Losses at Sea Week Totals Vessels and Tonnage
An Admiralty statement lists weekly sea losses: 3 British ships totaling 5,490 tons, 2 French vessels totaling 9,172 tons, and 4 neutral ships totaling 15,321 tons. Most losses from mines and none of the vessels were convoyed. Only four ships sunk by submarines since February 24. 12,816 British French and neutral vessels conveyed by the British Navy, with 328 lost. The French Navy has conveyed more than 2,000 vessels and only four were sunk.
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London
Sula
Danish fishing boat Marki damaged in Dutch seas
Report from Copenhagen says the Danish boat Marki was bombed and machine-gunned while bound for Holland, 165 miles off the Norwegian coast. Other ships were attacked as German air forces conducted recon flights over Britain and France and sank an armed merchantman.
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Government to Introduce Workmen's Compensation Bill
London report states the Government will introduce a Workmen's Compensation Bill. It will admit family allowances for the first time, providing a weekly supplement of 5 shillings for the wife when the husband is disabled, and 3 shillings for dependents under 15. Partial incapacity benefits also outlined.
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Sieu
Easter Weather Outlook in Sydney Forecasts Unsettled Days
A Sydney meteorologist notes Good Friday and Easter may be fine in parts, but unsettled conditions could develop by day or Monday as a weak front moves through.
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Mr. Newman
Weather Report for Canberra Day Temperature Readings
Weather bulletin from Canberra notes temperatures at 9 am and 3 pm with 18.2 degrees as a 24 hour average. Maximum near 64 degrees, minimum around 62, with gusts and NW wind reported. 24 hour wind velocity measured at 19 mph at the aerodrome.
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Easter Holidays No Canberra Times Edition On Good Friday
The newspaper will skip its Good Friday issue in line with custom, while all other publishing operations proceed as usual during the holidays.
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Canberra Times
Oil drives war effort as nations boost production
The piece notes oil as vital to war, citing global output rising 4.3 percent in 1939 to over two billion barrels. It highlights Australia’s shale projects aiming for up to 70 million gallons annually, with local output planned near 15 million gallons and various shale and by product sources. It warns higher costs vs imported petrol but modest per gallon savings.
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Britain and France Deepen Colonial Cooperation
Colonial Secretary Mr. Malcolm Macdonald and French Minister Georges Munel agreed on measures to strengthen British French colonial collaboration. An office will be created in London and Paris to maintain permanent liaison, with regular conferences between neighboring colonies and exchange of information among colonial services.
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Malcolm Macdonald
M. Georges Munel
Colonial Office
Ministry For Colonies
Paris
Lalson
Hinda
Meiiica
Australian minister and wife reach America in San Pedro
Mr. K G Casey the Australian minister to America and Mrs Casey arrive in San Pedro on a Sunday. They greeted each other and later lunched at the M G M studio. They plan to fly to Washington arriving in March.
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United States Lines to Increase Australia Sailings
Pacific Trade reports United States Lines will inaugurate more frequent sailings of the American Pioneer Line to Australia from June 30. May introduces faster vessels shrinking New York to Brisbane to 26 days with sailings every 20 days, replacing 40 day intervals. Alternate voyages will stop at Gulfporta, adding 10 days to the voyage. The Quaker City starts the new pattern leaving New York March 30, followed by the Petter on April 20.
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American Pioneer Line
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Indian status independence demanded at Kolkata meeting
The Ramgarh Congress meeting rejected Dominion status and backed full independence. Left Wing urged immediate action. Communists called for civil disobedience and total severance from Britain. Gandhi faced criticism for not promoting civil disobedience and stood firm as leader. He warned against internal factions and said the resolution strengthens his position. Gandhi also commented in Harijan on O Dwyer’s murder, urging principled fight against policy not malice. Lord Zetland received praise in Lords after Caxton Hall incident. officials stressed the murder would not derail British policy on India.
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Lag in Defence Works Delays Australian Spending
The article notes a lag in the defence program similar to Britain, with Cabinet set to discuss accelerating Australia’s defence schedule. Officials warn of possible employment impacts, and tighter departmental routines may boost efficiency. Last year’s speed-ups helped speed contracts, with 1939-40 defence allocation seen at about £64-65 million, leaving a £4 million carryover for the next year.
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Commonwealth Cabinet
Menzies Plans Expanded War Cabinet With New Composite Ministry
Prime Minister Mr Menzies will announce tomorrow a reconstruction of the War Cabinet into a nine minister body, forming a Composite Ministry. The new roster adds Leader of the Country Party Cameron and McEwen as External Affairs Minister, while Hughes or Sir Henry Gullett may be dropped to keep size manageable.
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Coal Dispute Grips Government Across Regions
In Sydney on Tuesday Prime Minister Menzies promised a statement on the coal dispute after talks with Minister Hughes. Officials warn of potential strikes affecting Port Kembla steelworks and other critical industries. Queensland proprietors aim for state led regulation while interstate rail services face more cancellations from April 1.
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City expansion announced for J B Young Canberra stores
H G Colman managing director of J B Young Pty Ltd announced a major expansion in Canberra. The corner block vacated by Brighter Homes will be developed into an up to date hardware department with a new mens wear section and shoes. The grocery space will be doubled and the frontage will extend beyond the Kingaton store.
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War pensions boost for widowed parents of unmarried soldiers
British war pensions rise for parents of unmarried men killed in action. Minimum pensions increase from 2 shillings to a higher rate, and the existing maximum of 10 shillings for one parent and 12 shillings sixpence for two will gain a five shilling uplift in exceptional cases. Claimants' capacity for self support not considered.
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London
Russian oil output falls short of 1940 plan
Moscow report in the Commissariat for Heavy Industry journal notes only 6 of 135 planned wells opened in the Baku area in two months, with similar lag elsewhere. Output at Little Baku dropped as just 30 percent of the new-well plan was fulfilled. the 1840 schedule is described as minimum.
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Countess Buctive Leaves Government House
Personal vice-regal Countess Buctive is reported to have departed Government House in a move prompting official ceremonies and public attention. The event is noted in domestic summaries with emphasis on protocol and succession implications.
Trail of Russian Air Raids in Finland Reported
Helsinki reports 80 air raids by Russians during hostilities killing 37 civilians. They bombed 46 hospitals destroyed 122 stone buildings and damaged 364 structures. Russians destroyed 1 467 wooden houses damaged 26 000 and gutted four churches with five more damaged.
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Brennero Conference Signals Hints Of War Shift
Observers report signs from the Brennero talks as Germany broadens military and political offensives while Italy pursues its own vital rights. Berlin and Rome press cite potential peace offensives with a spring push, amid mixed international reactions and diplomatic chatter.
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Europeans Weigh Neutral Stance Amid German Rweig In Balkans
Southeast Europe weighs neutrality as Germany Italy and Russia seek a joint or separate policy. Belgrade notes Nazi peace rhetoric masks expansionism while Romania, Soviet and Balkan corridors raise questions about supply routes and future occupation plans. March 24 Rome visit noted.
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the Times
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Canberra Times abandons UK newsprint policy amid war shortages
The Canberra Times explains it has dropped its UK only newsprint rule due to wartime embargoes and higher North American prices. It notes UK mills can supply at controlled prices, but the shift ends a long standing preference for British newsprint and reflects supply constraints and exchange costs.
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Call for Officers in 7th Division
The 7th Division calls for officers for the second ALF term. The division aims to recruit 1,000 officers with about 100 to be elected. The exact date and further details have not yet been announced.
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