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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 28, 1941
Page
2
A damaged OCR passage from The Canberra Times discusses advertisement rules and formatting requirements. It mentions ink writing for ads and care with proper names, noting submission constraints and policy on bolding.
Honolulu dispatch says a British Consolidated B-24 bomber with four American crew left on a world flight including Iceland Britain Palestine Egypt India Australia Philippines Paris Alaska and Midway. The aircraft bears bullet holes after near encounters with enemy forces during the long journey.
Canberra notes a 9 am barometer at 30.76 inches and 88 F, with 24 hour temperature range from 41 to 60.2 F, NW winds up to 12 mph, a maximum wind speed around 4 9 pm, and rainfall totaling 1.363 inches.
The last executive meeting of the AGT Branch of Returned Soldiers elected Mr A E D Arcy as president and Mr L Bain as vice-president, with transfer to Sydney for Mr A J Day. Darcy will attend the annual congress in Brisbane next month as branch representative. Flight-Lieut Collinson and Flight-Lieut Harris discussed recruiting centers in southern NSW.
From Sgt Fitchetty Canberra Rotary honors Mrs Beaton with inscribed pen. Canberra farewell gathering to be held at Royal Canberra Golf Club. Prime Minister Curtin announces appointive talks on tourism and economics as Australia’s anti aircraft batteries have fired about 120000 rounds and claimed 37 planes with likely 68 more damaged in Middle East battles against Axis air forces.
The Canberra Times reports a new clash between Japanese and Russian forces in the Far East. Observers note the breach in the Moscow Neutrality Pact could shape Moscow Tokyo postures, with Russia bolstering air bases and naval ports while wary of American reactions amid broader wartime shifts.
The death of J S Lyng aged 73 is reported at his daughter's Birchip Victoria home. Danish born, he served in the Danish army, arrived in Australia at 28, and held posts including private secretary to Baron von Mueller, founder and editor of Norden, and Canberra Bureau of Census and Statistics chief draftsman. He helped establish several papers and public bodies, wrote in Danish and English, and won the 1927 Harbinson Hicks-Winbotham Prize for Non-Bruishers in Australia. He is survived by a daughter Mrs Birchip, and other relatives.
Jerusalem reports the Corps Guard battalion known as The Old and Bold arranging parcel gifts to prisoners in Greece Germany and Italy. Returned veterans give time to sorting packing and sending cigars tobacco meat and other items while many sacrifice their own comforts to help comrades.
In a Royal Commission hearing the Commonwealth Secret Fund allegations prompted an adjournment to allow newly appointed counsel for Messrs Hughes and others to examine developments. Mr Woods suggested documents could reveal political motives, while Mr Dovey and Mr Spender defended the integrity of those involved. The Commissioner, noting no leakage of budget details, adjourned to consider testimony and possible further disclosures.
Senator Foll former Minister for the Interior argues the Defence Act is out of date hindering a national militia. He calls for repeal to allow militia to reinforce ALF divisions and meet threats with a united all‑in war effort including conscription of all necessary means.
Thousands gathered in Trafalgar Square for an All Aid for Russia demonstration organized by the Labour Party and London Trades Council. Speakers included Ellen Wilkinson and supporters urged unity with Britain America and Russia against Nazi aggression calling for swift aid to the Soviet Union and promising industrial and home front support.
Diplomatic reports state a treaty will be signed soon between Iran Britain and Russia. It is expected to follow the lines of the British Egyptian treaty with Russia withdrawing most troops, leaving Britain with main defence responsibility. The Shah of Iran, broadcasting on the eve of his birthday, declared democracy the best system of government.
German news agency reports dive bombers attacked ships off the North African coast near Bardia. A light British cruiser supposedly took two direct hits and was sunk or badly damaged as Berlin said a large warship was hit Saturday night.
Alexandria correspondent for the Associated Press reports light British ships attacked barracks and motor transport bases near Bardia last Tuesday while other vessels shelled gun emplacements east of Tobruk. Italian batteries fired as the ships departed but did not score a hit.
In Jerusalem and Syria winter snow is forecast for the Lebanon slopes aiding skiing in Middle East zones. Australian forces take a French hostel for 320 men with courses planned. Victorian infantry face supply issues as tents are lost and a platoon is isolated overnight. Cavosite oil wells remain a strategic target amid Turkish neutrality and Soviet pressures.
A military spokesman warned proprietors of dances and party hosts to stop public announcements that soldiers were on final or embarkation leave. He said farewell parties often reveal troop movements and put troops at risk by disclosing information.
German news agency reports RAF raids last night hit Hamburg as the main target with good visibility over the city after difficult passage over the North Sea. Cherbourg docks, Egersund, Nantes shipping, and coastal targets faced attacks while Northern France airfields were struck. nine RAF planes were claimed shot down.
Sir Robert Brooke-Popham, British Far East commander, halted in the Netherlands East Indies on Monday for a three hour meeting with new Commander in Chief General Ter Poorten. He then proceeded to Singapore aboard a special RAF aircraft.
The Labour Office said the conference focus would depend on wartime events abroad. If the war favors Britain and Russia, emphasis will be on reconstruction. if Axis favored, on stronger defence for industry and labour. Thirty three nations will be represented, including conquered states.
The Office for Production and Management advised the motor industry that scarce metals such as chrome nickel and aluminium used for passenger car ornaments must be discontinued from December 15. The industry is to devise substitute materials to maintain the cars’ pleasing appearance.
A postwar plan outlines a new South with focus on reconstruction and economic change. It mentions a committee that could undertake many works to alter the economy, but the readable fragments are uncertain about specifics and dates.
Melbourne report notes Archbishop Mannix commenting on compulsory loans amid postwar pressure. The Irish community and other groups discuss wartime spending and a projected annual conference. The piece hints at memory of higher expenditures and calls for scrutiny of postwar funding.
A partial OCR text outlines a plan for income tax payment using a single stamp. It mentions media products, dates, and the need for axial returns from employees. The fragmentary note implies a schedule or requirement related to stamping and payments, with several garbled phrases.
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