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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 02, 1941
Page
4
The notice outlines advertising rules for The Federal Capital Press of Australia Ltd Canberra. It warns readers that the proprietors assume no responsibility for misnaming or misprints and reserve the right to alter or suspend ads. Copy must be in ink and ads must be submitted by 3 p.m. the day before publication.
Sydney reports the State Minister for Labour and Industry Mr Heniken Knight complaints that the Commonwealth failed to consult NSW on policy to close down or curtail industries. He watches the move closely for unemployment impact and argues state representation on any federal committee. EB Barclay says 10 000 building and allied trade workers in New South Wales are unemployed and fear longer idleness without quick federal action.
The Canberra weather summary lists barometer readings at 4 am and 3 pm, temperatures around 47 degrees, a 29 degree minimum, and winds shifting to northwest at various speeds. It notes a maximum wind velocity of 20 mph around noon.
Mia Excellency the Governor General Lord Gowrie with Captain L and Byaceyitcie of Parliament House Canberra administered the Oath or Affirmation of Allegiance to newly elected Australian Senators yesterday afternoon. The Governor General then received the newly elected President of the State apal accompanying HK valors.
The Lady Gowrie, operated on for appendicitis on Monday, remains in satisfactory condition. The operation was reported successful with the patient stable last evening.
Sydney report says within five weeks the State Government expects to reach 600 tons of first grade diarcoal per week. Premier McKell announced the move as a preliminary step to a large government controlled production, with licensing to protect the public from unsafe coal distribution.
Mr Stacey resigns from the Taxation Committee in Parliament amid cabinet changes and opposition cheers. He condemns ministers from New South Wales and Tasmania's lack of representation, objects to appeasement policies, and objects to the committees' secretaries and reports. He drops his resignation on the desk in an emotional finale.
Australians face economic strain and war burdens and presses pledge to sacrifice fairly. Editorials praise newspapers for reducing sizes and adapting layouts to continue public service while maintaining high professional standards and responsibilities.
In Australia the Labor Party won the president and the chairman of committees in a Senate vote. Senator Cunningham and Senator Brown were elected to lead, defeating retiring President Hayes and Senator Cooper. A first ballot produced 17 votes for Hayes and Cunningham, with a second ballot confirming Cunningham. Senator Macdonald fell ill, impacting the outcome and the gains for the opposition.
In a heated House of Representatives session last night, Minister for External Territories McDonald and Ward clashed with vigorous exchanges and interruptions. The Speaker warned Ward to withdraw insults as McDonald defended government actions on miners pay and industrial disputes amid accusations of broken promises.
War Cabinet to discuss parity for Australian based service members with overseas crews. Proposals favor equal pay and conditions after a set period post posting, with schemes to apply parity by location and commonwealth stations including Darwin.
Australian explorer and author Francis Birtles died at his Croydon home after a brief illness. At 56 he had led daring expeditions around Australia by cycle, motor cycle, car, motor ring and aeroplane and pioneered the London to Sydney route via Singapore and the Sydney Fremantle path.
The Treasurer Mr Fadden announced the Commonwealth faces a financial position after states refused to back a uniform taxation scheme. He indicated an imminent analysis of the position and noted the need for state cooperation to avoid hardships, as negotiations with the states continue.
The evacuation of British forces from Greece and Crete will be outlined in a half hour BBC relay from 2BL tomorrow at 3 o clock. Speakers include Richard Dimbleby Falwen Ward Chester Wilmot of Australia and Douglas Latterson of New Zealand. Wilmot covered the Thermopylae front on the last ship.
Hongkons women in Sydney protest ration restrictions claiming unequal return privileges as thousands evacuate after tensions rise in the region. Officials cite potential oil supply boosts if petrol imports can exceed cartel limits and consider government action on expert advice.
The government considered transferring a vessel to the tankerage committee for allotment to another company. It explored all options for tanker use and found no spares beyond those already operating.
Historical war brief notes four German frontal operations against Russia in the Baltic region, White Russia, and the Caucasus. It reports German advances near Grudau Brevtidtevsh and Jemling toward Minkk, with potential gains on the Pripet line and notes terrain advantages and logistical pressures shaping the campaign.
In Syria, British and Free French forces push a three pronged advance toward Beirut. Coastal forces report reach on Damour about 15 miles from Beirut while Vichy defences and fortifications delay the attack. Disaffection grows among locals and calls for surrender intensify as Germany reallocates resources to Russia.
Casualty notice reports Lieutenant Colonel E G Scriven, age 44, commander of Royal Anatrolian Eowinvers, accidentally killed while serving with ALD. He had five years of service before the war and was previously attached to the Department of Interior and the Araletant Divestyn of Warka.
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