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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 17, 1946

Page

2

RACEHORSES TO TRAVEL AND LABOR RATES DISCUSSED

Monday report notes six racehorses travel plans amid industry notes. Industrial authorities may consider worker organization requests for piecework and other rates, with rules pending approval by Arbitration Court. Damaged text mentions Aguant and training corps reductions from Seyonte to a yon.

Latour Alr Holloway Isdustrial Rales Usleas We ArtiLration Court

India division or republic debated after London talks

A colonial era commentary weighs options for India’s future amid British rule. It argues a stable path lies in evolving leadership and unity among diverse groups, rather than rigid division or a swift republic, noting Muslims fear of minority oppression and the risks of majoritarian rule.

London Aaserta India Republes Andia Manaure

Cor Agency Considers Extended Annual Leave Claim

The federation seeks longer annual leave under Act 18 with seven day shifts. Court discussions questioned entitlement and whether awards allow varied leave. The commission will decide if Gill operatives may take unpaid days beyond standard holidays.

Federated Gill Operativen

Bankstown Teachers Denied Proceeds From Will

Court rules Bankstown Public School teachers are ineligible to receive money from a will under the Public Mavica act. The scheme would have provided large prizes to better educated teachers, but the judge decreed the funds must go to charitable purposes instead.

Tay Court Bankatown Wee Wi Marvica Sri Provera

Gas Workers Strike Across Melbourne Labor Action Report

The central strike committee of eight unions met and decided to act, sending representatives to Melbourne to confer with the ACTU. About 2000 gas workers are staging a sit-in demanding urgent attention as an eight hour shift emergency gas service is discussed by managers.

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TIRUATEN BAITS OPRICERS WITH BIRCH

Fragmented report from Jute bank hold up case mentions charges against Moniay suspects. British military court sentences discussed include potential 18 year imprisonment and cane-related penalties amid July to September timeline.

Jeruralem Moniay Tryuo Zval Leilmi Int Reptember Avnten

New Cabinet Formed as Belrut Announces Rabel Manedeh Vice Premier

In Syria Belrut announces a new cabinet with Rabel Manedeh named Vice Premier and Minister of the Interior. The reshuffle follows economic policy shifts amid public protests and measures aimed at stabilizing the government.

Belrut Monde Rabel Manedeh Wes Peverety Ursticleed

Canberra Weather Report Summary

Weather data from Canberra includes barometer readings at 8 p.m. and 8 a.m., with temperatures noted around 5.5 degrees. Also listed are maximums for the day and 24 hour period, wind speeds near 8 mph, and other figures amid OCR errors.

Brazil plans solar eclipse observations from Melbourne

The Minister in charge of the Industrial Research announced that CLlK arranged to observe the solar eclipse from Melbourne. Observations will focus on atmospheric effects and radio communications using suitable wavelengths for long-distance transmission.

Melbourne Belen- Une ‘and Industrial Research Se Dedman CLIK Jan

American labour forecasts bust will follow boom

Washington reports warn that unemployment could reach 19 million if production returns to 1940 levels. Mr Murray of the Congress of Industrial Organizations urges President Truman and advisers to back wage gains without price boosts to stave off a looming bust. Government sees need for balanced policy to sustain demand and avoid a deep downturn.

Washington Pulp Alurray Congress of Iiial Nastions United States Evel Murray Truman Council of Heconomie Eraaic White House Kyary American Economiat

Duchess Hosts Canberra Women at Government House

The Duchess of Gloucester welcomed about 90 wives and mothers as guests yesterday at Government House. She greeted attendees on the grounds and, after a light repast, spoke with them aboard the lawn. The gathering honored Canberra women associated with wartime service.

Moyad Wnor-ticeral Biucester Canberra Gloucester America Robert L. Butler Binvae Yeataramy Hobart Duchess of Gloucester Kinafolke Royal Iighwass

Power line failure cuts power to Canberra radio stations

A power transmission fault disrupted Canberra radio stations and Naval station power for over an hour, affecting broadcasting from the power terminal to multiple sites. City officials report the outage began in the early afternoon and restored after major repair work. The incident affected several stations and local services.

Aziemsownt Canberra Janen Naval Station BE Bat Nen E Fa City

Hedge Fire Burns Central Parliament Garden Scene

A hedge in the western garden at Parliament caught fire yesterday as a damaged area fell amid foliage. The fire spread briefly before the brigade extinguished it. No injuries reported.

Parliament

South Pacific Transport Council Opens Today

A South Pacific transport council meeting opens today with delegates from Beitath, Kew Zeca, and Ub Sinaie. The event, linked to the Provisional International Civil Aviation Organisation and the Commonwealth Air Council, runs through early February with various international aviation conferences and a major rail/air transport focus ongoing.

Wales Ragland Padbasak Transport Aegunication Et Ir Roulies Redo Navigation Sida Jane International Civil Aviation Organisation Canderre. A

British Woman Describes Treatment in German Camp

British woman testifies at war crimes trial about mistreatment by German guards in a field camp. She identifies herself as related to Captain Peter Churchill and recounts coercive pressure from the camp commandant to be used harshly, while details of incinerator exposure and other abuses surface in court.

Ramburg Monda Churchill Rch Peter Churchill Gestapo Bemson Ennepa Reuters Mamaon Britain Gormuna

Foundry Strike Threatens Xmas Holiday Work Halt

In Australia a foundry workers dispute led to a threat to halt work through the Christmas holidays unless demands were met. The Engineering Union aimed to force a wage increase and secure more favorable conditions, with a large number of workers ready to stay idle until the New Year if needs were not satisfied. Delegates urged acceptance of a basic wage rise, while employers pressed for restraint amid rising costs. The dispute prompted calls for government intervention and possible joint appeal to Prime Minister Chifley.

Aeelaquane Unio Christman Tiny Chamber of Manufacturery Wea Mar Chifley Om- Dingoes Chiffey Employara Foundries

Brewery Manager Worth Five Times A School Teacher

A convoluted report notes a brewery manager earning five times a schoolteacher’s pay. The fragmented text references the Teachers' Federation and a conference opening, with unclear context and several garbled phrases.

Greek Guerrillas Form Democratic Army in Mountains

Greek guerrillas in western Macedonia report forming a wet democratic army to oppose occupation forces until democratic conditions are restored. They claim to have sent a memorandum to Britain and the United Nations, with 30 fighters surrendering under a recent treaty.

Athena Rea Coreesbond Britain Ruerilie Sromn UN Macedonia Ik Ang

Migration unable to meet industry needs in 1947

Migration limits threaten Australia’s postwar labor supply as ship shortages constrain migrant intake. Immigration Minister Catwell notes reduced surveys and mounting delays while Commonwealth and state talks seek a workable allocation of berths to match industrial demand.

Mic. Catwells Commonwealth Canberra Catwell Tats Tate Minialsra Ian Austra Australia Comprian Raaien Jovani United Ilagion United Kings Dom Frisnda Bertha Suring

Davis Cup Team Announced Amid Uncertain Form

Davis Cup squad named featuring Quist and Bromwich amid questions over fitness and form. Bromwich, top doubles player of era, leads with strong record in Australia and international play, while Quist’s comeback remains uncertain.

Kaalpana Froenetdh Jeh Pall Arerica Backer Achte Morprino Velnetica Quist Mineta Kramat Behrowder Ios Mont Anatolia Davie Frank Pevker Sfenbet Broaeich Elchigatci Bohroader Mulloy Palbart Bromwich MO. J Uatralle i Frank Parker Eels Totton Achroeder Sither Australia Crawford Cramwich America France England Tonale Pervicg Arwmeich Uae Altibe Mwien Laing Aimeult Glasséa Ate Baltan Traci From Romwtch Han Mroker

Building trainees unite on Canberra technical college plan

A Cane derra Trench and Bulldare Works panel along with carpenters and bricklayers union committees push postwar training for Canberra Technical College trainees. They seek to equip and place graduates in industry but face tool shortages and delayed placements. Recommendations urge more funding and regional oversight to expand rehabilitation training.

Canederra Bulldare Works Carpentare Department of Jenkine Maidtwas 1K Tm Australie Canberra Illiance Taduatea Elene Supp00 Mmatiote Parton Lanly Amnerien Urthlayera Urameea Bing Lacla

Desert tribe ritual case in Khartoum proceeds

In Talodi near Ghori Hilla in Kordofan Province 32 people from the Qtara jada tribe face charges in remote districts. Authorities allege killings tied to a pagan rite and mercy acts, with claims of burying deformed or defective children and adults. The government cites suspected pagan practices amid regional tensions.

Khartoum Talodi Gtoro Kordofan TK Fe Kininga

South Coast Miners Postpone Strike Action

South Coast miners defer action on a suggested strike after a 458 to 217 vote. The Central Executive will organize a conference with district executives on compensation and to resume work in New Year. They aim to avoid holiday disruption and discuss dust control and water infusion measures under coal regulations.

Wollongong Oma Cnary Badidstay Genersl

Cordele Lease Bid Draws U.S. Interest

U.S. interests reportedly seek to lease Cordale amid bids tied to the Sydney Cup mind use bean event. Trainer Gorton Kay disclosed American bidders for Shanty datanhine, dale and Shannon, though the latter showed little interest.

Atone Cordele Bydnay Gorton Kay Datanhine Dale Shannon

Minister Asked 5 For Instructions In Eviction

Fragmented report notes a minister seeking five instructions in an eviction case. The garbled text references a person identified as Terewil or Toga and mentions furniture and a man involved with a Toga. The readable fragments point to a legal dispute and inquiry process without clear dates or outcomes.

Sateen Sinan Ney Warten Astras Batt

New Programme for Aborigines Under Review

Departmental officials in ey ing Beld at Sion ey ing bel a 7 some Snarigions including probable wages for a new plan. Officials consider services education and secret on plane outlined by therete.

Eying Sion Bel A Probaly Tau Srother Posal Bervinvs Y the

Indonesian camp closes at casino amid repatriation moves

The Gutoh authorities announced the closure of the prison camp as 224 Trounson prisoners were released in October and sent to Chermside open confinement before repatriation to Java. Official reports note their conduct was satisfactory upon departure and the remaining 330 inmates were to be relocated to Mew Fea with ongoing efforts to reunite families.

Strasing Gutoh Heald Hhe Department Calwell Trounson Cisio x Java

No Increase for Pensioners Delayed Benefit

Old age and invalid pensioners were not to gain from a cost of living adjustment. The act of 1664 removed adjustments, shifting the next year's rate to 32/6 per week, while the pensionable income rose from 12/8 to ft. No further changes were planned, though the government might review land pensioners’ claims depending on a court decision on wage cases.

Persia

Defamatory trial courtroom notes reveal Dawson defense

Fragmented testimony details Dawson claiming shot defence while recounting gun use and threats during a tense confrontation. Witnesses describe push and pull over notes, alleged bribe demands, and tensions surrounding an attempted murder case linked to McKay and family.

Petrol Ration Tickets Date Announced

Rationing authorities announce issuance of petrol tickets to begin on a future Thursday in January. Details on eligibility and distribution are expected in official notices.

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