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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 28, 1946

Page

4

Marriage Engagement Announced Amid Family Notices

An engagement is announced between Claudia and the son of Mr and Mrs Merovige of Canherpe. The notice recalls the late Elisabeth Ant Chimra who died August 14 and notes the family mourning. A memorial keepsake expresses love from the daughter and grandson.

SouRa Avo Atelte Ken Danghine G. R. Merovige Stree. Kerndar Ainsiio Canherpe Claudia Papi Mira Eugnud Cane Jean Maileline Motiay

Rise in Britain's Export Trade Surges in 1988 Quarter

Britain’s export value rose markedly in the last quarter of 1988, with overall volume up about 10 percent from the prior year. Industrial machinery, electrical equipment, textiles, and chemicals led gains while regions reported strong demand. shipments to various markets climbed, bolstering the trade balance despite container and price pressures.

Hritain Tiritayn ANIL

Pacific regional security plan gains British support

The article reports that New Zealand Australia and the United Kingdom back a Pacific regional security proposal. It notes efforts to create a regional organization under UN auspices to address Pacific problems, with Britain and allies discussing conferences in January to advance economic and security cooperation.

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Premier accuses coal owners of sabotage

Premier charges coal owners with sabotage while accusing opponents of spreading propaganda. Government ministers allege deliberate action undermining energy supply and public order as weeks of political strife intensify.

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Phosphates From Nauru Shipment Details

Report from Portrush describes a shipment of phosphates from Nauru. Vessel balance of 500 tons bound for Melbourne after delays caused by enemy raid and an attack on the bonding cvar. A former German ship replaces a vessel after another was damaged by enemy action.

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American Wool Purchases Show July Exports Decline

A degraded report notes July wool exports from the United States totaled 344 018 tons with a year over year shift. The figures indicate a drop from the prior July when purchases reached 57 721 tons and 230 4 percent of prior levels are referenced in ancillary data.

America

Chipley Answers Ward in Fragmentary Protest

Fragmented OCR text shows Mr Chipley replying to Mr Ward about a political issue. The brief exchange references government pressure and implied accusations regarding ministerial actions. Readable portions are limited and names are partially garbled.

Snow on Southern Alps Cold Snap Begins to Melt

Weather report notes thaw of heavy snow across the Southern Alps with rising temps and lingering risk from avalanches. Forecasts warn of unsettled conditions and potential disruptions as warming continues.

Alps

Drought Broken in Northern Areas

The report notes rainfall ending a long dry period in northern rivers, with Lismore and Buropay cited as beneficiaries. Flooding and water use concerns eased as spring prospects improve, and agricultural activity resumes with wheat and pastures noted.

Sydney Tay Tewony AL Ryne Lismore

Security plan for global peace urged by Canberra Times

Fragmentary article notes discussions on postwar security, regional harmony, and United Nations style cooperation. Mentions Australia Canada United Kingdom New Zealand and Allied powers shaping a regional and world security framework with emphasis on practical measures for collective defense.

Royal Miennoad Honors Government House Reception

A note from Government House Canerre states that Minister J.B Chitless arrived yesterday afternoon for a ceremonial greeting with Vice Regal Hie and the Royal Miennoad. Details on the event are limited in the fragmentary OCR text.

Government House Canerre

Historic ties between Britain and the Netherlands surface in museum plan

Fragmentary text recounts historical links linking Great Britain and the Netherlands. Mentions Leiden University and Dutch Prime Minister with letters from a king or duke, a national museum project, and cultural ties spanning centuries.

Asco Evia Leyden Univeratity Twrarlf Hia Aner Duke of Marlborough Nateonal Museu

Canberra weather report fragment

Fragmentary weather note from Canberra noting temperature and timing with unreadable details. Entities are unclear due to OCR errors and punctuation.

World Court Ties Camp Distance With Key Ally

A scrambled report notes international talks on court relations and a high level visit. Officials from unnamed nations seek cohesion on jurisdiction and distant alliance challenges.

Speech snippets reveal political strategy and party alignment

The Prime Minister and Chifley address campaign timing and party allocations amid calls for shorter speeches. Officials indicate ABC favored formats while stressing no government interference in timing.

Mrchiftey ABC Chifley A.blc iLavis

Death for Polish Terrorists in Underworld Case

Unclear OCR text reports a death sentence related to Polish terrorists identified with a group known as NBE. It mentions individuals and possible charges but lacks coherent details, dates, or locations. The fragmentary record references an execution or punishment tied to an alleged underworld operation.

White Russians Plot With Japanese in Soviet War Plan

The article recounts charges against Grigori Jem enoV and alleged conspirators involved with White Russians and Japan during 1917 to extend Soviet territory. It describes punitive expeditions, equipment and money linked to armed actions and propaganda, with claims of coercive acts and coercion against Soviet forces in the Tyarn Talval region.

Grigori Jemenov Par Haat Tyan Talval Seleing Uewle Acta Toerordan Vietimy Wat

Manufacturers discuss trade plan with international meeting in view

A trade panel from the chamber of manufacturers outlines views on tariff policy and preliminary preparations for an upcoming international gathering. The department of trade and commerce coordinates arrangements while emphasizing no specific details on final discussions or bids.

Australia Selaey Chiley Department of Tea Cudiene Seton Tee Warde Au Biante Fedeeral Ene

Mother Forced to Leave Sick Baby Aboard Dutch Ship

A distressed mother abandoned her ill infant as a Dutch naval vessel departed Sydney. The child remained with the child's grandmother while the family faced turmoil from wartime disruption and naval movement. The scene reflects the harsh toll on civilians, including wives of Dutch sailors, amid global conflict.

Sydney Tuasday Alingsa Jner Tuarnan Tan Mothen Mies Bohunal Bundh Truteh Navy Mra Honora Yepe Parc Pansengers Bates

Pacific air service resumes between San Francisco and Auckland

The transpacific Pan American air service will resume, with routes to Auckland via Sug a and Noumen, resuming mail carriage and passenger service. The service restart is planned for the next period, pending clearance and scheduling.

Canberra Races On Acton Course

An old Canberra racing plan notes temporary use of Acton racecourse as interim venue while a permanent track is developed. The committee finds existing facilities unable to support future racing and urges coordination with the Department of the Interior for a suitable site, aiming for a Canberra opening between January and April.

Canberra Acton Menart J Bennett Southwell JC Aston

Bigamy conviction lands man in gaol in 1946

A court in Black Rock Vic sentenced Robert Ghonge Myeray, aged 24, to years in prison for bigamy after the accused married while already bound by a prior marriage. The incident occurred on June 19, 1946, with police noting the offender’s actions and the legal process leading to the conviction.

Robert Ghonge Myeray Wieelens Catuera Auprem Lowrt Yraterday Pacer Uly Winsting Tary Beremi Fox Black Rock Vic Om Kapha Bates

No Initiative Displayed in School Planning Faces Opposition

Fragmented report from PYDNEY and Tussus discusses lack of initiative in school planning. Officials criticize modern architecture and play space decisions, noting few schools provide adequate areas for children and activities. The Federation of Parents and Govron Associations cites concerns about suitability and resource allocation.

Pydney Federation of Parenta and Gitron’ Associationa Gott Aun Parka and Pinvurnuniey Hutive NRW

Governments discuss future warfare and arms control

A government spokesman outlined plans and debates on future defence, weaponization, and the role of compulsory military training. Experts warn about explosive naval and air power advances while favoring peaceful realignment and international consent to restrict or redirect such research.

Sei Pasheon Thear Investitatora Dory Manitiml

Student Loses Year’s Study Claims Damages

A Bay student failed to gain university entry due to a form master error and sought damages. The court noted the student paid for all subjects but could not attend the required course, while the college argued reasonable precautions were taken and denied liability.

Auckland

New Chevrolet Car Off Assembly Lines in Sydney

Fragmented OCR text describes a Chevrolet model out of production with mentions of management, engineering, and price details. The source is garbled, but indicates a car being built or released with references to production lines and economic considerations.

Turner Centre Advocacy Sparks Welfare Association Meeting

A Turner Welfare Association gathering discussed a plan to establish a Turner Centre with police, finance, and volunteer labor support. Officials outlined rental terms, court access, and early service improvements, including morning work shifts and a survey detailing community needs.

Suburban Train Services To Be Improved

authorities announce planned upgrades to suburban rail services after years of delays. cleaners and conductors will be reassigned as part of changes aimed at reducing travel times between Sydney and Newcastle and increasing peak hour capacity. the project targets earlier trains and more reliable timetables, with disruption expected during phased implementation. The plan emphasizes quicker crossings, extended schedules, and better signaling to serve commuters in surrounding regions.

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Ex Minister on Bribery Case Stirs Hobart

A report from Hobart outlines alleged bribery involving a former minister and aides. Charges target Agriculture and Forestry portfolios with linked figures named Ronald and James Mowers amid ongoing inquiries.

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