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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 03, 1945

Page

2

Unable to parse due to garbled text

Fragmented notice with unreadable OCR yields no clear event or names to summarize. The legible fragments mention a wedding or funeral context but lack coherent details.

Cable and Wireless Told to Cut Prices by British Government

A fragmented report indicates the Director General of the Mirth Pen Office in Birchall told Cable and Wireless to lower rates and improve service. The British government and Post Office had raised telegraph and telephone rules, prompting warnings that higher costs would be prevented. The statement notes staff shifts and continued facilities, with emphasis on cheaper, better service.

Bard Terre Serena A Pneleep Renmei

Industrial Chooses Apeuai in a Sunaay Ad Campaign

Industrial firms in a surprise move select Apeuai as the lead in a Sunday advertising blitz. The plan targets quick settlements and aims to restore essential services while warning of widespread layoffs. 90,000 workers face potential job losses amid the energy and railway sector disruption.

Apeuai Sunaay

Casualties Reported After Gabueter Riot in London

Casualties include an American ambulance driver and 18 police officers among 153 officers and 190 to 300 general public injured in the Gabueter riot. Authorities say 40 government vehicles were destroyed and police opened fire on rioters as a chaotic scene unfolded in London on Sunday.

London Sonday Tsidie Hitwe Pgra Furbancag Calcutte Beith Sad Ve Americas Loupe Sainoe Hile Ure Klso Govern UiDie Ocea

Soviet Chiang Cooperation Delayed Forces Move

Fragmented text indicates Soviet cooperation with Chiang Kai-shek to delay actions and extend timelines. Mentions assembling forces and personnel, civil administration shifts, and withdrawal context. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR but reference to a prolonged alliance and arms supply to China.

Manorchia Wesemeyer China

Forecasts for Tavlelands and Satinlanda

Weather forecast notes warm conditions with scattered clouds and moderate northeast to north winds. Central and northern areas may see scattered clouds and possible thunderstorms with elevated fire danger. East and northeast wind directions show light to moderate strength with no major weather events expected.

Conte Satinlanda

Canberra Weather Saturday and Sunday Summary

Weather data for Canberra shows inconsistent OCR, listing temperatures and times with several errors. Readable items indicate temperatures around 9 to 21 degrees with highs near 25 degrees and lows around 2 to 7 degrees over the two days, but many figures are garbled.

A Hint of Realism in Peace in Industry Debate

A Canberra Times opinion piece argues real progress requires government and unions to end disruptive industrial actions. It contends strikes threaten public welfare, warn of communist influence, and call for decisive government stance before any peace in industry conference.

Bhp Exaterenge Tney Seamen Minwra Ghua Gwy Commonwealth Nam

Rat Nuisance in Canberra

Health officials warn of a serious rat problem in Canberra with measures planned to curb infestation. Tactics include sealing entry points, rodent-proofing, floor and ventilation fixes, and careful fumigation debates. Trapping and baiting are advised, with emphasis on safe handling and avoiding harm to humans and pets.

Palae Moore

General Sir Thomas Blaney Receives Welcome at Government House

A garbled dispatch notes General Sir Thomas Blaney arriving at Government House Milbourne on Batui 4ny, amid ceremonies marking his visit. The damaged text references his role as Commander in Chief and the event on 24 Die rotteament, suggesting formal reception by local officials.

Thomas Blaney Govornment Hous Milbournn Batui Cnter

Constable Brosnan Retires After Long Commonwealth Service

Constable Ed ward Brosnan retires after years with the Commonwealth police, noted as a long-serving member. The article mentions early membership in the force, service in Canberra and Port Moresby, and a wartime period, with a Police Association farewell planned for Tuesday night.

Commonwealth Potios Edward Ted") Brosnan Arwman Wealth Police Force Commonwealth Police Pee Larch Mila Ayevicn Canberra Saa Jervis Ray Port

Fire Prevention Week Opened by Governor General

The Governor General inaugurated Fire Prevention Week to stress dangers of fire and need for prevention. The Duke spoke in support and the event runs as officials call for citizen awareness of fire risks and responsibility.

Wehra DAW Buke

C P S Clerical Association Annual Report and Changes

The Commonwealth Public Service Clerical Association branch records annual reports and balance sheet. Major General J E B Svevens formerly in command of the Sixth son accepts a Public Service Board of Commonwealths position. The president vacates for C J ONeill of the Parliamentary Library. Membership reported at 33 percent with a 21 strong honour roll. Branch funds total £818 including bank and Commonwealth Bonds with interest.

Commonwealth Public Service Clerical Association J. EB. F. Svevens Dao ALA Wadde Public Service Board Com Tulaalonds Woltemaberger C.J. Onei Parliamentary Meure Reeve Department of the Interior Treemarer G. B Beebe Honter Wad Lind Swan Swan |Conirerde Jaimembita Parces Ince Anh Et Bank Commonwealth Benda

Demand for Fair Rations Sparks Army Officers Controversy

In Sydney and at a state level the issue of pampering high ranking army officers is raised. The president calls for an impartial inquiry into food supplies and rations for other ranks, noting unequal allowances. A key figure indicates that special favors in rank undermine essentials of life and merit investigation.

Sydney Bunda Storion Med. C Hgill Nycesaities L Ife Fculla Addvu Neagle

Tidal Wave Victims Recovered After Major Quake

A chaotic report states 45 victims of a recent tidal wave at a quake site near At Site warthquie. The event, said to be linked to the Father Dream region between Xarwoh and Bouvey, is described as the heaviest quake in 96 years.

Quetth Fundey Jk Wm Warthquie Xarwoh Bouvey TK la

Duke and Duchess of Gloucester Visit Scaled Back by Coal Shortage

Government House announced that a planned royal train stop in Victorias country towns is reduced due to a coal shortage. The original plan to feed power from their train to a centre may be dropped, limiting visits to towns with airfields or within a reasonable driving distance from Melbourne.

Duchess Gloucester Government House al Goa Airfielda

Personal Mra W A Riddell to Visit Canberra

Mrs Riddell wife of the Canadian High Commissioner to New Zealand will arrive in Canberra tomorrow Tuesday for a short visit. The narrative notes her relation to Ray Wh Bordon who wrote under the pen name Malph Casper and was a notable Canadian writer.

Mra W. A. Riddell Canada New Zealand Canberra Uomorrow Aviast Canaan Re Davie Riddell Ray Bordon Malph Casper

Hopeful Signs of Native Cooperation in Sumatra

Report from Padang sketching a meeting between local leaders and officials, noting a stated willingness to cooperate with British occupation and discuss informal talks on economic tasks. The piece references unrest, evacuations, and violent incidents across Sumatra as Dutch, Eurasian, and Indonesian factions clash and British forces oversee operations.

Sumatra Padang Metin Indonesian Nationaliat Sham Kutch Ene

Drive Against Hotels Sparks Government Warnings

A chaotic report alleges planned raids against hotels across Sydney and rural areas as authorities crack down on liquor shortages. Officials warned hotelkeepers to stock adequate supplies and warned of heavy penalties for breaches. A NSW MLA and union secretary rebut claims of bottle shortages and called for rational measures before Christmas.

Sydney Munday Customs Department Jean Utah Ofca J. L. Geraghty Lee A. Lande Bike A Minaliha Glass Workers Union J. Keawagy

Spirit of co operation urged for world peace

Sydney reports a speech by Lord Allanbrookey urging full co operation to secure final victory and prevent a return to war. The speaker emphasizes unity, wartime resolve, and the need for continued effort to achieve world peace despite setbacks.

Sydney Weberve Feiy

Germans Do Atom Research in Spain

About 100000 Germans, including 30000 Nazi experts, have allegedly adopted Spanish nationality and are engaged in Falangist bomb research centers in Albacete, Madrid, and Barcelona. Under director Muu Muller, they reportedly pursue methods for awakening atomic bombs with inexpensive, improvised equipment per BBC Condon report.

Spain Manyare Yarivud Albacete Tied Barcelona Jr Muu Muller Br BB Condon

Stolen Fire Funds Found Near Rocks By Boys

A party of boys found nine items near rocks at Hay Bay after a theft. The missing funds, once 4100 in value, were opened and money scattered. A truck parked at the bay entrance was noted. authorities mention a detainee named Delithed and a nearby liney in connection with the incident.

Sydney Sauday Aie Cnet Orune

Chairman Denies Communion Broadcast Under Government Direction

The chairman, Mr. Mow, was asked about allegations that the Communion broadcasts were steered by government guidance. EJ Harrison, cited as a party, asserted there was no foundation for claims that the Complacian’s talks, including anti-Tritiah material, were used to push propaganda or that the broadcasts were directed by state authorities.

Sydney Tionday ABC Cppoa Trad Uhre EJ Harrison Wee Mow Tomagh Marzixon Moses Union Tate ‘Thor Comrplacion Sam Arve

Test Tubs Babies and the Evolving View on Artificial Insemination

A century ago American medical debate centered on artificial insemination and its ethics. Professor Maye argues the husband must consent before treatment, while others deem the practice moral or immoral regardless of consent, reflecting early tensions in reproductive medicine and medical authority.

Bydrey Amierica Ganic Rydney Sorin Maye Wosband BMA Munter

Momentous Conference of United Nations Opens in London

The United Nations Conference in London opens with speeches urging a new world order built on goodwill. Two committees will handle economic financial questions and humanitarian cultural issues. Delegates discuss postponing short term elections to the International Court of Justice to allow thorough selection. disagreements arise among nations over course and method.

London Tony Willem Toomenicas Bevia Versailles United Kingdom United Nations’ ‘Organization Dana International Court of Justice Russia Caschochivalela Islavio Norway Danmark Venens Welt China Brasil Belgium Ukfale de Philippiqee United Nations

Canberra Girl Served with WAafs Through War

A damaged wartime story recounts a Canberra girl who served with WAafs during the conflict. It notes movements between locations Wemblay and Honey, with references to events near England and Adeny, including dates and shifting custody of a bike and items. The fragmentary text preserves names and places while offering limited clear context.

Atlee Wemblay St ‘Ald Honey Inara England Aydiney

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