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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 19, 1947

Page

2

Australian banking nationalisation debate unsettled by High Court ruling

The piece analyzes the Australian banking nationalisation proposal amid a High Court decision. It argues public approval hinges on freedom of choice and questions if government control over credit and the Commonwealth Bank will curb economic instability or deter private banking and private enterprise.

Mip Fiat Oyer Hax Roende Commonwealth Vna Cu Commonwealth Bank Commonwealth Bank Australis Peri Dreision High Court Ts Iim Riliwen Commonwealth and Trading Bank Pulltead Tharsby

New Petrol Ration Scale Reported With Reductions

Government issues a new petrol ration scale noting percentage reductions for private usage. Figures cited vary across ranges from 31 to 36 percent, affecting private care and related transport allocations.

Che Weet

Trial held for murder of Mrs Janet Newton in 16th landmark case

A trial adjournment and sentencing details emerge as the murder case against an unnamed defendant advances. The court, tied to a complex web of testimonies and local concerns, weighs up a controversial award and compensation linked to postcrime proceedings.

Geenicipal Gernigs Newton Atal Janet Newton Meath

Nationalisation clash shadows banking policy fight

Sydney reports a legal and political battle as the government pushes to nationalize banks. Leaders debate the plan in Parliament amid warnings of centralized control and threats to private enterprise.

Sydney Mondey Commonwealth

Central Queensland Notes Heaviest Rainfall In Months

Wet spell delivers good useful rains across central Queensland with 7 to 8 inches in inland areas and up to 3 inches elsewhere. Meteorologists report heavy falls easing into week end with continued showers in southeastern and northwestern quarters, aiding crops and water reserves.

Queensland Bribbane Burren Fentland Coneil Cronk Desmaatta MB Nowra

Canberra Forecast Note From Fairbairn Station

Weather bulletin from the meteorological station Fairbairn Canberra notes a forecast period of about 34 hours starting Monday with light winds and cloudy conditions. Strong highs and lows are not clearly stated due to garbled text.

Fairbairn

Canberra Weather Report Fragment

Fragmentary weather note from Canberra contains unreadable OCR text about times and conditions. The readable parts do not form a clear forecast or data.

Concert of Gilbert and Sullivan Sane Piratia at Canberra Mall

A varied Canberra choral concert presented a blended Gilbert and Sullivan selection. Performers, led by Mr W Hunt and Mrs Pricker, delivered lively humor and engaging voices, with strong piano accompaniment from Maria Vautin and Albert Peters.

Glisert Bulligen Afcert W. Hunt Cnet Lareawo Tate Notwain Ruel Aix Aist Guy Ae Blankcy Googe Shaw Stan Santuel Wren Rae Thiabet Lind Mhitey Ranson Margaret Fricker Ian Alyanand Jalibert Silivan Maria Vautin Albert Peters Oper Vincent Greenhalgh Neperve Comlantity Ion

Women'sBasketball Nomart Defeats West Australia

In the Interstate casetbal com area world, Nomart defeated West Australia 35 to 28 and South Australia beat New South Wales 44 to 38.

Nomart Teastante West As South Australia New South Wales

Minister clash over MacMahon Ball wine policy in Australia

The Cont. jureaith Government faced criticism as Mr MacMahon Hall was deemed out of step with Commonwealth policy over wine imports. The issue drew attention from the Russian representative on the Council and the BCOF commander Lieut General Robertson, who will attend the August 26 conference in Australia.

MacMahon Ball Department of Ranernal Mac B.co.f H. CH. Robertson Council Australia

Federal control of intra-state airline power discussed

The Commonwealth government is considering amending the Australian Nation Airlaws Act to base power to operate intra-state air services on federal authority. An advisory has been tendered and the key issue is whether the Commonwealth can regulate intrastate routes under the current act, a point to be raised at the Premising Conference next week as talks continue with the United States over transfer of air service powers.

Real Matin Wes Kak NAW Chamber of Commerce KF. Coles Mr. Monsies Oe 13 bin Geal Toe Garey Palltica Canberra Rome Chifay Himasit Latour Calwell Ward Douglas Weil Naw Tian Ivan Bat Ita Swe Jen

Perth Runner Aims for Speed Records

A fragmented report notes Perth runner Merrett considering attempts on the 3 mile and 10 mile marks. The text hints at original plans to push a record before shifting focus to longer distances, with mentions of Campbell and uneven wording around mile objectives and preparation.

Perth Campbell Merrett

Princeess Dress To Be Made By Mor Haakstall Report

A garbled late 19th century note indicates Mongdor Mongar and the Princee la hain plan a dress to be made by Mor Haakstall. It mentions etiquette and parental discipline tied to the princess’s attire.

Mondon Mongar Princeae Mor 1 Haakstall

Banking Sill to Be Introduced Next Session

The article outlines plans for a banking bill to be introduced next session. It describes Commonwealth moves to regulate private banks and potential government takeover options. It mentions officials and figures such as Mr. Evatt and Mr. Chifley, and notes possible compensation for shareholders under a future scheme.

Mission Work in Tanganyika Reviewed

A report on mission work in Central Tanganyika notes progress under British oversight with Governor approval. It highlights training of Africans for administration and development, medical staff expansion, and planned peanut planting programs as part of development efforts.

Tanganyika Oy Snes Ama Sarrad Achogin Prikaare Thewerfus Turner Retro Cantral Fewamury Auroheche Tetas Onat

Market Reaction Prompted by Commonwealth Announcement

A fragmented notice describes a national advisory on market impact and financial instruments. The text references a poll or weeklong event affecting sales, mentioning banks and maritime terms in a garbled form. Entities are unclear but imply broader market response to an official statement.

Canberra varsity debate drawn into late night chatter

Fragmentary report suggests Canberra varsity debate coverage intertwines with late night planning. Melbourne expected to win against Adelaide, with a Seattle-like tension noted as the night unfolds and venues address the ongoing discussion.

Immigration policy debate spans nations and borders

A garbled report discusses immigration acts and plans involving the United States and Australia. It references Dean's actions, European travel, and a Vancouver connection. The piece mentions Australia’s immigration ventures and concerns about draining away skilled workers amid complex policy shifts.

No Art Union Seles on Sydney Street

Fragmentary note reports an injunction or action involving No Art Union Seales on Sydney Street. The text references a Full Court decision and potential arrest context, with illegible surrounding details. No clear names, dates, or events are extractable beyond the court-related wording.

ART Union Seles Sydney Street

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