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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 12, 1944

Page

2

French Patriots Clash With German Units In Northern France

French patriots and German forces clash across northern France as telegraph and train communications are suspended. The German army orders quartering and relocation in the Atlantic coastal region amid widespread unrest and reported disruptions to civil order.

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Post War Research Outlined At Melbourne University

Melbourne University lecture outlined postwar research priorities including economic security, occupational health, and manpower needs. Dr Burvely spoke of a government funded program guiding reconstruction and the role of tropical worker migration in economic planning.

Melbourne Walter Wijza Mivrnett Actontiam Melbourne University Burvely

Obituary: Donald Murray Dies in Wollongong Area

The death notice records Mr Donald Murray dieing in Wollongong on Thursday. He lived much of his life in Revilly New York before moving to Wollongong. Survived by his wife Juan and son Cantera, funeral plans set for St John’s Church on Saturday with remains interred at a local cemetery.

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Peatal Van Collision At Hourigan Injures Several

A pea tal van collided with a wagon near Hourigan injuring multiple workers including Misa Nonvy Lillian Sturt of Weld and Miss Beart. The truck owned by the Postmaster General’s Department was damaged. authorities sent injured to hospital and Hourigan residents summoned help from Canberra Ambulance.

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Empire ties deepen Canberra as Westminster and Ottawa visit

The Canberra Times notes a 1948 visit by Empire Parliamentary Association delegates from Westminster and Ottawa to Canberra. It highlights longstanding Britain Canada Australia links, postwar shifts in constitutional roles, and a growing understanding among nations about mutual cooperation and future weapons considerations.

Canberra Empire Parliamentary Association United Kingdom House of Representatives Westminster Romeo British Commonwealth of Nations Dominions Pyalal Sesauit Ottawa Britain Canada Australia Ita Turner Brucel Canade Aber British Commonwealth United Nations

Grape of the NB Teavhiede Federation delegates meet

The ACT political representation debate gathers about 2500 attendees as a coalition lists organizations from Trades with Labour Council to University associations. The convention moves toward a proposed plan and seeks cooperation across groups including Victoria League and Rural Leagues, with emphasis on unity and reform.

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Canberra screening of Sons of Anzacs drawn from wartime footage

A Canberra screening presentation recounts Australian wartime material featuring excerpts from German captured newsreels and footage of Tobruk and Kaleniwan battles. Narrated by Damian Parer and Wilmot, the program spotlights World War II narratives and Australian war reporting.

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Protest Meeting and Appointment Sparks Debate in Commonwealth

A fragmented report outlines a protest meeting organized by ACT and others, challenging a government stance on parks and gardens. It notes the potential appointment of Alexander and the involvement of a commonwealth attorney general, with mixed reactions and calls for accountability.

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By-Election Gives Playford a One Vote Lead

Adelaide report notes a by election result securing a Liberal and Country League win by a single vote over Labour and Independent opponents. The outcome leaves the government with a slim majority as final tallies emerge amid post election analysis and regional voting patterns.

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Labour members to become party organisers

In Sygeney on Monday the annual conference of the ALP decided Labour MPs must organize party work in their electorates. They will set up offices as centres of organizing, form Labour clubs, and promote industrial and tech groups. A workshop was arranged to concentrate on these efforts. The Attorney General noted the referendum on broader powers as an anti-low mood measure.

Btnate Labour Co.oparate Maade Hay Beer Workshopa Mivatl Powers

State Labour closes door against rede yydney event

Fragmentary report notes labour ruling against a Communist party motion at a meeting. References to Wade and an issues involving the Water Board Employees Union point to internal party rules and membership questions. The text is garbled and does not yield clear dates or places.

Eydney Canterenne Ui Communiat G Boikitl The Water Board Employees’ Union Orien Wade Coomaunist ALS Bewnon

Paria mentary Déngetion Delegation Arrives in Capital

A fictional parliamentary delegation member arrives in the capital with greasy hands and wearing overalls. Lieutenant Mahar Dempaivr Perkins leads the group from the EAP Volunteer Farmers and a Commonwealth car carries Colonel TL Wickham and others. The party proceeds to the river Sanberra amid darkness after delays and adjournments.

Verre Mahar Dempaivr Perkins Utiber Thia EAP TL Wickham Adtae Brake Aowa Wiven Uae Peltul Mirtages Pugh Perkins Weralla Newcor Sanborn Einbihy Perkin

State Relief Plan for Expectant Mothers

In Sydney on Sunday a proposed social welfare plan aims to aid expectant mothers and young children. The initiative, supported by government officials, envisions a relief program for pregnant women and families, detailing funding and eligibility while seeking to ensure access whether work is full time or part time.

Sydney Mathara Howes Waa Baiatan For Knigaty Hee

De Valera Re-elected Prime Minister in Irish Parliament

Incoming report notes De Valera was re elected Prime Minister of Eire by a narrow one vote margin at yesterday's meeting. Labour side opposed him while the Farmers Party abstained. Members of Parliament supported the proposal for direct representation to the people.

de Valera London Batis Waa Prime Siniecer Eire Labour Embers Farmers Party Act Ory Camnet Inseed Lingus Cement

Representation movement in Canberra challenges federal control

A Canberra petition drive and public meetings push for parliamentary representation and local self government. The advisory council era sparked debates on authority, funding, and elected local authority with a three member council and resident qualifications. Despite protests and a citizens' declaration, cabinet rejected parliamentary representation in 1930s Canberra, delaying progress and prompting further activism.

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Referendum Vote Set For August 18 in Australia

Acting Prime Minister announced referendum date August 18 to decide on granting 14 additional powers for postwar stability and rural production. Government argues temporary five year extension needed to address urgent postwar economic issues and constitutional adequacy.

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Referendum Debate on Government Employment Powers

Fragmented report of a referendum debate during a conference night. Attendee critics accuse the government of seeking full‑time employment powers and industrial conversion, while supporters argue the powers would safeguard statutory goals.

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Plans To Increase Coal Output In Postwar Talks

A wartime style conference between Commonwealth Ministers and miners’ representatives discussed a six hour shift for a four week period and the introduction of second shifts with ventilation measures to boost coal output. Acting Prime Minister Forde and Evatt urged unity as northern miners were absent.

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Australian wartime industry drive in Australia and royal visit notes

A fragmented report notes wartime industry development in Australia, British labor and pasture improvements, and a delegation tour through urban and rural sites. It mentions Newcastle shipbuilding, beef cattle imports, and expositions of rural Australia, with a separate itinerary for a visiting British delegation including the Australian War Memorial and honors at the High Commissioner’s residence.

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Canada keeps out of war aids and unity in war effort

A long wartime speech urges Canada to remain out of direct conflict while contributing to the Allied cause. The speaker notes thousands of wives and families praying at home, highlights the need for steady production and morale, and warns against premature peace or betrayal of wartime aims. The piece references leadership, labor support, and a call for concerted action with Allied nations to secure future peace.

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