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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 10, 1945
Page
2
Fragmented wire service style brief notes a clipper crash near Port of Spain with casualties and ongoing investigations. Mentions Allied forces, a planeflight incident, and later military truck releases in Ney. Read as a garbled early 20th century clipping with scattered place names and figures.
The acting Penn Mintter announced after a War Cabinet meeting yesterday that the age limit of the vouchers for discharged service members to buy civilian goods would continue. He also stated that 40,000 rail passes allocated to army facilities would be released to the retail market shortly.
Melbourne reports a government vegetable program aiming to produce about 20 million pounds this year. It notes a near doubling over last year as 35 hydrating plants will operate to meet the goal across the region.
The Festeral Court at Hetroit sentenced HW Romanian yrteata and Romanian publishers to five years imprisonment and to pay fines. Government officials protested a riot movement to aid Carol and warned the public about attempting to assist Carol entering the country or reclaiming a throne.
Authorities grant municipal power to loan funds for housing repairs and renovations. Government Act enables ratepayer funding for improvements, with plans to support estate repairs and modernization. Officials say loans could form groups among councils to finance projects.
Forecasters warn of hot conditions with broken clouds and dry winds. Temperatures ease modestly later as a cool southerly change approaches. scattered storms expected over the Far West with isolated thunderheads. Strong north winds and a dust storm are possible in eastern areas.
Weather data appears garbled with illegible figures and units. Readable details include a forecast for Canberra with a high near 66 degrees and a mention of a 24 hour period of wind and precipitation readings.
A critical call questions whether the Australian Government knew of and informed Parliament about landings and operations in New Guinea and the Philippines. The writer argues for prompt, truthful public statements by ministers and accountability for suppressing or delaying information. The piece judges postwar governance as undermining morale and urging future candor with Australian soldiers and the nation.
A garbled notice lists attendees and organizations including Australian Com Turia Hand Family Welfare Burak and the Anime Appeal Warin's Availing. It references the Wo mian's section and various groups such as Mund Women's Hoole and Country Worura Association in an unclear event invitation.
A cheery report on a Sydney air crash states several people were killed when a plane forced to land veered off. The dead include members of the RAI and two BAAC personnel. Names given are Henry Alien Taylor of Bat tery Street Clovelly and corporal Bruce Brownjohn of Glebe Hold Meraweth.
Unions threaten a hospital employees strike including ambulance workers after renewed grievances. The planned walkout would begin after meetings on January 18, affecting more than 6,000 employees across 210 district hospitals, though five metropolitan hospitals will not be involved.
A partial eclipse will begin at 6 pm with the greatest phase at 4:20 pm and ending around 0.29 am. Australians are warned not to view the eclipse with the naked eye and to be careful when observing the event from Sunday into Monday.
Distorted text indicates a wartime style ration plan with measures on cooked meat and food distribution. Mentions Melbourne and Fremantle, with hints of stricter controls, price or rent limits, and efforts against black markets. Names and exact figures are unclear due to damaged OCR.
The Commonwealth and British governments discuss a child migration scheme linking England and Australia. Plans propose shipping selected orphans and their accompanying guardians, with Australia to bear costs up to 81000 pounds and migration offices to operate in multiple countries. Cabinets are to review recommendations and ensure reciprocity before final decisions.
Australia House in London reports growing inquiries from English servicemen and technicians about power options in Australia. De Clemente, who paid yesterday, returned from a food walkover representing the Commonwealth Food Centre in America, noting weeks of general interest in settlement possibilities.
Acting Prime Minister Mr. Forde notes that adopting a joint Australian Army canteens service would incur heavy upfront costs and ongoing maintenance, with reports from the Controller-General and Army Lines of Communication HQ. Woolworth Building facilities in Brisbane were cited as potentially needed if the plan proceeded, while Belahone reports indicate the Australian Army Canteens Service has supplied adequate facilities to date and future troop distribution may not justify full personal staffing and building use at Woolworths.
The Lis mare council asked the Federal Government to deter the sale and to investigate the process. The buyer reportedly planned to resell the property for 15 pounds per acre, with 100 Naturaline Skallan prepared to lend 5,000 pounds for the purchase.
Commonwealth and NSW governments consider drought relief payments to milk producers as talks run on. A joint committee of federal and state officers will design payment methods while ensuring fair distribution and avoiding production disruption. Government discussions include potential withholding payments or releasing stockpiled funds if conditions justify action.
The article discusses rising milk prices tied to shortages, noting minimal gains from production cuts and government backing for affected farmers. It emphasizes state support as drought conditions hit metropolitan mills differently, prompting questions about regional impact and policy responses.
Mr Forde argued the proposed increase from 1/83 to 3/19 would raise ex penses for producers and impact the entire attraction. He warned government hesitation could trigger hold ups and retrospective actions.
The inquiry states the current average farm to dairy farmer return, including 294 and a gallon, provides fair profit under normal production values. Abnormal conditions not fully considered, no arithmetic error by the Prices Commissioner. dispute centers on the method of calculating industry-wide support and proper allowances for depreciation and working practices.
London reports tribute by Minister for Labour Bevin to merchant seamen at the Joint Maritime Commission opening. He lauds their service and courage during wartime and discusses plans for improved accommodation, while a new book on Britain's merchant navy traces private ships under state management and seafaring endurance.
Mrs Curtin, wife of the Prime Minister, will visit Perth on January 17 ahead of a planned Canberra tour. The trip follows Curtin’s schedule as he prepares for his official duties in the capital.
A discussion notes Britain’s food strategy during postwar distribution. It highlights subsidies, school milk, jam use, and garden schemes, contrasting with Australia’s limited commodities and central planning. The debate mentions Commonwealth leaders, London ministers, and aims to equalize distribution while maintaining nutrition.
The minister discussed social services plans delayed till March due to accommodation shortages in Canberra and budget estimates. The social services ministry faced internal divisions and staffing concerns as discussions referenced a total cost around 15,008,000.
Australia reports that the Victory Loan reached its initial quota with Charm being the first to reach the subscription target. The Third Victory Loan was launched on 08 March 18, with subsequent events scheduled to begin from the date of judging.
War Cabinet approved a scheme to retain service hospital care for ex servicemen up to twelve months after discharge or until rehabilitation into full time work. Payments of 30 shillings weekly for dependents and accommodation support were outlined, with conditions on continued government or state hospital costs. Rehabilitation and temporary housing periods were emphasized for disabled veterans.
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