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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 08, 1940
Page
2
The fragment presents a Canberra newspaper masthead and subscription details. It notes prices and contact placeholders, indicating a period publication and local news agency references. The text centers on newspaper distribution and office information in Canberra.
The Canberra Times advertises that proprietors accept no responsibility for non insertion and may alter or omit any advert. Ads must be lodged at the Canberra office before 3 pm the day prior, written in ink, with endorsement by the inserting party, and adhere to strict naming and figure handling rules. The Federal Capital Press of Australia Ltd, Canberra.
London reports five wounded soldiers seeking to rejoin old regiments after injuries. A total of 310,488 registered with 1,779 as conscientious objectors. Three other candidates are due this month, pushing totals to over 4,000,000. Exemption figures rise in higher age groups and reserve occupations.
Obituary fragment notes a family of John Broon connected to Dun porn in 1870 with mention of schooling at the old institution. The readable text is sparse and lacks full biographical details.
Incomplete weather note shows timestamps from morning to afternoon with temperatures around 47 to 62 degrees and barometer readings near 90.39 and 20.26 inches. The text is garbled with stray characters making precise values or location unclear.
Canberra forecast notes patches of morning fog in places with scattered showers. Weather gradually improves with moderate day temperatures and cool to cold nights. Light to fresh north east to north west winds.
The Ganderra Times notes a call to resist wrongs and envision a better future with the community urged to take meaningful action for the common good.
Britain has retreated to diplomatic isolation, with Entente Cordiale eroded by postwar strains. France bears blame for sanctions on Italy and Czech issues, while Britain pursues a lone path for peace under the League of Nations. The Petain regime tightropes German demands as France drains its resources, widening a gap Britain seeks to bridge for the oppressed under dictators.
A large conference of trade unions and A L P branches across New South Wales condemns government wartime measures. They demand Mr Menzies go to the country to test public sentiment and oppose industrial and overseas conscription, pledging to refute military conscription.
Report claims Dutch resistance to German pressure and claims of Dutch supplying information to the British during wartime. It notes strained relations and anti German sentiment amid occupation tensions.
The Roman Catholic community will support the war effort by buying War Savings Certificates. Archbishop Gilroy announced that the second collection at Mass next Sunday will fund purchases of the certificates.
The National Security Regulations authorize petrol rationing licences with fees up to 4 pounds for young applicants. Licences are five classes A to KE covering private, commercial, and road vehicles. Holders receive monthly ration books, with renewals monthly, and must surrender unused tickets if disposed or nonrenewed. The board may grant exemptions for remote areas in the Northern Territory and other regions.
The Romanian government pursues political unity while courting Axis support against Russia. A new cabinet under Gigurtu includes Iron Guard figures after a March amnesty. Romania maintains friendliness to Britain and France despite internal liberal shifts, wary of Bulgaria and Hungary moves that could erode Romania’s buffer status between Germany and Russia.
Sir Robert Craigie waits anxiously for London to answer the Japanese demand to close the Burma road. Press and radio contrast British and French attitudes, while Japanese inspectors ease into Indo China. Burma’s resources and China’s fate in the war are described as tensions rise across Asia.
The Commonwealth and State authorities gain expanded powers to wind up and seize property of subversive organisations. Proclaimed on Saturday, the Revolutionary Workers' League, a pro Trotsky offshoot of the Communist League of Australia, is declared a legal organisation. Public officers receive protection when acting against such bodies and appeals may be lodged within 14 days of Gazette notices.
In a Sunday statement through secretary Mr. Early President Roosevelt declares no territorial ambitions for the United States. He proposes post war territorial adjustment via consultation across continents and hemispheres and warns Germany to stay out of the Western Hemisphere.
Gandhi, in Bombay interview, states India must be free to aid Britain. He argues aiding Britain with Indian funds or labor is inappropriate and suggests victory by Britain could be hollow if achieved through totalitarian means. He warns Britain’s defeat or victory carries different implications.
The Commonwealth Prices Commissioner Professor Copland announced a further 2d reduction in tea price per pound, bringing new levels to 1d above the pre war. He cited overseas price drops over the past month and shipping difficulties from the Netherlands East Indies as factors. Retail rates had previously risen by 5d per lb but have fallen by 4d per lb since then.
The message from Mrs. Roosevelt appeals to readers to assist in transferring and caring for children affected by wartime displacements. She urges donations and personal support to help provide shelter and relief in the United States.
The ordinance takes effect today on the third anniversary of China hostilities. Sales of the articles will be prohibited from October 7 as Agahi notes the aim to expand wartime production, curb purchasing power, and renovate people’s livelihood during wartime.
Propaganda calls for a citywide show of gratitude as Hitler arrives back in Berlin after an eight week advance. Nasi minister Goebbels orders bells rung and a sea of flags with factories to close except essential industries. Italian foreign minister Count Glano accompanies officials for the visit.
Tokyo dispatch notes Japan’s resolve to press England to cut off aid to China aligns with domestic pressures from the China war. Citizens face wartime shortages with luxury goods banned and state‑run tobacco sold at high profit, while suits and dresses rise in cost.
Foreign Minister M. Gigurtu, in a broadcast from Bucharest, outlines Romania's policy direction amid growing pressure from Nazi-aligned circles. Officials stress sovereignty while signaling possible alignment with Axis interests.
Civilian deaths and injuries followed intensified raids on south east England as two cottages collapsed on residents. RAF fighters shot down an enemy bomber, part of broader operations against German targets with multiple ships sunk or damaged in the North Sea and Channel.
Madrid radio says French planes attacked Gibraltar and attempted to bomb the British Fleet. Gibraltar reports no damage or casualties. Anti aircraft fire opened at 7 15 AM against an unidentified plane near the Rock. From Malta, enemy planes reportedly raided twice during the day, dropping bombs in open fields.
The text notes tobacco prices were raised by Sd, Sd. per 2b and questions whether the higher costs can be fully passed to consumers. It records contention that the increase did not allow complete recovery of added expense.
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