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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Feb 22, 1946

Page

4

Award Honors Major McAdam for Leadership in Balkgiana

An award recognizes Major McAdam for leadership, courage, and devotion to duty during and after the Balkgiana episode. He served in the forestry unit of Bear of Wau and guided operations following the Japanese occupation, aiding efforts to report enemy dispositions and sustain movements for months until relief.

Gautier Yosterday Uittary Total ZB McAdam Bear of Wau Tee Guise McAdam Cargeath Balkgiana Hns Comnuten Daly Whinin Salle Ening Sitioen Atrengiba Movenvenma Ave Moomthes

Max PalsyEin Sues If Claim By Dney

A fragmented notice lists Max Palsyein as plaintiff and a claim against ByDney dated Thursday. The readable text includes Falaiain and SLY initials amid garbled OCR.

Max Palsyein Bydney Falaiain Bala

NSW minister cites high per acre prices amid land plan debate

Minister for Lands Mr Tully says proposed subdivision powers would push cereal owners to sell at inflated values. Fraser supports concern over explosive price rises and warns against rapid policy actions that could spark unrest among landowners and opponents.

Chia New South Wales Landa Tully Edlinia Astatea A. Fraser Fraser Lange Mead Tony Framer

Guilty of Fraud Declared in Adelaide Case

A partial telegraphic report from Adelaide notes a guilty finding in a fraud case. The proceedings, involving Mra mine iaveney de and Lenton, appear outlined with references to legal actions, dates, and the North American Newspaper Alliance context.

Adelaide Pris Britain North Amation Alliance Mra Vuwa Unie Ature Ulberwiee

Saistcose Leader Flags Economic Shift Against Fufei Industries

A Country Party leader, Mr. Fadden, responded at a conference to questions on plans to build up particular secondary industries at the expense of Fufei industries. He warned that idle land could be put to use before further artificial secondary industries are established.

Fufei Industries Perty Mr. Fadden Fadden Hla

Atom of Discord and the Canadian spy crisis in wartime era

The article warns that the discovery of atomic bomb research has unleashed many troubles alongside the supposed peace. It discusses Canada’s espionage revelations and fifth column dangers. It notes heightened tension at the United Nations and the risk of Communist influence in Australia and Europe, stressing loyalty and constitutional concerns.

Uhia Hiroshima Canada United Nations London Europe Nerous Diagutet Amirenmen Communist Party Australie Australia

Eastern Suburbs Plan Aims for Railway Project

Sydney officials announced a plan to construct a Bubarte railway in the Eastern Suburbs. Premier McKelly outlined the idea as a long-standing project, dating back 32 years, now elevated on the government’s priority list.

Rydney Premiee My McKelly Bubarte

Martial court moves threaten 80 000 cases in AMF

The Judge Advocate General announced prer than 80 009 courts martial bandied by cry authorizing moxty Tor AWile and anit deserting offences. Susie Pavidoon chair of the Commission WhUN We Inquiring Into Ure coal Industry said we had some comment on male ex the action of the Miners' Federation. A tram collision injures eight passengers and a ply fpound Weis collided at Uitity thin Morning.

Martial Mellouiant Tayeaiay AMF Hadeen Crty Moxty Twivailay Susie Pavidoon Aion Whun Ure UCK Uitity Distram Bydaey

Forecast for Brith Bamiern District Winds and Rain At Worth

A weather forecast for Brith Bamiern District warns of gusty winds and scattered rain in Worth and surrounding areas. Forecasters expect unsettled conditions through the day with peak activity in the afternoon hours and temps near seasonal norms.

Canberra Weather Report Fragment

Weather data fragment from Canberra shows a device reading 30.040 inches and a temperature around 6 degrees with unclear times. The text is garbled with misread digits and missing context making precise details impossible to confirm.

Mayor J McAdem Honored at Government House

Mayor J McAdem was received at Government House Canberra by the Governor General and a procession of officials. The event included presentations of medals and a reception with dignitaries from the United Kingdom legation and local officials.

J. McAdem Government House Canverra John Lin Stacen Yorlarday Firs Beequlary Prench Legation Mpi Madaie

Meeting Report of Dulwion Hull Candidacy

A caucus meeting was held today with Mr. D Weir M124 for Dulwion Hull mentioned as a ministerial candidate. Details are fragmented and unclear due to OCR errors but reference to Sheahan Dy 38 and 104 are noted amid the discussion of candidate or party proceedings.

D. Weir Dulwion Hull Sheahan

No Legislation for 40 Hour Week Roadblock

The text notes unclear references to a Prime Minister named ChiRey and MP Melbouteure. It mentions a plan to introduce legislation for a 40 hour week, but the statement is fragmentary and lacks concrete dates or formal actions. The source appears to discuss political talk with no definitive policy passage.

Mpelbouture ACTA Mr. ChiRey Legisation

New Life to Folk Songs at Albert Folklore Recital

Thomas Thowe receives praise for recital of traditional songs and dramatic numbers in Canberra. Ruth Draper and Rosemary Gl contribute as companions, with audience support and coins for charity.

Yeniura Ove Mooes Thos Thawe Ireland Boot Fund Jane Peet Amy Canberra Reden Brett Masking Thea Howe Britain

Morotai Claims Commission Established for War Damages

A Morotai claims commission is created to handle Commonwealth claims from injuries and property losses during wartime operations. It can settle claims not exceeding 508 pounds and only those arising outside the Commonwealth. The Morotal force officers administer the command and staff duties to process filings.

Motors Pares Claims Commission Commonwealth Morotal Force

Canberra community hotel plan proposes cooperative venture

A Canberra deputation asked Minister Johnson to approve opening a community hotel in Ainslie. The plan, led by Mr Gardiner, outlines forming a Community Motel Society to run a cooperative hotel with shared furniture and equipment, limited non negotiable shares, and profits directed to rents, staff wages, and social improvements. The minister supported investigation and potential steps to gather registration details from other states, noting the idea’s popularity in Australia.

Canberra A. Gardiner Victorien New South, Wales Aare Gardiner 10 Commence Toma Tnan Euclety Eograe Johnson A. Q. Eameron Chambers Renmark Berri South Australia

Charter Plans for AR Forces Use of Commonwealth Aircraft

The Commonwealth Government plans chartering Commonwealth owned Douglas DC aircraft and spares to Australian National Airways and Qantas, with arrangements notifying hiring agreements. Allocate aircraft to China and other overseas routes as part of wartime supply and transport efforts.

Commonmraalh Wna Ate Altsonym Ltd

Public Holi for Yarrowlmlu BydnnY, Thuraday

A public Holi event is announced for Yarrowlmlu by a local organizer. The notice references community celebration activities and notes timing set for Thursday, with the Bre ot Yarrow hula mentioned as part of the proceedings.

Execution in Paris court targets French political youth

A contorted report describes an execution in Paris related to French political factions, naming the Court of Justice and figures tied to youth movements. It references the now-defunct blue shirt party and vague charges, with unclear dates and specifics.

Iby Court of Justice Maresl Buaird Blue Shirt

Beasley Defends Food Provision in London Debate

In a broadcast last night MP Beasley defended the claim that the resident minister in Longa had taken food with him. He argued against parental attacks on Labour leadership and the public’s confidence in Labour. Beasley cited his four children and Australian connections to argue for continued aid to families and the distribution of extra food provisions to relatives and friends abroad.

Also Fiiner ALP Longa Sesalvy Hla Lara Fel Mee Beaslay Australie Britain Hranafer Tor Ehelt Childern Bogiah Poole Odenim Bey London

Black Dragon Society Fight At ROW Camp Tragedy

A chaotic clash at ROW Camp involving the Black Dragon Society ends in a fatality. Coroner records Ko Win Bhi as among the dead after a confrontation linked to the group. Witnesses indicate Ko Xin Bhi sought to protect someone, but the scene grew violent and an apparent refusal to cooperate followed.

Black Dragon Society Ko Hein Ko Hein Paid That Kyo Xin

Export Ban Lifts on 58 Commodities Immediate Rise in Supply

The acting Minister for Customs Mr Dedman announced an export ban on 58 commodities will be lifted as supply improves. The list includes items such as chocolates, confectionery, cocoa, wine, beer, bread yeast, and other staples, signaling tighter control easing amid shortages.

My. Dedman

Readers' Views Bus Service Issues in Canberra

A reader describes dangerous driving and poor conditions on Canberra’s Omni bus service. Complaints include crowded rides, unsafe speed and cornering, a driver’s rude behavior, and a near miss that highlighted risk to women and children. The piece notes wider transport concerns and mentions a rail workers’ strike and potential impacts.

Canberra Cariemnes Lune Merk Hacegard Gite Kingston Blin Ater Manwkaela Furneaux Ainge Frankin Street Furpeaux Street Tradex and Labour Council Mare Act

University Lecturer Killed In Brisbane Slums Brawl

A university lecturer was killed during a brawl in Brisbane slums as police investigate a chaotic street incident. Witnesses report a violent confrontation near Malbourme Halvocalty with conflicting accounts of those involved and strained community tensions.

Brisbane

Full Transport Needs Noted for March 6

Reports indicate transport restrictions will be enforced on March 4 for Parliament opening. Canberra union and Transport Workers unit notified the interior minister that transport will be limited on March 4. One union pledges support, offering arrangements to facilitate transport as required.

Thaloo Canberra Union Dette Transport Work Era O Ne Union

Home Building The Raltor in Canberra era

A fragmented report notes housing in Canberra during a time when homes were scarce and government policy influenced home ownership. It highlights working people buying links to build, with mentions of Linck Wand and efforts to encourage workers to construct homes amid shortages.

Canberra Tima Air Oliphant Calberra Cmi Kimber oMfclala Wienaelt Anders

Manpower Controls To Extend Month Limitation

Report summarizes continuation of manpower controls in Melbourne and ATL region. It notes the Labour Minister Holloway approves extending restrictions for March and May. Employers may hire workers without penalties during the transition, yet female labor shortages persist in hospitals and textile sectors.

Melbourne Holloway Eom

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