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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 19, 1939
Page
4
The Canberra Times notes the proprietors accept responsibility for published adverts and grant rights to alter or omit content. Royalty rules require adverts to comply with laws and protect individuals, with strict adherence to advertising standards by The Proaral Capital Prega Trealia Ltd, Ganseara.
The Minister for Civil Aviation Fairbairn commented today on a number of pilots moving to foreign companies and said he had views on how to clear up the situation. He planned to bring the matter before his colleagues.
In London on Tuesday the Thetlery case drew attention as Orton faced questions about interference with wine and the implications for the ongoing inquiry. Jewish protests surged against quotas and harsh treatment of Jerusalem Jews, with demonstrations denouncing discrimination and calling for fair work conditions.
An examination of the financial year ended June 31 outlines Australia’s exposure to weak world markets. Export prices fell, reducing national income and the trade balance, while domestic employment and retail activity remained resilient. The report notes increased bank credit, warns against overreliance on Central Bank expansion, and urges full governmental powers for future stability.
Wellington reports the Labour Party proposes legislation to cancel or alter industrial awards if union members strike after arbitration. Webb notes Labour restored arbitration, aided award attainment, and aimed to broaden union membership.
Sydney GPO queues form for National Register cards as numbers rise and clerks forward completed forms to the Statistician Dr Wilkani. Labor factions debate boycotts while the Empire Commerce Congress considers air services and trade policy amid broader migration talks urging population growth and empire-wide cooperation.
Moscow rejects Tokyo’s note on Sakhalin oil and coal concessions as an ultimatum. Soviet Assistant Foreign Commissar Lozosky tells Ambassador Togo the proposal is unacceptable, citing threats and coercive language. fallout involves seizures and claims of impeded shipments.
The Commonwealth and Swiss governments will shortly implement an agreement allowing fifty Swiss migrants per month to enter Australia. Swiss committees will be formed to assist newcomers on arrival and integrate with Australian society. The Minister for the Interior noted that the arrival plan mirrors Dutch migration lines and stresses the migrants will be well educated and skilled professionals.
Colombo reports four crew members killed after an explosion on the steamer Narkainda bound for Australia. Five others are in critical condition, with the death toll later revised as the ship left port. Some wounded returned to the vessel before it sailed tonight.
Rural bank leaders urged a wider use of bank finance at the annual Soldier Settlers conference. Delegates claimed extending credit would help farmers obtain more equitable terms than those from traders.
John Leech testified at the deportation trial of Harry Bridges claiming he was offered money to connect Bridges to Communist Party activities. He said he was forced to sign a document and named two pieces of evidence to be kept by the government. The government plans to withhold an unpublished affidavit by Herbert Mills of Portland, Oregon, and is safeguarding two witnesses.
President Roosewell reportedly asked Republicans in Congress to confer on neutrality policy. Senator McMorey of Lander reportedly declined the invitation, with aides stating not all possible efforts were made to insure passage of the measure this week.
The Minister for Supply and Development Mr Casey said the small arms factory near Killingworth should begin by year end as the £48,000 building nears completion and the £140,000 plant expands with up to £80,000 more for tools and fixtures. He noted production of the Vickers machine gun was meeting Australian needs and governments of other dominions were placing orders. Demand remained for rifle ammunition while the factory operated at full capacity.
In Tamworth on Tuesday the Postmaster General Mr. Harrmonont says silent phone numbers will remain confidential as part of anti betting drives. He notes privacy contracts with subscribers apply regardless of department, while investigations must still yield evidence.
Reports say Broken Hill is cut off as heavy rains and dust storms disrupt routes. Permanent way strike on the line hampers repairs while motor service ideas collapse due to impassable roads and extreme dust storms near Broken Hill.
Prices in Melbourne eased overall as declines in wholesale building materials and dairy goods outweighed gains in groceries and wool. June compared figures show materials down 4.1 percent, dairy and agricultural products down about 1.9 percent, while jute leather and wool led the few price increases.
Prince Paul Regent of Yugo Mavia and Princess Olga arrived in London this afternoon for a purely private visit. The Duke and Duchess of Kent greeted them at Victoria Station, signaling a cordial royal reception.
A lengthy article discusses the nationwide census and data handling for returning soldiers, detailing punch card systems, automated classification, and data use by authorities to map manpower, property, and absentees. It notes thresholds for reporting, currency, and the role of agencies in property returns and national records.
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