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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 08, 1939
Page
3
Government faced with funding shortfall to build development in Canberra affecting single men. Senator Foll said 180 workers may be dismissed while married men kept, with one week in four for singles. Deputations urged 80 percent of men be retained for frontline defence. decision expected within two days.
In the House of Representatives yesterday Postmaster General Mr Harrison denied government pressure on the ABC to publish journals. Mr Beasley questioned timing and possible revocation of the commission’s full authority to publish journals if desired.
Queanbeyan Municipal Council resolved to confer with Yarrowlumla Shire to coordinate efforts for a patriotic fund covering Queanbeyan and surrounding area within Shire boundaries. Mayor Esmond to discuss with Shire president P Hardy on forming a joint organisation per State Government plans.
Central Wool Committee completed preliminary arrangements to dispose of the Australian wool clip to Great Britain. Negotiations with the British Government aim to fix an average price between 1 shilling and 1 shilling 3 pence per pound. Japan’s Consul-General in Canberra suggested ear-marking a portion for Japan if Britain allows. otherwise Japan may secure its needs through direct talks with Britain.
The Prime Minister urged not to treat friendly aliens as enemies and to grant them normal social rights while acknowledging some may be enemy aliens. The government plans to intern or restrict aliens as needed during the war, noting some already in custody and others eligible for review.
Prime Minister Mr Menzies refused a plea by Mr Gander in the House of Representatives to reinstate Messrs Mehaffey and Orwin, regressed after an inter departmental inquiry into the Sydney GPO tenders. Mr Rosevear asked about divergent opinions between ex Ministers and the current Minister, and the PM endorsed the Public Service Board action, saying the board considered all relevant circumstances.
Commissioner for Railways Mr Harris urged immediate large-scale funding to renew and maintain the system. He announced £275,000 for renewals and replacements but called the sum inadequate to meet normal demands and future emergencies.
The estate of the late Sir John McKelvey, a leading Australian surgeon, was admitted to probate in Sydney today with a value of £17,546. Subject to an annuity for his mother, the estate goes to his widow.
Reports say the Commonwealth weighs a wartime plan to buy the entire Australian wheat crop. The scheme centers on paying farmers 4d per bushel for the first year, supplying the UK with wheat as Britain needs, and storing surplus for home use. Ends include finance from states and a premiera conference discussion.
Minister Streets told the House steps to strengthen national defence were rapidly implemented. Militia officers moved to full time duties and guards protected key sites. Aliens registration and internment were prepared. coast and anti aircraft defences expanded. civil aircraft placed in reserve. production of engines airframes and munitions sped up.
Arrangements are complete for a flower show organized by the Christ Church ladies committee Queanbeyan. It will be held Tuesday at 4 30 pm with Mrs R G Menzies wife of the Prime Minister opening the show. Evening program includes items by pupils of Mrs Violet Bradley. Entries for flowers decorative and cooking close Monday at 8 pm.
Prime Minister Mr Menzies told the House of Representatives the government is considering questions of financial responsibility for Defence Force members. The discussion followed Mr Curtin's questions on a death or sickness scheme during training and pension provisions for dependents and permanent forces comparable to the war pensions scheme.
A large portion of stock advertised for sale at Queanbeyan yesterday was withdrawn due to uncertainty about government controls on wool and stock for overseas shipment. At the Woodgers and Calthorpe sale, 200 mixed aged wethers were withdrawn, top cattle prices reached £10 12s 6d for good bullocks, with vealers and calves selling to £8. Forward steers fetched £7 1s, and two year olds £4 11s. A Canberra sale is planned for Thursday September 21 with 3000 sheep and 100 cattle catalogued plus more entries.
Australian minister imposes export prohibition on bags and sacks of jute hemp or similar substances to secure domestic supplies. The measure covers new and secondhand bags amid New Zealand dealers buying woolpacks to stock reserves, which pushed prices sharply higher.
In a council report last night, the lawn clerk P Carew noted August work figures with 1 071 sheep 133 cattle and three horses passing through the municipal sale yards. Ald Williams moved a request to State authorities for a Queanbeyan Carwoola road work quota citing uneven regional job allocation as unemployment concerns rise near Captain's Flat. The town clerk reported January to August finances up £5 528 year on year, totaling £17 002 versus £13 474.
Toc H in Canberra launches an appeal for 1000 volunteers to form a blood transfusion corps. Canberra Hockey Association secretary R. A. EMwool said members are willing to submit to blood tests, and he expects about 25 hockey players to be tested.
The Australian defense setup includes augmented petrol and pyrotechnics, bombs and ammunition at key air fields with army units guarding civil aerodromes in Archfield Townsville Mascot Essen don and Parafield. Overseas exchange officers stay abroad while trainees return home. A list of essential exports was prepared for action and Defense leadership aims to fulfill national security duties.
Prime Minister Mr Menzies suggested next Sunday be set aside by all Australian churches as a Day of Prayer for divine guidance and enlightenment. He said Australia fights for a righteous cause and that truth will prevail in a God-made world, though moderation efforts to achieve justice without force have failed.
Sydney Thursday the Arbitration Court granted an application by the Chamber of Manufacturers for extra shifts in def ence orders. The move aims at continuous production without lowering standards. Union support was pledged to aid government war plans.
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