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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 21, 1946

Page

2

Funeral notice for Allan Leslie and family names

Relatives of Graham and Mrs HOR Graham and ean Ras of Bouynondera Berea Pista are invited to attend the funeral at the Methodist Church Beit noon after service to Canterbury General Cemetery. Fraceport Pus will leave Uv Ghuwh to follow the funeral cortege. Motor Funeral (Cauberyn) 140.

Hor Graham Andean Ras Bouynondera Berea Pista Ford Allan Leslie Beit Canteryn Cematery Mathodiot Porthon Fraceport Pus Motor Funerals Cauberyn Adpe Mo O'Mtourke Crawford Mtupanbeyny

40 Hour Week Claim Hearing Adjourned to Wednesday

A chaotic fragment reports a 40 hour week claim hearing before the Arbitration Court in Melbourne. The hearing was adjourned to Wednesday as details about Mrs Drake Brockman were noted. The text is garbled but mentions Mrs Drake Brockman, her death, and intense interest in the case.

Melbourn Weday Jude Drake Brockman Mra Drake-shrocksman Andrew Elaine Kree

Canberra Convert To Estelle Peters

A fragmented text in garbled diction references Canberra and Estelle Peters with mentions of music and a public figure. The passage appears as a stylized civic or literary note, but its meaning is unclear and many terms are distorted. It lacks coherent events or a clear newsworthy outcome.

Weather Cleared After Weekend Gale in Sydney

A fragile, garbled weather report notes a weekend gale over Sydney with mentions of winds, a meteorologist named Newman Tosynth and a figure Brow reporting a northward shift. The text references tablelands and central regions, with services between Sydney, Sedma, and Meth appearing disrupted. The fragmentary OCR hints at bracing conditions and renewed activity along the coast.

Waidh Newman Iuil Rat Houra Brow Cevkral Servins Nyitney Sedma Meth Bruing Avery

Weather Forecast Jumbled Notice From Coastal Station

Fragmentary forecast text mentions winds and coastal conditions with inland gusts and unclear place names. Reads as a damaged weather brief with possible regional references and timing not decipherable.

Canberra Weather Report With Regional Readings

Weather bulletin from Canberra notes barometer and temperature readings across regions. The report lists towns including Goulburn Yass Cooma Queanbeyan and Dungowan with figures for 24 and 48 hour periods along with minor variations in wind and humidity.

Turbulent Debate Over Royal Military College Report

Canberra Times reports a controversial wartime study on the Royal Military College. Editorials warn the report distorts postwar planning, urging balanced reforms aligned with Australian Army interests.

Vague Diplomatic Arrivals From Canberra Stir Rumors

Unclear notes mention Lieutenant and adviser roles with Belton ministry links, ministers and spouses arriving at Government House Canberra from Froland. References to Major Miller and Major-general Miller Chile confuse identities as royal attendance at events with Her Royal Highness presence remains uncertain.

Belton Ministry of Supply Mlasion Wopament Moun Canberr Charles Salley

Governor General Visit to Newcastle

Ruptured OCR text describes a Governor General visiting Newcastle with a royal procession to the Royal Hights and a public welcome. It mentions Alderman Nurs, arrival by Royal Harborm, and attendance of several local firms and workers. The report notes planned receptions, speeches, and industry showcasing in Newcastle and nearby Canberra.

Courts Unable to Deal with Housing Claims in Sydney Burwood

Court adjourns housing tenancy hearings across Manly Burwood amid War Regulations causing random adjournments. Owners face expense as applicants delay action. High Court regulation critique voiced by Heal Estate Institute leader. Local benches report disruption and vacancy risk as cases await rulings.

Sydney Peraantal Emiphy Krusee Manly Burwood Heal Eatate Institute 1300 Atone Mata

Union Secretary Denies Chaos In Industry

Adelaide report quotes Monney and Wright denying chaos in the industry union scene. The secretary rebuts claims of turmoil amid labor government tension and the sheet metal and agricultural implement sector.

Adelaide Monney Chitinad Gilkvy Chaoy Indaatria

Man Pleads to Public Assault Charge in Parramatta

John Cooper, 24, appeared at the Parramatta Quarter Sessions today and pleaded guilty to a public assault on February 17. Evidence showed he struck his wife, resulting in police involvement. Judge Portland remanded him for sentencing and potential terms of imprisonment.

Ayonney Ston Fay John Cooper Crown Hat Ala AW Palace Parranutts Fett Hii Cooper Abe Bhortland Tinund Cooper Ovey

West Africa air surveys under colonial project

A central survey initiative by Colonial Office and France aims to carry out high altitude air reconnaissance over West Africa. aircraft plan flights from about 10 000 feet to cover a large area as part of a joint development effort. reconnaissance teams have begun activities ahead of a planned end of week deployment.

Siitages West Africa Omer Anal France Chhonial Development Air Wetter Fund Rix Landsters

Grocers Confused By Sales Tax Cut

Unclear orders and conflicting guidance confuse grocers over a sales tax reduction. Industry groups report disrupted pricing and rebate delays as reform impacts staple items and consumer prices.

Churches urged to seek peace by World Council of Churches

ACF committees urge churches to promote peace and oppose atomic weaponry, urging positive cooperation with the World Council of Churches. The declaration calls for universal Christian respect among religions, humanitarian acts, and a cooperative stance against violence, urging nations to embrace prayerful restraint and dialogue.

Hallowell Jean Ace Magione World Council of Churcher Chern Ryland Gampel John Luke Iniaienier Ny Shoud Eaodwitt Hantan Advierr Nation The World Council

Rural Centre Services Urged by Royal Commission

The seventh report on rural amenities urges first essentials in country centers. It calls for reliable water, electricity, drainage, housing, hospitals, maternity care, and welfare services, plus expanded dental and medical care, nutrition boards, and refrigerated storage to support rural communities.

Royal Reconstruction Cenkrva Hehiol Medical Service Sliania Tooro Norvier Eta Domeati

Canberra Park Pioneer Reunion Honors Mrs Winter Birthday

A Canberra Park reunion celebrated Mrs Winter on her birthday with more than 40 attendees. The party honored Mrs Winter while noting family ties to Mr Williams Winter and the Appleby family, with guests from Sydney and nearby towns.

Caerberre John's Church Canberra Atlan Knendoth Gemxa Campoell Uh Teren Faney Glign Lwa Ware Pernann Janeen Wara Ar Willen A.C Appleby Dodo Highwey Aknes Ban Tien Gretrade Yak Wentsidge Muragca Dunne Brothers Slatera David Winter Yuas William Winter Foyramatta Rhusmach Kenitworn Tuas Mya Ashurmach

Victory Day Parade for Canberra on Monday June 10

A Victory Day parade will be held in Canberra on Monday June 10 with army and auxiliary units to participate. The event will involve armed forces and associated groups coordinating marching and security duties ahead of the main proceedings in the morning.

Capherre Vm Jareangemonte Rianohex Hyrep Matumedt

Miners Demand State Control of Industry

In Sydney reports move by miners to seize official power over the industry. The text outlines plans discussed with party leaders and Parliament to redirect control to state authorities, signaling a major shift in labor policy and industrial governance.

Victoria Labour Senate Ballot Names Reported

A fragmented clipping lists Victorian Labour Senate candidates including A B Mewlansan and Devin, with unclear affiliations and note of a haunting event. The garbled text mentions May and Mulan ule, implying a local political filing or event surrounding the pre-nomination ballot and a planned appearance at a gathering.

Vorde Defends Settlement Of Dumping Dispute

Mr Vorde defends a settlement in a dumping dispute amid allegations of market impact and buyer concerns. He notes industry tensions, potential damages to wool, and ongoing talks with authorities while dismissing worst claims and stressing cautious settlement terms.

Mr. Vorde

Fatal fall from horse in Ohio leaves man dead

An Ohio man fell from a horse on a Monday afternoon near Heid, was taken to hospital, but died that night. He rode with a friend who aided him to the hospital.

Heid Ohio Pala Boephel

Ommitabel Bush Nursing Centre Faces Closure

The Ommitabel Bush Nursing Centre and several nearby clinics are closed or under threat due to staff shortages. With patients forced to travel up to six miles for medical care, communities across Lath Mathours Menia Mount Hope Mimunitabel My ger Quambone Tambar Springs Tuene and Wookwenbanig risk reduced access to essential services.

Ely Serge Miraen Milhaws Uae Itu Archer Wookwenbanig Tale

P M G Officers Say Promotion Barred

P M G officers claim promotion was blocked across departments in Australia. Confident memos circulated at Airs and other offices alleging orders to nominate for higher posts were rejected. Resignations of department heads cited amid the protest, with claims of mass targeting within postal and telegraph services.

Bostmanten Gennrat P.alg Australia Warritor Departiwats

WLM Supports Patrick Amid Contested Murphy Match

A garbled report notes WLM backing Patrick against Murphy in a contested preview. It mentions reactions, political or legal tone, and hints at a forthcoming event with figures such as Queenslander Tommy, New Zealander Charlie Garden, and Australian Garden, amid broader debate and seating changes in the ring.

Murphy Vic Patrick Toodty Tommy Urns Charlie Garden Hull

Prefabricated Homes Debate Sparks Canberra Row

Residents of Canberra contest a plan to standardize prefabricated homes amid government opposition. The protest centers on the reliability and safety of factory made builds and the impact on local housing policy.

Salvaged rope replaces sisal fibre in storage

A to replace sisal fibre shortage report notes salvaged rope being used in manufacturing. A government or organizational representative explains ongoing experiments with an alternative grown in New South Wales waters. The plan covers the next two years as part of independence measures and material supply.

Wbrne Field Fea Auatealla

Money confiscated at gaming house seized by police

Police raided a premises in Sydney on Friday night and seized about £390 in cash linked to illegal gaming activities. A man named Averthan was charged as the keeper of the gaming house after officers recovered evidence of gambling proceeds and related items.

Rydney Mer Preminsa Ie Rydney Manly Asouror

London Conversion Loans Likely

London reports indicate possible conversion loan support amid Treasury discussions. Acting Treasurer and chancellor statements suggest favorable terms for U.K. currency shifts, with ongoing reviews and cautions about financial impact. Princes Else and large child aid review in Hyde Park reflect broad public interest in economic policy.

Canberra train delay and diplomatic chatter in Readers Views

Fragmented text shows Canberra station arrivals from Sydney with long delays, diplomatic scene framing, and public notice style. Mentions of 40 rare signals, delivery in all areas, and debates tied to a fishy abundance of unclear references. The piece reads like a distorted transcript of reader letters about transport and policy in Canberra.

Canberra Fualleay M. Mon Cooherra Sydney Bi Nun Alanis T-wault Tir Beaton Arevding

Five Charged With Staging Alibi In Hit Run Crash

The Crown charged Chayivs Honey Harting Parker, 34, and four others with staging an alibi in a fatal hit and run. Prosecutors allege Parker and three others conspired to make a false video and mislead investigators after the May accident that injured a yearold boy. The hearing was adjourned.

Crown Parker Maye Fiavias Parken AP

Americans Looking to Australia in 1940s Sydney

The passage notes Americans migrating to Australia and securing jobs in Sydney during wartime. It mentions government involvement and a mix of individuals adjusting to life there amid bulk labor movement and settlement. The fragment underscores U.S. officials and Americans settling in Australia for work opportunities.

Sydney Munany Theof Cocwrae Australia Americana

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