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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 05, 1948
Page
2
Reported fragment outlines appointments and roles within an Afghanwian agency, mentioning a Public Agent, a loanary Srootler Previswy, and a returned publication sheet. It references a Pushita Agent role appointed in April and notes obscure names like Jalil Ago and Amber.
A Washington dispatch discusses the Berlin dispute with Western powers seeking UN General Assembly support to avoid a UN Security Council decision. It notes Soviet resistance, potential veto maneuvers, and the impact on world opinion as Berlin’s fate and peace prospects hinge on diplomatic maneuvering rather than force.
An unclear report notes juggling scores and outcomes from a Victorian tour. Mentions Pancho and Kramer facing opponents with several six to nine point lines. Weather delays reduce attendance and shift plans for future games and exhibitions.
Former navy, army and air force personnel to receive bonuses under a new act. About 400,000 stars to 3,090 individuals, armor to 180,60 and 480,000 to others, plus 100,000 to 200,000 personnel. Distribution aims to honor service with payments and benefits.
Beam or MarAL MAONEY of Munday reports a night incident near Ste Als bert. 42, chairan of directoce of Albert Citions Ltd. radio fone large satellite firma in Australis.
Forecasters describe a fairer day with variable winds across the region. Scattered showers are noted along the coast and highlands, with temperatures cooling slightly toward the southeast and light to moderate soil winds.
Fragmentary OCR weather item from Canberra shows barometer and wind readings at specific times. Contains unreadable numeric strings and garbled units, with mentions of temperature and wind speed but no clear values or location context beyond Canberra.
A fragment notes the Governor General and Mr W 4 Marie received at Admiralty House Sydney on state time. Minister of New Zealand Mr P Frame appears, with accompanying officials and attendees mentioned in incomplete form.
Fragmentary text reports a London campaign involving Defence Ministers and political slogans. Mentions Britain facing 19 Britons called to duty, deporations of Mr. Aleasader and the Lord Mayor, jittery pavements, posters, and youth detentions by police amid a Communist Party publication.
A brief bulletin reports officials from Loudslav resigning in Ottawa. The record notes council realignment and personnel changes within the local government following internal disputes.
The Security Council met to consider a rerun dispute amid a crowd disturbance. Officials addressed the incident at the venue, with authorities promising further action and potential proceedings by the secretary general.
London authorities order Scotland Yard to probe allegations of permit granting for a commercial organization. The Lord Chancellor requests investigation into government department matters. Several details remain unclear and a department name is expected to be announced.
The report notes a long nonstop bomber mission covering about 6 000 miles from Australia toward North America. Key figures include Admiral Hardison and the U S Navy Chief responsible for Pacific air forces. The voyage, described as a test of endurance, spans roughly 86 hours with 11 237 miles cited in the coverage.
A fragmented report describes a large procession in Rydney with about 100,000 attendees despite dull conditions. The Amalgamated Workers' Union provided transport and members participated alongside ministers including the Premier and external affairs officials. The event featured a varied gathering from country towns to Melbourne and Aden, with a notable appearance at St Mary's Cathedral.
Reports from The Australian War Memorial note record attendance as visitors flock to Canberra. Police say crowds were orderly while security monitored events at key centres, with Sydneysiders and locals commuting by plane as the week began.
Male singers from Canberra Bingra and surrounding areas will compete in the city next weekend. The group has added three new members and is rehearsing set pieces for the Wagga event, with funding secured to cover travel and entry costs.
Melbourne reports from the Department of Civil Aviation show rising air traffic for the year ended June 30. Regular international services carried 12,718 paying passengers, up 1 percent, with miles flown increasing 37 percent to 18,619,707. Freight tonnage reached 28,088 tons, up 180 percent from the previous year. A highway incident involving an aircraft fire is noted with a record total for the period.
A Melbourne factory notes its workers acquiring stake in the company, holding 167 shares led by chairman Ale A. Mb. tachian maid. The annual report cites a total dividend and improved manufacturing metrics, with a 28 percent rise in pre war production and worker participation influencing returns.
An Australian artist named Moore Pull intends a number of paintings during a visit to Canberra. The artist notes Canberra is ready for art and praises the local audience. The piece highlights the cultural interest, the reception by Art Council and public warmth for new works, with reflections on artistic memory and colour.
Melbourne reports the Labour Party pledges to nationalise banks despite a High Court ruling. The Prime Minister and Transport Minister Ward respond, insisting the policy remains and the timing is under review. The Opposition questions whether rail and other services might be affected as Labour presses ahead.
Commissioner Blackburn announced plans to pursue a new award with tramway employees. He said he would not attend the Sydney meetings next Sunday. Secretary of the Tramway Employees Association, Mr Broadley, urged delaying any action pending an executive meeting called by Mr Cook, President of the AW Board.
A garbled report describes a facility named Fred Platypuses instituting heavy worm production to stockpile 300 worms beyond normal levels for an SLAtoR mone. Opaque details mention a winter storm and forced feeding of worms as a response, amid unclear terminology and outcomes.
The Australian Minister for Immigration Mr. Calwell announced a new batch of five thousand Central European migrants to reach Australia within three months. The plan includes German language processing and representation from nations such as Hungary Latvia Czechoslovakia and others. About seven percent are expected from universities with most arrivals from Italy Poland and Hungary.
Victorian government signals move to allow an Australian Wheat Board to oversee grain policy while private agents handle select activities. Cabinet decisions follow a statewide poll on whether to adopt the Commonwealth scheme including home consumption price at 6 shillings 30 pence per bushel, subject to production incentives.
Police conducted exhaustive interviews with more than 100 people in the Gallien murder probe. Detectives seek motive and weapon, while noting the suspect’s private life and possible alibi, as they pursue multiple investigative theories without a definite lead.
New Delhi faces debate on India’s future within the British Commonwealth amid speculation by the Daily Telegraph on whether a republic status would fit with imperial ties. The discussion centers on independence versus continued association and potential benefits for India.
Fragmentary notes describe Mr. O. Kimber piloting a glider during a weekend event. He climbed to 4,300 feet, then continued to 6,000 feet, tracing a pattern of circles. After a 28 minute air battle he returned to the Starling Point, remaining aloft for over 90 minutes.
A reader questions the socialization of means of production and the UN declaration of human rights. The piece discusses party policy, democratic legitimacy, and whether Labour, Liberal, and Catholic groups push toward or resist centralization, asking who can trust the public in future policy shifts. Turner, 4/30/42.
In Hong Kong on Monday an Australian War Crimes Court reportedly closed details of trials and prisoners. A Japanese prisoner sentenced to death was not hanged per earlier plans, but the officer refused to confirm or deny any further information.
Fragmentary report notes units including Guards Brigade Scots Guards and other forces moving toward Singapore. Details are unclear amid damaged text but indicate an advance by land forces in the Singapore Malaya theater.
In a UN General Assembly session the Ukrainian delegate and foreign minister disputed a proposed framework for international atomic energy oversight. They argued the plan would give the agency excessive control and undermine national sovereignty, describing the proposal as absurd and unacceptable.
A chartered DCS plane with 17 passengers and 11 aboard departed from New York en route to Puerto Rico. Signals from the plane indicated loss of radio contact over the Caribbean. rescue planes from the Coast Guard conducted a search for the missing machine. The aircraft was reportedly equipped with rotation taps and fireman instruments.
South coal miners face potential strike action as talks with contractors stall over pay, conditions, and restructuring. An emergency meeting led to proposed regulations and a possible joint effort with the Australian Workers Union to press for a settlement. A Coal Board spokesman said negotiations would resume with the aim of avoiding disruption.
Firestorms ravaged Goondiwindy and Goondiwindi areas with multiple blazes at Goondiwind district sheds and a railway yard. Authorities urge witnesses to report details while warning arson is suspected as crews battle high winds and hot tinderbox conditions.
Fragmentary report says Western powers plan talks in Paris on easing Soviet blockade and nuclear fears. Iran and other leaders reportedly seek safe passage, while discussions focus on peace prospects and a potential agreement to prevent further escalations.
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