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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 09, 1946
Page
4
Victorian supply issues and government plans to streamline coal delivery across the state dominate discussions. Miners Federation leader and state ministers weigh actions as talks focus on national regulation and future power needs amid industry strain.
A panel of literary figures was discussed as court advisers to provide literary opinion and potentially summon witnesses. The Attorn General's Department reported to the Minister that cases of alleged misconduct should be tried properly, with evidence reviewed by experts. The Australian Writers and Journalists Association urged timely action, while Mr Weir pledged to refer the eleven concerns to the Government.
Unclear text describes a wool loading dispute affecting ships near Sydney with references to Geelong bales and a possible government intervention if the stalemate continues.
News in brief from Sydney notes talks for a rollover settlement with authorities near LAMD. Reports mention a 000 glaldmann countifentin and coal industry action as unions push for early resolution. In London Norman van 2Hidm qualifies after a Dunlop round and reach in the match play.
Fragmentary text shows a local newspaper item with unclear names and events. Readable elements include scattered proper nouns and potential place names but no complete action or date to confirm a clear report.
Fragmentary weather notes show barometer near 2 mm and times noted for anchor, area, and maximums. Readings include 0 am, 2 pm, and 8 details, with references to Lapa and Pempersine in unclear context.
A fragmented listing titled Own Your Own Home Onley Hours references 203 Auburn Street in Goulburn. Text is partial and lacks complete details on dates, responsibilities, or contact information.
The Canberra Times argues Britain’s withdrawal from Egypt undermines a uniform Middle East policy. It links Arab world ambitions, Palestine immigration, and South Arab relations to Australia’s security and Suez Canal protection, warning of renewed tensions if policy shifts persist.
A February update reports 31 123 Australian service casualties in World War II. The revision adds 227 more deaths since October, noting prisoners of war who died in enemy hands and other unrecorded losses, with totals broken down by army and air force.
Sydney reports show the Minister for Labour and Industry noting a shift in central control. The inquiry cites widespread factory closures and job losses with thousands of workers affected across urban and rural centers.
The minister for Mauention announced revisions to history and geography texts tied to the Belete Schools. The Beogarns section on animals and child life in many lands mentions Italy and India with dated captions. The 1035 written text contains a picture of an Italian boy giving the fascist salute and Britain’s view of India.
Citizens organize against strikes with public protests planned this week. MLA DP MacDonnell announced a movement forming amid tensions in industry and war related hardship, drawing hundreds to apply for membership.
The report notes completion of appointments for Australian High Commissioners. Misimtgy for Externe and Arrangements link to Mawih Africa. Mr. A F Cutler VC will assume duties as Australian Mind Commissioner in Rive and New Bee lant. Makin states two posts aim to complete Australian representation in Commonwealth nations.
Auckland reports indicate Prime Minister frames urgency on increased output as workers threaten distribution slowdowns. He asserts government stability could be endangered if industrial action continues, stressing a national push for labor productivity amid political tensions.
The report outlines Australia’s food saving program for relief overseas, detailing meat and dairy outputs, exports to Britain, and estimated farm Acreage. It notes peak meat production in 1945-43, frozen meat exports in early 1946, and projections for 1946-47 with a government goal of 18 500 500 tons of grain. It cites Department of External Affairs guidance and forecasts for butter, meat, and sugar conservation and overseas shipments to Britain.
Fragmented OCR notes indicate a wartime wanted list item referencing Japanese individuals on a wanted list by a department of information. The text is garbled but suggests a bulletin dated around wartime and mentions forces, war era actions, and an attorney or official in charge.
In a wartime dispatch the official announces £786,000 worth of Argentinian canned meat to be shipped to Europe as aid. The item is described as destined for Uala with a public information chief from ULMJURA confirming the plan. The shipment is said to come from the Commonwealth and be offered through RACAL.
A report to the Attorney-General finds unsteady conditions in Canberra liquor trade and enforcement. It recommends strict police action to detect offences, partial hours changes, and reopening the Alnais Motel bar to serve residents. The advisory council urges public support, new penalties, and a vote aligned with New South Wales polling to fix licensing hours and regulations.
The council debated a motion to seek a poll on liquor control under the territorial ordinance. The aim was to determine public will by ballot and to review potential changes to permit rules and quotas, with input from the advisory council and ministerial guidance.
Perth broadcast quotes Prime Minister Forde denouncing industrial hold ups amid vital production plans and social cost. He urges conciliation and arbitration while warning of direct action and strained families as government prepares for nationwide reforms and emergency measures.
Acting Prime Minister Forde stated immigration will be expanded with a closer settlement scheme. He announced ships will bring about 70,000 migrants annually to Western Australia and Queensland will receive more, aiming to balance settlement and defense needs.
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