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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 10, 1940
Page
2
Petrol prices have risen by a penny per gallon, sparking a substantial drop in consumption. Motor traders foresee further measures to curb petrol use to save foreign exchange, with a likely surtax plan and rebates for essential services under government consideration.
A decree authorises a New World Resettlement Fund to settle 5,000 Spanish refugees in Ecuador over five years. John Despassos negotiated permission and returns to the United States to finalize arrangements. Each family must deposit 700 dollars as a guarantee to engage in agriculture.
Washington reports the Agricultural Department is studying a plan to subsidize exporting 20 to 50 million bushels of maize to Britain and other European nations from federal stocks totaling 100 million bushels. Government funds have been furnished for the program.
Arch Moore defeated Atillo Sabatino by technical knockout in the fifth round at Rushcutter Bay Stadium in Australia. Sabatino’s eye was checked by a Police Inspector after round four but no action was taken. Sabatino retired in the fifth round.
The Minilator for Air Mr Fairbairn will deliver a short comprehensive statement on the Empire Air Training Scheme in Parliament today amid calls to stress its features and clarify misunderstandings.
The Minister for the Interior said in the House of Representatives that Canberra will get a new police court and accessory buildings near the city, with the existing police court and its activities moved to another site as part of the hospital plan.
The Government offered 5,000 pounds for information leading to the arrest of six armed men believed to be members of the LRA. They seriously injured two detectives in Dublin yesterday.
Imports exceeded exports by about £1,080,000 in April, narrowing the year’s favourable balance to £143,000. Ten months’ imports total £24,051,000 with an estimated value of £94,790,000. import paths increased by roughly £12,000,000 versus last year.
Victorian and Tasmanian woollen mills have secured orders for military blankets, marking an expenditure close to £100,000. The move reflects wartime production priorities and boosts regional industry.
A newspaper note suggests cold nights stem from faulty mattresses rather than lack of covering. It mentions brass fireside companions and oxidised copper screens as part of home warmth and comfort.
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