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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 25, 1940

Page

2

Hollywood History in Colour at the Tol Theatre Tonight

A colorful program titled Hollywood History in Colour screens at the Tol Theatre tonight featuring classic stars like Alice Faye and Don Ameche. The revival traces cinema milestones from early days and promises cameos and archival clips, with further showings planned at Civic next week.

Hollywin Will Alice Faye Don Ameche Abe Canberra Nan Bern Serson Wevertaken Tang Mennett Comediew

Canberra Scouts and Leaders See Off Longtime Scoutmaster

Canberra Scout notes cover farewell to Scoutmaster Rodgers and shifts in leadership at the Canberra Troop. A mix of meetings, patrol gatherings, and weekend camps across the region is planned with Rover crews and Cubs preparing for swimming and drills. Several resignations and appointments shape the year ahead.

Rovers Seoiiaster Alk Rogers Ube Clubjodm Queanbeyan Miss Rose Indy David Mult Hy Star Dawg Wong Frouoa

Bravery Award Likely For Owen at Brighton Beach

The bravery shown by St. Owen at Brighton Beach yesterday is likely to be recognised. The secretary says Owen acted outstandingly while helping a boy in danger. A police report will be requested to confirm the incident and truth of the events.

Albury Ax Herme Adbury NaIper Riverina Sapa Lend Sydney Weanesang Owen Brighton Beach Snd Rae Chiat Itr Toning

Salvaged mail reaches Muscat after wrecked plane

Wrecked plane at Ball salvaged 35 mail bags. Captain Reyera led relief plane from Ball to Muscat in 21 hours with crew aboard. Five passengers had completed the trip. sole survivor in hospital. Crashed plane cause remains unknown. some cargo damaged.

Sydney Wednesda Ball K.nilm Muscat Reyera Rolief Tor Batavia Satny Rogers Tost

Garden Island dismissals reported in Melbourne notice

The Acting Minister for the Navy promised action to prevent further job losses at Garden Land plant after communications indicated 800 had already been dismissed and another 800 would go next week. The report notes dismissals affecting men and the minister’s response in Melbourne.

Melbourne Wednorda My. Street Twe Mrr Aim Boofren

Firemen praised for assistance in urging messages

Fire Captain Smythe commends Jere Minese India and Clifford for their readiness and help in coordinating urgent messages. Beslits members including Saville, Wylie, Maynard, Cowley, Farmer, and Swabrick are noted as observers who reported activity and readiness when alert sirens sounded.

Jere India Leninanney

Farewell to Queanbeyan Mayor and Esmonds

Mr and Mrs John Esmond depart Queanbeyan after 16 years of civic service. The mayor presided at Gregory's Hall as residents and local groups praised their leadership and contributions to community projects and the centenary celebrations.

Queanbeyan John Esmond Relativan BU Gregory's Hall Taylor Lawn and Emond John Bargond Mitisens Dlatsict A. Perkins W. W Hedges Esmond Winsome Barber Ald India Queanogan Tia Jon Mortison Pound A, Association Exmond Eamon Morrison Kemond C.H. Daley Canberra Capr Ia Eamond Tamond Yarravlumis Hie Cowell P.M. Murdy Mtr Bexman A.C. Bowers James Watson Golf Association Andrews Tr Tnd Mra Ctizens Lown Wien Thie Marelian Con Anis Ta Lao Im Bowh Walen

Imported Cars Price Control Likely

Government preliminary cost study signals inevitable price rises for imported motor cars. With chassis engines and bodies sourced abroad and parts made in Australia, officials expect a price increase across models ready for the road. The Commonwealth Prices Commission aims to curb cost variations between dealers and the public while monitoring imported car costs.

Gmiy Eoremonwealth Prices Commission

Magnesite deposits eyed by Western Australian steel industry

The article reports steel firms showing interest in magnesite near Kalgoorlie for Indian steelworks use. Submarine war pressures prompt rapid assessment of ore accessibility with potential extraction of 200 tons, possibly reaching 1,000 tons monthly under proper development. BA Proprietary Co. Ltd holds rights to 190 acres in Western Australia with development tied to supply routes during wartime.

Mys Petde Kalgoorie Auateatan Makland BA. Proprietary’ Co Ladhaw

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