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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 28, 1939

Page

2

Prices Advisory Panel named in New South Wales assembly

The Prices Com mune plan gains an honorary Prices Advisory Panel named by the Premier in the Legislative Assembly. Members include Mrs. B. Glencross as chair, J Hughes of the N.W. Nar Nar Co unnel, C. A. Fraser ex Norco Co operative Ltd, L Rawilegs Chamber of Commerce, and A Marka Chamber of Manufacturers, to aid price control efforts.

Sydney Carver Malr Legioiati Assembly B. Glencross Federated Association O Australian Housewives J Hughes N.&.w. Lanar Caunell C. A. Fraser Norco Co-operative Ltd L. Rawilegs Chamber” of Commerce A. Marka Chamber of Mai ‘Otues

Militia Call and Camp Plans Across Units

Water bottles arrived for all members, must be collected before camp. Enlistment notices for the Special 20,000 force are published. applicants should apply via their Company. Camp runs Nov 11 to Dec 3, leaves of absence required. Parades and training emphasized for Signal and Transport sections ahead of camp. Golf and rugby notes appear alongside unit logistics and personnel details.

Potatoes Supplies Short as Market Hints Higher Prices

In Sydney on Wednesday potatoes rise to 24 pounds per ton, restricting consumer access. Sussex Street agents warn further price increases due to adverse conditions in other states. TJ Wax notes national supply shortages. City agents scour country districts for contracts, but success remains limited. The Tasmanian season ends, leaving Sydney to rely on mainland supplies.

Sydney

Brothers to Stand Murder Trial in Committal Hearing

Patric Ryan, 26, and his brother Famer Ryan, 18, were committed for trial by the District Coroner today on a charge of murdering Kit Hee, an elderly Chinese man. Ball was not questioned.

Batauret Weilheudity Patric Ryan Famer Ryan Bamesarge Kit Hee Chiners Ball

Remand on Murder Charge in Sydney Court

Sydney court remanded John i Kirkwood on the murder charge of feloniously alleging injury to Gervaine MacDonald. He was ordered to report to police daily as the prosecution's case unfolded while another grievous bodily harm charge against him was withdrawn due to lack of evidence.

Sydney Wednewlay John i Kirkwood Alain Gervaine MacDonald Kirkwood Someton Ton MacDoxiall Pater

Censorship in Ye Hise Discussed by British Ministers

In a London session on Lent Wednesday the Lords examined censorship policy. Lord MacMillan defended the Ministry of Information as a mere postman for news from other governments while ensuring military considerations. he noted possible requests for more material if needed and claimed censorship should facilitate, not impede, the war effort. Lord Strabolgi pressed on the Queen’s Perth return report and called the process a blunder, questioning independence of the Censorship Board and whether Millay was in charge.

London Lara Lord Tanhope Macsilan Machailian Ministry Mage Tord Strabolgi Ministry of Information Perth MacMillan UEC Unter Lord Stravelgi Millay

Conspiracy charge fails in Sydney court case

Mary Ann Aline Jen,eery and Leonard Robert Milne faced conspiracy to defraud charges amid a £15,000 fraud scheme. Prosecutors argued for false pretences against Milne while the magistrate discharged the defendants at Central Court, ending the case.

Sydney Wednesda Mary Ann Aline Jen Eery Woman Ann Lenard Robert Milne Eugene Matilda Jenkin Mine reThe Counel Mingiatrate Jond Voth Uw Central Court

Canberra High Level Plans Emergency Course For All Students

The Canberra High Level authorities announce a compulsory emergency training course for every student, lasting one term day or next weeks, to be followed by a school certificate exam. Dr Clements of the Institute of Anatomy assisted in prep, and the headmaster Mr Watson notes funds from the annual play night will bolster a library fund. Upcoming meetings include the Parents and Citizens Association and the training of physical instructors for girls and boys, plus a symposium for trainingclasers. The report also covers donations of large historical pictures, tennis district events, and ongoing athletic and scouting activities at the school.

Canberra Lcvel Institute of Anatomiy Dr Clements Clements Aif Watson Parente Amt Citheens’ Agsouiation Slan Leach Worthington Mist Leach New South Wales J. T Reld Redd Witch School Vantage Pubin

Canberra Grammar Lecture On Grace and Palestine Journey

Miss Grace a missionary gave an interesting lecture on her travels in Palestina aided by lantern slides. Canon Edwarda and Rev. Tinpoon attended the Synod of the Queensland Process as part of the Canberra Grammar program on Monday and Wednesday.

Laat Baturday Wight Canberra

Nell Blue Cup Cricket Draw and Upcoming Matches

Advised schedule for the Nell Blue Cup cricket includes a petition to the commissioner for an upcoming Friday. Matthew teams face Fulhrwn with venues at Telowen Park Queanteyan and Caihoun Grammar. The draw lists Wong Poma matches and three emilytions with publication slated for June date.

Comizoner UN Eriday Matthew Fulhrwn Telowen Park Queanteyan Telopen Park A Wong Poma Emilytions Findi Mtn Jutwe

Sports Carnival to be held at Manuka Oval next Wednesday

Disjointed OCR notes indicate a sports carnival involving combined secondary schools to be staged at Manuka Oval on Wednesday. The fragment hints at an athletic program and organizational mentions but remains unclear on teams or exact events.

Manuka Oval Realay Tomae

Queanbeyan and Canberra Scout Notes Highlight Troop Activities

A Queanbeyan and Canberra scouting update details troop events. Scouts from Queanbeyan led by Warren and two assistant scouts attend a Canberra St Pauls gathering at Bt. Pauls Hall. Over 200 attendees supported a Sunday club opening with donations and local mayoral involvement noted.

Queanbeyan Tnd Queanbeyan Scouts Wiliamedale Lavoe Uindor Vanvns Warren Sth Canberra BT. Paul's Bouts Hall Thomday Yualaw Pauly Baluriay Acoutn Wilder Queanbeyon

Darwin Strikers and Housing Clash Over RAAF Accommodation

Fragmentary report notes Darwin strikers and SWednentsy chatter about two nights’ stay, accommodation limits, and a contractor dispute. Mentions Northen Territory Works feature with Mas Stoddard explaining labor stoppage and evacuation of RAAF housing due to missing clause obliging the contractor to provide alternative lodging.

Darwin Swednentsy RAAF

Driver Killed When Truck Overturned in Sydney

In Balmain, 34 year old Horace Ghatun became trapped under a truck that overturned at Homebase. Ian, the driver, was pulled clear as petrol spilled and flames ignited, causing extensive destruction to the vehicle.

Sydney Horace Ghatun Balmain Ian Rick Tuck

War Furphies Rumours Must Cease in Melbourne

Melbourne reports urge an end to wartime furphies as information minister Han Gnnlott vows to enact measures. Officials say such rumours only aid opponents and hinder public morale amid ongoing conflict.

Melbourne Han

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