Retention of Controls Debated in Postwar Australia
The article argues for maintaining wartime financial and economic controls for another year beyond the National Scrutiny Act, citing scarce materials, inflation risks, and the need to balance supply and demand. It notes evasion issues, calls for cautious easing, and warns against premature removal that could disrupt earnings, prices, and land values while emphasising periodic reviews by Dr Evatt.
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Avattalisne
Federal Sewnan
Ip Erica
Australia
America
Costa
Red Cross Gift to Cairns Hospital Delivers Supplies
A large donation from the Australian Red Cross Society to Cairns Hospital includes three refrigerators, two Exeter radio sets, 30 bedside rockets, 40 lamps, linen, glasses, and extensive medical and hospital furniture. The gift aids patient comfort and hospital operations amid wartime strain, with emphasis on electric food storage and children's care items.
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Cairne
Cairne Ranch Ooite
Australian Red Cross Society
Exeter
Howch's
Andi
Obituary Notice From Buranda Community
The obituary notes the death of Mrs FH Ververs of Buranda on Cairns yesterday afternoon. She was aged about 3 weeks and survived by her husband Baw tf Verge of the army and Mire Eddienon. The church of England is mentioned in relation to her funeral arrangements.
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Mtr
Ververs
Buranda
Cairns
Church
England
Cairns Letter Deliveries Expanded in Local Mail Service
The Member for Kennedy, Mr W J Riordan, reports approval for improved Cairns mail delivery with additional afternoon service to the Calmsetty area. Second delivery zones cover the Esplanade Wharf area to Kuranda line and nearby streets. Trial increased frequency began December 1 and starts January 1 with a daily per pyrene bus service.
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Kennedy
W. JF. Riordan
Cairns
Calero
Ponthem
Calmsetty
Ab Ur
Kuranda
Raplanade
Anahari
Golden Casket Lottery Draws Reported in Brisbane
The Brisbane notice details a Golden Casket draw held Saturday with ticket 43719 from Golden Casket No. 1081. Winners include first prize and multiple entrants listed by name and agency, with locations noted on Adelaide Street Brisbane. The partial text references organizers Templeton and McAnslly and a local agency on Adelaide Street.
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Brisbane
County
M.A. Dean
B. Dance
Penners
Bane
Arrian
Letoerman
Comater
Ena
Adelaide Street
Templeton W
Shock Restores Speech After Machine Shock in London
In London on December 22 an engineer Maurice Davie of Worcester reports a decade of speech loss following an illness at age 14. A working machine shock revived his speech, Davis said, claiming the event reawakened his vocal cords and restored communication.
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London
Maurice Davie
Worcester
Davis
Tervicewomen
Commonwealth Reconstruction
Armare Genera
Tal Treegheet
Dee
Shipping Movements Show Timber Loading at Sea Port
Shipping movements indicate loads of timber and full cargo being loaded at the port. Agents coordinate handling and entry at the quay as crews prepare for the voyage underway this week.
In memoriam notices and family remembrances mix
A heavily garbled page shows multiple in loving memory lines for Mona Sands Hoare Patsom Firth and others. Fragments mention memory, love, family roles, and dates, with unreadable OCR shaping a memorial notice cluster from a local newspaper.
Fragmentary note on December 24 event in news page
A partial OCR fragment mentions December 24 and an event name. Names and places are unclear, but the note lists dates and a possible venue or publication context. The readable bits suggest a news item or notice, lacking complete details to identify participants or outcomes.
Electric Fire In Draper Street House Sparks Fire Brigade Call
A blaze at a Draper Street residence drew the fire brigade at 11:30 after neighbors reported smoke. The occupants, identified as Mr. W. King and associates, were warned to avoid rocks and water hazards while abiding safety tips and public notices about beach and coast warnings.
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Draper-street
W. King
S Q Holiday Resorts Day Mantry Dave Tome
The report notes late applications and near record lows for this year as agents report low interest and a likely drop in February activity. The text references cancellations and a rush to secure recommendations amid waning demand.
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Dave Tome
Bown
BARCE FOR RAAF. GRAVES 19 EUROPE REPORT
Fragmentary wartime dispatch notes mention RAAF involvement and graves in Europe. Tarnished OCR yields unclear details on ships, dates, or casualty counts.
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Abarce
RAAF
Graves
Europe
Disrupted Play Marks NSW Test Innings Against South Australia
An incomplete match report shows New South Wales struggling in the first innings against South Australia. The fragment notes misplayed shots, partial score updates, and key players such as Lukeman Grieves and Supper contributing modestly as the new ball was tested.
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New South
Wales
Austalia
Drotan
Barchiara
Sydney December cricket crowd faces betting row at racecourse
A garbled report from Sydney notes December 22 cricket at the Sheridan stand where many paid 5/11 to watch first class cricket. Disruptive racecourse staff blocked views and offered odds as Barnes neared fifty, with bettors paying heavy prices and prices called amid crowd disturbance.
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Sydney
Sheridan
S.C.C
Sea First Clase
Barnes
Odds Against Bradman as Midlestein Bet Offensive Scare
A chaotic report from South Australia describes bookmakers offering odds against Bradman amid a tense cricket test. Bets circulate on scores while officials worry bets may pressure players to alter play, with rumors of backers wagering through friends and possible match manipulation.
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Batenen
Sheridan
Sydney Gas Supply Doubtful Amid Worker Threats
Reported trouble over gas supply in Sydney as workers threaten stoppage. Allegations of production disruption and management disputes surface following an industrial commission inquiry into the company.
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Sydney
Smu
PROVINCIAL GAME STIRS ENGLISHMEN AS GAS WORKERS CRISIS
Newcastle reports a tense day as players and fans watched disruptions from gas workers. The protest at Leichhardt Stadium led to promises of higher wages and penalty rates. A government administrator was sought to take control of the works, with a review meeting planned for the month.
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Leichhardt Stadium
Netlown
Bud- May
Melbourne talks seek end to Victoria South Australia dispute
Melbourne reports progress toward a three point settlement plan to end the South Australia dispute with Premier Playford’s intervention. Conciliation hearings may occur tomorrow if the South Australian strike ends. Victoria union leaders hope the move ends the Melbourne dispute. United Women's Movement seeks action on mothers camping out until the situation normalizes.
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Melbourne
Opne
Victoria
Meleouene
United Women's Movement
Hire
Maine
Hobart Transport Workers Discuss Grievances In Stop Work
Hobart December 22 tram and trolley services halted for three hours as workers held a stop work meeting over disputes with the City Council. They claim overtime for Saturdays and double time for Sundays. A report on the Feast of conference between the City Council and union representatives was to be heard tomorrow, with a potential Christmas Eve strike if unresolved.
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Hobart
Rolley-Bue
Girl With Nail In Lung Won’t Travel Home
Shirley Skinner of Melbourne, with a nail in her lung, was flown to Sydney for surgery. Accompanied by her mother Mine Skinner, doctors say removal requires equipment not available locally. A public subscription sought funds to enable Miss Skinner and her mother to travel to Philadelphia. total £2500 raised.
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Melbourne
Shirley Skinner
Sydney
ASA
Sky
Ronster
Amelia
Wil Tunde
Mine Skinner
Mulley suspension sparks license dispute at Beverley Hills
Amid row over a racing license, Jocky Mulley denies heavy drinking or trial faults and criticizes the suspension process. Statements from Mulley and associates reveal rumors and disagreements about the reasons and procedures behind the action, including references to family connections and suggested misconduct.
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Mulley
Refer Dando
Beverley Hills
ASC
Jocky Mulley
AIC
Perliers
Iterinslawe
Ioe
George
Ett Eonnes
Davis Cup Draw Notes Amid Publicity Turmoil
The report outlines turmoil surrounding the Davis Cup draw with adverse publicity and unclear decisions. It mentions Bela and George, medication issues, and European and Australian players being discussed, including John, Dinny, Bromwich, and Quis.
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Bela Yan Nofteeniae
George
Egies
Sonia
Walter Pale
America
Gerald Rh Corres
John Wich
Dinny Palle
Galt Bromwich
Adrian Quis
Amd
Five review of abstralias ember moves in revenue debate
The piece outlines anticipated parliamentary actions over the next two to three months focusing on basic wage issues and possible changes to revenue arrangements. It notes Prime Minister Chifley’s stance on wage policy and potential financial measures to resume economic balance, with speculation on announcements perhaps in January or February.
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Chifley
X. Chifley
Lea
Munich Citizens Resent Requisition Probe Involvement
A dispatch from Frankfurt reports Munich residents resent a requisition probe tied to American press operations. The American correspondent notes tensions rise as authorities threaten reprisals, while the populace calls for calm amid scattered demonstrations.
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Frankfurt
Dee
Seneral MeXerier
Aspension
Esrvmat
Frese
Seca
Americas
Chifley Goes To Test With Wage Pegging Secret
Prime Minister Ben Chifley leaves for the second Test in Sydney smiling despite political pressure. A draft wage-pegging statement sits tucked away, as ministers weigh mediation on wage policy. Canberra week sees no public deputations, with Chifley buoyed by cricket and cautious about Labour Party tensions.
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Ben Chiffey
Teft
Sydney
Emer
Ted
Rands
Labour Party
Bretton
Woods
Cruciam
William Mekal
Majesty
Australia
Suieter
Canberra
Collins
Chifley
Sydney Cricket
London
Ake Wether
Supreme Soviet
Fleuses
Britain
Fragmented cricket narration mentions Washbrook and Tishfork
A garbled passage notes Rammond achieving a successful outcome, the run totalling higher than expected, with Mutton and Washbrook tied to chances. It references Tishfork and Shalt Nonings in a context of limited clarity.
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Rammond
Washbrook
Unions Denounce Labour Candidate Brew in Trade Post
Reading from a fragmentary report, unions demand a revaluation of John Patrick Brew’s Labour candidacy for Trade Commissioner in the Middle East. The opposition, led by Bob Menzies, questions Brew’s fitness amid a broader dispute over appointments and treasury documents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hineys
Erticien Stout
Labour
John Patrick Brew
Eant
Bob Menzies
Dutch Migration Views Spark Debate in Australia
A fragmentary report from Britain notes a Dutch wife in Melbourne stating Dutch fear over Australian policy and potential invasions. The message touches on Dutch emigrants doubting acceptance, concerns about Britain, and mentions political figures Calwell and Labour.
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Uren
Molland
Australia
South America
Tee Man
Wis
Calwell
Labour
Escape Gunman Sought Near Boggo Road Goal
Police comb the Watsigan area 27 miles north of town for Victor Trevis a gunman believed to be hiding there reinforcements from Maryborough and Gympie assist in the search. The rugged terrain reportedly contains natural hideouts where the fugitive could stay hidden.
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Bern
Bank Withdrawals Fall as Christmas Spending Declines
Sydney reports reduced bank withdrawals and lower consumer spending this Christmas, with a notable drop in cash outlays observed nationwide. The financial data indicate caution among Australians as holiday demand softens.
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RED Cross
Cairns Hospital
Ofrer
Cairne Committee
Catholic Daughters of
Christeney
Slidente
Rangoon
Tates Hong
Bell Wip
Toresen
Trrape Wirvciniwiy
Ssey Reuters
Correepalitrry
Efrech
Queensland
Ateanen
Atveer Sepia
Tiasles
WE Sevens
Acythe
Wits
Berome
Sanicevich
Michael
Elisabeth Hughes
Pree Whith
Te Cvenege News
Purugmer
ROM
Brisbane Weather Bureau
Island Division
Moreton Division
Darling Downe
Cape Yore
Arte Ae
Boxing Day
Acta
S.Q. Holiday Resorts
Na Arco
Ation Lars
Eieypean
South Nnsiralia
New South Wales
Bradman
Fepineves Wookmaker
Gideon
Becker Laan
Tom
Lash
James
Gibson
Cray Heecoes
Boe Eellefant
Ridings
Dooland Grieves
Evers Involved
Cema
South Australia
Cemig
Gogler
Lush
Beath
Spiers Fm
Cmd
Hammond's
Big
S.H. Havilland
Aber Athecea Cmoaton
Saee
Newcastle
Walt Muckwad
Sony Tapas
Meetiers ET
I. Ad
Mantmond
Mase
Syeetes Fay Aheed
Hin
Tomas
Branmona
Gullvan
Yashlonk
Jolak
Tank
Sammons
MCC
Wan Ibereti
Dreary
Mutton
Sasnoook
Ewcastle Decat
Jack Matthews
The
Wale Ain, We
Freemimord
Alliven
Flasues
Trocele
U.S
Caiews Post
Wocret
A. Maley
Stinieke
Ade
Poler
Surrey Ce
Ember Za Five
Abstralias
Munich
Boure
Erican
Vist Lowpor
Ike
Raamand
Walter
Sander
Artie Padden
Camberia
Bridmas
Travis
Bundabeeg
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