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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 09, 1945
Page
4
District discussions focus on labour problems on farms, dairy terms, and manpower in the region. A Canberra abattoirs plan and storage shed issues are debated, with government ministers to push Cabinet on boosting output and drought relief.
The article lists Lottery No 1181 drawn today with prizes including First Prize No B4108 The Little cure and Second Prize No RATEL quack Quack Syndicate Parrameta Road Croydon. Fourth Prize No 777M Contant ment Syndicate Grant 18 Napier Birnet Paddington.
In Canberra the acting Prime Minister Mr. Forde pledges milk price and supply actions will not be tolerated to avoid strikes. Dairymen insist milk production should not be diverted to other uses and warn no milk will be sent from the north if conditions remain.
Fragmented OCR text notes rising waterfront pillaging and police shortages. It mentions nine recorded incidents, limited staff hindering patrols, and a growing black market. The passage references patrols near a pontoon area and general crime pressure without clear dates or locations.
A damaged report describes Italian prisoners of war in civilian clothes arrested after a Saturday night transit to Lismore. A control officer stated breeches went unreported a month ago, with further details unclear due to garbled text.
A Sydney report notes poor quality Australian clothing and textiles. The piece mentions English letters from fashion houses and critiques the materials, fabrics, and undergarments worn by Australian women, highlighting widespread dissatisfaction with workmanship and design.
The Disposals Commission announces the sale of 48 Manchester trucks to private buyers. Vehicles are privately owned and powered, intended for farm work. Purchases will go through official trade channels. Public release expected from the Ryde car park.
The article reports the exoneration of Munro by Asc stewards. Details are garbled with stray names and unclear context but indicate a suspension tied to Seana nets street event and Bliss Terbury on a Saturday. No clear dates, locations, or outcomes are fully readable.
A brief item notes a supposed new quick relief for burning feet ailments, mentioning a product or remedy but offering no proven details or endorsements. The fragment lacks clear dates names or sources to verify claims.
Deputy Lander of Opponie ton paid today that part of the report from the inner departmental command on the conduct and operation of all fined items could be used by the Acting Prime Minister. The report was to be published fully and was no longer confidential. The government manager pledged to maintain an armed quiet attitude toward officers and the service of rejected men of knowledge in national interest reports.
An official from the Supply Department announced a manpower push for the clothing industry. Up to 8,090 recruits from school ages are needed to manufacture garments such as underwear and pyjamas to meet wartime production goals.
A report by the Police Commissioner alleges cruelty at the recent Police Royal Club rodeo. Prosecutions have been launched against Sclala] in the carnival by the RAP CA. The minister said the matter would be considered.
Mr TD Rield of the Supply Department announces 20,000 outfits to be offered for civilian sale within the next two weeks. The garments were originally made for discharged servicemen in grey and blue brown tan. Prices are not fixed yet but expected around £6.
The Deputy Director of WOT said married couples in one room and kitchen homes could not be granted cottage building permission due to limited power and materials. He noted defining urgent cases was hard, and official staff average 70 to 80 hours weekly. He has sought more staff for months with little success.
Metropolitan Health Officer Dr. Drew notes ongoing plague risk from infected cats with red fleas. He explains routine flea testing in Health Department labs and periodic checks for fleas. Last Australian outbreak cited as 1923.
South Grafton ARU branch voted last night to give 14 days notice of an intention to stage a hours stoppage unless grievances are settled. The planned action would affect North Grafton and the northern railway, disrupting train services across all ARU sections.
An Australian hospital official seeks clarification from the Health Department as leper patients gain liberty due to a lack of confinement facilities. Authorities fear rising leprosy cases last year and question how to manage the lazaret under state control.
Buyers at Flemington Balya rday day viewed a heavy supply of sheep and lambs with 62 810 forward. Market steady with little change from prior sale and quality showing a light improvement. An exceptionally large cattle yarding of 2687 head saw prime quality steady while other classes were irregular with cheaper valuations. Wethers to 34 shillings, lambs to 30, hoggets to 21, prime cattle to 17, prime heavy bullocks to 47, prime steer to 54 shillings per 100 pounds.
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