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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 12, 1946
Page
2
In January, a regional meeting held at Centerra Deemer addressed community concerns. Attendees from Newplxl and nearby areas discussed duties of residents, while a related report notes a Desh- Site event involving Ritherd Johny and CA eaT Ie. The date January 2 was highlighted for a planned action.
A fragment notes a marriage engagement between a son of Mr and A Moret of Warford in Harttorganire. Details are incomplete and unclear due to damaged OCR.
Job listing notes an experienced second cook position with duties and conditions. Applications requested to Hiatal Wingsine at the specified address.
Applications invited from individuals aged 20 to 30 for the post of Medical Assistant in the Provisional Administration of Papua and New Guinea. Details cover probation, salary, qualifications, examination, and submission deadline to the Secretary, Department of External Territories, Canberra.
Recruitment notice seeks multiple education posts in the Commonwealth system. Applicants must provide full name birth date qualifications present employment, experience, and references. Salary figures are listed with allowances. applications close after a set date at the Director, Commonwealth Office of Education in Sydney.
Commonwealth of Australia seeks temporary typists and general office staff in Canberra and across Commonwealth Departments. Applications invited from those with typing ability. qualifications desirable but not essential. Details from the Public Service Seaport Civic Centre. Wages and terms vary. apply in writing to the Office of the High Commissioners, Canberra.
Fragmentary OCR hints at a meta news montage listing many outlets including The Cosharre Time The Daily Telagrash and The New York Times. It hints at a plea for fair coverage and distance from wrongs, with scattered references to assistance and unity.
The article reflects on the cradle of the United Nations at Westminster and the enduring central role of law, faith, and determination in building a lasting peace. It recalls the League of Nations era, the need for all nations to commit, and the belief that collective will can carry humanity toward a future without war.
Weather summary notes a barometer around 29.924 inches at 9 am and a temperature near 86.0 Fahrenheit. Humidity at 64 percent and winds shifting from 3 mph at 9 am to 16 mph from the north north west by 3 pm.
Forecasts indicate mainly warm conditions in the Southern Districts with a southwesterly to easterly wind and scattered thunderstorm potential. North regions may see gusty winds, local thunder storms, and some rain as a cold front approaches, with moderating temperatures later.
All coal pits are operating in New South Wales for the first time since August. Authorities estimate weekly output around 310,008 tons, with stoppages and breakdowns easing. The improvement comes after days of limited production and equipment failures.
A government note outlines a proposed Canberra Narooma omnibus route, detailing operation by a specified party and awaiting approval. The inquiry references Mr R Hill and Mr Beale, with involvement from local commerce interests and the Bateman’s Bay area, noting planning stages near Dodie.
Fragment shows names and discharges from the Royal Australian Air Force linked to a lottery drawing. Mentions Airforce House, Oliver Street, and various prize numbers with partial identifications such as GW G Trang and W. Gantiner. Context indicates a post discharge lottery event with multiple entries and prizes listed in broken OCR.
Senator Keane will depart Australia January 22 for a trade mission to Washington and London. Talks aim to reach only provisional trade agreements within an Empire bloc framework with Dominion participation. The mission, delayed from earlier dates, will see Keane return to Australia after London and Washington talks conclude.
Directo of Ponta and Tele Mr J Mae Jane outlined plans to delay trunk line service and boost telephone coverage. Proposed 40 percent growth in trunk lines from Sydney and 150 rural automatic exchanges delivering 24 hour service to remote areas. Experimental telegraph and radiophoto wiring to be tested in Five Years with cost estimates of 11,000,000 for remodelling and 1,600,000 for automatic exchanges.
A wartime notice discusses sugar shortages for jam making. It notes ongoing rationing and that restricted supplies would be allocated equitably. Households are urged to conserve by alternatives like drying and pulping while the Sugar Commission works to ease restrictions.
Fragmented report notes additional warships expected to depart Sydney this month. It mentions Carrier Vengeance and other troop ships with uncertain dates and unclear spelling, including references to January arrivals and various vessels from Lab Han and Mata.
The Frisco Golf Championship featured 127 competitors with Slim Kerrier from Australia winning four titles in one event. The prize money totaled £30,000 at the tournament venue, Gordon Landing, with Candler and Harper also noted in the event results.
A government plan in New South Wales offers 23 000 farms for returning servicemen. The minister announced land grants up to 420 000 pounds value with restrictions. Proceedings discuss prior arrangements with the Commonwealth and current settlement details for veterans.
The Agricultural Council and Manding Committees will meet in Kenrumry to discuss postwar issues. The Minister for Commerce and Agriculture indicated agenda items cover postwar production, gas production and marketing, and the vegetable area in wheat. Reassessments of tobacco industry recompenses approved by the government will be reviewed during discussions on future marketing organization.
The writer criticizes Canberra’s water and fruit supply and urges action to improve shop stock and prices. He cites local traders and calls Cantberra residents to halt buying until stores stock better fruit and vegetables. Dated January 31 1846 and signed by One of the Younger Generations.
The article discusses government housing policy and a decision to discontinue a housing initiative. It notes opposition from individuals who argue the plan unfairly excludes those without funds to participate and impacts veterans and other residents awaiting access to homes.
A badly garbled note indicates H.M.A.S Australia is under repair in Britain and expected to arrive in Sydney about February next month. Details are unclear but the destination and timing point to a naval ship nearing completion of repairs and due to sail to Australia in the near future.
Readable fragments indicate a large butter theft at a Norv facility with boxes and packages seized by authorities. Details are incomplete with possible dates and locations obscured by OCR errors.
Readable segments show Holy Communion and evening services at Anglican, Catholic, Presbyterian, Congregational, Baptist and Salvation Army churches. Also listed are catechetical meetings, confessions, and youth offerings across multiple parishes with varying times and locations.
A damaged excerpt discusses proposed petrol price reductions. It mentions the Prime Minister and the Australian Auto White Rendation seeking a 24 gallon cut, with the Secretary G Paterson arguing for support to subsidize the artificial drop. The text references a fuel adjustment fund and impact on Commonwealth payments.
The minister for Supply proposes increased petrol allowances and hints at potential liberalization once new legislation is ratified by the American Congress. Officials caution against immediate complete abandonment of rationing, awaiting broader approval and funding to cover petrol and essential commodities.
Government officials indicate plans to extend the existing oil pool arrangement until June thirty. They note the delay may postpone the move and that current provisions for the pool remain in effect.
A forthcoming column notes that the Leaving Examination results will be published on Tuesday. Details on how the results will be released and where to view them are expected to be announced in coming days.
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