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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 27, 1946

Page

4

Powers and plans for Newcastle Port development debated

Reports discuss a 2060 fee under the power scheme and a proposed method for coal shipments. Debates reference Newcastle, Port Kembla, and Sydney routes, with figures on tonnage, vessel allocations, and limited shipping service. Officials note nine years of proven scheme and ongoing port work amid supply challenges.

Ueder Bunnsrons Air. J I. H Mahagbe Mr Forty de Kay Fiawever Dedman Cameron Barker Newcastle St Port Kembla Guner Aydnay Uys Overman Shipping

MELDOURA CREW STRIKE GAINS AUSTRALIAN RATES PROTEST

The crew of freighter Prospect on strike for Australian pay and conditions joined the Mineritra freighter Vac Raman crew in demanding Australian rates during the interstate trade. They threaten to return to Newcastle by Wednesday as council charges inefficiency in power planning surface amid railway transport restrictions and debates over county management.

Meldoura Prospect Australla Wwe Dean Vac Raman MaiBourne Newcastle Aatwedays Eatirol Ainera Troy Ot Grant Alded Teaneport Treauport War

WEAT armiKEMe MEST TER BRIBRANE

The text records a disrupted workday with workers delegates urging an alternative plan from a committee to present to the employer. It notes emergency routes and government involvement with mentions of Queensland places and a morning return to work order.

Bribrane Wedneeiay Verena Trades and Civielte Tne Chal Reteence Board Wort

Parliament reports and ministerial talks in wartime Australia

A long parliamentary record details debates on Pacific strategy export controls and postwar production. It covers Prime Minister's invite to Churchill, Australia’s stance on Pacific bases, and shifts in government but notes no immediate cabinet change. Debates touch freight, loans, and arbitration court futures amid war conditions.

Revenue likely to surpass estimates by twenty million pounds

The House debated the revenue forecast showing an anticipated uplift of about £20 million. The treasurer introduced measures to raise income via higher duties and war-time revenue changes, with total year revenue projected around £164 million and war-related spending estimated at £380 million.

Tore Bede House of Representatives Yeaterday Tremmurer Cuitley Coffiey Wve Faa Eris Yale Ferent Lynn Wee Alan Country Party Walla Anandal Tipean Aupermanun- Ton Benedic Merwe

Primary school plans for Griffith education project summary

A garbled report outlines Pasteur educational projects in Griffith to expand co ptten studies and training centers. It mentions main facilities at Ver yabendah and Tolopra, with aims to accommodate senior students and support commercial and technical education while developing local talent and infrastructure.

Pasteur Coptten Pete Proven Gelemsidtast Alieare Fuimvent Gavaramienit Cenuty Vorstaal Thiea Che Acheme Teluto Somdary Active Commercial Etudion Raunet Bass Cpt Sme SS Cso Eerie YOO Stedents

Cabinet Luncheon Noted with E J Williams Figures

A fractured report describes a cabinet luncheon with Mr E J Williams and multiple ministers. Mentions include Mr Chifley the Prime Minister, UK envoy, and parliamentary leadership figures from the Opposition, Country Party, and premiers of Victoria and South Australia in a Commonwealth context.

Prive Chifley United Kingdom Me Font Dee Victoris Gaim South Aurtaller Playford

Weanenday Connell Leads Weigh In At Association Meet

Fragmented OCR text lacks clear facts but mentions participation in an association event, names Weanenday Connell and Ima Hatlon, and references officers Lam Htfinaysci and Apelaevan. Summary constrained by readability. entities preserved as readable.

Revised plan for uniform gauge to cost 50 million pounds

An amended plan for standard gauge in Australia was submitted by the Commonwealth at a meeting on the warning day. The proposal outlines costs and contributions from Victoria, South Australia, and NSW to fund gauge standardization. It envisions capital expenditure exceeding 200 million and aims to accelerate housing, water, conservation, and electrical development in the linked states.

Australie Saoruin Australe Unitertanesy Victaromans Atrai Wh Vistoria Flaney Aiur Fratiern NSW Teipotang Victoria Ewidea Fiona Ural Atilian Mir Cain Ehave Dedman

Forecast of the Southern Highlands Nearing Development

Fragmentary text notes weather conditions and development activity in the southern highlands. Mentions days of tight stability, coastal sighting, and ongoing plans under a regional forecast issued by W. lo fat frat and Mea. No clear dates or named organizations are evident in the legible lines.

Fablalands Siarate Ted Carne Aoathern Highlands

Canberra Weather Report Snippet From War Era Page

Sparse weather notes describe Wednesday conditions with a warm afternoon and a high around 84. The fragment mentions Canberra related weather and reports a Macaw migration note tied to the Tar region, with stray terms suggesting farm and summer context.

Atomic fear and its remedy in a world on edge

Fragmentary study notes a debate on atomic energy and the threat it poses to humanity. It discusses proposals for international control, the need for mutual understanding among nations, and the importance of trustworthy disarmament efforts over weapon development. It highlights conferences in Paris and the urgency of global cooperation to avert catastrophe.

Lik Nationa Darthuine Marr Mtomig Energy United Tates Tusa Atomic Energy Paria Stoutle

Unclear text: Regency Governor General event reported

An obscure garbled report mentions the Governor General and Duke of Giouecaian aiding Durhans, with references to Australian papers, Kai ally house, and a theatre premiere with names like May Thalsir Reith Park and Lady Park Ait. The fragment also cites various persons and places with no clear narrative.

Duke Giouecaian Papres Creativen Kaially Pighnewsen May Thalsir Reith Park Lady Park Aberawall Jonea Andereey Lewis Ani Fatty Bedney Town

Unclear Military Post Noted in Fragmentary Copy

Fragmentary OCR notes service in the Western Pacific and wartime postings. Mentions RAAF and a lieutenant with limited readable details. Further readable facts are missing from the fragment.

Penne T Dal Snyee Ed Woarreat HNL Mensou Cabitrna Tke Raaf Annie Ust West Pact

Cigarette Gaper Shoetage Muddled Text Fragment

A fractured OCR passage mentions cigarette gaper and shoetage with scattered names and terms. The garbled lines reference a person or event, but readable details are unavailable, leaving ambiguous fragments about a trial or inquiry and unclear affiliations.

A W U Announces Election Levy Plan

The A W U states it will impose a 2/6 levy on 190,000 to fund Labour Party election expenses. The Minister for the Interior notes the levy is essential as the federation faces mounting pressures ahead of polls.

Prigra Wedaraney Labour Jonnaon

Woman injured after fall from train at night

An account from Sydney notes a woman identified as a daughter of a Chinese consul living in Wormsnty was injured when she fell from a mine cart tonight. She was admitted to St Vincent's Hospital with head injuries and a probable coma.

Sydney Wormsnty Daghter Nat Dombay Bening

Jewellery Robbery at Woolton House Disturbs Lady Woolten

Thieves broke into the 3rd Woolton residence under cover of night and thefts included plate jewellery valued at 41083. Lady Woolten awakened by a man, exact details unclear, investigation ongoing.

London Woolton

First Step Toward Abolition of Means Test

Fragmentary report outlines government moves toward abolishing means tests for pensions and old age assistance. Notes income limits, tax impact, and potential savings, with figures showing broad public service effects and projected revenue changes.

Thug attack on man in Victoria Street incident

A man walking with a companion on Victoria Street Kings Chain was robbed of a cigarette by a lone assailant who struck him in the jaw with a heavy blow. The victim collapsed, the thief took a wallet, and the injured man was rushed to St Vincente Hospital for treatment.

BYONE Victoria Chana St Vincente Hospital

Labour Talks on Election Plans in Canberra Conference

Fragments show Labour representatives meeting in Canberra to map election strategy. The noisy notes mention executives, campaign divisions, and upcoming planning sessions tied to national and local electoral efforts. Several names and places are garbled, but the core idea is a Labour party planning discussion for an election.

Beon Ghana Jar Ymca

Hume Reservoir Waters To Be Used For Electricity

A report outlines plans to use Hume Reservoir waters to generate electricity. The proposal references water rights, river conditions, and possible impacts on local infrastructure and power supply. Government authorities discuss feasibility, funding, and regulatory steps.

Hume Reservoir

Electricity cuts threaten Canberra disruption in power plan

Fragmented report notes a potential power cut across Canberra as authorities outline a rationing strategy. The Department of Works and Fourie coordination aims to ration power, prioritizing essential services and water heating while advising public prudence.

Canberra Department of Warke Fourie Sya Pawey Dani Ratorn

Canberra Trees Decline Sparks Minister’s Warning

The minister warns Canberra trees are dying amid concerns about environmental decline. The prime minister and works minister discuss actions and explanations, with calls for prompt information and a possible pause in the project until issues are resolved. The dialogue emphasizes urgency and accountability in addressing the trees’ condition.

Canberra

Coal Mines Charter Adopted by Triormational Labour Office

The Coal Mines Charter was adopted by the Coal Mines Committee of the Triormational Labour Office in London. The committee's report was revised yesterday by James Hunter, Australian government representative, and will be tabled soon, likely next week.

Coal Mines Coal Mines Committee Triormational Labour Office London James Hunter von Terence

Death of Turf Veteran Richard Wootton

Richard Wootton a turf veteran and trainer who spent decades in England Athos and Australia died after lung distress in New Hampshire. He trained horses and luced allocans fully in England and Australia.

Sydney Richard Wootton Trutin England Athos Australia

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