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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 31, 1948

Page

2

Untitled stage review and cast notes

A fragmented theatre review highlights performances by Norman Lind, Georgina rin kartan, and Helen, Nagine Mary Pareden in a staging labelled Monaro. It notes strong acting from Retbars ertae and Urovellere, with praise for the ensemble and the overall mood of the production despite imperfect prose and OCR errors.

Norman Lind Nor Larson Monaro Wight Way Georgina Rinkartan Bill Siretton Helen Nagine Jim Cavasagh Jameson

Legacy Benefited by Button Day

Canberra will benefit by more than £300 in one at Khe moat ayoornaiul button di Sold ld Oe Present Ur. 6, IV). yeu Buttons were wid by the Le ics Auxiliary, departmental typlats Carougi thoi omicem, and throughout service-related ments, rt dsuang canperre residents for their support, Mr. Bolly aaid Be amount will go towarde toca rommitzenia which amount be more than £1000 annually.

Canberra Y Khe ‘Moat

Britain Gift Sparked by Australian Taxpayers Support

The Prime Minister announcements reveal Australia will contribute £10 million to Britain for the current financial year. The decision, supported by Australian taxpayers, follows a prior £26 million gift and aims to aid Britain during wartime and economic pressures while strengthening imperial ties and migration support.

Greyhound Club Fined For Evading Rationing

Fines of £200 were imposed on the Greyhound Club for rationing evasion. The notice references £300 penalties on various acts linked to the club’s carnival at Clarence River area, with details tied to the county council and authorities.

Greyhound Club Wach Troee Nugne Rece Ph Breaoratn Wes Ancherr Itegerald Maurman Clarence” Hivar Gor

Disputed Building Workers Union Registration Question

An arbitration case concerns the Building Workers Industrial Union with a dispute over job allocations at Manowal. The Waterfront Secretary objected to a proposed inquiry and the matter was before the Conciliation Commissioner.

Sydney Building Workers Industrial Union Congialastoner Jony Dwyer B.W

United Nations Appeal Mentioned in Fragmented Canberra Item

A damaged clipping references the United Nations Children’s Appeal and a Canberra weather note. The text is garbled with stray phrases such as London, Angliah, and a time placeholder, yielding no clear single event or outcome.

Gail Officials Sleep in Cars at Railway Station

Thy Gh Teme, manager of new South Weales Pallvrays and four others from Meliala, staying in Cayterre during travel, faced limited hotel options as rail staff and journalists sought housing. Many officials and reporters had to arrange shelter in nearby Queanteyan after all inns and guest rooms filled.

GAIL Se New Routh Weales Pallvrays A. J. Dennine Har Mleiala Vielking Soustretica Banarasia Nei Ak Rotel Cayterre Inntels Gue Roum Queanteyan

Economic Loss in Road Accidents Figures Reported

In Sydney figures show motor vehicle losses estimated at £10 million amid policy debates on the Australian Fund Battery Convent. Road traffic registrations rose across the Commonwealth while sanctions and injuries declined. Officials cite uniform outlay near £100,000 and a potential economic loss of £200,000, noting Australia’s trade with New Zealand and the United Kingdom.

Sydney Alstealia Auetzaiian Fond Batery Cownett Wielmied Lin Eaters Marly

Doys Rescund by MLA on Promenade Rescue

Doys rescued by MLA after falling into water near Wollongong Promenade. Mona Ames Thoms seven and Nout Emart four are named among those in distress. A bystander, D Crom Ali, heard screams and dived into the water to help. Both children were brought home safely with no injuries reported.

Wollongong Monaames Thoms Nout Emart D. Crom Ali

Fragmented state plea on industrial allegations unclear

Incoherent text suggests a state facing industrial allegations with financial implications. A financier comment hints at fraud or misrepresentation. The article mentions a date near month end but details are garbled and names are unreadable.

Withdrawal Demand Amid Alleged Allegiances Shake

The Feder Director of the Associated Chamber warns of withdrawal amid accusations of withheld goods and price manipulation by Wind Watton’s manufacturers. The piece criticizes ministers and officials for gossip and defends reputations amid a public dispute over integrity in Austrian business circles.

Atawatacbarees le Widasi Phile Finnan Australien Sanufa Steibetorm Witanalaing Ierita de Sau Rimasalf

Montgomery Opens Legacy Week Amid War Era Echoes

The article reports on Montgomery opening Legacy Week with a message from a wartime era leader. He warns of difficult times, urges unity of the British Commonwealth, and praises empire pioneers who built a strong future through discipline and service.

Sroner Monaay

Dutch Queen to Abdicate Dutch Queen to Abdicate

A garbled notice reports the Dutch Queen abdication and a ceremonial display with tri colour flags. It mentions Gurun Wilhelming and retirement since May 13 as part of a celebration plan.

Londor Sconaxy Dlas Wiifold Gurun Wilhelming Gen. x Wisearth Torday Netherlands

New Post Office Planned for Kingston Area

Fragmentary notice reports a Kingston project for a new post office. Details are unclear due to OCR damage but indicate planning and construction activity with references to brick work and a possible larger facility.

Kingston

Australia’s Gift of £10 Million to Great Britain

Australia pledges a further £10 million to Britain in the current financial year with provisions for 1948 49. The Budget aims to balance expenditures while introducing indirect tax reductions, pensions rises, and endowment rate improvements. Prime Minister Chifley notes Australia’s stake in shared European recovery amid dollar discussions with the United States and other nations.

Australia Great Britain Ommonwasith Britain Latour Uil Aviations Punito Peevanta Caniour Hie Buda House of Oprientativon Caurua Pillan London United States Chifley Mr. Chiffey Chifey

Employers Must File Returns of Compensation

The Department of the Interior invites employers to revise Regulation XO governing compensation. The rule requires every employer to furnish Form D by a prescribed deadline. Penalties apply for failure to comply. Copies of Form D are available at the Interior Department branch in Acton and at local stores in Kingston.

Department of the Interior Regene Eine I Interior Acton Casiberca Btorex Kingston

Renovations At Albert Hall Incomplete Text

Fragmentary OCR notes outline plans for Albert Hall renovations including repairs and new curtains. Mentions interior work and laying additional floor panels. Details are unclear due to garbled transcription.

Bible Society Disputation At St Pauls Church

Announcement outlines a public disputation hosted by the Bible Society at St Pauls Church of England Water Park Methodist Church and others. Speakers include A W Stuart BA and local ministers, with addresses around the town and a focus on Christian unity and doctrinal questions.

A.W. Stuart Atral'Es Chand Ter Arthur Circle Orrent WGA Tomar

Tobacco growers seek price rise to salvage future

North Queensland growers withhold 160 ar of leaf until gain from higher prices is secured. Government informs Mr Pallant that growers have nearly a nine percent increase since 194K. prices rise by 60 percent in the interim. Growers say 1917 crop would have yielded 42.384 instead of 38.530 with the higher rate.

Tobacco Board North Queensland Grawere Arr Pallant Queensland

Rescue Plane Floats Injured Man From Alpine Trail

A rescue operation carried a man injured on an Alpine trail to Cooma Hospital this afternoon after a 22 mile journey by land, then air. The aircraft from Cremorne landed at Cooma for refueling and retrieved the injured man’s father, Mr. George Day, as Mount Kosciusko remains a focal point of the effort.

Aydnet Aioe Cooma Victorian Alps Kiandre @ki Gordan Kosciusko Eft Benumbes Sap Tara Mount Hothase Cremorne George Day Mount Kesctusko pStor

End to the Moth Menace in Britain Wool Debate

A British report discusses a new mothproofing process claimed to alter wool's molecular structure. Experts warn previous methods fell short, arguing this method could permanently prevent moth damage but faces skepticism and heat on practical permanence.

Bclentivta Britain Petiswa ‘Ney E. Gurter Besantive Eulann International Becitarlat Carter Andi

Wheat transport plan amid looming harvest backlog

The plan aims to move most of the wheat by the second week of November as harvests flood rail yards. Officials report 200 million bushels moved since August, with an anticipated 10 million remaining by mid November and 13 million to be cleared soon. Railways raced to recruit trucks and storage amid weather and plague damages hampering storage.

Ben Wis Stalli Canherra Dennixe Sannin Anld Ranway Une A. Bnet Trucka Tillie Newcastle Braiey A le Denniss St Erie Annes Denis Maid Damae Melaoutote Auevrallan I. &. Ghapman Aldinga Aslee Uae

New British Jet Fighter Highlights Modern Air Strength

Fragmented report on a new Hawker jet fighter, described as powerful and secretive, with mentions of Hurricanes and Typhoons in the lineage. Notes timing, official description by an unnamed source, and Britain’s aviation priorities, amid sparse readable text.

Bocke Mont Ee Wise Howe Daley

Award for war inventions gains tax free grant

Ten names from the South African region are set to receive a tax free prize of 120000 for innovations in anti mine warfare and tank detection. The Royal Commission on Armaments recommends the awards amid wartime advances including harnessing chains on tanks for mine detonation. The awards also recognize improvements in night bombing and other wartime technologies.

Dwaring Tanéminen Royal Commie Sleden Pluto Noranay

Royal Visit Schedule Incomplete Notice

Fragmented OCR item refers to a royal visit with several names partially readable including individuals likely officials or attendees. Details such as dates, places, and roles are obscured or garbled in the text. Further legible context is needed to produce a precise summary.

Rationing Scales Shrink Amid Government Stance

Fragmented notes show rationing reductions for salt and staple goods, with prices and government stance unclear. References to Xatloning and local officials imply ongoing adjustments in wartime scarcity and distribution.

Controls on sale of light vehicles and permits

Mr Ward described conditions for permit issuance and delivery of light vehicle permits. The plan aims to limit high powered vehicles, ensure enforcement readiness, and reduce the number of motorists able to obtain permits. Delivery times under current rules could stretch to two years for new applications.

Riga Ward Dafinite Condilcn Ff Hornespawar Wea Oman Ie Wall Bil de Parment Pereaha Rae North Americas

Mining for Becenan at Dedman Stirs Disputed Claims

Reader notes an unclear, fragmentary report about a Washington inquiry into American withholding of information. The text mentions authorities, alleged truth, and a response denying knowledge, with references to communists and Australis, but details are garbled and uncertain.

Becenan Dedman Walla Washington America

Wool market notes show mixed demand and price shifts

The report describes price trends and buyer activity across wool districts, with slight increases over 1948 levels in some fibers while Continental buyers were quiet. Central and Western districts posted the strongest bale quality and volume, as American buyers remained largely inactive.

Monde Central Rine Bales Orbae Bananba Rome Behall of

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