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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 11, 1942
Page
2
The Canberra Tone outlines ad requirements in detail with emphasis on ink legibility, responsible parties endorsements, and strict submission rules. Ads must meet filers criteria and be received by 1 pm on publication day to ensure inclusion in The Federal Capital Pur of Australia Ltd publication.
A Rome Senthil? sed. at the RAF, dailequin Guided Tabet BUCHELA OF WINDSOR New worn, Trice} The trans] eet Windaor has arrived in New York on what she decribed as a very private visit. The King approved a prestigious award for AMINULAR serving officers and retirees, announced by Lord Wakehurst as part of a royal honors ceremony.
A fragmented wartime article discusses Commonwealth Treasury figures for Australia’s war expenditure totaling £264,000,000 year to date and the need for a Second Liberty Loan. It urges Canberran participation, noting a £20,000 quota with only £0,000 raised and calls for broader public support to fund the nation’s defense.
A Sydney report describes Liberty Loan demonstrations and public appeals backing government policy. Mentions Colin Golcent as MG, labor and trade union concerns, and calls for sacrifice to sustain ships and munitions. Reports also note circulation figures and a motor lorry accident injuring a man near Ergo.
In a debate on national fitness policy Keprey and Wemenday argue for investing 130,000 to 1,000 in child schooling and training. They press for reorganizing physical education through a program tied to state education, with funds to modernize training and facilities.
NEW YORK May The workers of the United Labour Bloc will produce everything America needs for victory. President W. Green of the American Labour Pact says 118 workers have performed production spares. The aim is no interruption of work through devices or lockouts for the duration of the war period.
A chaotic report claims a scorched earth policy and souvenir from enemy planes, detailing alleged government actions, military suppression, and wartime propaganda. References to Canberra, Australia, and a controversial ministerial stance are noted amid speculative wartime discourse.
The minister urged citizens to balance wartime duties with recreation as two enemy submarines attack cities. He stressed readiness, air raid shelters, and organized defenses while authorities promised immediate light outages when alerts were issued to protect vulnerable areas and home safety.
Melbourni Milan? five Amerian Air Corps officers receive the Purple Heart for actions in the Rabaul and other Pacific operations. Capt Raymond Swenson led a night mission and was lauded for steadfast leadership. Lt Lawrence Werner protected the Mighty Fortress, though wounded. Recond-Lieut Edwin Citak stayed on duty after injuries. Others include Madrice C. Horgan flying 900 miles to Australia and Arnold W. Jahnson aiding a damaged craft.
Land grants conferments of Military and Civil Orders across the Commonwealth mark a formal honours ceremony. Listed are officers and air personnel from Australian and British forces, including various squadron leaders, captains, lieutenants, and warrant officers honored posthumously or for distinguished service in the Royal Australian Air Force and allied commands.
Melbourne honors have been conferred by the Victorian Government on several figures. Recipients include Joseph EM Buus Pale Tan Mayor of Melbourne, Horace Cilnvy, and St. Martin Woolton Town Clerk. Edward Campbell of the city council marks 25 years, Leslie Jenner as Lord Mayor, Robert Chavion Thani mayor at Tontony, and William Dopey for 40 years. The list also names Admiral Cunsingham, Air Marshal WCCO, and others receiving royal recognition.
Melbourne reports that Victoria Queensland and South Australia have initiated action in the High Court seeking a declaration that the uniform taxation scheme recently enacted by Parliament is unconstitutional and invalid. Western Australia joins the challenge as Labour Party figures indicate renewed support and potential cabinet changes within the Willcock ministry.
Allied Works Council held a special meeting with executive members including Mears Packer Howran Howard and others. The discussion covered formal conditions and preparations with the group to finalize plans and future coordination.
The document outlines a combined British and American production program for wartime needs. It details a joint Board chaired by Mr. Nelaga and Captain Lyttleton to integrate policies across nations, focusing on strategic resource allocation, shipping capacity, and military reactor development to support global war efforts. The report calls for coordinated procurement in agriculture, materials, and industrial output, with emphasis on maintaining access to vital supplies and aligning national efforts under Allied command.
A national war council is proposed to coordinate India war production finance and related tasks. The committee would handle the array of war time challenges facing the country and support the central government’s wartime needs.
A report presented at an Atlantic City meeting notes plant extract may relieve pain. Dr Dunvelch discussed injections aimed at easing common ailments, highlighting potential relief and ongoing research.
Announcement outlines new clothing coupons and rationing rules. It states material purchases earlier months ago may be adjusted, with coupons issued for tailoring and drapery work starting Monday. Officials warn readers to present ration books and identity for verification.
Fragmented report details appointments and terms for a disaster and ration book program led by the Australian Broadcasting Commission and government officials. Names such as Foley, Medley, Cleary, Boyer, and Rigby appear with dates and roles. The document reflects wartime administration and staff appointments, with mentions of Melbourne University and Australian leadership networks.
The Commonwealth reports war expenditure totalled 200,421,000 in the eleven months to May 3, exceeding the budget by 644,636,000? The May outlay surpassed estimates with defence services down to 104,000,000 against 141,238,000 budget. Other items include post office and Stile payments totaling around 1,125,000 and related charges.
A wartime notice outlines expanded clothing rationing in New Zealand. It details coupon eligibility for civilians and armed forces, with provisions for servicemen to receive apparel without standard restrictions, and introduces new allowances and procurement channels via coupons and direct shipments.
Fragmentary report questions directives by a military labor office official. A questionable act and implied consequences are described with garbled names and locations, leaving the key facts and players indeterminate.
Fragmented OCR reads as a wartime report noting anti Jewish actions in London tied to events in France. The text is garbled but suggests concern over hostility, with references to upheaval and a military or civilian response to anti Jewish sentiment during a period of conflict.
The minister said Australia’s war output remains high and will keep pace with available manpower and materials. He noted factory workers and technicians are critical, stressing continued Allied support and steps to prevent shortages while government plans proceed.
The Army announces that recruits named in the notice have been accepted for service and will begin training on July 1. The minister confirms the intake and outlines the course of initial military training for new personnel.
The readable fragments describe a mauve style reference, with unclear context and no clear entities. The text appears as garbled OCR output lacking a coherent event, date, or identifiable organizations for a factual news summary.
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