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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 10, 1947
Page
2
Local notices report a fatal accident at a theater where a circular saw caused the death of Henry A. Wenall age 42. Separate reports describe a mutilated body dumped near a railway line in Adelaide and ongoing inquiries into the incidents with a reward offered.
Lord Mountbatten outlines a prospective statue of India and signals conial approval from Australia for closer ties within the British Commonwealth. He notes India's potential autonomy amid unity questions, stresses shared interests in Asia and the Pacific, and highlights Australia’s role in postwar planning and trade with India.
In a crowd of about 6,000 at London, Memisy and teammates saw a pivotal third wicket stand. England batters faced a challenging innings with several dismissals and a total approaching 318 for six as key players posted modest scores and partnership milestones amid tense play and shifting momentum.
Fragmented forecast notes indicate showers on Tablelands and slopes with snow elsewhere. Mentions of light to moderate westerly winds and colder nights. Unable to confirm exact regions or dates due to garbled OCR text.
Weather bulletin notes barometer 29.958 inches at 2 pm, temperature 9 C, high 14 C, low 8 C, 28.8 C grass reading. Wind NNW at 1 pm, rainfall measured in district yesterday with uncertain values and partial readings for Del Kian Gras and Keacillens.
A fragmented report notes bitter conditions in Canberra with frost and rain, brief melting in the afternoon as temperatures dip near freezing. The sky shows a blue hue while winds and湿 light showers affect the region.
In Australia a government plan proposes large passenger aircraft for the Sydney to London route and other major services. Minister Drakeford described organizational moves, appointing G Barg and Hi Adama to international aviation duties, while noting forthcoming standards and safety measures for global operations.
The Government of India appeals to the Commonwealth for food aid amid a declared famine threat. Prime Minister Pundit’s government seeks rapid aid to avert widespread hunger, with exports of grain and cereals urged to surge by August if possible.
An army communique reports minor activity on several fronts as Indonesia moves to finalize a new government. Observers say Republikan government aims to reopen negotiations with the Ouch Government and establish a stable path forward.
Vice.regul for and Adartral Denfeld, Chief of Naval Operations to the Pacific, received as Government Hut at a morning gathering. Mr Whitney St Bhap Bidaxt, director of the British Damitime Corporation, and Dr Cunningham of the Australian Council of duration Research attended. General WJ Medal presented a reception at Parliament House Canberra with notable attendees including Lady Braceginttic.
In The Hague month representatives of the Indonesian Republican Government discuss forming an Interim Government for Indonesia. They insist New Guinea be included in Basen Indonesia with recognition of rights as stated in the agreement. Delegates demand a government comprised of Republic East Indies and Borica representatives, with half from the Republic.
The Prime Minister and Cabinet hosted a luncheon for Admiral Le Dover, Commander in Chief of the Pacific, at Parliament Home. Attendees included Ambassador Robert Butler, Dr. Evalt, Mr. Miordan, Dr. J. Murton, and other cabinet members in attendance.
London informed the War Graves Commission will place headstones for British soldiers buried in Rabaul Ambon Dutch East Indies and Micronesia along with graves in other sites. The announcement notes the markers will honor fallen sailors and soldiers with standardized inscriptions.
In Cremona, tensions rise as a factional clash involving left wingers centers on the appointment process for a provincial congress committee. The struggle highlights intra party rifts and contested leadership moves amid calls for action.
Evidence to a public committee shows no long range plan for transferring Melbourne offices to Canberra due to space constraints. The proposal involves PMG Defence Army Navy Air Supply and Labour and National Service, with possible accommodation in Canberra and upgrades at Civic Centre. A government report will follow.
Mr Daley stated the Commonwealth Government pays £8,800 yearly for office accommodation in Canberra while work on a new block accelerates. The foundation and site works are under the committee and Mr Priddie, with a focus on stabilizing the existing structure and ensuring safety during construction.
Government outlines creation of two boards to review income tax payroll entertainment and corporate levies with powers to determine tax matters. Melbourne headquarters to host permanent members including B Aiece, Hannan, E F Masilton and others.
Reports describe talks in Ottawa on Manus Island future policy with Admiral Louie Dente and Australian officials. Prime Minister Chifley expected to issue a statement as discussions focus on naval base questions, cooperation between Australia and America, and wartime installations.
Fragmentary notes indicate a proposal to build 170 new houses by September with related discussions on funding and timelines. Mentions of about 170 workers, ATDNET, and a committee review followed a tense meeting, hinting at a possible fare or budget impact and a secret report awaiting further action.
The Prime Minister announced Mr Justice Drake-Brockman will succeed Justice H Piper who resigned for health reasons. Drake Brockman becomes chief judge of the Arbitration Court, replacing Piper whose earlier duties were interrupted by illness.
New York weekly wool market report notes uncertainty from proposed wool tax legislation. Mills had reduced activity but may resume as policy moves. Market share shows Australia around 50 percent, New Zealand about 28 percent, Uruguay and others making up remaining supply.
Waterside workers at Walsh Bay refuse to load corrugated iron bound for New Guinea claiming urgent needs at Redfern. They threaten an export ban on building materials amid rent and housing concerns affecting Mehidi people.
The Minister for the Navy Riordan stated that mine clearing operations along the East Coast were almost finished by year end. He said work had been ongoing for several days and most tasks completed. Minesweeping crews are on 12 days leave, with plans to resume and clear a few thousand more mines after.
Mrs B Biller wife of the American Ambassador to Australia yesterday received news of the sudden demise of her father Mr ALA Porte of Portland Oregon. The late Mr Porter was a prominent engineer who aided early development and major projects including the Detroit Windsor tunnel construction.
Immigration authorities refused comment on the removal of a Russian individual detained for deportation after arrival from an unspecified locale. Police and immigration officials handled papers as the man was taken to a designated facility for processing, with details unclear due to garbled text.
Government sources say officials and civilians orderly withdrew from An Wing in Manchuria near the Korean frontier in anticipation of a Communist attack. Soviet patrols are reported doubled and Nationalist troops push a pincer maneuver toward Changchung and Mukden to counter the threat.
The Prime Minister announced a tour of Western Australia Queensland and Sydney to address the NAW conference and ALP gathering. He will depart Canberra on June 14, travel to Western Australia, return by June 19, with Sydney events slated for June 15 and a possible Queensland stop not yet dated.
Inquiry into the Camp Mountain crash concluded with details of missing airman Drubbane and eight injuries among 38. Officials from the ARLU and figures from Hastings, Hawke's Bay, and Kanrah City attended, with references to Taupo and Gardner Mulloy in the proceedings.
The report outlines Australian whaling strategy amid reparations talks, noting proposals to man an oil and factory ship, and government aims to build local training and shore facilities. It discusses securing personnel, improving security, and balancing national industry with imported workers, while emphasising Australia should be the main beneficiary of whaling activity.
The High Court today unanimously held that the Black Marketing Act regulations fixing prices for meat and other commodities were valid. Italso found that Justice Dizon properly omitted evidence at the trial of James Morgan. Morgan and Hogue were guilty of failing to keep proper accounts and will be sentenced. The decision affects wholesale butcher operations across Australia amid price controls under national security laws.
Fragmentary Sydney report notes General Carpenter discussing religion as a hopeful force influencing Australian society. The retired former Army chief from England hints at moral renewal, warning materialism alone cannot bring broad reform. He envisions better conditions and leisure as expressions of inner change.
Reports from Canberra indicate Australia might not pay the United States for equipment and installations on Manus. Officials considered a 1900 arrangement to have Avstralia maintain all gear during the war. The estimated equipment and installations bill was near 290 million dollars.
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