United States Reports Record Crop Peak Amid Year
A cryptic note suggests the United States recorded history’s largest harvest this year with mentions of Washington and Bombay and a top crop event. Verified details are unclear due to garbled OCR.
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 28, 1947
Page
2
Five Royal Naval Escapees Detained After Shore Escape Attempt
Five Royal Naval escapees aged under 20 were captured in Ba Sepok after climbing the shore bank with armed guards nearby. Campbell Poole and Gaye were reported to have attacked Lang Bay, while Roberisch served as seabees. The others involved had not been identified, and Trey reportedly did not attempt escape.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ba ‘Sepok
Campbell
Poole
Lang Bay
Roberisch
Trey
Major changes in Canberra schools take shape this year
Canberra schools announce staff reshuffles as new principals take up roles. Benet replaces Headmaster Leonard moving from Manty to Canberra Grammar. Braskapest named as acting master and others reassigned. Enrolment targets delay start of term while delegates attend the South Asia Conference. Andrew Watson prize criteria updated for Leaving Certificate applicants 18 or under by Jan 1. Canberra University College can withhold the award if standards are not met.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mason
Gee
Cnet
Eadeen
Seale Wells
Atal Hricuty Benet
Leneiard
Bern Trans
Manty
Tranater
Braskapest
Aocites
Iurpall
Ster Appeau
Telopen Park
Laa Taabel
Canberra
Enlace
Gielet Grammar
Benook
Mim Saitehell
Perth
Fara
Ronal
Canberee Baye
Grimmac
Acoot
Oationa
Casiberga Ehotar
Ape
Dirssrine
Joe Robert Ewingte
John Dede Per Cone Nalay
Pine
Andrew Watson Prise
Pamn
Canberra Highahool
Andrew Walaan
Canberra University College
Ita Opition
Ube Fenuite
Wnantie
Married woman electrocuted in backyard tragedy
Mrs Catherine Allard, 29, died after contacting a clothes line energised in her Valley home. A neighbor, Mrs Edith, assisted and was shocked by contact with the live water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rite Catherine Allard
Edith
No Announcement Yet From Governor General
Fragmented text discusses anticipation of an official proclamation by the Governor General. The piece mentions Prime Minister and Australia Day timing but contains garbled wording and unclear dates.
Newspaper Fragments From a Shaky OCR Reel
A damaged OCR sample mentions several publications and agencies in a jumble including Daily Hered Daily Rxpress Manchester and telegraph agencies. It references The New York Times and Canton area notes, but the readable facts are sparse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baby Mail
Rxpress
Reel Pereais
Teleprapm Agency
America
New York Time
Gera Meni
Free “Rae
Teme
Canton
Rot Areas
Pacific leadership in regional security at Canberra conference
Delegations join in Canberra as South Pacific security and welfare of dependent territories top agenda. The meeting seeks an international approach to protect native peoples, align governance with welfare standards, and foster regional stability through cooperation between Australia and New Zealand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roe Routh Baas
I Mary Foundation
League of Nations
New Quines
Sully
Marshall
Caroline
South Seas
Australia
New Zealand
Government to Expand Arbitration Court Conciliation Panels
Government plans to appoint additional conciliation commissioners and bolster the arbitration machinery. A bill drafted for Parliament next month will extend the court with two new judges, clearer procedures, and advisory powers for industry commissions. Prime Minister Chidle urged retention of wage and work conditions standards during deliberations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cate Jon Mu Lodge
Avgap, Industria Committee
Chilley
Uve
Daputea
Simputen
Chi
Chiday
Tha “Artration
Weather forecast for southeastern district amid mild to moderate winds
The forecast calls for mainly mild conditions with some scattered showers and thunderstorms. Expect moderate east to northeast winds and a danger of lightning near the southern coast, while inland areas may see higher temperatures and clearer skies.
Resuscitated by Carbogen Gas in Sydney Ocean Rescue
Kenneth Miewood an 18 year old from Cronulla was submerged around four minutes in Narrabeen Lakes near Sydney. He received carbogen gas treatment after being brought to shore by diving colleagues. Paramedics conveyed him to Manly Hospital where doctors reported improvement. The incident involved local lifeguards and emergency responders and followed a rescue operation in rough water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Narrabeen Lakes
Kenneth Miewood
Cronulla
Cullen
Ewimiming
Mink
Eulty
Manly Hospi
Meat Price Protests Prompt Newcastle Deputation Report
A Newcastle deputation urged the Prime Minister to absorb meat price increases via government subsidy rather than public action. They pressed for direct government handling and asked Sydney to pause any public interference. Deputation members vowed to report back to their organizations after the meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chifley
Pulchery Trade
Cnermanad
Aubaldy
Newcastle
Capriw
Chifey
Aydney
Beaufort House Erected as Canberra Model
Special steps will be taken by the Minator for Housing to erect a Beaufort house in Canberra to break down prejudice against brick houses and explore aluminum options. The Beaufort house is steel and manufactured by the plant that built Beaufort bombers during the war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beaufort House
Canberra
Laramon
Auatraile
of Steel and Sa
Driver Reed Tracey Narrowly Avoids Water Hazard
After a long wait, driver Ray Tracey tried to move on but the wheels slipped toward the ditch near the harrow road. Only skilled driving kept all four wheels on the road and prevented the vehicle from toppling into the water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray Tracey
Harrow
Anzac Bay Dying Out in Melbourne Debate
A disjointed report from Melbourne centers on a discussion about participation and a resolution. It notes dissent among members and parallels to state identifications. The fragment references Bart and unclear served roles amid internal disagreements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Mousey
Tay Bart
Zounell
German equipment gifted to Australia for Yallourn mine
The report notes Germany will not provide reparations to Australia. Commonwealth officers indicate some mining gear, including machines and an 800 kW electricity generating plant, will be allocated to Armtratte and purchased by Victoria for the Yallourn state mine. The expected arrival is within the next months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cohd
Germany
Australia
Commonwealth Ofeer
Unday
Yallourn
Ue Ciachines
Armtratte
Lovet criticism of uss and global defense talk
London reports a critical view of the US state of military affairs and cooperation with allied nations. The piece lists multiple locations from Guam to Paris and outlines a broader discussion of overseas troop commitments and strategic lines including the China-Philippines route through Rangoon, Canton, and Hongkong.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
America
Hanoi
Bangkok
Calcutta
New Delhi
Teheran
Ankara
Athens
Rome
Marcaillon
Paris
Bhanghat
Amay
Bwatow
Canton
Hongkong
Mania
Bhanghal
Sano
Tod Bangi
Foreign Ministers Debate Greece Austria Roles in Talks
Reported Canadian withdrawal from a conference setting risk to talks while Greek ambassador Aghides argues for closer Greece–Council involvement. Austrian treaty note says Greece bears responsibility for wartime role. Canada awaiting orders as deputies discuss invitation to present views.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Canada
Otr
Amp
Aghiides
Unas
Gresce
Austria
Germany
Absconders Admit to Shop Robberies in Four Thefts
Absconders from Home Admit to four recent robberies netting £190. The gang granted parole to their names turning Christmas. Last night Alexander, a confectioner, went to Rin shop in Belle Road Bellevus Fl. They confessed to urging thefts in Bellevuts Road and nearby streets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Gosford Hays
Alexander
Tectioner
Palter
Heaswr
Bellevut 'S
Bore Street
Clifton Gardens
Teck
Goa
Australia Seeks ADELAIDE Grant Details Reported
Australia seeks a grant for Adelaide reported in a brief summary. The note mentions a grant of unknown source and an amount around £109, with unclear context and figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adelaide
Australians of the Dawn in Melbourne on Australia Day
Fragmentary report quotes Ble nana Taases speaking at an Australia Day mat expressing pride in Australia’s dawn and future. The text references historic lines and mentions a national mood amid conflict and calls for peace, with garbled phrases about arbitration and industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Childres
Blenana
Bietana
Australia
Tye Mengertietana
Aumralin
London Court Hears Dey Mgernet Sona Ley and Larenes Joh Smith
A West London Police Court hearing details vague charges against two defendants, with witnesses describing incidents and responses. The report cites weather-related damage and flooding across Queensland, predicting ongoing shortages and relief efforts as rainfall continues to influence transport and food supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West London
Mgernet
Sona Ley
Larenes
Fife
Ula
Inlu
Norwell
Watson
Farmer
Crofby
Queensland
Tweed
Logan
Brisbane
Wits
Service Union to Cooperate With RSL and Ex-Servicemen
Mond conference at SXSERVICE UNGION aims to co operate with RSL and ex servicemen women. Miia wan avoided after motions rejected censure of President Barry McDonald over criticism of lack of cooperation with the halon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Slelbourne
Mset
Miia Wan
Confermes
Agein
Barry McDonald
Recruiting Drive for Police Porce Recruting Drive
A police recruiting drive reports 730 men accepted since recruitment began to November with 400 still needed. Officers say two more drives will be organized in country areas within two months to boost numbers and fill vacancies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bydney
Taxation Debate Reveals Cabinet Plans on Mining Fees
The Prime Minister signaled possible reductions in income tax linked to mining profits. Cabinet will not submit tax cuts at the next meeting, but the policy position is reviewed monthly and reductions are promised when feasible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Itr
Chinry
Chidley
Public rallied against ex prisoners of war voyage plan
An address at a state Legion conference denounced public indifference to former prisoners of war. The report notes the Vanguard battleship voyage to South Africa with Prince Elizabeth and Princess Margaret aboard, detailing the ship's construction, early 1946 commissioning, and a royal party departure from Portsmouth in January for a 16 day voyage with no port calls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Legion
evServicemen
Barry Sir- Donald
Mir. McDonald
John Brown
Raida
Jones
Elizabeth
W. J G. Agnew
South
Arica
York
Australia
Rincams Sima
Beth
Princéan
Margaret
Bonaventure Reaches Sydney Amid Naval Arrivals
Bonaventure, the mothership forub marines, arrived today to Sydney with 40 personnel, mostly Royal Navy members. Several have married or reengaged to Australian crews, marking a notable recent movement as the vessel completed its voyage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Bonaventure
Forubmarines
Girin
van Meivile
North
British tradesmen join local union
Twentysfour British tradesmen attended a week day meeting of the ACT branch of the Building Workers' Industrial Union. The men were fully trained journeymen carpenters and bricklayers eligible for admission after clearance from the Amalgamated Society of Woodworkers and the Amalgamated Union of Building Trade Workers of Great Britain and Ireland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ACT
We Building Workers’ Industrial Union
AAG
Amaliad Society of Woodworkers
Real Biritmin
Union of
Building ‘Rade Workers of
Great Fritein
Irelan
Mien
Senate
Prime Minister aims to appoint miners' reps to Joint Coal Board
The Prime Minister indicated in early negotiation readings that the government would seek miners' representatives with no prior free appointment ties to either miners or coal owners. The Miners' Federation blocked the move, while the government pressed for nonpartisan appointees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prine
Mr Chifey
Teema
Festina Gowran
Joint Cost Board
Chi
Nad
Miss Crosseter and Miss Hall Attend Nursing Moderation Conference
Miss Crosseter Health Department of Melbourne City Council and Miss Hall of Newcastle Hospital have been elected to represent Australian nursing at the Council of Nurses conference to be held in Allen ts City, UA, in May.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Miss Crosseter
Melbourne City
Miss Hall
Newcastle Hospital
Allents City
Remains Found in Cave at Leumah Sector
Fragments describe remains of an elderly man located in a cave crevice at Leumah Sector. The report notes the cave floor and debris, with uncertain surrounding context and displaced items suggesting recent disturbance. No identities or precise dates are provided in the readable text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leumah
Tescae
Scaros Can
Canberra Hotel Faces Beer Shortage For A Week
Hotel patrons endure a beverage drought as supplies run dry and Breweries report exhausted stocks. Local sources indicate limited outlets like the nearby motel remain open with scant beer. The situation follows reports of reduced deliveries and ongoing supply constraints affecting the Canberra area.
ICH MAKERS FACE FRGE LEM IN CANBERRA
In Canberra residents faced ice shortages as the Capital Core Company struggled with deliveries. The plant faced breakdowns and limited output with only a few blocks available for sale, while storage and supply lines lagged behind demand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ICH
Canberra
Ministerial Approval Sought For FedE Golf Club Expansion
A report notes ministerial approval is required for a planned expansion of the FedE golf club at Red Hill. The plan includes laying out a nine hole course amid delays from high clearing costs. Members fear a club house and greens construction may be included.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fede Golf ‘Club
Abesd
Red Hill
Clu
Greens
Recapture of AIOOW Murder Charge Recap
Fragmentary OCR notes describe police searches and a sergeant McNabb involved in a recapture murder charge case. References to Fanny Bay and Alice suggest place names, with mentions of historic territory and possible tidal streams. Details are unclear, but action centers on a police pursuit and legal process.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Une
A. McNabb
Alice Went
Canberra Aerobatic Display Attracts Large Crowd
A crowded Canberra aerodrome hosted an aerial exhibition drawing a near five thousand crowd. Performers staged aerobatic sequences as a safety display amid technical difficulties and weather constraints. Officials, including local organizers, witnessed the event with spectators noting the skill and precision of the maneuvers.
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Mir. W. Banke Amery
Rea
Indew Gealand
Anzac Bay
Lovet
Uss
S. Australia
OF the Dawn
SXSERVICE_UNGION
R.S.L
South Africa
Joint Coal Board
Canberra Hotel
Ma Mason
Tae
Neal
Capital Corte Company
Mebditci
Myeshanind
Tanat
Peapla
Aioow
Camden
Anro
Thay Gore
Adr
Adr, Ade
Coteman Aal
Eave
Ml ‘Herd Piu
Ping Orgentied
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