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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 23, 1939
Page
4
Obituary fragment honors Janien Lowe who died May 2 1900 at an age not specified. Lined as son of Juin and Blale, with brothers and sisters Bib Sack Fl ue Joyor and Owen named in the family notice.
A cluttered publishing notice lists subscription rates and sales agents for Queanbeyan and district offerings. It names Meg McClasde Caplind Newsagency Pines Building Jadepe and various local figures, with scattered address fragments and mis-spellings, reflecting a historical classifieds page.
The Canberra Times presents the National Advertising Conditions with rigid rules for submission. Copy must be plain ink written, advertisements require personal responsibility for misplacement and any altered or omitted ads must be avoided. Ads may only appear if the rules are followed and proper contact is given for immersion.
The report notes temperatures around 13.4 degrees at 3 pm and a maximum near 20 hours later of 07.2 degrees. Wind speeds and directions are given with small inconsistencies in the text, but indicate a calm to light wind at 3 pm and later.
Fragmentary report notes penalties totalling £88 for traffic offences. Mentions a disqualification from driving and a court appearance on a date in months. Specific names, dates, and places are unreadable. the item appears as a brief notice of motor traffic penalties and a driver’s disqualification.
The death of Adbert Willem Hogan, 32, found Sunday, followed an assault in Sydney. Police report a man named Wilms Feary, 32, was arrested on manslaughter charges. Investigators seek further details as the case develops.
An Anglian church project emerged as a building plan to serve Braddon and Atmalie parishioners. Archdeacon Kabartagn led a meeting citing geographical need and a growing Anglian community. A committee of men and women, including Mrs Ho A Butherland and Mr G Manners, was formed to advance initial groundwork and fundraising.
In Britain the government plans defence loan issues totaling £304 million if revenue estimates hold. Market rates show a hardening trend with the Treasury Bill rate rising to 1.56 percent in April and war-time yields firming. Officials expect defence borrowing for the current year to total about £350 million while aiming to avoid market disruption or inflation.
France defeated Wales two to one in a Sunday international soccer clash. Pathan scored for France, with Ray Bueele and PARM noted in the play. The match featured a late rally and intense wrestling style commentary, reflecting a rough, contested game atmosphere.
The Catholic Ball held at Albert Hall last night drew over 400 attendees. Mrs J F Murphy presided with a large committee guiding arrangements and music by Pogson's. A long list of guests included Rev Dean Haydon, Capt and Mrs Brace, and numerous Messrs and Misses from local families and organisations.
Fragmentary note reports a Griffith by election and clerks in service for twenty years. It references a general secretary and a publication tied to the Public Service and Australian Federation, with unclear dates and local context.
A man who started a scene at the Theatre Royal on Saturday proposed marriage to Miss Roselle, then appeared at the stage door three times asking to wed her. Police hunted a middle aged taxi driver said to be chasing an “angel Katrin” as officers detained the suitor who will face court tomorrow.
In Jerusalem on Monday a delegation of women presented a memorandum to the Chief Secretary condemning the White Paper. The protest included singing and a confrontation with a soldier, with an incident of a rifle being broken during the clash.
Local manufacture of Faurun engines for Brintal Beeutart faces delays with delivery expected in 1940. About 200 engines to be installed in machines before a full changeover occurs, amid restructuring and a three year lead time for the new industry unit. Officials say completion of the organizing body and famine-related measures must precede engine deployment.
Testimony reviewed divorce evidence in a central police case as Varda Herbert Lowington and others face allegations of perverting justice. The court heard claims of a raid in Braceyville involving Stapleton and a named woman, with Dickens cited in recounting related events. The proceeding paused, to resume tomorrow.
Sydney mournful dispatch reports a ministerial stance against lifting the export ban on iron ore. Yampt Sound Mining Ltd and the Commonwealth Geological Adviser urge change, but the government shows no indication of altering policy.
The Postmaster General stated that the department will not disclose numbers, claiming silent numbers protect privacy. He argued that subscribers to allent numbers were entitled to ensure the privacy they had provided, insisting the policy safeguards user information.
The Canberra Legacy Club outlines its annual efforts aiding returned soldiers and their families. It details social services provided including supplies, legal assistance, education bonuses, and cemetery care at St John's. Members volunteer time, support widows, and maintain the soldiers' graves with donated trophies and community aid.
A New Zealand radio appeal urged able bodied men aged 20 to 50 to enlist in the Dominion Army. Minister Bil Savage urged joining to strengthen the territorial force for national emergency, highlighting military experience as valuable.
A woman died after heavy rainfall caused dangerous conditions in Sydney. The incident occurred during a day of intense weather as emergency services responded to the scene. Police and local authorities are investigating the sequence of events and whether weather contributed to the casualty.
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