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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 11, 1951

Page

4

Women's Royal AAC appears in early framing notes

The minister for the arms announces a royal title for the Women's Australian Army unit. The document references the formalization of the Women's Royal Army corps and the new designation as a royal corps, with future integration into national defense structures.

Francs Aibd Women's Australian Army Nlorpa Thay Ruben Foo Ae Ge Raye Austratian Army Corps

Weather Summary and Forecast for Regional Areas

Regional forecast notes scattered clouds and light to moderate winds. Temperature readings ranged from 63 to 94 degrees with a 29.0 reading at Canberra and a 4 pm high of 94.1. Wind: NW to WNW up to 20 mph, rain expected in some areas, and a total rainfall near nil in others. Forecast covers 34 hours from the morning, with fair to partly cloudy conditions and occasional rain in the morning and afternoon.

Eiman Canberra Bob God Minum Pam Ate Fairtalen Finn Mind

Publ work md 7 inch quotas and security issues

The document describes proclamations on quotas allocated to a town and securities issued. It notes financial figures such as a 10 million town allocation and security rates at seven percent, with retention and application by LO PAK Works and related bands and inscribed steles.

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Commonwealth Jubilee to mark 1901 Parliament meeting

The piece reflects on Australia's centenary in 1901 and the Jubilee celebrations in Canberra. It argues unity, defence, and development as core needs, emphasizing Australia’s role in world wars, distant security challenges, and the balance between policy and public welfare.

Canberra Melbourne Sean Tae Partiemant Eli Ite Walle Deetons Momant Progrem Beam Monde Australia Anntenlle Propia Commonwealth Arras Astral Australis Government of Wold Bo Weil Thors

Canberra defence push urged by Morrison on wartime needs

The cabinet and Vice Minister Morrison pushed stronger defence production to support the National Defence Plan. He praised factory efficiency at Fisherman’s Bend and urged ramping up attempts to back Australia’s war readiness while maintaining peace efforts.

Det Morrison Ae Tence Wietore MarringwoOld

July signing eyed for Japanese peace treaty

Reports from Paris indicate optimism a Japanese peace treaty could be signed in July. U.S. officials, including Secretary Dulles, and British counsel anticipate resolution of remaining points with Britain and the Soviet question in abeyance as talks continue in London and Paris.

Paris Sandsy Manthe Americas Joan Foster Trulles London Dulles Talion Landon Lanedon United Bates Noaa Oeerivers Britain U.K Hormona Lavn

Wool prices anticipated steady this year

The Information Director predicts wool prices will stay stable despite recent abnormal rises. He notes demand and world markets could cause minor fluctuations, but overall price levels are expected to remain near current levels with some modest gains unlikely.

Ban Filarcibco Foe Ireeruationa John Pulwester Yodterday Seevdan

Pro sessional Fat Mesing and June Celebrations Outline Political Phase

Amid Junilee celebrations and the opening of the 30th Commun. Weaith Perlament, government and opposition groups plan discussions on potential deanlands and major measures. The government aims to nominate Senate candidates and choose a Speaker, with five major bills and defence steps anticipated this term.

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Solicitor to Search Old Mine Shaft for Bones

Public sentence reports plans to search an old mine shaft at 4 Western Albany for bones after a murder case. Frederick Linco McDermott, 43, was convicted of murder and jailed. informants allege more evidence and possible innocence claims surface amid the inquiry. General Motors president Charles Ervin Wil appears in the public record. finances and compensation details are noted.

Wisgarni Waaranuyud Suny Charles Ervin Wil General Motors Gorporsion fEdin Autalian Intality Fond Remar Ey

Chifley warns unions face big fight ahead

Sydney report quotes Mr Chifley, opposition leader, saying the Monties Fadden Government plans by coercion to crush militant unions and create tame ones. He urges Labour supporters not to stray toward expediency and to stay committed to their goals despite attacks by opponents.

MR. Chifley Sydney Mr. Chi Gary Meneiea Iran Tim

Chifley Urges Drastic Measures in Referendum Plan

The Australian Prime Minister argues for drastic economic reforms and a referendum on communism amid Labor government tensions. He cites two party strains and legislative actions by Queensland and NAW, urging careful public scrutiny before any constitutional change.

Labour Opposes Transfer Of Powers To Commonwealth

A Labour party conference denounces transferring powers to the Commonwealth and vows to resist deregistration of unions. Mr Chifley warns against a global rise in communism and stresses the need for economic strength, while advocating care on compulsory military training.

Labour Commonwealth Tourcen Parton

Waterside Workers Urge Unity Amid Labor Movement Strain

An assembly of waterside workers and union leaders urged unity within the labor movement, arguing the government and industrial bodies must seek peaceful settlement. Speakers criticized vested interests and warned against unilateral action without a broader consensus across unions and employers.

Waterallé Chitey Uuce Crafuly Chidey Labour Pce Commonwealth Latour Industria Aetioh Chifiay Industriel

Labour Party Moves to Oust Communist Influence

At the annual conference of the ALP a near unanimous decision called for ending Communist influence within the party. The motion urged a move to ensure sound economy and political unity and warned against remodelling Australian development under dislocating reforms.

Labour Party Sydney Labour Uwe J. Freguron Ana ALP

Must Capture a Youth Interest

Unclear draft notes discuss possible Australian political forces and predictions by ALI General Secretary Mr. BO Kennelly. The text mentions a Senate section within two months and an election of the House of Representatives, with questions about new wages and reforms. The fragmentary statements reference youth appeal and political outcomes.

Australia ALI BO. Kennelly Quere Senate Sven Nay

Be NBW Branch ALP Plans State Registration Drive

The annual conference of the Be NB.W. Branch of the ALP met Sunday to urge the State Government to regulate and register new men to the profession. A resolution adopted asked the Government to oversee and register all new practitioners.

Escaped Convict Recaptured After Rowdy Pursuit

Police pursue five convicts said to be from French Island state prison found wandering near Amys four miles from Grantville. A search continues as authorities recapture one after a brief escape.

Gundy Reginald Lieye Pollen Amys Grantvile Podlee Uwe Otter French Island Star Geankvillé Mitight

Patch of Oil to Be Examined for Submarine Patch

Patch of oil near Calais is being examined for possible submarine activity. Authorities report ongoing investigation with sonar, tracking, and testing equipment in the area as they search for a missing person.

Don Calais Ming Cearm Hahaubmarian Altray Wince

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