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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 15, 1944
Page
2
A garbled dispatch reports concerns over aviation Britain's ties with the United States and Africa, referencing air policy and potential limits on Britain’s aviation rights. The piece mentions parliament, funding figures, censorship, and international negotiations. Also notes wage discussions, a wax match ban lift, and a youth murder case in Sydney with court action and penalties.
Fragmentary OCR notes record rainfall registrations in the district mainwall area near wood point with scattered place names such as Araluen and Mimanite Ea namie Oriente Ber dain Atinieaby. Data appears incomplete and may reflect early meteorological logging.
Readable fragments mention coupons available today with unclear details. The item seems to indicate promotional offers or discounts but lacks concrete entities or terms. Further readable content needed to identify specific brands or conditions.
The Canberra Gimes DAY July 16 10404 argues monetary stability and removal of trade barriers can prevent future disputes. It advocates a world organization to settle disputes and a world force to counter aggressors, amid plans discussed in the International Monetary Aid Financial Conference in the United States.
In Myaray yesterday evening a farewell event marked by personal ties. The notice notes a wicca influenced gathering with intimate attendance and a subdued departure.
A London informed report discusses tax payments and penalties amid public debate. Mr Jackson cites rising black market values for tax stamps and warns that changes may strain revenue while promising extended clarifications in weeks ahead.
Wr Curtin appointed as the new Controller General of Customs replacing the previous head, with duties to oversee tariff policy, border enforcement, and revenue collection under the customs department.
A government notice outlines approval of building a new isolation ward at Canbarre Community Hospital. The site for a second block has been marked, but no start date announced. The project aims to improve ambulance capacity and medical access at the facility, with main avenues shown for the work.
Coast aircraft attack off Calais reports two planes participating with antitank landing craft and shore bombardment. Albacore planes eight miles north of Calais dropped bombs on a vessel, triggering explosions as forces engaged the target.
Canadian pilots achieve a notable score against Londor with Semani Rex leading the effort in a compact cage game. Focketulrer and Ivan contribute critical plays as the match highlights rapid offense and tense defense throughout.
Friday the court found the will of Mrs. Clare Me iarter valid in the estate dispute. The will directs £9000 to Dr. William, as per the court order issued today.
A garbled Melbourne notice hints at an event in July. Readable fragments mention regional plans and local authorities, but specifics are unclear.
The Prime Minister Curtin announced that Cabinet approved a Commonwealth hospital scheme to fund public wards in public and private hospitals. The total cost to the Commonwealth would be 64.4 million. State governments to manage implementation with federal standards and rates set to match existing benefits.
The Prime Minister announced that Cabinet decided to allocate 41 for £1 up to £80,000 over four years to fund diagnostic facilities and tuberculosis care. It also provides for after care, hospital maintenance, and per patient daily allowances, subject to Commonwealth approval of tuberculosis plans and construction standards.
Paomas Kelly a storeman at Birathfekl pleaded guilty at Burwood Court to pilfering lamb portions worth 4/3 from abattoirs. He received three months imprisonment and was placed on bond for the same. Sergeant Babine warned of ongoing pilfering as lamb stored for the American Army was found missing. Kelly admitted he was 100 carmen short in his section and failed to report to the Meat Board.
M. Andre Brenac spoke to French citizens at a reception noting the Bastille anniversary of 1789 and reflecting on four tense years with resolve as the nation marked Bastille Day celebrations.
A garbled 1942 notice reports the maximum rate for wall hire and the rate payable on April 12 1942. It names Assistant Prices Commissioner MF McCarthy and discusses cinema hire fees in a government context.
Fragmentary note notes referendum broadcards and itinerary of the Prime Minister with unclear details. Reads as a brief mention of political planning and campaign materials without concrete dates or entities.
The cabinet approved a plan to implement postwar reconstruction measures. It outlines personnel limits by pension copies, ensures suitability and tax advice, and sets a framework for discussions with state governments. The scheme will be tabled in Parliament next week, with a cabinet committee including ministers for Post-War Reconstruction and Repatriation.
Sydney youths John Edward Craig aged 20 and Thomas Garrick, 20, pleaded guilty at the Quarter Sessions to involvement in breaking into the Barton district Returning Officer’s office and stealing ration coupon books. A witness testified of a possible £3200 offer for the bundles, though Craig was released on a good behaviour bond for 18 months and Garrick on a similar bond for two years. The case noted the youths had not been disturbed in prison due to guarding, with further details about the intent to sell the books to a jail inmate.
In Sydney on Friday Ethel Marre of 2 Woolarah faced a Special Federal Court hearing. She was fined £69 for overcharging American servicemen for lodgings by Magistrate Atkinson.
Rabies threats rise as dogs brought home by servicemen from New Guinea and Pacific islands are linked to cases in Sydney. Chief of Animal Quarantine Max Henry notes multiple incidents of puppies returning with soldiers, highlighting risks from air travel and coastal routes.
A fragmented OCR excerpt shows brief figures and notes about Red Cross contributions and local collection efforts. Readable items include partial year and center references, with scattered totals such as 120 and 210 and mentions of collections and week notes.
In Canberra services at Saint Germen Cathedral and nearby chapels, with hours and names of clergy listed. Anthem and sermons noted, including Rev Hector Marrtoch and chaplains Trethen Au VP. Sunday worship at 11 am and 2:30 pm, with Salvation Army and hospital church activities mentioned. Protestant and Catholic rites appear in a shared notices page.
The church column lists Church of England notes with Canon Cooke preaching at St John’s at 8 and 10, Evensong, Communion, and lay activities. St Paul’s Manuka hosts services and youth events. Methodist Congregational chaplain Trathen to preach at Wesley tomorrow with a social gathering planned. Young Anglicans to meet and admit new members.
Melbourne reports J C Paine of Samar in NRW earned the Fry Medal for multiple sorties on a recent mission. After a difficult landing the aircraft vibrated violently and Paine faced a broken elevator shaft. He regained control, performed an abortive but successful second attempt, and managed a masterly recovery to land.
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