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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 22, 1946

Page

2

Nations must neutralise those who contemplate aggressive action in Buffalo

Major General Brock Chisholm Canada's deputy minister for health warned that governments risking war should instantly neutralise any aggressor. He argued realistic states would act, noting that modern weapons are in effect obsolete and that biological or toxin risks could paralyse a nation. He urged parents to tell children the truth to avoid a third world war.

Buffalo Brock Chisholm Canada Canadian Army Chisholm Parenta Stout Americas

Two Acquitted On Charges Of Conspiracy

In Sydney, five accused of conspiring to pervert justice were directed to be acquitted by Judge Bracey. Charles Henry Hardin McIntyre Parker, a funeral director, and Elaine Simpson of Newtown were acquitted. Alfred Avago Henry Davidson and Charles Henry Harding McIntyre Parker pleaded guilty. the case adjourned.

Sydney Tweede Bracey Guart

Fined For Megal Possession Of Petral Coupons

Sydney Burwood Court fined Malcolm for possessing 302 petrol tickets and 32 military leave passes. He allegedly stole 100 passes and obtained tickets claiming they were for a friend. He received penalties including £50 and £20 fines with costs.

Sydney Tueaday Waldier Burwood Court Malcolm Liquid Fuel Board

Plane to spray grasshoppers plan announced in Melbourne

Melbourne reports a Tuesday success in spraying grasshoppers using an aeroplane. The Department of Alte Feuille claims a recent experiment with a WR winged device reduced infestation. Plans are being prepared to extend the method if needed against Ne vaslou should outbreaks occur.

Melbourne Department of Alte Feuille

Farm improvements priority over family welfare noted in Adelaide

South Australia reports that farmers preferred building a new shed or buying a prize bull over family comfort. Mrs Dowling of the Country Womens Association said housing rules during wartime allowed sheds and machinery permits but not homes, and now farmers aim to build homes or improve housing as permits ease.

Adelaide South Australia Commonwealth Country Womens’ Association Mra Dowling

Bunnerong Faces Coal Shortage Threat to Sydney power

Sydney faces a coal shortage at Bunnerong power house as floods or storms could cut supplies. Dr. Cramer, chairman of the Sydney County Council, warned Bunnerong coal stocks are dangerously low and any severe disruption could force reductions or shutdowns in industry and electricity supply.

Sydney Bunnerong Crasper Sydney County Conncil

Funeral Dirscare Delivers Funeral Arrangements

A fragmented notice describes arranging funeral services with contact details and authorizing party. The readable parts mention a phonstag and RO. The text is unclear but indicates funeral planning steps and service scheduling.

Canbera Pen Friend Interest From English Students

The Canberra Times prints letters from English students seeking pen friends in Australia. War era restrictions eased now with readers from Danowat Grammar School and others expressing desire to correspond with Australian youths aged 10 to 21. Several London and Yorkshire writers request pen pals, noting interests in politics and outdoor sports.

Patricia Doreen Grist York Street Pen May Ashley Polic Btation New Ferry Chesire Intend Jean Boothroyd Schoal Street Moldgreen Huddersfieid Yorkshire Cynthia Dard

Y W C A Board Notes Mark Departures and Plans

The Y W C A monthly board meeting accepted the resignation of Mrs Rag and noted updates from the Midway Board meeting in Melbourne. Plans include a bridge class starting June 20 at 7 45 pm, a Cafe Club June 10 with guest Ulrich Ellie on TVA, a Junior Gym display June 21, farewell for Mrs Falea June 28, and a July 17 International Ball fund drive for the YWCA Building Fund. Daphne Harper to give a September piano recital postwar.

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Wartime profits declined in auto industry during war

The piece notes that major automobile manufacturers earned far lower profits during World War II than in peacetime. It cites a 40 percent average profit in 1939 dropping to 2.6 percent in 1944, with net earnings per new motor vehicle around 4.26 percent. The context attributes this to wartime production shifts and government demands.

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