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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 03, 1946
Page
5
Reading from Allied directives and wartime reforms the article outlines broad plans to replace Japan's Meiji era constitution with a new framework. It describes a shift toward a parliamentary system, reduced imperial role, and a reeducation campaign under Allied authorities to guide political transformation.
Sydney reports Aptuth being arrested while attempting to flee to the United States. Ayd is noted as the place of arrest with charges including attempting to escape custody and possession of stolen money and a Luger without lawful authority. Prince Michael O Connell, 18, remanded without bail after claiming to be mugged during the escape bid.
In New South Wales the wheat belt near Gunnedah remains under threat as rainfall fails to arrive. Department of Agriculture officials warned northern regions that some crops may be lost, while other districts reported saved yields.
The Repertory Society plans a Thursday event at University College with excerpts from Pride and Prejudice and The Importance of Being Earnest. Cast members include Joan Befielder Betty Phillipa and new performers Gillian Pry Lauren Byam, plus Hamlet at Albert Hall by July 7 with a large company and notable roles.
Qualifying rounds for the Heald god Weekly Times cup and Dominions cup to determine finalists are held at Royal Canberra with the monthly medal also contested. A handicap will apply for players who have not yet won this season as the field lines up for two cup finals and honors.
An 11 year old boy, Jack Wateh, was found after exposure to rain and icy winds near Lithgow. More than 100 volunteers joined search efforts after he was reported missing while out near a rock in open ground.
The article reviews a historical survey on profit sharing as a wage incentive, citing experiments by Proctor and Gamble and others. It notes limited adoption, challenges in unions, and the view that profit sharing cannot replace sound management. It discusses wage scales, taxable treatment, and plant-level efficiency versus large enterprises.
Canberra Technical College invites applications for several roles including home maid waiters and kitchen staff, plus a painting and decorating project. Principal Dunbar asks that applications reach the office by Monday, 24th June 1948. University and college staff are sought for multiple posts with details offered on request.
Police at Queanbeyan fined several suspects after a Saturday gambling raid. William Lawrence Hawke and William Patrick Saher each received £13 penalties for illegal gaming on premises. The operation led to 44 people being fined amounts totaling the rest of the raid findings.
Umpire Mougas reports two players involved in a clash during a match. The event at Northauene involves players from Ainslie-Saaticke and incidents traced to Reckhoude fag and Eastlake rover A. Fowhe with Edington.
A local notice promotes Tuesday night dance with BPM at Monbera venue. It notes upcoming performances including "Wosciuako Trip Huning" and references MCA events before July 8 and a July 24 date.
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