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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 11, 1948
Page
2
A garbled OCR fragment references an unclear dispute or misread names and dates. It mentions pent and an agreement but lacks coherent facts, making precise summary difficult. No identifiable persons or organizations can be reliably named from the readable text.
Fragmented OCR text notes Labour's defeat in Tasmania with garbled names and unclear details. It references figures and officials, including a former secretary, but the exact actions and entities are obscured. The item appears as a partial political briefing with missing connections and dates.
A string of eight robberies over the weekend struck London grocers and retailers. Thefts included cash, tobacco, and goods, with losses totaling around £2,000. Police investigations are underway as authorities urge witnesses to come forward.
Fragmentary weather bulletin for Canberra with unreadable time stamps and scattered figures. Partial readings show temperatures around 61 and 420 before noon, with unclear phrases about wind, rain, and conditions. unreadable units and locations render specifics uncertain.
Ambitious Canberra development is urged with a target of about 40 000 residents within ten years. Critics argue the Commonwealth lacks coherent civil administration and must reform ministerial capacity, or Canberra will face restrictive growth and weak civic expression.
A fragmented dispatch reports renewed American requests to buy wool, noting Australia and South Africa trade trends. It states America’s demand could strengthen prices, with projections of higher end use and shifts in global supply.
A government report shows liquor offences doubled in the leer strike period with 89 offences recorded February to June 1947 and 190 in a similar 1948 window. Drunkenness, disorderly conduct, public drunkenness, and drink driving were cited, with officials noting population factors behind the increase.
A municipal department unveils a motor vehicle and sidecar designed for parcel deliveries and automatic telephone exchanges. Officials say the vehicle will be used for express parcel deliveries and related communications tasks on Canberra streets.
The trial centers on a £110 loan between named individuals and the alleged false evidence given to a jury. Testimony details the borrowing, repayment claims, and a disputed wedding claim, with the crown suggesting forged papers and the defendant denying intent to deceive. The judge remarks on how the case should proceed amid conflicting statements.
Melbourne Monday reports a Federation conference where Mr Sparks warns that currency restrictions and wartime controls distort international trade. He says nations must buy cheaper currencies in markets that will trade, risking economic dangers if they default or devalue.
The record notes subscriptions totaling 11,000 under the AC T loan act. Bankin Fantome is mentioned in relation to the extension of the act, with details indicating expected oversubscription and related expenditures.
Residents of Turner and nearby sections complain of flooding and poor drainage after storms. They urge the Department of Works to provide drains and footpaths, blaming lack of labor and unavailable materials for delays. Local officials acknowledge the need but say the department lacks manpower and services to proceed quickly.
Monday reports state Liberals aim to amalgamate with the Country Party. Spooner said the State Liberal men sought closer ties and a joint council to coordinate activities, with only a few rural candidates likely to back such a plan after the recent federal elections.
Counting in the Coogee by election continued with no new figures. About 450 female votes remain to be counted and are unlikely to alter the lead of the usual main candidate, Kevin Biles. The AGP executive has contacted the Kogarah by election for nomination following the death of Mr. W. Cursey. Liberal nominations close May 21.
Ward concedes a letter contained incorrect information and discusses the context with ministers and officials. He recalls details of December correspondence, mentions a potential letter to Forshaw, and denies drafting other material while defending his role over New Guinea matters. The hearing adjourned to Monday for further examination.
Opposition figure Dir Lawler criticizes Canberra control in a Queensland referendum context. Mr Mensiee notes leadership shifts and questions the Labor government stance on the reform while commenting on recent campaigning themes.
Sir Laurence Olivier will attend the Australian premiere of a Hamlet film in Sydney in July. The event coincides with other royal film premiere plans and will feature Aly Sup phos stars and notable cast members in London and Melbourne events.
The Agricultural Association annual meeting at Halleat discussed last year's E629 funding and a 6 development scheme. Officers, committees, and subcommittee names were listed, with votes on expenses and works around pavillony and fencing.
Mr Fadden spoke against a referendum on rent control, urging the protection of state power and criticising federal administration. He contrasted Victorian and Queensland claims with the federal Labor government, arguing the referendum would threaten price controls and inflation while favoring political convenience.
A fragmented report describes a pastoral survey across regions including Barkly Tableland and Gulf Country. It notes aims to assess agricultural potential, surveying 30,000 to 100,000 square miles and involving Canberra Rotary and local authorities. Notes uncertain wording and partial names.
The report notes declines in wool by 1.7 percent and a decrease of 15 percent in pink, with overall price shifts including 0.2 to 4.2 percent changes. Meat and other categories showed varied movements, while overall export price indices differ from March values and suggest year to year trends for 1998-30.
Revenue for the year shows a buoyant trend with total receipts around £597,000,000. Estimates for the year include £48,018,000 in profit moves and streamed gains from curtains as totals reach £345,428,000 by the end of the quarter.
Darwin representatives at the Repatriation Commission helped an ex-serviceman buy a motorized lawn mower aid that could be used for a special shooting. The Postwar Reconstruction Department alleged that ex-serviceman Norm Bik Aon and a companion remitted £290 in ten weeks for a shooting venture.
The article notes a commemorative opening ceremony with students and official figures present, marking a holiday observance. It mentions demonstrations and shows of unity tied to the occasion, with focus on school groups and officials in what appears to be a regional commemoration.
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