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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 14, 1939
Page
6
A chaotic scan of radio schedule items lists programs, segments, and hosts. It mentions markets news, weather briefs, interludes, and various entertainment acts, with numerous time stamps and scattered proper names.
Hotels in Canberra packed during the holiday weekend with the Tourists Bureau reporting a surge in visitors. Queanbeyan inns filled and motorists sought lodging in neighbouring towns or camped near canals, as accommodation locally remained scarce.
The Canberra Model Aero Club has formed a provisional committee and draft constitution. A public meeting will be held at the Albert Hall on Friday June 23 to discuss the purpose and future demonstrations. Members have grown since Haig Park unveiling and two petrol powered models are nearing completion. The club seeks a stable site for demonstrations on the southern city fringe, potentially York Pack or Capital Hill, with details from Mr Henry Baker, Pialligo Avenue.
Wellington magistrate rules a son in a maintenance agreement need not pay weekly support as his father now receives medical and pharmaceutical benefits under the Social Securities Act. The case is a test decision with potential wide impact for beneficiaries.
In Dubbo on Tuesday police searched Brumagen Reserve among blackened gum trunks and found burnt bones in a tree trunk. The remains are believed to be of a man sought by police for weeks. Bones to be sent to Sydney for examination.
Wellington Justice Blair freed Howard Sumpter on appeal from a conviction for having in his possession the Decameron. The court ruled the book not indecent, noting the literary context and lack of explicit, pornographic purpose. The judge cautioned that admitting advertising claims could affect indecency determinations and clarified that presence of the book in a library did not prove indecency.
A Victorian Employment Council report shows males out of work reached 24 430 by end of January, a peak not seen since 1937. Sustenance recipients numbered 19 975, the highest since 1938, with improvements expected as bush fires and heavy rains subside and relief works expand.
Berlin dispatch cites Poland steering a confrontational line toward Germany as British encirclement grows. The Foreign Office press summarizes daily German insults in Poland and notes a hardened Polish stance toward Germany and Britain amid regional tensions.
A man, Leslie Murphy, 28, was sentenced to three years for the manslaughter of Constable Lionel Guise in Newtown. Evidence showed Murphy fled during arrest attempts, and a revolver discharged fatally striking the constable as the pursuit continued despite Murphy’s denial of struggling with Guise.
London police resumed the case against Vincent Lawlor an Australian charged with possession of firearm and ammunition with intent to endanger life and damage property. Prosecutor said 21 rounds of ammunition and air gun pellets were found in his possession while a thousand more were discovered at his Newington lodging. A similar offence was alleged against a man who left Belwade Square and broke a window in June 4.
Agriculture Council to decide on wheat price stabilisation with departmental and industry input. Proposals include price supports via Commonwealth Bank loans, with schemes suggesting 3 to 3/48 per bushel and a fixed 3/10 per tun price from the Wheatgrower Federation. A fund would be created to guarantee parity for growers if prices fall below a set level.
The government eyes stricter oversight of Australia's wine industry as production plans face scrutiny. Officials warn of potential effects on growers while citing warnings from the Wine Bear and the technical council about overreaction. Deliberations discuss plantings, execution, and timelines for a new regulatory framework.
French naval authorities announce a visit by Vice Admiral Devaux and General Martin to Singapore. They will examine defenses and discuss cooperation with local forces amid close ties between European and Asian theater commands.
Lottery No D6 drawn today with first prize 5 724 awarded to Mrs Gatting of Brakineville for Gone with the Wind. Third prize 72 416 for Flock ure awarded to R Pickering at Fire Station Kogankh. Fourth prize 86 221 June chandelier by A Perry Chelmsford Avenue. Lottery No 800 will be drawn Thursday night.
A YWCA notes item lists meetings for Phiance Committees tomorrow at 8499, and a directors meeting Monday at 2:30 pm. It also notes library book additions including Heartbroken Molly and The Fate of Happy Sparrows, plus a monthly meeting on Friday at 2 pm for nonmembers. A ballrom dancing event is announced, and a party by Giris Pounel at KHOUL AF. The CuMEM School and Sharm School events are listed with community dinners upcoming and a speaker on June 27.
Nomadic Lapps journey from Norway’s north to winter markets in March and April to trade furs meat and reindeer products. Markets at Bossakup Karasjok and other towns draw hundreds of people while costumes light the scenes. Reindeer herding provides livelihood and feeds families during the Roator holiday season. The article notes northern lights displays and cultural dress and the travel by boat and sleds.
Commissioner W J Mackay told the Police Association conference that crime can only be reduced by education and cooperation with police. He warned periods of crime would return unless society addresses root causes, insisting rising crime stems from men abandoning work for crime. Opening remarks praised police efforts and noted recent moves to appoint a fictional liaison within the force, with members planning weekend meetings.
Sydney reports firmer wool prices as Continental buyers from France and Britain compete. The sale total reached 9,264 bales with grease wool shedding to 16 percent, private treaty sales accounting for 2,437 bales.
A retrospective look at Janta ten years ago as a popular excursion leader continues northward. The journey spans a motor route toward the North Cape, passing through Seenety and Kuutokeing amid a famed long voyage.
Victoria's representatives at the Loan Council meeting on June 20 plan a large loan. Minister Pages, galvanized by Lee, announced a guaranteed sum of £11 000, 100. The Government likely needs several more millions for various governmental bodies next year.
Canberra’s hockey team overcame Newcastle 6 2 in a carnival match at Sydney during King’s Birthday week. Canberra’s defense held firm while Newcastle forwards proved too swift for the half line, earning Canberra the first win over Central Southern Representatives. Players Rodda Bath and the Grey brothers starred as Canberra advances toward the Most Vale carnival. plans include a trip to August 26 event.
Snooker tournament at the Royal Canberra Golf Club proceeds with an unclear draw. listed matches include E Hibberson versus H Tappendan and R Dunlop versus C Hesnott among others, as the schedule and entrants are outlined in a fragmented notice.
A garbled OCR line references a person named France Dalgium tied to a historical narrative. The readable bits suggest a focus on an individual and a named place, though core details are missing. Further readable context would enable a clearer card.
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