Temporary positions and help wanted in Canberra and surrounds
Advertisements invite applications for temporary government jobs in Canberra and nearby areas including colonial services and public works. Listings show wage figures, lodging, and eligibility notes, with various postings for domestic help, laundry staff, and junior sales assistants, all calling for quick applications.
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E. Collings
Monsey
Ayniy Fe
Owens Bt
Crimi Gerla
Canberra Bream Laundry Ltd
Braddon
Lost dog reported near Telopen Park in Tol City
A mixed up notice describes a black and tan Italian terrier named Pioese missing from near Telopen Park in Tol City. Reward offered and contact Gladye Mluntr, Telopen Park Behuol, for return. Additional notes reference an eagle hound and several other pets with rewards.
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Pattyto Room
Pioese Advlan A. AL Mobi Mon & Co
Tol ST
Eabullavd Puree
Telopen Park
Bebul
Minder Return
Gladye Mluntr
Behuol
Rat Ton Moni
Arwapal
Manuks 3.0 Fronted for Transport Link
Fragmentary ad notes a fronted Manuks 3.0 project with references to Kingston area between Manuka and Le Perouse. Mentions a 10 Ford Taxi and a contact phone 360. Includes garbled instructions about sending notes and indicating timing on a Friday.
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Amsall Sur
Kingston
Smagl View Pulive
Manuka
le Perouse
Raward
Another King Sacked Yet Monarchy Faces Modern Vote Change
Fragmented remarks discuss monarchy in Europe, praising democratic shifts and public votes while doubting Italy’s move toward republican ideals. The piece compares Italy to Spain and other nations, noting limited republican appetite and lingering monarchist sentiment amid political change.
Italian Escapees Recaptured Near Walgrane Camp
Sydney Friday report states that all Italian escapees from Walgrane camp yesterday have been recaptured. The brief note references the Parramatta rally and a guard detail as part of the pursuit followed by the escapees. The item also mentions the British freighter Brabist an sailing home with wool and lead concentrate, returning to port after steering trouble prompted repairs in Sydney.
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Sydney Vriday
Po.w
Walgrane
Parramatta
Gale Watters
Sydney
Victory Day Celebrations in Canberra Promised for Monday
Canberra plans Victory Day festivities centered at Civic Centre with a morning parade featuring returned servicemen and naval bands. Admiral Rip Lovie Hamilton to deliver the address, with Prime Minister Chifley and Chaplain J. Waterman to speak, and Royal Australian Navy Band to perform at Albert Hall. Evening fireworks promised. various events scheduled at Manuka Oval, Muska Oval, and other venues, with sports, dances, and a special salute of two guns at the port.
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Canberra
Olner
Commonwealth
Victory Bay
Civi
Werner Alimje
Mulling Frm Thom
Civic Centre
Rip Lovie Hamilton
al Meniner
Comimonwealth
Boura Aod Chiu
Naval
Niger
Thare
Royal Australian Navy
Melbourny
Albert Hall
J. ©. Gumley
Admiral Bird Louie Hamilton
Hue Teen
Guna Will de Aton
RMS
Sparta
Manuka Oval
Pichi
Muska
Ports
AC Brauke
Hockey Mateh
Hae
Pasafaive
Gollith
Reid
Tad ponDspiay
Pharnodie
Dinger
Lady’ Gowiie
North
Von Nida To Play In Open Golf
London news summarizes entries for the Open Championship with NormanVon Nid and Joe Kirkwood among contenders. The event includes Ene Avetvalians and others as top players, with Andrew's club noting a total score and a new best round in the tournament context.
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von Nida
London
Ene
Avetvalians
Norman von Nid
Joe Kirkwood
Andrew
Belgium ration cut to 18 grocery units daily in Belgium
Associated Press reports Belgium will reduce rations to 18 units daily from Sunday as part of a 20 day cut. The Food Ministry says only four meals are to be used, highlighting strain from U.S. wheat shortages and wartime import challenges.
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London
Belgium
Atunday
Sayeth Annet
Een Associated Prom
Mrussala
Unclear OCR: Man Sentenced for Unlicensed Pistol Case
Fragmentary entry reports a man named Stanley Angus HeClean receiving a long prison term tied to an unlicensed pistol found in a hotel area. The Central Court trial linked him to broader influence by a group called Wawer, with vague references to alleged crime.
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sruNiny
Vriday
Aland
Calting
Tome
Stanley Angus HeClean
Ain
Central Court
Hoyel
Wawer
Pan American Plans Australia Route With Government Approval
Pan American Airways will offer a Pacific run to Australia once it secures approval from the Australian Government. The service extension awaits formal consent and would expand the airline’s transpacific schedule into Australian territory.
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Auickland
Pan-American Airways
Miss Douch Crowned Belle of the Ball at Albert Hall
Joclyn Doudd nominated by Causeway Welfare Association was crowned Belle of the Hall at Albert Hall. The event was organized by the Legion of Ex-Servicemen and Women and witnessed by over attendees. Other entrants were Miss Ann Whitey and Miss Mayen, nominated by local councils.
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Miss Douch
Belle OF the Ball
Bline Joclyn Doudd
Causeway Welfare Association
Albert Hall
Tin Legion of
Wx-Servicemen
Yaa Witnoweed
Miae Ann” Whittey
Prades
Abe: Council
Mise Mame Myen
AAY
Fool and Money Parted in Criminal Court Forged Claim
Archibald Ware, 43, was tried for obtaining 12,056 from three persons by pretending to own land and wealth worth 80,000. He claimed they owed him property and asked for money to remit taxes. The court remanded Ware for sentencing as the funds were reportedly spent on others.
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Bors
Archibald hjor-Ware
Iquirea
Duchess to Attend Victory Parade in Grisbane
A damaged OCR summary notes the Duke and Duchess of Glews center will attend a victory parade in Brisbane Monday morning. They plan to visit City Hall and then travel to Warwick and Porthampton. The tour spans eleven days through Central and Western Queensland with stops at towns including MacKay and Charleville, showcasing a royal reception and cattle show.
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Grisbane
Glews Center
Patatte
Brisbane
Kuso
Arcviewh
Wapenhela
Winlbed
Warwick
Glourwater
Warwigi
America
Foclhampton
Wnt
Winl Mackay
Chavivrn
Towvra
Clonvurry
Me' Ts4
Longreach
Winton
Binoy Nul
Chalevilte
Phargomindah
Nell Aly
Norlby Athan
Augustas Downs
Gulf of Carpenter
Auguste ‘Downy
Queensland
Australia
Giouguatey
Byehey
Governor General Receives Prime Minister and Others in Canberra
Vicer regal officials report that the Governor General yesterday hosted the Right Honourable J B Chiney Prime Minister at Government House Canberra. Also present were the Right Honourable K G Canty and Mrs Casey Nuve. Attendees included acting Hugh Crnmlanioner for the United Ei dom and Mew Rankinsnn, who dined with Their Raya. Higinnessem, The Che id Duchess of Gloucanter Jantrahe.
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Yeaterday
J. B . Chiney
Prime Binator
Governort ‘House
Canberra
K. G. Canty
Casey Nuve
Government’ House
W.C Hunkinenn
Hugh Crnmlanioner
Unites Eidom
Raya
Higinnessem
Gloucanter
Jantrahe
Forecast for South Eastern Districts
Regional forecast warns of scattered thundershowers along the coast and tableland slopes. Winds shift from moderate north easterly to fresh south easterly with brisk gusts. Near gale conditions expected over exposed areas, with moderate to heavy rainfall in coastal zones and lighter showers inland.
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Maderat
Fourn Sea
Canberra Weather Sketchy Friday Report
Weather notes from Canberra and surrounding districts report mixed conditions including temperatures around 52 degrees and 84 hour trends. Rainfall tallies show varied totals across Nimmitabel Bombala and Adaminaby with several places recording minor points while flood fears persist in Gip Melbourne and eastern Gippsland due to heavy rain and snow influence.
Thase Passenger Train Collision Injures Three
A passenger train struck a goods train near Campeltown injuring three people. William Mey, 3, driver, suffered a fractured jaw and abrasions. Deas fond Camy, 46, and a 14 year old junior porter sustained cuts and abrasions. Four wagons were derailed.
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Sydney
Willian Mey
Deas
TB Ward at Canberra Hospital to Open Soon
The Canberra Community Hospital plans a new ward wing for tuberculosis patients. The hospital board will address the matter at the next meeting and may arrange for an official opening. The wing will house 46 beds and reflects prior commitments linked to the late Prime Minister.
Transport for Brides from Britain
Fragmentary report notes the transport position improved for brides from Britain and mentions refund of passage money if marked within a specific time. Kevin England is referenced in relation to arranging wives and children, with Frosty today noted as a minister figure in the context.
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Sydney
Ted
United Kingdom
Aumirama
Frosty
Phayer
Kevin Rngland
Railmen Withdraw Ultimatum in Arbitration Court
In Perth, President Gunphy warned the State Hallway Union to uphold award conditions. He demanded adherence as hallways halted work after a dispute over pay and benefits. The union had received double pay and a day off, with ongoing talks to resolve the matter.
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Perth
Frida
Arbitration Court
Gunphy
State Hallway Union
Enw
Karlice
Wellbe Union
No judge named for double dumping inquiry
Prime Minister Chifley Wald stated yesterday that no judge had yet been appointed to conduct the inquiry into the double dumping incident, signaling ongoing government deliberations and awaiting a formal appointment.
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Chifley Wald
Nto
Prime Minister Announces AWA Telecommunication Takeover
The Prime Minister stated that Australia would proceed with the takeover of AWA Telecommunication. Parliament will be recalled to consider the decision reached at the communications conference. The government will maintain 18 percent interest to support the manufacturing arm of AWA.
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Mar. ChiRey
Australia
ICoal Conference in Canberra Next Week
A cabinet meeting is planned in Canberra next week with ministers including Mr. Chiliny and Senator Ashley to discuss supply and mine reports. The Prime Minister indicated the conference would review recent policy and expected reports from the Mines Minister Mr. Baddeley and officials.
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ICOAL
Canberra
Chiliny
Lator Tor
Senstor Ashley
McKee
Mr. Baddeley
Chisey
Indicatad
Byrney
Sycouay
Miners Seek Aid From Communists Amid Campaign Turmoil
A scrambled report notes miners seeking support from Communist groups as tensions rise within the Liberal Party over leadership missteps. The piece cites internal clashes stemming from policy disagreements and public criticism of procedural bungling.
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Schlbourne
Pitan
Communit Party
Tolenatonnery
Hage
Liberal Party
Australian Contingent Officers Award Entertainment Allowance
The cabinet approved a 1000 pound entertainment allowance for Major General Eather and the Australian contingent before victory celebrations. The Prime Minister commented on government steps to support the troops as plans for London events progressed.
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Eather
London
Hitches in Legislation Cause Parliamentary Delays
Fragmentary OCR note reports hitches in legislation due to various obstacles. It mentions delays in Parliament and a statement by the Prime Minister about postponing a bill.
Whitsunday Pentecost Services At St Johns Pariah Church
The Church of England marks Whitsunday with a 6 am Holy Communion and 11 am Eucharist and sermon by Ven Archdeacon Mote. An evening Evensong follows at 7:30 led by Rev Canon Moweown with prayers, hymns, and a sermon. Children's service at 9:30 and a later session on life in French counterposed to the day's readings.
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Church OF England
Whitsunday
St John's Pariah Church
Euchartat
Bermon
Archdasnon
Holis
Childress
Mote
Peul's
Manuka
Crown Can Do Wrong In Obscure Service Notices
Fragmentary OCR note summarizing religious services and public notices across multiple churches and organizations. Mentions Pentecost devotions, services at St Christopher’s and Mt Patrick’s, National Thanksgiving, and court references. Includes references to Methodist and Congregational events, a factory inquiry, and personnel terms. Intricate garbled details and names obscure full meaning.
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Murda
Soanky
Manadh
Manuka Hek's
Radon
RMC
Duntroon
Causeway
Tivenink
T. Chittar Phwra
al Patrick's
St. [Christopher's
Mt Patrick's
Vector Harrison MA
Methodist
Wealey
Forrest
Melbourne
Haaleacood
The
High Court
Hwan
Bev
Stanteyi
Haalewood
Fondscray Court
Phen Commonwealth
No Bride Walked Off Ship Report From Sydney
Fragmentary local item from Sydney reports that no bride walked off a ship, with garbled text mentioning people named David C. Shanks and oaths about cancellations. The readable portions offer no clear event or outcome.
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Sydney
Fruiny
David C. Shanks
Sun
Hs ‘Canoe
Athens
Dutch Ship Van Awel Protest Sparks Black Demonstration
The Waterside Federation led 200 demonstrators against the Dutch ship Van Awel during loading at Darling Marbouite Ki ice. Police blocked access as Dutch nationals landed, while the protest was organized by the central executive of the Communist Party and the Weteraidte Workers' Federation in opposition to the landing and perceived black status.
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Sydney
Darling Marbouite
Communist Party
van Awel
Weteraidte Workers’ Federation
Sapher Church 1 Dum Service and Special Fellowship
The report outlines a church gathering led by Rev. MF a. dean with a special service and sermon on faith and future work. It lists a women fellowship event at Greening Salvation Hall, a friendly society meeting, and a midweek service with a small regimental or community assembly.
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Sapher
MF A. Dean
Media
Andeesen
Futvi Peyonaey
Enthen
Atta
Braddon
Fawkiner
Inston Ulam
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Phillip Mreet
Rome
Ween Wealth OF
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ALY Elis
Cormmonweaith Public Bervice Tispector
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Church OF England Girls ‘Grammar School
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Rupert de Gust
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National Mutual
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J. C. Lewis
Alth Reconstruction Training Schi
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United States
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Joe Parke
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Thase
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A.W.A. Telecommunications
Hitches
Mr. Chifisy
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