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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 08, 1946
Page
2
The Curtin family of Campbell Street Ainslie thank relatives and friends for cards and messages sent after the loss of their son in the Royal Australian Air Force. They request continued prayers and support during this time.
A fragmentary roll of honour lists Safah dear Friend, Able Beaman Tatlle Law renze Hart, killed it Linidgertull, Lou and The. The incomplete text implies a memorial notice naming fallen individuals and their association.
A Pan American aircraft embarked on its inaugural Pacific flight, comparing its 7007 mile route to the 7982 mile Bia route. Early reports suggest the voyage demonstrates capability and efficiency, with industry observers noting the aircraft performance and navigation through the Pacific air lanes.
A skeleton staff remained on duty at the Gindeeville Mental Waspmatte day as female nurses held a meeting to discuss working conditions. The vote led to an inquiry into operations and possible restraint to ease patient overcrowding at the in-patient facility.
Canada shows strong interest in expanding overseas trade says Trade Commissioner M. Croft upon arrival in Bygd. He notes exports and imports from Australia, including dried fruits, wool, tallow, and sheep products, and expresses hope that shipments of Australian can be continued to aid Canada’s wartime economy.
Amid Manila protests, American soldiers march against slow demobilisation, demanding faster repatriation. Demonstrations were planned across multiple meetings led by military officials and Union representatives as they press for quicker homeward moves and policy changes by the War Department.
Jobin Tunbriler, 21, a Canberra telephone mechanic, suffered an injury to his right hand while working on a ringing machine. He was admitted to Canberra Community Hospital for treatment.
The Polish emigre government and forces faced dissolution as Prime Minister Morowakiy stated Britain’s appeal to Liquidet and the CAC General At Sera shaped Polish policy. The action followed tensions near Polish borders and aimed to prevent further Polishite disruption.
Forecasts indicate a coastal region with mid to warm temperatures and gentle winds. Expect varying conditions across central western areas with mild warmth, southeast winds, and occasional showers especially on higher lands.
Fragmented passages discuss religious sanction versus atheistic doubt, education, and authority. References to Galileo, Renaissance thought, and changing attitudes toward faith, science, and parental influence appear amid long quoted conjectures on belief, tolerance, and moral instruction.
Fragmented OCR text presents garbled phrases about future preparation and resistance. No clear events, names, dates, or places are legible to identify a specific person or organization. The readable fragments indicate a general discussion rather than a complete news item.
In a Canberra Times discussion, the potential of Burrinjuck Dam as a major inland recreation site is urged. The piece notes water resources on the Murrumbidgee and Gondridigbee rivers, calls for steady irrigation feeder reservoirs, and argues for public access and improved facilities for Canberra and southern New South Wales towns. It highlights past neglect, urging state authorities to unlock Burrinjuck’s opportunities for regional benefit.
The Governor General and the Prime Minister attended a formal admiralty ceremony yesterday aboard HMA King George V before his departure. The Royal party received the Honourable Mr Wyatt, Minister for Northern Atul, and honored officials as part of the visit.
The air station at Wagga will be closed and transferred to Forvat, becoming a permanent RAAT with 1,000 attractions. Early wartime training at the station evolved into later roles, with Worrest Hilla noted in the changing program as facilities shift location and purpose.
The Times notes the dissolution of the famous New Zealand Division in London after heavy fighting, with administrative clearances in Blaly and the Sgiddle Rast. It states the division, now about 4000 strong, will contribute to New Zealand’s occupation forces in Japan.
Madrin Monday reports a large assembly of army navy and air force officers pledged unconditional support for General Franco. The attendees say those who entrusted defence of their country to others have learned the hard way and expressed full backing for Franco.
The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester travel with their twins from Sydney to Tasmania aboard the King George V. They are greeted by officials including the Attorney-General and Minister for External Affairs. crowds line Circular Quay as naval ships salute.
Rescuers faced dangerous wreckage as a goods van carried a true consign ment of whitky was derailed at Biere bill Station. Powerfully they cleared debris to save survivors with one man killed amid a chaotic railway accident in the capital.
Swan Mansorar of the Indian hockey team arrived in New Zealand during a Monday visit to attend training and discuss prospects with the New Zealand side. The visit aims to strengthen ties and review potential friendly matches with Australia for upcoming events.
The Australian External Affairs Minister Dr Merah says all belligerents must have a place at the peace table and warns against allowing the major powers to veto terms. He notes Australia’s wartime support and argues for nonexclusive decisions on postwar settlements and the Far Eastern Advisory Commission’s preliminary work. He cites Canada South Africa New Zealand and various European Commonwealth nations as supporting broad discussion and equal participation in shaping postwar terms.
A rough draft from Ontario proposes nine provinces share Ottawa taxes via a national adjustment fund. It calls for 10 percent of corporation and personal income taxes to be allocated to each province, with grants distributed by fiscal needs and a guaranteed minimum fund of at least 9 million dollars annually.
The Wartime Production Executive of Cabinet winds down operations after a period of directing manpower, production and finance for war needs. Transfers to civilian programs follow and Subcommittees wind up as the agency shifts to peacetime controls and civil production.
A Manchester Guardian leader condemns U.S. information policy and presses for reform, citing alleged press manipulation and distrust in American agencies. The piece argues the State Department should avoid heavy-handed control and instead seek more credible, independent reporting.
The report notes that officers and men below 120 points face termination or reassignment as part of garrison duty changes. Air Commodore Cabby and Wing Commander W. N. Cinean are among those affected, with inland postings and long service considerations under review by TRC and AIC authorities.
In Sydney on Monday the Commissioner for Taxation stated early agreement between Britain and Australia on double taxation was hoped for. He noted attendance by officials and that sessions would continue while discussions focus on balancing fiscal policies.
Sydney reports Jiner advocates a brisk travel push to New Zealand aboard the Interstate liner Katoombe. The voyage to Wellington, NZ, with 700 civilians aboard, aims to improve regulation and shipping efficiency under new group formats.
A report from Sydney notes an AA-member of the Righter mintan being taken prisoner when May luya capitulated. Hay arrived in Sydney while contending a 40,000 acre tract near Banieke was claimed by Land Department officials. The claimant Bfumiey-Felphard Green remained in ponds during captivity until returning to Australia. The land was valued at 813,000.
Prime Minister announces Allied occupation forces will begin arriving in Japan by late February. Australia and Britain plan to deploy army and air force units to Shin area including Fukuyama and Kure with interim naval strength approved for review later.
Community voices from Canberra Northside urge action to calm opposition spurred by shopfront closures and “the Monk Are so quite literally mallee apart” cries for civic centre improvements. Citizens fear rising costs and disruption as plans for a revitalised Civic Centre threaten the north side’s daily life. Local groups call for united development and timely, practical food and shopping access to sustain Canberrans.
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