Ministers and the Press in a Turbulent Era
The article discusses the Defence Ministry as a potential danger area within the Federal Cabinet, once treated as a sinecure. It traces how Germany’s rearmament and Hitler’s agenda unsettled the world, followed by Japan and Italy abandoning pledges, signaling a gradual shift toward greater global conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ministry For Foreign Affairs
Ministry For Defence
Australia
Defence Department
Germany
Hitler
League
Japan
Italy
Peprenesé
Defence, Thorby under attack over speed mania in Australia
The piece argues the defense ministry under Mr. Thorby faces unfair, concerted criticism from metropolitan papers. It compares the attack to Beaverbrook’s treatment of Eden in Britain and questions the rush to judgment over public statements and risky aviation travel. The author defends Thorby’s cautious stance and calls for fairer assessment of his work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Defence
Thorby
Sydney Sun
Beaverbrook Press
England
Eden
House of Commons
Beaverbrook
United States
Australia
3rd Battalion Unit Dance Thriving Social Event Set
The first 3rd Battalion unit dance at Southern Cross Hall drew strong attendance with uniforms and a four-piece orchestra. Next dance planned for July signals growing activity on parade nights and recruiting. Vacancies for about 40 recruits expected to be filled to restore full strength by season’s end. A national appeal urged employers to facilitate employee militia participation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern Cross Hall
Pmceerqaen Cleon
Complaint Over Neon Sign Argument With Main Roads Chief
A letter to Goulburn City Council from Neon Signs Ltd rebukes remarks by Main Roads Commissioner H Newell at a recent Shires Conference. The firm questions the link between advertising signs and road accidents, seeks authentic figures, and calls for sign controls at dangerous intersections while defending highway aesthetics and safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neon Signs, Ltd
Goulburn City
H. Newell
N.S
Newell
Tle Wits Ouklng
Eeterring Telecomenencad Vieline
Goulburn City Council Hears on Street and Drain Issues
City Engineer A Lavercombe reports on pipes and culverts along Clinton Street and Rosemante Road to address waterway blockages from roots and debris. He recommends gravelling repairs and pipe replacement, with Alderman Duffy noting past pipe blockages and the mayor urging periodic gutter cleaning to prevent flooding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Gope
Clinton Street
A. Lavercombe
Goulburn
Painter
Rose- Tante
T. J. McLein
Rosemante
Goulhurn
Mornay
Ald
John Dotty
Ditty
Duffy
Village News Brief: Appointments and Travels
Personal notes report Mr August Oberg of Goulburn has begun teaching the Vielin at St Patrick's College succeeding Mr Arvid Mielen. Mr and Mrs Owen Markwell of St Peter have returned from a weekend in Goulburn. A guest list includes Mrs H Jaggard of Hurtsville. Crookwell Shire Council votes to send congratulations to Dr J J Wale on his election as president of the Shires Association.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
August Oberg
Goulburn
St. Patrick's College
Arvid Mielen
Owen Markwell
St. Petera
PF. S. Harrington
Brisbane
Crookwell
Kennedy
J.J. Wale
Mulwaree
Melutekh Aim
Thirtis
Connell
Tines
Health Department
Bannister
Poet Union
Earneil
Croankwell Sale Yards
O Brien
Dooley
Asaimst
Cr. Irien
Pra
Faraly
Dr. King
Sporting
Daley
R. Mc Donald
Cr. King
Dontey
Long Service Kenmore Official Retires After 30 Years
A large gathering of Kenmore Hospital officials honored Mr. Scaife upon retirement after nearly three decades of service. Speakers praised his leadership of the vegetable garden, loyalty to the institution, and long tenure under four managers, while colleagues extended best wishes for health and happiness in retirement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kenmore
Idre Aealfe
AG. Kemlerson
Bh Wider
Realle
Air
W. Ekins
Indonwrchitt
Keowee Sealife
Ekink
Reallé
Ekin
Seattehe
W. Ff. Dewhirst
Myr
Sealife
Jones
Scaife
Minogue
Merleeu Perin Fement
Lcwife
Mra. Scalfe
Solfe
Scalife
Scalfe
Seaite
Wod
Mesars
Rankin
Fleming
Hebblewhite
Henderson
Oan
Drews
District Ambulance District Exam Results At Yass Branch
Names of candidates who passed the first year St. JolI Ambulance Association certificates are listed with marks. D J Rows oversaw the Yass branch examinations and Dr J English conducted the assessments. Sheila Williamson led with 120, Paul Joseph Aracken 111, Francis David Aracken 96, Cecily Ann Gibson 79, Michael Nicholas 72.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yarabra
Goulburn
Yass
D. J. Rows
J. English
St. Joli Ambulance Association
Sheila Williamson
Paul Joseph Aracken
Francis David Aracken
Cecily Ann Gibson
Micharit Nicholas
Brisbane Water district auction for ambilance wagon
A Gosford Sunday event offered £400 for a new ambulance wagon for the Brisbane Water district service which covers 630 square miles. Miss Yvonne Palmer of Yarralaming was the winner, with £175 raised on her behalf.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gosford
Brisbane Water District Service
Yvonne Palmer
Yarralamong
Health Inspector Recommends Prohibiting Waste Dump on Bishop Street
Mea H Currell, Health and Building Inspector, told the May lat Meeting of the council that Bishop Street premises had been rejected under council directions. She suggested issuing a notice to the owner prohibiting further garbage waste water or putrefiable matter on the land. The report also notes actions related to safety and proper disposal, urging adherence to standards and enforcement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mea H. Currell
Cley Cownell
Bishop Street
Counel
Many Matters at Crookwell Shire Council Meeting
Crookwell Shire Council held its monthly meeting with members including A. D. McIntosh and Dooley among others. The president reported on the Sydney conference, noting major issues addressed, and discussions covered roads, public health measures, building applications, and local infrastructure needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crookwell
Treatlent
A. D. Mclntosh
Cra
Kong
Dooley
Warren
Kennedy
McDooall
Goulburn council backs park works and film project
The Goulburn City Council approved Heamore Park works and a proposed propaganda film fund. A supply project for street work and health inspections was also authorized, with details including a land purchase and public works funding outlined for the week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glass House
Plins
Goulburn
Pelion
Heamore Park
A. Curvell
Goulburn UAP Younger Set Hosts Debating Team Visit
The Goulburn UAP Younger Set hosted a visiting Ryde Debating Team on a Thursday meeting chaired by President Mr Arb ld. Plans included a party route with the Younger Set, invitations extended to members for secretarial input, and potential representation at future debates. Visitors from Syiney were noted alongside announcements of debated topics and preparations for a Southern Crnas Hall event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arb Ld
Secericy
van Anzeat
Norman
Geaulburn
Initeel
Giantburn
Syiney
Keladine
Unre
Mirchell
Uldiedt
Salman
Cleeles
Crnas
Mingementa
Bourne
Eileen
Pat
Goulburn
Erik Taree
Ety Hagiel
Kipling Home Becomes Village Show Place and Shrine
The village marks Kipling's home as a show place with visitors peering at Haleman's English house while Mrs Kipling remains private. Tourists view Kipling's garden and study, the Kipling Chamber, and a large photograph, all memorializing the author who died after a Boer War era life, with limited access and reverent devotion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haleman
Heard and Seen More About the Croonera
A garbled item cites a nameless explorer and odd phrases about Arctic life and survival. It hints at public reaction, self pity, and a cryptic mix of quotes, with disjointed speculation on wellbeing and a blender reference.
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Commonwealth
Saliafled
Gibb & Beeman
Hollis
Hollis & Co
Ope
Pew Hall
Optometrists
Amt
Aturn
Holston Hotel
Gunning
Telegraph Hotel
I A. Barraclough Ltd
Opometrivne and Opticians
George Hireet
A.m
Goulburn Hotel
Orly
A. KE. Clark
Boulbuen
Ministers and the Press
Mr. H. Newell
Thorauehly
Myanton
Merid
Frank L. Apperly
Richmond
Virginia
American Association For the Advancement of Science
Washington
Crookwell Shire
Agndal
Shire Electrona
Meintoah
Conneilara
Tubrett
Meering
MM Imesh
Newtown
Connec
Seeree
Cr. Mentosh
Wooly
Wade
Woata
H. Gumneon
Ainnaytian
Galla
de Leouble
Bowsers
Messa
Maxter Bees
H. Pincott
Ho Beran
WN. Bassywaite
E. Pearman
Mees Nicholean
Meltoneld
Ternidssien
Syle Varde Comunities
Adopres
Valdes
Limerick
Myon
Jolstitton
Uonwibo
Crookwell-Klalla
Tae
Dave
Ang
Cleaelricky
Bao
Wiehi
Aif
Pentt& Uiet
Phorahay
Auburn St
Kishobils
Wilmer
Uber Steen
LEO
Ffatertoure
Vowschaibilke
Hssipeare A4
Sack
Mr Crane
Buniger
Vo Hick Mrinkley
Riva Bowel
Tweed Heads
Norma Curven
Clunk
Jack Avint-rey
Thehark Oy
Girvan
Josep Daniger
Browery
Tirinkley
Goulburn U.A.P. Younger
Ryde
Kipling
New Show Place
Essex
Bourke
de Aere
Aimple Membarial
Kipting Chamber
Kipline
Deepsea
Athantic
Mbeki
Coney Ati
Bote
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