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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 07, 1945
Page
2
A string of brief items reports a royal visit planned to Ulster by the King and Princess Elizabeth, pending dates, plus a Royal schedule. Other notes announce increased German civilian rations in the war, a submarine overdue, continued press strikes, tobacco concessions, a London housebreakers case, and a Brisbane camp escapees update with police activity.
Cloudy with scattered snow in southeastern districts and along the coast. Inland fronts move in from the south, with fresh southwest winds. Snow may linger in far southern areas, while western regions remain clearer and milder through the day.
Canberra weather note lists periods from 3 pm to 9 am with indications of wind and rain across regions including Sauinurn Tableland. Mentions readings for rainfall and wind speed, with reference to specific localities and times, but the legible details are fragmentary.
Canberra readers learn that a parliamentary committee urged special recognition for Australian fighting service members through a war gratuity, detailing overseas versus home service distinctions and proposing additional recognition for volunteers who did not go abroad. The report, tabled in March, considers equity and potential extensions of the gratuity to late-stage service.
Vice regal party arrives in Canberra by air and attends a memorial service for Prime Minister John Curtin. Government officials including Governor General, Prime Minister, and cabinet ministers are listed with titles and roles. The report notes the timing at Government House and the sequence of events surrounding the official visit.
Senor Hubner the new Chilean Consul General and Charge dAffaires in Australia arrived in Canberra yesterday. He was welcomed by the Acting Minister for External Affairs and emphasized the importance of strengthening Chile Australia relations. He indicated a desire for an Australian representative in Chile.
The report notes overall butter output remains low in many states despite general rain. Production slows in parts of Prescott and Victoria shows signs of decline while South Australia is expected to fall below last season. Queensland is the sole state with projected higher output.
A London report notes the British Australian Tobacco Company requires 90 female workers to labor overtime or face a daily penalty of 410. The incident highlights wartime industry measures and labor pressure in the era.
The Honourable D Cameron and Ian Puathanter-Denival are cited along with The Provisional A. A. Calwi as Minister for Information. Mis Raye highlights royal involvement. The Duke of Francesier Naw loans funds to the York, and Min John Curtin from Canberra is noted in relation to conveyancing for government action.
Mr F M Forde was sworn in as Prime Minister after acting for Curtin as illness kept him in office. The new cabinet includes Beasley as Defence Minister and the Governor General presided as the ministry was formed. The Labor caucus discussed leadership while a petition sought a postponement of meetings on July 17.
Canberra remembers John Curtin with sympathy from all sections of public life and the government. The Albert Hall tribute featured the Canberra Musical Society and statements by ALP leader H Z Blair praising Curtin’s courage and leadership. A memorial service program includes organ music by H Curtis at St John Church and a direct broadcast of the burial.
Report notes daily coal load figures with peak 7 190 tons and west load 1490 tons. Details appear garbled but indicate transport totals and variation across regions. Names and exact facilities are unclear. emphasis remains on tonnage and regional distribution.
A fragment mentions Fleet pilots planning a Thursday operation with the Navajo board overseeing a radar or sensing test. The note is incomplete but indicates an inter agency activity on a forthcoming Thursday.
Canberra observes national mourning as the funeral cortage carries the late John Curtin from Parliament House toward his final resting place. The solemn service drew many dignitaries and crowds, marking a historic day in Canberra.
Sydney crowds gathered as Prime Minister John Curtin lay in state with a military guard, naval and ceremonial rites marking the death of Australia’s wartime leader. The procession moved to the dome and banner bearing Curtin’s inscription, honoring his service to the Commonwealth of Australia.
A grand Memorial Service honors John Curtin with royal and Commonwealth figures present. Commodore Ho A jAlnweis led the Australian Navy in a formal display as leaders, governors, and dignitaries paid tribute. The crowd gathered around the King George V statue while prayers and readings marked the service and nation’s grief.
A historical narrative portrays a life of sacrifice and steadfast faith. The subject endures captivity and peril, guided by conviction and service to a larger nation. Memorial tones praise enduring virtue, spiritual consolation, and the hope of future generations under a protectorate of Christian duty.
A lengthy Australia wide cortege followed the Prime Minister’s casket from Parliament to the gun carriage. Dignitaries including Mr Curtin’s widow Mrs Curtin and MPs joined the solemn march as Royal Navy officers and RAAF aides led the escort. The state funeral proceeded with guards, pilots from the Royal Netherlands Air Force, and senior officials paying final respects as the hearse moved toward Western Australia for burial.
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