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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 13, 1946

Page

4

Recital Critics Note Mixed Talent and Balletish Display

The piece describes a crowd at a Valle rennient night performance featuring Albert Wm and Mary Thomas among other performers. It mentions patterns on keys, a range of tunes and pieces like Fantasia in F Minn, Une Fees, and The Maiden Spmair, plus reactions from the audience and a downturn in attendance at Lie recital with notes on venue and post fortnight scheduling.

Bentant Primla Jrewere Valle Rennient Albert Wien Aepeano Mary Thomas Tha Fares Ater Albert Hall Besa Bethubert Spmair Mahe Rave Varia Damalcan Thomad x Supranc Ike Tie Bat Sona Cabverre

Protest Follows Breen Appointment To Trade Post

A protest was raised over the Breen appointment to the Trade Commissioner service, with critics arguing appointments must rely on merit and expertise in trade and commerce. Government officials defended the decision, citing laws on reemployment and the need to attract qualified personnel to Australia’s expanding Trade Commissioner roles.

Breen

Returned Soldier Is Dux Of Goulburn High

Returned soldier Warburton, a 34 year old veteran with four years service, is named dux of Goulburn High. The article notes his war service and honors, including leading in exams and participation in the MeNiwer Cup events.

Goulburn High Goutantan Goulburn Warburton Prima

Canberra School Vacation Play Centre Planned

A Canberra play centre to support school vacation activities will begin January 6 for a six week term. Delegations from Canberra will meet the Minister for the Interior to discuss proposals benefiting local children, with supervision by NSW National Fitness Council volunteers and local organizers. The program will include day camps, craft, excursions, dancing, and storytelling, expanding to other areas if successful.

Tha Bret Yarstion Canberra Followa Tiwea Wearaps

Customs in big haul of cigarette papers

Sydney reporters say customs seized thousands of cigarette papers from the Brilian freighter Wachade Bale. Officers found undeclared papers and packets hidden in boilers, clothing, and personal belongings among 28 Indian crew, with ranges from 20 to 100 packets. The incident suggests an elaborate contraband racket.

Sydney

Weather forecast for Southeast region with scattered storms

Forecast calls for warm conditions with frequent sun and a chance of rain showers in the afternoon. Winds from the southeast at moderate speed, with scattered thunderstorms possible later in the day across the area.

Canberra Weather Thursday Forecast Note

Weather report for Canberra indicates a 70 degree high and a 24 hour period ending with a forecast low around 25 dollars. The text is garbled with several misprints making exact times and values unclear.

Goaxtmnam News Eye

Criticism of examinations as public entertainment and its flaws

A 1940 discussion argues examinations have become a public show like a quiz. It contends the format prizes quick recall over logic, mismeasures true understanding, and undermines fair marking, while noting some brains succeed by deep thinking rather than memorized detail.

Mick

VICE REGAL Duhves Visits Canberra After Farewell Flight

The vice regal party from Chesertee with Admire Bu Jugh Binney and Cameridge entourage flew to Canberra yesterday afternoon for a farewell event marking the departure of Peamenie.

Duhves R, Vy Tae Guveenge

No Change in Queanbeyan Half Holiday

Report on the Queanbeyan half holiday poll notes low turnout with about 2200 eligible voters and criticism of the electoral roll. Voters faced confusion over eligibility rules and late roll corrections affected resident status and post voting access. An official shopkeepers' union visit and campaign were discussed amid a tense local political mood.

Govanboyan Realats Lapman Wan Rasiatanta’ Unin Dna

Conference on Native Labour to Convene in Dakar and Africa

The World Federation of Trade Unions plans a conference at Dakar at the end of January to address the condition of native workers in South Africa and the French colonies. Delegates from African centers and Arab organizations will attend, with reviews and discussions likely at the United Nations. A WT I delegation to Germany is planned for early next year. An official travels to prepare for a broader meeting in April with Japan, China, and other powers.

London Thursiar World Federation of Trade Unione Haw Dakar Africa United Nations Assembly WTI Germany Federation Japan Chine Kove Pil Pines Burch

Christmas Carols in Canberra Christmas Carols in Canberra

The second presentation in Canberra of Carols by Candlelight will be at aged thin year. A feature will be a special Christian nomenclature from Burgman Lormze Nolin with leading Sydney tenor. The programme director My Al wert Charlie auld yesterday announced an diverse ensemble of 20 to 30 players. Captain Conk Crescent will conduct with Br William Hunt Jana Wilmart on Friday December win at the Weley Mill.

Carole Smuniiatre Hima Tre Br Willan Hunt Jana Wilmart Briilay Weley Mill

Temporary Repairs Stopgap on Cooma Road Maintenance

The article notes temporary repairs on Cooma Road from Hapa to the A.C. section near the Chema Canberra area. Graders will remove corrugations and perform general repairs to prevent further deterioration until permanent work can begin. Officials cite funding, equipment, and project timing uncertainties, with officials from the Canberra Chamber of Commerce commenting on the need for enduring maintenance and the impact of current conditions on surrounding routes.

Ata Nervalurla Wales Lantilweek Canperra

Damages claimed for unlawful occupation

The Department of Interior faces damages claims for unlawful occupation of government cottages by servicemen including Kenton and Bueshue. Damages equal to rent paid were sought as tenants refused to recognize the court order. MP Alan Fraser commented on the petition as outraged. One serviceman, Burney Campbell, has lived in the area for years and faced upheaval after being forced to transfer to Brisbane. The department reportedly acted without ministerial reference in demanding a pound of flesh.

Department of Interior Authene Kenton Bueseh Ue Girvan SiRoe Bec Sweden Pation Mtr Alan Frasec Bali Tal Burney Trunafer Brisane Johirumin

Holiday season demand drains Canberra hotel rooms

Accommodation during the Christmas period remains scarce as hotels report near full occupancy. Officials warn cancellations may occur if permanent guests fail to depart, while venues like Aston, Hotel and Acton Great Hume still report limited availability for holiday travelers. Canberra tourism officials say bookings for Melbourne and Sydney visitors show strong demand while forecasts anticipate holiday crowds to exceed 1988 levels.

Christine Hotel Acton Great Hume Canberra Burenhte Dunver Regininga Cor Melbourne Ayiney Malbourne Dunner Christman

Blueprint for disarmament talks in Melbourne heat

A comprehensive plan outlines a world disarmament framework with calls for international control, troop withdrawals, and naval reductions. Delegates from Britain and allied nations, including Sir Harting Bhaweroas, discuss linking the talks to broader peace objectives while planning to convene early next week in Melbourne.

Une Uni Nationa Amcrot Messin Pent Baik Harting Bhaweroas Trop Melbourne Arma Thancy Committee Kribain Massie America Ravel A.ct.u Grand & Principe Morniay Atelbourne Aden Che Gounell Meen Brepa Trovia Countrina Roambar Bates Armen Inara Am. Deve He Pour Italy Bulgaria Hungary Rumania Paris

Legislation to Aid Charitable Bodies Paused in Assembly

Sydney reports a bill to enable government to lease land for approved hospital and charitable bodies, paused in the Legislative Assembly. The measure, named Charity Institutions, aims to support orphanages schools nurseries child welfare and other charitable establishments.

Sydney

Mystery plane may be carrying food to liner

A mystery aircraft flying from the south was thought to be carrying stores to the liner Nerpedon, which left Sydney yesterday. The ship reportedly had ength repairs and was short of fuel, while crew refused to disclose their destination, fueling speculation of a food transfer at sea.

Brinuank Thyrelay Brivaare Nerpedon Lft Sydney Inar Thoraday AWA Rockhampton Cerow Bydney Allea Brisbane Fogdatuts Townaville Tor Cairns Jinga Horn [Rland

State May Control Timber Supplies In Australia Proposal

Sydney reports on a motion by One Minter for Conservation led by Mr Weir urging government control of timber production and distribution. Cabinet discussion centers on ending black marketing and securing government action to limit private trade and price timber. Estimated timber stock stands at 1,009 units with a plan to set a 60 percent bid share to regulate free markets and supply.

Sydney Mr. Weir Matuet

Truck Driver Killed Near Lismore After Crash

A truck driver named Arthur Sinclair, age 30 or 31, died when his vehicle crashed about five miles from Lismore. The truck left the roadway after colliding with a tank mechanism, rupturing the fuel line and catching fire. A companion or witness reported the vehicle caught fire, and emergency responders found Sinclair deceased at the scene.

German Leader to Be Investigated

An inquiry is underway in Munich on de-noxification processing linked to political groups. Dr Janet Mueller chairs the Christian Social party council, which supports the Wasi movement, as officials examine ties and actions amid mounting scrutiny.

Munich Thurwilay Janet Mueller Christian Social Rare Seetn

Canberra High School magazine on sale for four shillings

One hundred copies of the Warrer Jumian, the Canberra High School annie magasine, are available at the Canberra Tunes office. The ragaking, praised for its splendid production, features literary, cultural and sporting achievements, priced 41 a copy, with a photograph of every class included.

Annie Magasine Canberra Sydney

Cowens Called On To Defend His Name

Sydney dispatch reports Major Crumas faced a treason charge during wartime, with broadcast details incomplete. Paden was involved, and the case moved toward trial as the press relayed uncertain statements about custody and proceeding.

Cowens Sydney Chattee Chisena Paden Crumas Rial Brosdeaste

Minister's Comment in Cousens Case

The Minister for the Army Mr Chambers stated military authorities have withheld documents from the maglaverial inquiry into Major Crumne. He said the voluminous materials required study and deliberation, after which a decision approved by him was communicated to Major Cousens. The Prime Minister Mr Chiffey indicated the legal aspects of the case had been considered.

Canberra Me. Chambers Crumne Chiffey

40 Seater Corsairs for Interstate Air Services

The Minister for Civil Aviation Mr Drake announces Corsairs for interstate routes. Talks with Trans-Australia Airways aim to secure 40-seat aircraft and ensure a domestic aviation framework. Possible gains include easing rights between Melbourne and Sydney within two years.

Interstate Air Services Trans-Australia Ate Aleminatcurate Miniater Drake Ors Corsaira Malfourine Syaney

Officers to Face Charges After POW At Rowville Camp

Two Army officers and a civilian, J W Wickerson and Mr Thompson, will stand trial by court martial over the shooting of a Teatlan prisoner of war at Rowville detention camp in Victoria. The Minister for the Army announced that the trials would begin on December A at the Blomlington police court and would be open to the public.

Rowville Victoria Minister For the Army Itr Chambirch J. W. Wickersoni Thompson Blomlington

Air Patrol to Cover Sydney Hobart Yacht Race

Melbourne report states ATAW Liberator will provide daily air coverage over the Sydney Hobart race. All participating yachts will be observed with endar The LALA. RCA Y will supply store and press service to newspapers across Australia as part of the campaign support.

Melbourne ATAAW Liberator Endar LALA Iece Droadunst KAA RCA Y. Whl Australia Rece

Royal Commission Requested Over Tobacco Finding Report

The Prime Minister referred to the Minister for Cum tonm for report the request of the Queensland Premier for Royal Commission into the finding of certain tobacco at the home of and Queans. IID Mout

Chifcyhun Senator Courtice Queensland Enion Queans Iid

Trade Restrictions on Sterling Imports Then and Now

A clipped report notes possible lifting of import restrictions on sterling goods, with discussion centered on Britain. Prime Minister Chifley commented that the issue was still under consideration and not yet decided, outlining ongoing questions about policy and timing.

Britain Mr. Chifley

Agricultural Talks Listed for Canberra and Melbourne

The Minister for Agriculture announced the next meeting of the Agriculture Council will be held in Canberra on February 3 and 4. Delegates will discuss a comprehensive range of agricultural administration between the Minister and the Commonwealth.

Melbourne Mr. Pollard Cantaree Yedeva Atate Mitisserio Counell Beteen

Man TS hover free novel by Tom Mead

A critical look at Tom Mead's Man TS hover, exploring its plot themes and the social impact of its characters. The tale contrasts revolutionary ideas with conservative norms, noting the book's controversial portrayal of violence and justice while highlighting its examination of workers' rights and historical parallels.

Man Tom Mead

Formula for Basic Wage Increase Debated by Arbitration Court

The Prime Minister and ministers discuss a wage increase formula amid a debate on its impact. Deputations from manufacturers press for a formula tied to production costs. The arbitration court considers whether increases should be based on production costs or general prices.

Ald Ribet Arbitration Court Decidiek Spe Daai Ware Atapa Ic Nore Much & Wage Chidey

Canberra Garden Competition Overview and Rules

A Canberra garden event outlines criteria for awards including quantity and quality of gardens. The trophy is awarded for exemplary garden displays and residents are invited to participate, with water usage and maintenance standards noted as part of judging.

Nice Exton

Fragmented Local Notice Points To Public Sale

A damaged newspaper notice provides incomplete readable fragments about a local sale action and named local officials.

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