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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 30, 1939

Page

2

Southern Pacific peace bloc urges closer Australia New Zealand unity

The piece argues war disrupts imports to Australia and New Zealand, prompting trade revision. It advocates financial aid and closer economic union, stressing shared imperial interests, allied war needs, and closer political ties within the empire. It calls for Commonwealth support to facilitate industrial flow and mutual prosperity.

Australia New Zealand Commonwealth United Kingdom Pacific

Village Concert Highlights By Women’s Service Group

A late 19th century concert by the Women’s Service group featured Violet Gradey, Mrs. Gray Clayton, and Mr. Valatunitree performing duets and solos including Garden of My Heart and The Dawn. Mc Cumley Canberry lauded the baritone, with Yvonne Gidboia and other performers delivering dances and songs. The Mayor presided as event organizer thanked volunteers and J.B. Young for arrangements. The parade and musical program showcased local talent and community support.

Laateyuin Evel Ig Vaughan Violet Gradiey Gray Clayton Valatunitree Ma. Cumley Canberray le Baritome Ato Bandaeecas Somedy Temuta Ae Campin Bunaiay Sondlat Mrr. Crampii Junit Mr. J. Spense Mefeedhse Ald Tamond Mire Ul Imblen J.B. Young Exhel Welnh

Governor and Lady Attend Event with Key Attendees

The Governor and Lady Gowele attended by Mia Tele Price and Captain UL will be joined by Braceginils arriving in Sydney this netalogy train from Melbourne.

Vigemedal Vivir Awallendes Cinneml Lady Gowele Mia Tele Price UL. Braceginils Sydney Melbourn

Baltic states shift under Soviet pressure

Stockholm reports Estonia becomes a reduced vassal in a tense Baltic position. The piece warns Latvia may lose trade while Lithuania risks collapse, and Sweden watches closely as Europe undergoes a broad power transformation with unforeseen consequences.

Stockholm Tonia Ite Atep Europe Latvia Lithuania Sweden Albu

Tasman Air Service Axdney Plan To Convene Next Week

The Minister for Government Aviation and a joint committee from Britain, Australia, and New Zealand will meet in London next week to decide when the Tasman Air service between Australia and Britain will commence, with talks also touching on naval facilities in New Zealand.

Axdney Givi Aviation Bitdon Tisallan Nowy Boulend Imperial Airways London rane-Tasmen Yng Bo Aerview Sommence New Ben Nowiinse Nor Fce Enamence Navelner

WEAK ROOSEVELT EMBARGO PROPOSAL VOTED APPROVED IN CONGRESS

News in Brief from New York reports the Foreign Relations Committee approved by six votes the proposal to end the arms embargo. German forces are withdrawal from Rabaul while a Sydney to Wellington plane was forced to return due to poor visibility. The advisory committee discusses credits and trade restrictions, with debate on American merchant shipping and potential limits on air routes in belligerent areas.

New York Foreign Relations Committee Roosevelt Colg West Farm Pacific Ocean United States Australia New Zealand Vfedite Pittman Wabhington Omdale Walld Wales

Price Control Modition And Cooperation Expected In Pricing

Officials announced yesterday that price control will be a thin supervision measure if needed. Stores may display all prices with cooperation from the price fixing agent. Consumers who feel overcharged may apply to the commission for adjustments.

Lange Storee Poe

Amitish Bombberg in Rumania Airlift Report

London dispatch notes a vague airlift from Sualand to Romania with 24 units flown to aid air operations. The National Union of Manufacturers advocates budget modification to align with wartime conditions and formal reviews resume to adapt to the strategic situation.

Rumania Sualand Romanian Airate London National Union of Menuteaturers

Lithuania Tops War Council Appointments In New Government

Lithuania announces a new dotenes council chaired by the president with ministers for War Foreign Affairs Finances Communications and Interior, plus the Army General Staff chief. Canada renews purchase talks for 1.2 million ounces of silver. Arctic research leader Major-General Blamey steps aside after 55 years in work.

Lithuania Republic Enliots Toronto Thureday Pat Baird Cambridge Aban Blamey Arctic Peres Cece Aretic Entat K. Sgiltes Kra J. D. Layaruck Oficer Victoria Tasmania South Australia Jenevs Pasipa Nfficer Nsw Watson Rer Sigh Colmianioner London T. Willians Military Board

General Bir The Blamey Takes Command In 6th Division

Friday report states Prime Minister Monares announced General Blamey would command the 6th Division in Australia with 20,009 troops, overseeing oversense duties.

Trelbourne Monares Bir the Blamey Treane Australia

War and economic measures amid wartime Australia

Melbourne reports Cabinet to meet in Adelaide Tuesday to authorize payment for mines and special forces. Wellington notes higher postage and telecommunication costs as part of wartime rationing, with expected £500 000 revenue next month. Brisbane discusses state loan plans and council funding. Sydney reports government stance against profiteering and action to curb it, with the Price Commissioner set to require price justification.

Australia Wer Cassy Tovday Sun Rites Ripon Times Jupiter Matlin Melbourne Prine Affulater Menzies Apdney Wellington Ole Brisbane Eremler Forgan Enith CY Council Commonwealth Brule Hada API

Mopping Up Small States In Europe

London reports gauge a broad economic and political revise as Russia and Germany seek increased influence. Berlin observers note Moscow aims to extend control over Latvia Romania and the Balkans while Turkey aligns to solidify influence on the Bosphorus. The alliance will bind states under joint Russian German policy.

Berlin Copenhagen Nationa 0 Dende Mi Monchoel Sui Wstomia Russo Latvia Rumania Russia Poliah Biacie Turkey Bosphorus Lieso Altate Germany Bonndine Yi

German Sabotage Trial Remarks Lead to Death Sentence

Fragmentary report notes a British premier acknowledging a sabotage case involving Karl Gehroeder at a farm. The outline mentions a death sentence or life detention for national defense, with a £20,000 stake and a charted plan tied to the incident.

London Berlin Prem Great Britain Karl Gehroeder

Church planned services and events at St Michael and St John

The church outlines Sunday services led by the Archdeacon at 11 am and 7 30 pm at St Michael and All Angels and St John’s Church. The sermon topics include The Christian Religion, Founders of the Church, and Rt. Columba. A Young Anglicans group about Canberra will camp at the Cotter River today. Mothers’ Union meets Wednesday at 7 pm. office will be closed later at the Ferry Church enclosure.

Bt. Michaela Nervicra Jeanne Crista Coluenda Scott St Paul's St Mini Whiting Canberra Tom Varique Pana Tne Goulburn Grocuve Cotter River Mothers’ Union Sabwrs Ferry

Cantata at Rt Christopher’s opens Holy Week rites

The Catholic community toheld Mass and a cantata The Proper of the Mass under conductor My. W. Dolg at Rt Christopher’s with devotions nightly. A statue prayer service and Isaiah devotions are planned at Mt Christopher’s and St Patrick’s on Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:00 am during October’s devotion period.

Rt. Christopher'a Maas John My. W. Dolg Holy Howe Rt. Christophers Pate Mt. TA. Pam Mt. Christopher's Pramloh Jonn Ah Money Tharwa Hin Parenta

State Taxation Debate and War Expenditure Pressures

Taxpayer Anita voices concern over the state budget and tax burden amid wartime costs. Officials discuss Government revenue needs as rates of taxation remain under review. Community notices include guild meetings, church services, and a Remembrance Day event schedule across Braddon and Canberra venues.

Anita Acement Sre Bonald Syibey Meunea Commonwealth Jstate Avaiia le Felda

Enlistments and the New War Service Affects

The article discusses Major Gilbert Dyett and the ALR members, outlining enlistment considerations for garrisons and the strategic aim to support Britain and dominions. It notes the need for a disciplined force to deter conflict and unite Australia with allied nations amid growing tensions.

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Romanian Citizens Assigned to British Military Commands

Romanian citizens in Great Britain and Northern Ireland have been ordered to report to the command in London. The notice lists assignments to the Romanian navy army and air force reserves and directs readiness for service. The move reflects coordination between Romanian and British authorities amid ongoing regional security concerns.

Lonton Thoradew Brice Northern Ireland Beloty Hve Ache London

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