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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 26, 1944
Page
3
A broken tow line during a 3.300 fret exercise caused a plane crash landing at 150 to 300 feet. The line whipped along the Beach, injuring several people while observers blamed inter-communication faults.
A Melbourne day report notes a meeting at Camperdown with representatives of the Department of Agriculture and the War Agricultural Committee to review wartime efforts. Minister for Agriculture Martin declares warnings about saboteurs and urges vigilance while rail safety and engine exhaust pose risks. officials cite improved locomotive cinder prevention.
A government discussion addressed how gas producers should be managed to reduce risks. Officials from the prime ministry and regional leadership conferred on potential measures to limit danger from producers, seeking practical, enforceable steps.
An official release details intermediate certificate results with fractions, byes, and subject marks. It lists names from Yager Intermediate School and Augustine's Boys School among others, noting two grades per subject, and procedures for revision requests and attendance requirements.
Bureaucratic stalemate ends with compulsory conference collapsed and a port or transport dispute unresolved. Officials including Premier and union leaders attend talks as workers threaten halted operations and a return to work is debated. Authorities anticipate a manpower policy announcement at a planned union meeting.
The report records a minister warning butchers after a tense session. Mr D McCallum and Bill Mansger of the Transport Department were questioned about potential disturbances. The debate touched on strong feelings and the possibility of further disruption. The session concluded with a formal adjournment.
Miners idle amid meat rationing protest as industrial action spreads. Rail officials announce no extra trains, but later extend peak morning and evening services between Newcastle Broadmeadow and Waratah. Authorities arrange added services for major industries to ease worker travel during turmoil.
Report from Adelaide on a persistent labour shortage crippling flour mills. Officials say manpow er shortages hinder operations as mills operate at half capacity and struggle to hire skilled workers. Authorities warn gains depend on securing adequate labour and heating supplies.
The AGT Division arranged for Mies Sean Millinec Murer to speak on food and nutrition at Melbourne University, followed by a Canberra duty assignment with the La st Wale. The lectures begin Wednesday February at 8 pm, with a feature in the Toatitun of Ad tomy and the Bat Grose Beniety event.
The Prime Minister Curtin, acting under wartime powers, ordered Sydney tram and bus workers to report for normal duties today. The directive covered officials of transport unions and related agencies, with exemptions for army retinue plans and consultations with Attorney General Bratt and NSW Premier McKell.
Whyalla land sales surge as blocks of eight to twelve feet wide fetch about £1500 amid wartime industrial expansion. The sale highlights a shift in property values near the Australian mushroom port, tying land deals to national development and war effort impact.
Professor Allan at Tolurpbia University calls for a professional interchange between Australian and American experts. He argues students, teachers, and journalists should share experiences to prepare for postwar changes and strengthen ties between the two nations.
Prices for fine wools and sheep were reported across numerous lots at Merryville sales. Wethers and ewes commanded varied rates with notable figures for superfine lines and medium fleeces, while several consignors including Dwyer, Morrison and A. W. White featured in the listings.
Mr Fallon of Queensland led a protest at the A W I Conference accusing authorities of petrol waste. He said thousands of gallons are wasted in coastal towns and that most Queensland roads are blocked by military vehicles. Delegates urged the Commonwealth Government to spare petrol for pastoral workers.
On October 1 there were 7 008 men employed in Government and ancillary plants and 450 women. The total employment figure was 67 388 men and women. The note hints at expansion in munition and supply industries with contractors and sub contractors, and manpower authorities adjusting availability by October 1.
Fragmented report details Victorian horse racing events at Adelaide and Melbourne. Warden in court for transgression during Civinamea, Nichalwun and 094 £ 200 sums referenced. Melbourne entries for Doncaster Wednesday list Wee from Malbouter Amems and others for Sydper Cup. Comforts Fund races at Mandwick planned in March with figures around 41,000.
In a special court today Mr Bradigy for the Crown outlined charges against two men connected to a motor car sale. Con Manley Crouch, a used car dealer, and Marvin Maker faced claims over a £400 transfer for a second hand car later valued at £905. The prosecution alleged Crouch paid a bribe to an employer and that money was moved to influence others. Both defendants were remanded on 200 Ball.
The chairman of the production committee announced a goal of 11,180,000 bushels for barley in 1944-43. Mistela approved the 1946-46 season, with an increase over the previous year of about 1,000,000 bushels. The higher target was under discussion and the minister for commerce would announce further details soon.
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