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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 27, 1940
Page
2
Mild daytime ahead in Canberra with a cold night expected. Light to fresh northwesterly winds forecast as residents read a historical quote on seeking justice and resistance.
Sir Charles Marr accuses Melbourne of dominating government operations and hampering the war effort. NSW MPs plan a meeting to chart steps to counter Melbourne control, noting Canberra transfers, Melbourne-based departments, and preferential appointments to Melbou rne men. Sydney firms report delays due to Melbourne inquiries.
The article surveys German efforts to breach the British blockade, noting heavy coastal raids and mines aimed at port disruption, while Britain readies defense. It discusses possible German pivots to Gibraltar and the Balkans, and mentions Soviet and Romanian talks and troop movements as tensions rise around Obersalzberg and Berlin.
Germany aims to secure Balkans stability to protect Balkan grain imports and keep Russian supply routes open. German troops are moved to deter Hungary Romania clashes while avoiding angering Russia. Berlin may push Romania toward territorial concessions, risking collapse of the Romanian government and major internal political upheaval.
United States Minister Mr C Govan and staff near completion of housing and office leases in Canberra. Mr Gauss will lease Sir Harry Sheehan’s home for official use and use Mr J Brigden’s house as a temporary chancery. Drastic moves include Mr Minter leasing Tregear residence and Mrs Minter with three children due next month.
The Admiralty reports three trawlers Kingston Galena and Roina have been sunk after an enemy air raid. Other items note Eden's Ireland visit reform and various wartime measures across the British Commonwealth and allied broadcasts and repatriation efforts.
The United States moves from strict neutrality toward active support for Britain while avoiding war with Germany. It imposes an embargo on petrol and scrap metals, pledges 3000 aircraft monthly to Britain, and reserves licenses to Britain for essential war materials. The stance aligns humanitarian justice with strategic aims as Germany’s aggression worsens.
The Federal Labour Executive will meet in Sydney next week to discuss the party defence policy drafted at the Melbourne convention last month.
Pupils of Telopes Park Public School gathered for a 2 pm celebration service featuring national songs and an address by Lt. McLachlan. The Naval Wireless Station at Harman provided a graphic scene depicting the battle, marking a patriotic wartime observance.
Barometer readings show 30.34 inches at dawn and 30.19 inches at 3 pm. Temperatures ranged from 41 degrees in the morning to 55 degrees by 3 pm. The day’s maximum 55.1 and minimum 37.5 on screen, 19 on grass. Winds E at dawn, NW at 3 pm. Maximum wind 10 mph over four hours ending 2:30 pm.
In Tamworth the Secretary of the Official A.L.P. Mr Evans said the Prime Minister’s cabinet plan to seek longer Parliament life confirms Labour fears. He noted electors’ contact shows people will not tolerate infringements of democratic rights or a manipulated coalition.
At a council meeting Town Clerk Mr. P. Carew informed aldermen he will retire in September and asked the council to decide on continuing his appointment under the Superannuation Act. The resolution to proceed was carried unanimously.
A hidden motor lorry behind ring bank Wally at Acton caught fire when a short circuit scorched electric wiring. Bet Alantan of Canberra reported the incident as the cabin burned fiercely before firefighters arrived and halted the blaze with nearby water.
The government approves extending the Commonwealth Prices Commissioner’s power to fix minimum prices in special cases. Senator McLeay notes three key aims including safeguarding traders and the community, stabilizing important commodities, and mitigating overseas price falls. Traders are aiding stock builds as the department may set minimum prices to protect against loss.
A discussion on stabilizing prices after the war notes declines in commodities like hides and jute. Senator McLeay argues a general fall harms producers and consumers, urging minimum price schemes to curb losses and unemployment and to fit into broader postwar plans.
Sir Thomas Beecham says Brisbane audiences are undemonstrative and not moved by music. The English conductor, departing for the South under Australian Broadcasting Communion, notes better returns in other cities and condemns certain composers as childish.
In Sydney on Friday officials report continued difficulty obtaining from Hong Kong authorities the information needed on three evacuees.
Attorney General Mr Hughes angrily rebutted Sir Thomas Bavin’s call for a new European order. He warned Hitler’s peace offer is hollow, aimed at crushing opponents and ruling all of Europe. He questioned the economic order behind Bavin’s proposal and any link to socialism.
Treasury Secretary Morgenthau announced U S support to help Britain buy 3000 aircraft each month with new factories to be built and paid for by Britain The pledge aligns with War and Navy departments and Knudsen is calculating details Britain seeks 72000 aircraft in 1941 and 1942 beyond existing contracts The move is seen as bolstering national defence though private firms estimate production may cap at about 80 planes monthly
Prime Minister Menzies announced the creation of an advisory Trades Union Act Panel after talks with union leaders. He said six unions had agreed to nominate representatives and the ACTU would be invited to name two. The panel aims to keep industry moving and support war efforts with Labour guidance.
Transport Minister Bruxner announced the state will push a rapid emergency plan to replace petrol with producer gas. He warned Commonwealth action could harm industry and urged a manpower and equipment survey if shifts are needed for the war effort. No vehicle registration fee cut planned. mileage to be restricted.
The managing director of Black Company Mr W tack warned that the petrol crisis will force at least 1AQA08 workers in the motor trade to lose jobs and allied trades to collapse as car use shrinks. He noted vehicle retail prices have already fallen about 34 percent.
Delegates at the Farah Union Conference in Wellington Hawkes reported on wartime racing policy and its impact on horse racing operations. The discussion highlighted support for continued racing amid conflict and potential regulation changes affecting events and schedules.
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