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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 12, 1945

Page

2

military ceremony note from Sydney with naval links

Fragmentary report recalls a memorial event linked to naval forces and a Canadian lawyer in Sydney. It mentions a bombardment context, a commending officer, and a few names with unclear roles amid wartime references and test shots.

TEAWA Buliy Orniney Tyan Sydney Abe Mgaljurt Saprais Bombardisent Huuramme Wirtioht Adiyahe Feloni Oriaa Giese Capin Amieh Alia He Pemilte Hambantmont Halla He Wiffioli Gertie Willton

Prince William of Greses Appears in Royal Navy Uniform

Sydney report notes Prince William of Greses, in royal army service, wearing a Gigulenan navy uniform during a brief public appearance. He avoids speaking about himself, signaling a desire for anonymity. When asked about marriage, he replied with a curt "God fort."

Sydney William of Greses Royal Army

Canada to Menutectu Phosties OTTAWA report

Ottawa reports the Canadian Government plans to work with a commercial company for joint restraints of a raw materials plant in Sarnia Ontario. The government owned plant would provide a minimal subsidy monthly while discussions hint at a future national polymer crown corporation.

Ottawa Ap Seis Commuarcial Corporation Wallace J. Shakespeare Beall HO Warren J Ie Praia Prenaral Hagia Mesara R Shakespeare Thorne Winton Jilnt Ascretaries Menta Jwater Avent Creasures Lallyeimied Mensa Campbell F. Bettatteld Mt. Bhutton Gres A Hochford R. No Wardle Mevdumen RF Conway A Tinal HL. Mlater Snd Munphynya

Three Deaths From Fog Tragedy Reports At Bayewater Level Crossing

A fog bound accident near Bayewater level crossing claimed three lives. The report notes a train collision with a pedestrian and vehicle, with scattered details about the victims and location.

Larceny Case Involving Shirtings and Three Others

Monday at Central Court William Jense Waite Aut ney Sally Thommpausi aged 24 and 13 olla of abietingy Materia valued £220 were charged with larceny. Three other men Kevin Innessheer Laurin Bune and Rowe Mi Phew, described as soldier and agent, were remanded on related charges as police reported the case details.

Sydney William Jense Waite Sally Thommpausi Lemme Roman Cantral Coury Tan Hat Turntay Kevin Patrick Innessheer Laurin Bune Fee Lupe Rival Rowe Mi Phew

Unclear regional forecast crowds source text

Weather outlook mentions scattered showers across inland districts then notes mild to warm temperatures along the coast. Forecasters expect fresh winds along the southwest regions with a mix of cloudy and sunny intervals and moderate rainfall chances in some coastal areas.

Buale Monte Wighinnie

Canberra Weather Fragment Teases Early Day Notes

Fragmented report from Canberra mentions morning and afternoon readings with unclear times and weather codes. Several place names appear garbled such as MLR P YB HAW and Favstall, with references to 3 pm and 2 year maximums, making full interpretation uncertain.

Sial

World conflict centers on Middle East and Asia power shifts

The article argues that after the war new gravity centers will form in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. It notes Arab states seeking independence and regional realignments, with China and Afghanistan rising in influence and Western powers recalibrating roles.

Europe Middle East Myrid Lebanon Palestine Turkey Arabid Jay Atuwae Thorsen China United Staten Ln Afghanistan United States Britain

Canberra Seed Potatoes In Big Demand

Canberra district faces high demand for Kabshidin early seed potatoes. Growers report limited supply from the Department of Agriculture despite reports of ample shipments to Queensland and New South Wales. Production aims to meet up to 1000 tons, but logistics limit distribution to furthers regions.

Canberra War Agriultural Committee Momland Wan Onal New South

Denial Awaited Of Comforts Fund Tobacco Cut

In Munday news from Sydney a tug of policy over the Comforts Fund and tobacco restriction is reported. Senator Beane indicated a cut may follow amid parliamentary debate and discussions between the Army Minister and tobacco authorities. Ben Yorvane and H R Warren are cited in the sourcing as involved figures.

Bydney Munday Melimueie Contentia Ben Yorvane Sydney A.C

ACTU Congress Leftists Score in First Round

In Sydney, the ACTU and Congress factions clashed over nominations for the presidency as leader Clarey proposed delaying non essential nominations. The confrontation focused on balancing the Tradex Union and La Government, with amendments defeated and key figures pressed for timing of decisions.

Sydney Monilay Aithon Dagluuati ARCA Ayaney -Manning Horak Tradex Wan Ua Bea Une Clarey B Thornton Tranwickersy Grant Lote Ad

LEVEL CROSSING SMASH Four Killed Three injured

Wellington reports a fatal crossing crash injuring three others. The_Munday family suffered deadly losses as a goods train collision near Huntly involved Mew a eternity opal and Mew Mabot Murapaih. The Marshall family includes George Marshall aged 90 and relatives among the injured.

Wellington Munday Salem Aval Fay Huntly Mabot Murapaih Daungttor Arwuid Faither Wien George Mocaheil Aughter Jorephine Marwhall William Muernhall Marshall Wenke Moan McCathim Ma Marshall

Severe Floodings On Worth Coast Report

A flood report from Liamory notes 21 inches of rain in the peat offer with warnings of continuing heavy rain. The Sydney Mile race faces cancellation while trains between Cumin and Mair are halted. Authorities warn of rising water and potential evacuations as rainfall persists across the region.

Aveney Sunility Heavy Ran Whole Allen Drs Iragmouthe Enitiine AL & Fim Liamory Arwter Amd Plana Liireo Inenea Huey Cumin Belabane Burney Ws Thehairman Sydney Mile Mr Watson Watson Afr Newman Mtalona

Unclear OCR fragment about wartime casualty report

Fragmentary text reports a war related event with references to Sydney, Robert Peart, and a rain condition. The readable lines imply a casualty or injury incident and mentions a celebration of a victory. Details are incomplete and names are uncertain due to damaged OCR.

Australian ship engagement and assault report from wartime

A battered passage describes an Australian naval action against Japanese forces with a ship noseing near the front door, a five minute operational bombardment, and reference to captains Rae and Worra fighting near Wallarah amid broader China sea actions. It notes aggressive tactics and air support with mentions of planes and surface combat.

Walles Asprut Wallarah

Duke Donates and Sash for Sheep Grace Trials

A trophy named the Prince William Trophy will be used at the Canberra Retinet and Dog Association event under Duke of Gloucester permission. The trophy is reserved for the best sheep submission, with prize money and sponsorship from Caline tropibien and Lady Gawele. The event attracts entries from New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland and Australia, aligning with the NSW Kennel Club trophy.

Permiamion Duke of Gloucemer Patien Duke of Gloucester Eine Money Caline Tropibien Chuaney Bard Gawele New South Wales Viewtorta

Annual Meeting of Horticultural Society Report and Awards

The meeting reviewed modern potato varieties and plantings at Dickson with tests in Canberra gardens. Officers outlined the society year, prize awards, and a trophy memory for Lady Governor, plus notes on income, exhibitions, and garden competitions.

Horticultural Society Ade Mutton Canberrs Guverie Keeley Willy Fry Dickson Reaune Hulten Sunver Phe Azmy Ted Teoh

Canada Australia film exchanges discussed in Canberra

A report on a visit by an Australian official to Canberra to discuss Canada Australia film exchange programs. The discussions covered production, national film boards, and international cooperation, highlighting shifts in documentary and educational broadcasting, with emphasis on promoting collaboration and access to film resources.

Ottawa Monnay Comnad Ae Ys Wits Henry Peter Australia National Film Board of Canad Canberra National Free Board of Canale Aly Ganada Mure Tawe Ai Andienen Mire Guvernumume Astral Ube Auntralla Durin Ivers Ana ‘Watt Butch Perme Netherlands Fast Indies Rome Sommerciel Iinur Puniie Informationsand Education Syuney

U S Naval Affairs Committee Arrives in Australia

A U S Naval Affairs Committee delegation arrived in Sydney for a tour of facilities and marine installations. A spokesperson stated no public statements would be made pending authorization from President Truman. The visit aims to review defense arrangements and ferry operations in the region.

Australia Sydney TR. Ne Amalrs Committee

Gracie Fields Arrives in Sydney

Gracie Fields mounts a surprise visit to Sydney as crowds greet the star during a brisk Monday arrival. Local reports note fans and media lining routes, while organizers prepare for a charity performance amid questions about travel delays and country-wide interest in her appearance.

Hold the Halo Immoral Case Sparks Ice Cream Question

A Canadian Police Magistrate Clarke presided over a case involving the magazine Hold that Halo. The Adelaide hearing discussed alleged improprieties linked to ice cream promotion and a wartime Dominion issue in 1943. Production and consumption figures across hotels and shops were cited, with British Columbia showing notable activity and a rise in sales.

Adelaide Clarke Bureau of Statiation Ravea Elly Hales Halo Velin Moore Uian LP Columbia Susie

War Expenditure Declines Amid Economic Uncertainty

War expenditure shows a downward trend with defence and war services spending likely below earlier CAT estimates. Figures indicate total Commonwealth outlay around £428,000 from war-related needs, while revenue tops approximately £107,803,000, making £200 million by June 30 unlikely.

Wana Howe

Me Spender Attacked Over Manpower Allegations

The Minister for Munitions rebutted Me Spender, a War Production member, for alleging a surplus of manpower. He argued Spender had opportunity to verify facts at Advisory War Council meetings and criticized speculation. The Munitions Department noted progressive personnel reductions within limits and said only wartime needs justify manpower levels.

Manitiona Dakein Spenser Punvit Spender War Council Ita Itu Air Force Sant Brita Sales i Ina Vena Fred CO Sina

Strike Over Soldier's Reinstatement Report

A strike ends over a soldier's reinstatement. Reports indicate changes proposed by a company are not favored by the Newcastle Ironworkers' Association. Further information expected from Humputa regarding the situation and local actions.

JAP BALLOON ATTACK ON CANADA

A prewar report from Canada describes a balloon attack program east of the Rockies. It notes balloons carrying explosives and anti aircraft equipment with observers watching for regular drops by a Western faction. The aims include damaging infrastructure and disrupting defenses.

Canada Rocky Mountains Reainie Ruakabee Wan Canwil Davin Conwyn Towifie Coat Sayn Hele Gondulna

Missing Wine Stocks Report Sparks Tax Discrepancy

A chaotic note describes a large uncounted wine stock discrepancy with figures near 3 million Kelton and 2 to 6 between, causing Federal Viticultural Council to stress need for complete work to verify. Tariff Board had dealt with figures for March 32 and June 30 and clearing from bonds varied monthly up to a million gallons.

Riley Tarif Re Council Millon Gale Ma

Chinese war correspondent arrives with East Asia Command

The first Chinese news correspondent accredited to the Air- stationed Met and Aualatine Army faction arrived in Wingin g, Ta Kunpao. He was with the HeALlab 14th Army when captured at Mandatay, reported Monday.

Airsting Auetaline Army Canta Se Ta Kunpao Winging Tre

Medication of Belgian King Emann Lodon In Meeting

A fragmented report notes a party congress unanimously forming a resolution calling for the abdication of King Leopold amid tensions. The text is garbled but indicates a political move against the monarch with unnamed witnesses and dates missing.

London Teterin Wedalint Party King Ledge Jonatewopion Markt Wile Peviblind

Royal Navy Holds Off Kamikazes in Pacific Skirmish

The Royal Navy tackles kamikaze attacks in the Pacific theater amid heavy air strikes and naval operations. The article notes long, arduous carrier actions, successful defense, and strategic aim to disrupt Japanese forces while maintaining ship integrity and base viability.

Admiralty Mamtkasi Wea Tyitian

Australian stance against Axis gold looting

The Australian Government refused to participate in or recognize any transfer of gold looted by the Axis Powers. External Affairs Minister Maier stated Australia would not buy or legally recognize gold taken from occupied territories or exchanged with Axis allies, aligning with Britain and other dominions in condemning the seizures.

Autralian Maier Commonwealth Beaid Matin Britain Amreve Rilusia ADEA Emelat Axle New Zealand Ht Nince Shemeslyon Cour Iales Oldale Milich

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