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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 02, 1949

Page

2

Fragmentary Tender Notice From Canberra Works Department

A garbled tender notice lists works and housing department details in Canberra. It mentions department officials, tender closing, timber framed houses, brick houses, concrete works, and electrical provisions. Names such as Canberra and ministerial offices appear amid unclear project items and delivery requirements.

Tetar Ot Department of Works and Housing Canberrs Act Ato Fm Teptay Ainslie AUANE

Job openings at Department of the Interior in Canberra

Applications invited for a part time or full time position in the Department of the Interior. Proficiency in legal terms and sourcing will be required. The role offers forty hours per week with salary according to the New South Wales Clery Award. Applications close Monday 11 April 104%.

Yale New South Wali Ars Legon Manet Canberra Chaiman Rocke

Part Time Teacher Post Open at Canmera Technical College

Applications are invited for a part time teacher position in shorthand and speed writing at Canberra Technical College. duties up to 12 hours weekly with pay at 8 per day, location Canberra, conditions include age birth details and marital status disclosure, and emphasis on experience in management of learners.

Aborthand Manta Commonwealth Public Meyview

German Home Canberra seeks manager and assistant manageress

Department of the Interior invites applications for the German Home boarding establishment in Canberra. Wages listed for manager and assistant. qualifications include experience in management of boarding houses. Married couples preferred with necessary experience. Guest capacity 190. Tenure six weeks of probation. public service conditions apply. Applications to reach by April 24 with name date and place of birth marital status references.

Siew Tatum Gorat Toriae Jomo Alek Canberra Miy Feech Comemonwealth Gecman Fire Bick Usder Public Service Comaitions Interior Bere Apeil

Canberra Weather Summary From Barometer Readings

Weather report from Canberra notes barometer readings at 3 pm with values around 30.108 and 80 to 81 degrees, maximum and minimum temperatures tracked during the day, and wind directions from the south. The entry records afternoon times including 4 pm and 9 pm readings with several numeric values and terms indicating atmospheric conditions.

Riley Pere Mein RM Boe

Churchill's Iron Curtain Warning Across Western Powers

The Casberra Cases reports on British Prime Minister Churchill addressing wartime fears of the iron curtain and a united Western defense pact. It notes his warning that Soviet aggression and Communist propaganda threaten peace and urges governments and people to prepare and act against possible war.

Fim Britain Europe North America Pia America Mir Churenill Germany Coimuniat Nestle Curent Jena Parks Forte Churchill Wisich Ubair Grep Pasce Benent

Thornton to Visit Moscow for Congress

News from Sydney reports Australian official circles debating Mr. Thornton's attendance at a Moscow congress. The Federated Iron Markers Association and unions discuss refunds and government support while Thornton faces mixed political backing. Frail wording reflects contested travel approval within Australian unions.

Sydney Thornton Ational Arc Federated | Ironarkere’ Association Ita Trenatlan Ava Gevaramienta A.C.T.U Tmid Trede Thoraton AGT Moscow Aovist Trade Unione Pure Pecsond

ACT Cricket Final Renamed Amid Turbulent Play

The Anat of the ACT cricket competition undergoes a renaming amid chaotic play. Kingston struggled, while Manuka failed to implement usual forms, leading to Manuka earning ten points for a tithe. Opening bowlers Fupin Unr and Beer faced replacements as Mingoton emerged, with Nebt and Oy Fama among notable incidents.

Manisin Se Dumpm Kingston Kingston Vantorn Manuka

Old Man Killed in Bizarre Nighttime Incident

An elderly man, 74, died after a strange incident at a local ground where a warrant was issued. Detective staff say Stephen Ryily, a labourer from Warragul, was detained after an all night inquiry and charged with murder. The suspect allegedly prepared a stew from meat and other ingredients, claiming it was for the victim.

Abods Shaw Stephen Ryily Warragul Batesea Ah Dore

Petrol ration coupons in April negotiations under way

Fragmentary text shows rationing terms linked to petrol coupons in an area described with unclear names and places. The snippet indicates talks or a meeting about issuing or negotiating petrol ration coupons, with references to authorities and dates that are garbled.

Iguis Buel HLF Waterman Yaucheae Mbernttort

Death of inventor of Owen gun in Wollongong

Ryriyn Ernest Owen, inventor of the Owen gun, died in a Thai hospital at age 35. The Owen gun, praised for simple construction as a light automatic weapon, was widely used by Australian troops in the latter stages of the war and adapted for the Australian army in 1943.

Wollongong Ryriyn Ernest Owen

Prices and Rules for Canberra Groceries

Public price order outlines fixed maximum grocery prices in Canberra and surrounding regions, including freight adjustments and display requirements. Traders must show approved maximum prices and maintain permanent records, with a compliance notice extending to merchants in New South Wales and the ACT.

Canberra

CHECK OW MOTORISTS IN CROSS STATE TRAVEL WARNINGS

Fragmented OCR text shows garbled phrases about interstate travel and authorities. Key named entities are unclear. appears to reference Sydney, a minister of security, and travel checks but specifics are unreadable.

Police Raid on City Tattersall's Club Reported in Sydney

Police raided the Tattersall's Club in Sydney's city area on Friday. Officers searched the building, detained several men linked to bookmakers, and took them to Central Police Station for questioning over alleged illegal activities and involvement with betting operations. Charges were listed as attempting to break up gambling activities and related offenses.

City Tattersall's Bydney Cub Pitt Tony Fattargatte Elyro Arceste Talpermite Club Alent Central Pollen Rial Fra Fick Aaa Dante Fend Byaney Cup Fo.c

Presbyterian Visitors to Canberra Move to Meet Church Leaders

A group from the Presbyterian Church of Australia arrived in Canberra to meet with church leaders and educators including Rev. Vector Harpen and Prof. Thom. They will preach at St Andrew's and address services at other venues, with visits to notable colleges and halls.

Presbyterian Church of Australia W. Samming Thom Martm AD. Marchant Canberra Presbyterian Vector Harpen Fey Andriw'a Ydney rorenUy Amalardant Churenon Hinleaiona Dr. Thom Traddon Bi. Andrew's Marchant Ansterw Bradden

Junior track meet crowns two title events at Canberra

Fragmented notes describe junior track results at an event in Canberra with winners in relay and 220 yard events, tied teams for a trophy, and various age group heats. Names and places are partially garbled but include Canberra and references to a championship context and multiple heats.

Ecareenes Stueld Taniwatt Fentch Alan Une Teal Bay West Marshand W. H. Meliiney Senne Duhnden Wong Vin J. Staat Groan Arena Suning Peace Ceaperra Tablmanda Teal

Police raid arrests 38 in Botany house stakeout

Police swept a Botany residence on Friday night and arrested 38 people amid reports of unlawful assembly and intoxication. Authorities say the raid targeted a suspected drugs and disorder nexus as officers recovered several items and released preliminary charges.

Sydney Ins Rail Botany Bow

Labour Leakage Reversesedge in Election Struggle

Fragmented OCR- text claims Labour Party leakage could reverse Labour gains as Labour and Liberals battle in a tight electoral race. Names appear garbled. details on parties and candidates are uncertain, with an emphasis on potential vote shifts and party standings.

Employers to Fight Basic Wage Claim of 10 Pounds

Melbourne debate centers on wage policy as unions press for increases. Officials argue higher wages must reflect production gains, warning past boosts did not benefit workers. Government cites proposed wage bill around 300 million as key fiscal measure.

Melbourne Irene WaKld Mckay

Awards Announced For Air Pilots In World War II Era

In Melicina the government approves Pacific Star and War Medal awards to RAF and WAAR crews who served in civil aviation during the war. Recipients include personnel landing in New Guinea between March 1941 and September 1945. Eligibility requires at least three qualifying flights in New Guinea during the period.

Meliciena Wederat Ikhakfoeer Kin Ma Jenny Hpi Enem WAAR Rvnsielenv Crewa New Giunta Pombul Ajunastin Ducing Chalpeso

FIAN SEAMEN CHARGED WITH MURDER OF INDIAN

Two Indian seamen, Adiraide Tiravut piwik and Trent Bion, aged 38 and 29, were charged with murder in Adelaide after an incident on December 8. The court heard evidence that a raid in Adelaide involved a firefight, with one man providing aid to the injured and another remaining at the scene.

Sydney Teidoy Tn Indien Prt Adelaide Romana Ty Adilaide Mima

Ward Confesses Letter Might Mislead Royal Commission

Minister Ward admitted to the Royal Commission that a letter he wrote to Ray Paver could mislead. He said the letter was intended to oblige a Garden ally and to show his interests aligned. The testimony noted Ward did not recall all contacts during the inquiry and the hearing adjourned.

Fanernal Tertisarive Ward Royal Commission Jermain New Guinea Ray Paver Ferumont Toy Abe Tepwstonent Deen Peng J.R. Garden Maratihrn Bealey

Seven Days For Possession In Parliament Mess

Fragmentary note describes a possession dispute involving KC Geen and Mat Iie Canteens. Sergeant J. Goodall recalls items allegedly taken from Parliament and a desire to view the evidence, with a claim a fence may have trivial connection to the paper item found in a basket.

KC. Geen J. Goodall Mithowich Parlement

Sir David Rivett Not For C S L R

Melbourne report states Sir David Rivett will not be available for a related committee as doubt surrounds a recent reveal. Air David Mivett, chairman, indicates Rivett plans retirement and will not participate in forthcoming proceedings.

David Rivett C.s.lr Melbourne Air David Mivett Une Gallivald Phill Hia Doclalon Rvilre Dyer Caynett Bir Davi Rienarda David

Free medicine formulary debate limits drug inclusion

Hobart reports discussion on the free medicine formulary amid health service reform. Ministers indicate changes to inclusion rules and potential additions, while officials note ongoing trials and opposition from medical committees.

Prices Referedum Advocated By Government Officials

The interstate row at the CAEN committee urged the Commonwealth Government to help advance the plan. Secretary PM AL Munk stated the machinery within the cabinets remains functional and capable of acting to support the reform effort.

oRowuLi Caen Poin

Australia Cuts Sales of Wool

The report notes Australia reduced wool sales amid shifting market conditions with concerns over currency and demand. It references changes in export strategy and potential impacts on continental trade and global buyers.

Australia

Sale on April It Tampers With April Deals

A fragmented OCR note describes a sale in April with unclear items and foreign terms. The text mentions a person or group linked to a French firm and references needy customers and items like meat. Several words are garbled, but the core indicates a sale event or commercial listing with uncertain specifics.

Autumnal Church Services and Community Notice Blitz

Dense OCR of a church page lists services across multiple parishes and charitable groups. The notice mentions Evensong and instruction for 303 children and 41 kindergartens, with ministers and locations including St Andrew and Wesley Church. It notes kindergarten activities, baptisms, and choir groups, plus a call for parishioners to attend morning and evening services across several districts.

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