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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 20, 1939
Page
5
Fragmentary text references council department actions, captains, legal relief, and penalties. Contains garbled phrases about residences, years, and payments, with no clear event or identifiable entities due to damage.
Graphic testimony from farmers describes near total losses as flames swept a wide tract near the Murane mountains. Sheep losses run high with hundreds saved, horses shot after injury, and wallabies and pigs perishing. Stock losses are heavy but fencing and water infrastructure face greater damage. Neighbours rally to aid amid the blaze.
The Forestry Commission plans procedural changes to the Darwin-Adelaide air service. Officials consider measures to prevent delays, assure continued operations, and coordinate with aviation supplies and forest department resources amid a fatal crash investigation and ongoing safety reviews.
Goulburn notes cover a proposed semi automatic quickfire gun to aid defence and a cotton conference in Canberra. It reports on a bush fire endangering orchards and calls for rail sleepers to fence orchards. Also details arrests for trespass in Gowburn railway yards and the formation of a Women's Voluntary Services branch at the Town Hall to coordinate emergency activities.
Legal notice issued to creditors and heirs in the will of Damic Mildred Louise Calder late of Lyntard Hall Mundford England. Probate granted by the Principal Probate Registry of the High Court of Justice England on 22 August 1938 may be sealed. claims must be sent in writing to Davies & Woods Prochurd Nayth bourne Avenue City Canberra within fourteen days.
Police at the police court to day charged John Stevano with breaking into a service station and butcher shop. A cut on his hand from glass and blood stained towels tied to the alleged theft were cited as evidence. Stevano pleaded not guilty and was committed for trial.
In Geneva, Poland threatens to walk out of the League of Nations amid tensions with Burckhardt and Germany. Dr Goldmann urges restraint but the dispute lingers, with expectations that Burckhardt may return to the Round Table talks as diplomacy continues.
The minister condemned the lack of warning a week before the bush fires. He likened war to such sudden threats saying it may vanish and reappear without notice. The comment reflects concern over readiness and perceived menace.
After a complaint Constable Doyle told the Central Police Court that heads had been impudent in speaking to witnesses after giving civil duty. Mosley, solicitor for two heads, faced charges as the magistrate raised concerns about the case and released the charge amid doubt. A witness supported the statement, but the magistrate found lingering uncertainty.
Melbourne reports the Defence Minister announced that the Wirraway aircraft ordered by the Commonwealth Government would be ready for use shortly. Work will continue on the remaining 100 machines of the order.
Thursday reviews in Sydney examine the script The Women by Mr Gollan with concerns raised about suitability for stage. Sir Benjamin Fuller says police could prosecute or demand cuts if objections exist, while Mr Gollan appears to be using strong maternal language challenging the production.
Members are invited to bring refreshments on Saturday afternoon as visitors will be present. The Canberra Bowling Club lists many players and teams including Canberra TV Queanbeyan with several names such as Maguire Fry Peters Hammersley and Newman Guthrie.
An elderly German Jew told an inquiry that he could not afford his children's shoes, during a customs declaration dispute over a refrigerator. The Collector of Customs said he would recommend lenient action to the Minister and asked for storage of the refrigerator until a duty of about £12 is assessed.
London wool sales broke records as buyers pushed demand higher amid strong competition. The day’s catalogue listed thousands of bales including notable consignments from Kingston and Civic Stores, with major agents and the South Juln Shakespeare line cited in the official printing.
An assortment of secondhand goods offered for sale includes a pony suitable for city use, several tools and garden items, electric radiators, mats, jam jars, kitchen linoleum, and clothing. Interested buyers are advised to contact the manager by phone for particulars and viewing.
Prague reports Britain has approved another 5000000 loan pounds from a 10 million package to aid 5000 Budaten refugees. The credit is declared to be used for refugee relief regardless of race or nationality and funds directed to resettlement and care.
A Melbourne youth was wounded twice while riding his cycle on a midnight road ride on November 19. Charles Skinner a woodworker was charged with shooting at the cyclist with intent to murder. Skinner claimed self defense after a car stopped and left the scene. The cyclist found later by a lorry driver and treated for a jaw wound. Senior Detective McKeogh reported Skinner’s account and the case proceeded to trial with Skinner pleading not guilty.
The neove wud branch will hold a general monthly meeting at the Friendly Bocrelien Hall. Friday May 20 1998 at 7 p.m. Agenda includes business and nominations for officers for the coming year. All members are urged to attend.
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