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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 26, 1941
Page
4
Doris Oibbons daughter of Mr and Mrs W Oibbons of Canberra becomes engaged to Joseph Moore eldest son of Mrs Moore and the late Mr A Moore of Foss Teead Queanbeyan.
Radio schedule lists a Moonee Valley race meeting with music interludes and a lineup of talks and plays. Announces BBC News and patriotic notices earlier and later events include dinner music and an after-dinner show.
Canberra offices report a permanent parliamentary appointment representing both Houses to oversee government building projects. The move aims to ensure the King George V memorial in front of Parliament House is completed with proper reference to construction plans and government promises.
His Excellency the Governor General with Mr Essington Lewis and Brigadier General Anderson inspected the Commonwealth Ordnance Factory at Maribyrnong and the Commonwealth Forum Laboratories at Parkville before leaving Melbourne for Canberra. Her Excellency Lady Gowrie attended a Greek Independence Day concert at Albert Hall Canberra in aid of the Greek Tay Appeal.
Barometer readings at 9 p.m. 29.73 inches and 3 p.m. 28.35 inches. Temperatures 9 a.m. 64 F and 3 p.m. 70 F. Max 73.3 F, min 36.2 F on grass. Winds 9 a.m. 10 mph, noon 20 mph, 3 p.m. 24 mph. max wind 54 mph at 3 p.m. Tuesday.
The Minister for the Army Mr Spender told the House of Representatives that a provocation would be subbed within the next week against Fostars Shora Pty Ltd in connection with military boots fraud.
The article lauds Greece marking its National Day and champions its liberty alongside Britain and America. It argues Yugoslavia risks its independence by negotiating with Germany, contrasting Greece’s willingness to fight for freedom with Belgrade’s perilous choice.
Dr. L W Nott of the Canberra Advisory Council urged the Parliamentary Public Works Committee to divert funds from new abattoirs to housing. He argued the existing abattoirs are outdated, inefficient, and do not serve local consumers or producers, urging cheaper meat from Sydney or Nimmitabel unless housing needs are met. He noted local meat supply issues, price differences with Queanbeyan, and reliance on Sydney for refrigeration and primary products.
Vital statistics reveal wartime effects on Australia in 1939 with marriage rises and altered birth and death rates. The territory records 125 marriages, 146 births, and 75 deaths, while national trends show births at 120.44 per thousand and deaths at 9.7 per thousand, with a birth rate increase to 17.97.
The Senate Appropriations subcommittee approved a 700000 dollar subsidy to enable American Export Air Lines to begin a limited Trans Atlantic service in competition with Pan American Airways.
Greece celebrated its National Day in Canberra with Dr. Emile Vrisakis presenting a Greek flag to Acting Prime Minister Fadden. Attendees included Sir Frederick Stewart and other dignitaries, as Evzones marched and Greek songs and dances filled the Albert Hall venue.
Mr Fadden lauds Greece as a cradle of civilization and democracy and cites Greek courage in defending freedom. Sir Frederick Stewart lauds the Greek Day Appeal and thanks the Greek people for upholding civilisation. Dr Vriankis notes applause reaching Albania as Greek forces fight for freedom.
Moscow pledges neutrality if Turkey defends its borders as Balkan talks frame German moves. Observers note Russia may seek a joint declaration with Bulgaria, while Germany presses Bulgaria and Yugoslavia, shaping the theater for a possible Balkan crisis and potential war material routes.
A celebration feature highlighted a concert programme where Marie Bremner Stanley Clarkaatt and Ronald Dowd performed carefully chosen vocal items with artistry. Ronald Dowd established himself with a strong showcase.
Reports claim eight point German Yugoslav agreement while Belgrade officials deny signing. Observers note the push for neutrality and economic union in exchange for Vardar Pass access and promise of Macedonia territory, with emphasis on immobilizing Yugoslav forces.
Dutch Foreign Minister Dr. van Kleftens, en route to Batavia, hopes to visit Australia during the trip and then proceed to London. He will depart tomorrow for Batavia to spend three weeks discussing colonial and international issues. He would be the first Dutch foreign minister to visit the Netherlands East Indies and possibly Australia.
In Bethlehem a 24 hour strike delay was declared at the Bethlehon Brawl Corporation parent plant. Company union leaders announced ballotting for officer elections had been halted and would resume tomorrow.
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