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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 31, 1946
Page
2
Fragmentary text notes a Jewish organization planning or arranging movement into Palestine. It references a goal for this year and a proposed number of migrants, but details and context are unclear due to damaged wording.
In wartime notes from the Pacific theater, operations at Rabaul are disrupted by poor weather. Aircraft were diverted to Torokina as planning continued. Officials describe shifting positions and potential relief efforts for troops on Paiko Island and nearby targets.
Sydney reports the Federal convention of the ACTU adopting a direct action stance, with the 40 hour week central to demands. Officials criticize industrial peace talks, while discussions on staff recognition and living standards provoke debate. The National Secretary warns that any gains depend on broader government support.
The Times correspondent reports Bengal and southern Indian regions nearing severe hunger as imports fall short and crop failures worsen. Authorities warn of a broader crisis unless relief measures improve. Government and dominion bodies consider accelerated shipments and price controls to avert famine risk.
The Navy reports 24 negatives and cameras stolen from the Missouri warship’s laboratory at Bayonne New Jersey while docked on January 13. A crew member observed a lockable compartment broken into and the theft carried out by a person or persons unknown.
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Rainy spell in the south with warm to hot conditions. Northward gusts and afternoon shies. Light morning fog, then increasing clouds with isolated thunderstorms. Overall warm and humid with chances of light showers in the northern areas.
The fragment suggests a reflective line about the future and a vow to vaccination as a path forward. It lacks clear actors, dates, places, or organizations to anchor a fuller summary.
AMERRALLA discusses whether Southern Ireland should be considered a state within the British Commonwealth and the implications of allegiance to the Crown. De Valera’s stance is debated, with opinions that Southern Ireland’s loyalty and potential independence affect diplomatic representation and postwar alignment.
In a London Moscow radio report a critic labels French reactionaries as serving no good purpose. The broadcast discusses the Malayan inquiry and Churchill’s speech, accusing reactionary groups of stirring counter-allegations and delaying postwar unity. It quotes Useni Souneer on preferring collaboration over prolonged disputes.
New York time report claims Russia desires a military base on Iceland near Badge Flord on Toalend coast. The North American Newspaper Allinhoe notes the request raises wider strategic questions. Washington has not discussed the matter publicly.
An early postwar plan outlines starting Antarctic whaling with a 20 000 ton mothership built in England and equipped with chase boats. The program may see the Royal Australian Navy vessels repurposed, including the Geelong based corvette converted for escort duties.
The note states that Mr. R. G. Casey will return to public life in March or early next month after a lengthy holiday. It mentions he was governor of England and hints at his reentry into Australian public life.
The Katoomba will depart for New Zealand on Friday after docking 350 passengers at Wellington. It will refuel at Townworth before proceeding to Rabzul for the repatriation of troops.
In Aydeny on Monday the Commonwealth wheat plan will be discussed at a conference. State Minister Graham and wheat growers agreed that all wheat growing states had accepted the plan in principle and would consider it carefully to ensure practical work ahead.
A Wednesday conference in Sydney brings together Senator Ashley of the Albany for Supply, the Mate Premier, the Minister for Mines, Mines Department officials, and the Miners Federation. They will discuss the five year control plan and potential new taps.
A garbled report from Melbourne notes General Blamey’s discharge completion with unclear details about his wife and finalizing formalities. The fragment mentions November and military command elements linked to the ALF.
A Melbourne firm reports no buyers for surplus World War II tanks and hulls, with deliveries valued at 90,900 pounds. The Disposals Commission plans public tenders as peacetime use looms for the iron assets, including potential cuts for heavy machinery plates.
Sydney dispatch says army prisoners are being released early from confinement. Source notes that officers indicate wartime factors and policy changes lead to shortened terms for inmates previously serving long sentences.
An aviation mishap report details the under carriage of a plane becoming jammed during flight, causing an emergency response. The event involves a transport aircraft and ground crews working to assess damage and secure the craft. Further investigation is planned to determine cause and safety implications.
The Liberal Party signals renewed overtures to the Australian Country Party to form a working basis for the next federal election. They propose shared preferences and Senate candidate decisions, with conditions governing collaboration and money collection responsibilities. Strong divisions within the Liberal executive emerged over the terms, but a compromise aim to unite Liberal and Country efforts to defeat Labour remained.
In Melbourne and Longreach coverage the air survey discusses floods at Longreach and compulsory training urged by women. Debates on defence and national service surface as politicians, unions, and residents weigh transport policy and arbitration court involvement amid ongoing wartime austerity.
The Attorney General directs the Commonwealth to intervene under the Arbitration Act in a 40 hour work claim brought by the Printing Industry Labour Union. Melbourne arbitration hearings set for Monday, with Commonwealth officials and experts preparing evidence and counsel address.
Officials stated last night that conferences are needed to assess the dilutee issue and the replacement of evisien Gilstere in engineering. Talks discuss using partly trained ex servicemen in metal industries and giving service tradesmen jobs they held before the war. An estimate of 130,000 was said to be unfounded and tradesmen returning from the services would be guaranteed to resume former positions where possible.
More than 18 000 service personnel discharged in December and January have contributed over £2 000 000 of their deferred pay to a Commonwealth scheme. NSW processed 7 610 applications for £480 000 and Victoria 3 400 for £630 000. loans will be included in the Beverley Loan opening on March 13.
Sydney report notes an Interior Department inspector at North Head Quarantine Station finds a cache of 16th century mint age sovereigns in an old building. Police broaden inquiry, examining additional structures for more coins and clues.
Police arrest a man in connection with the January Calrna bomb outrage. The suspect is charged with murder of Clara Murphy and Mee Kathiows Brown and with unlawfully wounding Robert Navi. Victims were killed on a boat during the attack. investigation continues.
The Repatriation Commission was barred from taking over hospitals due to lack of hospital alert. Major-General Wootten, chairman, reported wartime wards were closed at Ranowick Caulfrid Windsor and Brbane repatriation hospitals because of marines. Ex service patients are being relegated to army nowports, with cost covered by the Cont sala.
Sydney reports Mr Falstein advocates a coupon system to ration beer similar to tea and sugar. He argues coupons would let people buy beer at their own pace, while Parliament prepares liquor act amendments. Navy shortages and delayed hop supplies also threaten availability.
A severe winter gale in England caused multiple fatalities as a train carriage caught fire and exploded after a 8 ton shell struck a Calvanised Inuit pulling, killing several soldiers and injuring others. The storm toppled masts and damaged structures along the northern coast, with ships forced to seek shelter by Dover.
Unclear OCR text reports government action to provide accommodation for Griffith teachers. Mentions unions, a promind of Ina and a land army, with references to new teachers and potential take over.
Aged 84, former operative in WW service admitted guilt to arson at Braidwood after meeting with witnesses. Court records show he pled guilty to a major charge and was sentenced to three years in prison. He had prior service in 1940 and will be supervised during parole.
Ottawa reports the External Attaite Department will evacuate all German prisoners in Canada to the United Kingdom starting in February. About 24,000 Germans are in Canada, with roughly 13,000 employed on work projects, mainly in lumber and other industries.
Dutch evacuees arrive from Batavia after internment in Java camps and concern over health and weight. Arrangements set for four to six weeks lodging in Bathurst Orange Katoomba and nearby towns including hotels private homes. Many children among the group with ongoing needs and care arrangements to be provided.
A woman identified as Mary Witkiveen, 31, wife of Brian Marine, died after being struck on the railway line near Made Tow Bah yesterday. The body was found on the tracks and authorities are investigating the incident as a tragic fatality with details still emerging.
The letter writer discusses housing and rental issues affecting families with small children. It contrasts the treatment of tenants by landlords with the behavior of neighbors just over the hill, noting residents paid public servants to advance their position.
The editor of The Canberra Tie reviews an unofficial report in Ainslie Progress and Welfare Association proceedings dated 24th Inet. It notes objections raised by the Boys Club and Glady Club, and mentions the Provident of the Gite Club. President Chas Campbell signs the message dated 1840.
Moscow authorities executed twelve German officers and a soldier sentenced to death for war crimes in the Ukraine. The hangings occurred in the presence of a crowd as the sentences were carried out.
A wartime dispatch outlines trial shipments to Indonesia involving military provisions and logistics. The report notes forms, arbitration over food clothing and medical supplies, and the roles of officers in coordinating aid and material flow.
A London report describes a Wednesday address in Birmingham by a former Secretary for India. He argued against tying Britain’s loan to economic policy and warned the loan would not restore the empire’s wealth or solve the underlying system.
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