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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 01, 1941
Page
2
The Canberra Times outlines ad submission rules requiring advertisements to reach the office before 8 p m on the day prior to publication. Advertisers must endorse each ad and ensure proper names and figures are correct, with nonconforming copy possibly held over.
Opposition groups challenge the acceleration of income tax payments arguing the move redoubles pressure on citizens. The association from New Soul contends the policy ignores temporary revenue lag from prior expenditure and calls for reconsideration of the payment schedule.
The report notes broad support for relief efforts with large sums raised for Australia and America during wartime. Contributions include 180400 dollars from the Angac Fund and 500,000 pounds to servicemen, reflecting strong civilian backing for theatres of war.
An advance Douglas DCS aircraft, described as a one wheel type, arrived in Sydney on a goodwill tour. The craft is promoted as offering greater stability in landing and is attributed to the Versteegh management vector.
A fragmentary clipping mentions a fest captain and an officer in a tops event with unclear details. Names, dates, and places are unreadable, leaving only vague references to leadership roles and a maritime or aerial context.
The Canberra Times urges every Australian to support the Commonwealth Loan of £35 million as a key war effort. It highlights that taxation limits push reliance on voluntary funding and proposes employers facilitate weekly employee savings to buy war loan certificates, widening investment and thrift nationwide.
Wednesday report notes Mr Matsuoka's possible Tokyo visit and questions about a Washington trip. Cabinet spokesman Mr John says he does not know. Mr Isahli defers to Italy and Germany on objections. Mr Svahti says extending patrols toward Britain is friendly but dangerous.
Lisbon dispatch notes Europe sealed for refugees heading to America while Britons in London and unoccupied France seek repatriation. About 300-400 Britons remain in London and 200 more in France with 100 booked for England by plane but blocked by priority airliners. American Export Line ships plan to clear 7,000 booked refugees over the year with four ships operating and priority passengers aboard.
Washington reports suggest Pacific stabilisation has progressed beyond issue though Tokyo dispatches seek U.S. views on inviting the Japanese Foreign Minister to Washington. Officials remain reticent about formal communication but note Cordell Hull and Sumner Welles have made clear U.S. refusal to accept Japan dictating a new order for areas outside its sovereignty.
U S stock market showed a rise with turnover above 600000 shares the largest in three weeks. Coal railroad and gold shares firmed while government bonds remained steady. Australian bona edged up slightly as wheat held steady and most commodities climbed. The market signals cautious optimism that American aid will eventually influence the war impact.
The Prime Minister Mr Fadden said he would institute the closest inquiry into lead shipments that recently left Australia for Japan, as reports tied Melbourne to the shipments and their destination.
The Steel Workers' Organizing Committee ordered work stoppages affecting about 7000 employees at two major steel firms and National Steel Canadian Corporation in Montreal. The action followed a ban on labour debates by Prime Minister Mackenzie King in the House of Commons.
Barometer readings were 30.16 inches at 8 p.m. and 30.4 inches at 3 p.m. Temperatures ranged from 54 degrees at 4 a.m. to 62 degrees at 3 p.m. The 24 hour high was 64.6 degrees at 3 p.m. and the low 43.2 degrees on screen, with grass at 29.5 degrees. Winds were B.B.W. 4 mph at 9 a.m., N.W. 2 mph at 2 p.m., and N.E. 2 mph at 3 p.m.
Four parishioners testified they were swindled of funds by promoters of a company selling hygienic shrinkage free bathing suits. Emile Vaillancourt and Raoul Charlebois are charged with conspiracy and misappropriation for convincing them to invest eight years ago.
Curtin will present the offer to the Labour Party before replying. Labour members will discuss the latest pempeee of Saline Here distry. The Acting Prime Minister Fadden will fix the date for Parliament's reassemble and held long talks with Curtin on war matters.
Whitlock, a Home Guard volunteer, received the George Medal for sustained courage during air bombardment on October 18. He was hit by debris and bullets, injured arm leg and side, but dragged himself back to the wrecked office and guided his action leader to safety before being admitted to hospital.
The Air Ministry reports heavy raids by the German Luftwaffe on west and south west Britain. Plymouth faced major bombing with fires and destruction. Authorities announce an evacuation plan for about 10 000 school children from affected areas while combat aircraft fought off enemy bombers.
Canberra police leader Col Jones urged continued public cooperation to curb crime and risky driving, especially when alcohol impairs judgment. The conference honored retiring officers and announced new office-bearers, while noting a raise in member subscriptions and praise for reform efforts influencing the Police Superannuation Act.
Kent Meesevelt announced a request for a survey of civil aviation facilities to determine how many planes could be mobilized for democratic defense. Secretary for Commerce Jessa Joyce to conduct inquiries. President declined to specify destinations or plane types. The New York Times suggests planes will likely be sent to Britain and China.
In late March 31 operations a German, Dutch, French and Norwegian force sighted two 3000 ton tankers sailing west to refuel submarines in the Atlantic. Bombers attacked from 300 feet and scored direct hits on both ships, hitting the stern and causing damage as they dived.
Dr Evatt condemned proposed restrictions on press criticism of the war effort citing past incidents where suppression thwarted timely exposure of errors. He warned government servants used authorship to blunt critique of journalism. Labour Leader Forde praised press as vital in exposing weaknesses and guiding reforms.
The Secretary of the Service Station Association of New South Wales announces that from May 1 only one orange branded petrol will be sold across Australia. He says petrol could be presented in up to ten distinct brands and that all petrol stocks would be pooled for tanker and bulk purposes, urging government action for a national distribution pool.
The Auditor General uncovers widespread miscalculations in wartime contracts and pay allowances. Large overruns on an ordnance factory and storage works, plus losses during Dunkirk, suggest weaknesses in contract fee systems and Army accounting. Several funds are reported lost or unaccounted for.
Reported plan to transport wounded British soldiers to Australia and Pacific islands due to transport difficulties in war zones. Source language implies official confirmation on Wednesday.
German ambassador von Papen returning to Ankara is expected to press Turkey for new terms. Turkish deputies signal readiness to resist, likely seeking chrome exports in exchange for war materials and transit rights. Berlin envisages Turkey joining the Tri Partite Pact or at least a partial accord while keeping open channels for German troop movement.
A U S Japanese pact talk is viewed in diplomatic circles as lacking realism. The piece argues that Japan’s ties to Germany and Italy through the Tripartite Pact complicate any non aggression pledge with the United States and would affect actions in the Pacific and East Indies.
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