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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 20, 1941
Page
3
A scratched OCR item shows partial details about a local notice with readable fragments including dates and official names. The fragmentary text hints at a legal or civic action but lacks complete context for full interpretation.
A terse brief notes amended authority for acquiring funds for Australian troops and parcels. It mentions towel price reductions by 6 percent after a government inquiry. Other items cover munitions works extension, coast revenue surplus, wheat acreages licenses, and pensioner earnings discussions.
Grants totalling 15 900 483 pounds were distributed to various states for all purposes. Minister Car supply (Senator McBride) stated in the Senate that allocations were recommended by the Grant Commission and outlined sums for New South Wales Victoria Queensland South Australia Western Victoria and Tasmania with amounts listed in the report.
In Washington the Affairs Committee of the Senate heard Dr Morris Piahbein editor of the American Medical Association Journal discuss Britain’s need for American medical care. He urged use of volunteer American physicians to assist the seriously ill patients and stressed the value of American support.
An old advertisement touts Dr Morse Indian Root Pills as a remedy for constipation headaches and indigestion. It claims the pills cleanse the bowels liver bile ducts and kidneys and invites readers to try them tonight for immediate relief.
The annual Canberra Chamber of Commerce meeting, chaired by Mr. W G Woodger, reviewed officer elections and a year of active civic work. The report noted strong public support for a Federal Capital, continued town planning input, and cooperation with Government and Interior Department. The chamber urged extending the Canberra automatic telephone exchange to nearby centers and considered restructuring industrial relations as it backs forming a Canberra branch of the Employers Federation.
A parliamentary inquiry seeks the terms of reference for a Commonwealth commission into the supply of bread at army depots. It questions Captain Rigney’s appointment, administration actions, and a motion from Mr Lassarin regarding operations tied to Australia. Mr Ward asks about the boots scandal and related government actions.
Government tightens rules to curb fraud in food material supply for defence forces. Amendments shift burden of proof to claimants, with defense indicating future contractor compliance can negate charges. Officials discuss practical enforcement and penalties.
A Canberra court granted an order related to motor vehicle operation after the defendant Hoare faced license issues. The case involved a collision at the Macquarie Street and King’s Avenue intersection with Ford and Mrs Co. and included testimony from Mrs Miller. A verdict followed on February 10.
Serious charges emerged as Mr. Ward demanded a full inquiry into camp conduct. He described solitary confinement for minor offences and brutal treatment, citing 14 days detention for two up, and poor ventilation. Minister for the Army accepted an inquiry by an independent present and Mr Border, though he doubted the portrayal.
Reader testimonials praise Charmosan face powder for concealing blemishes and giving a younger appearance. Comments say it lasts well and enhances skin, with strong compliments on its perfume and impact.
An Otago era notice lists a Far West Concert at Albgat Hall on Saturday night at 1 p m with uniformed men to transport attendees. Also advertised are accommodation requests, a last stock sale, and part time and full time job ads for youths and adults in Canberra Kingston and surrounding areas.
The Fuel Control Authority ACT announces an extended holiday and outlines requirements for Motor Spirit Consumer Licences CLABBIjan Capital Territory. Licences must be delivered by Monday 24 March and ration tickets for March issued with new licences.
A fragmented newspaper snippet lists face powder shades including Rachel Naturelle Peche and Sun farge bow 3/6 Bold. The notice mentions Evel chemists drapers and stores and references chain stores selling the product.
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