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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 21, 1941
Page
4
The Premier Mr McRailin rejected any state move to shift the Sydney Show from its traditional showground despite pressure. He stated no plan or necessity exists to relocate the event, arguing the show will proceed as scheduled with no immediate changes.
The Vedares District pennant games begin this weekend with two sections, Goulburn and Canberra versus Can Iberes City and Quesadayan. Teams selected by Canberra and Goulburn will be spread over rinks. City and Canberra teams list players for City and Canberra sides against a weekend competition lineup.
Queanbeyan track hosts a Sunday meeting with notable riders Pooley Mundy and Ginne Canberra among competitors. Results include senior half mile handicap won by J. Peleergie with 80 yards, H J Re Rogers at 00 yards, junior mile handicap won by J. Harris with Mundy second, and senior mile prize to Pooley ahead of Marre and Molnian. The club plans a patriotic carnival and urges riders to attend the week tours for benefits.
The Army Minister Mr Fords stated that releases for internees Max Thouss and Horace Atiitf would be paused until formal approval of their release was secured. Details of the liberation date were to be submitted to the Advisory War Council on Thursday. The report also notes political backlash over unions and accusations of Communist influence affecting industrial circles.
The letter from LEWIS W NOTT urges broad community support for a charitable meeting at Aubert Hall at 6 o clock to aid an Australian Territory appeal. It states the event is nonpartisan and seeks medical and other aid, with Bishop Burgmann invited to direct the meeting. The appeal signals public backing for the cause amid calls for solidarity and assistance.
Sydney Monning reports a basis of settlement was reached in the Lithgow Small Arm Factory unions dispute after a conference with representatives of three unions and ministers for Munitions and Labour. The basis will be sent to the involved organizations for approval.
Government aims to liberalise petrol rations and implement immediate reforms to improve tanker access. The Pakie developments may boost Australia’s capacity to secure fuel supplies, with higher priority petrol stocks needed to meet demand.
The Local Fuel Control Authority announced a repeat of last year’s rationing practice over the Christmas period. Consumers may draw two months’ ration in one application after December, provided vehicle registrations remain current until after December 31. Post offices will suspend ration books from December 18 to January 8 due to holiday handling. November tickets stay valid until November 29 and December and January tickets begin December 1.
A fragment from Westlake sub branch notes an ordinary monthly gathering at Acton Hall on Windsy. It mentions general league activities and a poll about enlistment as a civic duty, with many believing soldiers should actively participate in government through voluntary service.
The High Council reviews how public servants may enlist and how reserved occupation groups affect the Commonwealth Public Service. It rejects a blanket enlistment ban or automatic leave, urging departmental flexibility and greater public example while preserving policy.
A chaotic schedule lists radio programs and times including news features devotional services music talk and variety segments. Notable items cite Breakfast Besakon Devotional Service and Celebrity Chestmel with guests Qeimman and Artie Shaw among others.
A chaotic wartime era report describes a lighting system discussion for War Memorial with tubular lamps, 400 watt power, and economy aims. It notes memos on session schedules, speakers, and exhibits, including a display of souvenirs and a famous Langsted image.
London dispatch reports Greek government advised that five German troops have marched into Meetsern to restore order as Bulgarian forces were reportedly unable to do so. The note signals Germany taking a policing role amid regional instability.
The Daily Telegraph notes scratchings across the Moonee Valley meeting including the 32,600 capture and the Une Foye nix Handicap entries. Histories and trainers such as Avier Carvalti are listed among the competing connections for the day.
The fragment describes a stock sale at Homebush with cattle lot values and partial figures. It notes quality and bidding among unspecified bidders, with several illegible numbers and names, rendering details uncertain.
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