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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 23, 1944
Page
4
In a terse plea aimed at the Federal Parliament, Tusada Byondy expressed hope for a breakthrough in the Burnshire crisis. The message touched on international ties and anticipated support from opponents and allies alike.
A radio station in New Guinea states the general manager of ABC, Locan Culnew, has been appointed for the opintage of the Guinew'erN. Chief of the Allied Ground Forces General Blamey and the PMG will attend the official opening ceremonies.
The Review notes a 2 044 vote shift toward Trades and Labour candidate Jean O Reilly while other figures stay near yesterday’s totals. Treasurer M McGregor forecasts changes in weekend totals. Causeway Welfare activities, dances, card party, and community events draw large attendances. Estimates show Marge Bolton, Rene O’Brien, Cynette Cottingham, Nola Dwyer, and Myre Brophy as notable participants in various clubs and sports. The report also covers university cricket funds, golf and bowls gatherings, and a street parade planned by local Gir groups. Education and welfare efforts accompany the broader social calendar as committees prepare for a state contest.
Canberra clubs host a varied slate with dances, dinners, and concerts led by the RAAF and Women’s Auxiliary groups. The week features a passing-out dinner for the 69th class, a civilian girls concert, Red Cross activities, and a carnival fundraiser with participation from local organisations and volunteers.
An assortment of health patent remedies for chest nose and throat ailments appears alongside community notices about the YY Centre meetings fund appeals dances and club events. Items mention Beesian products Merzo and a Traitor's Eye talk at the YWCA with names and dates noted.
A local Street War Savings Group gathering in the suburb of Barton discussed neighborhood fundraising activities and street patrol concerns. Attendees, including organizers and residents, outlined efforts to boost community safety and savings initiatives across several blocks.
A scanned list shows contributions to the ACT fund including amounts and identifiers such as 415,384 and references to the Royal Canberra Golf Association. The fragmentary text mentions Beleanen and Wealth Bank seals and a Canberra sports group amid an annual drive.
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