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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1940
Page
3
The Labour Council in its last meeting opposed extending Parliament and war savings certificates. It urged Commonwealth authorities to proceed with care and warned against political motives behind any proposal. The discussion touched on defence, government authority, and the risks of partisan manipulation.
Treasurer Mr Spender warned traders against accepting War Savings Certificates as payment or for pools. He said such breaches would be met with strong action and urged cash via Savings Certificates only at post offices, noting certificates over 200 pounds should not be acquired by any single person.
Melbourne Friday reports that starting August 1 more than six million special Red Cross stamps will be sold for one penny. Profits go to aid sick and wounded Australian soldiers. Postmaster-General Mr Thorby notes these stamps are not postage stamps but can be used on envelopes or parcels to provide a link to overseas relief efforts.
The Minister for the Interior announced the tender for the structural work on the Canberra Community Hospital has been accepted. Concrete Constructions Pow Lik of Canberra won the bid for £94,100. the price excludes doctors residence, electrical work, and other equipment.
Justice O Mara in Sydney Arbitration Court criticizes Federated Engine Drivers and Firemen's Association move to hold stop work meetings across states. He says court did not delay hearing union claims and may have shown unwarranted preference. Outcome depends on union stance on arbitration.
A conference between fruitgrowers and Commonwealth and State governments will discuss renewing the apple and pear acquisition scheme. About 60 representatives will attend with some states supporting extension while New South Wales opposes. Data prepared in Canberra for submission to the conference and the Agricultural Council meeting set to begin Tuesday.
The King visits a Scottish regiment at a military camp in England. Bomb loading on American planes aids operations in France. England produces cruiser tanks in large numbers to close the gap with Germany as factory scenes show assembly and lifting of tanks.
Henry South aged 18 was charged under the National Security Regulations for buying a pen rifle without authority. The Quéanbeyan Court heard the case before Mr C W English J P and South was remanded until Tuesday on the application of Constable Sullivan.
The Queen met many attendees including Mr and Mrs Jordan and Mr BoM rer as she greeted members of the Victoria League in Magdavid Peredhoat. A guard of officers formed and she spoke with Australians New Zealanders and Canadians during the visit.
Canada marks federation mid point with Dominion Day celebrations. The High Commissioner for Canada Mr C J Buresell will speak at Wesley Church Central Mission Melbourne Sunday at 4 pm, broadcast by Station SLO. Mr Barehell to host luncheon of 'Chnichins' in Melbourne. Offer in Canberra remains open Monday amid remarks on the Queen’s complexion.
The Japanese Consul General in Australia will handle Italian affairs during the war. External Affairs Minister McEwen said arrangements were made for the Italian diplomatic party to depart by Japanese vessel to Kobe and return via Melbourne. Three Italian consular officers will stay briefly to complete handover to the Japanese, under a reciprocal British Italian government exchange.
The Swiss Telegraph Agency reports Britain offered compensation to the Swiss government for damage from bombs accidentally dropped on Geneva on June 1. The apology and settlement aim to compensate affected parties and restore relations between Britain and Switzerland.
The Canberra Grammar School of Moye Valor held an annual dinner and ball at Hotel Canberra last night with 58 attendees including ALAA and ALF members on special leave. Canon W J Edwards chaired the event, noting 48 ex-students serve in Navy Army Air Forces and Merchant Marines. mourners paid tribute to Robert Barden and Eric Yates. officers elected include Patton and F De Salle. over 400 guests heard speeches and proceeds go to a War Fund.
The Federal Match Company chief Mr C Sundstrom said output rose 20 percent after the war, but households and shops report a shortage in New South Wales. He blamed hoarding by someone in the state, insisting manufacturers are not at fault.
The Industrial Commission today suspended a Petrol and Oil Sellers Conciliation Committee order that prohibited petrol sales after certain hours and on holidays. The Commission ruled the committee failed to properly protect the public interest and acted on a misinterpretation of its powers.
Leaving Certificate pupils hosted a school wide fancy dress event at Canberra Girls Grammar School raising £5 6s for war funds. Prizes awarded for costumes. School sports saw A and B basketball teams beat St Benedict’s Queanbeyan and High School 3rd team. Hockey draw with High School Firsts. Ignaz Friedman piano recital drew many boarders to Albert Hall. Old Grammarians sewing evenings begin at the school as war activity. A Canberra High School cental Australian scene drawing sent by Mr R J Rucall to the school. London drawing models arrive for technical class. Parent and Citizens Association books exceed 30 volumes. Reports sent to parents for Leaving and Intermediate Certificate.
The Monterey left San Francisco after the CSO placed three wireless operators aboard following a wage dispute. The departure was delayed as operators walked off seeking higher pay.
Telopea Park failed to clinch a strong win but beat Queanbeyan Public School 24 3 to stay atop the Primary Schools Sports Association table. Key performers include Kelly Hobday and Hut chinson with solid forward work while Queanbeyan Convent and Ainslie also posted results in the day’s fixtures. St Christopher's Convent School routed Canberra Grammar 43 0.
German communique from London reports a submarine sinking 35 000 tons of shipping. Earlier it said a 98 000 ton vessel was sunk.
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