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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 04, 1942

Page

2

Fractured OCR Notice From Unknown Journal

A mangled OCR fragment mentions July dates and locations such as Water's Motel and PITT ST. The text references government, names like VELA and WHITEREAD, and a pharmacy event on a Friday in July with unclear details. The readable items hint at a public notice or community alert but lack coherent facts.

Ora Brave Lala Miemi Teulb Aid Family Mames Vela Whiteread Joe Guramre Water's Motel Cam Pitt ST

Parliament Charges On Canberra Crises In Mixed Report

War time ministry reports manpower strain in Australia with references to Canberra. Officials discuss production, industry controls, and government actions as lawmakers debate strategy and policy amid labor shortages and national emergencies.

Sir Owen Dixon in Washington Liberty Loan Melbourne

Fragmented OCR notes discuss Liberty Loan response, government rationing, and wartime control. Mentions Sir Owen Dixon in Washington, Melbourne and references to ministers, banks, and labor measures affecting civilian support. The text shows political debate, rationing aims, and policy officials without clear narrative cohesion.

Personal vice regal arrival hints at official visit in Can

A garbled note suggests a personal vice regal figure arrived in Canada yesterday with indications of an official visit by Lord Gowrie and associated figures. The readable fragments mention Tom Syiney and a racetoney une cavernorien val, but details are unclear.

Lord Gowrie Can

Vichy News Lament and Allied Response Amid War Strains

A wartime dispatch outlines Vichy France, German retaliation fears, and Allied hope as Axis pressure grows. It notes dwindling Russian flu reach, Axis withdrawals in Libya, and Britain’s reaction, with emphasis on air power, Franco-German tensions, and the France occupied regions’ drift toward reduced freedom under German influence.

Axie Libya FLA Uttentkin Teiliah Planns Britain Germany Eplieg Raman Hari Tiinking France Peply Liitian Angilah England Hellioh Eason Elty ILA Vichy Htap Occupied

Two American Airmen Decorated With Purple Heart

Two U.S. pilots, Sacond-Lieut Witwon and Sacond-Lieut Clarence Janson, were decorated with the Purple Heart for wounds suffered on patrol near Cape Fark on March 14. They remained on duty, completed the mission, and landed safely after shooting down one enemy aircraft. Both are stationed in Australia.

Melbouane Wel Sacond Witwon & Chapman Trem Clarence Janson Florida Freaident Bewevelt Sine Lunes Ausvat

Expansion program for U S Navy outlined by admiral to House

Washington Tuesday the Navy Bureau of Ships told the Naval Committee that about 100 combatant ships would be commissioned this year. A committee member noted a proposed 1 000 000 000 dollar program for construction of 60000 tons of auxiliary shipping. The admiral announced plans to introduce a measure tomorrow to provide 36 legancy camw tn saved aircraft carrieve.

Washington Navy Bureau of Kips Iemr van Keilter Naval Committee House of Representatives

Works Council Award Aims to Aid War Work Force

The Allied Works Council aims to provide wage and award protections for men during the war period aligning job types with appropriate industrial awards. Mr Curtin responds to Mr Rosevent Labi and Judge Kelly over the council’s determinations and the relation to trade unions. He notes the council will recruit for many job types and that most will be covered by proper awards, though some have not been allocated awards and may receive back pay.

Allied Works Council Esr Allied Worker Council Curtin Rosevent Labi Works Council Blakey Citiwad

President resists ministers push over press access

A Canberra debate centers on a government bid to bar ministers and press from certain parliamentary areas. Senator Ashley pressed if such restrictions were approved by the President, while Cunningham and others argued the rights of ministers and press to attend official briefings at Parliament House and King’s Hall. The President stated he would not comment on ministerial business.

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No Surplus Air Power In Britain

Fragmented OCR describes Britain’s air defense claims during a wartime period. It notes fighter sorties and measures protecting coastal areas with claims of downing enemy aircraft and bombing efforts. The piece asserts strategic air power limits and potential invasion concerns.

Britain

House Debates Wheat Scheme In Parliament

In a heated session the House discussed government wheat policy and payment schemes for pool wheat. Marwick accused the government of misusing funds and undercutting producers while ministers defended guarantees and future payments tied to pool intake and price support.

Ace Ararwhen Moe Howse Arar Iimeant

Manpower Policy Defined by Government in War Effort

A comprehensive government statement outlines manpower policy for war needs. Prime Minister Curtin details rigid allocation of skilled workers to production and armed forces, with the National Service Office directing labour prioritization, public works, and rural industries under review. Close consultations with unions and employers will guide the tempo of the draft and female employment expansion.

Govrnment Trie Stephidias Mir Curtin Mansuren National Service Office Cleneral of Man Drestio Fusturer Samumerce Alngie Witte Curtin Gruden Unicha Allatistia

Broadcasting Bill Passes Second Reading Amid Debate

Parliament debates a broadcasting bill with financial raises and salary provisions for officials. Members from Labour and other parties argue over the cost and purpose, while Sir Charles Mare defends the pay increase as necessary for travel and duties.

Byowiaxing Commission BNO Avery Tn House Charles Mare UAW Yallag U.as

Inter Allied Talks On Post War Plans

The Prime Minister and allied representatives discuss postwar plans with Britain, the United States, and the Soviet Union. They exchange views on material needs, wartime guarantees, and the organization of a Wider International order, with preliminary talks noting Commonwealth positions and future cooperation.

Repurin Great Britain Dlac Mimlens United Sinton United Kingdom Nb Amd Doen Velief Py Uaterial Projpvants Tmdie Bata AL

Sydney defences to be reviewed by naval minister

The Minister for the Navy Mr Makin announced plans for a review of Sydney defences. He signalled a thorough examination of preventive measures and how effectively current defenses meet challenges, with results to be reported promptly. He noted the third submarine threat and the need to inform the public on enemy actions Australia faces.

Mr. Makin Poy Terdiy Navid Malin Beera Aydiay Ile Canberra Aris Rn

Japanese Claim AOPRAIPIAY Resets? Submarine Incident

Japanese claim that a submarine event occurred near a harbor on Sunday night, involving two men aged two, with unclear details and a disputed sequence of actions. Officials report no confirmation of the incident and ongoing inquiries to verify the claims.

Yuney Harbour Erie

Victoria Challenges Uniform Tax

Victoria challenges uniform tax amid disputed rules and proposed reforms. Local officials debate standardization, seeking to limit regional variations and ensure fair revenue distribution. The discussion centers on impact for households and businesses and potential implementation timelines.

Coordinating Allied War Production Effort Report

Fragmented wartime dispatch notes outline Allied production coordination in London with references to government bodies and naval procurement. The garbled text mentions committees, representatives, and attempts to streamline materials and timing for war industries amid logistical challenges. No clear dates or outcomes are present.

Salvaging of Midget Submarines in War Graves Mentioned

Fragmented report details naval activity on salvaging midget submarines with rites for fallen sailors. Names and places appear jumbled but reference to burial at Rockwood Cemetery and interment in Adelaide hints at wartime losses and naval honors.

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Italian Submarine Base Raid Reported

A fragmentary note describes an Italian submarine base being raided with unclear details and odd wording. The readable text mentions a raid action and an Italian facility, but specifics such as date location or outcomes are not provided.

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