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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Feb 08, 1944

Page

2

Beauford Division Improves Bomber Production in Australia

The Beaufort Division factory efforts in Australia boosted bomber output with improved stability and bearing design. Workers from Beaufort Rouse to town plants adapted Australian alloy and Bristol engineering, meeting English standards while using local materials.

Bruafort Bristol Agora Convany Beaufort Division Trith Ministry of Aircraft Beaufort Mont of Masteriah Ca Lad Alusinum Co

Undefined From Fragmentary Text In The Times Telegraphed

A fragmentary OCR excerpt mentions The Times and Daily Telegraph and references English and American noteables. details are unclear and no coherent event is discernible.

Tima England The Times Daily Telegraph Muneparer Aliamas

Nation to hold postwar power debate in Parliament

Canberra faces debate on proposed amendments to the Constitution to grant the Commonwealth extended powers for postwar reconstruction. States resist surrender of revenue and control while urging national coordination for industry, employment, and eventual peace.

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Victoria's Chief Justice Arrangements for Herring Release

The Premier and Minister for the Army confirmed arrangements for General Herring to leave the army and assume the position of Chief Justice in Victoria. The government expressed confidence he would serve with credit to the state and to those who supported his wartime and peacetime duties.

Daut Bir Edmund X¢ Victoria Victora Dunstan Anrounc Hie Forde Laput Kimel Viet Herring Tad Stedates Caibury

Coupon Free Suits to be Sold in Melbourne

Nearly 90 000 suits of clothing dyed and ready will be offered to the public through retailers under a coupon free plan. The assurance was given today by the chairman of the Woolen Assurance Co Ltd. Coleman exhibited samples of the new suits to the constitutional assembly. The suits include about 80 000 WAAR pater formations and 20 000 other items, all prepared for sale at fixed rates.

Melbourne Common Ithalvage Coenclasion Coleman

Tangney Plans Survey of Social Evils in Sydney

Senator Dorothy Tangney proposes a Australia wide inquiry into social ills in Sydney and beyond. She criticizes police and public services for lax enforcement and calls for stronger manpower checks to protect vulnerable girls amid night life districts.

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Postwar Prosperity Plans Highlight Commonwealth Growth

Britain outlines postwar industrial expansion to boost global trade. Canada and Australia praise plans for massive airplane, ship, and vehicle production under Commonwealth guidance. Leaders cite Atlantic Charter goals and unprecedented Allied industrial collaboration.

Three RAAF pilots earn DPC amid Timor battles tale

reports detail Flying Officer tacting Lieutenant Randford and Flight Lieutenant Read receiving Distinguished Flying Crosses for leadership and skill in long range strikes and air operations near Timor. text notes eyewitness sea rescues and perilous conditions during 1400 mile fighter sweeps and torpedo bombing missions against enemy vessels.

Ewan Orwer Geoffrey Michell Tan Randford Nevirn Sauacle Loudon Wits Mirage Agereelee Ober Timor

Government eyes postwar factory conversions for civilian use

The minister for armaments Mr Makin outlined plans to convert wartime factories to civilian production and housing. Some plants would be retained under government or joint control with private partners, while others might be closed or repurposed. He warned private industry could absorb sites if kept private, and noted potential 10,000 to 30,000 jobs with many women returning to work. The opposition questioned government motives and wartime powers.

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Meat controller denies delays in shipments

The Commonwealth Meat Controller reports no delays in meat shipments despite concerns. He states supplies had been countered by authorities and stores were found empty, with ship deliveries resuming.

Commonwealth Meat Controller Mtr Curtin Zarate

Verlapping of Control In Arbitration Court

In a tepid arbitration session today, Junge Daeare argued a contest between private trades and public authority. The judge noted regulation constraints and urged careful balance between private rights and common welfare.

Verlapping Sydney Wondey Motal Junge Daeare Ruate Commonwositi ii Justriat

Cabinet moves for peace in coal industry

The government proposes a new plan to secure peace in the coal industry. Prime Minister Curtin signals possible government control over key mining sites under wartime powers. The proposal aims to prevent industrial stoppages while avoiding nationalisation.

Tice Curtin Hind Miniwer Hae Sinaleriy Thary Gaverncomn

Housing Plans Stir Controversy at Prominent Conference

The report describes a Commonwealth housing plan postwar aimed at addressing a projected rental loss of 800,000 pounds for the states. It outlines government building programs, financial assistance of 800,000 pounds from the Commonwealth, and active state participation through the War Reconstruction Department and Housing Trust to ease postwar housing shortages.

Dell Omdale Hallmate Mr Chifley Commonwealth Svml Caan Brates Prioge Curtin Department of Fort War Jebel Quader Staten New South “Wales Ranvtga Mat Wehney Holmes Coburg Preston Newport Oman Noumea

Government to Referenda Bill Sparks Referent Debate

The cabinet backs a referendum bill amid a heated session. Key figures Curtis and Lee push for a quick vote while the Parliament weighs powers over aviation marketing and employment policies. Public notice hints at broader constitutional questions and potential delays.

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Mair Warns on Possible Abuse of Expanded Powers

The article reports Mr Mair criticizing proposed wider powers amid wartime policy debates. Opposition figures including Mr Max warn against transferring authority, fearing government overreach and post mortem social controls. The piece notes references to referenda and tensions within the Commonwealth framework as parties argue outcomes.

Dutch currency crisis sparks invasion rumors and market shock

Amid war rumors the Dutch guilder stabilises for invasion while exchange rates fluctuate. Reports say allied forces may advance. claims of capitulation and currency fixes surface as funds react to potential hostilities. Local operations indicate planned land actions around 160 homes in Somes tou, with market volatility.

Garman Wetherands Ecw Governmat & Sons

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