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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 04, 1941
Page
5
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A compact report notes a gathering of Democratic figures in a crowded forum. Speakers, including party members, discuss policy direction and upcoming elections amid tight security and media attention.
The Interstate Executive of the Australian Trades Unions says rising indirect taxes and wartime taxes cut purchasing power. It urges the arbitration court to set a basic wage tied to child endowment gains and broader tax readjustment. It calls for 6 shillings weekly wartime reading and higher old age pensions regardless of family allowances.
The Canberra Interior Department seeks to repair the Kingston football ground railing after years of crowd encroachment. Secretary P A Gourgaud notes a railing break in front of the dressing room has raised safety concerns at matches.
Sheriff B Bellhouse announced a revision of the jurors lists at a Canberra Court of Petty Sessions sitting to be held Monday June 24. He said many jurors had left Canberra and others were on defence, necessitating work since the last list was finalised.
By four votes to three the Canberra Advisory Council passed a motion urging the Minister for the Interior and the Prices Commissioner to convene the Dairy Society. The request follows statements in The Canberra Times about dairy surplus and rising production costs, arguing milk prices should not be fixed at a high level in the Territory.
An Australian battalion commander and 200 men, cut off by German forces near Olympus during the Penios Gorge fight, reach safety in the Middle East. The narrative follows a grueling escape across Greek islands, hostile air activity, and perilous sea crossings to Cyprus, aided by local civilians and finally arriving aboard a Norwegian tanker with other refugees.
The Japan Times lauds British troops at Crete, praising their courage and self sacrifice. It mentions Anzaca ride and knights to officers and men for facing chaos with modern manhood.
Sydney reports on Greece and Crete fighting bolstering Britain's resolve and delaying the Axis. External Affairs Minister notes troops inflicted heavy losses, bought time for Iraq and Egypt, and proved man to man superiority while the navy and supply lines grow stronger despite serious Middle East conditions.
London observers report enemy air activity over Britain with bombs dropped in the north and northwest and the West Midlands. Casualties and damage cited at two locations amid ongoing air raid alerts. Washington items note strengthened coastal and air defenses with troops preparing airfields.
A German commander in Greece proclaims that the death penalty will be imposed and alleges Greeks hide food, assist German soldiers, or trade with them at high prices. He accuses Greek authorities of failing to prevent these actions and claims British prisoners of war are being exploited with food and other comforts.
The Minister for the Army Mr i Spender said the majority of Italian prisoners of war arriving in Australia would be employed on work under the Geneva convention. The program aims to keep them from becoming demoralised.
Officials from the Prices Branch warned retailers against charging excessive clothing prices amid heavy demand. They reminded retailers of the commissioner's wide powers and said inspectors may enter premises at any time during inquiries.
Paul Lola is noted among scratchings for the Grand National Hurdle and Grand National Steeplechase events. Other entries and official stables not listed in this fragment.
The ad claims piles stem from internal congestion and that salves fail. Dr Leonhardt's Vacaloid tablets relieve internal congestion for lasting relief, with a money back guarantee. Sold by chemists nationwide under the Olieten-Wittkims Pig Lid brand.
Public are warned that night firing with machine guns will occur at Woolshed Paddock Duw-Troon on Thursday June 6. Adjutant Royal Military College notes a job notice for director residence and staff including a general maid and a family seeking applicants. Regular residents should avoid the area during firing times.
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