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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 18, 1942
Page
2
A garbled report notes Moe arrives at Taener with unclear details. The text references names Moe, WOU, and events on June involving liberty and a meeting, but the passage remains fragmentary and inconclusive.
Fragmentary Canberra Times text references proprietors and capital related to a publication. The readable phrases include mentions of The Canberra Times and associated publishing terms, but the content is garbled and lacks clear events, dates, or names to form a full news item.
Promoters state they will honor remuneration for advertised items while reserving the right to alter or omit any Bayer Himmants received and paid for in the event of business contingencies or other causes. The text is garbled but conveys conditional flexibility in advertising agreements and procurement terms.
Fragmentary OCR notes show a figure of 1,080,000,000 and references to daily war costs and large expenditures in Britain. The text is garbled but suggests concern over wartime spending and funding.
Sydney workers at a munitions factory walkout after a weekend failed attempt to settle a dispute over wartime loading 4/6. A mass meeting called for the removal of Minister for Munitions Muhin, amid charges of continued apathy to wartime delivery, with a potential nationwide extension if talks fail.
Fragmented war report describes Allied and Japanese movements near Alaska and the Aleutians. Mentions American officials, military planning, and a Vancouver briefing about potential threats as generals coordinate temporary measures.
A partial note from Melbourne reports improved uniforms for forces. Mrs Wordswhit states the army and other groups are studying better attire and equipment under a push for standardized gear. Further details remain unclear due to fragmented text.
A lengthy editorial argues for greater popular control in Australia amid World War II pressures. It cites the Pacific offensive, calls for direct public input on government power, and questions High Court decisions shaping democratic governance. It stresses that true democracy requires from the people a governing voice and active participation.
A garbled report notes the Governor General Gowrie was accompanied by B. J. Moir and left Bundaberg early yesterday morning heading north amid unclear details.
A fragmentary report notes enlistment of public servants from the Postmaster General and other departments for service abroad. Canberra’s population is listed as 12.38 thousand with about 200 employees from the Chamirongalin office set to serve overseas.
The Minister for the Army advised the Commander in Chief of the Middle Region that a sight award of Military Medal has been approved for members of the AL. The list includes Berry, Mary wart Kilby, infantry, Bert Soler Racks, artillery, and Gunner Francie Mell Tudor Brewer, artillery.
A newspaper executive died at his home on Darling Point after a career spanning several decades. The obituary notes his leadership roles within the industry and marks the passing during the Easter festival period.
A London report notes the engagement of the Greek princess to the Prince of Yugoslavia. The 70 year old father and the princess live with her mother in London as the couple announces the match.
The Premier has completed ten years in office, a record for Australia and the longest tenure of any Labour Premier. Reports indicate renewed discussions and continued communications with colleagues as the government maintains efforts across regions.
Wartime rationing details outline that uniforms and clothing coupons are required, with regional directors to handle shortages. Evacuees and new arrivals may obtain ration books with identity cards, while workers warned against hoarding or improper use of materials.
A director of the Associated Chambers of Manufacturers of Australia advocates robust postwar industrial development. He cites a phased shift from war to peace production, the need for a constructive public works program, housing, water conservation, and tax policy. He warns tariff changes will shape industry and employment, urging coordinated inquiries and effective transitions to prevent unemployment and support prosperity.
The article notes Melbourne based suit production facing material bans on cheap fabrics and heavy restrictions. It mentions exports of standard men and women clothing, including suits, and cites a rise in new material output by around twenty percent in the past two months with expectations of further gains. It highlights weekly production planning changes and ongoing adjustments to textile supply.
Ottawa reports the Minister for Labour Mr Humphrey Mitchell will enforce the Order-In-Council requiring seven day work for continuous ship production on the Pacific coast despite some unions opposing the plan. He cites Japanese invasion plans to justify broader defence mobilization and argues the timing will influence Alaska trade and port defenses.
Melbourne reports describe postwar shifts with Sydney industries and workers mobilizing for federation era trade and industrial plans. MPs debate whether federal authority should expand over trade and industrial regulation while state parliaments push back. Government aims for a referendum to abolish state parliaments, with ministers confident of success.
The opposition leader Mr Fadden advocates an early referendum to resolve wartime power and executive authority, arguing that polly Biaty considerations delay decisive action while urging the people to decide. Premier Hughes counters with calls for limited constitutional changes and referendum as a possible path. The debate highlights ongoing tensions over wartime governance and key leadership perspectives.
Bir Hubert Garvan, former Commonwealth Solicitor-General, backs a referendum. Inset shows Deputy-Leader of the Mr. W.M. Hughen in the view, highlighting parliamentary support for constitutional framing.
Government measures aim to mobilise 30 000 workers for defence industry as manpower review body examines how many can be diverted from non essential to essential war production. Deputy Director of Manpower Bellemore notes acute labour shortage, one way movement from non essential to essential production, with mining operations suspended and labour redirection under scrutiny. Industry ministers discuss plans to sustain war output and assign civilian labour to infantry support if needed.
The Commonwealth Government weighs wartime measures as authorities review theatre hours in Melbourne. A government commission considers curtailment of routes and mobilization, with defence needs prompting possible changes to civilian duties and work obligations amid wartime tensions.
The article reports strong resistance to employing women in heavy industry. Mrs Carney condemns the plan as diminishing dignity and questions the policy announced by the Director of Manpower.
The Canadian defence minister in Montreal asserts Canada’s wartime expenditure is triple that of the previous conflict. He cites Canada’s 40,000 troops in Britain and warns of ongoing invasion threats as casualties rise to 5,600 with 148,000 in service and over 490,000 youth in uniform.
The report details Britain’s food transport rationalization with new measures. It notes bacon supply aims, a 40 percent shift in distribution, and planned reorganizations and new schemes to take effect in autumn.
A scrambled OCR style report notes a train crash near Belabayed with building control issues and ministerial orders. It mentions an accident Saturday with 20000 personnel affected and goods needing transshipment amid ongoing inquiries and a pending relocation.
The Prime Minister outlined Australia’s wartime programme and the need for strong allied action against Japan and Axis forces. He described the Coral Sea and Libyan fronts as pivotal, with battles affecting the global balance and urging intensified air and naval efforts. A televised broadcast tied to the Aviary War panel featured leaders including General MacArthur and others detailing plans and outlooks for victory.
A garbled wartime style notice seeks 3000 pounds daily for a Canberra quota, citing 43,000 daily targets and a campaign committee’s effort. It mentions 50,000 by Tuesday, incoming applications, and a tally of 4K received, with multiple applicants per year.
A brief note on the AC T Liberty Loan barometer discusses caste labels in relation to wartime bond drives. It references public finance metrics and civic mobilization without graphic detail. The piece underscores social categories shaping fundraising narratives during the era.
A fragmented report from WN about inadequate leave facilities and government oversight. The text references the Amindistri falke and Bot sunita traphy as context, noting concerns over standard practices and potential action. No clear dates or names are readable.
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