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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 10, 1944
Page
5
Fragmented OCR text references post war reconstruction involving 400000000 pounds and debates over government powers and socialization. It mentions plans, nations, and principles including free treatment to patients and public ware, but the fragmentary source lacks clear events, dates, or entities.
Canada imposes policy barring Japanese migrants after the war. The Pacific coast province of British Columbia will not allow resettlement along the west coast. Authorities state loyalty requirements and naturalized status among Japanese residents influence the measures.
Ankara correspondent says a Turkish motor schooner Met was attacked by a German U boat near the Turkish coast. U boats patrolling the region threaten refugee ships from Istanbul. Two Russian citizens freed from punishment after a bomb attack on the German embassy were reduced in sentence.
Clipper of American Airways carrying 26 passengers and crew crashes near Nipe Bay during takeoff from Amphal Cuba. One person reported dead and most aboard believed saved. Officials say the Bikoruku 843 clipper departed from Amphal with heavy losses noted as troops retreat.
A garbled early OCR note indicates talk of uniforms for a local team. It mentions NA dee Weree and a plan for players to wear white, blue shirts, and navy blue tees. Details are unclear due to transcription errors.
Fragmented OCR text shows a decision to refer a manpower related matter to a district war agricultural committee. The readable items mention an appointment and health bill context, with unclear fragments about a man and army related notes. The exact facts remain obscured by garbled text.
A Commonwealth wide coal rationing scheme is expected to be introduced soon with Prime Minister Curtin likely assuming direct control of coal, wind, and snow in the Supply Ministry. Provisional measures aim to curb demand, while a 42,000 ton allocation was reportedly let this week across various sectors.
The fragmentary notice indicates promised backing for an act in progress. References to agriculture and associations appear, with unclear names and dates. The text mentions approval for a decision and a cited expert, but specifics are missing, making precise details difficult to extract. The readable portion hints at parliamentary or organizational support and a formal approval process.
A warning was issued in Sydney that 3000 guards and "hunters" threatened to block railway traffic. The Secretary of the Australian Workers' Union, Mr Ferguson, reported the plan to halt sections of the rail system. Commissioner Hartigan stated there would be no action to penalize the protesters at night.
The Associated Chambers announced plans for a reciprocal trade expansion between Australia and New Zealand to support wartime needs. Trade at press time stood at about six million dollars in Australia’s favor. Influential commerce bodies urged swift negotiation.
Fragmentary report notes a censorship inquiry in Melbourne with mentions of Spe and Evi evidence taken in camera. References to prosecution on the war and officers of the day are blurred and unclear.
A claim by Dr Ceopar Bowd, director of Social Myziene, says penicillin given in five injections over eight hours cured coma in five to ten days without hospital entry. The treatment involved 20 000 Watts remy over two hours and reportedly affected a complete cure in most coma cases.
City planning outlines a postwar program aiming full employment through public works. Director Deming Til Tom proposes about ten projects including highway improvements, transit upgrades, new storefronts, and rebuilding poorer areas to boost city growth and private investment.
Melbourne reports the A W C will return road making and earth moving equipment to private owners and state authorities. The council seized 1390 items and paid 500 pounds 9 shillings in compensation while procured plant valued at about 12 million pounds for geodical works. Imported items totaled 65,500,000 from America under arrangements for Australian manufacture of 7800 major machines.
In Sydney the Waterside workers held a meeting to decide between consolidated pay and extra pay per period. The vote to choose the payment method was opened to ballot after a round meeting at the Sydney Town Hall.
In Brisbane the WAAFs Lesley Lew faced police court after a quarrel incident. The case involved a woman charged with aggravated behavior and led to remand for further proceedings. Local authorities reported uncertain details amid the morning docket.
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