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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 13, 1940
Page
3
The readable lines describe a partial local notice fragment with unclear names and places. It mentions a public action at a local site and a related deadline. Names, dates, and organizations are not clearly legible in the OCR. The text remains too fragmentary to identify a full event or outcome.
The National Library will close early at 12:30 PM for the AGT show. Regular hours resume in the evening after the broadcast.
A community theatre group stages a fundraising production titled A Dig at the Albert Hult venue to support war relief. Cast members will perform twice, with proceeds aiding the war fund and local patrons urged to attend by 8 PM.
London reports Lord Halifax informed the League of Nations that Britain supports extending the Hague Court mandate for five additional years unless the United Kingdom enters war. The message, relayed by Mornay, stresses Britain's position on the court's remit.
Fragmentary text reports a plan to transfer hospital staff from male to female roles under the Voluntary Aid detach ment led by Colonal McGuire. The chairman notes a cull and continued support for veteran survivors, with references to Overman and Cherry.
Fragmented OCR text references a conspiracy claim involving individuals with surnames Woolcott Forbes Sydney Tudsuny Wegleckt and Lewnais. Mentions witnesses, statements about a Scottish Loan, and private school affairs. Details are garbled. no clear dates or outcomes emerge.
A garbled report from Sydney notes woolgrowers pressuring authorities for release related to a sale policy. The piece mentions pastoral interests, the New South Wales conference, and government reaction as representatives discuss terms.
A Sydney jury acquitted George Allen, a 25 year old labourer, of charges from the Quarter Sessions. He faced trial for breaking into the St Peters branch of the Bank of New South Wales on January 20 and stealing £2262, three revolvers and other official articles. The judge ruled there was no case for the jury and directed the acquittal.
Far West concert party in Sydney presents a programme of music and entertainment to raise funds for crippled children. Notable artists include Randall Quayal, Myra Leard, Olive Wood, Stanley Clarison, Berk Harrow, and others. Tickets go on sale March 26 with reserved seats and children’s half-price options.
Francis Joseph Keown, 32, a horse trainer from Wagga, was acquitted on a charge of committing a serious offence against an 18 year old girl on November 4. The Crown admitted lack of corroboration, noting the girl had visited the stables multiple times during a month in Wagga.
Dr Harold Alt of Sydney, a member of the National Health and Medical Council, spoke at the Anne Mackanie Oration on how emotional distress causes physical ailments. He argued prevention requires self knowledge and self control, and that treating psychical distress is key to curing functional disorders.
Commonwealth Government issued regulations requisitioning cold stores for storage of perishable fruit and vegetables including apples and pears. Compensation will be paid for storage space, with rates to be set if owners cannot renew terms.
The notice outlines holiday hours for Canberra GPO and surrounding malls in Canberra City and Manuka. Morning business opens at 9 30 am with extended hours for some locations, and postman delivery changes due to the holiday schedule. Transport and mail closures are noted with the usual delivery affected and a 12 00 tidy time for post clearances.
A garbled report notes meat rationing measures are being organized nationwide. It mentions Adequate meat supplies and food distribution planning, with references to weekly allowances and potential increases. The piece implies government oversight and public concern over meat availability.
The readable text discusses national character traits and instinctive emotional responses, noting rapid, unconscious reactions and tenacity as foreshadowed by initial feelings. It mentions Sir Colm Mackenzie and an institute he founded in memory of his mother.
A fragmented listing shows a day’s radio programming with music segments, devotional services, talks, and news items. Notable entries include Eugen Music, Essential Services, Midday Melodies, and a Canberra Times news brief at 12 20, plus interviews and cultural programming from 2BL and Canberr.
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