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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 21, 1947

Page

3

Tenant Rights of Rural Lessees Clarified

Rural lessees in the A.C T. are urged to secure tenant rights with approved structures, water access, and self-construction. A compromise allows drawing water from government standpipes only with written authority from the association president or secretary. Financial aid requests and water conservation measures are being pursued through the Department of the Interior.

A.C T The Association Mtr Ryne Ryne, A Former President and Secretary Perntlasion Seaneys Department of the Anterior Rural Bank of New South Wales

Canberra Aces Varsity Debate Final Against South Australia

Canberra yesterday defeated Sydney in the first semi final and South Australia beat Western Australia in the second semi final to reach the final in the varsity debate. The final will debate whether cultural relationships between nations are more important than economic ties for peace.

Canberra South Australia Sydney Western Australia

Coal Shipments Threaten Britain as Strike Halts Freight

Tally clerk Mapute on the waterfront warns of food shipment delays to Britain amid coal strike disruptions. Northern dock work continues as operators say production hours are maintained to meet night output needs.

Newcastle Wednessa Tally Clerka Mapute Britain Etd Yapectel Constam

State to Revise District Courts Plan Described

Wednesday the proposal to revise the District Court Act aims to empower district courts and reduce the State Cabinet. The plan, supported by Allor-Eungealon and Mr. Martin, would shift many civil cases from the Supreme Court to district courts.

Rydney Seyeneral Martin Supreme Court

Tax collections award five million pounds to states

Prime Minister Chifley warns Australia cannot shield itself from global economic shocks. He signals possible direct tax concessions but cautions that a downturn in Britain and the United States could force Australia to curb imports. He notes dollar and sterling pressures, anxious talks at Geneva, and the need for resilience and prudent import controls. The forecast includes a cautious path toward industrial expansion despite rising prices.

Australia Britain United States Chifley Commonwealth Chidey Geneva United Kingdom Diliens Smlaery Germany United Kingsdom Canada Mr. Chifley America Chiney

RSL May Challenge State On Liquor Policy

In a report to Congress the League disclosed it has liquor licences but faces strict enforcement of closing hours. President Bolton expressed deplore ment at men giving up on harmony and urged concessions for clubs. The League’s solicitors advised on legal rights to challenge liquor restrictions and avoid damage to members.

Bydney Congress League the & O’clowk Air Bolton Bolton Eal

Mother of the Diggers honored at RSL Congress

Mrs. McNeilly of Orange received the Certificate of Merit and a gold badge from the League at the Annual Congress of the RSL in Sydney. Presented by Mr. Keelth Todd, the award recognized her tireless work for soldiers and veterans. Roy Kippax also received a Certificate of Merit for civilian welfare service.

Sydney McNeilly Orange REL V.C League RSL Keelth Todd

Road Making in Canberra

Canberra announces expansion of road construction with three additional miles slated for completion by year end. Labor shortages hinder progress while bitumen supply remains stable. Paved roads require rescaling and resurfacing to support extended service and future bus route changes.

Acramundans Urner O'Connor Extonaione McMillan Circe Xlve Amay Beng Canberra

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