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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 11, 1944
Page
2
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service for the deceased at 11:38 am on the birthday, with burial at the General Cemetery. The fragmentary text references family names and a ceremony location, but many details are garbled.
In a Thursday announcement President Boonevelt nominated Consul-General Kenneth Patton to become Minister to New Sabian. Other nominations listed include Thomas Habsumb, head of the information corps, to Mintette in the Far Office. Canada Will Withhold Contacts With Argentine Regime Clarification sought via Ottawa indicates diplomatic restraint in response to Ferrell administration actions. The U S State Department said talks continue with Spain over Nazi aid shipments and other Nasi exports as curbs are prepared. World City transit plan includes a capital projection of £604,000 and $800,090 for two sanatoriums plus 66 additional beds or annual maintenance costs. Melbourne reports firing of a union leader and appoints an Australian labor official for Philadelphia.
Fragmentary text reports denouncement of rent and liquor rackets in Sydney. Mentions Barnard and MN departments, alleged cooperation with real estate and blue market operators. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR but indicate official action and calls for inquiry.
Fragmented Chinese advance reports from Burma show limited gains in northern regions with mentions of forces near Atulongwan and Wad. Observers note tense movements as residents report Japanese positions and preparations to block advances while Allied servicemen provide intelligence on troop movements.
The report outlines new German and Romanian pressure along the Eastern border with a reinforced Russian frontier buffer. It notes Murahal Zhukov's forces pushing toward the Banneruban front, predicting broader dramatic effects in the Balkans as Romania Hungary and Bulgaria show wavering aims.
Sir Ronald Cross, UK High Commissioner to Australia, told Sydney that Britain funded vast airfields and bomb sites to defend Berlin and other targets. He noted 250000 acres were requisitioned for aerodromes and related infrastructure, with land and resources redirected from food production.
In a local event at Government House in Can oor, Mex Dudley Turney and Megal Mi showcased art works highlighting regional culture. The program drew residents and noted a mix of traditional and contemporary pieces with brief remarks from the artists.
The Gowrie Scholarship Trust Fund held a gathering in Canberra with notable attendees including auditors Messrs HL Alexander and B Elliott from major banks. The Canberra committee discussed fund operations and potential forwarding actions at a Monday night meeting.
The Sports Girl Quest by Wollar results crown Mere Batty Angle of Wollar as winner of the country division. Mee Connie Rann from Nisin is second, while Dine Ruin Duddleston represents Yas Patriot and places third. Other contenders include Gilgunden Hoptiner and Mint Batty Weston from Cooma, with Mind OBrien and Mim Dawn Dena also noted in the field.
A heated debate in Parliament arose over the appointment of a deputy food controller. Protests centered on the nominee’s lack of experience in primary industries. Wadden and McCracken were cited as key figures, with questions about qualifications and potential impact on food policy and production.
Fragmentary wartime dispatch reports Japan attempting to curry favor with Portugal while New York radio covers political maneuvering. The Portuguese envoy Captain Becostato is cited, with remarks on Timor conditions and an Anglo American propaganda posture.
The Prime Minister Mr Curtin spoke in the House yesterday hinting at a possible mission to London in May. The discussion touched on timing and purpose without firm details.
The report details Cameron accusing Parliament of censorship while claiming interference by Prime Minister backed committees. Curtin notes the committee met first on Thursday night but lacks full access to the report. The dispute centers on alleged contempt of Parliament and the handling of sensitive military tensors. The pleas reference to Adelaide House and Fernament addresses appear in a censored context.
The committee plans to prepare recommendations this week on censorship sources. Their memorandum aims to inform Prime Minister Curtin and intends to widen censorship oversight across regions.
Fragmented records show a parliamentary clash over army poisons regulation and unqualified personnel. Mention of a rail and transport inquiry led by Mr Ward and ministerial responses reveal unresolved tests and dissatisfaction with transit policy and supply controls.
Fragmented OCR text mentions a dispute within the social security committee and attempts to address the rift. Names and exact actions are unclear due to garbled source text. The readable items hint at restructuring or reconciliation efforts involving committee members and procedural steps.
The article describes Sir Earle Page pushing eleven added federal powers covering navigation and shipping land transport water broadcasting drugs and food standards probate and electoral writs. It discusses enlargement of the House of Representatives and Senate and includes quotes from Mr Brereton Mr Calwell and Mr Mewes about constitutional change and postwar implications in Australia.
Sidney reports a major strike crippling production as coke and coal shortages halt operations. About 200,000 workers face layoff across plants while others see reduced hours. officials warn full resumption may wait until Monday. In Wollongong, council approves return-to-work and political tensions flare over mine stoppages. Record coal output claimed at Lithgow amid ongoing disruption.
Mrs Minnie Hatch Med Minnie Match of Canberra and Round Hill, aged about 88, passed away after a long illness in Canberra. She leaves a large family including Fran Gedleich, Jack Alf, and many friends. Funeral details and fullTributes unavailable in the fragment.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions several proper nouns and locations but is largely indecipherable. Readable elements reference Mary Sheehan, Albury, Mason, Mary Riven, and territorial concerns, plus scattered names like Seung Mea and Westangerta. No coherent event or date can be established from the readable fragments.
A newspaper note reports a forecast of a winter coal shortage as the commissioner laments tight supplies. Citizens are urged to conserve as few inventories meet anticipated demand and several households face limited access to fuel.
Fragmented OCR style piece mentions Western Australia, Pacific, defense, and a looming threat. Lacks clear events or dates but references defence of New York, international tension, and military context. Names and places are obscured by garbled text, leaving only scattered geopolitical hints.
A list of names and ranks of air personnel awarded the George Cross and Distinguished Flying Medal for bravery and service. The notices honor pilots including Leading Aircraftmen, Flying Officers, and Warrant Officers across Australia and colonial postings, with mentions of places like East Melbourne and Camden NSW. The report records individual achievements and ceremonial recognition amid wartime service.
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