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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 16, 1944
Page
3
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A trainee aircraft crash near Mall Om Ramayan Puplt in Melbourne resulted in the death of instructor Pilghtea lon Walker Sontgoery Mortimore of Mosman New and serious injuries to Arthur Fite Haydinge Biund.
Weather reports note scattered rains easing drought fears while long dry spells threaten feed stock. Officials warn continued wet spells are needed to sustain growth ahead of winter, with agriculture and dairy interests watching forecasts closely amid damage from recent storms.
The government announced the removal of the prohibition on the importation of corsets and similar garments, signaling a shift in policy. The move, reported Monday, reflects changes under the ministry overseeing trade and fashion imports.
In Sydney on Monday the Minister for Commerce announced the appointment of Vegetable Jomumittse to study production and marketing problems. The committee will include representatives from food control, price commissions, and industry departments to address wartime supply and distribution concerns. At Glewcenter Park a Saturday meeting drew hundreds for questioning in a probe into militaryProvouts rotting actions.
A late night electrical storm rocks Dee Why as a fire ball tears plaster in a hallway and blows out walls. Arthur Presnell, the poller, and others describe a terrific crack that shook the house while a sheet of flame flew through the corridor. Weather Bureau notes the storm was unusually severe and violent thunderclaps accompanied the wind.
The Hobart office drew prize numbers for the War Service Funds Consultation event. Principal winners include No 43,445 W. Linen. No 103,224 A. Hughes of Hobart. No 05,880 Sindeiy’e Mie Busan Ayoub. No 130,248 F. Grail rey of New Town Tam. No 200 No 308 J. P. Halligan. No 147 248 Wyre Street Baliarat, with multiple prizes and locations noted in Victoria and Tasmania.
In Auckland Mrs R Kees, aged twenty one, welcomed a set of triplets over the weekend. One child arrived Saturday and the other two yesterday. Weighs and sexes are not clearly recorded in the fragment.
The government announced 50 000 pounds in drought relief, with an additional 1000 pounds allotted to supplement funds already set aside. Premier Str McKiyl cited previous allocations totaling 22 000 pounds over years. Applicants may access advances under the drought relief scheme at 1 percent interest with repayment arranged, to help cereal producers, orchardists, dairy farmers, and potato growers facing reduced harvests.
Officials in Albury tightened travel control under interstate transport regulations. Prospective travelers face scrutiny as authorities seek to prevent misuse of identity documents to reach Melbourne. The Commonwealth Director of Transport described the issue as serious and pledged continued enforcement.
A portal ballot is set to decide if locomotive enginemen nationwide will strike to press for better working conditions and pay. Members of the Locomotive Engineman Union prepare to vote as the union seeks stronger terms and unity among crews in Melbourne and other cities.
A general meeting of parents regarding the welfare of the 2nd and 5th Canberra Troops is set for the Methodist Hall Canberra on Wednesday May 17. Also notices of mortgage auctions by Woodgears and Calthorpe Limited on May 26 at 2 30 pm, listing blocks in Kingston and Northbourne area with residences, and invitations for youth applications in Canberra Times with address details and contact points.
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