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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 25, 1940
Page
4
The Canberra Times lists ownership by The Federal Capital Press of Australia Ltd and provides street addresses, subscription rates, and agent locations in Canberra and surrounding areas for newspaper distribution. Local agents at Jackson's Newsagency, Capitol Newsagency, and several city and suburb addresses are noted.
Washington reports block on recognizing any French government under German control. British papers weigh the surrender, noting the army and empire’s resolve, while condemning Petain and Lebrun and praising French resistance from colonies and abroad.
Canberra weather report lists barometer readings at 4 am and 3 pm, temperatures from 2 to 4 degrees, and a 24 hour maximum near 87.2 degrees with a grass minimum around 37.9 degrees. Station notes show a 3 pm maximum of 53.7 degrees and a surface minimum of 81.1 degrees.
Weather data from Canberra predicts a fine day with cool to moderate temperatures and light to moderate winds shifting from south to west. The outlook emphasizes pleasant conditions for local plans and activities.
The piece argues France collapsed due to political morale and multi party decay, urging Australia to restore a two party system. It warns that parliamentary government weakens as parties multiply and stresses the danger of factional demands subverting national policy.
The Times Cairo notice says King Farouk will likely ask Ahmedmaher to form a cabinet similar to the last. Ahmedmaher refused a fully national government and could include two Wardists. Alymacher is described as unable to cooperate with the British, risking divergence from England’s interests.
The Labour Party urges a National War Council to organize civil populations during hostilities and manage feminine labor in industry. It seeks non formal consultations with the Government to use emergency powers effectively and to advise on labour recruitment and general wartime needs. Discussion between Menzies and Curtin to resume soon.
The article argues the armistice imposed on France after World War I is humiliating and politically far reaching. It cites Article 2 on German occupation of western French ports and territories, Article 4 demanding surrender of war materiel, Article 8 on naval yards, and Article 15 on facilitating German Italian trade to pressure France against Britain. It concludes the terms lack honorable peace between nations.
The Industrial Board began hearings in Canberra on variations to awards. The full panel included government, employer and union representatives. Debates covered Laundry Workers' Award terms, motor trade restrictions due to petrol policy, and pro rata annual leave payments amid ongoing union and employer negotiations.
At the annual stud sheep sale in Sydney the Government House Fair Fund rose by 1500 pounds through the sale of the Boonogks stud ram donated to the Lady Gowrie War Fund by Falkiner Pty. The Lot fetched 1300 guineas while a Bun demar ram sold for 18 guineas. Chairman Mr W G Woodger confirmed the advice from the Fair Committee.
The British Government will supply 400 tons of linen flax seed to Australia to plant about 13 000 acres. The Commonwealth Government will distribute the seed and organize rapid cultivation. A plan for state cooperation to boost the flax industry will be presented at the Agricultural Council meeting next Monday.
RAF daylight attack on an enemy airfield at Merville west of Lille met heavy anti aircraft fire. The operations included dive attacks on Kangare 85 and an aircraft on the ground, with forces engaging fighters over France. One Messerschmitt 110 was shot down and several more probably destroyed. Night raids over Britain reportedly downed two enemy bombers. Germans advance along the Atlantic coast toward Rochefort Saintes and Cognac while Italians push on the Alpine front.
American Ambassador Mr Zaneee Kennedy urged U S support for the American Red Cross in Britain noting war hardships rival Poland and other nations. He reported 500000 spent with a further million added on June 21 and pressed for urgent broad fundraising to ease suffering.
A Royal Air Force communique says about 60 enemy planes bombers and fighters attacked Malta yesterday. The raid caused little damage and five civilians were wounded. Two Italian planes were shot down.
In Melbourne the Gardiner Chemical Co. Australia Pty. Ltd., a German firm, was declared to profit from U.S. consignments. Wound up under the Trading with the Enemy Act, £5081 was paid into court as accounts were passed by the High Court registrar. Arrangements were made for out of court payments. Half the shareholders were German and 49 percent Australian.
Gifts and loans to the Commonwealth Government total £3,841,000 with weekend receipts of £173,000. Reports from Berlin on a Japanese goodwill mission end with arrival from Rome. In London an engagement between Flight Lieutenant J C Kennedy and Christian Jourd is announced. Melbourne War Cabinet meets tomorrow with Full Cabinet Wednesday. Newcastle workers at Stockton Borehole Colliery boycott Italians. five Italians readmitted, work starts late. The Communist League of Australia is declared a subversive organisation under the Security Act and must disband. Sydney meetings in Domain by Communist League members are banned by the Attorney General.
Observers foresee General de Gaulle uniting France's colonial empire and millions of Frenchmen fleeing to resist a German regime. Churchill and de Gaulle push that peace under surrender would betray the French spirit.
Editorial argues Marshal Petain's government lacks parliamentary legitimacy after Reynaud's cabinet defeat. It condemns a separate peace as a breach of France's Britain alliance pledge and notes widespread dismay among 60 million French across colonies and metropolitan areas.
The Army minister announced new rules to curb unauthorized uniform orders by civilians. Regulations require officers to show authorization when ordering officer uniforms to prevent enemy access, with final approval sought from the Attorney-General.
The bi weekly flying boat air mail service between Australia and New Zealand and a trans Pacific route will resume soon after disruptions from wartime. Flights will operate San Francisco to Auckland and return on a fortnightly basis with intermediate relays through Singapore and Hong Kong.
Commentators compare the present government’s reputation with M. Reynaud’s and warn of possible intrigue amid the debacle. No direct evidence supports suspicions yet British observers are surprised by Paris’s claim that most French want no war. A French National Committee in London has been named for British recognition.
Belgrade reported Prime Minister states Yugoslavia remains neutral and maintains growing cooperation with the Reich. He notes relations were established long before Germany became a neighbor and emphasizes increasing economic collaboration.
Mr Bryant defended government treatment of its employees while criticizing private employers. The Rennie case was referenced. Mr Gibson warned against overreach as the chairman noted a harsh ruling. Costs awarded left the private claimant paying £4 8s while nearly £10 was due for holiday pay in another cast. The discussion touched on master builders, court interpretation, and leave submissions by A W UL and Gardiner.
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