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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Feb 05, 1944

Page

4

Silks Price Rise and Canberra Meetings Reform

A fragmented report notes silk price rises tied to rent and damp demand, with projected reductions if conditions ease. Canberra activity slated for February 11 includes a public opening led by Vice President Beownty Rentor Hinge, while discussions on federal territory tenure and local governance continue amid parliamentary committee scrutiny and rising transport concerns.

Eee Mcinty Arizumd Literators Canberra Mmmaina Beownty Rentor Hinge

Canberra Swimming Club races showcase young talent and relay wins

The Canberra Swimming Club held a meet this week highlighting promising youth and relay events. Bodily performances stood out with several champions crowned in 50 and 100 yard freestyles, backstroke, and medley relays, featuring notable competitors M Richards and L Mahoney among others.

Canberra Jtos MC. Richards Blumenthal Uatie Brophy Laurel Mahoney Betty | Bullard Bory Hn Joan Morcombe Billy Bromphy Fnla

Cocket Fixtures For To-day In Local Report

A fragmented notice outlines ACT fixtures and match plans for today including cricket and mining notes. It mentions Aberdare Extended Colliery and various local clubs with references to upcoming games and production figures.

Acute bush fire risk in New South Wales

Limited readable content notes a potential bush fire danger across central and southern New South Wales including metropolitan and Blue Mountain districts during the weekend. Details are garbled. main idea is elevated fire risk due to weather. Authorities may issue warnings and advisories.

Sinwal Wetay Blue Mountain

Fire Warning and Scene Report from Sydney Pilot

A Sydney pilot issued a fire warning as a large party of firefighters rushed to a scene near Dubbo. The flames were not subdued and several structures were reported damaged in the blaze.

Sydney Priday Dubbo

Fine levied for breach of car price rules

Commonwealth Court heard a case about fixed price breaches in the motor trade. Magistrate Mt. Aieon noted the offences were serious and ordered confiscation of a car sold for 648. The defendant, a city rac ey firm manager, faced a 100 fine.

Pesmi House Dent Commonwealth Court Mt. Aieon

Jehovah's Witnesses Disobey Manpower Directives

In Sydney Fr Myrie Deaford a 1B member faced the Commonwealth Court for alleged breaches of manpower rules while aiding at a hospital workforce. Leomaet Ere Gaedlag was fined for related work without authorization. The text notes a fatality last year linked to the waste issue referenced.

Sydney Myrie Deaford Jehovan Witases Becta

Suspected Theft of Aviation Spirit Reported

A brief notice reports a suspected theft of aviation fuel and related items on the far north coast. The report mentions authorities and possible leads, with investigators focusing on the irregular supply chain and security lapses at key depots. Local agencies urge anyone with information to contact police.

Order Cancelled Factory Inquiry in Sydney

Arbitration court in Sydney directed by Judge O Mara on GM Holden application to restrain Conciliation Commissioner A Blakely from phone conference dealings. Case details show order issues and restraint measures affecting factory inquiry proceedings.

Sydney Seart O'Mara General Motors-Holdens 4d A. Blakely Ade Lakely Rae Weg Serge

Rabbinic Consumption Case Reported in Towneville

A local outbreak described as a case of Hypacidan affected residents near Baybook Street in Towneville town. The incident involved a family of five and two doors away, where three others experienced illness, with details staggered in a fragmented report from Friday.

Towneville Bouse

IRGES LIFTING OF WHEAT BAT RESTRICTION

Sydney report notes the Commonwealth Government may ease wheat area limits. Chairman Mr Sturley urged farmers be allowed to plant as much wheat as possible, speaking at a Grain Chamber of Commerce meeting. The fragment suggests policy shift aims to boost wheat production amid uncertain market conditions.

Sydney Commonwealth — Government Sturley Grain of Thy Chamber of Commerse

Fines for Transport of Racehorses Reported in Melbourne

A Melbourne case details allegations regarding the transport of a racehorse and related offences. Officer Constable William questioned a suspect about preparation to wear a certain Dominion insignia while handling the horse. The proceedings reference mining regulations and actions against several individuals, noting fines and summons issued.

Melbourne Ares Thoma Cullidy Willama Wikamon

Attempted derailment of goods train near Dubbo

An investigation into a foiled attack on a goods train near Dubbo details a device placed on the track. Police report that the incident involved a heavy object and occurred as the train travelling from Dubbo to another destination was approaching. No injuries are reported.

Dubbo Rai

Printer Fined in Sidney on Charges Involving Card Ruse

A printer in Sidney faced a fine on Friday after officials reported involvement in a card distribution scheme. Details remain unclear due to garbled text, but authorities indicate the case centers on forged or misused documents and alleged bystander participation.

Child Survives Burial in Land After Rescue

Sydney report says a boy was buried for 20 minutes under dense debris after a mining accident. Workers cut away earth to free him, and he sat up in bed later, receiving hospital care and ice cream.

Sydney Petwin Tomday Ronald Preatwidge Mert Bt. Peters Tesul Alin Rolaya Hvure Rovata

Night club troubles in Auckland NZ

Auckland Friday reports numerous complaints about unsavoury happenings at the Globe night club. City Council is examining the matter amid concerns over public order and safety.

Auckland Sight Globe

Drivers Refuse Cart Sand Road Transport Standoff

Unclear OCR text reports drivers refuse cart sand actions tied to wage rates and employer groups. Mentions Hwee Tapouale and Gwtey ad Motee Lorry Drivers, reconciliation attempts in Australia, with references to detention and age. Names and places are garbled but indicate a labor dispute over pay and working conditions.

Sydnet Hwee Tapouale Australie

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