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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 06, 1947

Page

2

Cabinet May Move For Compulsory Unionism

A January 10 meeting discussed compulsory unionism as a likely legislative goal. The bill would require universal joining and support within the industry, with early backing from key figures and potential cross party support if consensus forms.

Pyoney Runiny Tipet Ness Ronmder Bill m Claure Priiti Reg Emlae Caine Lunioniam Laue Toore

Theatre Royal Drury Lane and Daly's Theatre Fire Details

Fragmented wartime notes describe damage to Theatre Royal Drury Lane and Daly's Theatre with estimates around 30 000 pounds now, 16 000 existing. National housing drive funded repairs. plaster replaced by soap and lime wash. Worn by bombs, theatres in London faced reconstruction with Wren’s work cited. historic venues tied to David Garrick and Nell Gwyn.

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Canberra Hospital Board Crisis Refers to Elective Member Appointment

A Canberra hospital board controversy centers on the appointment process for elected representatives, alleging government influence and a lack of community power. The narrative argues elected members should answer the people, not act on private aims or imperial authority, and calls for accountability and democratic governance.

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Exhibition of 72 Reamples by New Zealand Painter Crabbe

An exhibition of 72 works by New Zealand artist Helen Crabbe opened at City studios on Bale arday. The event, initiated by Miss Swaniy Huseni, showcases Crabbe’s portraits with a focus on character over form, drawing visitors to the studio in Ryaney.

New Zealand Rabbe Biss Swaniy Huseni Ihearia Hice Crabiss Juing Awbtan Ryaney Wing Teaver Singland Aurie Waasreel Peta Fruth HoweEkty Atom Tanater Thin Traniuune May David Lind Ehnrarthr Emeuanniat Amd Howe Ciiborea Clude Netrawundal Turner

Fire delay hits Australian liner project amid chaos

Fragments show a disrupted report about a newly planned Australian liner delayed by fire. Names, places, and details are garbled but indicate government involvement and ship construction challenges. The text mentions engineers, a ship, and urgent actions to resume work amid safety concerns.

Forecast: Duetride Duo Fine and Somer Weather Story

A forecast notes that Routheastern Duetride members Fine and Somer are featured amid nutty winds and a mix of slight to smooth readings. It mentions increasing danger from constant calder trends and related conditions.

Canberra Weather Saturday Report

Weather data for Canberra shows variable readings with temperatures around 8 to 23 degrees, wind notes and rainfall measurements. Specific times list morning and afternoon figures, including inches and degrees, indicating a detailed daily climatology segment.

U S Dairymen Face Price Manipulation Rumors

Fragmented OCR text reports alleged price manipulation involving U S dairymen and a corporate association linked to New York Mercantile Exchange activities. Details are unclear due to garbled source wording but imply government scrutiny and market intervention steps planned for December.

Migrants Camp Superior To Suared Rooms

In a British builder migrant camp, workers are to be housed in structured rooms with shared facilities. The camp plans include private quiet houses and hotels for families, with a mess and recreation space. The example of a local hostel shows the approach to migrant accommodation.

Migraite Iat Peiorea Ieee Man

French Policy Response and Treasury Bond Market Report

The report outlines a French policy response to Blum and details a surge in treasury bond activity. It notes more than 240 million bonds in the global market, with recent loans negotiated at 226 percent interest amid tense financial conditions.

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Boy Breaks Leg in Fall From Horse Near Perry

An 11 year old boy from Sut ter Tyne Aina named Perry broke a leg in a fall from a horse yesterday afternoon. He was taken to a local hospital after the incident and his father, Bouthwall, reports he is recovering from surgery with condition listed as fair.

Perry. Douthwoth Sutter Tyne Aina Hove Bouthwall Auftared

Industrial Board Hearing On Interim Wage Request

The Industrial Board meets today to hear an application by the union and a Labour member regarding interim wage rates under the Federal Arbitration Act. The case involves a worker at the Kingston Stores Department and alleged bias favoring management and a state of discrimination against a potential union member.

Canberra Athi Trafjon Caar Aleowy Etna Meintou O Kingston Anamen

Alpine rescue stretcher methods reduce risk in cliff work

An unclear report describes rescue crews using stretchers and portable gear to lower injured climbers from steep cliffs. It notes operators coordinating lowering lines and safety measures with attention to timing and terrain, but many details are garbled.

Employers Seek Govt Policy to Stabilize Industry

A memorandum from the Council of Employers' Federations urges the Government to define clear policy to promote industrial peace. It calls for strengthening the Arbitration Court with broader powers, compulsory recognition of unions, penalties for noncompliance, and government guidance to balance production and labor welfare while maintaining national employment and tax revenue. The memo stresses collaboration among government, employers, and workers to sustain postwar production and prevent industrial strife.

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Housing Output Rises as 1946 Ends

Housing progress improves late 1946 with 78 homes completed in the last months and 22 more finished in December. Outlook for 1947 remains brighter due to British trade arrivals and released funds from Canberra Technical College, though shortages and Commonwealth allocation gaps for ACT housing loom.

Canberes Technical College Commonwealth A.ct Department of Works Canberra ACT HMG Minda Awa Beato A.C T

Positive Plans for Private Enterprise and Government

A 1940 document outlines private enterprise efforts to outmaneuver government controls. It proposes a standing body in Canberra to assess material needs, coordinate supply, and improve efficiency. A pilot plan at Ryde aims for uniform standards to boost home building output and industrial resources.

Mabing Lyala Aimtributtan Avaltunie Gcanberya Menta i Regula Depertimanta Ryde Mallpower

Play Centre Opens Today at Westlake

Westlake Play Centre opens today with a program for children from the area. The scheme, funded by health authorities and the YMCA, aims to provide supervised play, books, and activities. Local organizers seek donations of children’s reading materials and books to support junior programs.

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Tobacco subsidy ends and prices rise today

Government announces end of tobacco subsidy with price increases on cigarettes and tobaccos. Major brands listed will see higher prices due to cost of raw materials and wartime subsidies being withdrawn. Retailers warned that most stock will carry the new prices and consumers will bear the cost.

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Russia resumes work on world’s tallest building

Moscow resumes construction of the Palace of the Bolshoi, intended to be the world’s tallest building, reportedly 120 feet higher than the Aspire Building, with renewed effort and plans underway.

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