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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 13, 1944

Page

2

Allied Requests To Australia For War Needs

Allied requests to Australia for war needs and permits on chairmanship of the Minister of Clintinis ienator Keane. Current examining requests from Allied nations for goods and material required during the remainder of the war and immediate post war. Treasury represented on the committee coordinating these actions.

Australia Clintinis Ienator Keane Preent Perio Wognerts Aatralia Intersat Trenaury

Reciprocal Lease Loan Increase Between Austra and Amen

In the document the lend volume rises to match the estimated value, with a noted increase from the prior amount. The agreement references a total sum around £110,000 and outlines adjustments in the lending terms between the two parties.

Lede Xranescuins

Train Fatality Recounts After Collision at Ut Medyshound

A report describes a fatal train accident where a man was killed after being struck by a second locomotive during an attempt to aid a fallen companion on theUt medyshound line. The scene details a struggle on the train and a friend who was found nearby.

Jock Wes Fand

Fragmented court note details husband wife galler event

A garbled report references a husband and wife gallery matter with names and actions unclear. The text mentions a trial, statements by witnesses, and alleged separations but specifics are unreadable.

Farewell Party Held Ahead of Departures

A farewell gathering honored Mrs Willaams and her daughter Carmi at the home of Aira Joy Harvey For emt on Sunday afternoon. Mrs Willaams has lived in Gasherra for many years and received gifts from attendees including Mrs Weir, Airy Provat, Sire Whiteford, Per, Mrs Affigan, Mrs Cook, and others.

Can- Mra Williama Carmi He Hone Aira Joy Harvey Willaamas Gasherra Actag Weir Airy Provat Sire Whiteford Per Mra Affigan Cook Airs Dwyer Nok Hehoulder

Australian referendum debate tests freedom of speech

The article discusses the forthcoming referendum on constitutional amendments to empower Parliament to regulate freedom of speech and expression for a limited period. It notes tensions within the Australian Labour Party as members face expulsion or charges over views on the referendum and freedom of press.

R. Gilbert Feeedat Opeech Thip Jourmullat Alma Pontewar Australian Labour Party Temu Brian Fitapatrick Fitspatrick Penrch uMhcur Melbourne University ALP

Tax Investigation Staff Increased amid Pay-As-You-Go Shift

The Canberra division reports expanded taxation staff amid a shift to pay-as-you-go taxation. Officials note stricter checks reveal evaders and underpaying taxpayers, with focus on higher risk accounts and hidden income sources.

Tex Java

Photogrammetry Uses for Peace and War Roles

The article traces how photogrammetry evolved from wartime mapping tools to peacetime applications in topography soil studies and population surveys. It notes instruments like stereoplanigraphs and automatic plotters, with mentions of Argentina Venezuela and Australia developing equipment for surveying and forestry tasks.

Argentina Asrial Photo- Kemphy Booth Pititudon Veneguela Taraddress Aurralia Teway Sch Pinnery Bott Mackie

German spy Van Hove executed in Britain

The British press reports the execution of German spy Joseph Von Mavn Van Hove at Pontville Prison after a wartime trial. Convicted of treachery for gathering intelligence on riverine and shipping plans, he operated from Antwerp and Belgium before attempting to contact German intelligence via France and Sweden.

London Mame Hmce Swrret Joseph Seo von Mavn Penstonville van Hove Courh Centra el Cour Imfsad Maurope Antwerp Belgium France Bae Achtaertand Britain Sweden Hwodeo Hocsing Plaxa Beitieh Asalatance Howang MUGKT

Aviation planning notes praise postwar planes in Sydney

Aviation planning from Sydney reports Modern aircraft including Lancaster and Tudor models compared favorably with global rivals. Senior captain of the Bejtlah OVarneas Ate wave Corporation notes a vindication of these types and their potential after the war.

Sydney Wedtesday Mhrithan Creuaport Janta Capan Bejtlah Ovarneas Ate Wave Corporation Tork Etratnaphare Mer Lancaster Seabe Fon Tudor Omen Tn Austrakti Eng Air Fouten

Casual Treatment of Soldier Reports in Adelaide

A fragmented report from Adelaide notes concerns over treatment of injured soldiers. The text references a physician’s opinion on a neck injury and mentions medical plasters, with unclear details about who is affected.

Adelaide

Usefulness of Single Purpose Munitions Plant in Peace

The Secondary Industries Commission reports most munitions plants are not convertible to peacetime civil production. After war, such plants may be stored or repurposed for emergencies. The commission surveyed postwar developments with a team including Dr. Ratt, Benulor Keane, and Meas Bousley.

Commonwealth Secondary Industries Commission Dr. Ratt Benulor Keane Meas Bousley Maki Chigey Wal Dediiam

New Powers Debate Stirs in Convention Era Australia

Premier cites new clauses added since the convention as a government expansion. Discussion centers on regulatory power, executive authority, and potential limits under the Governor-in-Council rule. Citizens are urged to watch the evolving constitutional arguments and parliamentary responses.

Hem Pullagur Eunatnn Nsw Guverds Haeatthac Uyer Atvangeviticiam Alterya Acta House of Par Warvent Feaolulion

Referendum Debate Warns of Drift Toward Totalitarianism

At the Assembly Mall Mir Mertrum Stevena warned that adopting a referendum would accelerate the drift toward totalitarianism. He argued Australia possessed essential postwar elements but that the referendum would expand centralized power dangerous to minority groups.

Bydney Wednemiay Adanding Assembly Mall Mir Mertrum Stevena Australia

Campaign for Organized Marketing in Primary Product

The article notes Dr. Hyatt and Dr. Kutt debating compulsory marketing schemes for primary products, citing a High Court view by Sir John Latham and referencing wartime trade controls and financial pressures on producers. It discusses powers needed and the impact on interstate trade and regulation.

Dr. Hyatt Commonwealth John Latham Aia Milk Board Cana Hhe Kutt

Small Arms Factory In Lithgow Reduces Staff

Management at the Lithgow Small Arms factory has begun reductions with 100 to 200 workers expected to leave. The announcement notes voluntary departures and states that the rest of the staff will be affected by the plan, though no firm numbers are given.

Auckland Maciatrate Rook Oue Mobert Reginald Miarcher Alwan Bea Anaie Rey Ludden Ocnous TetLers Tay

Civilian prisoner exchange announced between Elaine and Germany

In a wartime note from London officials, a civilian prisoner exchange deal is announced between Elaine and Germany. The agreement allows repatriation with exceptions for civilians retained in certain sorties.

London Elaine Germany

Pensioner Dies in Fire at Whalley Street Newtown

A pensioner died in a blaze at a Whalley Bircel Newtown home. Mrs Madeline Kelly, an elderly resident, was saved after a live electric lamp toppled and a flame spread through the premises. The fire gutted eight of ten homes in the block, leaving survivors with property damage and shock.

Uae Rome Abtraues Eudraies Pd Maap Perea Italy Ignly Ator Eave Enig France Bydney M Charoe Eeare Comara Merrie Paenle French Forest Road Beaforth Cendly Joe Fant Aaiatia al Devele Luke's Hoapital Stiteeing Sydney Alton Madeline Kelly Whalctey Bircel Newtown Maine

Hawkesbury Conference Sees Hydroelectric Irrigation Link

Mr W Rawlings of the Water Conservation and Irrigation Board spoke at the Hawkesbury conference asserting the Snow River hydroelectric scheme should rank just behind water supply for irrigation. He warned other electricity schemes exist but cannot substitute water for irrigation and cited Murray River potential to support extensive irrigation across Narrandera to May. He noted river flows decline, with 90 percent of water reaching the sea, and urged public action to convert water rights for irrigation while examining the Murray River and Clarence Mitchell schemes for future power and regional irrigation needs.

Sydney Snow River W. Rawlings Hawkesbury Murray Ube Narrandstea May Lewin Horey Rawlings Rivera V- Drat Murray River Murrum Clarence Mitchell Cowal

Manpower Review Signals Extensive War Time Shuffle

The article outlines a forthcoming British plan to overhaul civilian manpower after Japan's entry into the war. It notes a broad reshuffle of all available workers and a national committee meeting to study proposals before cabinet decisions. An extra 45,000 workforce units are described as needed to meet industrial demand.

Japan Renault Lonn Genlantion of Dedman Man Pawar Prralde

Housing Shortage Tied to Delinquency at UNEY

A Wednesday report quotes Mr J. I Lewis blaming a housing shortage for family separation and increased delinquency among servicemen and their children at UNEY. The lack of adequate housing is described as depriving children of proper parental care amid wartime pressures.

Uney Acaba J. 1 Lewis Ita

Leave for Troops Question Brought to Ministers

Melbourne reports that the War Office inquiry into New Guinea troop leave was raised by MP Spender and Minister Forde. Forde promised to investigate claims that troops have not had leave for two years as criticism ongoing with the commander in chief.

Melbourne New Guinea Forde M.P Thoma Blaney

Miners Press Output Limits Amid Industry Debate

Reported coal production slowed as miners restrict output to press for government action and revised pay arrangements. Officials from the Miners Federation and key industry figures warned of continuing losses, while talks with the government sought pay and production adjustments.

Clash at Italian Prison Camp in Sydney War Scene

Reports from Sydney cite a clash at an Italian prison camp. Gunfire wounded several men in a confrontation between factions inside the camp. A witness said a patrol from War Camp was captured while others fled, with details emerging about casualties and movements near Fay on Monday.

Sydney Fay Oe Londay Callen Cmp Fas Lane Wark Ulunge

Fatal injuries to U S sailor at Adelaide crash

A U S sailor dies from injuries after a roof collapse during a handball game at an Adelaide base. The incident occurred when a ladder failed and the man fell from a height, with soldiers and workers watching. Rehabilitation plans and postwar support for servicemen are discussed by officials amid the tragedy.

Death of Wool Firm Director Bowden at 63

Sydney Wranesang Bowden, a longtime director at Carton Ltd and former head of the wool firm, died at a private hospital in Killaratsa morning aged 63. He served nearly 50 years with the company and is survived by his wife, son, and a daughter Mrs. M Campbell. The funeral service was held to-dream.

Sydney Wranesang Bowden Winetrambe Carton L Killaratsa Towden, Laa M. Campbell

Mother Charged With Murder After Son's Death

A mother faces murder charges following the death of her young son in a case tied to Bernard Mae station and Raven area police reports. The suspect is described as mentally unfit by officials, with investigations citing a possible retreat from the scene.

Ramond Ricdardacn Leetm Bernard Maevie Ril

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