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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 12, 1939

Page

3

Advisory Council Ends Term After Lengthy Canberra Session

The Advisory Council completed its term following its 44th meeting at Civic Centre Canberra. Presiding was J. T. H. Goodwin with election dates, post office moves, and departmental questions noted. Council members reflected on cooperation, power needs, and future improvements for resident facilities and governance.

Advisory Council Council Chambers Civic Centre Cal. J Department of the Amr Ualey Hall Pessrem C.T. BP A. Association Pupport Gal. J.T. H. Goodwin L. W. Nott Abe Couneil Muir Canberra

Petrol Prices Stay Steady In New South Wales

In Sydney the exten ual tax on petrol has not yet been passed to retailers by oil companies. Prices remain unchanged as head offices in Melbourne await official instruction. Retailers say they will raise prices only after wholesale adjustments are confirmed. The Service Federation of New South Wales officials note the delay stems from approved duty payments and company directives.

Bydney Tr Wae Forday New Bath Wales Atruethme Melbourne New South: Wales Gregory Tony Sydney New South Wales MFP Goffstein Cairy

Price Control Order to Limit Rise in Prices

Government announces a price control order to curb price increases, with penalties for profiteering and a Price Commissioner to ensure compliance. The move follows an inquiry into consumer interests and aims to maintain food price stability amid shortages and higher duties.

Menzies Outlines War Price Provisions and Penalties

Prime Minister Menzies vows severe penalties for profiteers during wartime. He explains that additional confiscatory provisions will target those who enrich themselves, with substantial terms and price controls enforced through Price Controllers and Commonwealth machinery. The government aims to recover excess profits and involve consumer, business, and community representation in the advisory process.

Br. Menzies Mr. Menzies Proitecta Pan Monzien Hiuwinom Palley Garloun Commonwealth Menzion Winuli

WORK AS USUAL After Labor group talks Canberra Mintistry advises AWU

Representations from Canberra labor organizations lead the Minister for the Interior to inform the Canberra branch of the AWU that all wingte men on departmental work will be volunteered. Fears of disrupted employment have faded as assurances were given that gains or losses during time off will not prejudice annual leave. Final call-up set for Wednesday with others to follow Friday.

Department of the Interior Nolt Thnir Ue Organsvetlon Lund PA Gourgoud Prat Net &d Malapore Eepee Treagy Canberra Minteter T- Terior A.W.U A. J. Gariiner Cuediner Prine

Sugar Surplus Trade Terms For 1889 Agreement

A British government notice outlines an international agreement limiting sugar exports for the year ended August 31, 1889. It states Britain will receive 458,278 tons of certain sugar products from a surplus Philippine market under the treaty. Additional allocations include 120,000 tons of tents and related goods, with specific distribution to be confirmed in a formal report.

Nurlie

Communists Attack Caibna Monday Amid Unclear Reports

Fragmentary OCR reveals a chaotic account of an assault by communists on Caibna Monday. References to militias, soldiers, and clashes mention a retreat to headquarters and ongoing unrest with many names and places garbled.

Raid and taxation shifts in wartime economy plan

FragmentedOCR notes discuss raid targets and deputy control roles, linking tariff and excise rises to wartime supply strains. Mentions Australian currency, shipping charges, and domestic manufacture as factors shaping price levels, with focus on supply and inflation pressures during conflict.

Menated Acre Eloas Menion Anutorinin

Public Auction Notice of Unpaid Gold Loan Assets

By order of the board W. B. Bennett announces forfeiture for non payment and sale by public auction. The Melbourne Brook district locale and September date are listed with numerous reference numbers and amounts tied to the formerly pledged assets and liabilities.

Melbourne Jayne Gyanga Abnana WES Ihd Athiat WTA Agro Lotsa Wian Saad Sota Lotksy Lnosat BOTSU Bede Bebli BOSSE Poveze Sessa Brea Thrara Bentas Avtoda Ilzhsa Leslig W. B. Bennett

Brawl in Flat Sydnty Leads to Court Remand

In Uhr Braleal Pole Court fugitive case George Irksno aged 20 faced charges alleging involvement in a fight that injured Germaine McDonwid and others. The Kanmyk, 19, reportedly attacked a man. McDonal sustained head injuries and remains in recovery. Kirkwood was remanded on 410 bail.

Uhr Braleal Pole Court Irksno McDonal Kirkwood

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