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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Mar 03, 1944

Page

4

Finland seeks better armistice terms amid mixed signals

A flood of Stockholm speculation centers on Finnish stance in Moscow talks as Britain and others anticipate German policy shifts. Stockholm dispatches note Finnish leaders facing pressure from both Axis and Allied powers while public opinion pressures for tolerable terms. Reports claim Finnish editors criticize Russian terms and push for independence in negotiations, with observers asserting potential ambassadorial exchanges and possible delegation to Moscow.

Quotas on University Admission Spark Political Debate

Sydney the government nominee on the Bydwy University Senate, Mr A Landa MLA, criticised university entry quotas as a suppression of democratic rights. He urged Commonwealth action noting many Australian youths cannot join universities due to limits, with many headed for the Army.

Rghts Sydney A. Landa Byd Wy University Senate Landa Commonwealth Army

Ship Workers Object To Armed Guards In Holds

At an Australian port, waterside workers protest armed guards aboard an Allied ship. Acting secretary Moran says crews refuse to work with guards, demanding safer conditions. Trade union delegates press opposition while ships face delays and potential waivers.

Tradex and Labour Council Federst Tay Wil Aus

Air Training Corps Drill and Wing Meet Details

Air Training Corps events outline training for NCOs due March 10 with a general address by FLL Peter Watson DIC. The squadron will travel to Sydney for Wing athletic contests, then a drill competition at Masonic Hall on March 11. A Tuesday talk at 8:30 pm by Watson covers aviation experience and aims to inspire cadets.

Lanperra Ana Queanpeyan Technical College Iingstun N.C.O Val Lus Sydney Masonic Hall Peter Watson DIC RAAP

Homebush Stock Sale Market Traits at Sydney Auction

The Sydney Homebush auction report notes 85 200 deep and samba permed stock at Flemington talcyards with dull demand for other descriptions. Heavy catire yarding of 2 539 hand, with general quality middle market. quotations show western to 28s, ewes to 20/, lambs to 27/, hogs at 26s, prime stock £20, medium £11 6s 10d, prime cattle £13 20s, medium £11 0s, beef-bullock 41/, steer 42/ and cow 43/ per hundred weight.

Sydney Flemington Hasani Tan Wethern Ewes Iambe Hogeemn

Tobacco leaf stocks improved amid price adjustments

The speaking at the annual meeting noted improved tobacco leaf stocks with the British Tobacco Co. seeking Perestation from the Prices Commissioner due to cent American leaf. Mr RJ Manale said stocks were better than 12 months ago and that this season's crop could deepen the market, with Steeley Sea 1043 cited as a benchmark.

Sydney British Tobacco Co RJ. Manale Steeley Sea

LAND SETTLEMENT OF EX-SOLDIERS IN AUSTRALIA

Sydney reports the states push for land settlement for returning soldiers while awaiting Commonwealth support. Officials note financing questions hinge on federal action, with departments drafting rapid plans and potential land allocation to aid demobilized servicemen.

Milk Inquiry Delays Sydney Probe Probed by Minister

The milk inquiry in Sydney, ongoing for months, is expected to wrap up within weeks. Health Minister Mr Golly stated reluctance by certain participants, especially vendors, to come forward and give evidence has caused the delay.

Sydney Pho Mile Whien Fins Mr Golly Agai Aly

Problem of Meat Shipments in Melbourne

Shipping problems in January raise questions about meat rationing achieving its goals. Government ministers and officials discuss Canada delaying export to rationing channels and potential impacts on supply. ACTU backed actions to secure stock and consider abolishing the meat ration scheme. The Meat Industry Employees Union sought information to decide on representations, with Mr. Wonk noting no British union request for food rationing help.

Melbourne Wala Keane Oviag Amalia Ratlanine Canada Meat Indium Sry Tinton ACTU Con Informaton Mr. Wonk Great Britain

State Lottery Sydney Draw Report Mixed Results

State Lottery Sydney No 1031 drawn today yields multiple prizes with syndicate names and addresses listed. Fourth prize weeks include five tri ment committee and inquiries into causes of certain incidents while noting Lottery No 1032 to be drawn Monday morning.

Sydney Firat Patience G. Andrews Anzac Parade Kendlaxton Jeat FE Sohnaton Bridge Belmore Campa Srisbane A. Gover Moma Bt Ermal Granville

Yallo urn Fire Report Details Unclear Conditions

Fragmentary OCR text discusses a Yallourn fire with mentions of safeguards, fuel, experts, and Mr McKay. No coherent event or clear facts emerge beyond references to fire conditions and potential improvements.

Hold Up at Homebush Abattoirs Incident

A cryptic OCR fragment references an apparent hold up at Homeland Abattoirs in Sydney with unclear details. The text is garbled, mentioning terms like won world today and a 90 000 amount, but provides no coherent facts or names to confirm a report.

Axia Umn Duc Optinsieny Ait Tata Seare Lamdon Bulgaria Rumania Hungary Ankara Pally Express Atates Anant Balabanog San Salabana Baldhanodl Laat Butult Rome Sofa Balkans Radio Anga Nf Helsink Mt Tx Budapest Sydney Homeland

ACTU Seeks Repeal of Regulations

Melbourne reports the ACTU pursuing repeal of a national regulation affecting two amendments and power to compel visiting ships to perform tasks. The executive argued the need to regulate sailor duties, with an independent chairman and union and shipowner representatives to review the issue.

Melbourne Thoreau Anal Seamen's Union

War Damage Claim Denied Over 1946 Contribution

Sydney Thurstop Anystor, who paid a war damage contribution covering the army portion of 1946, was told by the War Damage Commission that the government had already paid the year's insurance under the arrangement. The statement appeared in a report noting promissory provisions.

Sydney Thurstop Anystor Bhp Purchna Frm Senewal Promassima Pallel Yooke Bine Racmenta

Compensation for State Police Bill Introduced by Premier

A legislative bill titled on state police compensation was introduced today by the Premier. The measure outlines allowances related to work and travel, with provisions for dependants and related benefits.

Sydney Thames Cherus

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