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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 21, 1947
Page
2
The text appears as a damaged obituary fragment mentioning a memorial memory and family relationships. It references a “Die sinter,” a general farewell, and an in-law relation, with multiple garbled place names and dates suggesting a small local memorial.
Melbourne reports that the Australian Lawn Tennis Association considers raising incidental expenses for a South Africa tour. Officials propose additional payments to cover costs, citing an acute shortage of funds and the need to support the trip. The announcement follows discussions about deferring the tour to secure proper funding.
Canberra Angling Club hosts a February 18 barbeque at Cotter Picnic Reserve with dancing and novelties. Passersby may enjoy a cooked meal, bring their own plate and cutlery, while a professional team of cooks under supervision prepares the feast. Bagpipe music and Beasley’s Orchestra are engaged for the occasion.
Fragmented weather data from Canberra includes obscure measurements. Readable items show temperature and wind details with NE wind. Forecast mentions maximum and minimum readings though specifics are unclear.
The fragment notes fine warm and hot conditions with a directional tag toward NE to N, indicating a weather lens or diary entry. Details are sparse and core facts limited to temperature adjectives and a rough compass bearing.
A critique argues that junior ministers and government members misuse power by attacking opposing views to undermine parties. It stresses the public’s right to freely express opinions and electors as the ultimate judges, citing past wars as warnings against partisan privilege and censorship. It warns against tyranny repressing speech.
Reports from Sydney detail large sharks offshore as bathers fear for safety. Fishermen nearby tossed their catch overboard to deter the predators while boats faced the threat, renewing a long standing scare at Bronte and other beaches.
Paris dispatch says the Weena cruiser Puqueme Nes arrived in Indo China with a battalion of the French airborne division and additional reinforcements as part of France’s defense in the region.
The Yorkshire Post reports that Leeds rugby forward White has been approached with a four year coaching and manager offer. White has not yet agreed to terms or confirmed any decision.
In Melbourne on Monday the Industrial Registrar announced that policy supports combining the hearing on increased basic wage with the 49 hour week. The Archibishop Court set a full debate, with trade union leaders noting the joint hearings would begin February 24 after a November 26 argument.
The Minister for Education Heffron announced increased allowances for student teachers in two year training at Sydney colleges. Home residents will receive 106 pounds and boarders 119 pounds per term. longer courses offer 64 pounds for the first two years and 82 thereafter, with adjustments for living at home versus boarding. Additional pay scales for fourth year teachers were noted as uplifted wages.
A chaotic chase ends when a jeep pursuit halts near Bend. An injured man, named Thomas, sustains concussion and lacerations. a suspect faces charges for driving while intoxicated. Police report unclear details but confirm a vehicle crash and arrest.
In New South Wales discussions on merging the Liberal Party with the Australian Country Party stalled. A January conference and private talks failed to bridge differences over amalgamation terms. Delegates indicated limited prospects for a merger as talks progressed.
ALP leader criticizes the strikes as provocation and urges federal ministers to meet union and employer reps to craft settlement. Brooker, vice-president of the executive and trade committee member, says party rejects strikes and lockouts and supports reform to quell industrial unrest before Parliament sessions next month.
Adelaide match with MCC against South Australia set for Friday. The squad includes Hammond Mutton Hardatam Washbrook Siah Lock Wright Yardley Pollard Langridge Vore Thin vane Gibbs from seed list with one wicketkeeper to step down. Test team unlikely to change from Gat.
A new camera under Canada’s National Research Council near completion aims to photograph 800000 exposures per second. Kenneth Baird, a physicist, developed a novel principle to capture rapid events, enabling study of high speed processes and sound disruption. The project, begun in 1940 with Dr Ly Howlett, has produced early demonstrations of near one million frames per second.
Prime Minister Chifley announced Australia will negotiate over a broad list of imported goods and materials, citing rising import dependence and the need to protect export markets. The proposed talks cover many items from agricultural products to machinery, chemicals, and consumer goods, reflecting Australia’s drive to secure favorable terms in international trade.
The Commonwealth government plans to secure higher prices for grapes to ensure sufficient supply. Trade officials said Aus producers would supply large quantities of Falmy and Daultana varieties for export and domestic use, aligning with Britain’s demands while stabilizing farm output.
A Brisban e migrant family of four Edward Payne 30 Ira and two children Gra cem and Christopher stranded at Port Bald with little money. They came to Australia as Drontex refugees aboard a motorship that broke down. Enid and the two children were admitted to hospital suffering from dehydration. The family later returned to England.
Applications for building permits in Canberra show limited approvals with 45 permits granted, 80 for houses, while many private plans stalled due to funding and material constraints. Costs rise, averaging 420 in 1940s terms, with housing loans cut to reduce annual borrowing.
General Marshall delayed as weather disrupts transport operations. Communications from Washington indicate training and travel schedules halted. Apparent confusion in the dispatches suggests fog and storm conditions affecting military movements in the Midwest.
Melbourne reports Belgian glass supplies may rise if government approvals ease imports. Australia seeks about nine million units to meet domestic demand amid talks with Belgian firms and government channels.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference an Australian long term loan with figures around 2028 years and 3.492 million pounds. Mentions Blake Gerora and Queensland Australia along with South Australia. Context unclear, dates unstated, and several garbled phrases.
London report discusses loan implications for public finance and inflation focusing on bread meat and dairy prices. It notes uncertainty around purchasing power, market reactions, and investment reception amid tentative demand and stock shortages.
Activity summary at Ainslie Play Centre outlines morning sessions and afternoon programs with cricket, tennis, and volleyball. Volunteers, staff, and leaders oversee youth activities, meals, and supervision, while children practice cricket for an upcoming match and enjoy a busy day of inside games and crafts.
Sydney reports General Bir Richard Cann Mutant General of Britain arrives in Melbourne to join a joint conference with the Chief in Sydney. General O'Connor led our defense forces including the Australian Division. a German capture in the East was reported but the officer escaped.
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