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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 11, 1945

Page

2

Community Tragedy Notice From Local Cemetery

A garbled OCR notice mentions a community cemetery and local figures, with references to names like Mulron and Blathce and to attention for late writtens. The fragment hints at a ceremony or tribute and a local trust or association in a New Jersey like setting.

Davee FA Davinny Franily Germid Mulron Blathce Nive Cambert Fabbe Focal Arhulen Xyrupathy

Prisoner reform plans amid civil unrest in Rovwer vish

Disjointed report from Rovwer vish describes a drive to reduce civil tensions by releasing prisoners and reorganizing the prison system. The Director of Spanish Prisoner Caen fee cites clearance of 32,000 inmates and efforts to end the last traces of civil strife. Details of troop and resource reallocations are indicated, with broader political moves noted across New York and Commonwealth channels.

Bunday— Politicat Priaanarn Thi Caen Fee New York

Readers' Views on Canora Transport Strike and Labor Action

Letters express frustration over Canora Transport Service disruptions and call for worker action. Authors urge solidarity, improved conditions, and stronger union power to counter service failures and employer resistance. Names and places referenced include Adelaide era unions and Canberra observers, urging decisive steps this June.

Royal tribute to efficiency of Civil Defence workers

The King and Queen attended a formal ceremony in Hyde Park praising Civil Defence workers for their service. Officials stated the occasion honored the dedication and duty of those who carried out essential wartime tasks, with emphasis on teamwork and national service.

London Aumlay Hyde Park Hiv

Forecasts of Strong Winds and Rain Across Regions

Forecast cautions readers to expect gale like winds along northern coasts with rain in Tremh regions. Winds shift to northwest, light to moderate rain bands. Temperatures edge lower with cool, humid conditions and sinking winds.

Soestyomine Cain Alan Zayth

Australia Weathers Drought Prompt Dairy Subsidy Plan

Prime Minister Chifley announced a government dairy subsidy to offset drought impacts and feed shortages. The plan envisages payments linked to production, with caps and regional variations, aiming to maintain output as weather improves. The subsidy targets Riverine Mallee Wimmera regions and other drought affected areas nationwide.

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Invasion of Okinawa Shifts War Power to Allied Defenses

The article discusses Okinawa as a pivotal Allied operation with Japan’s Navy revived, and notes the death by own action tactic impacting naval strength. It links air bombardments, logistics, and long campaigns to a broader strategy shaping a potential invasion of mainland Japan and the shift of power in the Pacific theater.

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New Zealand Ex-Servicemen to receive gratuities

The Prime Minister announced gratuities for returning New Zealand servicemen. The plan would pay about 3)414 per month served, with daily allowances rising after each war service period. Details were outlined during the cabinet meeting ahead of Parliament’s next session.

Aviceland Sumiay New Zealand Me Masihna Parla

Footballers Injured In Camber Versus 2877 Match

Two footballers were injured in a Balur day game between Camber and 2877. Manukaval and another player suffered serious back and leg injuries. Stan Newman, 19, from Causeway, received injuries with both players taken to hospital. The ambulance at Keo Candirra District transported them to Mure hospital, where one was reported as improving.

Tnilvelm Balurday Camber Manukaval Stan Newman Causeway Lin Canhuria Community Faye Waa Ale Mure

Death of a World War II veteran at Queanbeyan service

An obituary notes the death of a long time member of the 2/3 Hatha unit, later allied to the Crusers Association, who served in Africa, Greece, and Syria. He attended the Canberra initiation, was captured in Burma, and died in New South Wales on May 13 after returning from Middle East service and aiding rehabilitation work.

Queanbeyan Cannel Bouthery Devin Vo W. Shannon Leazun Canberra Crusers Association M Dart Priarner Athena Berone Delieu Haing Laton

Mine delays opening Bremen port amid Allied supply concerns

A Sindah secret mine delays the opening of Bremen port essential for supplying American occupation forces. The plan involved a 40 inch Ver ser and timing to affect deliveries. A Beethoven cello recital and Bruch works were listed in a separate concert event, with pieces by Maint and Naithuen in Sussex noted as part of the program.

London Sindah Sremanhich la Weceaaary Germana Lute Reattal Beethoven Mistetle Potore Erilatinur Finmoun Brebrow Conberra

Occupational survey disruption amid war effort delays

The acting Prime Minister announced a major wartime survey plan after a nationwide questionnaire shortfall. About 190 out of 8,000,000 responded, with 000,000 survey yards to be staffed in six months. The data will support ration controls and postwar planning.

Carda Aaturday Prine Miniter Alcisume Brisbane Alvarda Neils Fawena Muri Chiney Try Aloree Iit Haxist

Bases Inspected by MacArthur and War News From Manila

Allied air bases inspected by General MacArthur are noted as pivotal for recent operations. Dispatches describe British and ALF actions in Raabourne and Amman areas, with extensive bombardments and civilian displacement. The article references the approach of American forces and preparations for continued operations in the Pacific theater.

Manila Ata Pml Hau Raatbourne Henmig Ars ALF Pepper Cel City Renton Gueriling Chaking Australia Amnion Philippines

Melbourne football clash echoes Atlantic task in wake

Readers trace a weathered account of a Melbourne field battle with references to teams and figures amid a tale of struggle and renewal. The fragment mentions Kilkantic, Milny Bay, and a mission to restore order and freedom, hinting at broader wartime themes and a revived spirit after hardship.

Melbourne Ane Feld Mie Gunlhuine Milny Bay

Surplus Workers In Munitions Factories Reported

Sydney report notes a large surplus of munitions factory workers, with government plants needing immediate reassignment. MP Apander criticizes policy as officials cite shortages and mismanagement affecting thousands of laborers.

Sydney Apander

Regimentation of Ex Servicemen for Second Test Team

In Sydney on Sunday the England XI to face Australia in the Second Test at Airefield on May 25 includes three changes from the prior defeat by Australia. Leyland Pope and Roberts replace Games who fractured his wrist. Pope’s selection follows criticism of limited ex-serviceman employment and is linked to ongoing debates over government employment policy for ex- service personnel.

Cheetham Heimer YA Hee Penpon Ingtend Krghisut Australia Airefield Haroond Grimes Atepnenwa Leyland Firloh Washbrook Wright Australis Leyland Pope Roberta Games Sydney Ibaw Robing Gover Derbyshire Roberte Mont WaVerthing Benator Bell

Children’s national radio station backed by federation

Mr McGuinnim, president of the Teachers Federation, praised the Commonwealth Government’s step toward a children’s national radio station. He cited Melbourne’s official statement that commercial broadcasters would be invited to participate with the Postmaster General to establish the service. The federation meeting supported the government proposal to broadcast to children without delay.

Ag Taraerom Soldien Clear Ayoney Weindey Commonwealth Minisre For Land Tully Conmmonwealth Toney Teachers’ Federation Me McGuinnim Melbourne Benator Caiinton McGuinest

Australian POWs Arrive in Eastbourne After Capture

Australian prisoners of war totaling about 140 arrive at Eastbourne, including deserters captured by the Tatiana and later taken by the Germans. The arrival marks a notable exchange or relocation of POWs amid ongoing conflict, with the party comprising several men linked to desertion events and subsequent detainment by German forces.

London Mi Toaring Eastbourne Toay Desert Votfermins Tatiana Talon

Poultry Show marks Canberra club debut with 809 entries

The first annual Canberra Poultry Club show held in Queanbeyan and Rathday attracted 809 entries. Judges and prizewinners from various towns were noted, with discussions on poultry husbandry and plans tied to British government egg purchases to support the industry. Major and minor awards listed include Grand Champion and Best Standard Bird among Wyandottes and Minorcas.

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Floods Hit Queensland Districts Amid WidespreadRains

In Queensland heavy floods stretch from Sundaberg to the NAW border as persistent rain forces evacuations and disrupts travel. Officials warn of rising waters while farmers anticipate improving agricultural prospects under the seasonal pattern. Agricultural Inspector McKeon notes cautious optimism for production as conditions ease.

Anatal Sundaberg Naw Pat Conatal Maine Mi ‘McKeon

Berlin radio claims tactics hinder surrender in postwar details

Reports from Berlin indicate that Allied radio messages and military tribunals affected German forces after the war. The account mentions delays in surrender processes and notes talks about the fate of apwarien after a wartime operation and subsequent scrutiny of strategic maneuvers.

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