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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 30, 1947
Page
2
A brief news fragment reports a Polish national pleading guilty to charges linked to meager fraud at the General Court. The item notes implications for ongoing rationing measures and mentions a Sydney press context with customs and Senator Courtie. The chaotic dispatch also references an attempted murder case in Austin and a Colombia airliner crash, all framed as brief items across multiple locales.
Irregular OCR report details a stove explosion at Sylvania injuring 13 year old Oihleen Gunning and 16 year old Ronald, with their mother Nana Gunning and younger brother Kane Gunning burning while three others rushed to aid. All were taken to St. George District Hospital for treatment.
Readable police report states Dr William Henry Hubert aged 47 and Pureicta Malley aged 27 were found poisoned in an apartment at Chetara. Both are out of danger. Bailey, described as a wealthy young woman, and Hubert linked to the Heath trial in September.
Italian opposition argues the evolving treaty threatens the letter and spirit of the allied agreement with Italy. The debate centers on whether the pact respects national interests and the terms originally agreed.
An American mutiny court in London sentenced German nationals to death by hanging after admitting involvement in the murder of American sailors. The convicts were handed over to civil authorities for final execution details.
Fragmentary weather note indicates temperatures shifting to warm, with south to southwest winds. Mentions bush-fire danger inland and elevated risk in the area labeled Bould-Fastern District.
Weather fragment shows temperature readings and wind data with unclear timestamps. It mentions a maximum around 3 pm and various wind speeds, likely incomplete due to OCR. Key figures include a 94.2 degree reading, 61, and 11 mph noting, but the overall meaning is obscured.
A long critique blasts the Australian Government for failing to provide a proper capital city. It argues Canberra has become a public convent, lacking a worthy Parliament House and suitable venues for global diplomacy. The piece urges real capital development to reflect Australia’s stature and Pacific role.
Debris removal work on the Molonglo River progressed with earthmoving and water machinery operating below Lennox Bridge to clear the river bed and restore lower water levels. Crews faced challenges from sediment and obstructions as they pace the cleanup.
Unclear OCR text records a new mark or record related to the A.M.P. Society. The readable fragments mention a record in the Ordinary Department and quantities like 734,000 and 08,418,304 but lacking coherent context or complete entities.
A W U advocates tolerance during the war years, arguing the union’s gains for workers should be protected without harming the broader labor movement. The piece notes the federation’s past progress and its balance between advocacy and restraint amidst national tensions.
The South Pacific Commission will likely consist of 12 commissioners, two from each of the integrated countries. The plan was tentatively decided in the committee stage of the South Seas Conference yesterday.
A Chinese aviation incident centers on a commercial air plane missing with missionaries aboard as negotiations and committee actions unfold regarding a new regional commission. Officials report an intensive search ongoing and discussions about charter, structure, and ratification proceed among member governments.
The report outlines Britain’s aim to field eight jet turbo airliners in five years. Senator Brewster emphasizes rapid progress. Glenn Martin Aircraft Company is noted as a U K manufacturer.
Melbourne report says delegates at the Victorian conference condemned low tone radio progammines as offensive to teachers. A proposal urged a national network to broadcast children’s programmes exclusively, arguing for Commonwealth support and a government station to run children’s broadcasts was carried unanimously.
Customs officers found a base of gold two inches long and thick in bags of refugees on a ship. British banknotes, some as high as 4100, were seized as counterfeit during inspections. Officials believe the notes are part of a larger counterfeiting scheme tied to an alleged invasion.
At the annual meeting of the City and Beaneh of the A.C.11 branch of the RBS ALLA the president, Mr Alexander, spoke on housing as the era’s top social issue. Ex servicemen were urged to back League efforts for future security, with new members invited to contact Secretary Mr H Greenlees at 38 Comper Wire, Aloe.
The fragment reports a world record price for Bay Psalm Book an item from the 17th century, noting an American record auction result. It mentions one surviving copy and ties to 1640 publication, with a figure around 16 060 dollars in 60 Yenberg Bible context.
A London report notes a deep cold wave with temperatures around 10 to 17 degrees in the city and Dover region. The Reuters Hamburg dispatch mentions people facing harsher conditions with night lows near 9 pm, highlighting the widespread cold across Britain.
Reported Wednesday, workers planned direct action at wharves with payment changes and attendance money disputes. The Secretary, Mr. Mewly, noted the union had pursued other methods but warned no delay in forceful action.
London officials discuss using displaced persons from Europe to ease manpower gaps in Britain. The Labour Minister indicates a potential extension of the current policy of bringing displaced women for low grade work, noting expert visits and parliamentary debates on the matter.
Durban reports a personal appeal from Field-Marshal Anta to Britain’s Prime Minister Attlee to divert three liners to accelerate immigration to South Africa. Billits aim to run immigrant transport for the year, seeking a streamlined program.
In Paris, Ramaierie and a new multi party government faced only a tepid confidence show in the National Assembly. A dull debate on policy was postponed as the premier defended the coalition’s actions amid cautious optimism.
The Liberal Party announced plans to contest country seats, citing candidates and preparation. Party spokesman denied delaying broader cooperation with the Country Party amid ongoing discussions and inquiries from January 8.
At the NZ request Tetmia Association approved Mian Revs and Mitch to accompany the men's team to New Zealand at the end of February. The American Tennis Association noted travel plans via New North Wales and a rapid return to America without visits to France or Egypt, prompting interstate discussions. Exhibition games by Talbert and Mulloy were sanctioned until February 4, while Brown would continue playing until February 8.
Reported from Sydney on a Wednesday incident stating two of five Royal Navy escapees have been recaptured near the dockyards. Details are sparse with names and exact locations not confirmed.
Officials report drought conditions causing trees in RaW arti ete to drop leaves. Parks and Gardens department has been applying about 2,000 gallons of water daily to save trees recently planted in the area. Human pronouncements and garbled phrases indicate a focus on watering and tree health amid dry weather.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions names and places with no clear event or outcome. The readable fragments reference persons and locations but lack decisive actions, dates, or organizations to form a coherent summary. Further context is needed to generate a proper two-line record.
Turbulent dust storms swept across vast areas hitting inland towns with high winds and thick dust. Residents reported damaged homes and vehicles as the storm intensified into the night, with many areas experiencing reduced visibility and power outages.
Dust from the north reduced visibility near Parramatta as a storm moved from Sydney. Temperatures climbed to the airport by 2.99. Winds intensified into a gust that reached Sydney around 6:20 PM.
Report details disjointed notes on English workmen leaving Riverview Hostel after unrest and food waste claims. The text notes excess numbers, early February departures, and attempts to secure future work, with references to wages, shelter, and possible repatriation amid tension and uncertain conditions.
A fragmented report notes Canberra kitchen murals as a focal point, with residents reacting to new visual art in public spaces. The piece references Dobell murals and the impact on local culture, hinting at broader urban art renovations and community responses.
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