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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 04, 1939
Page
2
The notice describes submission rules for classified advertisements, including deadlines, formats, endorsement requirements, and publication rights. It specifies that adverts must reach the office by a date, be in writing, and bear a permit or responsible person’s endorsement, with all insertions strictly controlled by the Federal Capital Press of Australia.
Fragmented relic tale describes sale of Charles Dickens manuscript The Life of Our Ford with bidders present at a London sale. The document notes a large sum, the presence of notable figures and a pledge by the eventual purchaser to complete the work.
The report notes Polish Poles seeking refuge in Poland and appealing for permission to join a Danzig unit within the Polish army. The request was granted, allowing the unit to operate under Polish command.
Fragmentary weather note shows Canberra region forecast with scattered details. No clear timing or measurements available.
The article argues that war has begun anew and stresses peaceful means are over. It asserts Britain and France unite against aggression, warns about civilian targets in Poland, and calls Australia to sustain wartime effort, employment, and national unity to secure the Empire and win through to peace.
The Executive Council issued a 5 am proclamation declaring danger of war and authorised immediate mobilisation of naval military and air forces. The Defence Act activates wartime regulations including aliens control and censorship pending further orders from Victoria officials. Deputy for the Liberals read the proclamation as the Governor General’s council prepared for defence measures.
Prime Minister Mr Mengies announces Australia will support Britain as Germany invades Poland. He stresses no general militia mobilization, calls up militia forces, and underscores need to sustain employment and wartime supply. Britain and France seek diplomatic avenues while Australia commits to staying strong and united in the conflict.
Premier warns of prolonged war and inevitable hardships while urging resolve. Messages emphasize Britain’s strength, empire unity, and strategic position as leaders vow to defend the country and endure a long conflict.
The National Cabinet discussion in Melbourne involves Prime Minister and Curtin with Earle Page about forming a national ministry. Page attends token meetings, government aims to secure Country Party support while Parliament resumes to align legislation with the War Preventing Act.
A second special gazette issued in Canberra last night requires that all foreign ships leaving Australian ports obtain special clearance. The move aims to tighten controls and enforce seizure provisions on vessels that fail to comply with the new regulation.
A controversial proclamation asserts that the three branches of the African naval military and air forces may call up citizen reserves at will during wartime. It mandates obedience from affected members while outlining reasons for any call-up under Lipfence Act Vihleh. The measure warns of possible Navy, Military or Air Board mobilizations for war service.
A total of 182 single men on relief works in Canberra were dismissed Friday due to funds being unavailable. Protests were directed at the Prime Minister and Minister for the Interior by the President and Secretary of the Canberra branch of the A W U.
A garbled wartime dispatch notes Australia's stance with Britain as communications with the Commonwealth Cabinet proceed. It states the government will use Defence Act powers to regulate the public, manage supplies, and ensure safety while the war effort continues.
Across Europe and surrounding regions governments discuss neutrality and defense as Britain and Allies push for armed mobilization. Nations including Denmark Norway Hungary and Slovakia signal shifts while Ireland Egypt and Romania outline stances.
King George speaks to the empire on the eve of war, urging unity and resolve. He emphasizes the danger of a force based on might, the defense of liberty and order, and the need for steadfast faith as Britain and the Commonwealth face dark days ahead. He calls on all to be ready to endure sacrifices with God's help.
The government plans a recast of the national budget with about 233,000,100 allocated to defence in the current year. Emergency measures aim to strengthen Australia's military capacity amid the Poland situation and Western guarantees. State budgets will align with Commonwealth actions to avoid waste and ensure national security spending.
Reports from Canberra describe defence measures to protect essential services amid wartime disruption. The Public Service External Affairs Department coordinates emergency preparations, with 24 hour shortwave monitoring, multilingual briefings, and planned transfers to relieve military duty by civil administration.
Smile Time reports a quizzical exchange where May Lather appears pale while Mint Hortior notes uncertainty and a sense of direction as North by South is mentioned. The fragment suggests dialogue about mood and orientation without clear context or outcome.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate Hungary and Budapest rumors of neutrality, with unclear references to broader talks and international sentiment. The garbled text suggests a disrupted report on diplomacy and regional stability, lacking verifiable names or dates.
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