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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 12, 1947
Page
2
Weary McCuneett is remembered at a funeral service in Canberra. Canberra Funeral Directors acknowledge condolences and memory at the Canberra cemetery, inviting friends to share in the loss and honor the departed in a church setting.
A fragmented report describes a Canberra event linked to the YWCA and TWA where talks and committees face strong demand. It notes a surge in membership guidance and a locally organized program with involvement from Fatima era and school holidays while outlining roles for officers and a housing committee.
A wartime and postwar overview argues that transport coordination depends on a mix of public and private policies, markets, and evolving services. It notes shifting rail road and shipping dynamics, calls for flexible regulation, and predicts ongoing change shaped by Australian demand and competition among transport modes.
The Rev. Father Vivian S Morrison, ordained at St. Christopher's Church, will fly from Sydney to Melbourne today to join a work assignment. He plans to spend three to four years at Rik Studios in Tatas aminuting, with a Canberra stop expected at 3:20 p.m. Canberra tienda will bid him farewell.
Partial withdrawal of subsidies reduces shipping freights while government expenditure on tied items falls. Provisions outline payments of £408,000 and £200,000 with related charges and conditions. Describes de-regulation and implications for cargo rates amid regulatory changes.
Melbourne Moyvia reports the Arbitration Court today debated the 40 hour week principle. The main argument centered on when where the measure should apply with critics urging caution amid hysteria and supporters claiming timing matters.
Forecast notes light to moderate rain showers and broken cloud with fresh winds. South Eastern District expects showers in the mornings, turning to more widespread rain in some areas, with strong to fresh breeze and cooler conditions.
Weather log from Canberra Fairbairn describes a.m. and p.m. conditions with wind from the northwest and a forecast near nine. Basefall registrations on the Southern Tablelands report entries such as Goalmars Be Gunning Derrida Kiandea Stamuehy Kwchaske with counts ending yesterday.
Sydney reports Parliament considers ration cuts amid economic strain in Britain. Cabinet decision expected Friday as officials weigh impacts on dollar value and supply conditions.
In a chaotic report the Timger timber trade is shown under pressure from a South Lumraian premier and economic decisions. Minister Lemmonald cites a minor timber reduction and aims to stabilize markets through token actions, while export officials discuss gliding materials and speculative demand. The exchange hints at volatile global supply lines affecting Australia and related markets.
Paruey Monday Jon Courtas of Coonw was killed when he fell from a train at Auburn this afternoon. The train had to be jected up to release him. He died later in Swampitel.
Cabinet sub committee discusses Australia's response to the United States offer at the Geneva trade conference. Prime Minister confirms forthcoming cabinet decision after receiving and reviewing information on the American reaction. Australia may seek a 35 percent duty reduction on wool.
Furs valued at about £1000 were reported found on board the ship and claimed to have been placed in a special locker. The items were allegedly transported on the vessel and then located. No confirmation of theft was provided.
A fractured report notes that a meeting discussed priorities for coal and building materials shipments. The Australian Shipping Board would control routing after a slated date, with Barbent addressing the federation about continuing the policy and coordinating future shipments.
A garbled report notes Australia and Britain considering options to limit spending. It mentions possible U.S. action aimed at reducing deficits and cites tentative percentages amid unclear references to Germany and Australia plans.
A fumbling, fragmented excerpt discusses air cooperation and a strategic shift. Mr Drakefora references a collective duty and common cause, noting the Second masting and previews that hint at maritime or air policy shifts, with mentions of Mermaid and Australia in a vague context.
British Minister Lord Nathan warned that opening Australia to mass air immigration is impracticable due to aircraft availability and cost. He cited limited planes at hand and high travel expenses, noting future public air facilities would be costly and slow to develop.
A government report outlines actions to boost output in timber, cement, and brick industries through extended housing schemes, higher allocation of coal, and overseas supply improvements. It notes training figures and labor expansion plans, with Victoria pressing for more timber and cement, while the Commonwealth weighs intervention and state coordination.
A fragmentary report describes an accountant accused of fraud with a forged receipt claiming payment. The Taxation Department is pursuing recovery of funds and a writ for the money. The text references Australia and mentions a person named Wally Zamput in a tangled account.
Disjointed OCR text describes a shooting suspect or victim named John Frederick Blunkaby and a person called Mtewat or mother at a residence in Zotland. The wounded man was admitted to hospital after collapse near a weteloo fire motion. Police reported the event and ambulance responders noted a 7:46 time. hospital doctors offered a prognosis but the text remains unclear.
A lengthy conference lasting all day into the night, chaired by President PJ Clarey and Secretary Al Monk, weighed the 1M Dutch ban. The gathering heard reports from Pride S Minister Wy and prepared recommendations to be debated Thursday at 12:30 PM, with details to remain confidential until the conference.
A brief report states a son has been charged with murder in connection with a case involving a MuspEr AREN incident. Authorities did not release additional names, dates, or locations in the snippet.
Monday report details two climbers from Tamworth, Clifton Minten and Toemertmplares, charged with shooting at a man’s mother. A firefighter and archer, Norm Boyes of Wenmis Creek Theatre, faced charges after a mountain ascent. Meanwhile a northern Faye route near Tatters destroyed a 1200 tonne structure, with a fireball report reaching 2200.
The annual report outlines the Douglas Cup and Crookwall Cup, with decisions on scheduling and control. It notes committee positions, planned matches, and governance under the All-Indian and Australian sections. The report discusses administration, overseas involvement, and arrangements for future seasons.
An undated court report states a steward was found guilty of sales at a licence while other names appear in error filled text. The fragment references 82. Road and a local area shop with unclear details. Further readable items suggest an involvement in illicit trading and a verdict was reached.
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