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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 28, 1941
Page
2
The Federal Capital of Australia Ltd Canberra states it exercises care but disclaims liability for errors or omissions in advertisements and reserves the right to alter or omit ads as needed. Ads will not be inserted unless the policy is agreed to and adhered to strictly by advertisers.
A Hong Kong report notes Japan reiterates no wish for war while Axis suspicions in the Far East persist. It argues Japan faces encirclement and that Germany’s prospects do not appear favorable, with Britain and the Netherlands potentially bearing costs if Axis alignment shifts.
Australian press condemns the war publicity model with the Department of Information accused of chasing limelight. Critics urge centralized, authoritative announcements via the Prime Minister or Information Department, condemning ministerial self promotion and costly broadcasts.
The War Memorial at Canberra moves toward a pro per provision for an honour roll for this war and 1914 18. Trustee chairman Senator Foil and other trustees will meet to finish fencing as Anzac Day is eyed for the opening. Completion costs £250 000. construction has faced repeated delays due to funds. The memorial, nearly complete, stands as a prominent Canberra landmark.
Ainslie Club presented gifts to Mr. Johy Lewis on the eve of his marriage. Bid Gregory and Mat presented a tea service and a crystal salad bowl on behalf of the club. Speakers praised Lewis for his work with the club and his ties to the B Grade and Juniors.
Customs officials discovered Australia had imported Canadian strawberries for years, packed in special refrigerators for cocktails and prepared drinks. Growers in Tasmania and Victoria complained about market effects. fresh Canadian fruit was found to be imported in small preserved form. Renewed import bans unlikely.
In Sydney on Monday workers across Australian industries showed strong unity as Labor Minister Holt urged unions to seek redress through legal channels rather than strikes. Government aims to keep peace while supporting lawful dispute resolution.
Mr Harrison salutes Australian pioneers and the nation’s vow to unite under loyalty to Britain yet forge an independent identity. The address warns of external threats, calls for civic duty, and urges a Christian moral foundation for Australia’s future role in the Pacific.
The Times leading article notes Australia Day praise, lauding the Australian contribution across services. It highlights the birth of the new ALF and the roles of the Australian Navy and RAAF as a growing, capable force with notable victories.
The Minister for Labour and National Services Mr Holt condemned the government family endowment scheme as mischievous and warned that the scheme could do more damage than enemy propaganda. He argued that some utterances misrepresented the policy and were not accepted by the public.
A Thallon mail train struck a landslide of rock near Rangeview five miles from Toowoomba, injuring ten and toppling the engine. Rescue teams cut through wreckage with torches and saws as passengers crawled to safety in darkness, with no fatalities until Glare Bell died in hospital. Driver W Jacobson recalled the sudden crash and confusion.
Melbourne report says 1 Ma! av Gorman recuncillor of the Comforts Fund urges a single national organisation to distribute comforts and catering for the army, noting each state has separate funds. He spoke at a Victorian Patriotic Fund meeting.
The Times correspondent reports a divided and doubtful opposition as Parliament resumes January 27. Government celebrates Western Desert wins and Kenyan border gains while splits widen between Afrikaner nationalist factions led by Hertoog and Malanites, with policy sticking points and ongoing disputes over loyalty and immigration.
Melbourne Harbour Trust nears completion of protection plans for wharves and decks against fire. The scheme mirrors London dock tactics to quell blazes until Metropolitan Fire Brigade help arrives.
At a special committee meeting the Ainalle Football Club unanimously resolved to donate a trophy valued at 1 shilling 1 more for the forthcoming patriotic carnival on February 32. The club’s lead may be followed by others in the community.
Reported by day by day the Vichy government faced German pressure to abandon plans for Tunis and Dakar bases to support Mediterranean operations against British naval forces. The text notes continued German insistence and possible use of Dakar as a future air base.
The article notes reports of rioting in Milan and northern cities and suggests Italian morale may be deteriorating due to winter hardships. It argues the Fascist regime remains in control for now, but predicts growing German influence and possible Gestapo infiltration to bolster Italy’s regime, potentially reducing internal unrest.
The general manager of a local hotel company stated that a beer strike continues in Darwin Michigan. Strikers demand bottled beer imports be limited to under two and a half. The plant will close for a week.
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