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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 06, 1939
Page
2
Across Ulster and Rhodesia tensions rise as governments tout new powers and public assurances. In Hong Kong reports 10000 German citizens affected by recent moves while New Zealand observes diplomatic shifts and passport revocations. Protests fill public galleries as nations react to declared policies and regional stability efforts.
A report from Australian Associated Press indicates the liner Queen Mary will stay in New York. Witnesses say the ship departed from Southampton area after a delay and Cunard Line confirms orders related to the vessel.
Militants informed that the Militia Forces base at Vitoria Barracks is recruiting for the present. Air Force recruitment continues with emphasis on radio engineering experience. Authorities warned militiamen who fail to report for duty, while an Australia Rotary Conference speaker urged support for the Mother Country as war looms. Citizens again pressed the Consul-General for Pol. No Norsay, offering capacity to assist as needed.
Melbourne residents met to form a Pollah Intormadig Barren and Prem Sar to aid Germany and push for a Pallia Free Core. They seek to secure Primury training before embarking for Europe to participate in the war.
Fragmentary weather note from Berea with inconsistent timestamps and unclear temperatures. readable elements include a morning time around eight, a midday reading near 4.0 pm, and a 47 degree reference, but many numbers and words are garbled.
Arrangements for the Parliament session commence today with a curtailed schedule and an early adjournment to allow government war measures. A full debate on foreign affairs features a White Paper under the Prime Minister outlining communications with Beitink, German governments, and British Australian ties. An emergency National Security Bill will be introduced, plus a budget by Mr Monalee, with tight debate limits to avoid delays. Cabinet meetings will be held in Melbourne for close service-department cooperation. Nearby talks in Canberra set for Saturday morning among state premiers on defence sovereignty.
The British Government will buy the Australian wool clip and surplus dairy and fruit products during the war. Prime Minister Menzies announced completion of the arrangement by the Australian Government last night and hoped that much of Australian wool and production would be sold to Britain, though full export surplus was not expected.
Fragmented itinerary shows departures from Sydney to Melbourne and Canberra with arrival times and prices. Additional lines mention booking agents WW Trexon and Alings Strest, contact numbers, and weather: cloudy with showers, cold night, mist and fog, northwest winds.
Weuneraay morning times note sunrise at 6 618 am, moon phase and rise, planet positions for Venus at 6 27 am, Jupiter at 7 33 pm with rise and set times, and Belurd events late in the night. The entry records rough daily celestial timings and names.
The minister announced immediate erection of a central assembly unit in Melbourne and Sydney to build aircraft locally. A batch of 20 Techaicans will depart for Great Britain, while training courses in three-month blocks will prepare personnel. Imported materials will be used as needed once available from England, with existing tools surveyed for local production efficiency.
An editorial argues Australia must endure a total war effort from the outset, supplying Allies and maintaining employment. It cautions price spikes in Sydney, stresses public morale, urges measured news broadcasting, and declares “Carry on” the watchword for government and industry to shape the war’s duration and outcome.
The Premier and opposition leaders clashed over a three month renewable national security bill. Provisions allow proclamations and parliamentary revocation, with powers to regulate water fuel light heat and commodity prices while safeguarding supply and prices.
A Central Woot Committee appointed to oversee referral storage appraisal and shipment of wool to the United Kingdom and 10 other destinations arranged by the United Kingdom. Canberra meeting planned to discuss average price and conditions affecting shipments and potential formation of a National Government. Members include A F Bell chairman and N from United Australia Party. J B Abbott DLP. W Yeo executive. and representation from Country Party manufacturers and growers. Statutory boards exist for all industries but this one would be established to regulate this industry.
The Labour Party reaffirmed its stance and denied any royal talon joining the Government. Prime Minister Menson indicated the War Cabinet will include key ministers to coordinate war efforts while the Opposition and other parties back the move. Coalition talks continue among United Australia Party ranks.
The British cabinet appoints four new ministers including Lord Slach Milian as Minister for Information. Mr. Donald Hibbert Cros takes over Economy Warfare, Mr. W. J. Morricon becomes minister, and Str. BY emt Brown becomes Labour Minister. Lord MacMillan, aged six, is noted for extraordinary scholarly attainment and a wide range of international appointments.
The Sydney Stock Exchange reopened today after a Friday closure, with calm trading and subdued prices. Chairman Mr Bickmnote noted strong volume in the band section and turnover around £20,000 by 5 pm, while general share prices were described as a tin factory.
The Football League faces suspension amid contract disruptions as players rush home from Kingston and Australia. Wy Canelo says players are exiting from Kinglarid in response to unsettled terms.
Partial OCR fragment notes a sale price and exchange near London Foreign, with unclear references to the Commonwealth and Melbourne Perth. Details are unreadable, muttered words suggest price discussion and market uncertainty.
A damaged clipping reports mass internment of German nationals in Sydney and surrounding county areas. Police carry out roundups and surveillance to prevent sabotage. Strong guards protect camps and facilities as internees are moved to detention.
Canberra authorities close Parliament House to the public as war is declared. Only holders of special passes admitted. guards stationed day and night. Tourists already blocked or escorted away. opening day procedures suspended until further notice.
Fragmentary text indicates Mehl persists in a stated goal, with ally Brivain referenced. Details are unreadable. core assertion remains unclear but shows continued resolve involving these named parties.
Government moves to establish an air force scheme with ministerial oversight. Civil Aviation minister Fairbairn announced forms and intake plans to link applicants in Melbourne and Canberra. Wing Commander Cobby arrives to finalize details, with 300 inquiries noted in View Yoria as the scheme nears launch.
The Prime Minister urged Australians to keep to business as usual amid reports of spontaneous moves by business leaders to maintain steady work. He praised the calm approach, stressing unity and continued productivity as essential to national effort.
A Labour Party meeting in Canberra warned against traditional horror of war and pledged to support a united federation. The party backed maintaining Australia’s integrity, resisting Soviet or British influence, and urged swift Commonwealth action on munitions, food, rents, and essential war measures.
A fragmented report outlines increased government surcharges on air mail and the suspension of certain routes and services. It notes specific price hikes and the temporary closure of airmail operations until normal conditions return, signaling broader disruptions in mail delivery.
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