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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 23, 1945
Page
4
Melbourne reports drought threatens this year's meat supply reducing civilian rations by about 28 percent. Experts warn significant drops in sheep and cattle herds may curb exports to the United States and Canada as a small quantity of beef remains available for export to the United Kingdom.
A deranged farmer causes the death of four family members in a rural incident. Arthur Cork, 20, Bruce Cork, 18, and Mary Basil Cork, 17, are named among victims. Henry Weldon and otras relatives are involved as notices detail the tragic event and its fallout. The Cork family narrative centers on a soldier returned on leave and the ensuing fatal accident. The article presents a somber, official record of the deaths.
A damaged clipping notes Blg Clutha MacKinsie of AL arriving in Sydney to discuss welfare work for blinded soldiers. It mentions Indian medical service involvement and plans for assisting about 2,000 blind civilians, with unclear details and repetitions.
Deputy Director warned of a large advance in teaching by films after the war. The plan aims to instruct teachers and the public in the use of film projection and documentary visuals to enrich lessons and public education.
Two men from Malabar Feederick Cage and Hurstyn John Robertum collapsed after drinking water from an urn in a room fumigated with cyanide over the weekend. William Jones 32 and another man 60 were treated in hospital for cyanide poisoning.
A severe surf pounding local beaches at Manly North Melbourne and Maroubra led to rescues and two fatalities. Lifesavers dragged multiple surfers from the water as waves and rips created deadly conditions along the coast.
Unclear readable bits indicate memorial rites planned in Rome for notable figures. Details on participants, dates, and organizing bodies are partially legible, suggesting official ceremonies and tributes to be held by state institutions.
Australians push through rugged terrain in Bougainville and surrounding mountains. Weeks of patrols from Walum to Pim and Ts point to a tense frontline as they confront Japanese forces. The campaign centers on advancing positions and securing supply routes amid harsh conditions.
Australia’s leading RAAF forces pursue enemy aircraft in Halmaherss with Air Commodore A. H. Cobby and Group Captain Clive Caldwell directing Spitfires. The two aces spearhead operations aboard Spitfire fighters.
Three men named Rimest Johs Dilek and Bartiett, plus Baorge Boysr, were charged at the railway authorities with unlawfully driving a railway engine from the Moree loco sheds and leaving it unattended on the line. The court remanded them to February 5 with £50 bail granted.
Public interest rises as Moodtay NUMERIS reports 100 surplus RAAF planes to be sold. Businessmen airmen and RAAF personnel show strong inquiries with tenders due February 20 for aircraft described as usable for private or commercial use.
A UK led development describes a new lifesaving device replacing rubber in lifesaving gear. The invention adds windproof and waterproof features and aims to improve response in fires at sea. The High Commissioner highlights its role in safety and mentions London infrastructure projects.
The Canberra Bowls Club lists the players chosen for the Canberra Green Ingles Championship weekend. Declared selections include Glutch, Yasai, Peekinsity, Callingham, McKinstry, Dee, Bry, Mayes, Pargubar and several others for the seniors and junior divisions. The event marks the major district rink championship with teams to compete across multiple rounds.
The Country Party declared opposition to central bank supervision by the Commonwealth Bank. Landers of the party argued the move sought political control over lending and would undermine the will of the people as shown in the referendum.
Doctors opposed to the Pharmacistical Benefica Act say they will not join a formulary for free medicines. Secretary De. JG. Hunter of the Federal Council of the BuM.A. states physicians are not prepared to lower their emergency care or to accept duties beyond their heal obligations and fear grave consequences from the act.
A clipped political brief notes Queensland and country party delegates warn that Communists gained influence over unions and could push the Federal Government toward surrender, signaling concern over Labour Party influence and democratic stability in Australia.
A German escapee from a detention camp in Gaul um Valley was caught in the afternoon at Atoury railway yard. police report 300 reais are accounted for after the chase.
A readout of race events lists multiple age groups and swimmers with placements. Notable times include 25 seconds in freestyle for K Space and 36 seconds for Freestyle at L. Brown. The page covers nine year old and ten year old divisions with various relay splits and individual placings.
Scratched entries and notes from an Aniversary Handicap listing races at Cowdale Wellesley in Australia. Mentions Bayrryiga Babtheon Philip Sunday Mise Hove Rough Caste Yeaviah Mint Mae Boots Kimberley Iver Flare with several unnamed engagements and horses.
Market at Sydney’s Homebush yard sees 27 800 head listed with light demand. Prices quoted for different cattle types range from prime heavy bullocks to prime cows, reflecting generally steady returns amid a subdued supply context.
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