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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 11, 1945

Page

2

Wartime Public Service Training and Administration Notices

In wartime job notices the Commonwealth solicits applicants for directorial and administrative roles in land management and rural training. The postings outline required experience, salary ranges, and duties in monitoring land elements, agricultural programs, and the administration of relief and loan schemes under wartime acts.

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Minister Colwell announces health government plans in intercontinental talks

Melbourne report states the Minister for Information Mr Colwell outlined a health government programme and a Burns report response. He claimed the program would include aid measures for widows and families, with guarantees of passage money and five years support for those affected, while noting the broader international interlude in the talks.

Colwell Vin Camron Burney Arramre Monte Vighima Manter Australia

No decision yet on referendum

Fragmented text reports no firm position on a referendum. The snippet mentions awaiting cabinet meeting on 17 and possible powers, with uncertain timing for a decision on a broader telecommunication reform and commonwealth governance.

Hervices Commonwealth

Forecasts for Coast and Highlands Weather Update

Weather forecast pieces describe inland and coastal conditions with cloud cover and warm temperatures. Winds shift from northeast to southeast, with light to moderate activity across highland regions and nearby towns.

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Industrial conflict and the need for regional power development

December discussion on using law enforcement and strategic resources to prevent brigandlike mine disruptions. It argues industrial stoppages threaten Australia’s economy, urges electricity supply expansion and regional resource development as the main defense against future industrial warfare.

Driganda Gun Point Australia New South Wales

Princess Margaret Seen At Windsor Castle

Princess Margaret arrives at Windsor Castle accompanying the King Queen and Prince Edward after recovering from an appendectomy. Royal party traveled from Buckingham Palace, with headlines noting the return to royal duties.

Princess Margaret Windsor Castle Lorpon Monitay Margaret Fosse Mhickingham Palace Princeas Eluabein

Roll of Honour for Patrick Curtin RAAT 14 pow presumed dead

Nouitentie aa ween yerelved by Mr and Mrs tk Gertie of Abel Danbayre. P/O Curtin was 20 years old and on 24 December 1942 near Pyorehelin when his unit was attacked by German forces. He worked for the Department of Supply before enlisting and served as an operational navigator with the 30 S MALT unit. Educated at Queanbeyan and joined the TLAAP on his 18th birthday. Known in Canberra sporting circles as a capable footballer with Queanbeyan and Ainslie, his family mourns deeply.

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Sydney Mayor Selection Contest In Civic League

Sydney Monday Alderman RJ Bartley a former Alderman detated the present holder for the position for next year four Aldermen backed Bartley and he was chosen as the candidate at today’s Civic Union League meeting paving the way for his future appointment by the council.

Sydney RJ. Bartley Mavilla Flarding Barley Ila Civic Beton League

Minister Keehe’s Policy Plans Reported by Senate

An unclear report notes the minister’s stance on tanks and policy, mentioning Senator Keare and a possible departure from Auatzplla. The account references an incident, pretense, and a high level discussion of defense and empire policy as part of ongoing political moves.

Fo iBanabor Keare

Education Plan At Canberra High School Workshop Focus

The annual report discusses a year pioneering a core system for first year pupils. It describes compulsory subjects including arts, home science, and technical studies, plus a preparatory year to ease transitions. It notes peace education, accommodation needs, social events, and wartime efforts and memorials, highlighting Headmaster A D Watson's leadership.

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Montgomery Refutes Red Generals Charges

The report outlines Montgomery refuting charges amid debate over sources and troop deployments. It cites Zhukov’s memorandum, Russian and American perspectives, and details Allied positions on German forces, enemy personnel, and the proposed administration in Paris and Berlin. A long, contested exchange highlights tensions between Britain and the United States over postwar control and strategy.

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No state request to ban reds record

Fragmentary note cites Chifley Ake and MW requesting action to ban the Communist Party. Mentions export from XBW Primer OM MeXety and monthly report last week. Details unclear with garbled terms and multiple acronyms.

REDS Chifley Ake Perty

Engine defect in Duke plane leads to repair delay

Fragmented report describes a defect in the engine of a plane intended to carry the Duke of Cleuneater to Warrmarmboat and Partition. Another machine faced issues near the minister for a year, hindering landing at Hamilton and sending a windward twin to Warrmumbool amid chemical industry expansion in Capetown. The chairman of Imperial Chemical Industries arrived to investigate expansion needs in South Meies.

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Big Reductions in Commonwealth Departments

A detailed report to Prime Minister Chifley outlines major reductions across Commonwealth departments following wartime activity. It cites totals of civilian staff cuts, projected year end savings, and potential further reductions across ministries including Labour, National Service, and Supply and Shipping, with figures for peak employment and postwar intentions.

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Opposition Grows to U S Loan Offer Affects UK Debate

London reports a fierce campaign against a proposed Anglo American loan. The Daily Bull notes many urge rejection while arguing that Britain could have faced a dangerous fallback. It says negotiations in America failed and warns of a sterling dollar clash if pursued.

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Four DROWNED IN EOLLIMION AT SEA NEAR SOUTHAMPTON

Four men perished when a liner collided with a tow, trapping three below and sending others overboard. One man reportedly jumped but could not swim as the vessel sank near Southampton during a Royal Mail passage.

London Royal Mall

Not Prisoners Change Camp View Questioned Surrender Terms

An Army Judge Advocate Seminar debates whether the British capitulation in Singapore equated to unconditional surrender. The discussion centers on a contested document outlining surrender terms, including hostilities cease, weapons handover, and troop demobilization, with references to General Percival and Japanese timing.

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Building plans setback across Commonwealth States

The Commonwealth States move to curb a rising indebt cycle faces delays as a dispute unfolds. Chief effects hit the display projects with withholding of funds and cement production in Victoria. Tasmania and Victoria supply small shiva units to bridge gaps while authorities assess ongoing programs amid contractor engagement across NSW.

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Governor General Message from Henry Union Era

A damaged OCR fragment presents a Governor General message to the Crown. It references loyalty to the government and people of the Commonwealth and asks for the Majesty to be prepared to reign, noting a ceremony or anniversary context. Names and exact titles are unclear due to garbling.

Henry

Sworfish Holed Launch and Crime Briefs

A crowded ship launch report notes a large hole in the wall and three injured aboard. In lawyers news, a young woman faces a theft charge of 5700 pounds from a former employer, with bail set and daily reporting. A Soviet player recruitment note mentions a Ringland club seeking talent for 11000 pounds, per the Daily Telegraph.

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