This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 15 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 30, 1939
Page
4
The report notes a Vermant triometer reading near Pam with pressure at 30.04 inches and temperature at 61.2 degrees. Humidity around 85 percent, with a low near 40.2 degrees and a high of 78 degrees. Wind from the NW and rainfall at 2 points observed.
Tributes flowed in Parliament after the death of Mr Frank Baker Labour representative for Griffith Queensland. The Prime Minister and Opposition Leader voiced sorrow and respect. Canberra rumor circulated that Mr Forgan Smith might contest Griffith in the by election created by Bakers passing amid discusses on policy and national insurance.
Ottawa reports a heated Commons discussion led by Dr J Hanon of Shaterview who argues Canada cannot remain neutral in a war and opposes conscription. PM Mackenzie King to lead next Monday's foreign affairs debate. An all party conference may be held to secure resources and unity against looming dangers.
The British government announced a yearly subsidy of 2,750,000 pounds to assist tramp shipping and grants up to 500,000 pounds per year until 1944 to shipowners for new build. A 10,000,000 pound loan over two years and 2,000,000 for emergency vessel purchases were also proposed. An advisory committee would study subsidies to counter foreign competition and aid Dominions routes.
The government announces plans for a national register of manpower in Australia, arguing it is urgent and necessary to mobilize the population for national security. It contends a compulsory register is superior to a voluntary survey and calls Parliament to act quickly, urging trust in leadership and collective effort.
A UK government briefing outlines tax and revenue figures for the financial year and proposes immediate measures to stimulate shipbuilding. It details grants up to £500,000 per year for five years to be paid to owners of tramp and cargo liners and other non refrigerated vessels to boost United Kingdom shipyards, subject to earnings allowing such support.
In the New South Wales Legislative Assembly, Premier failed twice to adjourn debate until April 26 amid a heated clash between Government and Opposition. The Government was defeated 33-32, then 36-0 after the Speaker cast the decisive vote. Several MPs, including Ardill and Shand, backed the Government on the motion, while Magara, Lee, and others attacked the Government. Lee was later removed for interjecting.
Two months after plans to abandon the event due to the season’s outlook, the ACT show carried on. Gate receipts reached £120 with a 50 percent rise in members’ tickets, while Ring events thrilled spectators. Royal Military College and Lanberya Troup competed in jumping and tent pegging, MC won jumping, Light Horse No 1 took tent pegging honours, and VC's Lance-Corporal J. Naylor sustained a broken wrist requiring hospital treatment. Large crowds attended the exhibits and praised produce quality and stock.
Sir Geoffrey Whiskard formally opened the High Commercor show with many officials present. The Prime Minister’s absence was noted as Lady Whiskard, the A.T.P. president, and others expressed gratitude for government and resident support. Judges, exhibitors, and breeders highlighted high quality stock and Canberra exhibitions as a beacon for a larger national show in the future.
The Canberra Cup open event lists participants including Jee Mee Frank Green, Bryanthei Kalple, Runa Kitty, Bonet Collie, Jack Cavannah, Lawton, Peache Cleon Wilby, Ehiryy Dag, and Ted Thi Meauilfte. W. White, Ed Whitn Pomeranian, Mrs. Keefe, and Greyhound entries appear among results with rankings and honors in a lively Canberra scene.
In a local ring event judges Mr 1 Reolt Young and panel including Mw NC Midleen Mrn Crave and Mine Z Motrin evaluated entries across Mare and Pony classes. Winners included Peggy Gibbs riding Cocke a Pony Mare and Pateman Peggy Gibbs in 14 hands divisions, with awards for embroidered and pillow shames and table centre pieces to Jean Barber Bridson and others.
A large security presence greeted guests aboard the liner Stratheage in Sydney terms of restraint. Police and plainclothes officers patrolled while officials urged calm as guests including Jean Barber and Bruce I. Mionie Rowley attended a reception. Embroidered garments and craft displays dominated the event as attendees moved through a crowded deck area.
Detectives examine clothing and articles found in a dam near Howlong Road to determine their year of manufacture. Fractured experts say the Fuji blouse discovered was not made for at least three years, suggesting an older origin.
A horse named Yellow Hombura backed from 2 to 4 pm in a Novice event today. The horse stood well early but clipped a rail, tore a pad, and was pulled up. The animal was later destroyed.
Mrs Waddell widow of the late member for Balmain has been chosen to contest the by election for the Legislative Assembly under the United Australia Party. The by election polling is set for April 22. Alderman Nott of Waverley Council also contested the present election.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.