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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1944
Page
4
Government review confirms no change to existing price ceilings. New posters instruct retailers to display updated retail prices for beef and bread. Market prices must not exceed the top ceiling. retailers urged to align with the published figures and public notices.
In Parliament the Standing Committee on Civic Works heard from National Oil Pty manager Mr Grigiths about Bacramt shale oil. He stated Glen Davis output will rise from 3 to 4 decades of thousands of gallons weekly to 1.5 million gallons, with projected production at Glen Davis reaching six to seven million gallons of petrol per year once the new plant operates.
The article reports a debate over militia admission to RS.S. membership sparked by ME Mr. Von McWilliam, a Tobruk MEM winner, who after service in Australia urged change. McWilliam said he once opposed front militia admission but now supports reconsideration amid post-war affairs and stronger organization calls.
Last week in Canberra the ADC list discussed scouting progress with Fev speaking on scouting and AL urging boys to greater effort. The group’s monthly committee met Friday and planned a six week dance show with items by Scouts and Cubs. The troop seeks officers including scout master and lodge master, and invites registrations. A seventh anniversary Scout entertainment is planned for Friday July 21 overseen by TL Haslam. St Paul’s troop is reforming with patrol leaders named and contact sought for Cub or Boy joining. Padre McKeown offered the church hall for Friday night meetings as the program begins.
A Canberra party of Guides and Guiders attended a time honoured rally honoring Lady Gowrie. They marched with the Australian Flag from Whitehall and the Coronation Standard before Her Excellency, forming a map of New South Wales. The event included a token book and a boomerang presentation, with Brownies and Rangers performing displays before returning home.
Melbourne final acceptances listed for the Grand National Hurdle at Hemington on Saturday with horses like Cape Hero Bal Jerry Cronin and Aqmerius. Sydney Turf Club gains extension to September 20 to decide which racecourse to take over, needing Treasurer approval for possible course acquisition. Allegations arise in Melbourne of tramway funding linked to Moonee Valley race meeting disruptions and six-day week traffic restoration.
In Melbourne the jury after a long hearing found Antonia Agostin guilty of manslaughter in the death of his wife and he awaits sentence. Counsel urged leniency noting the ten years of secrecy surrounding the matter. A prosecution witness was ordered to remain silent as the court heard circumstantial evidence linking the shooting to the injuries that proved fatal.
Local notes describe a deteriorated meat batch with poor quality indicators. Officials warn buyers to verify safety and quality before consumption. The fragment hints at a broader health risk and urges caution in handling unknown meat products.
A government probe into tyre blackmarket activity revealed prices up to 100 pounds and plans for a broader crackdown. NSW road transport officials, led by Mr Neale, announced upcoming changes placing rubber regulation under central control from July 1, directing all tyre and tube applications to a new central office.
The Basketball Association plans a August trip for teams to Sydney with two or three clubs leaving August 2. Players must submit short names and positions for selection by Wednesday. Last Saturday results include GRADE WRANS defeating CBAIR 32 to 8 and Grammar 1 beating WAAFS 30 to 8. Fixtures for next Saturday list multiple GRADE and AWAS matchups across Court 1 2 and 3 with umpires named.
The schedule lists Friday fixtures at 2 pm with St Christopher's facing Karreat LJ Lae and Wilkinson, WIANA meeting Grammar 2, Judy Howard and I Chattel, WCA 2 against Charan 1 Kawarrhy and DY Tay, Tx-students versus YWCA 11M, Grammar versus Hall 18, Schenk against Brophy, AWAS versus WAAAF Hellyer and A Grayt.
Sydney notes Waverley Cricket Club will mark its 6th anniversary at the annual meeting on July 25. The club, founded in 1804, claims a long record of members who have played for Australia XI and England teams over its more than 30 years.
The priority to operate on the carriage of blood stock Interstate by sea was announced tonight by the Director of Shipping Sir Thomas Jordan. The buyer is blood stock for breeding yearlings and race horses either for spelling or racing. Sir Thomas added that it was hoped to have shipping available.
An old advertisement fragment promotes a remedy for constipation and assorted everyday complaints. It suggests a universal solution for biliousness headaches digestive discomforts and general ill health without detailing ingredients or proven effects. The brief copy reflects historical patent medicine style.
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