Red Cross Funds In ACT War Effort
Canberra division of the Australian Red Cross Society reports funds approaching £6,000 since war began. Sir William Clemens says ACT needs about £800 for local services while overseas relief already costs over £150,000. Central Council support includes ambulances, blood banks and relief for British Red Cross and other causes.
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Canberra Technical College Offers Prelim Training Scheme
The Minister for the Interior announced approval of a program at Canberra Technical College to provide preliminary training for men over 17 aiming to become fitters turners or mechanics in defence services or national work. Courses cover workshop practice theory blueprint reading and trade calculations with a six hour weekly commitment. No vacancy guarantees but suitable students may gain national service opportunities through the trade tests for entry to military or munition work.
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Canberra
Funds for Planes: Lismore Children Lead Fund Drive
In Melbourne a variety of offers to raise funds for RB.A.A.F. planes includes two Lismore school children donating from their Saving Bank accounts to seed a children's fund. Costs cited: elementary trainer 1,500 pounds, twin-engined trainer 15,000 pounds, long-range flying boat 50,000 pounds.
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Rb.a.a.f
Lismore
Red Cross Appeal Urges Canberra Funding Advances
With no funds to meet emergencies and future needs the division asks Canberra to contribute. A simple donation plan will offer red cross seals for one penny each sold at post offices within days, with all proceeds aiding the Society.
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Canberra impressions of Australia from a New York Times report
U.S. visitors meet Australian leaders at Government House Canberra and discuss alliance, tariffs, and Canberra’s new capital feel. Americans note the Pacific fleet’s presence as a safeguard and reflect on Canberra’s planned, Midway California vibe and its link to Britain. Mr Menaien cites war time employment and the hit to primary industry markets in Europe.
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Reduction planned for Australian radio licences next month
The Post master-General Mr Thorby told the House the Broadcasting Act would be amended to lower licence fees from 12 shillings to 10 shillings, with fees dropping to £1 from September 1. The move, likely a popularity measure for elections, aims to boost ABC revenue via more Australian artists and ongoing licence growth.
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Sir John Latham dual posts bill to end after war
The Australian Attorney General introduced a Judiciary Act amendment to end Sir John Latham’s dual roles as Chief Justice and Minister to Tokyo one year after the war. The war time measure aims to use his services while allowing Acting Chief Justice to be named during his peace. Critics say the plan mixes political and judicial functions and could set a dangerous precedent ahead of an election.
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Canberra Technical College offers defence pre training courses
Applications invited by the Registrar for men aged 17 and over to enroll in a preliminary course in Fitting and Machining and Motor Mechanics. Course includes workshop practice and theory with six hours weekly, fees 25 shillings for seniors and 12 shillings 6 pence for juniors, refundable if trade text is purchased for defence service enrolment.
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Canberra
J. A. Carrodus
Department of the Interior
Room and board offered in quiet home and agencies
Vacancy for sober young man in good quiet home share room includes soft washing. Contact Times Office. Furnished or unfurnished house rooms at Cox's Newsagency. Breakfast tray optional apply Cleavers Newsagency Manuka.
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Cox
Remembering Bir John Latham For Peace In Pacific
An unnamed speaker recalls meeting Bir John Latham about six years ago in Nan. He notes Latham’s deep interest in peace in the Pacific region and emphasizes his commitment to tranquil relations.
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Foreign Office
John Latham
Nan
John
Pacific
All Weather Road Planned Across Central Australia
Three states will fund a new all weather road 00 miles long from Alice Springs to Birdan bridging the north and south railways. It aims to move food and equipment to Darwin quickly in case of attack. A survey and War Cabinet report will decide, with work possible next month at an estimated cost of £140,000.
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Central Australia
Alice Springs
Birdan
War Cabinet
Canberra
Alf Pay Rates For Home Defence Members
The Minister for the Navy announced that members of the A.L.F. sent north of Australia or to Commonwealth islands will receive pre-embarkation pay rates. Deferred exchange was also to be payable for those who had embarked for service outside the Commonwealth.
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Australia
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Commonwealth
Petrol Rationing Pamphlet Slated by Chamber
A Victorian Automotive Chamber pamphlet titled Facts about Petrol Rationing features a ghastly death head cover. Minister Fred Frederick Stewart supports the scheme as an adequate answer to allegations, while other organizations in various states approve the plan.
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Mrenreson
C.P
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Frederick Stewart
Cabinet to close four Sydney racecourses
The State Cabinet decided to close Kensington Ascot Richmond Wyong courses tonight following a committee recommendation chaired by Under-Secretary Swift. A cabinet sub committee urged delaying certain Act provisions and reviewing the matter before December 1943. The plan requires proprietary clubs to convert to non proprietary clubs to retain racing licenses.
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Kensington
Ascot
Richmond
Wyong
Mr. Swift
Be Smart Action From Your Sluggish Bowels
Fragmentary text suggests a health ad or slogan urging better bowel health. The line odd phrasing hinders clear meaning and presents no verifiable facts, names, or dates to anchor a traditional news-style summary.
Sir Richard to Train for A J C Derby
Melbourne trainer Sir Richard is set to prepare Ruthardy for the AJC Derby after a prior sprint lead. The horse showed early speed that impressed handlers in recent workouts.
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