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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Mar 25, 1939

Page

4

Church Services Across Lent Observances and Parish Notes

Lent services listed with Holy Communion Evensong and Sermon at multiple churches. Preachers include Rev FM Hill Rev Canon Hirst Rev T E Whiting and Rev R D Macleod. Also details for Royal Military College Duntroon Patrick's Braddon Forrest and Duntroon parades and Sunday schools. Presbyterian Congregational Christian Science and Christadelphians entries noted with times and locations in Canberra region.

Peston Bunday John's Bam Hill Canon Hirst Ot Paul's Kingston Sid German Peasoher T. E. Whiting M.A North Amalie R. D. Macleod Bay Compra Royal Military College Church Parade H.C Phildenare Er Wen

Inquiry May Be Deferred Over Health Insurance Scheme

A government health insurance outline was sent to the Friendly Societies and the BMA. Mr. Casey reported that a recent conference failed to reach a satisfactory conclusion and hoped it would not hinder the Royal Commission inquiry into capitation fees. The plan seeks a government contribution capped at £1,000,000 weekly, with defined weekly rates for insured individuals and dependents, and various allowances for sickness and unemployment.

Casey BMA Royal Commission Mick

Defence Statement Highlights South Africa Armament Boost

Defence Minister Piraw presented the annual defence statement to Parliament. The British Government aided various requirements, improving arms equipment. South Africa would soon meet ammunition needs with 2,080 pilots, bomber and training squadrons, Wirraway reconnaissance units, and reserves totaling 25 planes.

Capetown Defence Mtr Piraw Hia Arma South Africa

War Ministry Debate At Exeter Plea For National Unity

In Canberra and Adelaide reports the War Ministry faces cross party calls for national unity to strengthen defence. Prime Ministerial remarks urge cooperation while Lyons and Labour leaders push for stabilizing insurance proposals and a national cabinet. The Sydney Labour Council criticizes government tactics amid ongoing political maneuvering.

Crapton Aulion National Devonport Adelaide Lyons Labour Sydney WAM Labour Council A. R National Cabinet

Weather snippet reports 42 degree temp in New Mexico area

fragment reports a 42 degree temperature reading and a 24 hour forecast segment. no clear location or time beyond NM reference.

Clash in State Parliament Over Children Court Amendment

In Stoney on Friday Mr Evatt and Mr Lang clashed as Evatt seated midweek amid minority support. The debate on a Children’s Court amendment sparked walkouts by Davidean Horsington and others. The chair and opposition pressed, with amendments defeated and exchanges over wording and magistrates’ appointments reflecting partisan tension.

Stoney Clive Evatt Wednerland Dawkson Ind Labour Ena Tha HR Boker Kivatt Ir. Lang Children's Court Bs Horsington Ind Davidean Lab M ‘Ea Wey Idven Idven's Ty Eeren Wimara Horsington Davideon Ava Uae Pender Ian Lang Bvatt Brat Tang Evatt

Advisory Council Meeting Set for Monday

A notice states the Advisory Council meeting is convened for 80 pm by JaN Benn. details are unclear due to damaged OCR but confirms a council gathering on the upcoming Monday.

Spreink Counci Jan Benn Ani Seeely

Arrested for Perjury in Equity Case

Arraigned for perjury after figures in Equity Court proceedings appeared in a nightly session. Jane Vou Wel Atone, 48, reported to have been arrested and charged amid ongoing equity case actions.

Atone Priday Luan Jane Vouwel Yentertay

Hitler's ominous words spark global unrest

The article cautions that Hitler's Memel triumph and remarks on reparations signal aims to restore a Greater Germany. It views his rhetoric as a strategy masking expansion and intimidation, warning that Sudetenland, Austria, and Memel are already under the swastika banner while democracies seek a united front to defend liberties.

Europe Memel von Ribbentrop Hitler Swader Reich Germany Fuhrer Sudetenland Austria Slovakia Hungary Hiller

Passion Services at Bungay Church Week

Church of England Bungay announces fifth Sunday services to prepare for Easter. Reverend M. Hill of the Diocese of Goulburn will preach at morning and Evensong. Canon iet and others organize youth outreach in Canberra and Braddon. Special youth services, sanctuary duties, and Braddon Hall Congregational Meeting set for coming days.

Uvecial Roe St. John's M. Hill Diocese of Goulburn Hill le Moretory Church Society of the Doome Hill John Fuld Mervere Commonwealth Bundey Specelal Nvaning Alx Breddon Man Church of Naw Forrest Oraddos

Congregational Church Services Change Schedule

Congregational church services shift to morning at the Public Hall and evening at the YWCA Civic Centre with Dr Warduck preaching. A bath service is noted in Ub wurder et bath servions by Mr tomorrow. A Cubs parade at Milvbard College is announced, featuring students from Cus.

Iss Bapnile

Canberra Race Club Ball A Glamorous Social Gathering

The Canberra Picnic Race Club held its second annual ball at Hotel Canberra featuring floral horseshoe décor and trophies presented by Mrs. F. W. Hyles. Guests included Sir Geoffrey and Lady Whiskard and Mr. J. Hanner among many. A keynote address by Mr Haydon discussed reflections on present times as other speakers highlighted church unity.

Canberra F. W. Hyles Charles Lane-Poole A. W. Scott Guasa Mn Scott FW. Hyles Geoffrey Whiskard W. Scott J. H. Calthorpe H. Friend Bell Merriman W. T. Merriman Mies Scott Helen Jamen R. Scott Mics J. Pay P. Athey Buckmaster Las A. Mouat Mra Walker H. H. Barber John J. Dent Mian Murray Lask Mr. Milan Mian C Beazley Fa. Byles Mim A. Dent Miss Carpenter B. Watson W. R. Myles Mr. Rossiea Furrands Harod Cox FW. Parker Mies Throsby McPherson Tegregaeter Hylen French Premice Burtinahaw

Highland Pipe Band Ball Delights with Grand March Display

Highland Pipe Band Ball at Albert Hall features a grand march led by pipe Major Rams. Harry Wormald’s orchestra keeps dancers moving as Misses Bulley, Karridge, Brad ley and Hammond perform Highland Fling, Beam Troubles, and Reel. Dozens of guests and a long committee list attend the lively event.

Albert Hall Harry Wormald H. Thorpe Walt Thorpe Hhe Hall Nancy Bulley Stelle Karridge Violat Bradley June Hammond Misa Doris Heudihourck Misa Seobel Taylor Queanbeyan Hall Arcadgementa Messrs W. Bruce W. Thorpe R. Bruce D. Cargill A. Donaldson J. Fins Phillips A. Donewidaon L. Wright J. Howley Jeasle Heudibourck M. Lowndes Measrt A. May G. ‘Kerridge A. Briant J. Welsh R. Gibson 8. Mauger Wally Thorpe Curran T. Burling W. Paxton Wginn N, Patan P. Robinson A. Churban

Shale Oil Production at Newnes Progress Report

A government report notes satisfactory progress in shale oil production at Newnes by the Nella Co Pty Ltd. It confirms the project aligns with obligations under Commonwealth and State government agreements. Officials indicate production aims to sustain a quota into 1940 and progress appears sufficient to meet future expectations.

Rydney. Priday Nella Co Pty, Ltd Newnes Mana Vincent Leglalaire de Hembty Ager Tralia Pany Sestain

Butter production rises despite January slump in 1927

January butter output fell due to drought in New South Wales halting gains. For seven months, Queensland led output with New South Wales close behind as total production rose from the prior year. Exports to the United Kingdom remained limited with a sizable share going to other markets.

Vilar New South Wales Ronald Wilson Queensland Tehurs Tanto New South Queenshina United Kingdom Nich Comeead & Pool Monte Beotinber

Waverley By-Election Nominations Narrowed Amid Death Notice

Nominations for the Waverley by election close amid the death of J W Waddell. Speaker notes the vacancy and two candidates remain from Mrs J Waddell and Nott of Waverley. City figures show voter turnout and average fares compared with last month.

Sydney Waverley J. W. Waddell Amamiolyx Weaverlay Ape U A.P UAP Mra. J. Waddell Tormot Holder West Ame Man Nott

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