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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 14, 1941

Page

2

Carmi Item Reported As Bare Facts

A fragmentary item notes Carmi related matter with unclear details. Readable phrases reference Sarees and LTO, but core facts and context remain unspecified in the OCR snippet.

Portraits in Oil of National Leaders Displayed

A fragmented notice lists portraits in oil including Mr Padden president of the Senate Senator Cunningham and others. It mentions artists Colquhoun Wheeler and several named figures. The item references a national collection and a meeting or training event tied to these portraits and a new seal to be run in Parliament.

Prortreila Mr. Padden Senate Genator Cunningham Mena B. Colquhoun Breet Duanerse Garin Wheeler Wal ‘Douree de ‘On & Portraik Emi Salat Henator J. Save Malbourna Walter i Norman Carter Georgy Pearce A. Dieale Gore Caner

Weather report from Cambria shows heat and wind data

A fragmented weather excerpt reports temperatures near 30 degrees and 24 hour conditions. It notes 3 pm readings, wind speeds around 12 mph, and rainfall indicators with yearly totals 170 percent.

Cambria Raira Nooy Saw Biett Am

Police cordon tightens around Graham hideout near Auckland

A brutal manhunt surrounds Stanley Graham, the 40 year old farmer linked to six killings and a wounding, as police and Home Guard trenches seal off his bush hideout. aircraft patrols, searchlights, and machine gun emplacements keep watch while residents hear bursts of firing and radio signaling keeps authorities in contact. Graham reportedly seeks food at his fortified home, which remains under siege with the aim of survival or capture.

Auckland Stanley Graham Van Graham Vheares Bombe Mage Mills

Canberra Beat of Government Advances Housing Department

The Interior Minister stated after talks with the Security Minister that plans for a Department of Home Affairs headquarters in Canberra are moving forward. The Prime Minister indicated no fixed location or transfer date, but signaled progress in placing Canberra at the center of government.

Interior Senator Callings Hate Security Sassarini Department of Hom Oatay Canbert Bemnator Collinge Dean Spade Sanberra

Hitler Promised New European Order Prompts Allied Resolve

A Canberra Times front shows a March 14 1941 style editorial praising Hitler's new European order and detailing resistance across Norway, France, Greece, Poland, and Italy. It argues the regime enslaves nations, worsens hunger, and aims to reconstruct Europe under German rule while Allies must deliver true freedom and postwar support through the Atlantic Charter framework.

Hitler Essiope FE Terrtoria Arctic Norway Crete Europe Lithuania Italy Reich Romania Bulgaria Hungary Vederia Germany France Marchal Petain Petain New Order Alllied Arme Europa Terran

Abolition Advisory Council Defers Action on Canberra Motions

The Advisory Council discussed proposals by Dr Not t and others to form a representative committee from each organization to refer motions back to the Minister. The aim was to improve chances of motions passing during wartime. The council rejected the motion and decided to revisit it later.

Tne Adrinsey Council Drott Canberra Tay Thia Nottie Gardner Tokyo Lalepone

War Council set for Melbourne briefing on Thursday

Melbourne reports Prime Minister Curtin convened the Advisory War Council to be held in Melbourne with the War Cabinet. Commander-in-Chief Brooke-Popham attended and the Opposition leader Waddan submitted nominees including Mesrs Fadon Morales Sendet MBEwes for council membership.

Melbourne Mr Curtin Waddan Er. Curtin Oppostion Advisory War Council Messrs Fadon Morales Sendet Mbewes

RAAF Pilots Across Theaters Report Combat Losses

The ministry reports Allied aircrew in Europe, the Middle East, and other fronts have destroyed 142 enemy aircraft and probably 35 more with zero survivors known at station sites. Of 11 pilots listed at dropped stations, two are alive in enemy territory while others are unaccounted. figures suggest multiple claims and unconfirmed damages across theaters.

Fe Aar Europe Middle East Air Hie Drauafordwraight Sundsland RAAT Canery Platen Ab Midas Gant

Total War Effort Rally in Brisbane Calls for War Bonds

The Labour Government faces its obligation to fund the war with Australia’s capacity. Deputy Leader Forde urged Australians to buy War Loans, stressing fuel for Bren gun carriers tanks planes and other weapons to sustain the fight.

Brisbane Australia Tony Forde Borde Ap

Governor Gowrie Visit Recalled In Brisbane Report

An Australian note recalls Lord Gowrie’s visit and army service details. The report mentions Brisbane arrival, officials, and wartime duties. It notes Chater and others, with mentions of deaths and holiday plans.

Gowrie Brisbane Lane Ventering Chater

Military Camps in Southern States Favoured

The Minister for the Army Mr Forbes indicated satisfaction with differences in equipment and arrangements, noting support for southern camps amid ongoing Defence discussions. The report reflects government stance on training facilities and resource allocation in Amurbane region.

Amurbane Army Mr. Forbes

Leeches Used in Delicate Eye Operation

Report from Sydney describes a delicate eye operation on patient Barker from a Salvation Army home. Leeches were used to control eye pressure in a glaucoma case but were scarce due to dry weather. The procedure aimed to reduce eye-ball hardening and preserve vision.

Barker Balvation Army Home Tolley

Labour Policy Stands Against Dictation in Australia

Melbourne reports quote Prime Minister Curtin declaring no dictation from within or without while stressing strength to prevent influence. Over 990 Labour and Trade Union leaders greet him. crowds cheer as he vows to advance wartime unity and a new social order. Curtin studies map and plans meeting with the War Cabinet in Melbourne.

Melbourne Australie Australia My. Cur ‘UN Tie Mr. Curtin R. Curtin

Awards: Seventy Naval Officers Honored in Melbourne

Seventy naval officers were awarded honors during a ceremony in Melbourne. The event highlighted officers on duty aboard HM ships and included mentions of Lieut and Commander ranks. Several named officers from Australian stations received commendations for service aboard HMB Rodney and other vessels.

Melbourne Sanday Weg Dee Tmatinglahed Bec Crom Lieut Comaling Gia Ad Teak Wee Gai Wheater

Man Power Survey and Proposals on Advisory Count Meeting

Fragmented text outlines a discussion on advisory counts and licensing for alcohol. It mentions a Department report to the Council, potential amendments to the Ordinance, and debate over power resources and alcohol sales timing, with references to Curtin and industry impacts.

Aoters Han Council For Ite Tiger Ice Curtin Inere Newscan Downes Spirituan Guors A. Garibaraid

War Day by Day Soviet Army Onslaughts

Fragmentary report details Soviet Army offensives with unclear captions and missing lines. The fragment emphasizes day by day warfare and strategic pressure on enemy lines, hinting at heavy combat and mounting casualties amid ongoing operations.

October Flower Show Trials and Awards Describe

The record describes a late October flower show event with officials including C. J. Thakoomae and Dr. Cunpecen Blo td, the invitation extended to Mam Deg on October 30 at Warrgate, remarks by Warres, and judges Crum tt and Wallace assessing blooms and prime vases.

C. J. Thakoomae Warrgate Warres Galt Riatpeul Eahlbiern

Canberra Soldier in Germany Adviow Reserved

Fragmentary report notes Mrs A Ciswallyn of Aton claiming her husband L/Cpl A Laewellyn hid misusing for five months. The text is garbled with references to war detention, a Berian Prison, and unclear duties linked to ex US Attorney General Harry Baugh.

Ap MY Chater Direeton Cine Australis Ryde Ganon Canberra Ciswallyn Aton Cpl A Laewellyn Billoom Berian Tamup How York Hustley Lowley Harry Baughsaty United Mates

Explosion at Naval Air Station in Beattle

The Navy Department announced a signamit e warehouse explosion at the naval air station. Eleven men were associated in the blast and others were injured. An inquiry has been ordered. The blast was caused when favién reached the warehouse.

Canadian Chiefs in London Defence visit ends

Canadian Minister for Defence Colonel J I Ralston and the Chief of the General Staff travel to London for talks on military coordination and defense strategy amid heightened international tensions.

London Sendiy J 1 Ralston Rave

Cup Attraction and War Effort Rally Misread

A disjointed wartime notice reports Group Captain E L Wilson Martin addressing a Commonwealth war effort rally. The speech touches on cup support, recruitment drives, and expenses as officials claim mobilizing resources. A figure of 4 000 000 for four weeks appears amid campaign notes.

Sydney Ol Wilson Ir Martin Malbourne Mir Kearth Mt. Smith

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