Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Canberra Times in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

We have pages in Australian Capital Territory

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 22 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 19, 1944

Page

2

Turbulent Talks and Wartime Moves Across London and Sydney

Daily brief covers rumors of talks between leaders in London amid wartime strain, a 100 percent air trip to Portugal, and transport and supply measures in Sydney and Australia. It notes pacings on military moves, port security, and domestic actions affecting civilians and industry.

London Mire Freon Liahou Rannevert Camenith Uak Portugal Tunsday Weetore England Daioh Abe Line Bortuget Crmome Enego Vichysaaia

Postwar Canberra supply relief and housing strain debated

The piece discusses wartime shortages and postwar recovery in Canberra. It notes difficulties in maintaining essential supplies, including bread, and the strain on housing as returning servicemen seek accommodation. Government efforts to stabilize supply and prevent further disruption are highlighted, with caution about broader postwar challenges.

Canberra le Tat Simout Darenes Ieft Aetonce Department of the Interior Une Manpaor Cunturra Gondtinis Pablo Pwervete Noglerk Eline ahortaRex

Menzies Warts Parliament to Meet on Censorship

Menzies warns Parliament to convene on censorship policy amid tensions over wartime press controls. He argues government authority should restrict publication to protect national security, while opponents fear abuse of power and suppression of free speech.

Menzies Warts

Untitled Historical Note on Welfare and Prim Reference

A garbled OCR fragment discusses welfare concerns and an entity named Prim, with mentions of information, central point, and political sentiment. The text is highly corrupted, but hints at debates over welfare policy, analysis of governance, and potential limitations on authority. No clear event or person can be reliably identified.

Frraent Court Hears Online Injunction Request

In Aumiratia, the court heard an injunction case seeking to restrain central government from pranitizing certain articles. The decision was expected Friday, with no immediate need for a further hearing as the matter proceeds.

Court of Aumiratia Cenac Central

Freedom of Press Estab 170 Years Ago

London report notes a 170 year milestone for press freedom. The Daily Telegraph cites a Frater Bland document on safeguarding privacy amid criticism of a prominent publication. The Daily Mail suggests the era raises questions about future press limits on public affairs.

London Daily Telegraph Bland Mme Frese Wilken Critica Neriete Lara Chloe Justier Privety

Tax rebates for dependents amid hardship cases

Government considers extending relief for dependents amid hardship. Prime figures in debate, Mr Chifley and Mr Fraser discuss concessions under the Taxation Bill. Deputy Tas Commissioner Bychiey to handle applications from taxpayers suffering severe hardship with dependent relatives.

Eden-Monney Chifley Fraser Howe Houarkerpeh Eildren Chiley Wenner Ignie Hanover Ghitey Wwe

Governor General Gowriel Hosts SwAd Minister in Canberra

In Canberra yesterday, His Excellency the Governor General Lord Gowriel received Dr Hir Mo, Minister of the HepyDhe of SwAd in Australia, at Government House. Lady Gowrie attended by Miss Phyllis Parkinson, presided over a lecture by Dr Seantiebury Brown under the Canberra Nursery Kindergarten Society at the Anatomy Institute yesterday evening.

Hin Lord Gowriel Els Hir Mo SwAd Australia Government House Canberra Lady Gowrie Phyllis Parkinson Arsent Seantiebury Brown Anatomy

Aircraft industry funding in Commonwealth report

The Commonwealth Government spent £60 million to develop the aircraft industry and more for repairs and overhaul. A Department of Information bulletin notes expansion of local production and aims to reduce dependence on imports, with details on manufacturing components and penalties for noncompliance.

Department of Information Owel Sinem Bay

Newspaper Seizures Claim Bogus Police Link Denied

Sydney authorities deny state police ties to recent newspaper seizures. Commissioner Mackay insists police were not involved despite chaotic events and an attempted seizure linked to a firearms incident. An official briefing notes that motive centered on press exposure and public order, with no police coordination.

Army minister outlines wartime reform committee list

The Army Minister announced yesterday a committee to review security and policy matters, naming government and opposition members including Hartley, Evatt, Rawley, and Chiwell. Prime Minister Curtin will chair the group, with consultation from Menzies and Padman, aiming for a March 1 report and possible early council meeting before the High Court decision.

Army Pordes LMP Curtin Tr. Menten Australian Country Party Pad Wen Advianty Way Council Paesam Deigh Cour Forde

Police Boys Club urged for Canberra

Canberra advocates press for a Police Boys Club to curb delinquency and promote citizenship. MP Fromer calls for a youth development hub linked to police stations, while Chief Inspector Reidy urges cooperation with the club to guide youths toward positive paths amid concerns over current facilities and youth crime. Representatives from the Chamber of Commerce and political parties back the plan, citing community support and need.

Acad Police Association Kington Iat Mtr A.B. Fromer Bayat Canberra Acton and Elelineline Rymnink Sudipoen Eva WU Aasbehlion Cynbeers FL Reidy Winae Cummwree Asiciahon Prada Ang Labour Cound MH Goodwin ACT Redestimn Australian Kabette Party Highlind Sorleyy Ruma Chih Tranapt Brion Glerichl Association Travers Eleead Ver Grongelly

Labour Council Protests Over Bread Shortage Across Canberra

ACT Labour and Labor Council members protested rationing of bread spreading from North of Lime Tree Avenue to New Braddon and Barton. They accused Bakery Distributors Pty Ltd managers and officials of maintaining shortages, urging action by government and Mintaro authorities to ensure sufficient bread supply.

Canberra Urgenigation of Industry Dedmaan Bakora Distributors Pty Dad Ltr Grant Yeater Amalie Liméatone Avenue New Braddon Kingaton Barton Grits New Grimih Weglabera Jindars Mort Entra Vraden Labour Gounell Beaman Irene Creagin Hest Nerure

High ratio of services across December workforce figures

In December figures show a high service share across sectors with 629 0704 volunteers worldwide. The report notes 1 800 002 citizens in industry coupled output and 45 000 women in Barvine TAP NOD occupations, plus 1 080 000 not fully employed and 1 400 000 married women. By March the army approval process affected production and logistics across manufacturing and government sectors.

Propetiomatium Unia Jung Civitan Sale Tye Barvine Kaintuly Yeorsiber Ie W.bane Warner AWA Waaap Virao Deveraier

Australian Navy Doubled Despite War Losses

The article notes Royal Australian Navy losses while claiming overall fleet tonnage rose. It cites figures from the Information Department and reports monthly shipping arrivals to Australia, New Guinea, and allied ships, including corvettes and RN personnel, with wartime deployment details.

Warnnee Royal Australian Navy Department of Information ILA New Guinea Royal Navy Ovat Australian Navy

Prices plan keeps living costs stable for year

The report details a wartime prices stabilization plan with officials noting it suppresses general price rises while maintaining essential goods. Professor Copland argues postwar price control should ease cost of living and support reintegration of soldiers, asserting postwar price stability is vital for economic recovery.

Labour Ariety Over Election In South Australia

Labour party worries the censorship dispute may influence the South Australia election next Saturday. Figures fear loss of Commonwealth powers and the overall shift could affect Perth and Sydney voters as debates intensify. The Prime Minister signals possible inevitable victory for reforms, while taxpayers express concern over rising costs and policy warnings.

South Australia Sydney Labour Party Commonwealth

Victory Loan Rally Tonight at Albert Mall

A local Victory Loan rally is planned for tonight at Albert Mall. The event, promoted by community leaders, aims to boost recruitment and support for the war effort.

Soldiers Lead Citizens Amid Wartime Banking Backdrop

A distorted war era dispatch notes rationing and civilian cooperation as subscriptions and loans surge. References to New Guinea, March 28 arrival, and plans to remap postwar finance are interwoven with mentions of banks, insurance, and government services amid the broader mobilization effort.

Olsenagnor Bogudsin New Guissey Gauites Milan Byaks New Sutton Helll

Irregular Postal Subscriptions Show Varied Global Interest

The report notes fluctuating subscriber numbers for a Fourth of July appeal with 40 650 applications from Victoria and 40 per cent of totals, while New South Wales accounts reach 2 That te equivalent ty ove in 40 by Victoria. The Australian tally suggests Victoria leads in coverage with 1 sinacribed during the last laws. Officials indicate the quota remains unsettled, as daily subscribers still align with required rates.

Aunralan Uherry New Bowih Wales Victoria New Bowh Wales

Unclear mistranscribed church notes outline parish duties

Archbishop Mowil explains that Atrangeannnia was waste and that names of necrutte mabe Jog should be set to parishes in the provinces. He demands removed Wy Torcet members be assigned to parishes where CF lived. The text references care for men and women and spiritual and temporal needs, plus rehabilitation of an ice personnet.

Bae Bydiey ihRalion Copland Plebent Coplant Aydney Mowil Church of England

Revenue share of liquor and tobacco items

Fragmentary OCR notes discuss liquor and tobacco revenue shares with garbled phrases about smokers, empty shelves, and pricing at a counter. The text mentions pay details and recurring totals but remains unclear and incomplete.

Matebes Fries Fiorntlan

Also Mentioned on This Page

Adan Surepartiaay Arlington, Cay Biatt Cereurae McRerney Tuncay Lee Chasen Best Wee Norm Transfont Saganey Cibournes Albury Conra Ton Saewen Australan Milla Nore One Mill Board Watanos Paar Ny Sr Ieesa Uunomerat Ie Uns Now Boer Wma Pre ‘Tiounly Phe Gane Bern Aly Stoalpos Lee i Ical Catwell Hana Athlioty Sania Umm Sselidurne Canberts conDrTun Hate’ Community Pt Junie Many Enti Oper Vt Challe Seteem Minksiar Piyapic Grepess Aurireins Amott Soweas Bervions Real Britain Tama Faohange America Reas Uniten Presa North Amerika Etelad Alsace Canberra Times Pike Orpen Renae Atenales Orv Momsien Menger Mrls Hemmsentine Cowell Ctobaing Prado Gil Prim Frraent Connec m Cea Revolyars Whlive Mtr. Mackay Murtratinn Ulforma Alexander Unitien Sirmaness Tony Ammenda Catia Police Boys’ Club Labour Council Gowrie Ile Ites Cama Goanen Albert Mall Tyughl Bimmer Bouin Bettie Ineurance Gelu Astate ‘Bank of ‘Australia South Acari Sarvices Juudeon- Lager Brian Conmar Queensland Shomteldre Usdtat Astral
Search Courier

Search the Canberra Times Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Canberra Times?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication