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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 29, 1944
Page
2
An unclear OCR fragment references relatives and a guardian figure named George and Raers. The scattered names hint at a family notice or obituary context, with no firm dates or places readable. The readable bits suggest a personal notice about kinship or care arrangements rather than a full event.
In a sprawling session leaders discussed civil aviation, wartime supply, and public messaging. Ministers announced plans to release copper wire, review paper distributions, and boost primary production with new controls.
In a high court session, Er Marwick KC argued that the 220 fia act exceeded royal powers and challenged four premier orders as beyond the constitution. The crown contended the act remained within powers, with adjournment noted after public bar attendance dwindled and other procedural points were raised.
A historical discussion critiques the Australian War Memorial project noting cost cutting and cheap materials. It argues the memorial should honor veterans with enduring, high quality design and materials, calling for expert oversight to prevent future defects and ensure fitting symbolism.
Canberra Community Hospital Board members met the Minister at Parliament House to discuss no changes to the existing board, while an amendment to the Hospital Board Ordinance was signaled for consideration at the next meeting. Health Minister Senator Fraser and Interior Minister Senator Galling inspected the new hospital wing and noted inadequate provisions for deliveries in the maternity ward.
The Opposition in the Mamate plans to back amendments to the taxation bill. Senators McLeny and other critics challenge the government’s tax increase and argue that the bill would unfairly burden the general taxpayer. The parliamentary committee report is under dispute as some members abstained, and the debate was adjourned.
A confused fragment references miners and a face-to-face confrontation tied to an ash pit setting. It mentions a Tuesday and a Supreme Court ruling, and alludes to price control programs and emergency measures, with unclear names and places.
The Gowrie Scholarship Trust Fund extends the deadline for donations to support contributors and supporters. Notable benefactors include Mrs E Holl and Mr and Mrs Mo, with renewed pledges from Renawwledgred vm and George Rian.
Brimbleane, Tusmtey. Two escaped servicemen, Durwood Holbrook and Wallace Rowleng, were recaptured by military police at Burleigh Meade. They appeared in City Court on charges of theft valued at over a hundred. They told police the escape began at a boarding house room. Police search for three other servicemen who broke from detachment by cutting through an iron bar in a window.
The Mihinter for the anves lay alleges a full towemagstio would be made as charges of tyre waste amounting to pounds worth are investigated. A secretary of the GE Worker Committee asserts tyres were dying in the open and the Allied Works manager refused to hear a petition causing a parliamentary inquiry to be raised.
Offshore regions including Australia New Zealand and Norway plan extended whale mating window from November 24 to March 24. Inbound batches total 16 000 catches limited to 170 000 fish units.
The fourth ABC report to Parliament details recommendations by the Commission on allowing an overseas press partnership and extending ABC news gathering to regional Australia. It argues news competition serves the community and France US? The majority supports keeping the ABC’s reporting range and possibly arranging tests with foreign papers for broader coverage.
The Lady Gowrie opened the Ane CH bert a Church kindergarten with dignitaries including John Minteri, Senator Collings, and Col. Nodjoon in attendance. She praised training for children as essential for future reform and urged broader attendance as the new building was unveiled.
A heated discussion over tinpot regulation controls centers on supply constraints and price protection. Senators Keane and others criticize the distribution limits, noting 80,000 tinware items sent to Queensland and warnings of malration.
Four bills were approved by the House, including a tax measure aimed at extending taxation to entertainment venues and places such as Taronga Park. The proceedings referenced education, national standards, and opposition questions while noting the main objective to bring Wel club activities within the tax scope. Deputy Lauzaarini and other officials were cited in the discussions.
The House paused over a pension provision amid division on a proposed amendment to repeal a sentence on pension payments. Speaker Hanes led votes against changes as supporters urged reform, while wind and weather notes appeared in the Canberra briefing.
A Welfare Council meeting featured sharp division over leadership posts with one vote margins. Nominated officers included president Mr White and secretary Mr Moore, amid talks on timetable disputes and urgent budget matters.
A report outlines changes in the Australian High Command with ministerial influence. John Laverack is noted for leading the Military Mission to India while Lieut General V. A. Birudee and others receive temporary promotions to command roles. Major General FH Bovyaman is named to led the Second Australian Army in a reshuffled HQ structure.
In Sydney on Tuesday the Bill to amend the Bist Electoral Law was before the Legislative Assembly. Leader of the Country Party Mr Brusner urged alignment of electoral booths at CCC camp. He moved an amendment to disallow booths while supporting votes for armed forces and BT votes to 21. The bill passed with amendments.
Political figures pledged support to leaders tasked with handling applications, then relieved BCB of duties in the process. The move involves senior officials and shifts responsibilities to newly appointed overseers to streamline processing.
The ACT Loan Committee accepts a challenge from the Goulburn committee in New South Wales. Canberra vows to pursue the loan terms and participate in the fundraising effort. Details remain unclear due to damaged text and fragmented phrases.
A deputation from Hall urged provision of a water supply. They argued lack of labor and material delays hinder progress. A plan claimed to cost 423,900 was discussed, with a proposal to appoint an experienced officer to consult residents for possible temporary arrangements.
The Premier Dunstan condemned Labour’s plans at a United Country Ports conference, alleging the government seeks power through bureaucracy and economic strain. He warned that increased expenditure harms primary producers and property ownership while urging a shift toward greater freedom and democracy.
In a wartime context, engineers faced control concerns and a shift of personnel to peacetime industry. A speaker from the Institute of Papinesre Ait Fora urged redirecting skilled workers to Western Australian development. The discussion warned against repeating past missteps and emphasized practical minds to revive orderly progress.
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