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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 13, 1948
Page
2
Fragmentary text references ship repairs and a workers strike during a reattaining of a vessel. Names and context are garbled, preventing clear identification of people or organizations involved.
Cricketers from India posted two centuries in a Launceston match as Amarnath and Maguey featured with notable knocks. The game timeline mentions Waleuley and Lavers among bowlers, with a risky chase and multiple dismissals. The report also notes a separate indigenous incident in Manda with ten natives dying and thirty injured after a juice cache discovery, cited from a Pacific Monthly letter to the editor.
Weather data from Canberra and surrounding districts reports overcast with showers in eastern districts. Mild to cool temperatures, light to fresh southeasterly winds, rainfall up to 9 mm, and sectional forecast for the Eastern Districts and tablelands with variable readings for several towns.
The Canberra Times reports on international tensions after the London conference failure and rising British concerns over Soviet actions. It notes Churchill and Attlee debates, the need for united defence against nuclear threats, and Australian cabinet discussions stressing deterrence beyond postwar optimism.
Excellency the Governor General W J McKell with Mrs Butler met officials at Admiralty Hall. He attended the Housel Shield cricket match between New South Wales and South Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Saturday morning. The Governor General was present during the event.
Prime Minister and government members hosted a luncheon for Sir Walter Hankinson. Attendees included Cabinet members, Senator Brown, Speaker Roseveari, J. Williamay and other officials from Canada Greene and the High Commission, with representatives from the British Commission and other senior figures.
The half year revenue estimate shows a total of £540,185,000 for the period ending December with a shortfall to Fenny estimated at £14% million. Customs revenue £2,430,000,190 for the half year and social contributions £18,381,000 are shown, payroll tax £7,009,000. Expenditure totals reached £23,073,000 for the half year against full year estimates of £48,138,000, while defence and post war costs are budgeted at £30,38,000 and the account ends with a credit of £5,543,000.
Cabinet last night decided that a secret acoustic laboratory for advising and maintenance of hearing aids for ex servicemen should be housed in all capitals including Betabane. The laboratories will work on relief at the Repatriation Department.
The Commonwealth Government decided to appoint Rear Admiral Collins as Chief of Naval Staff or Naval Member after War Cabinet approval. He becomes the first Australian to hold the post with Britain’s prior chiefs cited.
Officials reported a disrupted Havana hospital board conference with calls to end the session after tensions over economic policy and cooperation in trade. Canberra figures including Colonel Goodwin and Mr Garran discussed attendance, resignations, and the risk to Australian industry from continued discord.
The Australian Government discussed Britain's views on migrants to Australia. Cabinet approved an immigration proposal led by Mr. Cale, with a plan for full investigation before final cabinet consideration. Prime Minister Dr. Chidey indicated a thorough review will precede final action.
Fragmentary report notes ex King Carol fearing for Romania amid push toward Soviet style rule and monarchy replacement. Corresp speaks of European tension and potential political collapse, with references to Michael and royal marriage signals.
A coffin ship fleeing wartime danger was abandoned in the Atlantic after a blaze. Reports mention lifeboats and a crew of 880 from New York bound for Europe with 9000 empty caskets on board amid American wartime tensions and diverging accounts of casualties.
The Cabinet directed reduced scrap lead stock levels with monthly checks every three months. Prime Minister Chifley noted Britain needed imports from Canada and Mexico. About 4,000 tons of accumulations held as stock were to be considered for policy action. Evidence suggested dealers kept scrap lead stocks despite limits.
Fragmentary notice reports original Marconi wireless shares bought in America about forty years ago. Shares passed to brokers for valuation and may be worth a substantial sum. Mentions England trip for use and a company name change in 1800.
A historical account reports Mr E J Harrison criticising land sale controls described as among the most amazing governmental measures. He contends the regime aimed to curb dealing in land and evictions, alleging that honest citizens could not know where to turn under the system. He notes delegates in Treasury commentary on sale price and plans, with concerns about black market avoidance schemes.
The cafe owners Megane Sine and Gy Mandalas handed cash of about 53 to the Canberra Hospital Auxiliary after a lunch event that drew more than 150 people. The special delivery of pork and pear did not reach the recipient due to miscommunication, but staff expressed gratitude as the annual charity plan remained in discussion.
New Zealand champions Batty Caney and Mayaod Reid travel to Canberra to compete in the championship event. The programme features ten teams with water polo and a final relay.
Acting on a petition by about 3000 officials the Centre Tuan ordered an investigation into an alleged misappropriation case involving rare winter clothing materials and a system to the government. The petition cited Supreme Court members, the Yuan regime, and the ministries of education and inter service.
The French Government announced plans to bake ten percent of Britain market purchases in Argentina as part of a domestic food crisis policy. France seeks to widen imports through Argentina to ease shortages while maintaining wartime cooperation with Britain.
A child alerted Bundaberg police to a murder at Nour's home in South Bundaberg. Police found Martha Ann Hall, 38, of Creeks, dead with a gunshot wound in the yard. Suspect Murphy Mull, younger brother to Hull, is in hospital after a mass boxing event and unable to answer questions.
Public Rab Berarel Mee reports that an inquiry was ordered into the removal of a W. O. officer. The Reno vaist Robert Record claims the issue centers on a misdirected campaign by Belgas among Italian troops. He adds tension over Japan and a noted yempaign affecting military operations.
Weather reports from Tablelands note a severe cold spell with temperatures near zero at dawn and brief rises to above freezing by midday. Canberra residents bundled in heavy clothing as winds from the south eased. officials recorded frost and advised precautions for outdoor workers.
A hearing was held with union and employer representatives regarding the NILW and related labour matters. The chair granted certain withdrawals and noted ongoing disputes. Canberra trading and board actions were referenced as requiring future steps and compliance with agreed partitions.
A terse summary notes events at Country Week in Sydney with unclear details about participants and outcomes. The fragment references rates and dates but lacks concrete names, places, or firm actions.
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