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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 25, 1939

Page

2

R M C Duntroon Resumption After Holiday

The Royal Military College reopened on Monday after the autumn recess with a heavy program. Major E L Sheehan of the Australian Staff Corps comments duty as Assistant Instructor of Tac at the college. Major W W Crellin appointed to the Selection Board to interview special entry candidates for the six months course commencing July 1.

Royal Miliary College E. L. Sheehan Australian Sia Corps W. W. Crellin Royal Military College Crellin

Geography Book for Germans in Australia

An experimental note describes a German language geography book and its use in Australia. Mentions authors and figures such as Inara, Pablo Soitoul, Betsy, and painter Treitz, alongside references to German education and geographic topics.

Pablo Soitoul Ani Peatessir Youbenn Treitz Percesaus Ck Sen Geeman

New Antarctic Map Set for August Government Review

A new map of Antarctica based on the expedition discoveries funded by Sir Douglas Mawson will be reviewed by the Commonwealth Government in August. The map aims to resolve serious disagreements among previously published charts.

Doviglas Mawxon

Zone Carnival in Sydney Sees ACT interest in senior and junior squads

The Zone Carnival runs June 10 to 12 in Sydney with Canberra Association adding two senior teams and seeking junior enrolments. The ACT zone team includes J Patterson, F Grey, B Gardner, and others under manager Kinood with Gustafson and Hunter assisting. Sydney Metropolitan Invitation for Canberra to enter a metropolitan carnival is extended, with names to be submitted by Ellwood and practice games set for three Saturdays to prepare for the Zone Carnival.

Sydney Canberra A.C.T Ape J. Patnerion F Grey B. Gardner Wi McCulllongh B. Cuppitt J. Welch Ty Bal Barnes J. AcCullough Hil G. Wailford W. Hunt E. Essup Rulda Guatafron Hunter Mr. Kinood Sydney Metropolitan Ellwood Xone Aspelation A.C. Amoctation

Empire leaders praise unity and resolve at Sydney gathering

Governor Lord Wakehurst declared the Empire has not faced struggles more united than ever, while Deputy Premier Bruxner noted the crux of colonies shows that once moved, they advance with collective spirit and public support.

Sydney Lord Wakehursty Marlin Bruxner

Air Mail inaugural Atlantic service report

Air mail service notes a Yankee aircraft arriving at Southampton on a Tuesday, marking the inaugural transatlantic run. The event appears delayed and a portion of the journey was postponed at an intermediary stop, with details obscured by garbled OCR.

On the Air Today Broadcast Schedule Fragments

A dense OCR of a radio programming day lists numerous Canadian Empire Day programmes, news slots, weather and market reports, musical performances, talks, school broadcasts, and late evening sessions. It mentions Empire Day speeches by King George VI and a Melbourne Symphony Orchestra feature.

Canada Canberra Times Jose ZBL Sydney Clune John’ Charles Thoman Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Georg Szell Sotolat Artur Schnabel Empie Jane London Jack Jackson Banda Munte Ricaia Munic Stock Exchange Vawyer Sir Edward Marshall Hal Civas Jim Davidson A.B.C Krips General Knowledge Dorothy Canerro Stewart McColl George VI

Iron Ore Compensation Claims Rejected by Parliament

The Prime Minister said compensation claims arising from the iron ore export embargo were disallowed. Leader of the Opposition had made representations regarding workers’ compensation for those displaced at Yamps Bound. The issue is under consideration.

Menules Yeater Menzion Curtin Yamps

Telegram Rates See Inter State Charges Controversy

Government debate continues over abolishing border telegram charges with a flat minimum rate. Cabinet unlikely to reverse Lyons Ministry March decision. Post office chiefs oppose cuts, fearing revenue loss, while most Ministers expect increased business to offset losses. Harrison's stance aligns with cheaper facilities and Cabinet may approve March plan with legislation before session ends.

Lyons Commonwealth Post Office Mr. Harrison

Militia Notes Brigade Staff Visit and Inter-Section Tests

Brigade Staff including Brigadier A S Allen and Major I G Fullarton plan a weekend visit to Can Fra and other 3rd Battalion centers. Elimination contests determine beat section for trophies, with Lt-Col A Z Paul MC DCM to announce final results. Rugby Union match at Duntroon, Officers Mess Ball, and Unit Concert Party events featured. Welfare and Sports Committee formed with Lieut J Dovey as Chairman and L W Love as Secretary.

Brigavier A Allen Dso Briade Can Fra Ving Shim I. G. Fullarton Oficer Baker Jean Sabian Herford H. H. Richardson A. Z. Paul D.C.M Rugby Union RIC Duntroon Cam Brigade Ivereightha E.M.C Hayana Kermode Batwlon Will Footall A. 8. Allen Royal Military College Paty Btu 3Rd Batta Tor FB. Wade Wheeler JT Everdoll Ri Duffy Goulburn Kell Bowral Acton Hall B. Memtera W. J Atkinson J. Fe Bracken R. Dunegan L. F. Kentel Hurry W. McPherson Fren

Tax instalments framed in line with Covenanters plan

In the Legislative Assembly today Mr Mair stated the State Government intends to follow the Covenanters lead by allowing taxpayers to pay half their income tax by instalments. The instalments would be paid before the assessment is issued, not after.

Bypney Werthesuny Treasuer Mair Atats Covenan

Government to limit racing days in country meetings

In a confusing exchange Mr H Binighit pressed for more greyhound racing days. Mr Gollan replied the government does not intend to enlarge the number of racing days in the country, while city limits are set at forty days a year.

Bydnisi Iy H. Binighit Afr Gollait Labolah Gollan

Record of remarkable walk spans two hours, four minutes

In Copenhagen a challenger set a notable distance walk record covering a lengthy course in just over two hours. The event highlighted endurance and pace as the competitor crossed the kilometer marks with steady strides.

Copenhagen Tupalay- Vier Angvorsen Letainer Cainuter

State Lottery Byline From A Scrambled Notice

A scrambled lottery notice lists numbers and names such as No 19472 Xe 109 and No 81748, with references to prizes and street addresses. It mentions characters like Lorin, Arnel, and Balcock and notes dawn timing on Monday morning.

Bynney Whetthn Mint” Balcock Latchhard

International soccer draw in Bremen hints at tense Intercontinental match

In a Bremen international soccer clash, Germany and a visiting side played to a draw. The late duel was marked by cautious tactics and strong defense as both teams failed to convert key chances.

Bremen Tuowing Germany Amt Hire

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