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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 27, 1939
Page
4
Sydney reports a heavy wartime financial burden with the government planning to spend about £17,000,000 in the financial year due to armed conflict. It notes pay, allowances, and training costs for naval personnel and rail workers, highlighting broad defence expenditures.
The Melbourne war cabinet session was opened as preparations began for a full Commonwealth Cabinet meeting tomorrow at Victoria Barracks. The Prime Minister said agendas were not yet seen and the cabinet would act where required, considering measures in light of circumstances.
In Sydney the Equity Court judge rejects broadening a horse racing license influence amid a crowd of applicants and critics. Phillip Kuhn and his brother, among many others, faced the hearing as the judge notes most applicants lack prospects, and Kuhn is directed to settle promptly for the sake of workers and economy.
The Canberra division of the Red Cross appeals for further contributions to support funding areas. Government employees are urged to donate as part of the ongoing fundraising effort.
A report notes a slight fall in overall food prices in August across 30 cities and towns. Potatoes rose considerably while some items like ponemon aceite and other staples fell modestly, signaling mixed inflation pressures in the late summer period.
Melbourne reports a program to establish a system for junior military training across Australia. Subalterns and commissioned officers will participate, with initial classes in October. Locations include Victoria, Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia, Western Australia.
The Canberra ambulance service outlines a call for candidates to enrol in the upcoming St John Ambulance convention. Interested individuals should contact the Chief Ambulance Officer Dougina at the listed office.
Miss Hope Tuvaril, daughter of Mrs Ra Tutyaed of the Spinners Canberra, was expected in London but postponed. In Canberra, Miss Thiyard studied for the Wu, helped evacuate invalids, and shared duties with local church groups. Reports describe concerts, fashion parades, and fundraising aims by St Paul’s Ladies Guild and other groups, with events at Kingston and Le Mex venues for church benefactions and hospital aid.
The YWCA announces a First Aid class with a full examination and a sewing and knitting group meeting Mondays at the YWCA. Pottery and Camp Reunion plans are noted, along with a Community Dinner on Tuesday and a ballroom dancing schedule adjusted for a public holiday. Employment notices list vacancies for daily workers and live-in positions, with cooking and crafts sessions for interested girls.
An ad style note markets Heenza as the best cough remedy for colds and throat issues. It mentions formulation like Honzo and Fr private names, urging customers to try Heenza for relief and claiming it helps with head cold symptoms. The tone imitates a nostalgiac, low quality promotional blurb.
Defence Department announces immediate need for about 250 remount horses aged 10 to 12 years for service in war. Minister Street says the Remount Purse is on course with snatched supply from various states. Requests for donations from the public and army branches to help locate suitable horses and arrange transport.
Sydney reports on the prior year rail operations with revenue rising by 90,525 pounds while expenses increased. The review notes ongoing work and the department’s financing, with the inquiry directed by the rail commissioner to maintain ongoing services.
A fragmented report from Melbourne details a 2020 incident where a witness testifies about a blackout under police supervision. The witness recalls a nephew and mentions a Special Constabulary head, with references to September activity and uncertain timing amid police proceedings.
Queensland reports a strong rise in gold and oil exploration value with gold production up to 439 units and total value £142,667 over the prior year. Base metals remain active, while oil remains elusive in payable quantities. Brisbane's Lorik Mayr, former Mines Minister, is optimistic about prospects in Roma district.
A tense reaction followed a cable report that Mise Lorne Smith and another woman were being held by abductors in the Dominioan. Locals fear for their safety while a winger named laughter is thought to return unharmed, though confusion remains.
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