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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 17, 1939
Page
4
Canberra weather at 9 am and 3 pm shows barometer 30.06 and 30.04 inches. Temperatures 70.8 at midnight and 75 at 2 pm. Humidity 65 percent both times. 24 hour max 71, min 56, grass 68. NE wind at 9 am, NE at 3 pm. Rainfall 4 points.
Sir Hubert Wilkins left Canberra for Sydney after the Australian cabinet postponed action on his 12 month Arctic exploration project. He travels to London to pursue a submarine North Pole expedition with potential support from women volunteers and backers, despite regulatory obstacles and past mission delays.
The acting Health Minister stated the Government will not amend the Medical Practitioners Act to allow provisional entry of refugee doctors. The Act permits only eight refugee doctors per year and requires outstanding capability to instruct Australians before any private practice entry.
Avnen the President of the French Republic and Madame Lebrun arrived in London on Tuesday for a state visit. They were greeted by the King and Queen at Victoria Station. A state procession from the station to Buckingham Palace will feature the sovereigns escort by the household cavalry.
Three Ganberra applicants have been accepted as cadets at the Royal Biluary this year Collers Dunroon and William J Morrow John N starprook and Colin BE McF Newton My J Odgera recently transferred from the Parliamentary Being Staff to the staff of the Join flue Department received a presentation clock from former colleagues as a token of their wedding and the Prime Minister Parliamentary reporter Mr J S Weatheraton presented the fez remarks were praised by Mr H Temperty.
Canberra forecast notes a cloudy unsettled period with showers and isolated severe squalls. Warm start with northeast winds, then cooler squally southerly change overnight or Friday morning.
In Sydney UA.P. members accuse the government of excluding interested parties from the national insurance plan debate. Sir Frederick Stewart blames Mr Canery for autocratic ways and cites defence spending as a pretext to alter the scheme. Melbourne medical bodies press for a scheme reflecting professionals and friendly societies. Graziers oppose compulsory contributions to the national insurance fund, arguing no greater benefit than taxpayers.
The resignation of Attorney-General Mr Menzies triggers a ministerial reshuffle as Mr Hughes is named to act as Attorney-General and External Affairs head. Mr Lawson also resigns his posts, signaling UAP opposition to national insurance changes. Supporters and possible candidates for permanent appointments are discussed ahead of party meetings.
Tomorrow night the Westmead Boys A Grade band performs at Albert Hall with a programme of popular numbers. An assisting artist lineup includes Frank Harper Clive Bree and Christlo Vaughan Smith with choir performances from J Christopher’s and St Pacfick’s Schools. The bicycle art auction is scheduled for next Friday.
A critical piece argues that Nazi policies and expansions from Austria to Czechoslovakia threaten international order. It warns that Germany’s gunpoint diplomacy and deception endanger all nations and foreshadow further aggression toward Memel and the Black Sea, urging vigilance by Australia and South Africa.
A concert by Sydney artists at the Albert Hall in the city on Saturday April 1 raises funds for the Far West Children's Health Scheme. The lineup includes Godfrey Stirling Kathilliania Peggy Dunbar Enide Lysce Roysten Cox Nancy Gilchrist Myra Sears and Arthur Hinsley with booking plans through local agencies.
Report from Wellington notes growing belief that Gordon Rovertshaay, 43, may have survived the Piha Inuchiontha Bay blaze. A large search party departs Auckland to probe the rugged mountains between Ruiring and Pa, following new information. Police action may extend, as the terrain could hide a long term survivor with ample food.
A vehicle driven by John Pry, 23, of Sydney, lost control and crashed through a fence of an overpass in Grangs, killing Pry. The incident occurred on Thursday near the bridge.
Berlin reports Dr. Otto Fleck, head of the British Dominions section at the Ministry of Economics, says political factors rather than economics hinder expanding Australian and New Zealand trade with Germany. He spoke in a special interview with the Australian Associated Press.
Discussion in Darwin notes that Germany seeks to boost exports to Australia and New Zealand while Dominions must show willingness to expand purchases. Germany may accept shifting some trade from the United States, but Australia and Britain are preferred partners amid wartime restraints. A separate report says fewer Japanese lugboats will operate due to market prices and government policy, with only 12 luggers expected this season. A patrol boat Larrakin will leave Darwin for Sydney for a two month overhaul.
Kevin Cunningham aged two swallowed kerosene from his father's garage in Sydney Road Goulburn yesterday. He was taken to the ambulance station then moved to hospital where his condition was reported to be improving as of afternoon treatment.
A damaged OCR fragment references a press note about The Times and a person named Bauer and a World Service. The readable text is garbled and offers no clear event date place or outcome.
Partial OCR notes describe Crown on can tour in London with The Wing taking the crown, first tin left Rita. Crown of State referenced.
In Sydney speakers urged universal training as essential, with Australia advised to rely on itself rather than Britain. Mr H Wiggott argued the motion pushed conscription too far, noting it had twice been rejected by the Australian people. Dominion debates volunteer system as New Zealand signals intent to adopt voluntary militia training per Defence Minister Jones addresses the Farmers Union.
The Commonwealth announces the first group of up to the new Civil Aviation officers. Minister Thorby explains transfers from the Delenes Department will cancel certain positions and appoint senior staff across drafts, inspectors, aeronautical engines, and aerodromes. The changes take effect when Mr. A. B. Corbett begins the new administration in May.
Due to higher food prices, the Railway raises meal prices in city and country refreshment rooms. Country meals move from 1/ to 2/68, counter service from 1/4 to 1/6, tea from 3d to 4d.
A government report recommends creating a reserve of ex WWI and empire service personnel. Two classes would form: Class A ages 18 to 45 for front line units, Class B ages 45 to for garrison, communications, administration, and training roles. Defense Minister Brerestt said enrollment procedures will be announced.
London reports Sir James Grigg has been appointed permanent head of the War Office as term as Minister concludes. Creedy to retire, with details of the new arrangement pending official notice and dates.
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