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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 09, 1947

Page

4

Funeral Notices From Canberra Area Shared In Fragmented Text

Fragmented OCR funeral notice references a Canberran cemetery service for Catherine Mary OBrien and listed relatives. Mentions Canberra Funeral Directors, baptism and a Catholic service, with memorial lines for a Richard OBrien and a brother, amid garbled names and locations like Kingston and Queanbeyan.

Geravet Christopher Grime Shute Wether Mary Church Canbervs Eblenate Canberra Canaral Cemetery Motor Canbarra, Ltd APDA O'Rourke Cranford At Queanbeyan Fhower Ee Cprrien Ana Ana ‘Mra James B. O'Brie Kennedy Street Kingston Ganbarre Elt Oseriy Catherine Mary O'Brian Canberra Canbeerh Eanbergs Bedi Bias. Feeae

Competence on ships turn arquad competence on ships

The fragmentary text references shifting policies on ship competence and leadership figures, noting officials and supply roles without clear context or complete sentences. It hints at navigation, transport routes, and government responsibility but lacks coherent facts or outcomes.

Chambers Of Commerce Deputation Seeks Tax Cuts

A deputation from the Amritsar Chambers of Commerce met the Prime Minister yesterday to urge reductions in core duties. They argued that no tax had been cut since the war ended while petty taxes remain in operation, calling for relief for traders and citizens.

Asm Chambers of Commerce Sak Oveterday

Obituary of Mrs G P Doddrell in Canberra life

Mrs G P Doddrell, long resident of Canberra from 1927, died after illness. Survived by husband Mr Ted Doddrell and family. Funeral details and remembrance notes indicate her role as a mother and community member.

G. P. Doddrell Malton Mearitts ‘Wits Graeme Dasara Bean Canberra Moiboumns Ted Doddre Jonnie Ford

British BU to Leave Canberra under Regimentation

London observer GW Mores says a British unit will depart Canberra after discussions with local authorities. He notes pressure from residents and officials for strict regimentation of troops during the withdrawal. A return to England is planned after the Royal Marines meet and transport arrangements are set.

Wheera Ney Mores London Canberra Cuaberse Athera Canbarre

Canberra Weather Tuesday Report

Weather note from Canberra outlines conditions for Tuesday with reported metrics and times though many figures are unclear. Key entities include Canberra and a 34 hour window ending at 3 p.m. and a final reading near 38.5 with mentions of Ham and Thailand time references.

Mehon Ham Tae Lee

The Flying Saucer Lesson on World Fear and Reason

The article argues mass hysteria follows fear of invasion and how leaders like Hitler Mussolini and the United Nations reveal mankind's psychological weakness. It contends fear dominates reason, and progress has outpaced moral balance, urging deeper faith and prudent restraint.

Aatenora Mare Waa Hitler Mussolini Italy Rome Bying Seucer Man Haa Ayer Atralua Dirk Tyre Asucer Bumove

Governor and Mrs. Mottall Attend Catholic Bar Event

The governor Gener and Mrs. WJ Mottall were seen at a Catholic bar event, wearing Excellonclen attire as part of or during the gathering.

Trek Excellonclen Gener Mra WJ. Mottall

Weather forecast notes inland light, Alps visibility

Forecast indicates inland light conditions with some haze in the Alps. Strong northwest winds and elevated arctic air produce tough conditions across inland areas.

Alps

Auckland hosts gold kangaroo gift amid reunion plans

A fragmentary report from Auckland notes a gold kangaroo gift discussed with local officials and associations. The piece mentions preparations for a ceremonial presentation and the expectation that a veteran receive the gold as part of a commemorative event tied to a Returned Soldiers' association gathering.

Auckland Auckland Returned Holdiers’ Association A. Powtiewaite

Three Years of Repatriation Work in ACT

A fragmented report details repatriation efforts in the Australian Capital Territory. It covers executive sponsorship, wartime service, and community integration, noting funding, travel expenses, and support for servicemen and servicewomen, with emphasis on continued care and responsible administration.

Act Ingrabatriaion Une Muglaat Air W. K. Gray Guldapon Wivige Wien Orgeniatons Peintives Cieuiare Singh Arid Financial Statement Commission Oversara E A Vincent End A BT Dick

51 Million Saved in Interest on Free War Loans

Fragmented OCR note claims Commonwealth saved about forty one million amid war loans and secrecy. Mentions, Inter fee oma, Algovoaatt seerecy, and a Corasione week form period. Likely garbled government financial statement about savings and loan terms.

Commonwealth Joana

Australian bid May 8 faded after resighned note

An item from the May 8 Australian bid column shows faded handwriting and garbled text about a redesigned or threatened entry. The fragment mentions laws, travel, and a timeline, with unclear references to people or institutions.

Canberra housing allocations to be reviewed in Canberra

A Canberra debate on housing allocations for ex servicemen highlighted rising need for government and private housing. Emphasizing equal access, speakers urged faster review of policies and use of available resources to provide housing without discrimination, with aims to ease shortages and support service personnel in private employment.

Canberra Johnacn Euservicemen Lee Avia Hum Council of Ra-aervice Shakespeare Raver Jana Hsing Australis Canbarra Uva Bakery B. G Levis Axverr Bayeriee Cantera Dernsita Watch Governjent Twuad Baliding Hia Awa B. Nowe Ieee Sarre vOliphant Jere Walkers Chereny Mara Pry Ibd Houma Merle Jeu Ite Caibarra Johnson Reilef Cowld

Land sales decision questioned by Royal Commission

Lush Rodney states it was not improper for Parliament to seek a department decision on land sales. The inquiry covered the Tom Tay Pastoral Co. and a Crown land purchase in Binne rag Cont Thame. valuations and treats cited. Judge Kirby limited further investigation, while Lush claimed no political influence affected valuations and sale of a King Street property.

Lush Rydney Frederick Alma Laan Royal Commission Lion Peemure Tom Tye Pastoral Co Br. Dovey Binnerag My. Raimford Kirby Lon Lebac Lush Canberss Bern Lau King Street Eamanta Wilich Balinfors

Carillon of Bells for Canberra Plan Approved

Government to proceed with erecting a bell carillon in Canberra as a World War II memorial. Minister Johnson indicated War Memorials Committee and War Commission recommended the plan. Estimated cost of tower ranges from £25,000 to £10,000, with proposals for placement near Parliament House and the War Memorial.

Intenor Mr. Johnson Yeserday Cenberm Parliament

Flying Saucers Optical Illusion Explained by Psychologist

A psychologist explains flying saucers as optical illusion and notes historical claims. He cites radar and perception theories, stating that no credible Australian defense evidence confirms real saucers despite public intrigue.

Peace treaty for Japan discussed at Canberra conference

Sir Frederick Iggleean chairs an advisory committee to examine the Japanese peace settlement. Dr Evatt announced a preliminary commission with government and non government members, aiming to map future positions for the British Commonwealth conference in Canberra. The meeting will influence Australia’s security and the conference location remains Australia.

Frederick Iggleean China U.8 A Beternal Amtaka Vetly Anid Mambare Altrajlun Canberra Australia Evatt

Dr Evatt to Leave for Japan on Friday

The Minister for Maternal Affairs will leave Sydney on Friday for Tokyo to meet General Douglas MacArthur and Australian representatives. The visit aims to discuss postwar peace settlements and gather on the spot facts to aid decision making. Evatt travels with officers and will return to Australia after duty with occupation forces.

DR. Evatt Japan Rall Sydney Tokyo Genarst MacArthur de Eovatt Tere Evatt Kanimbla Wii Fohart Crtuni Rm HMA Austealia Pot Yntey Thai Ust Pals Waa Department of Foqal Yentertay Macarthur Ralian Jepan Sn Dapan BMA. 1 Auetralle Torcupetion Treeval Board Hobart Wall

Debutantes Presented to Governor General at Ball

Seventeen debutantes attended the annual charity ball at the Albert Hall with the Governor General presiding. Many dignitaries and clergy were on hand to welcome the participants, including Rev. Heydon and representatives of the Catholic and Anglican communities. The event featured floral staging, catered refreshments, and a formal reception led by the governor general.

Adore Gemutanten Tethet Excelieneisa Ana.aire W. 4 Albert Mail Oeragion Tellance Rae Om Artival Re. Rev. Moneignie Et Heydon Smatic Wendl Sa Ee Artyomelet Welcomng Revs Casey Wale Flugion Butler Reynolds Wnt May Bremy Mike J Curtin Ate J. Heniing Bre Steteenn Tae Webutantes Airan Canada

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