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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 14, 1939

Page

4

Regulations debate on parliamentary rules stalls criticism

A Parliament discussion centers on proposed regulations and party roles with Labour rejects, citing the changes affect parliamentary functions. Bernard proposes a cross party committee to examine and advise, while Labour resists endorsing the plan and vows to scrutinize the rules through its own channels.

Formaia Prine Bainieet Iar Mengies Bernard Siroolates Labour Labour Party Gevernanit Ie Party Mocs Mir Gurtin Latour Party Ratlaves Syaliane Mamrbers Tava Saates Curtin Aston

Germany Afraid of Pamphlets Headline Fragment

London dispatch reports Germany fears pamphlets amid raids and police actions. A fragment mentions children under ten and a death toll, with unclear details on the raid and casualties.

Germany London Gareene

Weather fragment from Canmira and Inchon report

Fragmentary weather entry lists temperatures and times with confusion. Reads like a 24 hour forecast or data table with figures such as 8 pan and 403 degrees, lacking clear dates or locations beyond Canmira and Inchon.

Canmira Bao Inchon Old Pan

Australian general Majue Gensra lays siege in Australia

Primary source fragment describes General Mad UMajue Gensra leading actions in Australia nearing the end of 186 pages or sections. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR but indicate a military-wide operation with a confrontational stance. Further readable facts are needed for precision.

Umajue Gensra Layaresk Australia

War Cabinet and War Ministry shaping wartime Australia

The Commonwealth Government faces expanded powers and public administration reforms as war demands push for a two‑part ministry. A War Cabinet or composite ministry is considered to ensure political stability and merit-based appointments, with emphasis on wartime efficiency and parliamentary oversight.

Australia Commonwealth Aif War Ministry Soe Mitport le Es Page Country Party Tarwe Menzies Menzies Piske Mansion People c Somaidera Austealia

Spain Mabsent General Fienco Bans Byars in War Talks

Spain and General Fienco ban Byars from continuing talks with Deh Nugerente in what is described as a significant development in the policy of artist peur trea. The report notes the decision as a key move in ongoing negotiations.

Atrist Peur

Sea Harvest MADRID Races Amid German Refugees

Fragmented report notes ships from Germany sheltering in Vigo with over 600 tons cargoes. Other vessels reportedly sail at low prices amid market uncertainty as ships head toward unknown destinations.

Madrid Raceday Vigo Usten Donenes

Australia faces path for industrial expansion through trade and policy

A parliamentary report argues Australia must rely on primary production for stable living standards to support expanding secondary industries. It discusses extending ministerial customs powers to implement board recommendations, and weighs two main avenues: greater diversification of exports or extending protection to domestic industries.

Australia Ofa Onlti Isduatriva Ted Adam Auaralle Manesar Europe Ioarkeets Whitit Bosra Mew Industries Tritain United States

City War Debate Shapes Neutral Bloc's Fate

In New York on a Wednesday report, Count Ciano and Sir Percy Loraine kept talks under wraps while the Associated Press suggested new moves. The leaked view says Britain and France resist price terms as Italy risks shifting to back Germany, with neutral policies in flux and imminent mediation hoped by Mussolini.

New York Alia Count Ciano Sir Percy Loraine Associated Press Vinage Thial Britain France Europe Germany Prasant Crea Vince Magnor Mussolini

London Precautions and Government Steps Reported

In London Tuesday officials from the Department of Information outline precautionary measures and shifts in governmental duties. The report notes central authority adjustments and reorganizations affecting operations and coordination across departments.

Lonton Centre For Government Grehaut

Bounty plan to aid Australian shipbuilders reported

A Tariff Board report urges state support for local shipyards especially for small vessels. It backs a bounty scheme with scale based on tonnage and calls for duty relief on engines and boilers to reduce costs and sustain yard employment amid defence needs.

Australia Tariff Board House of Representatives Nat & Dounty Sokie Weeks UB Herve Boned Itn Rabio United Kingdom Challenge ToPindustries Dowrd Warne Oaly Costa New Banda

Windsor Return Prompts Royal Travel Rumors

Fragmentary London dispatch reports the Duke and Duchess Windsor at a residence in Cove narrating plans to visit Queen Victoria and Marlborough House. The couple will stay as the Duke tours royal venues. A royal itinerary appears to include the Duchess of Kent's London residence.

London Marlborough Tefa Uke Pouthena

War nerves and defence plans dominate parliamentary debate

The session focused on defence and national policy. Menzies and allies sought to empower ministers while opposing delegation of wartime powers. Curtin pressed amendments to prevent broad delegation and to fix plans for home defence and arbitration. Opposition leaders criticized lack of national government and called for immediate mobilisation and expeditionary forces.

U.A Mensies Tn Cavry Renard Acta Anthony C.P Richmond Commonwealth Menales Curtin

Neutrality Congress Meets In Washington Amid Turmoil

The October 1 session in Washington saw lawmakers debating the neutrality policy as President Roosevelt signals possible support. Reports from Associated Press note pressure within Foreign Relations to act, while market news reflects sharp declines and war-time uncertainty.

Washington Restor Vis Nuys Sr. Keervell Conaierssior ALCO Sloane Wending Elven Sure Wabhtington Welch Whea Brite Germany

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