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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 26, 1944

Page

2

Moll of Monote Regent Remembered in Battle Loss

In memory of Cpl. Jim Regent KIA June 1941 in Syria with the Oth Div. Beloved husband of Ot ane and father of Doreen Mollie and Florala. Son of Mr and Mrs J it and brother of Doreen, Mollie, and Florala. Resting in Canberra Public Hall notices recount his sacrifice and love.

Moll Monote Cpl Jim Regent Gyria Ethel Gwen Cormeral Atp J It Doreen Mollie Florala Netion

Ormandy Concert at Albert Hall

The Canberra president clashes with Bachary over the program for the ALC Symphony Orchestra concert at Albert Hall. Eugene Gr towes will conduct the school concert Friday featuring Brahms and a piano forte soloist Mimi Petera.

Canberra Aga Lnst Bachary Daley Comeniaion ALC Conde Tor Soamean Percy Cote Mimie Teile Petera

Depredations by dogs reported near St Johns Church

Sheep in a Mill south of St John’s church suffered torn bows from stray dogs on Saturday. Several were reportedly for arou the Gooks and Nindquarters, though none killed.

St. John's NAVY Auroron Brenning Sydney University Pike Auckland Huiday Beifaal Accountant

Three U Boats Sunk In Attack On Convoy

London reports British naval ships defended a convoy attacked by a submarine group. Six enemy aircraft were shot down as the escort pressed the fight, with the engagement occurring in April under poor weather conditions near the North Sea.

London Britis North Huma Admiralty Naval Gators Lre

Australia Orators and the Race to Full Employment

A Canberra Times analysis critiques postwar recovery rhetoric in Australia. It argues full employment cannot be guaranteed by law alone and stresses the need for world export markets, practical industrial revival, and prudent government policy to avoid stagnation and missed opportunities.

Pps Australia Aurtenle Wa Australle Stude Australis England Ruasle United Kingdom United States Jobe Dieti Whea Walng Lena

Record Cold in Canberra Tops Weather Readings

Canberra shivered through a record cold 24 hours ending yesterday morning with a 6.8 degree minimum. Forecasters noted a 19.5 degree high and a 2 degree low in parts as a heavy frost spread inland. The day opened frosty and stayed cool into midday with an ongoing brisk breeze.

Canberra Camburra Marty Oui & Forestry Ufficini Acteos

Canberra Hospital Treats Critical Patient With Available Scan

A patient at the Canberra Community Hospital received treatment after scans were made available. The condition was described as critical, with medical teams mobilizing urgent care and monitoring.

Finn Iveron Canberra Hrapital

Fierce fighting in central China reported by communique

A Chinese communique says fierce fighting is near outer defenses of a city in central China. Japanese forces reportedly captured Pingetang about 100 miles northeast of Hengyang. General Ristwell notes counter efforts to disrupt supply lines, with attacks on cavalry positions and inland docks. One plane reportedly shot down.

Chungring Pingetang Mallee Hengyand Ristwell Ine Sang Saluniay Heakon le Saan

Military Installations In North-Mees Sector Mentioned

Report notes Monday events across army Navy and Air Force installations in the North-mees sector Later in the week allied mime members of the British and Canadian forces are cited with liaison by maritime personnel Lary Epleation referred to among seafarers

North-mees

Allied Forces Capture Fellonice. advances reported

Allied communique says Fifth Army pushed along the Adriatic coast and inland, capturing Fellonice and pressuring positions near Monte Notun and Monta. Heavy bombing targeted rail lines, shipping lanes, and several inland routes as the push continued against Axis forces.

Fellonice Monte Notun Peacix Camal Visto Telmét Horth Figater Tealy Alan Road Janctions Motor Ranaport

Teachers Role Representation in ACT Education Debate

Ale views on education representation within the ACT Teachers Job union provoke debate. Marvin criticizes state control and democratic principles, arguing teachers face limits on expressing criticism and the need for genuine participation in Canberra.

Ale Cilinme Sunda Waa Canberra Mdi Act India Jamtie Shilasen Anowine

Denied Snooping to Suppress Criticism in Australia

Sydney report shows Mr A Moore, director of a government procurement division, denying claims that officials sought information from censorship authorities to influence wartime policy. He argued the inquiry focused on a foreign company's actions against government policy, not domestic criticism, amid wartime food and supply concerns.

Sydney Bunday Eavision of Import Procuremast A. Moore Tarnight Pactiva Industrial Cranapoet Witis Moore Autralians Selon Ital

Captain's Flat ALP Meeting Backs ACT Support

Allan Fraser MP and Canberra ALP leaders urged residents to back the ACT plan at a meeting chaired by Frank Winchester. The gathering resolved to forward the resolution to the Prime Minister and promote rights movement for open representation in Parliament.

Mite Crates Vale Canberra Allan Fraser Fair Adlp Frank Winchester Matting Anten Aly Rijjnts

Automotive Industries To Be Represented At Canberra

The Tedgrat Chamber of Autotio Live Industries will establish a federal secretariat at Canberra. Mr J D Murray is appointed secretary and will set up the office after consultations with State Chambers.

Automotive Industries Camberra Tedgrat Autotio: Live Industries van Barre J. d. Murray Murray Canberra

Blackmail deprecated in war time proposes coal pledge

British MP Tells Rydney Sunday a miners strike endangers war effort. Acting Prime Minister Forde notes coal stock could fall within eight percent by mobilization efforts. A resolution passed with two dissenters pledging southern miners to boost production for national war needs.

Colungaridge Alee Mighe Forde

Death of Sir John Harrison Former Federal Capital Commissioner

The death of Sir John Harrison, 78, former Commissioner of the Federal Capital Commission, was recorded in Sydney last week. Born in London, he moved to Australia at 18 and helped found J. Harrigan and Sons. He later served on the War Advisory Board and the Matravius Garden Village project for disabled soldiers, was knighted in 1998, and remained a prominent Canberra figure after retirement.

Ay Sydney Bunday Atrs Beateloe Harris Stenen Eyuta Balegowiah Rad Wan Inalde & Reven Dell Sydney Conrern Mr Kelly Sunday Oak Publoh Fellowship of Australia Tiwaa Hydney Jon Harrison Federal Capital Commission Waa John Harrison Bhndon Murray Austalia Ater J. Harrigan and Bons Amvice Homes Matravius Garden Wan Sintlah Federal Capital

Dewey Nomination Sealed at Republican Convention

Chicago dispatch reports New York Times correspondent that Dewey secured the Republican nomination with confidence at the convention. The tally shows a solid lead well over half of the total votes cast as Dewey nears the pivotal 800 threshold of 1,090 possible votes.

New York Chicago New York Times Dewey

Ex Naval Men Association Canberra Meeting Announcement

Ex Naval Men's Association of Australia invites naval personnel in Canberra to attend a session on Saturday. Federal President C. W. Scott and secretary Wade urge attendance. Further details available from Albert Osten Belconnen or Police Station Canberra.

The Injustice of Disenfranchisement in Representative Government

This fragment discusses the wrong of excluding voters from governance even in popular systems. It argues disenfranchised individuals lack equal voice, face compulsion to obey, and suffer personal injustice when others govern without their consent. It condemns permanent denial of suffrage as unfair to citizens of a civilised nation.

Iil Radapandignity Voise

Tribute at Forveat Bowls Club Honors Late Patron

Before afternoon play at Larbert bowling greens Forveat a tribute was paid for Sir Duna Mar ricon, patron of the club. The flag flew at half mast during the match as players paused to remember the esteemed figure.

Larbert Forveat Sir Duna Marricon

World War II air and sea actions reported

A damaged wartime dispatch notes Allied and Axis aerial and naval moves over the Atlantic and Mediterranean. It mentions Allied fighters shooting down enemy planes and a large convoy between the United States and Britain. The report laments continued transport difficulties and losses along routes to Naples and beyond.

Washington Bunday Gore Beotlend Allea Naples AWW Transport Command

War era toast marks Soviet invasion anniversary

The event notes an anniversary related to a Russian invasion and discusses war impacts. Speakers reference U S and Australia relations with emphasis on peace, diplomacy, and global stability during the period. The gathering includes remarks by local organizers and advocates for improved international ties.

Public Service Appointments Sparks Debate in Canberra

The Canberra debate centers on law flaws and appointment practices for senior public service roles. Critics urge more open advertising and careful selection, citing concerns about departmental influence and the need for accountable, merit based processes amid calls for reform.

Sino-American Pact on War Supplies Reached Informal Accord

An informal Sino American pact on war supplies was reached with senior officials including Mr Wallace and Chiang Kai-shek overseeing matters of mutual assistance. The talks emphasized friendly cooperation and aimed to align logistics and matériel support. The accord signals strengthened wartime coordination between the two nations.

Wallacessa Chiang Kai-shek Maeto JP

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