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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 07, 1944
Page
2
The readable text appears to be a damaged historical Australian newspaper header with garbled names and phrases. It mentions Canberra Kingston Wellington and several proper nouns, but most content is unreadable, leaving only partial readable fragments and a request for confirmation by a papers committee.
A revived twofold bay whaling industry is proposed with bets on a century of operation. An American businessman and a local council member outline plans and leadership, with fishing to come under the supervision of a government authority and worker arrangements described for new hires.
Farmers request Labour Ministry to state job needs as manpower board and Army presence discussed. unclear text mentions tentative dates and responses from officials, with references to June and Friday terms.
The Moscow position defends Russia’s stance on the Polish frontier at the postwar border, arguing that the old Polish borders were drawn after the war and should not be treated as fixed. It warns against any retroactive claims and stresses the need for direct talks with Poland or a broader agreement with Allies to ensure a fair settlement. The piece notes mixed signals from Russia the United States and Britain about joint wartime aims and cautions that any move toward a puppet regime in Poland could threaten European stability and the unity of the Allies.
Disjointed note references watermelon prices and Australian defense figures. Mentions Melbourne and December timing, with references to officials, air force matters, and potential price ticket discussions amid ongoing military and maritime concerns in the region.
A garbled World War II dispatch notes lighter U S casualties at Tarawa. The fragment references wartime reports and mentions Lavette and a “Department of Save Relations” with unclear attribution, rendering specifics uncertain.
The U S Navy announced that the submarine Pompano was operating near the Supanene frontier in search of underwater activity. No details on mission or status were given.
Fragmented text records 1943 bravery awards including five awards of Who V.C. and other decorations. Mentions of Bydeny and Thotels de Mioister appear garbled. reference to Alaeteslian battles and naval actions remains unclear.
A descolumn brief notes that India is projected to harvest a record rice crop. Early estimates suggest total production could exceed prior records, with figures around 28.9 million tons reported as a target for the coming season. The report mentions favorable weather and agricultural progress across major rice belts.
The American Federation of Labour plans to feature a Labour tribute from MacArthur in its Monthly Federationist magazine. The message praises soldiers and nation, with May God bless you all for your splendid patriotism. The Federationist did not specify the receipt date when addressing press inquiries.
Premier announces that a state government decision will hand over a cheque to the Red Cross Society. The gesture, tied to taxation and annual collections, follows a Federal Cross meeting in Rend. on December 1st.
fragmented notes describe a Food Front effort mobilizing munition workers for temporary roles at factories and rail yards. Cabinet and federal authorities face delays, with army involvement and stalled administrative renewals affecting applications from farmers and industry.
The government plans to treat rabbiting as a protected industry to secure supplies for India. Officials say manpower and imports will be managed, with emphasis on reducing costs and boosting local production. The minister notes two rabbits per person could aid training and meet demand.
A wartime Australian report discusses new military rules impacting punishments and promotions for female services and officers. The piece notes changes to authority at the headquartes, powers to investigate charges, and the handling of service infractions amid a 46th division context.
DFC citations announced for air force achievements at Darwin and Rabaul. Flight-Lieutenant Autrey John Taymond Ontee of 8 Veda Street Hamiton received praise for courage during a dangerous mission, with several officers noted for exceptional navigation, gunnery, and leadership against Japanese forces.
In severe weather an army tug rescued a 12000 ton freighter and a smaller lighter near the North Australian coast. The lighter fouled the freighter’s anchor chain, the tug crew battled dense fog and high seas to secure lines, lifting both vessels to safety despite damage to propelling gear.
Melbourne reports on current indicators showing limited progress toward the target for canned fruit and jams. The Jam Preserving Association warns that reaching goals depends on immediate scientific labour and manpower support to meet demands placed by authorities.
Report notes surplus produce led to cabbage shipments dumped at Cry Coun ri dump near Pajfield after purchase by the Department of Commerce to ease the glut. Details unclear due to damaged text. Manageable items include cabbage looding and market impact.
Sydney report from Thursday details NAW director Bellamore stating about one thousand women and married women without children are employed to fill labors in education and administrative roles. The note adds that women show preference for jobs offering longer tenure and fewer handicaps, with implications for earnings and opportunity.
Fragmentary notes describe rations and pricing strategies amid wartime shortages. Mentions Hebrew and other institutions, with references to a person named Binietor and a plan to ration meat through a home kitchen context.
AAP dispatch notes that an air route emerging north of Burma suppresses road delays. An air transport network links distant towns, with crews reporting improved rescue odds and faster deliveries. The piece mentions gasoline costs, jungle routes, and the new pipeline to connect northern Burma with China.
War correspondent describes brutal acts by German forces in liberated regions. Dozens of villages raided at dawn. villagers locked in wooden stalls set ablaze. 380 children burned in Domansvicw school. survivors hide in underground burrows. atrocity reports include severed eyes and mutilation.
A fragmented report from New York describes the surrender of Adduros forces in the Philippines under an amnesty. It notes a declaration of events dated October 04 16 and subsequent movements around January 20, with references to prewar Commonwealth government efforts and regional leadership.
Fragmented wartime report in London notes prisoners feel reassured by care and humane treatment. British sources, including Daily Mail paraphrase, quote grateful comments from inmates about reception, conditions, and morale amid ongoing war.
A 1943 monthly report from the Australian dairy industry shows a sharp drop in butter production through November compared with the same period in 1942. Total output fell from 72,888 tons in 1942 to 42 tons by mid November.
A tersely reported case states that Sir Malcolm Campbell was fined five pounds after a technical offence. The proceedings at Lewes, East Sussex, included a charge about placing ring guns on his country estate, with terms about grievous bodily harm deleted from the charge.
Rouiorn correspondent at Altera reports heavy fighting near San Vittore as Fifth Army attacks along a broad front. Bombardments and ground assaults press the Germans while Allied forces push toward Rome, with heavy winter weather limiting operations. General Lease takes command of the Eighth Army, succeeding Montgomery, as Allied efforts to breach German defenses intensify amid uncertain terrain and weather.
Chungking dispatches say Chinese forces have captured all villages surrounding Owchihkow, a Japanese river port north of Tungting Lake. The Chinese then push about 190 yards toward Owchihkow as they advance north of Tungting Lake.
Washington reports Major Edward Creag, of Greenwich Connecticut, credited with downing 15 Japanese planes while commanding a squadron known as The Pork Hunters during action since December 1940. Creag earned decoration as one of the South West Pacific theater’s notable pilots.
Perth inquest heard the death of Wondermen at Two Rocks as a gunner’s misfire caused an incident. Witnesses testified about activities nearby and noted authorities were aware of the incident earlier, with statements tying the event to local military area use.
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