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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 10, 1947

Page

4

Fragmented Note on West Laeaman Train and Future

A damaged OCR fragment mentions West Laeaman and a train, with unclear timing and outcome. It references future implications and possible events but lacks verifiable details or full sentences.

The Enemy Within and Austrian Communist Subversion

A fragmented report discusses Soviet agents and Canadian concerns about Communist influence. It notes educated Canadians recruited by foreign services, the pattern of recruitment, and calls for government action to expose and curb subversive networks threatening national security.

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Public Service Purge of Reds Debated in Parliament

A heated session, led by Prime Minister Mr Sailer, examined dismissals of public servants deemed security risks. Debate touched on Communist influence, US precedents, and calls for a royal inquiry into public service subversion with plans for a broader purge if warranted.

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Lili Kraus to Play Here on Farewell Tour

The renowned Hungarian pianist Lili Kraus announces a farewell tour with a New York recital at the venue named Alin Neaday. Proceeds from select concerts will support charitable causes in Britain and other nations while Kraus highlights her long career and performances.

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News In Brief From Sydney Thursday In Turmoil And Tension

Sydney reports brief items on threats and kidnappings followed by labor unrest at tobacco works in Stoney with talks failing to avert a strike. The death of Exvant Glen is noted as a five week old tragedy linked to a person named SeIneray at the Clud Mitel. Local arbitration court expected to hear labor dispute details soon.

Exvant Glen Sid Bon Amt Moe, SeIneray

Seven More Clerks for Darwin Expansion Plan

An NT government project proposes adding seven clerical posts in Darwin under the Department of the Inter services. The plan aims to appoint successors to fill vacant positions with annual salaries and selection through approved applications, as part of a broader administrative expansion.

Western Australia Wheat Policy Sparks Parliamentary Debate

Fragmented text shows a Western Australia issue on wheat policy with references to a minister Pollard and a Country Party meeting at Warracknaby. The passage hints at proposals to influence parliamentary stance and opposition activities affecting Commonwealth wheat plans and regional responses.

Pollard Polar Int Toma Country Party Warracknabyad Batepouin Sens Western Australia

Canberra Forecast For 24 Hours At Nine PM

Forecaster at the Meteorological Station Fairbairn predicts a 24 hour period starting at nine pm with scattered clouds and light southwesterly winds. The outlook notes possible late clouding over eastern regions and a gradual contraction of moisture toward the southern coast, with dry conditions elsewhere.

Fairbairn Thureday

Canberra Weather Fragment Sparks Confusing Read

Weather note from Canberra delivers scrambled data on temperatures, wind, and times. Readable items include partial figures and station names, with many garbled words and inconsistent units.

Federal power debate over coal nationalisation in Parliament

The Commonwealth Government faced questions on constitutional power to nationalise the coal mining industry. Mr Chifley and Mr Abbott disputed whether nationalisation could be enacted and how joint state and federal control would operate. The discussion touched on power limits, proposed funding, and the role of states in reform.

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Unclear Text Summary Placeholder

Readable fragments describe a local event with names and places not fully clear. This item mentions bans, a trial or hearing, and possible public action. Entities are not determinable from the garbled input.

Adverse Overseas Trade Balance In August Report

August showed Australia running a large trade deficit as imports reached £3,105,000 with exports at £26,268 and a balance of £2,? million. Officials noted imports from Britain and the United States fluctuated, while textiles contributed to lower import values this August compared with July.

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Coal Exports Urged to Boost Empire Dollar Revenue

Abboty in Parliament urged Britain to increase coal exports from Australia and other dominions to lift gold reserves and support Britain during the empire crisis. He claimed higher exports and tapping Queensland mines could raise production and profits, while reducing imports and stabilizing currency.

Armistice Day Abolished by Government Whispers

The government plans to abolish Armistice Day observances and move remembrance activities to a Sunday. The Prime Minister announced a new precedure that replaces November 11 with a Sunday for remembrance and thanksgiving services across churches, with two minutes of silence preserved.

Commonwealth Nile Peranma Pemotabha Mae Orin Veauring

Special Scholarships in Art at East Hydriey Technical Institute

Scholarships provide three year awards covering tuition and fees for art students. Molders and design tracks include stipends for home or away living. Applicants must submit samples by the late year, with competitive examination coordinated by the Secretary at Bowiel Ar Senatorate, for the Eastern Shilege.

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Overhaul of Trust Funds Debate Highlights Government Finance Strains

Debates center on the trust funds and welfare spending amid claims the fund is mismanaged. Opposition cites potential £149.9 million drain and calls for tighter oversight of revenue and expenditure.

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