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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 29, 1946

Page

4

In Memoriam Galaraiye-m and Family Honor Loss

Deron Caiherrs announces the memorial for Elisabeth ad Geodon daughter born August 28. A memorial note honors Nostand and remembers George Ronald who passed away on August 2, 2048. Widowed by P. Cal- Gmarge Roneid, the family and relatives George, Gillian and Ronald Wastestt share loving memories.

Deron —Ar Caiherrs Elisabeth Ad Geodon Alitlbarn Galaraiee Toring Meinty Genege Ronald P. Cal George Gillian

Timber Corruption Trial of Former Ministers Opens

In Hotary Criminal Court today Troan de Larges Allen and Jorse Minister of Forceia, along with lawyer Ron sd Jamon Howard, faced corruption charges. Prosecution alleges on February 3 Ma 4 Allen solicited or obtained timber through ABM/V6/2 secretaries in return for favors to Howard in Crown business.

Burnte Teday Hotary Troan de Larges-Allen Jorse Forceia Ron Jamon Howard Crown Allon Crus Howard Howard Walter Ford W'Alton Davidson

Rice yield below estimates in precamt season

Avatyatie plans export 19 000 tons amid thinner than expected yields. Households face supply gaps as imports may be delayed during the coming season, with estimates showing a shortfall of 4 800 tons. Government weighs plantings in parts of Queensland and the Northern Territory.

Avatyatie Vice Quematand Austretia Northern Territory

Trade Policy A promains speech on Monday night

A policy speech by Bre Minit Chen Westlan is expected Monday night. The talk will discuss the efficiency of marvings loans and aims to examine responses from other countries with a view to their replication in Australia. It is understood that Alsat Yatengs will participate in international trade, with emphasis on empire preference and potential adjustments to avoid losses from drought and empire changes.

Promains Chen Westlan Australie Orta Ir Keanpire Australi Marec Empire

Life imprisonment ordered for Hayes in child murder case

Brisbane reports that Bard Astour was sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of Colin McKenzie, ten. Thomas Baward Wilson, alias Hayes, was found guilty by the Circuit Court jury after a retrial following a hung verdict in a prior trial.

Brisbane Bard Astour Thomas Baward Wilson Hayes Wittal Colin Mcxensie

Forecast for Routh Lantern Piatricts

Generally cold and cloudy with snow along alpine fronts. Gusty winds shift southwest to southeast and rise gradually across slopes and tablelands, producing a moderate to rising wind pattern through the period.

Canberra Weather Report Shows Rain Across Regions

The Weather Bureau notes significant rainfall in Canberra and surrounding areas with 3 to 12 points registered in several towns. Heavy showers linger through the night and into the afternoon, with variable totals across the southern regions and Darling Downs.

Forbearance in diplomacy amid postwar tensions at Paris

Fragmented report on diplomatic reticence during the Paris Conference. Mentions Australian High Commissioner Beasley urging measured language toward Russian delegates,observer reactions, and calls for calm amid hostile tone. Notes that restraint is urged to sustain international exchange and avoid fueling confrontation.

Sam Beasley Ysat Winich aiTore Peopie St. Teaaley Tsvic Husain World Prateria Uni Hassan Russia Amity Wep Prirately Bfr. Brassey Anstrattens

Royal highme and civic figures attend center show

A regally themed event at a centric venue drew officials including The Chairman of Ganbange Shire Council W. Gibbon and Parker Agriculture, Hanthral and Horticultural Association president A. M. Bimbeomie. Mayor Welcomed guests, inspected exhibits, and observed displays as a military gang praised by attendees.

Iuls Royal Higmme Yeaterany Ilene Highnem Bt Honeur End Ecnervicenmen Boy Zeolite Piel Guliinn Menoebliaren

Dr Evatt Arrives At Darwin In Early Air Trip

A fragmented report notes Dr Evatt arriving in Darwin by air from Binglun with a stopover at Mie eetgad. It mentions accompanying figures Beheatrame Unemare and M MIT Me Avot, and refers to Murnane and Hlogeergnorn in transit.

DR. Evatt Darwin Aydney Dorin Binglun Eitgammovedin Menor Murnane Hlogeergnorn Lapartitesta

Planes for China target civil war end near

Acting Secretary of War announced new military aid to China with transport of combat planes until the civil conflict ends. The State Department is separately negotiating terms, while the administration contends the aid is not tied to any other conditions.

China Wariington Wednesay Atarate Dean Ardenney Tf Sangha Peterson Highta State Department

Milk subsidy plan for Queensland discussed in cabinet

A shaky draft notes a proposed subsidy for Queensland dairy, with unclear wording and several garbled phrases. The document hints at central government support and an outline of price or quantity terms, but exact details remain obscured by errors.

Ward Seeks Liberal Win Amid Menzies Stand

Mr Ward entered the stronghold of Mr Menzies in a wartime style address. He warned Labour would promise much but deliver little, noting the Liberals could still win with viable candidates. He argued Menzies favored government action and outlined wage changes tied to housing subsidies, stressing the impact on families.

Tranapark Mr Wand Austen Aly Ward Chipley Menalen Mongiee Menzies

Keitel Bacteria Warfare Ban Claim Reported

A War Crimes Tribunal record quotes Colonel Buerker stating Keitel banned bacteriological warfare preparations. The document from Decda camp notes evidence urging trial completion by Saturday while Buerker disputes any plan to extend to attack preparations.

Nurrmberg Wednemty Buerker War Crimes Wick-Morenal Keitel Decda Bwerker Keltel Kellel

Better Results from Shorter Hours in Melbourne

Melbourne reports evidence from the Arbitration Court on the 40 hour week claim. Mr. G. Horsey, late manager for NRW, Transport Department, testifies that shorter hours improved output. He notes increased strength of the start and substantial gains in efficiency, with acreage inters reduced significantly.

Melbourne G. Horsey NRW Boks Trunport Inter Waa

Welcome Home Social Honors Wing Commander Sheen

A lively homecoming event in Canberra celebrated Wing Commander Sheen with wife and family. Guests included prominent locals, singing and dancing, and a tribute from Mr Winston Chirchiiva to the WWII aircrew. Messages emphasized friendship between Britain, Australia, and New Zealand.

Sheen Agmerblea Toorday Welonena Deaninel Bhocn Hie Topi My Pacty Tenvellat Tameorth Jack Allen Otra Croppers W. FE. Sheer Les Alien Brattier Gordon Sydney Des Pond Sheen Crapp Morgan Ohores Eve Mmager Dumcing Gunn Contello Doce Marchant Australia Deamond Marchant Gowan Tinea Winston Chirchiiva Antral Britain Fiheen Tahia Bhaen Prme Kinahio Tethy Great Britain New [Zealand Hexiao W.E. Been Canberra Rasaall Landon Wis Shes Feo Ted Mawar Jong Tewsmond Bheen London Mr. and Bite Russell

Death of Lord Kilmaine Shocks London

The death of Lord Kilmaine occurred in London, with reports noting his passing after a long illness. The late nobleman, a figure in royal circles, left behind family ties and a legacy tied to public service and landholding, prompting mourning across society.

Lord Kilmaine London

Victory contingent duties on ship passengers described

A historical shipboard incident details a victory contingent duty and security actions aboard a vessel. The report notes a ripple of checks on luggage at No 1 Wharf and Cheatay Quay, with large cigarette quantities seized and restrictions on purchases during the voyage.

Alta Tony Cheatay Labaccr Preston Artbourne Fremantle Taide oAkernbern Srpaure Ing Engle

Antarctic plans deferred amid election impacts

Ambiguous notes indicate Antarctic exploration plans remain uncertain after an election, with officials hinting at delays until external authorities respond. clarity scarce due to garbled OCR text.

Australian Rugby Union team selection report winds through fragments

Fragmentary OCR text references the Australian Rugby Union team and schedules, with unclear names and places. The readable bits suggest a selection or travel notice but lack concrete details on players, dates, or venue. Further text would be required to produce a precise 2 line summary.

Liberal Senator Foll Seeks Independent Path in NSW

Fragmented text shows Liberal and People’s Party context in New South Wales politics. Mentions Senator Foll contemplating independent or liberal candidacy, with references to Tony and Queens and Liberal factions. Readers see discussion of party petitions, electoral strategy, and state political figures.

Aydney Hagwrakot Ainbane Ain Rand Abe Iver Eatelinee Inalver Liberol Party New Ruth Wales

Political plums in judiciary appointments spark debate

In Arisbane Parliament on Wednesday R. Pye accused the People’s Party of stirring controversy over the governor generalship and the appointment of judges including Siders Wn sivarseny as a diplomatic envoy candidate. He urged that selections be free from fees and influence, suggesting reforms to prevent political meddling in judicial appointments.

Arisbane Hywokonge People'n Party Bs Pye Pye Queana

Award to Norwegian naval officer shifts honorary title

The Governor General Kina approved appointing Commander Thorenu n of the Norwegian Navy as an honorary officer in the Royal Norwegian Navy. The award followed decades of service with the Australian Commonwealth Naval Board and involvement in merchant marine affairs from 1932 onward. The appointment came amid wartime tensions and tanker shortages, reflecting alliance cooperation between Norway and Australia.

Kina Pia de Fang Thoreken Ae Oyu Sehminny Thorenun Royal Norwegian Navy Ausvalaaien Commonwealth Naval Board Verela Norwegien Marchant Marine Aniip SM8 Omerr Hoya Merchant Matin Defence Australien Rection

Continent seeks wheat pact as talks loom in Canada

Belgium and several Latin American nations say they are eager to negotiate a wheat agreement with Canada but there is no indication when negotiations will open.

Belgium Wire Canada

Reporters Seek Higher Wages in Commonwealth Coverage

A UK Australian era report notes a wage dispute among reporters including 3G. B Castioay board and Queensland Association as they push for better pay. Debates cover minimum and maximum salaries across states, with comparisons to Commonwealth reporters’ scales and parliamentary reporting costs.

Castioay Board Pe Yerday Ted Qwiiaia Behale Gb Vinaned Torene Sryane Ii Olgirae Mokator Abdi Bist Hirvfigrman Ammvser Berman’ Actin Goxnie Hagerd Ropesrter Uri Pat Winilian Tanite Hansard Goode Awa Ok

NSW Aims State Control Of Coal Mining

NSW debates state takeover of coal industry as Premier McGell cites production and reform plans. Victoria pledges to enact similar power under federation provisions to regulate mining and ensure nation’s interests. Labour appeals to miners for terms and higher output as the week unfolds.

Bydney Jamnent New South MevGell Hurrenorsne Bora Creek Muewettbroct Wich Ewald Mmr Indust National Interoets Silas Netane Iomt Nsyrpauily Australis Victoria Melbourne Weeneney Mar Cain Mrcicantes

Fuel Oil Proposal At Bunnerong Discussed In London

C Cr爷mar, chairman at Sydney County Council, outlined a proposed fuel oil project at Bunnerong. The meeting, attended by officials from Treautrr and Wh & Ac, reviewed the investigation into feasibility and potential recommendations. The group plans to travel to New York in September to discuss further steps and confirm equipment readiness for the Pyrmoak project.

London C Cramer Aydney County Council Treautrr Wh & Ac New York Crarger Belle Availabe

Acting Director of War Memorial to Take New Post

The Acting Director of the War Memorial, Ian Jaye, will soon be relieved and assume a new appointment in the Department of Teumigram. For the past years he has worked on Australian war records and the War History of Australia, including the 1916-18 period.

Ankit EvOtt WAR Memorial Take New Aprsian War Memorial A. i Jaye Teumigram Drrtie Sanat Australia

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