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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 28, 1939
Page
4
Weather details for Canberra report fragmented figures. At 9 am barometer 30.00 inches and temperature near 00 degrees. Afternoon readings show 12 degrees, humidity around 52 percent, and minimum at night near 62 degrees with rainfall indicator at 7 points.
Australia’s Canberra area announces augmented hydroelectric capacity as Burrinjuck output and new units boost supply. Minister Spooner says rationing may be unnecessary. 2000 kW unit to start next month, Goulburn unit to reopen for 15600 kW, Burrinjuck pumps add 3800 hp, with winter rains expected to ease constraints and potential link to Port Kembla system.
A cryptic note from a historical page mentions Japan and an Australian context with unclear references to ingredients and usage. The fragment hints at trade or sourcing.
A fragmented OCR line about lighting a fire and a bush appears unclear, with partial words and stray characters. The readable bits suggest a note or stray label referencing lighting a bush and a demand or request, but no coherent event or identifiable entities emerge.
A rural fire consumed a dwelling at Coole in the Clun district, leaving property damaged and residents seeking relief. Fire brigades remain on scene with investigations pending. Local authorities urge caution as winds shift and embers spread to nearby brush.
Observational notes from Mount Stromlo dated Saturday January 28 list illumination and lunar details including moonrise and set times. Major planets Venus Jupiter Saturn are tracked with rise and set times for the same date and extend into Sunday January 29 with additional planetary positions and sun and moon events.
A political commentary warns that threats to Australian security grow from internal division. It calls for national unity and notes constitutional limits on Commonwealth powers hinder timely action against external threats amid looming war, urging steps to secure political unity and readiness.
National insurance stamps for large department stores and manufacturers to be machine franked to reduce post office charges and clerical work. Commission chair Brigden notes secure proof machines will be used, cost about £1000 for large firms, with inspection and potential post office stamp access for employees on weekly purchases.
The National Insurance Commission chairmen Mr J Brigden urges compulsory enrolment for all insurable persons under the Mal fora Insurance Act. He warns that 1,200,000 insured remain unenrolled and that contributions apply regardless of joining a chosen society. He says this strengthens national coverage and enforcement as required.
The Leader of the Federal Opposition Curtin yesterday repealed his demand that the Prime Minister summon Parliament at once to inform members of the country’s views on the International situation. He said the Prime Minister speaks for the country, not the High Commissioner, and that Bruce should inform Parliament where Australia is heading.
Professor G V Portus of Adelaide University opened the Australian Summer School of Political Science at Canberra, arguing that education public health insurance and conservation are regenerative services while relief pensions and some health services are merely rescue. He traced social services from ancient to modern times and warned demand for defence may squeeze welfare budgets.
New York Friday Milwaukee correspondent William Deere reports Mercy Hospital physician Dr. Haw announces the discovery of a micro organism he believes is involved in cancer. He cites experiments showing the organism's affinity for sex cells in animals and plague, with malignant cancers cultured from over a hundred samples.
The discussion centers on Guam fortifications and naval defense value, weighing walling the island as a base against broader strategic aims. Arguments stress potential threats from Japan, the need for deterrence, and the impact on the United States defense posture and allied security.
Letters criticize railway service and leadership for failing to provide proper facilities. Citizens urge action by authorities and a stronger public voice against poor Canberra and Queanbeyan rail connections. A separate note reports a January fire tied to a torching incident and a committal hearing for a suspect.
The Co operative Federation of New South Wales is established to coordinate activities of organisations and movements in farming, engineering, and manufacturing sectors under a cooperative plan. It aims to unite affiliated bodies and work with cooperative movements. office bearers include Dunlop MLC, Major J Fr Xing, and secretary J Tshont.
Adelaide report notes NSW and other states follow National Health and Medical Research Council recommendations for arresting tuberculosis. Chief Secretary Sir Richie states the commonwealth endons support patient treatment policies. Period considered focuses on under treatment and hospital care.
Three men William Morris Frank Adren and Richard Dodd faced charges after a Jan 14 Auburn visit for a wireless lens set. Prosecutors claim the occupants were assaulted and their clothes stolen to prevent pursuit. Court proceedings adjourned with not guilty pleas entered.
Forestry trainers in Sydeny discuss proposed service board backing for new measures. The incomplete report outlines aims to improve apprenticeships and officer training, with emphasis on modern methods and resource allocation. Further details are unclear due to damaged text.
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