Temporary appointments in public service await applicants
The Commons public services invite applications for temporary appointments under wartime employment acts. Roles require experience and qualifications in phonophysact and war service, with adherence to provisional terms and conditions. Applications are to be addressed to 119 Phillip Street before September 290, 1044.
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Conain
Commonsrasitts
Officarepee
Parma
Fas
Phillip Street
Eptember
Gowrie Scholarships 1918 Commonwealth Offers Grants
Scholarships available to Commonwealth members for study at main university or secondary school. Applicants must be male and female Commonwealth Purves who served in BAC or related areas. Forms obtainable from Abe Trastacs with details on type of scholarship and exact application request due by March and December 1918.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stracamions
Srv
Tos Ragivrat
Otti Austra
Snd University
Atnl- Mar
Bac
Pasara
Education Office vacancies seek officers and managers
A wartime style recruitment notice lists several Education Office positions, including Education Officer and Senior Education Officer, with salaries and duties in research, administration, and education policy. It calls for graduates with professional training, international experience, and strong research skills. Also advertised are a cleaning role and a bicycle delivery need in Acton and Canberra Times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pny
Grace
Tam
Renee
Bern
Raslat
Lae
Sasa Srl
Tonle Jae Cing
Benior
Asia
Activatien
Cverumas Education
Guanticatianal University
Tanebloge Penta
Informastien
Dodes
Baldry
The
Omics
Accommodation Wanted for Young Couple in Need of Homes
A brief notice requests suitable housing for a young married couple. It seeks a ready-to-move-in residence, preferably in a calm area, with access to essential amenities and public services. Respondents are urged to provide details and contact information.
Lion fares to service members traveling in uniform
A fragment states that discounted or special fares for members of the armed forces traveling in uniform are being considered or granted, with exclusions for those returning from combat. The note references service members and travel arrangements but is incomplete.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conces
Om Jetve
Mixed Doubles Tournament Set by Canberra Club
The ICTOMIA LEAGUE in Canderr AINMLOE TENNIS CLA members are notified the club will hold a mixed doubles tournament on Sunday open to members only. An event to entertain Joan Hammond at Hotel Canberra on a Wednesday. Department of the Interior notices call mentors and public notices for station matters. June, auctions, and inquiries from Woodgerson Calthorpe Ltd Canberra address details.
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Fintree Lowe
Joan Hammond
Borningham
Canberra
Witt
Department OF the
Cing
Pam
Farmieta
Amall
Adiscent
Casiberen
Apectanata
Cinasen
Nauranes
Apenta
Ane Aasurance Co
Mutual Life and
Citinena’ Ansurance Co
Woodgers
Calthorpe Ltd
Public Hall Hire Requests Sought for Canberra Quarter
Notices from the Department of the Interior invite applications to hire the backLuga of Ainslie Hall in Canberra for the October to December quarter. Applicants must submit to the Assistant Secretary by 12 September 1940 for consideration.
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Albert Mall
GENCE
Ste
Tiraich
Department of the Interior
backLuga
Ainslie
Gotaber
Canberra
da Carrodus
Braddon Bail Court Sets Premayters and Cake Contest
Chaotic note reports Braddon bail for a group of pre-mayters including Chung Fall Wbe aeld and Fawk. saturday events highlight a power without butter upload, a cake competition, and paring prizes. Aral and aer participants receive unspecified prizes in a local scene with unclear details.
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Braddon
Membership tests shape United Nations accession standards
Analysis outlines three core criteria for UN membership: an independent state status, wartime conduct and alignment with enemy actions, and the ability to uphold UN principles through diplomatic relations. It argues that even without full diplomatic ties, future actions must align with the world body’s pattern, underscoring the high value placed on membership to strengthen global order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nf Asi
United Nations Organisation
Atinex
Ueir
World Order
United Nations
Lo Russie
Aitonen
World Organization
Weber State
Shaw
League Nations
Try
Failed in India after local exam in Sydney
A muddled report notes that 18 Australians returning from India faced a repeated examination in Sydney after being subjected to actions by a Bridal Army. Many failed again, with only four succeeding, amid unclear details of who initiated the testing and the dates involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Commissiona
Monawal
Tly
Mide
Sorgoanta
Austalle
India
Canberra Weather Report fragment from 1910s data
Fragmentary Canberra weather note records 3 pm temperatures with 9 am and 3 pm readings, including a 41F morning temperature and a 20F to 18.8F range, plus wind around 18 mph. The text is garbled with nonstandard characters and stray phrases, but preserves core meteorological figures for one day.
New Pork Prices for Act
Prices Commission revises pork prices set to take effect Monday after confusion over minimum pricing. Act long prices listed for various cuts including best loin and shoulder, with per pound figures and warnings to butchers to verify authorized rates.
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Prices Commission
Fricsa ‘Commission
Forecast and coastal radar report from distant naval area
Weather bulletin notes cool to mild day temperatures across districts with isolated fogs and variable wind. Southwest to south winds expected on higher terrain with strong northwest gusts near coast. brief rain not ruled out in parts. Coastal defense exercise off Cyprus involves London cruiser and aircraft carrier Cheah.
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Rousheaten
Mhowire
Winda
Brat
Wrath
Cyprim London
Priday
Cheah
Inflation and productivity drive postwar recovery circular
A wartime era circular argues for higher real investment and upgraded management to raise output. It cites the need to reduce government spending, ease controls, cut taxes, and incentivize labor toward greater productivity to combat inflation and restore purchasing power and export vitality.
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Bydsey
Bank of New
Monte
Tee Tiania
Misteriaie
Rik Ndartalen
P. Howering
State Adopts Coal Law Without Amendment
The Legislative Assembly adopted the coal industry bill without amendments after an all night session. The joint Commonwealth and State control of mining movements was praised, with public applause briefly interrupted by a clapping incident. The bill directs a tribunal to determine if a person is favored or not and outlines penalties for abstaining or improper voting.
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Rydney
Legislative Assembly
Commonwealth
Wenstwentayrmoat
Freetil
Gea Indust
Shell
Mirco
Constables Bet Trial On Robbery Charges in Melbourne
In Melbourne City Court Constable Ronald Maxwell Binith was sent for trial on two charges of robbery with violence and one charge involving an indecent act. Constable Leo O'Dwyer was discharged on certain counts amid argon claims.
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Melbourne
Ronald Maxwell Binith
Leo O'Dwyer
Thieving From Looming Canberra Projects
Precautions at Canberra construction sites reveal widespread theft by black market operators. Valuable items like copper, pipes, taps, iron, timber, and petrol have vanished from sites, with some goods stored overnight and security locks forced open. Forty-plus items reported missing across several sites, as authorities investigate.
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Canberra
Rydney
Dr Evatt Voices Views On Paris Talks Progress
Dr Evatt reviews progress of Paris peace talks in WYCINET report. He says veto power hinders workable Eastern Commission, warns world war could resume if Italy defeat issues persist. He argues Australia should resist treaty terms affecting leadership in the Pacific and stresses partnerships with India, Russia, and other powers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Evatt
Paris
Fir Kwatt
Sar Eastern Commission
Ciritain
Mumia
United States
China
Femeindar
Grestaatien
Australia
Pacific
India
Atelaya
Russia
Canberra pensioners to receive twilight cottages project
A Canberra committee led by Moss Conmnitter proposes small scale twilight cottages for elderly and invalid pensioners. Architect Ken Oliphant to supervise cottage construction while seeking public interest and donations. About 80 pensioners may need housing. council members urged community backing and contact details shared.
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Canberra
Moss
Ak Lash
Heart
Ken Oliphant
Akbenet
Derry
Giemacivenrman
W. Crawfird
Ancartale
Bruce
Kingston Cafes Seek Greater Food Ration Quotas
Canberra cafe proprietors plan to seek representation for extra food coupons amid 100 per cent quota for a Civic Centre cafe. They argue increased Kingston population and services require more casual meals. The group notes wartime service burden and urges equitable distribution across districts.
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Kingston
Canberra
Civic Cetra
Civic Centre
Pears
Pears Uinien
Civic
Kingatun
Toeale
Lady Gowrie
AE le
Tiver
Tealdenta
Kingsion
Milner
Eats
Chamber of Commarcn
Waterloo murder suspect surrenders to police
A man linked to a Waterloo murder walked into Cent ral police station on a Friday afternoon and surrendered, leading detectives to an alleged shooting at Walnut Kent. The suspect, said to be aided by a brother, was described as a person of interest in the death of Marjorie Wore and Albert Frederic Wilass Dams.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rydney
Walnut Kent
Oy Ia
Centra
Marjorie
Albert Frederic Wilass Dams
Nina
Federal City Express Schedule Summary
Schedule fragment for Federal City Express appears garbled with partial phrases and missing clear events. No complete timetable or route details readable to extract a coherent item or entities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federal City Express
Liberals Tax Plan Offers Give and Take
A garbled report outlines a Liberal tax proposal described as give and take with concessions. It mentions a prime minister, a senatorial figure, and figures around 2.8 million, plus plans affecting income and family provisions, though the text is highly unclear and fragmentary.
Prices of Sprang Trap Too Soon
Fragmented copy references prices, a trap, and a government or legal context. It mentions Sydney and Justice, with unclear names and dates. The readable portions suggest a report on prices or costs affecting a trap or device and a potential appeal or legal action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Fritey
Pawan Meenair Special Federat Gonart
Church Services and Schedule Mix at St Pauls Manuka Parish
Fragmented notes show St Pauls Manuka and nearby churches listing morning Holy Communions and addresses by Rev T and Misetor Harring. Evening services appear plus notes on May and a small collection total of 0.20. Local secular items are interwoven and unclear.
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St Paul's Manuka
Ste Atage Union
Rav
Wee Ing
Misetor Harring
Church of Mt. Andrew
Porreit
Giuraday
Roma
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