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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 07, 1946
Page
2
Tokyo reports parliamentary debates suggesting the government may repudiate internal debt and enact a large capital levy to fix wartime costs. The plan, discussed by the Prime Minister and cabinet committees, aims to reduce interest burdens and blunt inflation as Japan faces a deep financial crisis.
The Canberra community group CEMA seeks federal funding to support a welfare program and regional projects. Officials cite anticipated needs across local health and public works, with estimates of thousands of attendees at recent events highlighting demand for relief and infrastructure support.
A claim in the Show Assistants Unit seeks a shorter working week for members in Sydney and Newcastle. The case comes before the tribunal on Thursday after a conference between employers and employees aimed at reaching an agreement, with Justice Webb presiding.
Sydney on Tuesday Stanley Benjamin Fogarty aged 20 and Arthur Joseph Hansen aged 4 were sentenced to imprisonment after pleading to charges of assault and robbery. The men were accused of attacking a porter at Bardwell Park railway station with a revolver on May 14, 1951.
London reports a damaged fragment stating an injured athlete at White City yesterday equalled the British 100 metres record with a remarkable performance despite muscle fatigue. The racer, noted for adversity, clocked 17 seconds amidst tough conditions and drew national attention from spectators and officials.
Sydney reports indicate airmen remain in custody as an investigation proceeds. One detainee faces urgent matters after two months, with inquiry details unclear. Authorities have not yet disclosed discharge plans or the exact status of the case.
A nine year old girl in West Maitland claimed a man in a blue single chair car attempted to assault her in a bush quarry near Thornton on Sunday. She said the man dragged her and tried to commit the act, while nearby youths and a farm worker observed a fleeing vehicle as the man escaped.
War object display planned for Australian War Memorial collection. German medals form part of the exhibition, with new arrivals and heavier pieces to follow. Officials say preparations extend over several months as curators refine article details and arrangements for Canberra display.
At the Australian Women’s Conference in Sydney delegates debated the Charter’s aims. Some associations urged alignment while warning the Charter risks democracy by leaving wives’ wages and marriage issues unaddressed. Prison reform and humane measures were pressed, including vocational training and recreation.
The Disposals Commission will sell 7,000 military tanks this month at Bandiana and other depots. The tanks are commanded by Generals Grant, Stuart, and Lee and are fitted with two rifle units.
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