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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 26, 1939
Page
2
The Premier Mr Matt said at a Canberra Loan Council session next month the government aims to secure maximum fund money for relief works to keep employment in New South Wales. The announcement was made in Sydney today amid discussions on funding and job preservation.
A fragmented notice records donations to a Red Cross Cagherra Division appeal. It lists previously acknowledged sums and new contributions including figures like £114 10 and other items, noting a total amount and ongoing fundraising.
Canbera High School expands swimming program with new instruction and materials for nonvawimmere when the canson opens at the Canberra Pool next Wednesday. Classes prepare pupils for Royal Life Saving awards as music master Mr. D Williams is honored by pupils and staff with a presentation.
The Canberra Grammar School community mourns Canon Gordon Hirst who died and was remembered by Headmaster Canon Edwards. The school hosted his funeral in Sydney and noted his regular visits and English addresses. A new Grammar School Cadet corps parade featured 30 boys drilling, with uniforms due before the next drill and a £10 library donation announced.
Weather delayed Wednesday events at the Girls' Grammar School. The annual interhouse relay cup prize was donated by a former pupil. Pottery, art class works, ashtrays and trays are praised. Students rehearse carols for the Old Scholars service, date to be announced.
The Canberra District Boy Scouts Association held meetings at Hotel Canberra to recruit supporters for the movement. The district court of honour meets monthly on the second Thursday with the next Crawford Hall meeting noting attendees from Queanbeyan and Canberra troops. A combined camp planned for November will involve Canberra and Queanbeyan scouts and leaders.
Weather favored a school athletics day as Telopea Park hosted a primary and infant track meet. Gold House led the point tally in both main and overall results while upcoming novelty events framed the programme.
In Sydney representatives of the Movement to day urged the Minister for the Interior to extend funding for the Little Brothers scheme in Australia. They argued migration has eased but obligations remain, with many Little Brothers already on land preparing for future settlers. Senator Fall said he would discuss the matter with the migration section of the department.
Canberra swimming venue set to open this Saturday signaling the start of the summer season. With expected warm weather the pool should become a popular attraction as the plantry pool preparations continue. Canberra Amateur Swimming Club and local schools are coordinating an active season.
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