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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 20, 1939
Page
4
Weather notice lists temperatures, wind, and humidity readings with times and scales. It records maximum and minimum temperatures for the day, with poor legibility and OCR errors. The fragment mentions times at 9 am and 6 pm and a Ravometer reading at 2636 lel.
Mr GA Hoy, long noted as a candidate for Commonwealth Director General of Works, has rejected an offer from Mr W Mehalfey. The move follows weeks of speculation about Hoy’s potential leadership role and signals a shift in the governance of the Works department.
Miss Sheila Lyons, eldest daughter of Dame and the fake Prime Minister, wed Miss J Lacey of Melbourne at the Church of Our Lady of Lourdes Devonport tonight. A diamond brooch was given to her mother at the reception, and the couple launched the MMA Swan in Burney three years ago. Lyons served as cushion bearer during the ceremony followed by a luncheon.
W.H. Wheatley to conduct stock sale at Goulburn Baleyards Thure Gay newt with 2000 sheep and 1500 cattle listed for auction Sheep sale starts 12 clock and cattle sale at 2 pm at Goulburn Can be Canberra saleyards on Tuesday with 2000 sheep planned for hammer Including district bred cattle and other stock entries. further consignments expected through the event
The Canberra Welfare Fund opened midweek and has already surpassed 20 pounds in donations. Prominent figures and committees report many promises of contributions and cooperation as the fund, run by the Union, plans to allocate a portion of its proceeds to a military concert on November 8 at the Albert Hall. Donations may be sent to the Voluntary Welfare Fund, Post Office Canberra, with receipts issued to contributors.
A lively novelty night at the Power Hall social club featured tap dance displays by students including Angy Joan and Alan Hammond pupils Beverly McMahon and June Kendall. Dancers performed finale routines, prizes were awarded for Monte Carlo pieces and a handmade rug won by Perce Morton. A supper followed with wrap-up gifts for performers and organizers.
A Canberra dispute centers on alleged manipulation of wheat sacks by Hemphill and a New South Wales farmer family. Government officials deny any fruitless conference while promising supply measures to curb monopolistic control and ensure equitable distribution of wheat sacks.
A Commonwealth government plan prompts grave dissatisfaction among wheat and wool workers who urge Parliament to address price fixing and wax issues while asserting the power to act without late Parliament constraints. The discussion centers on government authority and its need to justify expansive powers for the commonweal.
Fragmented report notes Finland asking Nordic neighbors for solidarity as tensions rise over Baltic sovereignty. It mentions foreign minister statements, a planned royal banquet, and cautious responses from Stockholm, Oslo, and Copenhagen about the Finland situation and broader security commitments in the region.
A critical editorial notes doubts about how the Defence Department handles wartime administration. It cites Melbourne’s dominance in contracts, delayed contract specifications, and slow supplies for the Expeditionary Force. The piece condemns the Canberra Melbourne split and urges unified Canberra-based operations with a centralized Department of Information and Defence headquarters, demanding decisive action within weeks.
The Commonwealth Government issued regulations expanding pilot instructor qualifications. The change raises trainee standards and extends private pilot-owner certificates to include ground engineers. It also authorizes the Director-General of Civil Aviation to approve private pilots and inspectors, affecting U S private owners and aviation duties.
A London report notes a government migration plan with a 17 point framework affecting Mitten farms, outlining duties, rules, and practical steps. The movement aims to regulate labor, land use, and local employment in agriculture amid shifting European ties.
The President explained that submarines may enter American ports or territorial waters only in force majeure events such as storms. He stressed actions would preserve peace protect commercial interests and safeguard U S security under the Neutrality Act.
In Melbourne the Municipal Association hear a talk on wartime economics. The Prime Minister Mr Monlen warns of Britain’s perilous European position and the need to uphold sea supremacy. He argues mass conscription and national service are essential, predicting heavy losses yet necessary for national defense.
An employment agency advertised for carpenters at the Ingleburn military camp charging 2 shillings 6 pence to register and five pence for placement. The Carpenters' Union intervened and the Department of Labour and Industry stated the agency had no authority to call. The department may pursue action against the agency.
C Dorn a miner aged 6 from Captain's imé was injured in a blast at Lake George Minex. He was admitted to Quean beyan Hospital with facial, head, and arm injuries. Dorn had recently arrived from Wilms WA and worked at Captain's Fiat mine for two weeks. He and four others were operating a power drill at the Ioatea level when the explosion occurred.
In Sydney on Thursday the Promer iM Mair stated the Government would act against profiteers caught. He noted it was impossible to prevent price hikes in the queues and piles of goods as traders face pressure. Merchants should pass on increases while margins stay limited. He pressed complaints to the advisory committee or the Prices Commissioner.
A New England coast storm injures 48 passengers and 38 crew members on the President Harding. One is believed lost. a coast guard vessel informed authorities about the vessel 200 miles from Boston. The liner continues its voyage with limited rescue aid reported.
Berlin correspondent reports Commander Prien of the Uboat that attacked the Royal Oak. The torpedo salvo hit a visible target with two large ships moored ahead. Royal Oak opened fire at the approaching submarine, which then fled along the inshore coast after stopping briefly.
The Blue Star steamship from the United States with a valuable food cargo grounded on a sandbank off the west coast of England after traveling 7 000 miles in fog. Passengers and crew were not injured. Salvage efforts are underway to recover the cargo.
London dispatch from the Amsterdam correspondent reports a naval clash off Schlarmannivoog involving ships and twelve aircraft. The fight occurred yesterday just outside territorial waters. Details are incomplete as both sides suffered damage.
The Legislative Assembly will adjourn at the end of next week for a few months, the Premier stated tonight. He emphasized that nothing in the timetable is critical to the team.
London dispatches note increased Australian gold production in August and steady Commonwealth bonds. Sydney markets show a price bounce with a gold rate near 62/8/2. Norway raises defenses north of Lapland amid frontier tensions. Britain’s House of Commons discusses import growth from Wool unions and warns on disintegration methods amid business experience.
An irregular report states the British freighter tied up near New York after an incident in which her foremast and rigging were damaged. An American vessel, the Dunne, arrived at the scene and assisted, with no further injuries or casualties reported as units rendered aid and proceeded.
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