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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 19, 1944

Page

2

MEWS IN BRIEF BAe WAGE CUT PROTEST

Brief roundup notes wage cut protests and political moves. Mentions Breen and Liberal Democratic Party figures discussing upcoming state contests. Also references a Melbourne dispatch and India related items with limited readable details.

Bae Breen Ctr Eaprischen Iectag Somone Tysma Sipmretion Sk Tomeney Liberal Democratic Party Ema Elle Pak Ratreens Beewese Water Shartarom Maree Gill India Melbourne Jertey NG Bereival Seene Thre Mgm

Civil Defence Officers Conference Planned for Ayiney

A gathering of Civil Defence Service officers from all Staten personnel will convene in Ayiney this month to discuss operational control and emergency procedures. Minister Ham Sacrrity, via Mr. Lazzarini, stated the need for standardized training and enhanced civil defence readiness amid recent conflicts and lessons from past months.

Staten Lazzarini

Liberal Democrats See Four Executive Members Resign

Four executive members of the Liberal Democrats resign in Sydney on Tuesday. The council, described as a mix of professionals and businessmen not politically minded, aims to support national recovery through nonpartisan actions and practical governance.

Sydney Tae

Workers' Suspension Averted at Guensiana Shipyard

Tuesday reports say 36 men suspended yesterday at the Guensiana shipyard were reinstated today by Deputy Director Walah who ordered the workforce to return to duties by tomorrow. He condemned the employers for firing workers carrying out their duties and stated no official work stoppage was intended.

Walah Anid Reid

Australia Needs Immigrants Speech Highlights Value of Migrants

A Sydney speaker argues Australia requires immigrants, praising migrants as valuable amid national labor needs. The talk underscores desirable immigrant groups and the role of newcomers in strengthening the economy and society.

Sydney Toessay Australia

Court martial reports on mediation and boundary dispute

Fragmented text describes a court martial proceeding amid attempts at U S mediation over Polish and Urdu/Mumia relations. Reportedly seeks to ease tensions and preserve friendly ties while addressing allegations of impropriety. Names and precise details are unclear due to the damaged OCR.

Warhington Mtatea Poland Mumia Moerase Ratubane Tyenter Retmond Connors Tory Moana Ed Pte O. Cooney Adopti

Australasian Federation Drift Gains New Life

The Canberra Times reports on the South Pacific front as federation moves revive between Australia and New Zealand. Leaders seek a unified defense and closer cooperation while preserving independence within the Commonwealth. The Canberra conference marks a shift toward a joint Australasian force and broader regional collaboration.

Promotions for RAAF officers amid reform measures

The Misseter for Ale announces widespread officer promotions within the RAAF. Among those advanced are several DFC and DUC recipients, with most promoted to flight lieutenant or similar ranks after completion of probationary periods. Numerous officers in general duties and administrative areas receive higher acting ranks as the system restructures Australian air units.

Derektora RAAF Reesersten Chem Eral Dutiey RAF Australia Australan DUC Une Heventy

Retail Price Index Back to March 1943

Government notes that the retail price index fell in 1943 quarters due to stabilization measures and subsidies. The index returned to March 1943 levels by December 1943 as seasonal and policy factors influenced the price levels.

Australian Ships Cement Allied Pacific Amphibious Efforts

Australian warships supported Allied operations in the South West Pacific during late 1944, with destroyers and cruisers aiding landings at Arawe and Cape Gloucester. Royal Australian Navy vessels ferried assault troops, and naval bombardment aided objectives, though details remain partially obscured by damaged text.

South-West Pacific MacArthur Crulaere Australia Abrorahiee Decembar Ba Ars Halas Weatralia Asaault Eaptiers Cape Gloucester Royal Australian Navy

Soldiers’ Mail Delays Add Stress for Adelaide Troops

The Adelaide Army Postal Service reports Christmas parcels to soldiers faced delays with some items arriving damp and degraded. One parcel sent in July allegedly reached in November and was said to be destroyed. soldiers warned relatives not to send more money or mail.

Adelaide Waale Tne Adelaide Moamry Club Mile le Mather Mlaling Poldiers

Commonwealth and Victorian relief efforts after fires described

The report outlines Commonwealth and Victoria state actions to aid primary producers and burned areas, including relief materials, fodder stocks, cement and timber shipments, and reoccupancy plans. It notes funds reportedly totaling £200,000 to support reconstruction and recovery, with coordination among Agriculture departments and local MPs.

Commonwealth Jarementa Miles de Try Victoria Agriculture Mears Pollard Polit!sat Amd Jouw Vita Fed Fuvolien tYoodaa Tence Pein Abel Poste Eerive Waay Tor Roully Tite Roully Wreeney Plata Chine Wavearste Lanka Vittortan Raine KP Pameastss Smi Etats Binck Taronfinn

Australia and New Zealand Agreement for Mutual Cooperation

A conference of Australian and New Zealand representatives agreed on broad mutual cooperation on common interests. The plan includes a South-Sena Regional Committee with Britain, France, and the United States advisory powers, and continued consultation on dominion matters. Both governments aim to share information and align postwar security and regional policies.

New Zealand Australia Britain France United States Comeon Perm Wea Paetne Bath Geminiana Sapon Curtin Bowett Queenaily Alan Amy Yesly Kath Grivern Timiathcen BivaCtanid Uw Diectinaion Roce Armialice Australis Rowan Japan Sau Australie Pacific Camentia Aupeliea Maharat Inadev Esaint Netherlands Dutch Timor Portugal Fay Port Bleck Lowtes Bank 1 Olen Hell

Australia and New Zealand defence policy debated

Curtin outlines a strategic plan for a Pacific defence system linking Australia and New Zealand. He stresses locating forward forces for rapid deployment, coordinating with Britain and other powers, and pursuing regional security through collective measures and Empire cooperation.

auatralia-New Zealand Defence Age Iaboni Acteen Curtin Tealbant Cesen My. Curtin Ca. Faci Australia New Sesd

Judicial Inquiry into Court Martial

Sydney reports a judicial inquiry into a court martial with two named defendants Ridwererd Bias and Albert Gordon. Both were sentenced to death and the proceeding followed representations to British and Commonwealth authorities leading to the final conviction.

Sydney Mauiry Albert Gordon

Roosevelt Loses Weight At Ice Works For Men Over Seventy

Washington report states former president Theodore Roosevelt, recovering, lost about ten pounds while at the ice works today. It notes that workers over 70, including three in his foreman’s group, were diverted to lighter tasks as he recuperates during the shift in operations.

Sydney Tunday Murieg Washington Sis Uday Prast Sno Chatewood Dent Ravecvelt Neal Admurnt Roosevelt Wee

Future of Native Life in Pacific Territories Discussed

A conference report outlines the future of native life in Pacific islands under colonial administration. It stresses native welfare, economic development, and education, urging collaboration between authorities and establishing a South Bowl Region Commission with powers to oversee health, welfare, and communications.

Macn Ucee Atea New Zealand Econcanle Pouta Pacific Enlands

War Cabinet to Probe Lag in Transfer to Farms

The War Cabinet examines delays in transferring workers from munitions and related firms to farming and food production. Ministers note farmers called up early in the war and discuss release of 70,000 discharges and 11,100 approved by January to meet targets, with 6,000 aimed for end of 1943.

WAR Cabinet Munitios Factorien Erghan Gumoustinr Warsaw Goreree Tor Dlvchargs van Januey

Sydney Paper Cleared of Contempt Claim

A Sydney newspaper was found not guilty of contempt of court after a defamation case involving ministers, liquor racketeering allegations, and alleged hotel kickbacks. The judgment centered on statements linked to Herbert Kemp ley, David Blank, and Gordon Casey, with the court stressing intent and context in the reporting.

Sydney Kennethe Bine Mariquot Herbert Kempley David Blank Gordon Casey Breer Iiquor Bisckauarieilng Wiliam Bincell Keane Claus

D F C Winner in Big German Raids

A historic report notes D F C victory in major German raids. The piece mentions Australia and New Zealand preparing to submit joint aviation agreements to an Empire conference in London. Officials in Canberra indicate possible later international accords and Dominion involvement.

D.F.C Vena Elvil Avigilsa Australia New £Lang Net Realand Wwr Aviation Empire Empire Air London Rumi China Molland France International Anna agreuAar Na TL Fae New Zealand Minucers Ee Auebrailan Cabinet Fm

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