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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 25, 1941
Page
3
Reports describe a large dispatch received from Tur Gestival in Coward and the Middle Past. The item mentions Liqui General Thomas Winning and references the Austin see Lance in connection with the family and BaghOiig inst.
Melbourne reports massed men in Victoria were not yet called up due to an oversight during the map draw. Authorities acknowledge the delay, with many aged men around 38 reportedly awaiting reclassification for potential service as the public urges order and clarity.
The minister stated government marketing quotas would apply while aid to users remains. About 8,000,000 gallons of thin spirit would be produced yearly mainly in Murray Valley districts spanning New South Wales Victoria and South Australia. licensing would permit essential users to obtain spirit without rationing limits. private car owners would receive limited concessions.
The government plans to appoint a Commonwealth Petrol Co-ordinator to manage chargeable and producer gas use and coordinate fuel policy. The nominee would operate under the Commonwealth Controller of Liquid Work with duties tied to national fuel cost reduction and production.
Brisbane reports petrol rationing and dollar exchange limits easing. Government claims US dollars entered, but tanker space remains the bottleneck. Transport Minister O Sullivan notes funds to deliver petrol to shearers for fixed routes. In Dublin fuel shortage worsens with reduced services and subpar suburban transport. Concession plans discussed in Monaco on retirement and supply balance.
A sub committee of the Canberra Chamber of Commerce conferred with the Liquid Fuel Control Authority led by H. R. Waterman. They discussed reconciling August petrol rationing with the maintenance of retail service for 11 customers. Various avenues were explored and the matter is under consideration by officials of the department.
A report outlines a tobacco racket involving canteen sales in Sydney with calls from President NSW to tighten controls. Basilokhwalla urged action and a better system to stop price increases and improve inspection mechanisms.
The court today upheld G. V Corvin s appeal over a £20 penalty tied to the July 8 disqualification in the 144 Handicap at Victoria Park. The ruling centers on the Brucas misstatement and its effect on the race outcome and the imposed fine.
The AJC stewards concluded an inquiry into C Galpin regarding conduct at Victoria Park. The inquiry found he was guilty of casualness in valet duties, leading to a reprimand from the stewards.
Fragmentary notice shows a tender for Bree valued at £2500 tied to J W Dodd Pty Ltd Victoria. The document mentions acceptance by the paper or air provision and references further details as incomplete.
Canberra officials discuss a public opinion influenced gift to Russia. The Medical Superintendent Dr Nott and authorities in Sydney and Newcastle back the scheme while awaiting formal approval from Prime Minister. Local committees form as the urgency is voiced by government leaders.
The Proposition Office issued a notice with approval from the desk of the Duke of Kent regarding a plan involving the Royal Canadian Air Force. It outlines steps for the duke to become acquainted with all phases of the training program and related measures.
Fragmentary text reports a discussion in a legislative assembly about relief work. Names such as Hamilton Knight and references to a minister for Bosnia Services appear amid garbled phrases. The readable bits imply debate on relief strategy or funding without clear outcomes.
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