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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 09, 1944
Page
2
An obituary fragment memorializes a life and family relations. The text blends tender notices for timber operations from the Commonwealth of Australia Department of the Interior with closing dates and bidding details. It mentions Canberra and various public procurement terms and deadlines.
The forecast shows cloudy to overcast conditions with possible showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Winds shift from northeast to northwest, with cooler night lows and a mix of coastal showers. Temperatures reach a high around the 20s, with variable winds and brief improving conditions later.
Canberra based pilot Oscar Tretoan earned the Distinguished Flying Cross after heroic actions during a crash sequence near a port in England. He and his crew fought a fire and engine loss, guiding the aircraft to safety despite severe damage and failure of controls.
A Canberra Times discussion argues Allies must secure Greece and prevent armed resistance while criticizing Britain and the U S for missteps. It notes Greek ELAS influence, Italian politics, and Cordell Hull, urging stable governance and cautious intervention to avoid undermining occupied Europe.
The document notes a reappraisal of long term leases in Canberra city, with a December 13 1004 reference and impending notices for land valuations to set rents for the next twenty years. It recalls a December 13 1924 sale of leases by Richardson and Wrench Ltd and others, detailing past auction results and ongoing revaluations across Kingston shopping centre Manuka circle Braddon and other blocks.
The Minister for Agriculture commends northern growers as fodder production this season rises toward 80 000 tons from about 30 000, despite adverse conditions and shortages. The total supply will still not meet all needs, but the gain is noted as significant.
The taxpayers' association meeting in Hyddney dissolved after the president accused members of packing the council. A member named Sar T. H. Rote reportedly fled, and another attendee left amid claimed improprieties.
The University Commission reduced the admission quotas for Neyrey University for 1946 to 643 with fields listed as medicine 188, January 70, engineering 110, agriculture 30, and veterinary science 40. New England University College sets quotas in science 30 and economics 18 with agriculture 9.
Melbourne Friday reports a cabinet committee chaired by Mr Cabwatt will seek a full list of wartime department employees and the duties they perform. The survey covers War Organisation of Labour, Aled Worke Council, Labour and National Services, and Supply and Shipping as it questions whether dozens of bureaucratic posts can be cut while preserving essential duties.
The Minister for the Interior told the Welfare Council that the department backs development in Canberra and outlines postwar spending, housing hedge policies, and cooperative planning with the council. He notes manpower limits, delays in river edge work, and supports a development committee to advance future plans for Canberra.
A revision of taxation in overtime is urged by an interstay etucativn of the ACT. The vane will be placed before the Treasur er Mr. Chifley. TheEffr ror war production and incentives are noted in the discussion.
A fragmented report notes a water shortage at Bougal Supnay and discussions on government takeover of the Lackinn River by Commonwealth MOF. Mentions Homebush and federal prime minister amid garbled phrases and partial names.
A wartime reporting notes Japanese travellers denied first class on the Sydney to Perth line as Australian civilians faced delays. Officials say special carriages with reinforced windows were used for prisoners, with officers defending the arrangement amid pressure from the public and the League.
The acting Prime Minister, amid party discussions, suggested establishing committees to report on migration. The proposal, discussed last night, would be considered by the Government in the New Year and evaluated for definite action.
War officials declare a joint effort to source essential wartime materials from Australia. The Deputy Director General of War Organisation of Industry has been seconded to assist the procurement division in coordinating supplies for relief of war devastated nations.
Far seas and Vast recordings indicate a pattern shift as northerly winds renew the region. Weather data suggests a cooling trend may follow the recent heat spell with lower temperatures anticipated in the coming days.
The acting Prime Minister directed the Minister for Commerce to call conferences of primary producers at convenient intervals so the Government can gain their views on the vital problem of power and commodity welfare.
Minister for the Navy announced that Day tal H. B. Farnhom of the RAN is appointed to command the Australian Squadron with the rank of Commodore. Commodore J. A. Colina CH. is temporarily absent due to wounds from the invasion of the Philippines. Farncomb was an original FLAN cadet midshipman and served as a signal midshipman and sub-lieutenant in the last war.
Australian amateur athletes discuss allowing German and Japanese teams to compete in future Olympic sports. The Chicago Athletic Commission president signals potential welcome for Berman and Injableton, while concerns from Victorian authorities and others are noted.
Services listed across multiple churches in Advent season include Holy Communion at various times, early morning Masses, Evensong, and children's services. Parish notices reference Reverend staff, baptism, confession schedules, and a religious pageant The Quest led by Wemey Olt Com Wealey with associated activities for Girl Guides and parish groups.
A distorted church notices page lists events for the Church of England, Presbyterian, Methodist, Baptist, and other faiths. It mentions special services, Holy Communion, sermons by clergy including Rev Victor Coombes, and upcoming gatherings at St John’s, Bradden, and Braddan with dates and times scattered through a community schedule.
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