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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 11, 1944
Page
3
Firefronts lash Victoria with a large-scale blaze extending toward Albury while towns including Wanargerta district suffer destruction and casualties reported as farmers endure one of the region’s worst days. Injuries tally rises as districts such as Clunes and Maryhormuish face losses and extensive damage across farmland.
Reported in a distorted wire, ex fascist leaders including Count Clang and ministers face trial for voting against Mussolini. The case, tied to the Fascist Grand Council, was postponed briefly as defendants were moved from Verona to Crema for proceedings.
Fulday reports indicate a full agreement reached on views of both sides after the Arab unity discussions. A Syrian delegation plans to travel to Arabia for trilateral talks as prep for an Arab congress in Cairo following Lebanon delegation remarks.
Fragmentary report describes shortages under occupation with references to gifts for Wegians, a Christmas girl and Ovo maple, limited meat rations at 3 percent, and Curmana requisitions for stove fuel. It notes Klip Rah as staple Norwegian dinner food during the occupation and hints at looming actions and consequences for the food situation.
District War Agriculture committee discussed keeping wheat within the district to aid poultry farmers and retailers. They considered approaching the Wheat Board and surveyed needs, noting over 1000 bags required. A vegetable transport policy and thistle cutting awards were also debated amid wartime shortages.
Article reports a disputed labor dispute with state police described as on the verge of revolt over conditions. Delegates discuss directions, pay, and potential use of force, with consuls and police officials quoted on handling strikers, volunteers, and possible arrests while committees plan future actions with labor councils.
A distorted report outlines a high ranking naval visit to Sydney with vague references to commanders, Australian personnel from Crete, and scattered notes about naval units and operations. The fragment hints at tensions in the IMIA area and exercises surrounding ships Torbay and others, but details remain garbled.
A grisly incident at a hostel in Gridith involves Land Army girls showing signs of poisoning after a gathering. Sixteen were admitted to hospital. Widespread concern follows as several students fell ill during the evening and others were left resting in dormitories.
Miners defy union discipline and refuse to resume work as pressure grows from the Central Coal Authority. Mr A C Wiles says some miners may be released from the coal industry with Federation consent, while others remain idle amid ongoing protests and production shortfalls at pits including Ceamack mart.
North Sydney Court today charged William Elliott McDonald, 34, with assaulting two police officers during a disturbance at North Sydney on Saturday night. Elliott was fined £3 for assault and £2/8 compensation, plus £2 for helmet damage. A companion, Tilliott, faced related penalties including £2 compensation and £2 fine for indecent exposure.
Sydney hearing reveals CCC worker sought compassionate leave after his wife died in Queensland. John Neale of Coyne paid 50 pounds for alleged disobedience while claiming leave in April 204% from his superior officer. The inquiry noted Neale’s later actions and that he died while away, though details of his condition remained unclear.
Sydney reports a heavy glut of vegetables at the market with tomatoes and other produce offered at giveaway prices. Growers plan a March 19 conference in Sydney to discuss strategies to manage the oversupply and support sales.
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