New Russian Diplomacy Promises Trade Bridge with Britain
The Canberra Times discusses postwar Russia Britain talks aiming to ease dollar pressure with large wheat shipments and broader two way trade. It notes US caution and Britain’s role as a stabilising bridge between Moscow and Washington while seeking closer understanding with Russia.
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Britain
Bevin
Russia
Talline
Ramis
Wnrch
Knalanithur Duaxta
United Staten
Stromont Pontivar Poware
Brewin
Bengal
Gliveld
United States
Brita
Rumia
Stull
Welfare officer denies attempt to use influence
The acting secretary of the Department of Emigration stated that Mr Cottingham had denied attempting to influence migrants. He noted repeated efforts to form a new camp committee and warned migrants to avoid forming divisions, stressing the aim of migrants and Australian workmen living harmoniously in the community.
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K. A
Tate
Rowtel
Cattingham
Che
Oticas
Riverie
Eailone Hasta
Petareoni
Cottingisn
Rivwralde
Cottingham
Peters
Iivnian
Department of
Amoothly
Prime Minister Plane Dodges Tiger Moth Collision
In Brisbane, the Prime Minister's aircraft narrowly avoided a collision with a Tiger Moth during a routine flight. The Prime Minister and pilot were unharmed, and air traffic control directed a safe landing. Inquiries continue into how contact was avoided and details of the near miss.
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Te Chiney
Anine
Archerdield
Alr Ofilaix
Chitley
Lient
Ger Roth
Fighting Breaks Out in Java War News Across Isles
Reports describe fighting in Java with clashes at a border town and combatants engaging in joint operations. Mentioned are Dutch authorities, Moslem Endohesians, and Allied air activity, with details on patrols, shelling, and shipments tied to the Dutch movement and government actions.
Lush Entreats Interests at Royal Commission Hearing
The record reports a Royal Commission hearing where Lush faces questions over past dealings and the handling of certain transactions. Burke, Burke and associates deny wrongdoing while denying links to illicit influence and asserting lack of impropriety. The session adjourned as the witness, Lazarus, was pressed on credibility and evidence.
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Byonet
Muning
Jean Adrian Burke
Burke, Naughton Pty
Creer
Banorm
Burke
Mike
Royal Commission
Sydney
Hy Stout
Neville Boloman Lazarus
Cazarus
Getce
No Place Proposals By Japan Reported
Tokyo reports state no place proposals by Japan for any peace conference. Prime Minister Katayama reportedly states Japan will not consent to terms and emphasizes maintaining current positions.
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Japan
Tokyo
Kateyama
Katayama
Prema
Jepen
Sister Kenny Return On Readmission Controversy
Fragmentary report describes Sister Kenny not being readmitted to the United States and an ambulance officer aiding a birth in London. The piece cites Kenny criticizing the American Mona Foundation for Yolantia Para ala and mentions calls to admit her, with references to emergency care and a hospital transfer.
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Kenny
United States
London
Bee Tauiae
American Nu Mona Foundation
Bis
Michaiago
America
Brief items mix on Peron visit and loans to farmers
News in brief covers Senora Peron reportedly not visiting Buenos Aires with a note that Argentina is forming a birth registry and a rural bank loan plan to aid farmers with up to 800 pounds per farmer. Other items mention Morocco propaganda restrictions and a fatal blaze with a firefighter missing.
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Lemon Peron
Buenos Aires
Senora Peron
Broldet Keliky Gydney
Tremirr
Corday
Alps Covered in Snow Shuts Roads in Australia
Snow and heavy frosts grip regions around Jamira and Tumut causing road closures and hazardous travel. Temperatures hover near 18 degrees with green and ens huske noted. Local authorities warn of continuing bad conditions and potential further impacts on travel.
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Aydney
Kiaudra
Jamira
Tumut Wan
Rationing of artificial manures to various states
Allocation figures show NSW and Victoria receive the largest shares of sulphate of ammonia and other nitrates for November December deliveries. Queensland and South Australia follow with smaller allotments, while Western Australia and Tasmania receive modest portions.
International Plans for Agriculture and Trade Cooperation
Prewar discussions note growing global agriculture community and stronger ties between Britain and the Commonwealth. Minister Pollard addresses Australian agricultural council figures on Australia joining the United Nations Food and Agriculture and expanding international cooperation amid postwar market expansion for essential farm production. Scattered showers noted in the New South Wales district with commentary on climate and broader European agricultural outlook.
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Pollard
Alvtrulay
Pella
States urged to organise marketing
Pollard urged states to organize marketing of primary products and plan for continuing wartime marketing after the war. He said the Commonwealth’s powers were temporary and a breathing space was needed for states to form their own marketing bodies. He noted profitable markets for Australian excess production and the aim to promote animal oils and allied goods.
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Griculuee
Pollard
Ates
Commonwealth
P Lates
Ate
Woltard
Ald
Australie
L ‘A
Potato scheme to end policy drags in potato plan
The Minister of Commerce warned that the current potato growing scheme with guaranteed prices will not be extended beyond the present season as state-wide preparations loom. Area allocations for 1947/48 include Queensland 11,736 acres New South Wales 81,095 Victoria 86,347 and Western Australia 7,828 acres with projected tonnage and revenue figures.
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Polard
New South Wales
Victoria
Western Australia
Australian fibre plant project under government probe
The Commonwealth and state governments in Australia are examining a fibre plant development including oil and fibre plants. Officials Pollard and the Australian Agricultural Council discussed how the project could aid the nation’s agricultural economy and production potential.
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Commonwealth
New Seath
Waites
Queensland
Australia
Fan
Mir.o Pollard
Australian Agricultural Council
Pollard
Sof
Ecanoeay
Canberra Weather Report From Murrah Front Desk
Weather notes show 3 pm readings with temperature around 36.7 degrees and a maximum near 80.8 for the last 24 hours. Wind at 3 pm from the northeast.
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Murray
Edaromebor
Luilyes
Melbourne court fines manufacturer for theft case
Edward Quillian, a Melbourne manufacturer, was fined £7 in the Melbourne Arts Court after a disputed incident involving goods at a Stetion Court home. The case linked to Drake Brockman and Sugar and referenced a fleshman and Pester, with unclear details in the damaged OCR text.
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STEAD
Bull Melbourne
Cynsa
Edward Quillian
Stete Weer Care ‘Ochmond
Melbourne
Arts ‘Court
Stetion
Indge
Hain
Bull Uptil
Drake Brockman
Vy ‘Sugar
Fleshman
Pester
Pester. Ranumed U Jy' Tone, Senora Pero
Fordny
Duties at Camp Not Defined In Report
A transcript of a government welfare inquiry refers to a Riverview camp where duties of welfare officers are unclear. The document notes the officer should direct operations, but lacks explicit guidance on roles, responsibilities, and who may intervene in camp affairs.
No Raids Sought on Canberra Camps by Sydney Vice Squads
Officials say no raids planned on Canberra hostels and camps as Sydney vice squads prepare to aid NSW efforts. Canberra police chief Relaye notes no justification for action without warrants and says ACT police would coordinate if needed. Canberra and Eastlake camp staff praise local police for reducing petty theft at hostel sites.
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Canberra
W Milesber
Canberee
Leeday
Cmpa
Bynes
Sydney
Nsw
Corce
Act
Standardisation of fruit packs across regions
The Commonwealth and Victorian departments consider standardising fruit and vegetable packaging. The Agricultural Council recommends aligning practices to meet testing and inspection requirements while ensuring proportional accimenta are applied where possible.
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Commonwealthy Chamber of
State Departmenty of Agriculture
Alatralen Agricultural Council
Victorian Department of Agriculture
Canberra Population Rise Reported After Census
The latest Canberra census shows a population increase from around 16,000 to about 16,800, an uptick near 11 percent. Commonwealth Statistician Dr. Wilson notes Canberra’s population rose by roughly 3,00 since the previous count.
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Canberra
Commonwealth Statistician
Wilson
British Migrants Visit Kosciuszko
English migrants journeyed to Kosciuszko for a playful outing amid scarce supplies. Those who traveled on a warm day faced limits at the hast ne, while a land arrival with skates attempted a hotel visit but encountered a fur pull toe incident.
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Kou
Inquiry into BN Air Crash
An inquiry will be held into the BN air crash during carrier maneuvers off Phillip Bay. Two crew members died and weather conditions were noted as a factor. Prime Minister Chifley sent a telegram of sympathy to the Royal Navy Squadron.
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Seco
Curren
Phillip Bay
Admiralty Intendont
Ue Craa
Sem
Ihe Sayes Navy
Kent
Uredewin
Aix
Acsidenty
Hinday
Chifley
Royal Navy
Nutt
Waterside Ban on Dutch Ships in Brisbane
Waterside workers in Brisbane declared a temporary one day ban on Dutch ships amid Indonesian independence support. The Waverside Federation, led by executive officers, stated shipments aiding the Indonesian struggle would be refused, affecting about 9000 tons of Dutch cargo.
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Sydnet
Moway
Brisbane
Felalde
Pedersi
Federation
Ani Affecta
Roschald
Cost-Plus Basis for Canberra Houses
Investigation opened into allegations by A T Shakespeare about cost-plus house erections in Canberra. Officials cited tenders and contractor practices, noting contractors sometimes bring in labor from outside and wage schedules extend beyond standard workdays, affecting project timelines.
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Canberra
New Counsellor Appointed to U S A
Tele expected that Mr W E Forsyth will shortly be appointed Counsellor to the Australian Legation to Washington in succession to Sir John Oldham. Mr Forsyth will represent Australia in the Far East Commission and the Security Council replacing Sir Hood who is on the Paterine Commission. Mr Forsyth left for Australia with his wife and child.
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Tele
W. E. Foryth
Counsllor
Washington
John Oldham
Canbore
Founpin
Australia
Ian
Far Easton Commimion
Security Council
Hood
Borsyths
Auvertin
Auerten
Japan
Iai
Canberra housing control debate ends without action
In Canberra a proposal to place all houses built by the Commonwealth under the housing officer of the Department failed to gain council action. Mr Gardiner pressed for handing the matter to the housing official, citing complaints and urgent needs at Marrabundah. Cabinet had ruled 10 percent of houses urgent, while builders ramped up work in Canberra to address housing demand.
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A.T. Shakespeare
Galiberra
Thia
Labour Council
Bhakespeare
Fraser
Hontede
Minsonvercian
Army Hute
Rickmanera
Eunea
Jena Thas
Aivard
Rhakepenra
Canberra
Wwe
Commonwealth
Cardiver
Advis
Gardiner Ani
Fraser Naid Ahutte
Marrabundahould
iSanhwrm
Gardiner
Oritain Houen
Man
Woolcott Forbes to Attempt Financial Comeback
Woolcott Forbes, released from prison after serving three years and four months for white collar offenses, is to enter the business world. He plans to report to police monthly during his probation and will pursue opportunities in the stock markets of New York, London and South Africa as he rebuilds.
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Mydney
Woulonth Forbea
New York
London
South Attica
Forbes Waa
Gwd
Pollen Monthly
Taplton
Man Refused to Answer Questions at Customs Hearing
A customs official recounts a case where a man refused to answer questions. The proceedings involve Gwende and Golding, a Chinese-Australian background, and an exemption certificate for a girl alleged to be involved in a prohibited matter. The Crown's counsel cites the need to determine if questions were necessary for Sosene Gravens.
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Rydney
Pedera Coury
Questama
Owenda Yeo
Gee
Seanec al Air
Brady
Quading
Etx
China
Australia
Gwende
Golding
Blackett
Wall
Canberra Safety Plan Prompts Council Action
The Canberra Adviancy Council met at Mr A Be Gard fer request to discuss safety measures for bus passengers. Gardiner urged a study of the danger of alighting from stationary omnibus and proposed a program to address the issue.
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Canberra
Adviancy Council
Yenterdey
Gardiner Anid
International Brigade Fighting in Greece Reported
A New York correspondent cites authorities claiming about 1400 former International Brigade members are in Greece, with recruitment of other nationals noted as tensions rise against Franco and the Spanish conflict evolves amid Allied concerns.
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International Brigade
Greece
Washington
Tte
International Briigade
Ghnerl Franco
Cleklen
Alo Terminor
New York
Janson Baldwin
Iternatonas
Baldwin
Eed
Spain
British Migrants to Western Australia Report
An oblique note discusses Australian migration and shipping matters. It references liner travel, migrant details, and official notices regarding movement to Western Australia. The text mentions named entities and dates in a fragmentary OCR form, indicating a report on immigration and transport policy.
Tax refunds likely for salaried field workers
Tax refunds appear likely for about 1 million salaried workers due to tax reductions and weekly scaling. Officials say the program applies to the year 1960 and will boost civilian incomes, with payments expected to rise, though details remain unclear.
War Time Wool Sowed to Japan Reported Not Yet Made In Al
A garbled wartime note from May reports no shipments of wool to Japan had occurred from Commonwealth rooms. Officials stated that while some stock was obtained later, most shipments remained unmade as the war effort continued.
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Bydney
Manly
Caron
Japan
Cycle Rage Race Winner Report From Paris Start
Paris race details show MIETON PIRBERMAN victorious in a cycle rage event. Names such as Jean Kuti and Breton waterman are noted among participants. The tour started in Paris on the 25th with conditions described as intense and chaotic.
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Mieton Pirberman
Jean Kuti
Breton Waterman
Paris
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