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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 20, 1948
Page
2
Fragmentary notes suggest Malayan planters seeking firearms amid rising security concerns. Details are unclear but reference to a department and local authorities implies a formal request or policy discussion.
A reading of a public notice invites donations to the United Nations Children’s Fund appeal. Contributions should be sent to the Treasurer, United Nations Children’s Appeal, Box 106, P.O. Box address details. Recent donors include Royal Aste Chapter Dy. A.G. Butler and Mr. W. A. Kelly with amounts noted.
The cabinet plans three acts to take a fee and regulate prices. The bills, to be submitted to caucus, cover land values, sales control, and general price regulation. The Legislative Assembly will meet to debate the measures which become operative immediately. Commonwealth Government oversight noted. Ministers Downing and Winnas assigned specific admin roles.
The article argues Australia would promptly support Britain in Malaya if Britain requests naval or armed aid, framing current reluctance as fear of domestic communist unions and political weakness. It contends Australia bears responsibility as a Commonwealth partner and criticizes government for delaying arms to assist British authorities in Malaya.
A partially legible report notes a burglary in Sydney involving valuable old master portraits, some over 200 years old, possibly by Cansborough Turner Reynolds and Conta. The frames and a painting titled Portrait of 7 Boundupton are mentioned with substantial value and concerns over authenticity.
In Canberra, Mr Bolling spoke on duty and a task list while a court adjourned at 3 PM. Forecasts show 55 degrees at 3 PM with other temperatures around 89 degrees later. scattered references to timetable changes and regional updates appear alongside brief, unclear notes about activities and traffic.
Detectives probe the death of Jonnen Boad, 30, at his home in Hurage Howd, Believiee WIN, with initial belief of natural causes. An autopsy is expected as organs were sent to the government Analyst Peynia for examination. Det Dnepester Hn Suirey reported Boton cal Petned walle eithig in kung wg aut ana ater.
A partial OCR read describes severe weather conditions along the coast with high seas pounding the harbor at Sydney and nearby Manning crossing. It notes efforts to prevent losses as crews reinforce crossings and monitor the sea, with authorities counting casualties or property impact as crews work through the aftermath.
Elizabeth Torr, 84, collapsed in Central Aummona Court after listening to testimony about threats with a butcher knife. Judge Bewkine adjourned the case to August 4 as Torr argued with the proceedings and denied having a solicitor or witnesses present.
The notice details basic wage hikes across kitchen roles including chefs, cooks, and vegetable cooks with new scales varying by position and hours. It notes female rates and allowances for night work, service staff, and general servants with specific weekly sums and increments, reflecting broader industrial wage changes.
A partial, garbled text segment describes a service issue or mix up involving Berlin and Australia, with unclear wording about a set, ring, or insertions. The fragment hints at communication or procedural errors but lacks coherent details or named entities.
A damaged wartime report notes steel shortages threaten industrial output. It cites coal supply limits reducing production to about eighty percent and fears layoffs as manufacturers of food containers and building materials face reduced steel for machinery, refrigerating gear, and consumer goods.
Tolles wins a tight bout in Sydney, edging Mickey Toll in a narrow decision amid a heated, back and forth contest. Both fighters exchange heavy punches as the fight tests endurance, with tolls pressuring and delivering cleaner blows while the rival battles through adversity.
Unclear text lists players Budge Patty Louis Brough Margary daborne Dupont and others possibly from America and Sweden. The readable fragments suggest plans or hopes for an international tennis visit but details are garbled and dates or venues are missing.
An Australian workers union hearing established wage adjustments and duties for transport, watchman, and storeman roles. It grants increased pay for night duty, limits overtime, defines standard hours including public holidays, and details duties for a storeman in charge with multiple employees.
A Canberra hospital board meeting rejected calls for resignations amid a heated dispute over leadership. Key figures including Senator McKenna and Minister for Health Me McKernan faced pressure as ALP leaders and hospital workers debated Curley’s matron appointment and potential chair changes.
A 40 year old receptionist at a Rydney hospital was admitted after an overdose of sleeping tablets. Investigators describe the incident as a possible suicide attempt. a winter detective is pursuing follow up while hospital staff provide care to the patient and family.
Detectives are probing an attempted assault on a 14 year old girl near a Roman Catholic school in Rochdale. The assailant, described as a man between 30 and 40, followed her, grabbed her, and tried to throw her to the ground before fleeing as the girl screamed for help. Police are reviewing statements and seeking witnesses.
A chaotic report details a railway incident where a train crash near Bowen suite caused injuries and collisions with a concrete signal box. Rescue efforts followed, with bystanders aiding Victims as cars were degloved and lights degraded during the aftermath.
Ginette Neve performed a vibrant violin program at the Albert Hall last night. Her nuanced tone and shaping impressed critics andiers, with standout passages in Elgar and Falla. Her brother Quin shed strong support, delivering an uplifting companion contribution that highlighted Neve’s rich color and expressive command.
In a terse bulletin infant Pamela IA waning at PHC Aton is reported. Paralyzes were noted compared with 22 cam dering to previous week. No wae hive bees imparn in the past four days, but two redulte behind Fron the ilarnaw yeatertay.
In a clipped note the article discusses potential Italian miners coming to Australia. It mentions names such as Mr. Chittey and Alun, with reference to a Dring Pollan mining prospect and Betta Will pontine. The piece hints at regulatory or employment concerns and possible recruitment details.
Interim easing announced by local government allows limited gas use in metropolitan area from early morning to evening. The measure, tied to main outages and supply issues, permits cooking and heating but imposes time windows and restrictions in outer districts pending a full safety and supply review. An under secretary will investigate recent shortages and the upcoming by election impact.
The secretary of the Hinton Merchants' Association and the president of the fishermen's union in Sydney discussed cooperative selling at a municipal market meeting. The group considered legislative action to regulate wholesale trade and curb shortages.
A baby boy found dead in hay near a housing area in Canterbury Hospital Modern thought, amid police investigation. Detectives traced the infant to a local couple, with wartime-named figures and a late night search. The case, described as tragic, centers on alleged coercion and custody tensions, with authorities reviewing possible motives and securing evidence.
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