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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 02, 1939
Page
4
A brief note of gratitude thanks friends for their willing help at the eelpeest lake occasion on the author’s behalf. Special thanks are given to Mr. L. Penny and Mr. J. White for collecting a generous sum. Signed E. W. Box.
Barometer readings at 3 pm show 30.80 inches and 203 inches earlier. Temperature around 66 degrees with a 62 reading. humidity near 20 percent. Maximum and minimum temperatures listed, wind NNW around 6 points. other numbers appear garbled.
Paris authorities warn Corriere Della Sera correspondent to quit France as reprisal for expulsion of French journalists. Reports say Italian government blocks foreign press access by telephone and wireless during a conclave, hindering Vatican coverage.
Blake Myers, 29, jailed two years on 19 car theft charges. Mr Arnold urged adopting the Borstal system for youths, proposing a prison farm placement to separate youthful offenders from hardened criminals and teach trades, arguing it could curb criminal tendencies.
Police service association called on the Minister for Justice to set up a select committee to investigate administration after a recent disturbance in the gaol. The inquiry aims to review administrative handling and policy responses following the incident weeks ago.
The defence minister, amid taunts in Parliament, explains his European trip focusing on airways, trade relations with Europe, and territorial issues Spain hosts wartime responses linked to broader foreign policy.
A garbled report references Dr Clyde Fislag Jett Caamer and someone named Romney planning a world tour with a Canberra peace aim. It mentions cantered discussions of international matters, travel to the United Kingdom and Europe, and future studies including graduate work in a foreign country.
Sydney, Wednesday, the Treasurer Mr. Mair gave an important statement in the Legislative Assembly on the state financial petition. He said the position was precarious and that more funds would be needed to sustain local government development and social services. He proposed extending Commonwealth credit or issuing short term bills to proceed with development without hindrance while noting past efforts to curb expenditure and promising careful future spending scrutiny.
The Canberra Hospital Board condemned the current buildings at an adjourned meeting and urged temporary ward facilities while awaiting a new hospital. It discussed reducing nursing hours to 48 per week and the need for urgent accommodation, with emphasis on central wards and emergency capacity.
The Licensed Vietualiste Association seeks cooperation with Health authorities to suppress drip tray beer sales in hotels. Legislative action in Sydney discussed measures to curb illicit liquor practices and the role of hotelkeepers in enforcing sobriety.
A critical editorial argues that national insurance has survived attempts to derail reforms in Australia, condemning government compromise on unemployment and social security. It accuses Parliament of minority dictation, likening the tactic to fascist control and warning that cabinet minority tyranny may still endure without decisive resistance.
Raymond Rhepherd aged 23 was sentenced to 12 months in prison for demanding money with menaces from four residents. Detectives testified letters demanded 100 at a spot with the threat The Black Hand Gang. The writer claimed unemployment and a sick wife.
A wartime briefing outlines vulnerabilities in key industries including Bunnerong power and Port Kembla. Defence and commerce ministers condemn delays and call for a clear plan to prioritize public works for development and defence.
A scrambled report indicates Rome Berlin Axis forces modify altitude for a route toward Berlin. The terse note mentions coordination with German authorities and a potential realignment of aerial operations.
Government announces officers will visit Raia authority to study latest army developments in army organs. Major General Downes to lead medical service study. Temporary transfer approved for about a month. Major General Covent departs March 21 for India with studies spanning Britain, Asia, Canada, and Palestine. Major-General Lavarack to join the Wao fire in London in May and then be attached to the general staff for familiarization with mechanization and training.
A mission ambulance, sent to Ip Allee Springs near Adelaide, was located today at Twins station. Cynthia Letts, mother of three passengers, sent 1 gram to Melbourne. The search began yesterday led by Rev Cristha of the Methodist church, with Rev Johncock and Pastor Albrech from Hermennaburg.
Government figures show 17 447 growers contributing to a 1938 wheat harvest of 59 124 000 bushels. Production varied by region from 22 to 31 bushels per acre, with notable gains over the prior year and wide regional differences.
The arrival of Italian immigrants faced delays and uncertainties as officials, including Teresence Cal Clano's brother, oversee ongoing hearings and attempts to resolve the situation, with only a portion permitted to proceed.
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