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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 26, 1945
Page
2
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The Thursday report outlines Attorney General Mr Bide stating deportation actions await in London and Sydney. It notes a collision near Munters Hill injuring a person. wheat harvest estimates at 13,716,000 and state revenue figures for the year. a tobacco and chemical supply price outlook. a Woolindra labour employment fine for Fircrent Cure. Liberal executive vacancies in Sydney with Mrs Camidy’s advocacy. fire damages near Melbourne. and Premier Mrs Mirheethy reporting bank lending and debt charges in Sydney.
The Beaufighter leader MECWOURNE Thurndu Armiee, commanding a reconnaissance squadron, died January 2 when his jeep overturned into a water pool in India. He was a prominent athlete before the war and known for his service with the wing.
A fragmented forecast describes Southeastern theater regions and county areas with sparse clarity. It mentions a cold front, possible showers, and high temperatures along the northern area, then indicates a broad wetting trend across the state by Saturday morning with several altered conditions.
A fragmented weather note shows Canberra temperatures and wind data with garbled letters. It mentions a 14 mph wind in the NACW region and a forecast for the 24 hour period. The text is unclear but preserves reference to a meteorological update and wind speeds.
The War Committee plans to test Austral manpower needs for potential war and consults with ministers and advisory council. A meeting of the committee was adjourned with several long running items before it, focusing on manpower and related concepts.
A fragmentary OCR item lists scrambled phrases about coupons and dates, mentioning Tea and Meat Uy Ge, with unclear names and places. The readable bits hint at a local coupon or sales notice, though decisive facts are not present.
Fragmentary text outlines concerns about costs and risks for education and future plans. It references money for university, housing, and potential dangers, noting uncertain outcomes and the pressure of securing access to education. Specific names or places are unclear.
Fragmented speech recalls 157 years of colonial struggle. The Canberra Times piece laments past thresholds and urges unity with Britain, warning against arrogance while stressing courage, labour, and national duty to keep Australia strong within a free world.
Acting Governor-General and Lady Dugan hosted an afternoon gathering at Admit yesterday in Molise Byaney. The event featured notable attendees and reflected official circles in the region.
Taw United Minister in Australia and Mrs Jolyon hosted a reception in the newly completed American Legation. Officials from Commonwealth and British governments attended as Canberra townesfolk viewed the landmark building. The opening coincided with Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor.
The High Commissioner for Canada applauded Australia New Zealand and Canada for wartime and postwar cooperation. He praised Australasia for contribution to the war effort and expressed pride in Dominions as equal partners within the British Commonwealth.
Union President urged strong action to curb perceived government overreach and control by boards and departments. He warned of reduced elections and freedom, calling for restoring legislative power and postwar planning safeguards for jobs and security.
Professor A Edwards of Perth University, consultant for the Ministry of Post War Reconstruction, arrived in Sydney to study and discuss the development of community venues. He will inspect ongoing centre work and plan encouragement for new centres.
The Minister for the Interior Senator JH Collinge announced that the Blacsetse Ordin Mice 2039 has been amended to permit special licences for race meetings. The amendment extends the ordinance for a year, with hearings and decisive measures to govern the racing events scheduled in January.
The chairman of Cornell University College announced three appointments to the new national university project. Major Inglis Moore and N A Richmond, both seasoned educators, join a plan to create a Canberra leadership team. The aim is to attract students nationwide and integrate postgraduate studies with existing scientific institutions.
The report notes the first batch of child migrants to Tasmania under a postwar program. It cites parliamentary figures on allocations and training in free schools, with Commonwealth involvement and plans to relocate more children to Tasmania as part of the scheme.
The Leader of the Opposition described the Prime Minister's reply to government action on Intermate airlines as evasive. Mr Me, Mensiee, aged the questions, demanded clear answers and accused the Prime Minister of delaying and evading accountability in the takeover.
The Raviet Atibanandar travels to London for talks on the upcoming conference among Churchill Roosevelt and de Gaulle. He expresses regret at not being invited to the big three meeting while stressing that Britain, the United States, and Russia should ensure France is represented.
Japanese forces push along the Canton railway corridor driving toward Leiyang and Chia Torsen while threatening north to south lines. An American communique reports air crew and materiel losses across multiple locations as the advance continues from Chungking toward Poiping and Turmlay.
Reports indicate Warsaw suffered damage amounting to about 24 million in property value as German forces razed buildings. Lublin radio warns Germany may be forced to fund reconstruction efforts, with calls for aid to rebuild the city.
Figures released by the Commonwealth Bank show Australians have more money saved than ever before. Deposits in savings banks have risen by over 271 million pounds in the past five years, with most growth occurring since March 1942.
Gen de Gaulle declares France will not accept defeat without assurance that the French Army will be stationed along the entire length of the Rhine. He argues the army serves France and Western Europe security and defense needs.
Fragmented text shows a figure associated with Western Australia and Melbourne education. It mentions a Bachelor of Arts with Science in Philosophy, and a Master of Arts from Balliol College Oxford in Philosophy Politics and Economics, with unclear dates and punctuation.
Australian patrols in New Guinea report aggressive encounters with Japanese forces in Bougainville and adjacent areas. Units pushed inland, suffered waterlogged terrain, and engaged in fortified ground with barbed wire defenses. Continued patrol advancement amid contested lines and village setbacks across Bangi Eyde and surrounding ranges.
Authorities debate the National Service act amid wartime pressure. The meeting features Mr May and Mr Rayburn as officials explain penalties and wartime needs, while committees signal potential action despite warnings about broader public impact.
The article reports on Australia Day observance events in Sydney, with the prime minister and government leaders urging unity and peace after World War I. It notes celebrations planned to mark national renewal, promoting prosperity and a lasting peace, while acknowledging efforts to maintain Australia’s autonomy and national identity.
Australian city scene reports a clash as police officers pursue suspects through Liverpool Street. The chaotic incident ends with a rapid retreat as mounted police attempt to corner the group amid murmurs of a mayoral inquiry and city measures.
In London Thurstan Tw Prime Minister faced controversy as allegations surfaced at the House about a corporation. The report states there was talk of appointing a select committee to probe the charges but no such action was intended.
A garbled notice discusses footwear profit margins and pricing, mentioning a new maximum profit for amir of ootwnat and a February date. It references adjustments by operatives and announcer figures, with unclear names and sporadic details about compliance and reductions.
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