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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 26, 1941
Page
2
John McLaughlin of 33 Central Avenue Eastwood, former Uriarra resident, father of Callaghan Ernest and Re neta, dies aged 20th? Interred bydiey Tard June. Beloved relic of Hanorah McLaughlin.
The minister discussed expanding roles for women in the home air force and Empire air training scheme. He noted enrolment lasting about a year and potential discharges for those who marry. Pay would run about two thirds of WAAL rates as groups in the Royal Air Force are reviewed for potential changes.
A government led effort in cooperation with regional bodies outlines a charcoal production program tied to Suschen kiln for producer gas units. The plan assigns responsibility for establishment and sales.
The report notes Canberra’s cold start with a grass minimum of 16.3 degrees before a climb to 24 degrees by afternoon. It mentions a prior low of 8.5 degrees on June 17, 1985 and a high of 8.4 degrees on January Ø.
The Advisory Council will meet on Monday. An invitation was extended to the Minister for the Interior but no confirmation has been received. A. E. Gardiner and Dr L. W. Mott have many questions for departmental members.
Wool appraisal list shows prices for various lots including Pre drives Combe Carson Ltd and names such as H. Windsor broken Lid Bellicewyd Koand & Carter. Ewes listed with specific shillings and pence per unit.
Governor General Gowrie received William Holmes of the British Trades Union in Canberra at the Federal Executive Council House. The event included a lunch and meetings with officials including Mr. C. Quartham and Lester of the Opposition. Roger Donegull, once a Pawn Office official, has been invalided home after injuries in Libya. Lieut. Doveran is in Melbourne.
Weather bulletin for Canberra with barometer readings at 9 am and 7 pm and temperature notes. Mentions maximum and minimum temperatures and wind speeds. Includes unclear lines about department tenders for a supply Addie.
Enthu siasm for the war effort was urged at meetings in Canberra by Gunner McAlister MP and Flying Officer Eric Cole RAAF. Speakers stressed the need for enlistment with warnings of long, costly battles and distant borders, urging men to join the A L F and support defence.
The article argues for a larger Parliament to match Australia’s war-time adminstrative expansion. It contends the House should grow from 72 to 96 members as private members face more duties, and calls for direct legislative enlargement rather than waiting for federation changes. It links ministry expansion and new committees to parliamentary strain.
Sydney reports a Canberra conference plan to have states abandon income tax on companies in exchange for 25 million pounds yearly from the Commonwealth, about 5 million less than current combined receipts. State rights would be weakened, though states seek wartime cooperation.
The Causeway hall event features a memorial panel listing individuals who joined the forces. Ministers for Titles and local officials plan the ceremony at Causeway Westage links with a charity focus. Trustees are expected to attend as the hall marks a wartime remembrance effort.
The Department of the Interior recalls tenders for supply of producer gas units from a supplier at Hall and is obtaining satisfactory service. With expected higher use of producer gas in the territory, the department seeks renewed bids.
The Minister for National Services in Wellington reviews a visit to Australia amid defence plans. Australia and New Zealand agree to pool resources and manpower to strengthen home defences and support Britain.
Sir Guy Royal is expected to arrive in Sydney about July 7. If parliamentary business permits, the Minister of the Navy Mr Hughes will meet him. Commodore Muirhead-Gould and Admiral Colvin will welcome him on arrival along with other Naval Board representatives.
Several lawmakers across State and Commonwealth parliaments hold active service or are employed by the Australian military. The Army Minister named specific members: Senator Hergenat Wilson and Gunner H M Blain with the A.L.F. and officers from NSW and Tasmania serving overseas. Numerous state MPs hold officer or private roles within the defence forces.
An architect has been appointed as scaffolding inspector in the ACT. The move aims to oversee safety standards for construction sites and ensure compliance with regulations.
Parliament confirms three additional ministers as the cabinet grows to handle expanded wartime economic and defense tasks. The bill faced opposition over ministerial emoluments and the control balance between Parliament and the executive, with debates on departmental responsibilities and defense coordination. Abbott Speamer and McDowald named to the new posts as duties adjust.
Mr Calwell proposed growing the number of parliamentarians to expedite work and reduce tiny majorities. Strong government support exists, arguing small constituencies would improve efficiency, with no constitutional block. The idea has recurred during wartime, reflecting shifting priorities in Commonwealth structures.
Government announces relocation of secretariat officers from Canberra to Melbourne to ease communications with the Department of Labour and National Services and the Department of Munitions and Supply. Headquarters remain in Canberra. some offices to move to Vaughan House and other sites.
Major Treloar, ex Information Officer with the ALF, is named to General Blamey’s staff to relay rapid information on Austrian troop operations. The government considers panels led by McFarlane Armitage Copland and others, plus select committees on manpower war expenditure profits and social security.
A regional digest evaluates German efforts against Russian defenses, noting that progress hinges on avoiding winter rains and that vast marsh barriers complicate advance. It cites lies on the Stalin Line and Maginot equivalents as isolated strong points, with front contact not yet joined and weather shaping the tempo of operations.
The text reports Churchill declaring Britain will attack Germany by day and night. It discusses expected increased Allied air activity over Germany, German air losses, and strategic implications for Poland, Russia, and the broader war effort. It notes RAF leaflet campaigns and potential shifts in Luftwaffe deployments.
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