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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 19, 1946
Page
2
An obituary fragment mourns Thomas Reedy and relatives including Tremas Feeder and Tyomas Temty. It honors a late January departure and late January dates, noting loss, memory, and enduring love from daughters, grandchildren, and extended family.
Sydney reports R Mair has decided not to stand for election in the Hume district. The decision aims to reserve opportunities for servicemen and women who served in the war to enter parliament, ensuring Australia’s interests are protected by those who helped build the nation.
An article reports a Pattingham dealer fined for selling meat and poultry at above fixed prices. The case references a special penalty to deter future overcharging and emphasizes the risk to consumers of inflated costs for ham and poultry.
The piece discusses Java and the Indonesian dispute, criticizing Dutch and Australian roles, urging Australia to take a proactive stance in facilitating talks. It highlights tensions between Netherlands colonial authorities and the Dutch Government, and Australia's inconsistent approach, urging firm leadership in the South Pacific.
The National Art Gallery director announced the 1946 Archibald Prize results. A portrait by William Bangu of Melbourne titled by the vines is noted, while Wynn Prize went to Atr. D. Watana of Sydney for a landscape.
London dated report cites Major General RF Denning and Lord Mountbatten as warning that a large rise in wartime food demand risks falling below prewar standards. TheTimes correspondent notes near-term famine risk, river siltation near Bangkok, and Japanese disruption of production with broad regional stability implications.
Government Statle faian announces a 3 percent rise in Une retail prices across items in C series 305. Quarterly index numbers show higher costs in capital cities, with some clothing rising due to season. Meat prices fell in most capital cities except Brisbane and Hobart, per Mr Carver.
Fragmentary forecast mentions general rain across districts with heavy falls possible in North regions. Southeasterly to southerly winds, fog patches, and cooler changes expected. Regions include Tablelands, coast, Central Western Slopes, South West Slopes, and Canberra area with local notes on Bombala, Delegate Bendoc Park, and Beuan g.
A brief meteorological note records a barometer at 0 aim and 2045 inches with 3 pm reading, plus 24 hour high of 92.4 and low of 20. The text includes fragmented weather figures and unclear terms for the Canberra area.
Mesjtane Friday report states airlines will petition the Privy Council to contest a High Court decision holding that the Commonwealth has power to operate its own air services in competition. The move signals a rare constitutional challenge by carriers over air service control.
Fragmentary report shows Mr. F C Spender MHA pursuing a Warringah candidacy for the Liberal Party. Text hints he sought endorsement as an Independent and mentions an electoral council proposal that Mr BM Bruce be asked to nominate, with unclear outcomes.
In Sydney a Liberal Party pre-selection ballot for federal elections closed at noon with 184 nominations for 22 seats. Nominations were lacking for Cook, Darling, Hunter and New England.
In Tehran the cabinet will not resign without a direct parliamentary vote. The government recently faced international attention as Azerbaijan and other regions saw shifts in political alignment. Analysts note strong opposition to the Democrats in Azerbaijan Province and nearby areas amid mounting regional tension.
Washington reports President Truman proposes an uncirculated plan to settle the threatened strike after talks with United States Be Corporation and C10 presidents. Meanwhile 880,000 workers remain idle nationwide due to auto plant and Western Union electrical strikes.
Friday drawing to list major prizes includes First Prize No 98000 and Third Prize No WTBIM with indicated entrants Byndicate Harbert Garr and L Trach. Fourth Prize No 4.335 awarded to Byndicale AL Breet Daye. Lottery No 1287 will be drawn Monday morning.
The hospital reports a severe staff shortage with nurses and inter ward support scarce. Officials note aging medical staff, ambulance delays, and policy debates over redeploying personnel while hospital boards consider ultraviolet sanitising and wart treatment equipment with private donations and community funds examined for relief.
The Liquid Fuel Control Authority ACT announces ration ticket issuance for February. Me H R Watertonn states tickets will be usable at all post offices from Tuesday January 20, 1946. January warrants from post offices will be issued at the close of business on Saturday January 26, 1946.
The Prime Minister announces plans for New Guinea to come under trusteeship by the United Nations General Assembly. Aimed at mandated territories, the move follows discussions with Cabinet and reflects obligations under the League Covenant.
The cabinet last night directed the selection of members for the Australian National Airlines Commission. The commission will have five members with chair and vice chair from prominent Australians. The board will include representatives from the Treasury Civil Aviation and the Post and Telegraph department.
Weather bosses report record rainfall across the Far West as floods devastate Broken Hill and surrounding regions. Dam failures flood towns, destroy crops at Mildura, and force evacuations while authorities warn of further heavy falls in the West and Far South West. Locals report water levels rising rapidly and immense property damage across farms and orchards.
Torrential rains across western and southern Victoria trigger extensive washouts. Heavy stock losses and transport disruption hit districts including the Mallee and Mildura, with crops benefiting in some areas as rainfall totals reach over an inch in places.
Australien Headquarters issues instructions to Melbourne paymasters about exchanging Dutch currency. Reports allege fake money circulation linked to South West Pact and Royal Commonwealth trade concerns. Authorities investigate suspected hoarders and counterfeit plates.
An Australian naval court martial in Melbourne sentenced a corporal for treachery and murder of islanders in New Britain. He faced two counts of giving intelligence to the enemy after capture. The case notes a submarine landing and mentions islanders burned and harmed during the attack.
Damaged report notes phosphate operations at Nauru after heavy destruction. Shipments were expected to restart by mid 1946, with limited quantities for the first twelve months and gradual increase thereafter. Discusses administration progress, labor, and proposed transfer of Nauruan workers to Caroline Islands, with plans for temporary and permanent facilities.
Services XI were bowled out for 26 in the Brisbane match after a partnership by Whitington and Workman steadied brief innings. Whitington top scored with 64 in 145 minutes, while Sydney Signey contributed 6 in 190 minutes as Berville XI dominated. Carrigan and Macool shared key wickets as Queensland failed to defend 206.
Interstate match between Victoria and South Australia delayed after heavy showers flood the ground. The game, planned for Thursday, may be extended by one day as persistent rain and saturated wicket hamper play and threaten further delays.
Sydney police probe a Bondi cliffs mystery after an empty car with identity cards for two women is found parked near McKenzie Point. The car contained a woman's handbag and evidence suggesting a woman, in her 30s, may have been camping in the vehicle. A man, Holwend Collin, 30, an electrician from Bowral, remains missing as investigators weigh connections to Louies Agnew Ingram, an Aboriginal resident of Waterloo, and a separate pregnancy-related hospital stay at Paddington's Women's Hospital. Police say no direct link has been established between the disappearance and Ingram or Collins.
A government minister announced that 10 percent of all new travel licenses would be allocated to returning service personnel. He stated that all licenses would be issued under the law and plan.
Local congregations list Holy Communion and prayers with multiple services. Anglican and Catholic parishes report Epiphany observances, baptisms, and masses at St Christopher’s, St Patrick’s, and Mary Cree Were Feed. Presbyterian, Baptist, and Christian Science groups schedule morning worships, youth programs, and evening services at various halls and churches.
Caldwell pleads guilty on a second charge after earlier admissions in court. The hearing at Ragave district court showed a dramatic session as Group Captain Caldwell faced moral and legal consequences for possession of property liquor and related offenses. The judge pending verdicts and procedural steps leave Caldwell awaiting formal sentencing on the new charge.
A report outlines troop movements and arrivals with numbers from several regions. Clarence led with 900 service personnel followed by a convoy including the Taroona and Salmtumna, while South Australia posted the highest total with 404. Jullawnd Me N.E.W. recorded 308, Victoria 128, Western Australia 96, and Teammate 6.
The Prime Minister's office stated that seamen's war bonus payments will continue at present rates until March 2, 1966, under the United Wartime Authority agreement. The decision aims to maintain financial support during the ongoing transition period.
Fragmented report outlines proposed amendments to Trades Data and pay sharing. Mentions cabinet, Prime Minister Chifley, and unemployment representative notices. Reflects early plans for employee pay and approval processes with limited detail.
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