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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 08, 1943
Page
2
Brief notes from London Auckland and Adelaide mention an EMT action or parade interrupted by incidents. A missing person case in Auckland is noted along with a death in Melbourne of Colonel P. McCormack and other casualties or incidents.
Brook correspondent reports Sweden presses for independent peace terms. Dolm states Sweden seeks autonomy in determining participation in international cooperation while asserting its right to choose the extent of its obligations.
In postwar Australia the revival of the motor industry is central to national recovery. The piece argues for rehabilitating automobile manufacturing, assembly, and servicing as vital to welfare, economy, and the broader Commonwealth rebuilding effort. It notes wartime disruption and discusses employment, industry concentration, and policy considerations shaping the postwar program.
A Canberra picture column highlights deteriorating rural towns across Australia amid wartime policy, labour administration, and rationing effects. It argues regional centres lose workers and services, foretelling broad social and economic decline if wartime controls persist. The piece urges Australians to see through political promises and recognize the threat to national prosperity.
Report from Cen heres Comvemanity Hospital notes Mrs Legee and Mr Rasington Lewis and Mine Seton Lewis admitted after an incident at the Wee l Sowerrs Canberra Moatach. Mrs Legee in danger but improving. not yet clear for Xray.
War Cabinet to meet in Canberra on Thursday amid ongoing war advisories. Canberra officials confirm Melbourne discussions will occur midweek as plans proceed.
Fragmented remarks recount a Labour Conference speech by Mr Curtin, accusing him of ungrateful dismissal of past governments and troop use. The report notes strong criticism of Curtin for omitting praise of Reserve forces and mentions reactions from several political figures amid wartime tension.
A wartime list notes Australians transferred from Italy under a prisoner exchange agreement. The group includes 24 named personnel and 30 protected Army Medical Corps members, with several from New South Wales and multiple corps and ranks represented.
Melbourne report cites Mr Calwell alleging Communist influence within the Australian Labor Party conference. He claims delegates aligned with a united front strategy and criticizes the party leadership. The debate on Communist policy is set to continue at the federal conference in Melbourne.
A fragmentary report indicates heavy bombing across London causing extensive property damage and multiple wrecks. It notes thousands of households affected and a costly repair bill running into many thousands, with limited details on operations and timelines.
A wartime ration notice explains new clothing quotas and coupon values. Women and girls see revised ratings for garments including dresses, coats, and undergarments, with specific coupon counts like four for some items and twelve for others. Men and children have adjusted limits, and footwear changes apply to certain categories. The document details transfer rules and penalties for improper coupon handling.
A fragmented account details community wartime activities in Bungendore, including health services, nursing work, and relief efforts. It notes the town's evacuation, shortages, and local organizations like the CWA aiding shelters, hospitals, and registries, with references to nearby Queanbeyan and Canberra.
Melbourne reports a lack of anticipated butter ration increases as rationing chief Mr J Curmmung outlines constraints. Deputy Director of Rationing cites weather and supply limits, while Mr Coles chairs the rationing committee and urges calm. sources promise continued adherence to pool stock and fair distribution amid shortages.
A Sydney report quotes Earle Baye criticizing rationing and coupon controls. He argues consumer access to essential goods would improve if coupons reliably reflected available supplies, while authorities insist the system prevents hoarding and stabilizes prices amid shortages.
A Pit-top meeting of employers and the Abernant Ben group discussed a large scale appeal for a double ration amid wartime shortages. The plan centers on securing essential supplies for mining workers and suppliers, with demands running into a sizeable sum.
Fragmentary OCR note covers threats to dairying and mentions armies and governments in a muddy historical context. Key names, dates, and places are unreadable, but the piece centers on agricultural disruption and political tension amid wartime discourse.
A fragmented report describes Lancaster swept by a Pacific storm, with garbled text mentioning Avrte Lanowate and unclear events. The passage references time, places, and possible effects on people and objects, but most details are unreadable.
A garbled text fragment mentions coal miners in Canada and training shortages. It references government involvement and emergency measures but lacks coherent details or names. The piece hints at regulatory steps and mining experience but is largely incomprehensible.
A U S article discusses a proposed pay as you go income tax plan. It explains that funds would be raised to support wartime costs, including military and supplies, with taxes levied on annual income and deferred collection to the following year. It notes debate in Congress over making tax payments automatic and the potential effect on different income groups. The piece mentions President Roosevelt and legislative figures considering economic measures during wartime.
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