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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 31, 1948
Page
4
The report indicates Federal Pestiamant will resume on November 2 and set December milestones, with budget details not yet completed. Officials say the year’s financial services review will occur Monday, amid heavy anticipated discussions and potential impacts on operations.
In a muted week’s political chatter Britain’s cabinet avoided discussion of the C.S.L.R. matter as questions of integrity loyalty and usefulness lingered. The prime minister indicated no immediate moves or reorganization plans and said no renewal was expected before the term ends.
The Miners Federation and Coal Board clash as orders ban a stop work gathering amid a looming holiday pay dispute. Mr Gallagher cites dangerous coal stocks and warns of severe shortages if 60,900 tons are released by a one day stampede. Proceedings continue with a Monday hearing on penalties and wage terms.
Fragmented OCR reads like a garbled report on a royal tour with references to ministers, senators, and London itineraries. It mentions a tour van, accommodations, and relations to the Commonwealth but lacks clear dates, places, or outcomes. Entities are uncertain due to distorted text.
The Rev Whiting attended a church event marked by a hoped anniversary celebration. Officials organized the service and ball proceedings, though some attendees faced restrictions or prevented activities during the gathering. The matter was noted with church officials overseeing the proceedings.
A terse memorial note reflects on the loss of Beattie with a sister Beatrice expressing enduring memory. The fragment mentions a farewell, sorrow, and lasting affection, with a reference to a year and a departed sister.
A fragmented note reports sports at Mt Prawklin with references to Ruperts Icon and sailing at SAL. Mentions Pravin Yas, timing, and a weekend event held back by limited competition and unclear schedule amid a placeholder summary of disruptions.
A brief medical bulletin notes Mr James is improving, with doctors reporting steady progress toward better health. No further details on diagnosis or treatment are disclosed.
Fragmentary weather text notes a target time around 8 pm with wind and temperature references. Mentions 28 homes and a creek or area CRB am ts and a 6 pm end time. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR.
The Australian minister and Defence chief figure are attacked for underplaying Communist influence in trade unions and foreign policy. Critics accuse Dedman of misleading the public, failing to counteract Communist pressure, and avoiding decisive action on leaks or loyalty oaths.
The Catalina aircraft and crew were not located after a long search. Officials continued to pursue the drifting radio signals and weather impediments as rescue efforts extended over the night.
Under a government order a Lithuanian migrant Je is held at Long Bay Penitentiary awaiting deportation on a ship. The migrant allegedly faced confinement for two years and a prompt removal was ordered.
In Western Australia heavy soaking rainfall drenched the wheat belt and agricultural regions, easing long drought. Perth recorded 30 hours with 30 or more inches of rain, improving soil moisture and aiding crops.
Sugar Workers' Union members at Themen report a May incident causing a walkout by several laborers. Workers describe threats and refusals to continue duties, prompting immediate stoppage and fresh protests planned for the next day.
Fragmented OCR text claims government action against communism with references to security law and authority. It mentions a meeting or statement by officials, and slogans about suppressing organized groups, but details are unclear due to garbled input. The piece reads as a note on government stance rather than a complete report.
The State Executive of The ALP meets tonight with D. Kenny as candidate for the legislative council vacancy. Mullina records Kenny as assistant before the Trades and Labour.
Brisbane Friday conference of the Country Party members urged the Federal Government to publish defence policy details and declare the Communist Party illegal. Speakers warned that Communists were organizing to overtake the Constitution and urged indictments against Communist leaders.
The government plans to adopt a stevedoring industry representation and improve operations. It was learned that an early move may be made to change the chairman of the commission, with Judge Kyp accepting a temporary position and potential successors being considered.
The Premiers Conference in Melbourne was urged to retain subsidies on all Desic measures. State Minister Selbourne reported that further discussion would occur at a late August conference, with Mr Flansa overseeing preparations.
The ACT recorded a surge in births in the last months of the year with 171 boys and 188 girls. March had the highest entry with four births, while over ten percent of mothers came from outside the ACT. Officials expect the closure of Allgweh Hospital will shift births to Canberra Community Hospital as some mothers leave within days of delivery.
An Adelaide medical officer named Jeffrien was arrested after a collision between two cars. He faced a charge of driving while intoxicated and was deemed incapable of managing his vehicle at the time of the incident. The Adelaide Bolles Court conducted a hearing on the matter.
Melbourne reports the ACTU pledged full support to the government’s push for higher production. After talks with Labour officials, ACTU leaders indicated agreement on expanding output while promising to avoid undermining the standard working week.
A pastor was killed in a collision between his car and a large sedan in Fifty Avenue Campate. The driver of the sedan and the minister's vehicle occupants were injured and taken to hospital. Police charged both drivers with driving in a dangerous manner and manslaughter.
Concerns over intoxicated dock workers threaten ship loading schedules. The Waterside Workers' Federation opposes drunkenness and officials push enforcement, but Thursday night and Saturday loading times fail to meet expected targets, impacting turnaround.
A British overseer has announced that the Empire airline will boost service to the United Kingdom to twice weekly. The move follows the purchase of one of five constellations from Bire and aims to improve fortnightly connections with Kangaron.
A York State communist leader named Robert Thamrpeon reportedly surrendered amid internal party turmoil. The move follows rising tensions within the United State Communist bloc as the party faced pressure over advocacy of violent actions. The development signals a significant rift at the top ranks and could reshape local party leadership.
Brisbane reports a wharf labourer who gave blood transfusion to the Red Cross and received anti tetanic injection, then rushed 200 yards to rescue a man who fell 11 feet from Storey Bridge in the afternoon. The identiy of the victim was not established and the man died later in hospital.
The Country Party annual conference in North Queensland endorsed ideas for a new Australian state in North Queensland. Proponents cited centralized government, improved communications, amenities, and population distribution, aiming to reduce totalitarian risk from atomic threats. The plan envisions more local self government and closer cooperation with allied nations and groups.
The Joint Coal Board outlined a development plan for Australia’s coal resources involving expansion at Wallera and the Bourn Coast. It would cost millions and hinge on policy approval by both state and federal governments. Prime Minister Chifley and Premier Moeir were due to discuss the proposal. The plan includes mechanisation and improved amenities to boost output and reduce import reliance. A German study on brown coal from Yallourn will be reviewed by officials, with the Victorian Government seeking to push plant use for town 6x2 production.
A Prime Minister statement prompts Cabinet to consider aid to Malaya as Britain faces strategic risk. Mr Spender accuses Berlin of silence while urging Australia to deploy forces, arguing occupation troops in Japan could be better used elsewhere.
Melbourne reports on Commonwealth and State ministers debating subsidies on woollen goods, imported textiles, and pricing controls. Finnany chairs a price conference as parties push or resist changes to duties, shipping subsidies, and inter-state trade rules amid calls for federal arbiter power.
An unclear historical fragment mentions a women's assembly, prayer deliberations, and diocesan planning. It references Australian entities and a Bishop Burgmann, with meetings likely to occur soon. The garbled text leaves key names and dates uncertain.
Fragmentary OCR of church notices lists communion prayer midday services and various masses across multiple parishes. Mentions include St Michaels Hal Evening Prayer and Mass times, with references to kindergarten and worship sessions. content is unclear and partially garbled.
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