barcelona. Berlin and Paris comment on non intervention with France aiming to stay neutral while acknowledging mixed pressures from Italy and Germany. General Zambra wounded, Franco’s forces push to hold ground along the new defensive line.

Paris M. Flandin Chamber of Depution Fratiog Spain Italy Bink France Britain Flandin Blum Madrid

Plane controls London statement by Imperial Airways and Armstrong Whitworth

A company statement from Imperial Airways and Armstrong Whitworth Aircraft outlines operations as three months pass with aircraft active on passenger and mail service in Europe and the India route.

London Imperial Airways Armabrong Whitworth Ciaey Europe

Air Defence Plans for Dominions in Imperial Programme

London reports the Air Minister Sir Kingsley Wood outlining a plan to involve Australia and New Zealand in imperial air defence. The programme includes new aircraft control systems, extended supply lines, and joint development with Canada, with autumn readiness and Australian New Zealand project involvement. Melbourne notes Defence Minister stating Britain’s Air Mission will visit Australia to discuss local aircraft manufacturing.

London Kingsley Wood New Zealand Canada Imperial Air Defence Melbourne

Australian jockey Harold Jon Calcutta wins four on day

An Australian jockey named Harold Jon Calcutta rides to four victories in a single day, including the Cup winner, as reported. The event marks a remarkable performance with multiple wins across races.

Harold Jon Calcutta Endo

Carelessness With Fire Alleged in Grafton Court

Glyn Williams, a stock inspector at Rajway Gully, was remanded at Grafton District Court today on a charge of alleged carelessness with fire. In December he allegedly ignited inflammable material within 100 yards of grass, resulting in property damage. He pleaded not guilty.

Pig Iron Dispute Overshadows Port Kembla Talks

Port Kembla reports show unions pressing for terms that would end the pig iron dispute with emphasis on licensing for waterside workers. Attorney General Menzies warns against unilateral abatement and notes licences would persist, halting reintegration unless terms are settled. Trade Union Movement backs waterside workers as meetings prepare fresh moves toward resolution.

Port Kembla Union Rirelog Vin Thie Seomely Weteretle Eeerkint Slispute Menzies Omininis A.c.tu Commonwealth Sydney Miawarra ‘ Labour Council Best Utoel Abbout Melbourne Weunostay Mengien

Arabs Plan to Solve Palestine Problem in Cairo

An Arab conference presided by Prime Minister Mahmud in Cairo hints at sending Arab leaders to London to influence Palestine talks. Delegates from Syria, Transjordan, and other Arab states discuss presenting a united front to London while health and travel issues complicate the journey.

Cairo Premiey Mahmud London Chamberlian Yeo Mahmish Palestine Matmud Heaith Karr Lewinter Bytik Ara Btates Cowman Dalegstes Hine Wareuk Palestina Teta Beirut Laton

England ready to act on Palestine future plan

London conference failed to yield an Arab Jewish agreement Britain will table a detailed plan for Palestine at the next Council session. R A Buller reports Britain aims to present a comprehensive scheme if talks collapse. The Geneva dispatch notes Britain’s readiness to act.

Geneva R.A. Buller Mandala London Britain Patesting

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