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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 09, 1944

Page

2

Evacuation and Fire Accident Reported in Melbourne

A fragmentary report describes an evacuation and an explosion at a Melbourne location involving several workers. Names include Herbert Lankie and Allan Willans Tucker. The incident left workers burned with compensation sought in court and a separate tram injury case listing Lily Curtis and Trioxpart.

Jamin Herbert Lankie Allan Willans Tucker Ware Ronatto KOK Sydney Dariingouret Lily Curtis Diatier Court Lnday

Atlantic Charter aims for postwar cooperation and employment

An optimistic view of postwar collaboration is outlined by Alfred Davidson who travels to Australia. He argues Britain America Russia and China must cooperate with Britain and the Commonwealth to secure employment and wider trade, reduce fears of famine and war, and restore individual initiative and prosperity.

Auckland Alfred Davidson Australia New Zealand Britain America Ruamix Chine Alfred

Australians in Libya Only Half Equipped

Lieutenant General Philip Neame VC said Britain’s army is receiving better equipment as he compared current conditions to the Libyan campaign where an Australian Division in Cyprus faced Rommel’s counter offensive with only half trained and half equipped. He noted shortages in transport and anti aircraft guns and cited ad hoc Allied formations under his command.

London Sandys Genstal Philip] Neame Whien Elurion Bia Cyrennien Romayel Tranoport Amati Andy

Royal Air Force Awards Honor Courage Across BAAY

The Govawsraene wl we appro ach meven aveurda tt members of the BAAY for courage, akill and dee vuen ty ty ins ihe Heady west Proto aree The awards are Bars co prec ys FLYIN ROS Squadron Leader Herken Cherener Plenty. at Warnertown. Distinguished Flying Cross Acting Wing Commander Sofi falehey tid Poorvoumin. 1) Sani Lechet Pryderiol Robert Maguire AWC. of Bydney 1NSWy Reineigh Lieutenant Gal e Travern Adams of Laige BAY 1%.A.1 ACMNg. Pug Lieutenant ATRAF Wateon Badger of Refion iB A) Warrant ther Guldon Lele Bigod of Talem Bend 8. Warrant Officer George Puli Spen cer Brow of Dromane Vic.

The Govawsraene Wl Meven Aveurda Tt Baay For Courage Akill Dee Vuen Heady West Herken Cherener Plenty Warnertown Distinguished Flying Cmmunler Sofi Falehey Tid Poorvoumin Sani Lechet Pryderiol Robert Maguire AWC Bydney George Puli Spencer Brow Dromane (Vic. Oe

Penicillin by the Tankful in Wartime Lab Advances

A garbled report notes penicillin production expanding from scarce experimental amounts to millions of units daily in wartime laboratories. The text mentions the U S Army hospital system and large scale distribution, highlighting rapid scale up and medical use during conflict.

War strain in New Zealand then Australia a report

The Canberra Times reports on wartime strain among New Zealand primary producers and Australian workers. New Zealand Prime Minister and officials noted weariness after four hard years, with married workers and housewives bearing heavy burdens and calls for more sympathy and study of long term effects.

Canberra Eh Zealand Barclay New Zeland New Zealand New Zealera Australia Aehieh Atven

Australia Faces Big Subscriptions Boost For War Loan

A chaotic rally period reports strong public support for war bond subscriptions across Australian states. Authorities cite substantial new inflows from Victoria New South Wales South Australia and other regions with banks struggling to process applications. Officials note thousands of new subscriptions and expect further gains as campaigns continue through the weekend.

Goon Banfield Svumber New Bath Wates Victoria Queensland South Australia Weat Australia Tasmania Cven New Bouth Wales Yin Wa Atagved

Goulburn Leads Canberra in Loan Applications

Canberra and Goulburn filed loan applications yesterday, bringing the total to 132? give or take, with Goulburn reporting 835 applications. Canberra totals reached £108,420 and Goulburn £468,820, including £40,000 from a Government body. The latest £2,000 loan came from the ACT Gowrie Scholarship Trust Fund.

Canberra Mubecelbert Goilburn Goulburn Tkte A.C.T Gowrie

Migration debate dominates Dominions summit agenda

London correspondent notes British press coverage on migration and de population concerns shaping theDominions' agenda for the Prime Ministers Conference. The Herald Tribune warns that Premier Churchill aims to place migration policy high on the agenda amid industrial worker movements and economic pressures.

London Damintona Une Daily Prucognatul Nolkra F. Saue R Fraser New York Herald Trigune Chuerhitl Pomme

JMU Delmgt Aion In Canada Headed by AI Fred Multh

Fragmentary report notes Avwtraihin Prene Date Prtlon sailing to Canada. Led by AI Fred Multh, the delegation arrived amid unspecified military activity. Details are unclear due to damaged text.

JMU Delmgt AION Canada Colombia Prtlon Ait Fred Auakration Prana

Unclear excerpt from historical notice page

Fragmentary OCR text mentions Sydney and London datelines with distorted names. It references a Dublin correspondent and possible trade notes, but readable facts are minimal and names are garbled. The piece lacks a coherent event or identifiable subjects to summarize clearly.

Auternat Cabinet Start Tied to New Guinea Notes

Fragmentary report from Monday notes a cabinet start and preparations tied to recent events in New Guinea. Mention appears to involve Ayoney and Bratten stations with limited readable names and terms.

Ayoney New Guinea Capita No Nore Pome Terai

Post War Powers Problem in Melbourne Debated

Unclear fragments discuss post war powers and the Commonwealth. Mentions government roles, accounting, and potential support on economic controls and pricing issues amid unsettled conditions. Names and places are obscured by OCR errors.

Curtin Voices Allied Resolve Behind British War Effort

The interview with Mr. Curtin emphasizes Australian support for Britain and the United States in World War II. He praises Allied unity, highlights the gallantry of Australian and American forces, and stresses Australia’s duty to sustain and expand British institutions and human wealth. He notes the broader Commonwealth duty and foresees continued Anglo American coordination in the Pacific theater.

Curtual Eiien Curtin Tached Baltary Porcas Troms Blamey Fm Anandan Naval Costall Britain Australia Sen Australie Curtis Carmen Keltish Miehalin Amsuralia Pecuplee Britten Commonwealth Affairs Alitalia Gderataa Nedane Ula Elao United Satlone Steolt Mgalnet Barricruthlewn Jalan Ubercamundera Cralla Japahear Dir

Juniors Shine At School Concert In Three Acts

The junior and senior performers delivered a varied program featuring vocal solos, choir works, and a Tyrolean folk dance. Highlights included Vasilia Margetis singing Linden Lea, an Anglo-Presidian one act Circe, and a lively pantomime with Dery Mille leading Mrs Chalmonsteley.

Rannure Benoot Lord Dungeny Peaglet Hirh Bcheat Mise Heth Twe Mc. Gilhome Mised Winn Purcell Offentach R. Bray J. Kein N C. Clapsoni Chelle Aumarre Aia iParry Madrigal Fletcher Vasilia Margetisave Linden Lea Swise Flumalay Pragante Myrin Greeon Kom Joan Bruck Panders Cut Pluty Persephone Neptune America Bourdet Gode Bar Jongue Lausse Arai Atrumg Goo Taylors Nancy Towart Leuibert van Mork Davia Thomas Circe Mra Lun McCunville Chier Dekker Bob Freeman David White David Clapson Kevin Ken Whigham Keith Hawk Jorge Kronicoff George Ogilvie George Christie Marti Frederick Bert Cov Ann McKingon Aileen Rowe June Huser

Collusion Over Names and Family Attends Funeral

A confused report notes a family gathering after a death with mentions of CollFyson, Bilsbane, Monnay, Cathay Hames, Stervlig Vilativer, and the Goodas Menta Dia Identical. The fragmentary text references a legal file, relatives, and a memorial in Wiscover with limited clear details.

Bilsbane Monnay Goodas Menta Cathay Hames Wml Stervlig Vilativer Mens Wiscover Waler Thal Shell Wkatill

Unclear fragment hints at imperial policy and Curtin government

The text appears as a garbled excerpt referencing Prime Minister Curtin and Australian policy. It mentions acceptance by Kvit and other Dorminiana of Aus, a United Ratime theatre, and plans tied to imperial and Pacific theater dynamics. The readability is too damaged to extract a coherent event or outcome.

Turkey Talis London Ankurn Rusia Sampire Britain America Axia Angoment Germany Krieg Yreak Alan Empire Bultaly Curtin Mani Aeple Conterrace Kvita Dorminiana Aust Pitcifie Australia

Lend Lease Costs and Supplies Discussed by Mr. Denby

Mr Denby detailed wartime lend lease figures and projected aid to Allied nations. He cited monthly provisions totaling about 1 000 million dollars and described blanket and parcel deliveries to Australia and other allies. The discussion touched on war time and postwar patterns for mutual aid and technical lessons.

Lindod Wadena Charm Dealey Ellen America Denby United State Astras Atherica

Censorship Becomes Cabinet Issue In London Conference

Ambiguous report outlines a cabinet discussion on censorship and media control. The meeting in London addressed potential actions tied to theater patrons and public communications as authorities weigh responses to political tensions.

More "B" Batteries for Radio Sets Reported

Report notes an increase in "B" batteries supplied for civilian wireless receivers. The Ministry of Munk Jone plans to design a new battery to meet full defence service requirements. Monthly wireless AI battery production reportedly exceeds nine months earlier levels, but civilian supply remains insufficient for tests.

Ministry of Munk Jone Defence Services Wallabie EGC Cere

Government urged to clarify manpower policy after war

A dated report conveys strong calls from Mr Harrison and others for the Government to declare its postwar manpower plan. Questions focus on employment, incentives, and whether central control would ease transition. The piece notes a survey of forty workers and involvement of the Manpower deputy, with debate on civilian lists, Allied labor, and CCC guidance.

Ryoney Caliouanrag Harrison Tate Goversaal C.C.C Alalea Bellemore

Rotary Club Leadership Change in Canberra Area

In Canberra the Canpeda Rotary CW De. FW appoints Chemonta as president. The night event named officers including Vice President Dr. Clyds, Treasurer Mr. Charles Midsa, and members John to Bvt E. Extiick and P MeGovern, with additional committee roles discussed.

Chemonta Han Bee Rotary Ci Canberra Ommanen Clyds . Reumurer Charles Midsaary Bir Witliast Dinter An Tneibers Menarn John E. Extiick P & MeGovern

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