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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 06, 1947

Page

4

Weews in Qries Tet Te Hassle

Fragmentary note reports a dental matter with unclear details and possible misreadings. No identifiable names, places, or outcomes are clearly readable in the text.

Hassle

Parliament Debates Postage Cuts on Food Parcels

In Parliament a minister spoke on reducing postage on food parcels sent to Victoria and other colonies. The move would ease costs but faces opposition over overall tax burden. A minister mentioned formation and charges, noting current duties cover handing and distribution cards, with potential subsidies possible. The discussion reflected broader concerns about fiscal policy and burdens on British taxpayers.

Chifley Mar Holt Fawhener Victoria Anor Victorin Thoma

Canberra’s faltering growth and missed chances in policy

A critical overview argues Canberra’s development has lagged due to policy missteps and wartime constraints. It blames domestic governance for failed housing, delayed infrastructure, and uneven international engagement affecting the capital’s standing.

McKell Guests At Parliament House and Notable Figures

Fragmented OCR records show mentions of McKell at Parliament House and references to spouses of former Prime Ministers. The garbled text lists several names including Annabelle Rankin Dame Mary Hughes and Gordon Brown, suggesting a page of biographical or ceremonial notes without clear context or dates.

Erdle MeKeen Cuenta Lyons Bamatar Mime Othy Tangy Annabelle Rankin Mi ‘Baukin Vat Nlater Moaiaries Mary Hughes Pha RX Ae Re Martaite Uriation Mib Atinister Wierda Minieter Treg Gordon Brown

VICE-REGAL MAR Excellency Mira at Canberra Party

In Canberra a social event gathered officials and guests at the Staupemient House to meet notable wives of senators. Attendees included W. J. Mckee and members of the Cuunet ULE division within the Australian government.

Mar Excellency Mira Yan Thewoott Staupemient House Canberra

Wool Sale Notice at Newcastle District

Fragmentary OCR shows wool sold at Newcastle district fair with unclear timing and buyer names. The readable fragments indicate a sale event and quantities but lack complete details on participants or totals.

Will leaves English estate to nephew in will dispute

Fragmentary text outlines a will that may leave a large estate to a nephew in England. References include mentions of a widower Ikcot and wartime help, with unclear names and specifics. The content is garbled and hard to parse.

Melbourne Howef Ikcot England Rowalipe May

Oaks Race Results London Report

The Oaks result from London lists Imprudence with noted positions and betting terms. Prudent details show Mald and Malden among the top finishers with varying odds recorded.

London Any Wore

Inquiry on Land Bales irregularities takes hold

The inquiry into irregularities in Land Bales Central office in Sydney surfaces claims of interference and tampering. Mr Chifley states evidence of irregularities, cites medical leave for Mr Lash, and notes possible future public inquiry with oath and full witness compulsion.

ChiBay Ean Te Laval Ner Ce Department Esa Nemaly Sydney Chitty Lash Commonwealth Actuary Macquaape Roe Frost Lush Chifley Commonwealth Medical Acer Byteey Lenall Galleghan Lahle Svett

India Invited to Peace Talks at Canberra

Report notes India is invited to peace talks in Canberra to shape opinion on Japanese policy. Britain and New Zealand are cited as likely attendees with Canada possible. Africa nations appear unlikely to send delegates.

India Canberra Newealand Canada Africa Abe

Lab at Work Cone Ty A welletter for My

Sarah said that Lush was suffering from er and vot from neurons Lark had collapsed through overwork in his face He was prepared to give evidence as any inquiry possided over Syn padme but would not give intér views to the CLR.

Cone Ty Sarah Lush Lark Syn Padme CLR Ltt Blaln Legislative Council Bydney Iain Tsar Vestya Bovril Maylen Parkes Stongy Tor Urs Cameron iSarker Northern Territory Blackiher New Guinea Papua Oman Aix McEwen Cowell Mom Slain Huai

Royal Pacific Fleet to Visit Australia Amid War Preparations

The Royal British Pacific Fleet and Royal New Zealand squadron plan a visit to Jervis Bay amid talks of joint exercises. The Australian Navy minister says Australia will take a larger role in empire defense as these maneuvers proceed.

Sydney Avatrain Unila Royal British Pacific Fleet Royal New Sea Navy Ahion Jervia Bay New Zealand Warcovnes Aigedan Australia

MAMBER QUESTIONS DIPLOMANC C 1e CADETS

An examination by the Minister for External Affairs into lectures given to diplomatic cadets raises questions about petitions in Brisbane and Mr Norman Richmond. The text asks whether Richmond had ties to the Communist Party and whether lectures delivered by Mr Tersthersins are examined by his department. The fragment ends with a report of an electrocution incident involving a crane operator.

Canberra University ‘Aternal Guenaland Workers’ Educational Associaton Brisbane Rich Sommuniat Party Val Tersthersinsemieta

Review of Financial Relations Between States and Commonwealth

Dame Enid in the House of Representatives argued for a comprehensive review of financial arrangements between the States and the Commonwealth. She noted the interdependence of states and the need to consider overall Commonwealth development, citing past disbursements and the role of the States Grants Commission in shaping funding between 1946 and today.

Enid Lyone Abe Bald Commonwealth Dame Enid House of Representatives Enid Anid Commiasieh Tasmania Che Muuch Staten

Valdas Aveling Appears in Piano Recital

Aveling presented a piano recital for a largely female audience featuring Bach and Beethoven works. Her performance included Debussy Pour le piano and Schumann pieces, with critics noting refined technique and expressive intent throughout the program.

Aubert Mail Valda Aveling Ted Wes Lane Ahe Schumann Bebubert Bach

Radar investigations for civil aviation and air traffic control

The report outlines radar based civil aviation projects evaluated by the Aviation Radio Research Committee. It covers radar distance indicators to measure aircraft range, a multiple track radar for guiding routes, airport traffic control radar displays, and airwave traffic control radar for monitoring within about 100 miles of control centers. The work, linked to the CBLR efforts, faced postwar budget and departmental review considerations.

Council Foretertiti Industrial Research Aincome Aviation Radio Research Committee Department of Civil Aviation C.blr Ite Pet ‘Ep Lowsida Prysiy Laboratory Cau

Fairy Meadow deposits inquiry sparks transport safety review

The Minister for Works and Watering with Lemmon advises an investigation into Fairy Meadow lime deposits and baiting material. The safety strike on transport prompts scrutiny of the region and related materials.

Ikto Fairy Meadow Deposits Lemmon Fairy Meadow

Northern Territory Bill Sparks Debate On Governance and Development

The debate centers on a bill to establish government authority over the Northern Territory and the scope of administration. Proponents push for expanded oversight and regional development, while opponents warn of overreach and cost, urging practical steps and tours of territory to inform policy.

Minister Attacks Seamen's Union Official in Auckland

The Minister for Works Mr Semple attacked BrIE Elliott secretary of the Seamen's Union in Auckland. He criticized a statement about the liner Wanganelis hold up and accused Elliott of alignment with Communists abroad.

Seamen's Union Auckland Brie V. Bliiott Aunti

Public authority favoured to aid publishing

The Tariff Board recommends government support for the publishing industry in Australia. A new investigating authority could be formed to manage funds, promote literature, improve distribution, and boost production while keeping protection against cheap imports. The board says public expenditure is justified and would not harm the industry.

Indus Wey

Crop dusting and seed sowing by new company

A fragmented historical note describes a new company proposing crop dusting and seed sowing operations near Brisbane. It outlines government oversight, aircraft use, weather-daylight restrictions, and safety measures to control emissions and respond to incidents, with planned facilities in Brisbane and Tasmania.

Baraat Sadie Grad Es Bervices Pty Eniety Ak Poolas Brisbaneity Council Pene An Queena Barnaré Operaiana Corpany Caperia Som Promaiona Weversig Tad Deen Sod Brinbane

Dame Enid Lyons Calls For Debates On Birthrate

Dame Enid Lyons urges debate on Australia birthrate policy blaming overall welfare decline and population pressures. She argues for national responsibility and urges careful consideration of medical and social provisions.

Enid Lyons

Prevention of Soil Erosion in Act Shows Focus on Fields

A brief item notes a director and officials discussing soil erosion safeguards under the Act. The report highlights proposed measures for agricultural land, watershed areas, and farm practices to reduce sediment runoff and protect waterways.

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