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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 01, 1943
Page
4
The Advisory Council discussed exemptions from military service and fuel restrictions. Mr. A Percival pledged action, while Mr. C B Daley noted fuel controls for carters. The meeting covered police travelling allowances, school transport, cycle rack rules, probate ordinance amendments, price display requirements for fruits and vegetables, road work funding for Oak’s Estate, and road safety concerns at two supports.
In a noisy session the council debated hospital taxation and reform plans. Members and Gardiner pressed for access to project details, while opinions differed on timing and the Hospital Board's role in outlining future programs and the hospital's reorganization.
An order implementing a meat pricing scheme was presented by the minister. He said details would be available this week and the plan would aid the industry. A prices schedule had been approved and mirrored earlier by the Seat Industry Commission before regulations were set. An opposition group was shown by the Banate.
In a wartime debate Ayward argues against limits on home baking and the Department of War. He contends restrictions threaten his business while supporters push broader public sympathy and continued production to aid the war effort.
Melbourne notes the 000th Australian designed military carrier delivered to the Minister for Mazi tions Mr Linkin. The article claims it is the first of its kind to be fitted with a bullet proof plate form used in British and American vehicles.
The chief engineer of a major VBA manufacturer discusses possible use of two way radio for motorists after the war. He predicts cars may become connected by radio as they travel highways. Early experiments suggest a workable system may be developed for vehicle communications.
BRISBANE Monday A Queensland MLA was fined £10 last Wednesday for refusing to disclose the source of information used in his evidence at the inquiry into the disappearance of Marjorie Rinse Norval Aged 28 Barna He was sent to read by the coroner for persistent refusing to provide the information The coroner said Barnes would remain in jail until he changes his mind Barnes told the coroner he would die rather than betray his trust The Government he said was responsible for an act which left him to face the situation in the Commonwealth
Market notes show a slump in rabbit skins with mixed quotes on Weighing data and livestock values. The report lists prices and beneficiaries, including breeders and buyers, and notes shifts in demand alongside weekly averages and quality assessments.
In wartime disruption, officials report orders placed for required trees but transport delays hinder rescue work. Arcs and seven engines are said to be en route as crews pursue a ferry or bridge project in Sydney. The narrative notes potential price impacts on local roads and highlights ongoing efforts despite a complex supply chain.
Lottery No Bi was drawn today with results listing Prent rier No 64 102 DMA Burn Sloate James A Appleton 80 Maitland Abeoot Ellen Hater Rocané prism No 74 40% Another Rainy Day Syndicate Mex Cole Bay View Flats Stafford Street Double Thint prize No 3087 Come Our Fray aime Welton Renemede Court Angloane Bisot Wourth prize No 22 712 Try Again Syndicate Mrs C Landers 29 Anderson Street Chatswood Lottery No 944 will be drawn on Thursday morning.
Buyers moved swiftly for 94 340 sheep and lambs at the Fiem ington maleyards with a firmer market on Wet Thursday. Overall quality was medium. prices held firm with some reductions. Western ewes and wethers ranged from 10/ to 30/ per head, lambs 11/ to 30/, and cows and calves around 66 10 14.
A chaotic OCR passage reports that a hot favourite won at Newmarket with unclear details. Names such as Mendy and Herringhune appear with inconsistent odds and fragmented phrases. The text mentions a ribbon and a close finish but offers no verifiable outcomes or precise facts.
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