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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 26, 1941
Page
2
A conference of state air raid precautions authorities will be held in Melbourne today to advance plans for civilian protection in the event of air raids.
Government outlines emergency stock scheme to accumulate £6,000,000 of essential goods in Australia for three months. Sir Earle Page says transport limits and overseas needs require rapid action with retailers storing stock, banks supporting suppliers, and shared interest charges.
In the House of Representatives Mr Makin argued that women employed in government war duties should receive equal pay and conditions to men. He opposed calling women into actual fighting services until Australia's manpower is exhausted. The Air Minister outlined plans to form a women's RAAF auxiliary, enrolling about 250 wireless and teleprinter operators for ground duties and 70 administrative and cypher staff, with pay about two thirds that of airmen.
A farmhouse five miles from Windsor Mills caught fire injuring seven children. Mr and Mrs Le Clerc were visiting friends when flames broke out destroying the two story building before neighbours could reach the interior. Doors were locked and attempts to reach an upper bedroom failed.
Interim report by the Ship Building Commission on Sydney as a shipbuilding centre is expected soon. Senator McBrides said the commission will tour other states, compile a comprehensive report, and show yard capacity and needed support. A plan by A E Grimshaw to raise £2,510,000 for commercial shipbuilding is being considered.
Civilians share glory of warriors as Ralph Hope sacrifices himself to save others while Arthur Reechant and Ada Pritchard endure bombed streets. Edward Cole repairs a damaged trawler, Gilbert saves colleagues, and Wilson fights on after severe injuries. Stories span Britain and Africa with steadfast bravery.
The Army Minister told the House of Representatives that inquiries will be made to determine actions taken to locate Captain H. C. Rigney, reportedly held in Britain, with details unclear as mixed fragments reference a rescue, hospital care, and bread delivery checks.
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