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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 27, 1948

Page

4

Private residence listings and agent notices

Fractured private residence advertises 2 bedrooms in Parramatta Canberra area with rent 35/4 per week and garage. Mentions Bourchier's agency Kingstown and various agents seeking buyers or renters within months. Indicates pest and maintenance notes with unclear contact details and urged replies to Times.

Parrametts Canberra Pest Tor House Biuth Bourchier Neemagency Kingaton Agence Wants Emma Benland Clin Consoladore Aple Ols Sandle

Upholstering Old Furniture Rejuvenates Heirloom Pieces

A skilled craftsman restores aged sofas chairs and cabinets, reviving fabric springs and woodwork. The service emphasizes preserving original style while upgrading cushions and finishes for lasting use. Local shop offers consultations and timeline estimates for select pieces.

Planned Berlin Wambian Power Plants Stir Debate

American authorities reveal plans for new Wambi an power plants aimed at boosting energy supply. Officials say the project, labeled byrlin, faces scrutiny over cost, environmental impact, and regional energy security.

Wambian Byrlin Thurasay Otf

Hands Off the Nation's Defences Warned by Canberra Times

The Commonwealth Government shows resolve to protect defence projects under the Defence Projects Protection Act. Section 4 defines offences including boycott or threat of boycott that hinder defence work. Prosecution requires the Attorney General or authorised official, yet critics say the government delays enforcement and questions arise over who may prosecute.

Commonwealth Boy ‘Ott Besiuse Perms Australia Mapa Parlement Labour Jule

Canberra Weather Forecast Report

Regional forecast for the southeastern districts notes scattered rain over highlands. Winds shift from north to northwest with moderate strength. The report covers a 34 hour period ending soon, citing Fairbairn as the meteorological reference.

Fairbairn

Weather and wind gusts report from Ransom area

In the Ransom area winds reached 9 mph with gusts near 4 mph from the northwest. The tally notes slight rain and a temperature near 34 degrees as yesterday’s conditions ended. Gunterra led with 1 point while Water pliato scored 3 in the local measure.

Rugby Tour Aims to Ease Visitor Accommodation

Sydney on Thursday prepares for the Royal Tour with plans to accommodate visitors arriving for the New Zealand Rugby Union team. Premier Jiao announced government discussions at a city council meeting on possible emergency arrangements and assistance to ensure lodging for fans.

Sydney Jaydney Wikely New Zealand Jiao

Bride Wears Elegant Costume at Governor General’s Daughter Wedding

Crowded church witnesses the daughter of the Governor General wed a Sydney University medical student. Father gives away the bride as guests include Mrs C Lucas of Cammoray and others. After ceremony a cocktail party at Admiralty House precedes the couple’s honeymoon plans.

Cremorne Aia McKell C. Lucas Cammoray Ian Rome Sydney University Are Lasoes Admiralty House Bir Mra Lucas Lal

Executive to See Casinet Plan for ESL Delegation

An ESL executive aims to visit Casinet next week to meet Cabinet officials and discuss the Rehabilitation Act and employee services. The trip, authorized by the AGT, will cover Monday through Wednesday with US accommodations to be arranged.

Casinet Mivicere Caleusio Cantera Panaiona P. Kerrige

Quist Discusses Australia Tour With Lawn Officials

Melbourne Thursday reports a three way radio telephone confirmation between Bir Norman Brookes Lawn Association leaders and Quint, who spoke from Boston. The discussions touched on the Australasian tour and reactions to the team’s performances.

Melbourne Lawn, Tennis Association Norman Brookes HA. Tatth

Long Term Occupation Favoured in Japan Debate

Sydney reports a mixed view on Japan's postwar occupation with officials debating duration and governance. Notable figures discuss constitutional reform, Allied administration, and potential immigration and reconstruction plans to guide Japan toward democracy.

BONA FIDES ORGANISATIONS DISCUSS AUSTRALIA GROUPS

Sydney reports indicate a late ALLE executive may defer decisions on recommendations to unite various groups including the Austra iian-Ruaaian Society and the United Association of Women. ALP leaders push for a full investigation into alleged Communist links and plan sessions with council and university clubs.

Sydney ALLE Austraiian-Ruaaian Society Council For Culture United Asociation of Women Raallat Art Lhe University Labour Club Han Lengie Eureka

Interference Risk Sparks Defence Act Action On Rocket Range

Australian officials warn against any boycott of the Woomera rocket range and say the Defence Projects Act will be used to protect the work. Attorney General and Premier stress no policy change, with penalties up to 5000 pounds or imprisonment for offences. In separate state coverage, Burnie reports Labour may lose majority after preferences distribution in the House of Assembly.

Boycett Commonwealth Agein Neve Generale Department Dedman Deaman Xatrafactory McMennay Brooke Fang Act Providen Somance Burnie House of Assembly Labour Baas

Skymaster Forces Emergency Landing Near Bermuda

A passenger flight from Germany limped to Bermuda after two engine failures 00 miles from the Atlantic. 39 aboard included 31 children and several infants. The emergency escort by another aircraft saved the jetliner and all on board. the incident prompted safety attention.

Bermuda Pax Fengers Skymaster United States Germany Cie Atlenticikreece Itn Pansenigera Even

New Zealand Requests Building Materials From Australia

Australia reports a New Zealand request for building materials. Officials say allocations are state responsibility and a federal conference would be needed if a formal request is made.

Australia New Zealand Commonwealth Blale

Beatie Liberal Party Plans Annual Meeting Proposals

The Beate Council of the Liberal Party will hold its annual meeting to discuss proposals aimed at presenting the party's policy positively. President Spooner and other leaders seek experienced parliamentary candidates to support a future government coalition.

Ay Army Theresay Beate Council Tte Canalder Spooner Country Party Elternative Bil Sociaismn

Monty to Visit British Zone Berlin in Airlift Era

General Montgomery plans a visit to the British sector of Berlin to inspect the end of the Berlin airlift. He will not reach Berlin immediately and is expected to return to London on Monday.

Monty Berlin Marakal Weil Garmany

Treaty Talks With United States Progress Report

Officials from Australia and the United States confirm ongoing negotiations on reciprocal navigation and commercial privileges. Discussions have stretched for months but no formal agreement or timetable has been established.

United States Enidey Uno

S A See ks Diesel Adelaide

An article reports Premier Playford alleging a fake claim by Chifley about funds for 10 diesel electric locomotives. It states one and a quarter million pounds were allotted for the purchase and that federal transport authentication supported the expenditure. The locomotives would cover the Adelaide Melbourne route with less refueling and cost about £80,000 each.

Adelaide Playford Chifley Federal Trenaport Playtond Melbourne

Police Seek Pay Increase and Aborigine Burial Note

A policeman testified before the Industrial Commission about burial of aborigines and a proposed pay raise for constables. The witness referenced annual pay of 482 and noted travels with two way radio equipment in the police tone.

Byoney Thursany Justier Taylor Industrial Commission Outback T. Blake

Woman Wins for Sheep Star Drenuani Tyradly Claverton

An article notes a woman winning a sheep star title at an event near Claverton with mention of Tyadly Drenuani and a keeper, referencing wartime territory and local holdings. It describes wartime era labor and land holdings, including a 1706 ho 2104 acre claim and references to subsidies and trades hall discussions.

Drenuani Tyadly Claverton Miensen Las Graham Aero Land Ringer

S A to Investigate Atomic Power Development

An Adelaide report notes Premier Playford plans to investigate atomic power as a major project for South Australia. The article highlights SA’s early interest in atomic research and its emphasis on large scale power development for the state.

Adelaide Peter Playford Australie Kro Australia Atomic Power South Australia

Trampled Death Shocks Barwis Search Efforts

Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a trampled death linked to a Barwis search operation. Mentions of Renan and an event titled The Tunows with unclear relation to the investigation. Citations are incomplete and key details are obscured in the text.

Catalin Renan Aura Mr. Tied Roper Hiver Mm Reute Corey Mattres Amcor Sam Chie

Man Killed In Fall From Hold Suspect Shielded By Crowd

Police traced a fatal incident to a held crowd disturbance at a Nova scene. Witnesses described a man being tossed into a pit and Grace flung downward, with authorities noting a suspected assault amid a chaotic event.

Rydney Neill Pier Grace Metindd Jerislante

Inspectors Review School Problems at Australasian Conference

Mr White of the Institute of Inspectors of Schools says uniformity in syllabi is not essential but some standardization could be valuable. Senior Inspector of Schools in New Zealand Mr Stubbs notes urgency for schools and students to align with broad European educational aims.

Bydney Thursas Austratte Wax W. “Institute T. A. White White Australia Noene Goth New Zealand Ar Stubbs AUP Eraladinine World Society Europe

Retiring U S Army General Remarks on Japan

General fears were voiced in Tokyo as Lieutenant General Robert Eichelberger, retiring commander of the American forces in the Pacific, commented on postwar concerns regarding Japan. He discussed regional security, occupation plans, and the need for careful demobilization. The remarks reflect caution about the transition from war to peace.

Japan Sydney Peniampataryen Kimperor Irahito Sojonel Ryan Tymia Hirohita Ie Pat Imma Brien Ar. Fevnarll Lenath Mac Arthae Mr Caswell Australle Hayleranta Moore Hatekuide

French Elections Rally Marks Postponed national event

Vague garbled OCR text notes a rally connected to French elections and a national assembly event. It mentions October, December, and Gaulle in a fragmentary context, with no clear dates or outcomes.

Ferro

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