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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 28, 1939
Page
4
State boards to govern rentals under the Rental Control Plan review. Precautions to prevent distress and price manipulation. boards may hear cases and issue orders upon magistrate approval. Regulations enable rent controls through December 31 and set payment dates, with penalties for noncompliance or threats to housing stability.
A Canberra Times column surveys how wartime strategy is discussed at home with Churchill and Chamberlain in focus. It argues the sea war under Britain is strong, while land actions on the Western Front remain cautious and trusted to the leaders. It cites Mr. Menzies’ national broadcast and urges patience and unity.
The Government announced new measures under the National Security Act to extend oversight of enemy assets abroad and within Australia. Trustees will manage enemy property in the Commonwealth until war ends, with requirements for details of shares, stocks, and profits held for enemy subjects. Firms with enemy partners must disclose all profits interests to the Treasury.
The hospital tax yields total £10,748 for the year ending June 30, with receipts posted including penalties. Expenditure amounted to £17,008, covering medical supplies, maintenance, ambulance services, and vehicle upkeep.
The Minister for Customs announced a temporary exemption for goods from the Pacific Islands including the Solomons Fiji Western Samoa New Hebrides Cook Islands and New Caledonia from the lovermean exchange restrictions. The exception applies to items for personal use or consumption only.
The Bhanghat Newsmeency notes Japanese forces within 20 miles of Changehas and describes defences as crumbling. Five Chinese divisions are shown in full retreat as Melbourne dispatches warn of ongoing strategic withdrawals and looming cabinet decisions on payments and troop actions.
Plans for new Commonwealth taxation in November aim to fund wartime costs. Proposals include increased excise taxes and wartime profits taxes, with potential small duties and a half-penny to two-pence shift. Tax per head figures show rising burden across states, led by Queensland and national collections reaching over £125 million in 1938–39.
Sydney residents voice objections to state tax increases amid wartime measures. Mr McKellar of the New South Wales Taxpayers Association says rises on top of Commonwealth import taxes burden private enterprise. Critics argue Commonwealth taxation should cover defence and war needs, not state revenue hikes.
Sydney report notes delays in launching a Polish relief fund as officials debate organization and appeal actions. The consul general and premier express support, while a small group is blamed for hindering the effort to aid distressed Poles.
The report details Canberra area weather with a forecasted high around 24 degrees, a low near 9 degrees, and a 2 pm peak. It notes winds in the morning and evening, rainfall around three tenths of an inch, and a general warm day with potential showers.
London reports a British plane was forced to land in Iceland due to fog. The crew and aircraft are safely accounted for with no injuries mentioned.
Romanian authorities seized 14 trucks carrying 425 million sterling from Poland to fund refugee care. The action halves Poland's gold reserves, with the rest reportedly overseas for safekeeping.
In the House of Commons Sir John Simon warned the £570 million credit may not cover all needs this financial year. He said Britain would face higher outlays and would likely need additional revenue measures and large scale defence spending beyond earlier sacrifices.
The Australian report notes a denial by Attorney General regarding a statement about militia camp pay disparities. It reports that the government promised to continue special superannuation and insurance payments, while employees not in military service faced penalties. The piece discusses employer reactions and the political stance of Premier Mr. Dwyer Gray.
Canberra visitors are rising, with fortnight counts hinting at a new high this week. Officials expect the daily total to top 10 000, though no major local sporting events or Queenbeyan Hospital Carnival are planned this period.
A wartime policy delays by elections in London are announced with the aim of maintaining national unity and worker support. The ruling party pledges to retain its influence and prepare for a by election once wartime duties ease. The move reflects the era's emphasis on loyalty and public service during crisis.
Melbourne government issue outlines provisional list of service age enlistments and exemptions. It explains wartime military service credits and which occupations and workers are exempt or restricted, including farming, contracting, postal services, and engineers, with details on age limits and student exemptions.
The Navy Department has decided to send a substantial Pacific fleet detachment to Hawaiian waters for exercises. The plan follows criticism of the centralisation effect at San Pedro and aims to test fleet readiness in the Pacific theater.
USA to conserve supplies as President Ravervaltia warns against settling foreign purchases. Overture to buy crude copper and manganese materials. Hull reports talks with Britain to curb departs and preserve international law rights. Army orders increase for war planes and tanks, with 27 million in orders already placed.
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