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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 23, 1940

Page

3

Government orders 7000 vehicles for war effort

Minister Sir Frederick Stewart announced rapid progress in munition and vehicle production across Australia. About 1000 vehicles including motorcycles heavy lorries and trucks have been delivered with orders valued at £2,500,000. Factories and private concerns expand to boost prewar supplies for Britain, with employment rising and new plants at Mascot and Footscray aiding the war economy.

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Militia Training Costs Hit Nine Million Pound Mark

Fragmented OCR outlines a 9 million pound expenditure over four months for militia training and defence measures. It cites equipment, ammunition, maintenance, and related costs as part of a broader Second Army plan, with figures and terms difficult to fully parse.

Fragmented 19th Century Health and Transport Notes From City District

A garbled report mentions infectious disease notifications in Gill urn City Halls Inspector’s annual tally, plus a railway accident, ambulance dispatch, and hospital transfer. It references Mr A Nogann and dated events around 1999, with scattered names like Janine Hawes and Vayu Pulte, and mentions road and rail disruptions and a missing coherent storyline.

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Water charges waste alleged at Parliament House

At Advisory Council meeting Mr Percival claimed the Department of the Interior cut city water use by six percent to conserve during dry weather and reduce recreation and reserves consumption. He noted charges for water for parks and gardens and questioned the need for costly future efficiency measures. The discussion touched on potential new supply options and the strain on municipal water services.

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Education costs rise in New South Wales report

Sydney reports higher education costs and government spending, noting increases across technical and general education. Officials cite annual conference discussions on public expenditure, with figures suggesting substantial budget growth and future alignment with government aims.

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Three Kid Led Tree Rashes? Mother's Escape From Debris

A tragic Sunday incident reports a mother escaping wreckage after a blast in a borough. Three children, Mia aged 3 and Violet, plus two others, suffered injuries during the debris collapse. Authorities described a dangerous scene with rumors of delays and emergency responses.

Under Control as Fires Burn Across Large Area

Firefighters battled widespread blazes in a rural district as flames roared through a wide area. The weather hindered containment but crews reported progress as winds shifted and a light rain began to ease the danger.

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Conspiracy Case Echoes at City Court Hearing

A lengthy conspiracy trial unfolds with witnesses examined at Central Court Ten. Prosecutors allege interstate links and complex coordination among groups led by figures including Bruce Walker and Anytin Lame, with documents seized as key evidence. The defense challenges the scope, while multiple defendants face charges tied to the alleged plot and its overseas connections.

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Powder Factory Work To Be Resumed In Windon

Accord ing to the ministry a minor explosion injured three workers at a powder factory in Windon. The blast caused partial damage to a building and left one man in hospital with light injuries. Authorities view the incident as a reminder that safety rules must be strictly enforced.

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Sweden Adopts Convoy Strategy Amid Baltic Tensions

The Swedish government announces a convoy policy to protect shipping routes through the Baltic. Reports mention the Aaland Islands, Gothenburg, and Stockholm as key locations, while German radio notes suspensions affecting naval operations in the Belt Straits.

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