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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 01, 1946

Page

2

Fuel n Ton and Relatives Attend Funerary Service

An obituary notice notes relatives and friends invited to a funeral service in Canberra for a deceased individual. Attendees include family members such as Burton and Mullis Utra, with mentions of various figures and groups connected to the church and community. The exact details and names are partially obscured in the text.

Burton Demry Meethar Deirie Raaiesay Mullis Utra King Casturras

Margart Fratswa Memorial Remembered With Aid From Local Figures

A fragmentary note recalls a memorial for Margaret with supportive actions from Kevin John and peers. The readable text hints at a community response and remembrance in the wake of a death. Further details are obscured in the OCR.

English Brides Reagh Sydney English Brides Reagh Sydney

The article describes the arrival of English brides and a group traveling by ship, with details of the voyage, family arrivals, and a wedding. It mentions the Howarth and Grace Dernell families, their movements, and plans to settle in Warral and Queenscillh with relatives nearby, including a note about a marriage and social arrangements.

Toney Gundey Espera Taidren Liem Maui Peters A. BE. Hooke Warral Tarawa Howarth Bermar Grace Dernell

BeathCr MnE MenZies birth notice in local press

The Prime Minister sent telegram to the family confirming the birth of a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Joke Bampaon of the district. The message notes the child was born in 1808 and references their residence and local standing. Further details are unclear due to faded text.

Chitey

Canberra Weather Saturday Reading Summary

Weather data for Canberra over the 44 hours to dawn Sunday reports rain with mist and strong winds. Temperatures peak near 85 with a high around 3 pm and drop to the mid 30s by afternoon.

Mons Wat Ale Dag Dam

Canada and Australia reflect on a shared Commonwealth bond

A Canberra audience reflects on Canada’s Dominion status and its place in the British Commonwealth. The speaker praises Canada’s path to independence and the enduring ties with Australia, noting cooperation and mutual support within the Commonwealth and the role of Canada in global order.

Canada Arasa Xiatia Australis Belem Commonwealth British Commonwealth MacKensie King Commons Serge Astro Ameria Erin United Kingdom Saiior MeLlon Eamna Australia Ovis Holluweit

Strikes Threaten Industry Amid Labor Dispute

Reports from Waishane describe union and employer tensions over mass walkouts. Government fears unrest as a large group of workers faces potential dismissal while unions seek reinstatement and a court review of the conflict. Talks aim to prevent further disruption and restore confidence in employment.

Drought Breaking Areas Expand Across State

Areas across the state show drought relief gains with weekend registrations rising from two to 30 points in Albury and Temora, expanding to the Western area. The measures promise value to farmers in April May and June as dry spells ease. Wheat crops suffered earlier wilting and the crepe bed site faced vermin issues, with Wagga district and Western Riverina showing notable point increases.

Tate Albury Temraltie Juan Wagga Agen

Australian artist Mina Hammond to tour capital cities

Sydney crowd hears Mina Hammond, the Australian print artist, announce a tour of capital cities under the auspices of the AIRC. She praises Australian artists and details plans for a new venue in Rigland to support students, music, and practice space at nominal cost, aiming to foster a community with cultural growth.

Sydney Unday Mina Joan Hammond Donna Avapieem AIRC Austrasian Artlats Ringland Victoria Camue Rigland Acs Mets Lovelin Gewcomern Mia Hammond Shirvad Heswelf Gowrie Chale Wien Arraracerota Alan Hum Anstredin Tely Mixa Harimonl

Governor and Prime Minister Meet at Government House Canberra

The Governor General the Duke of Gloucester received Prime Minister the Right Honourable J. Bl. Chifley at Government House Canberra on Saturday. The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester attended divine service at St Anistew's Presbyterian Church, Canberra, yesterday.

Two Car Collisions In Canberra In One Night

At about 7 pm on Saturday two separate crashes occurred in Canberra. A utility truck driven by Mr Vicar Mona collided with another car near Mortstrent Vie Center, injuring none reported. About an hour later, two cars collided at the corner of Gheanweeh and Torpeum Streets, with one driver Mr R AteAillan and another Mr B Kelly involved. both vehicles appeared damaged and towed from the scene.

Grewsy Roada Poor Observaton Ladtors Towo Road Mortstrent Vie Center Vicar Mona Amalie M. Mune MogQuaid Brunt Queanbeyin Gheanweeh Torpeum Streets Netter Oa Uvivers Ate B. Kelly Torrent Street Tmudaan Mr R. AteAillan Hoddle Gardena Alnane

Canberra Plunges Into Another Cold Snap

Reports from Canberra describe continued cold spell with a high of 44.8 last afternoon and heavy snow around Mt Franklin. Power cuts disrupted telephone lines while cloud ceilings held at about 3,100 feet, complicating transport and delaying planned inspections at the Ford plant as weather worsened.

Kanberrs Pam Mannes rivMig Coud Uraren Jeni Mt. Franklin Lemike Fairbairn Ipmat Chidey Ford

Aircraft Carrier Glori a Opened to Public in Adelaide

About 20 000 people visited the aircraft carrier Gloria at the Outer Harbour since it was opened to the public. Many visitors rushed on board as admission reached 2000 an hour, with a few impediments noted during the display.

Adelaide Aberut Gloria Diousaida Giet Nmber Deatrayer Ploniaters

International wage plan for seamen disputes rise

The article reports on a proposed international seamen wage plan led by Mr. A. C Moor later identified as director general of procurement. It notes involvement from Australian and United States delegates and a push toward a minimum wage for the industry in the coming era.

A. C Moor Assia Mhinieaum Custisia Orien United States Moore Unnteen Austeaiin United State Leraventian Om Eniury

South Coast Mines Close Down To day To Discuss Dust

Coal mines across the South Coast plan a one day stoppage to discuss dust concerns. About 400 coke workers from the Miners Federation are involved in the action. Wollongong miners from 1% mining towns near Westungang rise to mobilize. Southern Miners’ Federation leader would not comment. The strike aims to pressure the Central Xuxerative and government officials on dust mitigation.

South Coast Sydney Bunday Caan Wollongong Lemornuw Trowmberm Miners’ Federation Miers Ar. Lowden Wader Kuxerative Vasant Knightly Weanesday Dyer Dustyy

Pack Horses Struggle for Food Supplies in Snowbound Region

Emergency rations sustain pack horses as blizzards cut routes and block replenishment. In Adamindby and surrounding areas, people face hunger as deep snow drifts persist. Ken McIntyre and others attempt to deliver food despite impassable roads.

Aydney Ken Mcintyre Sydney Adaminnby Aestate Uo Anow

Minister Defends Tree Removals In Swanton Debates

Canberra minister denies Swanton tree removals constitute destruction. He says thinning and pruning follow consultative committee guidance to protect windswept areas. He cites risks from storms and notes plans to replace damaged branches and maintain future street scenery.

Ahinninga UMM Ind Atimiater Canberra Itivan Aruba

Picture operators strike as Melbourne theatres run full

Melbourne theatres filled while picture operators strike. Reported unrest and walkout disrupted shows amid efforts by The Employers Union to prevent stoppage. Patrons faced delays and refunds as the strike began after 7:30 pm.

Melbourne AU Pictire Theatrie Theatrenl Enemon

Safebreakers Escape With E225 Noted At Site

Fragmentary report notes safebreakers escaped with E225 at a location described as the rouery place between a yesterdays and afternoons time. The fragment mentions a time around 12.50 p.m. yesterday.

Ewensnis Sane

Canberra advisory council hears on hospital bus fare and housing

The ACT Advisory Council discusses fare changes for hospital travel with no change urged, while housing and waiting list issues dominate. A spokesman denies church leaders’ representations and notes previous housing targets and completion levels for 1944 46. Gardiner challenges comments, seeking a formal declaration and clarifications from Mr Carmody regarding housing allocations in Canberra and Acton.

Gardiner A. B. Gardiner ACT Advisory Council J. Carmody Canberra Hoel Acton Cars Wndy Carmody Motel Acton Hel Perain Barmody

Ice from plane wings strikes Cronulla street scene

Eyewitness reports ice rained from a plane wing as it passed Cronulla street. A child and several onlookers described sheets of ice splintering and bouncing, with one boy recalling a large sheet that shattered after landing near him. Police or rescuers reportedly investigated the strange meteor-like impact as residents watched the scene.

Cronulla Sydney Hundny Cromulla

Australian French Chess match reported in Sydney

A rugged fragment describes a Sunday chess match between Australia and France starting yesterday and lasting into the night. Names and locations are garbled but indicate teams in Sydney and Paris, with cables relaying results and players such as Lewin and Malbours involved.

Welfare Council readers debate Canberra unity and policy

The Canberra Welfare Annunciations discuss a proposed cooperation between groups while avoiding party politics. A council debate notes non party stance, urging collaboration across associations. The June 27 meeting addresses constitution, procedures, and possible inclusion of independent proposals.

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Unclear record from Canberra club and subscriptions

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a club headquarters and obligations of Logary with subscriptions sent to the Treasurer at Canberra Lax Kacy Club 81 Farrer Street. Several names and titles appear in incomplete form, with scattered dates and attendees.

Canberra Lax Farrer Street

Thrilling drama Gittes in a Fatal Passion Play

A chaotic stage production titled Murder Without Crime explores psychological fear and a maniac plot as Ross Buchango and cast deliver a tense denouement. Lee Thompson directs a volatile ensemble including Matthew Home Muchanan and Stephen Allan Cultbertaon Tempeatious in a controversial study of guilt and attempted suicide amid a lurid love triangle.

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