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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jan 26, 1946

Page

2

S A collapse on easy wicket in three day match

New South Wales collapsed for 140 as only Lindwall and Alley offered resistance against South Australia at Sydney Cricket Ground. South Australia faltered after a strong start, with Lindwall and Toshack among pivotal bowlers. Barnes and Gulliver led NSW with notable scores. Ridings and Doola nd shared multiple wickets for South Australia in a tense three day Tawlah.

New South Wales Lindwall Alley New Easland Australia Sydney

Withdrawals in Liberal pre selection derail Wentworth race

Report notes W J Windeyer and B J Harrison winning pre selections and a late withdrawal from Parramatta. Mention of Liberal Party activities and candidates for North Sydney and Wentworth seats. Ambiguities due to OCR errors but records pre selection outcomes and candidate status.

Bydney Liberal Party Bale Toh Parramatta North Bydnay Air Woom W. J. Windeyer C. Alain Ramatta Apposlt B. J. Harrison Yorday Wentworth

Katoomba Ordered to Sail for New Zealand

The Manning Committee of the Maritime Industry Commission ordered the Katoomba to sail with 28 firemen instead of 24. Authorities had hoped the ship would depart for New Zealand soon, but the crew could not be manned as required.

Sydney Penaay Firemoy Katoomba New Zealand Maritime Industry Commission Auntralia Esis Premiae Weadows Manuka Watiinem Tom Baws Nouio

Weather outlook and heat wave hits multiple regions

Weather forecast highlights hot conditions across the north and interior regions with strong wind advisories. Sydney reports 26 to 42 degrees and humid conditions, while Richmond peaks near 107 degrees state-wide. Newcastle and inland towns expect high temperatures with brief relief later this week.

Aydney Atule Deeries Richmond Walgett Newcastle

Australia Day and the Nation Its Future

A commentary on Australia's national day and its meaning for nationhood. It argues Australia should define a distinct character and human-centered progress rather than mere symbolism, urging unity and thoughtful action to translate ideals into a genuine Australian identity.

Australian Consul Appointed in Portuguese Timor

The appointment of Mr. Charles Maton as the first Australian Consul in Portuguese Timor was announced yesterday by the Minister for External Affairs Dr. Evatt. He said provisional recognition of Mr Maton had been granted by the Portuguese Government.

Charles Maton Portuguese Timor Exters Wal -Amfatre Evatt Baton Hed Bet

Personal figures plan final vacation

A garbled notice notes In and Nise Waldoete will take their final vacation on Tuesday. In their absence the Wer Fs A Howd BA of Bydneye will appoint the Mann and conduct the advices. Dr. Weldock’s focus acts in hia absence in England as few are AHO.

Bydneye Mann Hood Canberra Dr. Weldock England

Senator Keane Leaves Australia for Abroad

The minister for Cu senator Yanna will depart Australia to represent the country at a series of discussions on commerce, industry, and related matters. Secretary of Commerce Deparment Macworth is to head the delegation to the time states. The prime minister announced the plan yesterday while Senator Keane was away. Dedman would set any minister there.

Australie Australia Yanna Mctwrthyy Anathile Benator Keane Mr. Dedman

United Nations Association Eyes Churchill Visit

At a recent annual conference chaired by Air Robert Garras delegates from the United States and others urged the Commonwealth Government to press Winston Churchill to visit Anatralix. They agreed no international disputes should be settled by secret diplomacy and called for UN charter based handling with a new se cret organiser to mobilize large sections in each state during a United Nations week and wartime peace campaign.

Winston Churchill United Nations Association

Banpowem Director Seeks Return to Public Service

A damaged OCR note indicates Banpowem director aims to reach Sydney and pursue permission in May to return to a former position at a public service post. The text names Frigmy and Withers in unclear roles, referencing the Deputy General and a May deadline.

Sydney Frigmy Fe Withers Blake Mervin

Australia Day Greetings From Prime Minister

A fragment mentions Australia Day and greetings from the Prime Minister of Canada Mr. Meckenate Wag, reflecting a diplomatic tone on national day celebrations.

Iar Chisey Wilt Heowdenm Canady Meckenate Wag

Uniform Tax Agreement Increases States Share

The Commonwealth and premiers agreed to raise the states reimbursement under a new tax arrangement. Total payments rise to about £38.5 million with specific boosts for Victoria New South Wales Queensland South Australia Western Australia Tasmania and others. Future payments depend on population and revenue adjustments after 1947-48.

Staten Fron Luaizsem Mr Siting Me Chidey Marie Commonwealth Essar Canberra Tney Makina Victoria South Australia Western Australia Mount Fin Tasmania Ucomaen Trent Mtr Chifley Actioat Staten San Cigs

Burns Anniversary In Canberra Burns Anniversary In Canberra

Canberra Burns Club revival marks annual Burns Dinner linking early city efforts to national capital memory. speeches honored founders, poets, and notable guests as plans to house the event in Burnie Memorial Hall progress.

Burra Canberra Burns Club Waa Canbberra Str D. W. Cargill Burne Burnie Memorial Hall Hie W.A. Lanngren New Zealand Barclay Bentland Eadie Hamilton Ir. R, Reid Lrhe Lana Mir Joe Murray WW. Crawfard Iit Arata McGregor ‘ ‘Mae Iva Ake Dothar Aldo Progyamme

Canberra University College Appoints Council Chairman

The Council of Canberra University College elected Robert Garren as chairman. Other named supporters include FW Clement Co., Dickey, the Rev. Fanon W, Edwarda RIF, George Knowles, the Rev. A. I. Wal dace, and A Tw White. The council is to serve the term.

Robert Garren Canberra University Gollene FW Clement Co. Raley Dickey Fanon W Edwarda Rif George Knowles A. I. Waldace Tw White Emai

Post war program for Canberra underway in national capital

Government plans a 2 million pound post war program for Canberra with early work limited by labour and material shortages. Projects include new technical lodge and university college facilities, extensions to the War Memorial, anatomy institute, colonial library and council laboratories, plus substantial private sector contributions as resources allow. The aim is heavy construction extending over many years to meet community needs of the Australian capital.

Canberra Johnson Ne Technical Lodge Astronsl War Memorial Na. Uunel Council For Te Capil Cuatraliu

Canberra housing and development plans outlined gains

Canberra faced acute housing and employment strains as Canberra’s post war expansion driven by ACT works programme proposed a multi million pound capital works package. The plan covers administrative buildings roads water electricity and new housing including hostels and schools to accommodate workers and families while accelerating the capital’s growth.

Tehodla Canberra Onasa Paplic Nervanta Howe Jonson Werke Councuma Commonwealth Maughan Uacresaea Public Cnora Acholaranipa Amalie Mothercraft Sydney Univeron Ity Gowrin Ares Esdental Coweae Wtogrammie Earliet Evlergo Wealridge Atnille Sursery School Pimary Sendot Buck Mountain Ainiater Amd Gardar Pollo Court Central Policy Station Mydney Pray

Consul Stranded in Darwin Halts Timor Landing

Darwin reports 40 mph winds off Timor disrupt Catalina landings. Group Captain Charlen Eaton becomes the sole acting consul in the region as delays continue with Portuguese Timor operations.

Darwin Timor Charlen Eaton

Australian built car in two years set for road debut

Australian designed vehicle to be produced over two years with production split between the United States and Australia. General Motors Holden executive says the car will be tailored to Australian conditions and aimed at local roads.

Moar Harnett Vetur General Motora Holdens Td Me

Brewery Strike Averted Amid Labor Council Action

Farwane newspaper reports a threatened stoppage at the brewery was averted after guidance from the Prudes and Labour Council. The disputes committee urged employees to refrain from action while requesting management reinstate the united workers. Details remain unclear due to damaged text.

Farwnen Touth'arewery Utewfr Hel ‘Prudes Labour Cyunel Juuneit

Religious services and notices from Canberra area churches

The document lists varied church activities across denominations including Roman Catholic Holy Communion and Evening Devotions, Presbyterian notices of service changes, Methodist events and youth programs, and community meetings. It notes schedule changes from February 1 and references local ministers and congregations in Manuke, Dunroon, and Kingston with various worship times and religious education events.

Industrial Peace Talks May Be Abandoned

The report notes a strong chance that the industry conference will not proceed. The Commonwealth Government finds neither employers nor employees enthusiastic about engaging on industrial questions amid the current tensions.

Deen

Primary Producers Now Better Off

At the annual meeting of the Producers' Distributing Co-Op Mr Jowie of Bega said primary producers faced more critical marketing before the war and are now better off. He noted government help and other factors have aided brewers and makers more than in years past.

Jowie Bega

Body of pilot recovered after plane crash near Tumaratne

Fragmentary report states the body of the pilot from the recent crash was recovered on Sunday by local officials while a search party swam near the wreckage. No further details on the incident or individuals named are provided in the readable text.

Sydney Mies Tumaratne Mehr Tammaroms Birt Club Heek

Health Department Combines Sugar For Public Use

A health department report describes sugar rationing and adulterated stock amid shortages. Officials note refined sugar scarcity, public demand, and potential shipments to the Colonial Sugar Refining Company.

Health Department

Eastern Market Struggles Amid Australia Trade Gap

Eastern Market faces strain as Australia fails to supply butter, prompting calls in Gueanstand for government action to bridge world price gaps. Queensland dairy farmers shift to other production, while Industrial unrest weighs on the eastern market valued at about 41,000,000 annually. Earnings for the year show a decline from the previous period amid ongoing market pressures.

Bydney Honcera A. G. Mill Gueanstand Bo Cinty Australie Australia Mir. Muller Queensland J. J. King Ad. Bakan Pet Crak

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