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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 25, 1948

Page

2

Transport and Dinner Menus at Canberra Event

Sunday January travel to Cotter via Pine Depart Causeway with return routes and fare details for adults and children under 14. The notice includes booking rules, restricted ticket sources, and travel limitations. A Christmas dinner menu lists multiple courses and desserts for attending guests.

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Christmas Message Urges Peace and Goodwill Toward All

An editorial-like piece reflects on injustice, doubt, and the enduring call for peace. It highlights Christmas as a time to celebrate justice and communal goodwill, urging readers to pursue betterment and unity within Canberra and its growth, despite ongoing turmoil.

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Dutch Minister's Daughter Engaged to War Office Staffer

Engagement announced yesterday in London between Tamia Virgie, daughter of a Dutch minister, and Mr. Robert Victor Het Scales, War Office staffer. The couple plans a future wedding as families note international ties and service during wartime.

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Building controls extended to June 20

A government move extending controls was announced by Interior Minister Johnson. The extension applies to the disputed act related to a parliamentary contest and broader financial provisions. Sources indicate resource and labor concerns underpin the measure.

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Christmas in Canberra Seeks to Bridge Holiday Traditions

Canberra shoppers face crowds as Christmas events unfold. The guide notes chapel services at 7 45 am and other observances, while streets around Manuka and Civic anticipate heavy traffic. Organizers expect larger crowds than last year with many visitors touring the region and local plans adjusting to holiday travel.

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Hints on Bush Fire Prevention by Mr Cole

Hints urge precaution to prevent bushfires during picnics and holidays at the river. Use minimum wood, ensure fires are fully extinguished, avoid leaving area with burning embers, and dispose of cigarettes and matches carefully by breaking and fully cooling them.

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White Christmas at Heard Island

A fragmentary report recalls a Christmas celebration at Heard Island with a party and weather hindrances. It notes meals planned including baked potatoes and Christmas pudding with brandy sauce and mentions absent members Mr. Gotley and Mr. Behoten who will not be in camp on Christmas Day.

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Canberra Forecast For 24 Hours Including Storms

Meteorological bulletin from Canberra forecast winds and rain in the next day with cloud cover and possible storm later. The update notes shifting winds and unsettled conditions across the region.

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Canberra Weather Readings Sparse and Jumbled

Weather report fragments from Canberra show scattered data including barometer at unknown time, wind speed 30 000 in ra, and temperatures with unclear times. Entries mention 3 pm 6 pm and other unreadable values.

Y.M.C.A. Confarem and Hobart Meeting Report

Four members of the Canberra TMCA and Hobart YMCA organizers discuss national links and upcoming meetings. Names include Mr Peter McNeec Mr Horace Mottey Mr John Weatherall and Mr Blac ked with contact from Geneva. The Canberra group plans touchpoints with the National YMCA conference.

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Rotary hoe driver saved plantation blaze at Young's Crossing

Quick action by G Taylor and a rotary hoe driver contained an out break of long grass at Young's plantation yesterday. A forestry observer alerted fire controllers who praised Taylor for driving around fumes to curb the flames. Other notes referenced postwar reconstruction and workers taking action as flames spread near old timber buildings.

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Hawkers I ACT Restricts Trade Amid Controversy

A blurred and damaged OCR fragment discusses amendments to the Hawkers Act restricting hawker activities. It references a minister and limited enforcement amid political tension and disputed actions.

Burned to Death in Fire

A fire early this morning claimed the life of Mirren, a resident identified as a daughter in the local household. Firefighters battled flames but could not save her. The blaze prompted an investigation into the cause and origin of the fire.

Christmas Day Services Across Churches Note Gathered

Church listings show Holy Communion services at St John Parish Munitke Bt Paul's and Rt. Peters Button chapels with times from 7 to 9 30 am and evening services. Roman Catholic and Baptist observances across multiple parishes include Morning Prayer Worship Pilgrimage and Children’s Christmas services with varied schedules.

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Sunday Service and Meeting at Local Hall

A community notice invites visitors to a Sunday service at 7 10, followed by a Monday meeting at 10 80 and a Wednesday gathering at 5. All are welcome to attend and participate.

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