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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 31, 1939
Page
2
In memory of Dorothy, widow of Yur, who died January 1st 1957. A memorial verse describes her as pure as snow and taken to heaven by angels.
Publishing notice printed on British newsprint announces Australian capital area publication details. Proprietor Mort Bartram in Canberra provides post free within the Commonwealth. Jervis Bay appears in the notice with mailing information and annual rates.
Weather bulletin shows a forecast for the day with temperatures around 40.8 degrees and a possible breeze. Predicted conditions indicate clear or partly cloudy skies by 2 pm with light winds.
Readers urge Canberra to form an Air Field Precaution Company and civil defence detachment to prepare for air raids. They call for mobilizing men of enlistment age to train, organize searchlight and rescue support, and ready aircraft crews, highlighting wartime urgency and local patriotism.
A bookmaker faced conviction after a Monday incident described in fragmented notes. The readable text mentions a dog, engagement, and unclear actions surrounding the event. Authorities reported the case as a courtroom matter with limited detail available.
Canberra Racing Club’s anniversary Day meeting attracted a large crowd, gate takings £84 near a record. Conditions ideal, jockey C Maher rode three winners and two seconds. President Major V C Becombe chaired a successful meeting. Starter Mr C M Kelly faced some difficulty, but starting was excellent as eleven fields left. First Trial Handicap at 4 furlongs saw Mary Stuart win by two lengths, with Bussaway and All Beau Afut in pursuit. time recorded.
A horse racing card unfolds with Captivation winning by a neck from Forest Girl after a long lead, Ben Machree close for third as Calverhero and others trail. Billie Mor also scores a tight victory in the later handicap, with June Richmond edging Happy Prince in a thrilling finish. The meeting features betting figures and multiple entries including Forest Girl, Ben Machros, and Calverhero.
A motor car owned by A Sellar of Melbourne was badly damaged yesterday afternoon near Canberra while avoiding sheep on the road. The race section describes Ventor winning the Canberra Handicap with Captivation in second after a brisk sprint, followed by Bailing. the field included Lawless, The Tyrant, and others.
A chaotic scene at Ye Creek in the Adalong Moratchings area ends with a house destroyed and a fire out. The Snipe: lundarstold Anat Mra is saved as flames breach walls and a race permaneces with MUCHADO and other horses contesting the Welter Handicap. Forest Girl and Billie Moe finish strong, while bets favor MUCHADO and Bilin Mor.
The Treasurer announces an 8.5 million Commonwealth loan opening February 7 to fund public works. The issue bears 3 17 percent annual interest and matures December 15, 1985, aligned with other conversions. A second 6 million loan will be sought by June to complete the programme amid bushfire losses.
A Guaranty Trust Company survey says the U S recovery is key to world trade prospects amid European tensions and Far East conflict. While credit is ample and rates low, domestic regulation and high taxes cloud investment, delaying a confident path to prosperity and easing prospects for Anglo American trade.
Victoria strengthens Sheffield Shield position against New South Wales at the Cricket Ground. Victoria needs 79 runs to win tomorrow after closing first innings at 269 and NSW 217 in their second innings. Fleetwood-Smith and Scott led Victorian bowling while Gilmore Hynes Cheetham produced notable NSW dismissals. attendance 8,790 with gate receipts of £487.
In Sydney on the anniversary luncheon Mr W M Hughes warned against appeasement without strength, saying the world risks war if Britain cannot secure peace. Premier Stevens affirmed Australia’s readiness to boost defensive arrangements and warned that only substantial power can guarantee negotiated adjustments and respect for agreements.
Ontario Premier Hepburn and Calicuun Ministerial party met in Canberra with UK Treasurer Casey Commonwealth Economic Adviser Wilson and Loan Council Secretary Joyce to discuss Australia’s financial framework. They lunched at the Treasurer's home and toured the capital, with Hepburn declining comment on the rule of law amid questions. The delegation plans to travel to Sydney for further meetings.
A baby car overturned near Darlingtont today injuring Florence Purneaus 49 and her husband seriously. Trim reports Mrs Purneaus likely fractured her pine providing a grim update on the accident scene.
A government proclamation alleged by The-Poutmnate-General M4 Sammerin says that the Pontal Department will provide free media access to inmates. The report notes heated debate over feasibility and policy implications for education and rehabilitation programs.
Bucharest reports confusion over the Germano-Crench agreement on troop movements. Foreign Minister M. Galenco says he will seek responses to ensure transit terms are understood and adhered to.
In Melbourne on Monday wheat merchants crowded offices watching a period trend as Saturday activity showed no business and quotations for new shipments remained weak from 2/8 38 to 2/8. Buyers stayed hesitant to trade amid unsettled prices and limited bids.
Central and northern Sydney likely to face extreme heat with temperatures pushing toward the hundred mark. Changeable conditions expected near the southern coast with isolated thunderstorms and squalls. meteorologist Mares cautions on the unsettled outlook tonight.
Brisbane report warns heavy seas and northerly winds have cut the beach at Southport, a popular surfing resort, by about two feet and may endanger numerous homes as tides over the weekend progress.
A miner was buried under dirt and broken timber at the Awansea Mine where J J Hil, owner, was attempting to repair the main tap. The depth reached about 80 feet before rescue efforts recovered the worker. The specifics and names are partially garbled but indicate a serious mining accident with an injured miner transported for care.
A man aged 38 in Kame Cully Pendiga Wilay aiycot died after drinking from a glass jar that allegedly contained poison. An analyst report found the jar contained a dangerous substance. The case remains under investigation with authorities reviewing the motive and suspect details.
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