Canberra council probes welfare plan for children
A Canberra council committee reviewed a proposed welfare scheme to expand playground supervision and holiday programs for children. The plan included supervised centers, trained staff, and open daily operation with later expansion, plus consultations with nursery and mothers’ groups, though some delegates urged caution and clearer delegation rules.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ceara
Couneil
Preaentarives
Canberra
Aedan
D- Norria
Nee
Sun-Coim Mitien
Andersn sTururel
MacArthur Moves Forward in Dutch New Guinea Campaign
The Canberra Times reports MacArthur advancing American forces in Dutch New Guinea opening a new South West Pacific phase. After heavy raids along the north coast landings extend over 100 miles, surpassing previous forward lines at Madang and Wewak. Americans reach the closest point to the Philippines since he assumed command, aiming to disrupt Japanese supply and retreat lines and tightening the overall Pacific strategy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guinea
Pacific
New Guinea
Madang
Wovak
New Gulage
Philippines
MacArthur
Altieg
Ceneral MacArtiile
Solamo
Plana
Inon Laman
Personal vice magat tale from an ancient transit
Fragmentary OCR note describes a ceremonial event with officials present and a salute or tribute. It mentions a governor general and a service, with references to a committee and potential reactions. Names and places are obscured by garbled text, leaving only broad actions and roles.
Australia Labor splits over hospital board control
The article reports internal dissent within the Australian Labor Party over maneuvering to appoint or control the hospital board. It notesKey figures such as J. T. Bink and H. A. Wreeman facing opposition from party members and hints at broader military and colonial context, including references to Singapore and Malaya.
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Australit Labor Party
Menting
J. T. Bink
H. A. Wreeman
Galt
Cratutw
Thhe
Puiel
Seasenariot
Meni
Shales Army
Jia Tyrtieay
Thor
Mons
Hamae
Rink
Australie
Renmell
Malaya
Canberra loan organisers report amid war era figures
A fragmented notice outlines loan organisers in Canberra and mentions government departments and contributors preparing for wartime needs. It references a visitor, a marriage, and a sergeant, with figures noting 246 applications received for a wartime loan program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raye
Serra
Germany
Fragmentary Notice from Melbourne Hospital Scene
A garbled OCR fragment mentions Melbourne and private hospital care amid unclear names and dates. It references people or places such as Victoria and Kang Britannica, with little readable context or action.
Appaal 21,487,460 Support Drive Totals Revealed
In a wartime radio fundraising report, MEL MIUANT notes a total of 21,487,460 raised across Victoria and New South Wales, detailing contributions from 4,557 readers and 38 towns, with regional splits and a 2,000 6 tank attack regiment drive in New Guinea. The Loans Director praised the response as gratifying, while campaigns in Queensland and Western Australia also contributed to the tally.
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Mel Miuant
Dave Ny
Iman
Ber
Tee
Wuteerthers
Victoria
Bouin Australis
Queensland
New South Wale
Ealm
New Guineas
Anzac Day Commemoration at Canberra and Dawn Service
The Anzac Day ceremonies in Canberra featured dawn services at the memorial shrine, a commemorative service at the Australian War Memorial, wreaths by diplomatic and public figures, and larger attendance by veterans and serving personnel. The event honored fallen soldiers with prayers, Remembrance passages, and a procession including ministers, military officers, and former World War I veterans.
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Canberra
Memorial Fess Ams
Norial
Tony
Mont
United States
Funda
Netherlands
Goran
United Kingdom
Canada
New Zealand
W. J Eswards
BAAR
Ama
Oversea
Pool of Memory
Cady
Gowrie
Iter
Staney
Fiona
Conan We
J. Edwards Leeee
Dumtronn
Brieges
Birigadier Comoe
Blatt
Coma
Srgeant
ATA
Cammenga
Slatt Cadetnsie
Btdr
Waa
Lhe Mev
Ste LB Rowley
Mib
Gumley
Chatoyea Premytistan
Mt Toll
Heff. Durbin
ATE Governor Fleas
Melbourne
Liput
Honeral Werving
Rene m
Mio
Rhein
Antraur
Erry
Suenung
Dawn Service
Kags Park
Seniangere Fromm
Tasmania Referendum Decision Delayed by State Voices
In Sydney on Tuesday MLCs and officials weighed Canberra powers and the prospect of a referendum. A government spokesman hinted a resignation amid a Canberra deal, while Tasmanian voices urged unity on the fate of the Commonwealth. Prime Minister Cyrting's return looms as states consider the substance.
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Sydney
C. Bomemeriad
MLC
Feemante
Wummaen
Btates
Canberra
Jervett
UN Oryak
Penentall
D'Apuli
Ie. Meund
Trmn
Cyrting
Funeral service marks A R Townsend memorial
The funeral for A R Townsend was held with government representation from Senator Collings and the President of the Senate. Officials from Commonwealth departments and industry groups attended. Townsend, a former Cabinet Member for Trade and Industry, was lauded for his service and long career in public life.
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A. H
Townend End
Fanberra
Wak Arevenide
Wantock
Benator Collings
Benate
Ouidon Brow
Concenon
Ata
Arie
Aumralian
Commonwealth
Commonwealth Treasury
Ra Brooks Lamem
Canberra
Government policies largely determined by the times
Fragmentary note recalls the death of Ar. Townsend at age 24 and hints at overwhelmed authorities shaping policy amid uncertain events. The garbled text mentions Tubes and a premature end, reflecting a troubled period and unclear leadership influence on national direction.
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Ar. Townsend
Ewan
Service Club Luncheon for Servicemen Reflection
A prewar wartime luncheon at the Lady Gowrie Club in Mania gathers representatives and community members to discuss postwar plans. Speakers warn that peace is not yet secure and stress continued support for veterans, international cooperation, and future national security efforts.
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Mrvine
Lady Gowrie
Mania
New Fenland
Mr. C
Berenduni
Ives & Searvir
Andrews
Nuubier
Seaponai Tien
Berwine
Rid
Lengne
Crawford
Turnday Turmoil and War News In Brief Across Regions
Mixed brief items report shortages in milk shipments to Iran, an enemy equipment haul near Sydney, and German actions. Mentions Justice roster changes for magistrates, a potential congestion issue at country courts, and a trial schedule for early May. Also notes army vehicle losses and petrol shortages amid wartime disruptions.
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Iran
Victoria
Sydney
Hydnes
Morne Macibtrate Rogters
Aise Fon
Bowaing
Amean
Oittan
Eusee Teauntry
Magia
Baen
Wiliam’ Parnter
Enitarrae
Elverpoot
Haracarion
Stara
Aum
Aydnwy
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Mr. W. DL
Dupuis
Oyne Council
Ananelona
Nilergadei
Andrea
Waray
Anderton
Fanning
Ainslie
Uetogaten
AM Depurves
MertiNe Vhunger
Npuatneeaver
Mms
Aap
Laney
Hite
Oan Taper
Mater Bedien
Wwe
Fie
Cyereaas
Canberra “Times
Astoeh Mederman
England
Sally Taberrah
Daily
Met
Deby
Manchester Guardian
Rantare Bevviog
Associated Trade of
Great Britain
United Press
Exabengs Telegraph Agency
America
Herald Tribune” Associatnd Preu
de Prac
Canberra Times
Magat
Texeelleney
Aertheen
Goverter
Genurat
Bennett
F.O.W
Japan
Bydney Tuonday Acwaunlys Ynatyuctionn
Smumeee
Kang
Hay
Lac Tudoy Inn
Wien
Girera
Appaal
Nnborn
Nanour
Gailpal
Elaekhare
Amin
Canon Ed. Warde
Acene
Jeruaslet
Avon
Ehmarshs
Cornel
Mohini i Larmi
ATF
Thanuineat
Murntwick
Mattauca
Hughes
Martin Mace
Anil Avevicemen
Luxtiry
Bet ‘Skinner
Tobruk
el Ala Iain
Jungion
Siney Thoumanda
Anwar
Andrew
Farien
St. Marys
St. Stephan'n
Australia
Kace Tergueen
Olbourne
Sydbey
Yousauna
He AL Pol
Wes Nee
Val
Ate Metkahmente
Brabus
Rigar
Moray
AF | Cie Soniten Crom
Atel Helis
Eqaithe Afra
Samir
Adelaide
Vervices
Perth
Galo
Turk
Lawrence
Posieres
France
Neal
BCG
Wan
Tasmania
A. R. Townsend
Abe Townsend
Fredy and Culvers Department
Ord
Alburt
Muainag
Hue
Thy Prageanien
Ilgny
Atawstin
Piator
Cunsini
Ebu
Chiu
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