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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 04, 1940
Page
4
Fragmented OCR notes show Canberra area details with mentions of rates and free within the Commonwealth. No clear events or names beyond Canberra Molonglo and generic references to weather or property.
The Canberra Times warns advertisers of no responsibility for errors or omissions and reserves the right to omit or alter ads. Ads must reach before 3 pm the day before publication and be clearly written with proper names and figures. Endorsement by responsible person required. strict adherence to rules. Federal Capital Press of Australia Ltd. Canberra.
Barometer readings at 9 am and 5 pm show 0.18 inches and 86.10 inches. Temperatures ranged from 44 to 58 degrees with a 24 hour high of 63.1 degrees and a 3 pm high of 56.8 degrees. A low of 36.3 degrees is noted.
The notice reports the death at Gladesville Sydney of James Bouthwell, son of the late founder of Parkwood estate. It notes his family connections including his second wife and children, and mentions his retirement years and relocation to Gladesville. The fragmentary text lists relatives such as Annie, Mrs Kilby, and others in a casual obituary style.
A House bill proposes amending the Seat of Government Administration Act to publish ordinances by notification in the Gazette rather than full text, reducing transparency. Advocates urge advisory council review before executive making, warning that less public scrutiny weakens democratic oversight.
Lord Gowrie chaired the Federal Executive Council meeting in Canberra yesterday. The Governor General and Lady Gowrie hosted a dinner at Government House. Only two Commonwealth Ministers, Hughes and Cameron, remain in Canberra for the weekend. A staff member presented to Mr. Tritton, private secretary to Mr. Meneses, who runs a music studio in Canberra and invites former pupils to visit.
In Parliament yesterday former Post master General Harrison urged an inquiry into a Communist broadcast said to have used the national network for seditious utterances. Postmaster General Thorby offered a full investigation if dates and details were supplied. Blackburn urged more liberal treatment of communist papers while Cameron said the matter would be considered.
The abandonment of the attempt to take Trondhjem from the south and the withdrawal of British forces from Andalsnes do not mean the Norwegian campaign is over. Allied troops can reinforce north of Trondhjem and from northern bases. The withdrawal shows Allies can hold their own against superior German forces and avoid large sacrifices.
The Canberra Trades and Labour Council voted 14 to 1 to protest the ban on Communist and other journals, defending free speech despite not backing the Communist Party. The meeting also urged a deputation to the Prime Minister over 65-age dismissals of Interior Department workers and considered action on award breaches by a contractor.
The Central Contract Board and Australian hat makers agreed with Sir Frederick Stewart on a production plan for 10,000 felt hats weekly for the Army and R A F. The minister announced about 260,000 hats would be obtained under the deal, on top of more than 150,000 already delivered.
The bill introduced by Mr Nock to amend the Government Administration Act proposes Gazette publication of ordinances and notices instead of full newspaper publication. It aims to simplify procedures and save costs without causing inconvenience to interested parties. The second reading debate was adjourned.
At the last Young PiP Board meeting a proposal to prosecute two landholders for failing to destroy rabbits was discussed. The action followed guidance from the Rabbit Inspector.
The Brin fleet holds superiority over any naval strength they may face. Gibraltar Malta and Alexandria bases could be reinforced from Turkey and the Levant in a wider war. Allies could retreat to the Mediterranean edge, drawing attackers from bases and enabling Britain to seal a close blockade to exhaust Mediterranean powers without harming Britain or France.
The campaign in Scandinavia becomes a war of movement with limited German air bases, inviting air attacks to destroy aircraft and render bases unusable. British raids on Stavanger cause extensive aerodrome damage likely sidelining it for a period. Allies have avoided bombing German ports railways and military targets in Germany despite successful raids on air bases in Norway and Denmark.
The attacks carried out have formed an essential part of a combined land sea and air campaign directed toward carefully chosen objectives. The statement suggests a planned strategic series of assaults as part of a broader operation.
In parliament Treasurer Mr. Spender said all sections of the community should help finance the war. He replied to Mr. Drakeford’s push for funding via the Commonwealth Bank and affirmed the Commonwealth Bank would play its part alongside borrowing from the public.
The Commonwealth Prices Commission rejects the Second Ol afscea offer to move from No 2 Secretariat. Earlier it declined taking over the large house used by Mr Casey, now offices for the High Commissioner Mr Gl Burchell. The latest offer provided rooms once used as the Re turned Soldiers Club at Civ Centre. The Government leased the suite, spent £1100 on renovations and £400 on fury. Two Price staff officers inspected and found the site unsuitable. The move is seen as unlikely to relieve office shortage and could hinder a Melbourne shift.
Lieut General Blamey will go overseas to head forces in service, while a government note proposes using municipal chambers for the ALF and Empire air scheme. In Canberra, 202 dwellings were built from 1997 to 1940 with 428 on the waiting list. A bill exempting War Savings Certificates from tax passed first reading. A murder attempt case in Sydney saw Walter Cammy remanded after shooting at Mine Bushby.
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