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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 04, 1948
Page
2
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A local goods dealer reports an unusual bidding mix up at a recent sale. The incident involved repeated bids and an unclear winning offer, prompting staff to pause further bidding and review the auction records for clarity.
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The readable fragments reference numbers and names, including 690 BPI and Bead Tor Sa and a tower line. It remains unclear, but hints at a place or measurement. No clear person or organization fully identifiable. Further context needed to form a proper card.
The Canberra Times reports on a large scale water and river management proposal affecting the Canberra district. Plans discuss extending infrastructure at multiple sites including Wikghseny and Jone rivers, with emphasis on preventing flooding, protecting canals, and supporting aquatic ecosystems while examining funding and timing.
Fragmentary report notes a wartime loan or purchase involving bases at Le land Bay and other locations. It mentions a potential 300 million dollar sum and references ships or equipment, with unclear source names and details due to damaged text.
The Prime Minister held talks with several firms about increasing Netherlands petroleum production. Unisey stated negotiations are advancing. The discussions covered potential collaboration with equipment makers for oil recovery operations.
The plan would not deny income tax relief for medicine purchases under the scheme. The health minister states deductions may apply. chemists would receive payment from the Commonwealth Health Department via a formulary covering about 96 percent of patient needs. Outpatients and hospital wards would be affected similarly, with doctors and private patients benefiting if doctors join.
An American buyer purchased a Corriedale ram described as grand in carcass, wide fleece, strong bone and good feet. Despite being only three months old, the ram shows size and conformation. The sale involved multiple buyers and notable names, with emphasis on stud value and quality fleece.
Britain seeks to protect inventors and foster ideas by a Lords bill creating a National Research Development Corporation under the Board of Trade with up to five million pounds in borrowing. The body would develop public research inventions and acquire rights from discoveries lacking backing, ensuring British inventors retain value and patents stay local.
Fragmented OCR notes discuss Trae and Palecine toe retary and eight members. Mentions Australia stance and a pending agreement not yet made, with unclear context and sequence of events.
In the report the maternity show decreased from the previous year and March 1 figures indicate a lower level of activity. The data references figures for Saree payments and tenant service metrics, with a comparative drop noted against the prior period.
A Canberra snap of reports from the Associated Chambers of Commerce meeting notes urges boosting output through manpower incentives and tax adjustments to raise living standards. Mr Spelman said resolutions may go before Commonwealth and State governments, with Wilkin due back in Canberra tomorrow.
The Prime Minister discussed whether AUR tralim would earn dollars from offshore purchases under the Barghall Plan for sid 10 Suro. He indicated Australia aims for earnings to match expenditure while acknowledging a remaining deficit. Possibilities of a floating loan from the American market or the IMF were considered.
Britain calls five thousand students to join a national scheme organized by the Ministry of Agriculture. They aim to provide half a million man hours of agricultural labor including harvesting and fruit-picking. Students will work under normal pay and conditions on land reclamation and town development projects as part of a broader effort.
Fragmentary notes describe wartime math efforts by British and American scientists to calculate bomber paths and anti air defenses. Key figures include Comrie and German researchers testing predictive tables, wind, range, and beam data for city bombing campaigns and new pyrotechnic bombs.
Fragmentary OCR note mentions an Al Dee number and cites authority and duty. Details are unreadable, with unclear context and missing names or dates. The readable portion signals an official or administrative citation but lacks concrete actions or end dates.
Readable fragments show excise revenue rising with 411,800 for March and 9,100,000 for April. The 18 month current financial year nears 31 million pounds in revenue, with a full year outlook around 36 million. Cabinet debate considers tax reductions next year, including possible income tax cuts and company tax relief, with schemes tied to lower income, wage tax cuts, and pension adjustments.
Details of the Gloster 14/6 jet fighter, nicknamed Glowter KA44, emerge after a delayed prototype test at an aerodrome. Powered by a Rolls Royce Nene, the aircraft resembles the F28/38 and may enter RAF service after demonstrations at a Flying Display.
The article argues that lower rents in the Western states stem from historically lower income, not policy. Victorian Premier Liberal leaders blame rent controls in South Australia and Victoria, while Mr. Lemmon accuses them of opportunism to raise rents. He claims SA and Victoria have waited for a chance, fearing Commonwealth intervention to block rent hikes.
At the request of the Royal Canadian Air Force a Percival Prentice seat trainer will undergo tests in Canada. The cold weather trials near Edmonton and Whiton Cape have yielded favorable comments as the trainer is prepared for handover to the Directorate of Training for further testing and eventual use in aircrew training.
Country bowlers will decide the nglea pair and tours championship at Ashburton pm with the draw at 9 pm posted by local organizer. Officials aim to crown champions in a weekend program featuring notable competitors and emerging talents from the area.
The report details high winds up to 58 mph and widespread damage as towns across the region endure floods. Rescue efforts continue with hundreds displaced and power losses affecting thousands of homes and services. Aircraft evacuations occur, and bystanders search for the missing amid scattered debris and washed away infrastructure. The Macquarie and Great Western Highway areas suffer severe disruption as residents cope with ongoing danger.
Fragmentary text outlines a City of Sydney Risteddfod event with entry figures, dates from September to October, and references to content, venues, and participants. The legible segments mention associations with Australia and New Zealand, and possible house arrangements or entries.
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