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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 25, 1939

Page

3

Government Accepts Responsibility for War Journal Decision

Government members stated in the House yesterday that responsibility for publishing an A B C war journal lies with Lyons government. Cabinet will consider the proposal amid strong opposition from media interests and party members as Morrison discussed representations with Mr Scully. A decision will be reached in days on whether the commission proceeds and how autonomous powers will be exercised.

To Lyons Grenment Tmasterenera Harrigan House Representatives Holand Morrison Scully Fea Commission Canberra Woo Geary Mohd Muss Ani Emmariass

Automotive group backs Australian car parts plan

A deputation led by M r Earle of the Automotive Products Manufacturing Association of Australia assured the Minister of Customs that local plants already produce essential non wear parts and could build on this to create a complete motor car industry in Australia. They cited developing capabilities and noted machinery challenges remain for some components.

Commonwealth Lawson Australia Mi ST. Earle Assatiation Planta Ford Eoay Werma Willy Denes Moore Bros. Pty. Ltd ROVER Rover Car J. 8. Anderson Eveeka Cotter Varley Dadla Thane

Enforcing Rate Payments in Sydney Shakes Public Order

In a Sydney report dated Wednesday the Shiver Association faced unrest as riders protested increased rates. Authorities reported many paid far more than expected, while one demonstrator demanded relief and warned of further action if charges persisted.

Sydney Amu Shiver Association Ennell

Lehmann Dismisses Crowding My Crooning With Bing Crosby

Lotte Lehmann says she likes crooning and finds Crosby’s voice delightful behind the microphone. She contrasts real crooning with mere singing and notes charm, verve, and lightness define true crooning. A Marie Herself feature promises a festive Alber Hall program with pianist Paul Janowiest y plan. Poland defeats Warsaw in Davis Cup ties as noted in the report.

Lottie Lehmann God Madame Lehman Bing Crosby Madame Lehmann Madame Marie Fae Alber Paul Janowstey Planiat Misic Soyers

Scout Notes From District Court Of Honour Meeting

District Court of Honour holds a monthly meeting at the home of Lt Col J T H Goodwin. Empire Day observances include a Scouts Own Service at Albert Hall with Dr G A Currie delivering the address. Prizes for the recent Scout swimming carnival will be presented tomorrow at Forrest District Scout clubroom at 7 40 p m.

District Court OF Honour J.T. H. Goodwin Scouts Albert Hall G. A Currie Canberra Rover Seout Forrest

Girl Guide Notes Fifth Canberra Pack Meeting Details

Notes outline meetings for the 5th Canberra Brownie and Girl Guide groups at Albert Hall. Mentions uniform attendance, transport plans in Australia, and a Commonwealth Statistician report on civil aviation progress passengers and goods carried during the year.

Canberra ML Vardill Balurdu Caussrway Hall United Beauty and Churder Empire Albert Hall GA. Corrie Gilles Armic Transport Australia Teunapeel Commonwealth Goodnani

Taxi Driver Shot Mystery Over Brisbane Killing

A Brisbane taxi driver H. T. Chambers 55 of Bullimba was found dead with two bullet wounds near a fence fourteen miles from Brisban. A small sum was in his pockets, robbery ruled out. Tracks showed a drag from the car and he was shot from the rear. Police, led by Detective Sheringham, cordon the north coast, while a man is questioned after interception between Byron Bay and Bangalow.

Brisbane H. T. Chambers Bullimba Brisban Boenleigh Lismore N.8.w Sheringham Tamworth Mat. Jenewa Sydney Byron Bay Bangaaw

Members' Day Concession Lifted in Parliament

Government wins narrow margin on a motion to postpone privatization as Members Day debate aims to complete the session by June 1. Government seeks to push important bills and wrap up budget preparations, with factions divided over privatization timing.

Road Accident Statistics Show Rising Fatalities

A Commonwealth statistic report notes growing road dangers despite safety campaigns. It records about 14,000 deaths and 25,007 injuries, with totals up from the previous year and 10,000 plus incidents across the year.

al Mates

Newcastle Wean%C2%A0day Rugby Victory Over North Coast

Newcastle Wean day defeated the North Coast and North West by 33 to 17 in the Country Week Rugby League match today with a strong second half showing and key scoring plays from the home side.

Newcastle. Wean Eday Newvartie North Coast North West

Expulsion of Faeroe Aanarn Linked to Protes Meeting

Melbourne report notes association members debating the expulsion amid talks to review the executive action. A majority to ratify the expulsion was unlikely, with discussions centering on development and to-day’s session.

Melbourne Faeroe Aanarn Swortscne

MacArthur Warns War Could Strain Australian Militia

Lieut General MacArthur, commander of the Royal Melbourne Regiment, warned at Empire Day luncheon that if war erupted it would likely require half the militia to round up enemies within Australia. He said thousands of foreigners roamed the country unchecked and would become potential threats in wartime.

Melbourne Ke MacArthur Royal Melbourne Regiment Australia

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