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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 19, 1944
Page
2
In Parliament discussions cover Nigeria graves and the referendums powers debate. Snippets reference cabinet, ministers, and ongoing industrial questions with mentions of a pensioners program and broader governance, amid fragmented notes and garbled names.
In Canberra a series of scholarships were awarded at the University of SYNE and at ARE Snvwarsilyy, with recipients including Donvid Willims George for work in biotechnical studies and Fox for engineering and sciences. The awards, tied to government support, were noted as potentially approved and contingent on institutional confirmation, highlighting local academic recognition and funding.
A draft coal bill proposes sweeping authority over mines and workers. It allows compulsory adaptation of equipment, state oversight of employment and safety, and expands powers of the coal commission to regulate production, distribution, and mine operations.
Parliament debates high transport costs to Australia as soldiers wives and 201 children walk home. Government plans aim to speed up passages while fares drop from about £120 to £34, amid pressure from navy and extenuating transport issues.
Fragmented account describes senate debate over extending unemployment and sickness payments from the National Welfare Fund. Officials debate funding, eligibility, and the role of government in welfare support, with references to committees and fiscal controls.
The Prime Minister Curtin seeks to justify the resignations of ministers Menzies and Hughes from the Australian Advisory War Council. The Country Party refuses immediate surrender, urging broader powers for the Commonwealth in manpower policy while Parliament deliberates wartime directives. The resignations prompt political maneuvering as the government weighs next steps.
A fragmentary report discusses the Advisory War Council and the Country Party urging government action. It notes debates over troop movements of the AIF, international arms tests, the lend-lease with the U.S. and a treaty with Britain, and calls for decisive steps by the government to support the war effort and shelter timely measures for civilians. The piece references political figures and parties proposing policies to ensure wartime stability and coalition strength.
Fragmented report describes ongoing coal stoppage at Combeutt Colliery with labor and management clash. Union leaders, government figures, and company officials weigh terms for a shift in work patterns and potential staff absenteeism following a prolonged industrial action.
Fragmented report describes a fire in a government house unit caused by a gas leak. Prompt action by staff controlled the blaze with partial evacuations, while officials investigated the incident and assessed damage. Queensland Brisbane election notes appear in the same clipping.
A leaked Government discussion outlines Australia bolstering air power by limiting foreign access and expanding domestic aviation capacity. Officials want to safeguard strategic control, deter overseas influence, and ensure regional readiness amid tensions with potential adversaries. The document cites overseas deployments, industrial capability, and the need for coordinated international safeguards.
The congregation at St John’s discussed church finances and the New Home Appeal after receiving a grant of £2000 for a new church building. Income of £508 was raised, with emphasis on urgent completion and alignment with parish needs and governance.
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