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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 26, 1944
Page
2
A memorial note from Mum and Valerie recalls loved ones two years after their deaths in Sydney. The item blends an obituary with local sentiment and commemorates loss, honor, and family remembrance. The text references industrial circles and regional mining matters with unclear context.
The article outlines Britain and Empire strength during the war, noting over 100 million mobilized across services, seven-tenths of UK and empire munitions, Home Guard size, and UK dominance in casualties. It also mentions wartime production advances including a British shell production saving device and new materials for insulation and parachute canopies.
The first Red Cross relief stores landed at Kobe via North Pacific, totaling about 1,500 tons of fur, clothing, and medical supplies. Unloading completed by November 14, with 184,880 food parcels and 2,757 medical kits distributed to camps in Hong Kong, Indo-China, and other areas. Distribution planned: Japan camps 60 percent, Shanghai/North China 20 percent, Philippines 20 percent.
Dr RO Williams, assistant surgeon general, told the mub committee aid for the afflicted that a new treatment for stiffness and weakness in crippling diseases such as arthritis and neuritis shows promise in shortening muscular disability. He cited an unnamed drug and noted analgesia in childbirth may prevent birth injuries causing paralysis and urged broader research into nervous system diseases.
A Canberra widow employed by a Commonwealth department and her four year old son were forced to live in a garage after a hotel accommodation request was refused.Minister Collings cited an acute accommodation shortage and said no government boarding room could be made available for mother and child.
The Canberra Times reports the last minute Canberra decision by Miners Union leaders to ask the Central Council to drop defiant Christmas break meetings. It notes promises rely on unions, not government appeals, and questions whether coal supply will improve as pits have failed to meet wartime needs.
In Melbourne an exhibition doubles charity match drew 3,800 as Harry Hopman and Adrian Quist beat their juniors 6 4 6 5. Jack Crawford and Dinny Pall also defeated Colin Ling and Long 6 4 2 6. Both veteran teams showed strong serving and form despite recent play.
Mr H C Green, a familiar Canberra figure, resigns from the Public Service to become director and general manager of Sidney Cooke Pty Ltd. During wartime he served as assistant secretary of Civil Supply and the Munitions Department, deputy chairman of the Munitions Factory Board, and member of the Commonwealth Industrial Chemicals Committee. He also led ties with Steel, Non ferrous Metals, and Industrial Chemicals Controllers, and since March has been Director of Materials Supply in the Ministry of Munitions.
Researchers at the Engineering Experiment Station of the University of Hampshire explore tanning fishskins as a practical leather source. Experts say fishskin leather could suit wallets purses and shoes if a economical processing method is developed, noting similarities to animal leather but challenges in degreasing and preserving fibres.
A blaze reported at 3 pm in a paddock behind Dr. P J Calvert’s Red Hill home was quickly extinguished by the Canberra Fire Brigade. The fire charred dry grass up to the back fence of the doctor’s garden but did not threaten the dwelling.
United States Department of Agriculture Soil Conservation Service and American farmers developed erosion control methods. Cover crops, shelterbelts of trees, and sub surface tillage protect land, reduce wind erosion, and boost moisture and soil health. Long term planting schemes and efficient costs benefit both government and farmers over decades.
Baldwins Ltd and Richard Thomas & Co announce a merger to modernise Britain's tinplate industry. Assets of Baldwins taken over by Richard Thomas from 1945 valued at £5,066. The plan aims to pool expertise for a £15 million mill upgrade including hot strip mills and blast furnaces, expanding South Wales capacity under single control to boost postwar export trade.
Mr Justice Davidson of the Supreme Court of New South Wales will chair a national health survey into the coal industry. Deputy members include Sir Raphael Cliento, D T Brewster, and Dr H D M L Murray. The inquiry follows Cabinet decisions of November 1944 and involves an industrial health survey with two additional commissioners to be named.
Perth reports little hope for salvaging the collier wrecked off the Western Australian coast while en route from Newcastle to Fremantle with 7000 tons of coal and 2000 tons of general cargo. The crew, eight hours in lifeboats, were rescued.
A Canberra Times reader contest lists 30 quotations from poetry linked to War Savings Certificates. Entries close Monday January 1, 1940. Readers identify writers. top score awards one or two prizes.
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