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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 16, 1946
Page
4
A damaged obituary fragment honors Wilfred who died October 19. The notice thanks friends for sympathy messages and tributes from his loving brothers in law and sisters in law, with a memorial wish and family acknowledgment.
Victorian authorities consider tenders for broadcasting rights to Third Test cricket in Melbourne. ABC BUZ and JAW compete with Melbourne Cricket Club for rights while debates emerge over payment incentives and the impact on sponsors and audiences.
A third coal mine death occurred within a week in the area. Reports say Raymond Cooper, 8, died in a fall of slate while driving a truck at the mine. Earlier, James Anderson, 46, and David Griffith, 46, were killed at Aberfrain and near Tre? faces in separate incidents.
A Canberra weather bulletin notes light to moderate winds and possible showers this evening. Forecasts indicate variable temperatures with a chance of rain in the late afternoon and early evening.
Rain registrations across the tablelands district report numbers for several towns including Canberra Queanbeyan Michelago Bombala Adaminaby and Kosciuszko 32. Totals range from six to thirty two with readings for Pandabyne and other localities.
Fragmented text reports weather and scattered notes on changing conditions with unclear place names and dates. The passage resembles a garbled forecast section with distorted language and stray terms.
The Canberra speech addresses unions amid wartime restrictions and wage policy. Government leaders urge restraint, warning that rapid changes could destabilize industry and jeopardize postwar adjustments. The Prime Minister’s stance aligns with gradual reform and arbitration over forceful moves by unions.
Construction to begin on ABC station in Broken Hill with contract awarded months ago to Melbourne company Wane Muncknen Proprietary Taliniied.
In Limestone Avenue a pedestrian was struck by a car while travelling after work. The incident occurred around 6 pm amid rain, causing injuries and prompting an investigation by local authorities.
The report notes higher coal output in recent weeks with miners agreeing to work through Christmas and holidays to sustain supply. Officials from the Miners Federation say production is the best in years and will cover the peak demand period.
The ACT Repatriation Locative board met to adjust attendance at the Services Hut with twice weekly interviews and a moving plan via phone. They praised Honorary Secretary Mr W Crawford and Mr Cromford for long service and approved recording appreciation for Crawford’s six month absence from official duties to devote time to repatriation work.
The Government announced an independent inquiry into transport in Sydney and Newcastle led by a single appointee. It will cover rail and bus staffing, supply forms, adequacy of rolling stock, and the finance position in the Department of Road Transport and Tramways. Public cooperation is expected to ensure the facts are presented clearly.
Prime Minister Chifley adheres to policy amid ACTU talks. Emergency Committee to meet today to assess wage pegging and potential strikes. Government to consider base wage adjustments and a forthcoming arbitration ruling. Women’s employment aims to extend minimum rates. act advisory, not binding. Participants include Mr Chifley and key ACTU officials.
Forceful views by Mr Chifley during talks with ACTU representatives yield no firm government promise on wage increases. Delegations discuss amending arbitration act and women's employment provisions while considering court challenges if no wage relief is granted. The discussions, framed by economic prudence and potential court actions, extend with uncertainties following the death of a prominent architect.
Troops aboard the liner Kanimble were loaded amid rain at Pyrmont as workers struck and refused to continue, with more than 1000 escorting troops set to sail for Japan. Officers and relatives gathered, while two entertainment parties prepared aboard for the voyage.
Unclear report notes a sheep killed in a road incident near London Circuit and mentions a person named Angus Mortlock from Queanbeyan who searched for a drover but found no sign of dogs or further clues. police details are scant.
A horse collapsed and died on the track at Newcastle on a cold Tuesday morning. The animal, owned and trained by a local trainer, was part of the No. 2 Grasax event. Officials are investigating the incident and the cause remains to be determined.
A government briefing notes a state programme for hospitals with allocations near nine million pounds. Officials warn labour and material shortages may delay spending while outlining planned hospital construction and modernization efforts.
Weather bulletin reports widespread rain across New South Wales, with flood warnings in parts. Heaviest rainfall recorded in Home Vale Bathurst Lithgow Orange and Oberon, temperatures cooled by up to twenty three degrees from yesterday, further showers and thunderstorms forecast for eastern areas.
Prime Minister Mr. Chifley will award the town pennant for the highest outlay in the Security Loan. Civic Representative Mr. C Daley will receive the pennant at a special function in Parliament House. The programme starts at 2.10 pm with a brief address by the Prime Minister.
In Canberra a large exhibit at the National Gallery is opening with works from Australian and Aboriginal artists. Director Sir Mlasingham discusses public access, aims to counter misreadings, and invites locals to view pieces including Still life by Margaret, Native flowers, and Doria Castle. The show runs Friday evenings this week with extended hours.
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