Weather report on trout fishing and dam activity
Fragmentary notes record anglers at the Borrinjack Dam and Gwenbeyan River with trout catches from Brindabella and Canberra areas. Names such as Mr G Westcott and Mr Hon Bell appear amid scattered times and measurements, reflecting a local fishing update and dam reports.
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Ted Kmal
Borrinjack
Gwenbeyan
Angie
Tein
Brindabella
A. Ao
G. Westcott
Tr. Catford
Togvem
Hon Bell
Aeroen
Oo Press
Australian Public Service Denounced Over Delays
A British style critique argues that Australian government departments face inefficiency and delays due to public service constraints. It condemns abdication of responsibility, calls for decisive leadership, and urges practical action rather than rhetoric to meet the needs of Australians.
Governor and military leaders attend Royal Sydney ceremony
The Governor along with Orr and military officials attended the Royal Sydney Industrial Brhnd event, observed amid a formal gathering. Participants noted ceremonial duties and postevent discussions addressing industrial progress and security matters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orr
Military
Aig
Royal Sydney Industrial
Electricity Output Rroubles and pre war year comparison
Fragmented OCR notes describe electricity output in Australia with references to Commonwealth figures and a Defence Department remark. Names like Roland Wileso or Rowan appear garbled, with figures such as 4.668 million kilowatt hours cited. The passage hints at regional variations in Victoria and Queensland and notes a pre war benchmark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neary
Australia
Commonwealth
Roland Wilesoar
Victoria and
Queena
Hot Money Worries Government Officials
A garbled article notes concerns over hot money affecting government aid and taxes. It mentions the Treasurer Mr Datdee and government actions as reports describe fluctuating financial activity and potential injections to stabilize funds. The piece references Fremantle meetings and corporate involvement in banking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tresaurer
Datdee
Pagaen
Fremantle
Demand For Our Currency NEW YOMS, Tureday
The article discusses foreign exchange demand for Australian goods and the expected future price of the pound, noting market rates around 22.44 cents and several three month delivery expectations amid commentary on currency valuation and exchange trends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spac
Canadian dollar moves in New York exchange scene
The report notes Canadian currency activity in New York trading, detailing bid and ask dynamics and illustrating how the Canadian dollar traded against the U S dollar. It references Montreal and Montreal related quotes, with varying cantas noted in the exchange, showing the market's volatility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
York
U. A
New
Montreal
Forvarta
Boy Missing in Lue Mountains Near Katoomea
A missing boy from the Katoomea area was last seen with John Puckeridge and another man near Wentworth Fastern. They camped in the valley and fired several shots while tracking a deer before returning home by evening. No confirmed sightings since, authorities urged locating the boy and verifying safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Katoomea
Wentworth
Feyeare
John Puckeridge
Ray
Frdeimert
Puckeridge
Ian
Sae
Teds
Bun
Toms
Neaven
Altee
Wantworth
Ner Ae
Boma Bs
Less Hot Air in House Brings Al Baer Win
In a tight session, Al Baer defeats Branailon Wasoun as debate noise subsides. The result highlights Baer's calm approach and sharp focus amid heated exchanges in the chamber. The win signals momentum for Baer ahead of upcoming votes and policy confrontations.
Polio Suspect Pup Pendin g Care and Inquiry
A report describes a polio suspicion involving a small puppy about ten inches long, tied to a case of medical concern in a local area. The piece references investigations by medical and council bodies into polio treatment and related health inquiries amid a broader outbreak context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howe
Ax Eighteycare
Anwar
Vane
Ex Gratia Cheque For Mr. C. W. Frost
The text records an ex gratia cheque related to Mr. C. W. Frost a former Labour Minister and his appointment as High Commissioner. It notes his salary terms and a five year service from March 1, 1947, with recall provisions and government changes affecting appointment procedures and related motions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. C. W. Frost
Co. W. Frost
Aix
Frost
Astraloti
Qoypramert
Mt Mandign
Ebay
Rice Supply Arrangements Near Through Wartime Channels
Acting officials announce resumed rice supplies via war channels with millers and warehouses to ease food shortages. Generators and distributors plan controlled shipments to Pacific and coastal areas as production increases and price changes are studied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mex Coug
Ebel
Wrust
Pacific
Rasti
Wentworth Contact Sparks Intensive Day Camp Plan
Werenta reached Wentworth as experts convened to plan an intensified day camp in the valley. Reannen and Go lm discussed strategy while aiming to boost the puny’s readiness and energy for upcoming activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Werenta
Wentworth
Wool tax proposal withdrawn and budget shift outlined
The Federal Cabinet agreed to withdraw the wool export tax and replace it with a system taxing woolgrowers' incomes. The plan aims to balance the budget by next week with provisional taxation, drawing about £120 million from wool industry revenue while delaying full realization for several years. The decision aligns with Cabinet leaders and the Country Party to support budget stabilization and offset rising costs.
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Federel
Id'pe Ett Vel
Fasenye
Deen
Country Party
Wen
Me. Menzies
Oulearie
Fmt
Peevniel
Gravira
No Weakness in London Says Mr Menzies Budget Rumors Rise
The Prime Minister Mr Menzies defended Australian wool policy in the House of Representatives denying any weakness in the London position. He said no indication of harmful moves by Mr McAwen while noting a conference will consider protecting Australian wool growers and ensuring full returns. The government is in close talks with Wool producers on the matter amid budget speculation and tax proposals.
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Perecee
Commerce
London
Menzies
House of Representatives Yahlo
Menten
McAwere
Menaten
McAwen
Auatralien
Pollard
Lalor
Uniform tax errifted from federal burden noted in state forecast
The report outlines federal tax forms and grants with limited scope for pension and defense, highlighting the strain on state budgets. It cites Paton and Fraime figures, noting a 1.085 million estimate for the year versus 489,087 previously, and questions about recognition in the Daalo formula.
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Sydney
Feds
Mu Paton
Atate
Wool trade talks across London target reserve price debate
Reported discussions in London and Commonwealth representatives on wool stockpiles and possible reserve price measures. Ministers and Wool-producing nations weigh options as 16.08 figures emerge, amid concern over global shortages and market pressures.
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London
Tusaday
Briann
Aurteate
Bouin Alon
Beaiain
Smi
Yraterlin
Moe Bowland
Commonwealth
Parliament House Overtime And Public Service Grants
Overtime work at Parliament House reported as staff faced long weekly hours with shifts extending into late periods. The act covered bed allocations and lease actions, while public service provisions were examined for efficiency and limits on practicable rest and hours.
Woolgrowers rally against sectional tax in Sydney meeting
A crowded meeting of about 430 woolgrowers in Sydney vigorously opposed any sectional tax on wool. Speakers attacked the plan while urging reassurance from the Prime Minister that no tax would be levied. Abbott urged funds for protection and development, highlighting reliance on wool exports to Britain and Australia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Turaday
Businey
Eoome
Abbott
Farmers’ and Betters ’Association
Mr. Abbott
Australia
Giritlan
Accommodation For Tourists In Mur ray Valley
Local representatives report Mur ray Valley Combs bed area considered selling a building previously purchased two years ago to expand tourist facilities. The company plans to accommodate per persons and may seek larger space to use its own amenities. A visit to Canberra by Managing Director Mr Lawrence confirmed ongoing interest in a tourist terminal but no commitment on future accommodation plans.
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Murray Valley Combs
Yralerting
Aliawah
Pervete Hospital
Tria
Pat’ Vo AO
Canberra
Lawrence
Cormant
Pla
Mr L G Melville International Figure Titled
Mr L G Melville, economic adviser to the Commonwealth Bank in 1981, led the Australian delegation to the 1984 Bretton Woods conference. He is named as executive desret er of the International Monetary Fund and the International Bank in Paris, with plans to meet Mr 86 McPaniane, former secretary to the Australian Treasury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. G. Melville
Commonwealth Bank
Iternationel Monetary Fund
International Bank
Paria
Melville
Bretton Woods
Melbourne and Canberra Vie for Joint University Conference
A high level conference between Melbourne University leaders and Canberra University officials is planned in Canberra on October 18. The meeting aims to expand collaboration and student exchanges following a similar 1947 overseas conference that spurred rapid development and government supported migrant education programs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Anthony Ow Vegeity
Council
Ted Calyeett
Selbourna
Canberra
Melbourne University
South Walen
South Walen Celeb,ute, H. Dotmaton), the Dean] Mr. Calvrell
J.bleone Rogina
Proleasor
J. A. Maxwell
Breafonst Moe
G. W. Paton
Isg
I Economice and
Commerce
W. Prest
Asari
Malines
Callus
NSW Premier Seeks Volunteers in Recruitment Drive
NSW Premier campaigns for enlistment linking manpower to food and wool production. At a public meeting he warned against weakening industry and stressed readiness to mobilize labor, with comments echoed by opposition leader Chifley on federal labor policy.
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Sydney
Bate
Meir
Australian Labour Party
Commonwealth of Nationa
Wask
Tar
Chifley
Pam Lens
Concession Postage To Troops Across Australia
Postmaster General announces concession postage rates for Australian service members in Japan and Malaya. Rates vary by weight and destination, with terms for overseas military mail and additional half ounce charges. Aimed at a simpler, cheaper mail process for armed forces, changes will be implemented soon and may require new postage contracts.
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Adr
Athan Yeatanaay
Japan
Malaya
Angers Seman
Ubey
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Indaweali Gaiety
Chreienwealth Public Board
Tile
Coardu Frei
Lue Mountains
al Baer
Branailon
Wasoun
POLIO
My. Faden
Aeien
Texiles
MR. Menzies
Parliament
Twn
Meg ‘United Satan
Speargiver
Mr. L. G. Melville International
Ter
Nation Teta
Camsionnenlis Bank
Temas
Peaeider
Senate
Heprasentati
University and College Conference
N.S.W
NSN
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