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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 19, 1939
Page
4
Uncertainty in the Textile Wool and Basic Workers Union notice indicates termination of services affecting members. Mr W F Hughes stated that the men faced police action and the union faces unresolved dispute amid growing labor tensions in Sydney.
News in Brief reports the death of Countess Haig and brief items from London Tokyo and Sydney. Headlines cover a train guard’s death in Winwick, typhoon casualties in Tokyo, moratorium extensions, wheat purchases from Malta, and tax and commodity measures. Also notes postal and aviation updates, elections postponements, and an epidemic warning in London.
The article critiques the Commonwealth Wool Inquiry Committee findings on Australian wool profit and calls the 1938-39 revised estimates and a 13.437d per lb sale price to the United Kingdom a betrayal. It argues the UK profits accrue to Britain, while Australian growers lose, urging restitution and Australian control over future wool dealings. Includes named figures and institutions.
State Parliament Sydney on Wednesday nominated a slate headed by former attorney general Mr Flabert Teesnald Downing and Richard Sve Teves KC for the SEte ae CAP position, with details limited in the record.
Fragmentary weather note for Canberra shows barometer readings and temperatures. Data includes a 33 degree reading, unclear time stamps and garbled unit terms, with references to 8 pm and 24 hour span.
Mr Curtin denounces Defence Department contracting practices since the wartime shift to cost plus five per cent. He alleges contractors charged 26 to 30 per cent above navy prices for materials, increasing profits as costs rise. He urges use of Public Works Departments for tighter scrutiny and cheaper, state supervised work.
Mile, the renowned violinist Gautier performed a varied program at the Albert Wall venue. Her unaccompanied Chabonne and Debussy encore drew warm praise for grace, tone, and technical mastery amid a demanding schedule. accompanist John Couging Toan supported with refined collaboration.
Canberra Chamber of Commerce President Mr Woodger condemns what he calls a subterfuge by Victorian ministers and argues federal departments should not abandon Canberra. He warns Melbourne interests are pressing to shift public service headquarters, delaying national capital development and harming Canberra.
A discussion notes certificates of reserve occupations will be issued to applicants for the defence forces. Men found suitable by the manpower officers will be debarred from enlistment to serve in industry rather than the front. The minister and committee approve reserving workers whose patriotism and current occupation suit defense needs.
In Melbourne, Taett Cenere Squires states Dominions must defend themselves until the British Navy secures the sea. Australia’s defence plans aim to meet any war scenario, with voice that three to five divisions could be mobilized if needed. The Sixth Division could be near overseas, ready for contingency, while Lieut General Qures notes confidence in able manpower from militia.
A defense minister stated that two blankets per person would generally suffice during cold spells in camps. He noted some camps could not supply a third blanket immediately due to heavy needs, with large orders and special arrangements in place to boost manufacture and supply.
Sydney report shows 343 men volunteered at Victoria barracks. Of these 207 were accepted, 46 rejected. Total enlistments to date reach 10,060 of the state quota of 4,500.
Melbourne naval authorities report over 30 merchant vessels of varied size have been taken over by the Commonwealth for naval service. Each craft will be fitted for war duties, with many undergoing significant alterations to support patrols, mine sweeping, and escort roles under Defence Minister Me Street’s plan.
Tuesday report to the London County Council states 48 percent of city schoolchildren evacuated with 41 percent returned. Officials note numerous complaints and urge government action to provide food clothing and travel help for poorer families seeking to join or separate from relatives in the embattled district.
London reports capture a White Paper by Sir Nevile Henderson detailing British views on Hitler's rise and Germany's leadership. It cites the roles of Ribbentrop Goebbels and Himmler and notes Henderson’s assessment of Germany’s internal and external pressures before the outbreak of war.
The Chamber of Commerce meeting discussed appointing a subcommittee to investigate a Canberra based supplier network and co operate with the city authorities to curb high charges and improve housing and business conditions. A panel was authorized to examine complaints about firms overbooking and boarding to hinder fair commerce.
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