This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 37 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 11, 1946
Page
4
Fragmentary report notes Australia may consider a loan to France but there is little likelihood at the moment. French Minister to Australia A Pierre Auge comments on credit prospects and indicates partial returns of Fenice’s original ether.
Cabinet yesterday extended Mr. Thorpe main term as chairman of the Commonwealth Public Service Board from January 4, 1947, to March 1947. Prime Minister Mr. Chifley announced the selection to succeed Thorpe, who had been serving in the role.
Mr J P Breen, previously defeated at the polls, is appointed Trade Commissioner in the Madie east. The cabinet acted yesterday with the Prime Minister and Mr Hyland in play, while Hyland is noted as serving with the Australia High Commissioner in Britain.
A protracted debate in the Upper House over abolishing the Legislative Council ends with a 1.80 am adjournment. Opponents warn votes in hospital galleries will be registered, and a division is expected as the required support remains unresolved.
The arbitration court failed to compel parties to comply with rulings as Judge Foeter retired and the case adjourned to a date after the New Year. The proceedings touched on fair bargaining, worker-employer power, and economic growth impacts on wages and capital reserves.
A garbled notice from Queansland Union announces a deferral of a ban at TOWNAVILLE. The text is unreadable in parts but indicates planned operations along a coastal route and mentions Labour Counc, Sapone, and local managers.
The shore patrol aided in the disposal of mines along the quayside coast near Cairne. Mr Riordan stated the patrol worked with four vessels and two boats, reporting late on the incident at Rusegil Head ten miles south of Cairne yesterday afternoon.
A Sydney newsroom brief reports tensions at abattoirs with an industrial dispute. The item notes no retirement reached and mentions a shift from 80 to 69 in a local measure. The piece references a Scottish inquiry and police investigators traveling to Melbourne in a separate context.
The forecast calls for mild weather with moderate afternoon winds across the region. Temperatures rise to comfortable levels with lower humidity and scattered clouds. No significant precipitation expected, with conditions suitable for outdoor activities and travel.
Fragmentary report notes weather in Canberra with unclear timing and measurements. Mentions 8 pzo and 7POIT inches but lacks complete context or verification for forecast or impact.
A cautious assessment notes Australia benefits from high prices and a favorable trade balance with foreign markets yet warns these are not permanent. The piece highlights Britain and France as key trading partners, Australia’s overseas balances, and the need to review foreign trade policies to sustain demand for capital goods and avoid losing customers.
Canberra workers brought to assist the home building project petitioned the Minister after alleging poor mess conditions. Medical Superintendent Dr Nott said lunches were unappetising and low in value for a working man and urged an official investigation.
Testimony continues against 29 German doctors and a minister charged with brutal mistreatment at Lee Ravenabruck camp. Witnesses describe forced inspections, removal of clothing, and punishment cells with starvation and cold deprivation for weeks.
The United States sent a second note to the Soviet government urging settlement of the 12,000 million dollar lend-lease loan. Moscow has not replied. The October note requested negotiators to Washington. Informally Moscow said it lacks interpreters or staff to proceed.
Vice Regal attended the graduation ceremony at the Royal Military College Duntroon yesterday afternoon. The governor general and the Duchess of Ian Center were present and a highness presented trophies.
John Probyn, noted Australian baritone, will travel abroad to continue vocal studies and perform in Canberra music taverns. He appears with the Tarloea Park School Choir under G A Levy at the Albert Hall tonight. The choir, led by Tempen Parke School Choir, will present a varied programme from English folk songs to Wagner arias. Terry Wynn and Graham Blackman accompany.
The Prime Minister announced Cabinet approval for the Health Ministry to invite applications for eight senior pathologists and eight bio chemists to join the Commonwealth Health Department beginning 1947. Authority was granted to appoint four additional biochemists as well.
The Commerce Ministry announced a wheat stabilisation plan with a maximum contribution of 3/2 bushel per unit and an 8/0 rate, tied to export prices for 1946 47. If export prices fall below 0.8 the deduction adjusts automatically, affecting growers’ payments and fund buildup.
Cabinet yesterday decided to repel the National Registration Act noting it unnecessary for peace time planning. The Defence Committee reported no relevant information needed for man power planning under normal peace conditions could be provided. The Prime Minister emphasized parliament’s stance on the issue.
The Duke of Gloucester sent a message of heartfelt congratulations and loyalty on the tenth anniversary of the King’s accession. The government and people of the Commonwealth extend their warm regards and best wishes to Your Majesty.
The Foreign Office rejected a Moscow paper's claim that Britain sought a revival of German militarism and conquest. A London spokesman said Britain had no intent to revive militarism and that policy aims to promote democracy, not expand aggression.
Cabinet announced plans to complete demobilisation by February 15, discharging as many nonvolunteer servicemen as possible while excluding certain medical and technical personnel. Those discharged by that date include men unable to continue service after February 19, with rehabilitation advice to be provided at designated centers. Prime Minister Chifley named Major Coote as Services Liaison Officer for Demobilisation following Brigadier Poll’s resignation.
A 30 year old woman, Mrs. Munys Kale of Armonton, suffered a terrifying ordeal when her right leg became caught in an elevator shaft. She hung upside down for an hour before release at the Flindara Bizeet building. She was admitted to hospital.
Sydney Tuesday report notes a local RSPCA issue involving Mors Bickerings. No further details available from readable text.
Government agencies back a program to develop new farm machinery for Australian conditions. Prime Minister Carney noted progress reports and a required yearly funding of 100000 for development. State Agriculture departments support principles to expand private and public cooperation, testing, and extension services to farmers.
At the annual conference the Parliamentary Leader Mr Wadden warned the Labour Government showed striking evidence of incompetence in national duties. He urged reduced taxation, state purchase of surplus, and farm support to restore rural industries and ensure fair labour conditions compared with city workers.
The Trades and Labour Council will interview the Minister for Labour and Industry tomorrow about implementing a 40 hour week for government employees and workers in industry generally. This follows the Arbitration Court’s approval of the principle of a 40 hour week.
The Trusteeship Committee, after long debate, rejected the Soviet plan for fortification provisions. It backed an American proposal for General Assembly discussion and Security Council veto controls, while recognizing no state waived rights in future amendments.
Madrid reports General Franco railing against foreign interference during a rally before the National Palace. He accused communism of dividing Europe, claimed Spain faced no clash with their own interma le, and denounced international powers as enslaving the world. About 300,000 attended, many with pro France and anti Republic banners.
Country Party MPs report wheat farmers alarmed by the Stabilisation Act passed by the Commonwealth Parliament. Wimmera farmer W Time notes many calls from concerned growers about price effects. Farmers nationwide contributed over £10,000 to fund the case, including £5,000 from Western Australia, to be heard before the High Court.
A West London court sentenced actor Vivian Leigh to six months for assault involving Lawrence Ctvier and two officers. The hearing, held at Canaan Court, noted the defendant’s conduct along Merritt parkway in Connecticut was part of the case, while a separate ban on foreign patera warhington was mentioned in the report.
In Sydney on Tumday the Wien Court granted the Commonwealth leave to appeal a Full Court ruling that awarded 247 to Peter Lawrence Wenn a former HAAR officer in a deferral pay dispute. The appeal rests on Air Force regulations from 1943 affecting deferred pay and interest, with Chief Justice Sir John Latham noting the case raises significant questions in Crown pay law.
Premier McKell said he would examine the question of statutory salary increases not raised for many years Responding to Mr Vasa he noted some salaries have not been increased since time immemorial He asked for percentage increases across all statutory salaries integrated in Queensland
Fragmentary report shows a drop in cheese output over a five month period with production figures around 316,06 boxes versus 40,081 in a prior period. The text notes a 249% tone decrease and references decreased products and supply constraints affecting dairy output.
A general strike threat surfaces as miners prepare for a mass meeting led by ME Grant, Miners' General Secretary, to decide on compensations for a dust-related miner and to set action if claims are not met. Up to next Monday, all Raith Countrainee workers may be idle amid calls to rehabilitate the industry.
The Leader of the People, Mr Bruce Pye, calls for a formal inquiry into alleged breaches of ration regulations and related charges. He asserts the probe would protect his integrity amid accusations of wrongdoing and swindling the taxation authorities.
A censure motion failed by 48 votes to 20 as opposition members pressed a challenge. Government ministers defended the action, pledging continued efforts while the Commonwealth Parliament had approved related measures.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.