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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 31, 1940
Page
5
Sydney reports a wartime move restricting foreign residents from enlisting in the British armed services. Officials cite security concerns and promise to consult Dominion governments on alien service restrictions. The advisory notes that refugees and outsiders are barred from service and that enforcement may extend empirewide.
A divorce decree against Laurence Olivier in London was made absolute after a decree nisi. The case includes allegations of adultery involving Olivier and Vivien Leigh (Mrs Herbert Morrison). The petitioner, Mr Holman, named Olivier as co-respondent in the divorce petition.
A decipherable fragment notes a dollar movement in New York on a Tuesday with mentions of November events and a deep dip attributed to a diminished Nipoly, with terms suggesting a currency or price shift and related items.
A fragmented London report notes Unity Freeman Mut and a companion receiving medical care after a severe incident. The account suggests unusual treatment outcomes with phrases indicating healing and normalcy after a difficult event.
A telegrams report details sinking of neutral ships by U boats near the coast. The Norwegian vessel Fayourove was wrecked with crew rescued by breeches buoy, while the Hoaunger was sunk with two killed and two injured on the French steamer Alawolun. A British steamer rescued some crew. The report notes desperate conditions and limited chances of survival amid severe winter weather.
Sydney Tuesday report from the Ryall Automobile Club describes drivers ignoring fire danger in the bushland near Blue Mountains. Amid flames, some motorists crossed near a fire line as firefighters battled blazes, drawing warnings of penalties and reminders to evacuate.
Ontario delegate Tausdy Hepouri accuses Prime Minister Mackenzie King of sabotaging a key state project by urging a general strike. He claims the federal government consistently disregards Ontario’s interests in maritime policy and national priorities.
The body of A L Tonnoir of CSLR was found near Blume Orchard at the base of Mt Gores, Canberra. He had been camping in the area and appeared to have died suddenly, possibly after returning from an excursion. Tonnoir, 41, Belgian-born entomologist and senior curator, worked at Christchurch Museum before joining the Computer Institute in Canberra. He was associated with Antarctic studies and had a long career in natural history museology.
French correspondents in London were hosted at Government House where Eden, the Dominions Secretary, attended a dinner with the French Chamber of Deputies committee. The event showcased Anglo French parliamentary exchanges in a formal setting.
Mr H A Taylor died after a brief illness in Sydney Thursday. He was active in the laundry and dry cleaning trades and is survived by a widow and four children. His son Mr M Taylor of Torreon Street Braddon will be advised. The obituary notes he had a notable presence in the Canberra area before returning there.
The obituary for Mrs M M Gunn notes her death and mentions family ties. It lists relatives including her husband and son-in-law, and references her residence and social connections in the capital area.
Preliminary discussions in Melbourne with leaders from Sydney aim to recruit for civil air reserve amid potential Royal Australian Air Force reorganization. About 3,000 applicants from the country were reviewed as plans to form recruiting units and manage applications proceed under consideration by cabinet.
Public notice for W. T. Wood Holdings Limited details the first AGM to be held at Commonwealth Bureau Sydney at noon on Thursday February 15 1940. It covers acceptance of annual accounts balance sheet December 31 1939 directors report auditors appointment remuneration dividends and extraordinary resolutions. Transfer books and register of members to be closed February 6 1940 to February 15 1940 for dividend payment and paper work.
An official notice cites the National Security Act and General Regulations restricting access to specified locations. It references a dated order and a map, indicating prohibited areas and compliance requirements for affected individuals.
A public notice outlines multiple land parcels in the Australian Capital Territory and surrounding Queanbeyan area. It describes commencement points on road boundaries and precise bearings, distances, and coordinates for blocks, stations, and districts including Canberra City District, Harman, and Woden. Stakeholders are invited to review boundary specifics and official determinations published October 1959.
Yetty Landau, formerly with J.C. Wiltiaowen and other national firms, presents expertise in speech dramatic art and broadcasts training. Piano tuning specialist Elvy & Co. offers services to Campers. Harrie Electrical Service provides electrical work, contact by phone 878.
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