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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 27, 1948
Page
2
Rescued Prom Pall at Gap
Fragmentary notice describes a rescue at a gap near cliffs where a young woman sat. The incident involved an attempt to assist and remove items as she climbed, with witnesses noting a pale state and possible medical concern.
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Prom Pall
Gap
Aonany
Tha Gap
Hans Folke
Methane Gas Substitution for Petrol Anticipated
The article discusses replacing petrol in vehicles with methane gas and notes concerns about safety and supply. It mentions potential performance and regulatory issues, with Mr Ploder expressing strong caution about widespread adoption amid evolving burner use.
Minister Defends Wheat Sales To Carra In Melbourne
The Minister for Commerce and Agriculture Mr Pollard defended wheat sales to Carra amid criticisms in Melbourne on Monday. He stated those who complained would be informed of the British position and noted that some Australian buyers were paying 17 shillings per bushel under pressure to secure shipping space.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carra
Melbourne
Moniay
Canberra Weather Report Fragment
Weather notes from Canberra May be garbled with numbers. Mentions 6am and 9am readings with temperatures and wind. Some items include inches and parts per million. Accurate details unclear due to OCR errors.
France Devaluation Debate Shapes Global Economic Outlook
Analysis from the era notes France's devaluation debate and IMF stance may affect world finance. It discusses impact on exchange rates, UK sterling, and Australian trade, stressing the risk of renewed disequilibrium and the need for coordinated policy to avoid harm to economies and ordinary citizens.
Hotel Wellington Fire and Rugby Result Highlight News
A small fire near Hotel Wellington was extinguished after rapid action by French and frontier fire crews. The report notes a rugby match where France defeated a New Zealand side 25 to 7, with Bordamu at center of action.
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Entiire
MomiayTee Spanis
Axpark Trunt
Wien
Ulm
Amall
Hotel Wellin Line
Pybrumcy Fb
Biker
Tre
Jfkaser
Ood
New Zealand
Gus Masch
Housing Plan Proposed for Canberra Findings Unclear
A fragment references a housing plan proposed for Canberra linked to a workers hostel and a camp near Expharet. Details are sparse and names are partially garbled. The note suggests official or organizational scope without clear dates or actions.
Engine Drivers Coalfields Reported In Sydney
Engine drivers in the coalfields and related workers met in Sydney to decide on resuming work. The group, led by Mr Sutherland, recommended returning to duty at 5 pm local time and suspending actions until a later statement. Meetings in Wertin and Charlestown supported this stance, with broad approval for resumption despite ongoing negotiations.
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Sydney
Chase
Wertin
Fun and
Litham
Charlestown
Ye ‘Mists
Sutherland
Renis
Trains Fail to Bring Home All Holidaymakers
Report from the railway line to Central Mallon describes 20000 holidaymakers stranded as trains failed. Passengers recall crowded carriages and delayed departures with police safety staff noting lighter road risks but many travelers remaining in limbo until further transport options posted.
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Hatiday
Snd
Central Mallon
Anata
Mbey
Omnis
Bydnay
Duresi
Teaching Children Motor Vehicle Safety At School
Mr Johnson urged education department and private schools to introduce driving safety in curricula. He argued proper training in high schools would form the foundation for future generations, noting many youths lack car handling skills and road safety awareness. He cited high injury rates from untrained drivers and called for school age programs to reduce accidents.
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Mmmtilueon OF & Courne Jn
Johnson
Vance
Raphanard
Ftinca
Childen
Pha
Lona
Drivare
Anid
Chifley Warns of Dollar Cut Necessity and Adjustment
Prime Minister Chifley warns Australia must cut dollar usage to bridge the gap with Britain and reduce dependence on American dollars. He outlines wartime borrowing, export controls, and the need for stricter spending, urging practical measures to earn dollars and conserve scarce reserves. He says Britain bears main dollar burden and calls for shared sacrifice across sterling areas.
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Meaely
Britain
Mr. Chifley
Wight
Briain
Alma
United States
Unite Mater
Cvidey
Jane Teat
Rome
Pe Sarlot
Bernal
MF Chifley
Chidey
Austredii
Building Society To Prove Faith in Democracy
Governor-General Mir. McKent stated Australia aimed to build a society that would bolster faith in democracy and offer a better future for ordinary citizens. He noted that no one could foresee the exact future, but progress would align with forefathers’ deeds and hopeful aspirations.
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Australia
Saita
Mir. McKent
Michelt
Expansion in School Curriculum at Bt Christa
Monsignor Haydon announced curriculum expansion at Bt Christa, adding chemistry physics and domestic science taught by 430 students. Building work includes converting a hall and provision for a playground sealing, with objects imported from Sydney for Easter start.
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Christa
Unla
Mbsagnor P. Mf
Haydna Yeater
Haydon
Christ
Jastlake Hostel Residents Demand Food Ration Reform
A meeting of Bastiae Hostel residents will be held at seven tonight to review the report of the Igedia committee from the Department of Works and Housing. The group seeks improved rationing and the dismissal of the catering manager, with members wary of assurances and pressed for immediate action.
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Jastlake
Bastiae
Igedia
Department of Works
Allon
Daraige
Eandane Yeatar
Saltad
Ey Bane
Canberra Short OF Woekmen to Clean Up Streets
Abnormal deficit in the hems ah ru Han rewind in requ from Feekdenta to have Une raiereed i vauue of fire rakes. Figures evently felioned that approximately 00 trees were Dystorma in December and will have to be replaced. The expansion of the Yarralum Nursery to keep pace with Canberra growth will be continued. Forty thou and plants left the nursery last year for departmental tor an by ACT roWdanta.
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Feekdenta
Tion
Tos
Yarralum
Canberra
Nurmory
ACT
roWdanta
Tasmania
Australia Day carnival crowds fill Canberra venues
Australia Day activities attracted about 1,000 people to major venues in Canberra including the Royal Canberra golf course and bowling greens. Patrol officers assisted during the afternoon as more than 3,200 people from surrounding areas attended a carnival in Quibanbayan while a man with a deep cut was treated after a rock fall.
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Canberra
Australia
Royal Canberra Golf Cours
Sprinklle
Antriote
Uns Kall
Quivanbayan
Quist Wins Australian Tennis Title in Hard-Fought Final
Adrian Quist defeated John Bromwich 8 4 3 8 8 3 7 8 in a tightly contested Australian championship final. Quist led early, Bromwich fresher at times, but Quist pulled away after the fourth set to claim the title. Other events included Women’s Doubles and Mixed Doubles results with various pairings and scores.
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Melbourne
Adrian Quist
John Bromwich
Waa
Wing
Quist
Bromwich
Mowthe
Sait
Mrs. Lung
Mrs. Holton
Mist P. Jane
Mika K Bevin
Building costs delays works of new hospitals
Fragmented OCR note discusses rising expenses and delays in construction of new hospitals. Mentions costs, financing, and scheduling uncertainties affecting completion timelines. Describes anticipated impacts on staff, services, and regional healthcare planning.
Creation of New State Urge for Australia
Fragmented text discusses political restructuring proposals in Australia, mentioning state creation and governance, with unclear names and places due to garbled OCR. It references a secretary and officials, hinting at constitutional or administrative changes. The readable segments imply a debate over subnational divisions and reform momentum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Nursing scheme announced by Interior Department
A nursing plan tied to a government department was outlined to support women’s health and staffing. The Red Cross coordinates regional involvement with local Yaz community leaders to mobilize volunteers and ensure implementation across facilities.
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Tiane
Artrant
Thay Rtange
Ual Sastes
Ever
Conahin
Hwene
Omphal Faeltitien
Tamworth pool junior swimmer named Olympic hopeful
Newcastle 13 year old Janette Johnson won the 930 yards country women senior championship at Tamworth Olympic Pool, breaking the Australian junior record in a convincing finish. Her win marks him as a definite Olympic hopeful with selection anticipated for Ruth Wales in national events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olympic Hope
Shaw Savill Line Announces New Postwar Vessels
Orders placed to replace losses with three twin-screw ships about 12 000 tons each. Vessels will have four passenger and range cargo holds, will be electrically driven, and feature navigation and weather routing. Ships to be built under postwar program by Jahan Ravi and Athlon Co with Pax-Driver and Arraultro Sydney cited in plans.
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Cei Navigation
Rhea Wey
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