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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 22, 1939
Page
4
Weaneaday 10 6pm at the Civic. The Armen visited Abie town regularly for over many from W. Flaine, mih.O.
A partial weather note shows a temperature of 80 degrees with a timestamp around 3 pm mentioning Sam and a location identified as Wen or Wen at that time of day.
The minister for the Lynd Mor, MP Mortwen, yesterday stated that he recognises the conditions endured by Outback families, justifying reductions as a measure to improve amenities and living standards for residents.
A man, a painter aged 49, died by electrocution in Goulburn. The incident left a widow and five dependents. Details of the workplace and exact time are not provided in the fragment.
A railway unrest period disrupts preparations as privates support workers threatening a strike during tense negotiations. Authorities consider submitting measures to curb disruptions while labor groups push for safer working conditions and fair wages ahead of key reviews.
The item notes a report concerning land in Luther between the coordinates nought and four. It mentions seats and regional relevance, but the text is fragmented and unclear. Further readable details are needed to extract definitive names, dates, or outcomes.
The Commonwealth Government announces full support for Britain in seeking peace and security amid rising tensions. Prime Minister Lyne says Cabinet reviewed overseas communications and Britain’s actions following German aggression at Munich, stressing a united approach to confront threats to freedom and independence.
In Ottawa Parliament Canada signals support for Britain amid rising war tensions. Prime Minister Mackenzie King clarifies Canada’s stance if Britain is attacked. Conservative Dr Manion pledges full party cooperation with government resources. Defence Dept reports completion of a nationwide protective network to guard industrial plants and public buildings from sabotage. A motion in Parliament calls for immediate action by Dominion to assist the Empire in the crisis.
London reports a House of Commons debate on naval defenses by the Dominions. Sir A. V. Alexander and others urged docking facilities in Australia and South Africa for large warships, while warnings on naval treaties and German U boats were discussed. The session approved the naval estimates.
The piece argues Hitler has achieved two major Central European victories and used plebiscites to advance into Czechoslovakia under the guise of protecting German minorities. It warns Nazism violates treaties, endangers democracy, and threatens civilization, comparing current actions to prewar misdeeds and urging defense of democratic principles against totalitarianism.
Police were informed that a large sum of money was found in a wall during demolition at Wundwick. The discovered notes were reportedly placed there by Leste Laxsurint.
The ACT Cricket Association welcomes a two day Easter tour by a metropolitan team led by Jack Chegwyn. Stan McCabe and Bill O'Reilly are star attractions with matches on Easter Saturday and Monday April 9 and 10. Ground charges are 1 shilling for adults and 6 pence for children with 4 pence car entry. Liquor booths, tea, soft drinks and ice cream will be available at Manuka Oval. Canberra delegates form sub committees to manage the visit and a Canberra team will be chosen later by selectors Thornber Hewson and Murden.
The Commonwealth motor car county fund created in 1938 by a 7d per pound duty on chassis importation will be used by the Government to reduce its large deficit. About £1,000,000 collected under the duty has been diverted into general revenue. Motorist groups reportedly plan to ask the Auditor General about the disposal of funds for a special purpose as Parliament nears, with a March deadline for manufacturers to submit plans for engine and chassis manufacture.
In Queanbeyan, magistrate Mr Ryan condemns ongoing traffic violations and warns of harsher consequences. Arthur Austin Kelly 46 pleads guilty to driving while intoxicated, fined seven pounds and licence suspended for 12 months. Dawes 33 fined seven pounds for drink driving and licence offense. Grant 40 fined seven pounds for intoxicated and dangerous driving after colliding with a police car.
In Sydney many cats have been declawed and torn by dogs during coursing training. The Minister for Justice and the Chief Secretary condemned the actions as fiendish and promised severe punishment for offenders. The New England Coursing Association said they would revoke permits if the Society for the Protection of Animals identified any offender.
In a volatile session on Tuesday the market rebounded after heavy losses. Several industrials regained earlier declines and some Australian concerns touched higher prices with mining shares showing gains amid generalized upward momentum.
In Damascus five killed and 36 wounded as student protests flare. French troops guard key sites and assume internal security duties while clashes spread to Jerusalem. Demonstrators, including girls, face police fire. several police injured. escalating violence continues near Jebel Druze and Hiatyane areas.
A letter from the Moderator of the Presbyterian Church in New South Wales notes the hard position of the church under Japanese rule in Manchukuo. J C Robertson of Mukden spoke in Braddey and Wesley churches about the situation, drawing on Robertson’s decades in Mukden as secretary of the mission society to outline Japanese influence on the church.
Forty schoolchildren aged seven to nine were drowned while playing on Lake Kreminna when a boat overturned. A school family party was aboard. three children were rescued. Authorities investigate the accident as a tragic mishap.
Acting Minister for Commerce, McLeaytowyy, reports factory output reached 1,000,000 plus gains and 12,000,000 over the year, with 3,000 jobs added. He cites hopes for further growth in secondary industries and new local manufacturers as several engineers and sergeants engage with the initiative.
Lorraine aged 28 and Norma Keyes aged 127 were jailed for two months for stealing from St Gregory's Church poor box in Queanbeyan. Police tracked them after a neighbour reported the incident. both were described as strangers to the district and had prior records.
In Sydney Hurstville the primary results show Mr Evatt achieving a substantial majority over Dr Thomas. The tally indicated Evatt secured a clear lead in the Autatylle election with a decisive vote spread while Dr Thomas trailed. The overall Labor primary votes favored Evatt, with figures showing Evatt ahead by a strong margin.
A treaty with India has been concluded to boost cotton and printed goods exports. The accord will stay in force for a year with reduced duties, shaping Ottawa preferences and future tariff levels based on trade volume.
Fragmented note references fruit exports to the Continental market, with mentions of pears apples and a committee. no clear dates or places are provided, and the text appears garbled. The readable bits imply export activity and a committee discussion on market access.
Fragmentary obituary note describes a local resident and a family member, with garbled phrases but mentions a father and a ceremony. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR text, yet the piece signals a death notice and familial connections in Hastings.
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