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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 25, 1939

Page

4

Harrington and Staples Obituaries Express Thanks

Harrington Jd Harrington of 22 Causeway and the Harriington and Harrington family convey heartfelt thanks for tributes and telegrams after their bereavement. Staples family of Griffith Canberra also thanks friends and relatives for sympathy cards telegrams and floral tributes for their beloved son and brother Leslie.

Harrangton Harrington Causeway Ihe'tate Kevin Harrington Staples Mr. Braplew Griffith Canberra Lelie

Weather Report From Canberra Improvised Readout

The Canberra weather note shows a barometer around 29.88 inches, mid day temperatures near 88.6 degrees and a 76.4 degree daily high. Humidity readings vary from 29.2 percent in the morning to 65.0 percent later, with wind values listed poorly in the fragment.

Canberra Aoe

London to Cape Motoring Feats Across Sahara

Two motorists from London completed a 10,290 mile journey to Capr ions in three days four hours. They crossed the Sahara covering 2266 miles in that span, with Symons and Browning detailing the trip to Lord Ruifeld. They claim an army reach to Nigeria by road in a little over a week.

London Symons Browning Caprions Sahara S Ymons Lord Ruifeld Johanneatry Nigeria

Submarine Exercise Off Sydney Tests Australian Navy

Royal Australian Navy volunteer reserve units join a naval drill near Sydney as Phoenix the submarine, leased from the Royal Navy China squadron, attempts to slip out past Sydney Heads to evade detection while Australian crews practice sonar and visual search to locate it.

Sydney Phoenix Royal Naval China Royal Australian Navy Folunteer

England Birth Rates Provisional 1988 Highlights New Low Infant Mortality

The Minister of Health announced provisional 1988 birth and infant mortality rates in a Norwich speech. Infant mortality fell to 35 per 1000 births, a record low, while the birth rate rose to 15.1 per 1000 population. The crude death rate was 11.0 per 1000, near a record low.

London Norwich

General Rain Expected Amid Stormy Conditions

A rough weather forecast mentions widespread rain and strong winds. Forecasters warn of heavy showers in several districts with possible bursts of thunder and risk of localized flooding near Bourke and surrounding areas.

Years for Hisedeener Wont Patrick Camldy Convicted

A court found Patrick Camldy guilty of embezzlement in a worker’s fraud case. The proceedings reference years, names, and charges, outlining the conviction details and potential penalties.

Tuemiay Patrick Camldy

Astronomical Data From Commonwealth Observatory Notes

At Commonwealth Solar Observatory Mount Strom, the sun rises at 6 40 am and sets 7 48 pm on Wednesday January 29. Moon rises 0 48 am and sets 4 29 am. Venus and Mars details listed with rise and set times. Jupiter rises 7 50 am and sets later in the day, Saturn visible later with rise and set times.

Commonwealth Solar Observatory Mount Strom JupMer Mit

Income tax averaging system abolished sparks taxpayer confusion

The Commonwealth Government ends the averaging method for income tax assessments, causing uncertainty as some taxpayers face lower notices while others in higher income brackets pay more. Treasurer Casey defended the measure as technical, but critics say it shifts tax burdens. taxpayers with fluctuating yearly income lose benefits of averaging while those with higher incomes in 1937-38 pay on larger amounts.

Ayers Commonwealth Tate Laxpay- Org Chor Goel Fur’ Rssensee Lovaur Casey Conference of Commonwealth and State Taxation Commissioners

Trade Reprisals Tokyo Manday Forum

Trade reprisal remarks from Tokyo accuse the Torey Minister and Arita in the House of Representatives of failing to explain and seeking a tougher policy toward Fingland Rowtee. Japan reserves action if England and France blockade its economic ally, warning of consequences and rejecting any blockade to Chiang Kai Shek's government.

Tokio Urchiharu Yutani Torey Arita House of Representatives France Muure Fingland Rowtee Japan China Berlow Baron Tiranma Chiang Kai Bhek

New Copyright Problems Amid Radio Broadcast Growth

A discussion notes that new radio and entertainment forms raise complex rights for performers. It highlights international efforts at Geneva under the ILO to draft conventions ensuring fair remuneration and protection, including recording restrictions and explicit attribution, as broadcasting expands globally.

Hrselisa Current Notes Department of External Affairs Canberra Vineias Geneva International Labour Office International Confederation of Authors and Composers

New Zealand Trade Policy Aims to Favor Britain

Australian Trade Commissioner Critchley reports New Zealand intends to favor Great Britain but must weigh Empire and other Commonwealth trade. Early indications show import licenses cut, with foreign goods reduced more than Empire products. Objectives include lowering import values, reducing locally produced goods, and directing purchases toward the United Kingdom amid limited funds.

Tmparia Australia New Zealand Mr. Critchley Sir Farle Page Great Britain London United Kingdom Intenal Marketing Department Dominion Unis

Japanese shaving brushes banned in Canada after Dakota death

The government ordered confiscation of all Japanese shaving brushes nationwide following a death in Dakota from anthrax. The brushes traced to a shipment from Tokyo to New York and partly sent to Canada, where their sale will become a criminal offense.

Ottawa Canana Dakota United States Tokio New York Canada

Goulburn Diocese Names New Chancellor Sir Robert Garran

Sir Robert Garran appointed Chancellor of the Diocese of Goulburn in a ceremonial swearing in. He previously served as Commonwealth official from 1910 to 1982, chaired Canberra University College, and held roles in education and community groups including Canberra Grammar School and the Behe Council.

Robert Garran Kom Goulburn Ucneasian Rinswel Mla Robert Bolleltortienern Tone Commonwealth Chaieman Canberra University Collen Coswell Corupita Hunteatian Haseen m Canberra Behe Counelt

Cotter Picnic Arrangements For Community Event

Arrangements were completed for a large work and trade gathering to be held in Jenitheiver on Sunday at Bingston Park behind Big Young's shop. D Watkin MITE of Newscastle will present the program. Private cars and motor lorries will assist with transport to and from Civic Centre. Hot water will be available and trophies have been donated by businesses including Sydney Arm es.

Lrg Worial Trare Labour Jenitheiver D. Watkin Mite Newscastle Sdea Jretii Ayallabla Ty Tmneport Pionleknere Bingston Park i Big Young's Civic Centre Anan's Corner Westridyr Molongia Weetlake Caurewny

Fight erupts at Junee District Hospital inquiry

Testimony at the Junee District Hospital inquiry features Dr Cuttle and Dr Weaver clashing publicly as the commissioners and board members observe. Witnesses recount punches and threats amid allegations of delayed care and a hospital culture under scrutiny.

Junee A &T Id Cutts l Junee District Hospital Lewin Lunieas Cuttle Ln Gent Hue Nest Weaver Lhw Heatat Samoa Foran Nn Tos Hubert Whitechurch Edg Lof YeRrango

Rome Conference British Cabinet Meets At Downing Street

Prime Minister Mr N Chamberlain returned to Downing Street after a stay at Chigwell and held consultations with cabinet colleagues and the foreign office leadership. Attlee and Greenwood later visited to hear his account of the Rome visit.

London N. Chamberlain Chicquern Downing Street Ain Lord Hall- Tax Saeniel Hoare Thames Inakip Oliver Blakley Malcolm MacDonald Robert Vanaittart T A Alexander Cadogan Foreign Office Attlee Arthur Greenwood Rome

Negotiations On Jewish Refugee Talks Reported Postponed

London dispatch says George Mtublee head of the International Refugee Committee hints negotiations with the German government may be postponed as Mr Ruble returns to Berlin for further duties. A meeting in Paris, led by Lord Winterton, reviewed recent talks and suggested delaying the full council session scheduled for Tuesday.

Nbettmen Lord Winterton Paris Tela Ruble Berlin

Unclear Meeting Report From Auckland Flora Board

A deteriorated Auckland Flora Board record notes a suggestion to share services in the triage ward and to limit Sunday church attendance amid patient care concerns. The fragment discusses removing or restricting activities in hospital wards and the impact on patients and staff.

Wellington Tunsday Auckland Flore Ia

Provisional Reformed Government in China Forming New Central Armament

A Monday report notes the United Cnunet of Provisional Reformed Government moving to form a new central war apparatus based in China, with backing from Japan.

United Cnunet Mek Ya San Aidue Centrl Wrammupnt Japan

Water shortage threatens hydro scheme output in Burrinslick area

Minister for Agriculture announces possible electricity rationing within weeks unless Burrins Inches of rain fall in the catchment. No new restrictions beyond current ones. Works and Local Government notes generation becomes impractical if water storage dips below 1,070 feet.

Trams Collide After Brakes Fail in Sydney Suburb

Two trams bound for the city collided in Parramatta Camperdown area injuring about 40 people. Front tram rear ended while brakes failed on the second tram. Ambulances rushed victims to hospital as police coordinated the scene and emergency crews responded rapidly.

Bydney Parramatta Hoad Camperdown Lay Mursa Royal Prine Alefred ‘Hospital

Labour Leader Curtin Criticises Prolonged Parliamentary Recess

The Federal Labor Party leader Mr Curtin denounced the extended parliamentary recess as far too long, urging shorter sessions and criticising government policy. He attacked the conduct of the government and called for renewed sessions, while delegations from various groups were invited to separate conferences. In London the Court of Appeal overturned a 12 month sentence for Contade Macnell for manslaughter, granting a lesser punishment.

Federal Parliamentary Labour Party Curtin Venter AF Curtin Thorby National Defence Party London Jerusalem Court of Appeal Contade Macnell Mg Belly Hare Bel

Rail earnings deficit prompts federal review and arbitration

The report outlines a large projected state deficit tied to rail earnings and pending reforms. Officials discussed potential changes to arrangements affecting commerce with the United States and the aviation sector, including implications for American passengers and interstate standards.

Unclear fragmentary note on road repairs and a Fijian man

Fragmentary OCR note mentions road work and a Fijian man. details are unreadable and no clear event or outcome can be established from the text.

Bill Reaches All Austral Ips With Chwar Rom

An unclear fragment suggests a note about bills reaching Austral ips and a term chwar rom. No verifiable event or entities presented.

Bill Australips

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