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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 05, 1939
Page
4
Readers urge Canberra to retain Sunday football as a symbol of local sport amid regional cooperation of governments. The letter cites Canberra citizens and regional towns like Goulburn and Yass, arguing football sustains unity and local identity across New South Wales and beyond.
A clipped OCR snippet features a boastful line about being "the t of famous Zulu kings" linked to Ricksha Puller and a local scene with the headline figure No. 1 in an attractive pose. The fragment mentions cousins, uncles, and a royal lineage claim in an unclear exchange.
Weather notes show barometer readings and temperatures at various times. The report lists measurements such as 30.14 inches and 20.08 inches, 44 degrees at morning, 40.2 degrees in the afternoon, humidity figures near 40.8 percent, and a 24 hour temperature around 58 degrees with other unclear values.
Melbourne July conference will urge legislation to bar employers from dismissing workers at adult age and to make apprenticeships compulsory. Minister Mackrell says industry must bear the cost of continued employment as youths reach working age. The talks will also cover dead-end jobs, labour law control and unification of Commonwealth statutes.
A Royal Commission hearing in Sydney examined the Hawkesbury Sandstone Pty Ltd and its principals Juan Grant and Bons, with questions over tender prices for the GPO contract. Grant admitted firms sometimes tender to gain inclusion, while the commissioner revealed doubts about compellable disclosure of a builder’s name. The hearing adjourned with ties to Wunderlich prices and Howle Moffatt and Company.
Initial conditions show fine weather turning cloudy with some showers as a cold front edges in. Winds shift to southerly then ease, bringing colder air and unsettled skies across the region.
Canberra housing faces delays and insufficient programme scale. The Government must provide a bigger vote for housing next year driven by defence needs and population growth. A unified, businesslike housing authority is urged to cut delays and improve administration across the Interior department.
From Rabaul comes word that Patrol Officer Neil Campbell Elliott, linked to Major-General H. E. Elliott of Neeshea's Victoria, was killed by natives forty miles inland from Ajtace. A patrol post near Wualani was attacked, another constable killed, and a follow-up patrol was fired upon using rifles and ammunition taken from Elliott's party. Further investigations are underway.
Justice Brunskill opens the public inquiry into the Thetis disaster. Survivor Captain Oram praises crew gallantry, notes no panic but severe carbon monoxide poisoning and air pressure issues, and discusses rescue delays and missing marker buoys. He cites possible improvements in air pumping and escape gear.
A man, Dr. Joseph Germain, was mauled to death by two polar bears at a Quebec zoo while feeding them peanuts. His two children watched as one bear reached through the bars to grab his arm and the second seized his shoulder, trapping him until he died.
An effort will be made to standardize soil examination techniques at a winter school for soil work to be held at the Wake Agricultural Research Institute in Adelaide from April to 28. The in charge of scientific research Mr Cassy said yesterday that topics include plant constituents, spectrographic analysis, lime requirements, nutrient reaction and soluble fats.
Following a conference with representatives of seven metropolitan racing clubs, the chief rotary Mr Gollan announced the telegraph offices and metropolitan courses would remain open until September 30 at least. Recently the clubs had decided to close the telegraph offices on Saturday but they were opened on the representation of Mr Gollan.
Australia’s Janlien played steady golf to qualify with a 69 tied for amateur record. Brown led with 69, one stroke ahead of Whitcombe, Burton, Alls, and Bot Lott, all posting 73 to 74 in the qualifying event.
In Sydney on Tuesday five officers from the wrecked Greek steamer Fatin Carras staged a sit down strike to block repatriation. They insisted on sailing first class rather than third as arranged. After about 48 conferences with the Italic-Australia Line officials, the men won travel first class despite initial insurance coverage only for captain and chief engineer.
Commonwealth Statistician figures show manufacturing value at £198,000,000, up from 1991-82. Factories operated rose from 05,668 in 1996-87 to 26,395 in 1937-38, with employment at 559,160. Returns for 1998-30 not yet prepared.
Canberra discussion covers establishing a lottery to fund a hospital convalescent home and tuberculosis colony. Unlikely to be approved by the advisory council and government support is doubtful. New South Wales stance against poker machines echoed by the Commonwealth with a draft ordinance to curb machines.
Melbourne amateur Jimmy Baillieu fired a 73 in the first British Open qualifying round and praised his form saying he has never played better. Other qualifiers included Bruen Lan g on Little Button and WR G Bridge among the names listed for New and Old Courses with scores ranging from 69 to 73.
An albino crow thriving in captivity at Weetangerra was found to be captured by A. N. Shepherd on his Leonnel property. The bird is likely mature and recalls reports of a similar white crow seen years ago in the Balconnel district. Royal life expectancy for crows is notably long.
The Prime Minister Mr. Menzies discussed pension increases in reply to a deputation from the Old Age and Invalid Pensioners Association. They urged raising pensions from 20/ to 30/ weekly, with cost estimates and taxation implications noted. The delegation sought restoration of a 2.6 per week cut, while Mr. Menzies outlined the £8,000,000 cost and uncertain restoration.
Clyde William Wall, 25, of Wynnum, is said to be aboard a 22 foot sailing boat missing in Moreton Bay near the boat’s mooring. Wall left home yesterday afternoon and was last seen while inspecting a boat. A bicycle and two boats found on the beach are identified as Wall’s. The boat’s condition and weather overnight remain unclear.
The Mozart Boys Choir of Vienna will give matinee and evening performances in Canberra tomorrow. Conductor Dr George Kuber will lead polyphonic works and folk song arrangements. The program includes eight part motets, Austrian pieces by Schubert Mozart Brahms and Strauss waltzes with an operetta in costume.
Commonwealth authorities plan special police protection for the Duke and Duchess of Kent during their Australian tour. Guards will be stationed at Yarralumla residence and grounds to deter misconduct and keep unauthorized persons away. Officials will not disclose full details of security measures.
Officials of the External Affairs Department and the General Department examined new material printed for foreign communities in Australia. They found nothing printed to justify action and showed little concern, noting limited circulation of the newspapers.
The Export Sugar Committee announced July 1089 rebate rates for sugar in imported goods. Fruit products earn 3/12 per ton for exports to New Zealand and 14/0 per ton to other countries. other goods 5/10 to New Zealand and 16/10 to other nations. Chairman A R Townsend explained lower fruit rebates due to home consumption pricing.
London reports a decisive Wimbledon day as Ericn defeats Austin in straight sets, 45 minutes, with a burst of 10 straight games. Other results list Henkel over Jevic 6-1 6-3 6-2 and Prince over two opponents 6-0 6-2 6-2, while Riggs defeats an Indian challenger 6-2 6-3 16-3.
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