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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 18, 1947
Page
4
An interest on the MONTHLY BHOW Lecture announced by Mr Ge Judge of Spring Hall. Event slated for October 20 at 4 pm. Christmas gifts and decorations featured at Ainslie Hall alongside the Spring Fair with various stalls and activities.
A jumble of notices announces industrial board determinations on wages and conditions for miscellaneous workers watchmen and others, with references to gazette publications and dates. It also notes consultations with Elizabeth Arden and a female consultant to answer feminine health questions, offering free advice without charge.
Large 6 ton van arriving from Melbourne on 29th October seeking loading or part loading for forward and return en route. For particulars contact 263 Waverley Rd East Malvern Victoria.
Forecast for the 94 hours ahead indicates some cloud and wind updates. Expect light to moderate gusts from the west to northeast with a generally slight sea state. Highlands may see mixed weather as the front moves through.
Fragmentary weather note from Canberra indicates a Friday forecast with sporadic data at 3 pm and 8 pm. The unreadable OCR includes measurements like inches and wind terms, with several illegible digits and place names, yielding a partial, unclear forecast.
The Canberra Times reports that early wheat harvest estimates point to a record yield. Australia could see 215 million bushels, amended by 30 million, against prices that may tighten supply. Strong production offers insulation against world price shocks, but rising prices risk expanding wheat areas and harming profitability for growers.
The Commonwealth Government indicated intention to study technical issues related to increasing food production for export to Australia. Talks covered improving wheat production, oil seed crops, and potential market expansion. Officials noted needed support measures and price mechanisms to aid producers while ensuring sustainable farming practices.
The Canberra FALCA event saw TMA defeat the Krix It Gang in the final of the Bircade table tennis competition. The winning score stood at 19 games to 880 pinta. The pinning team included Hall Mostra and Mitenell among others.
The Rationing Commission reviews wool and cotton stocks in Australia and keeps the current coupon levels for the next rationing year starting September. No final decision yet but plan to maintain existing provisions to avoid panic buying, with government to decide on support if price gaps arise.
A policy of abolishing the means test on social advantage payments would cost the Commonwealth Government 35 million pounds, the Prime Minister Mr. Shiftey told Mr. Lawcon in the House of Representatives yesterday. He said the question was always under consideration.
A twin engined Bristol type plane was forced down in the Mediterranean off the Balearic Islands. The French News Agency said a team recovered 40 passengers from the craft. The report notes 30 passengers and other details were unclear from the damaged text.
Hondon Pritay wins the lightweight title by defeating Bray Haw in a British championship match. The report notes a remand in a separate case and mentions multiple unrelated items, including a tax case and a remand for investigation.
Fragmentary transcript shows Prime Minister denying charges on land control amid an inquiry overseen by Commonwealth Court. Lang criticizes selective treatment of individuals including Parry and Lash, while Judge Kirby is praised as fair. Chifley defends inquiry procedures and dismisses claims of political influence or improper promotion.
A 1947 forecast by Commonwealth Stations and De Felons Wil son projects the Australian wheat crop near 215 million bushels for the coming season. Estimated planted area totals about 14 million acres with production spread across South Australia, Western Australia, and larger export markets. World demand remains uncertain as nations like USA Canada and Argentina anticipate large crops. 1947-48 production could top 1.436 billion bushels globally.
Deputy faster of Oppeti tion Harvioin challenged Senator Amour to refute charges raised outside the House of Representatives regarding Rinopdurt at Men Francisco. Harrison cited Mr. J Brown’s public statements about Amour’s conduct but Amour refused to respond, with government funding and overseas trips a point of contention.
Fragmented notes show Grafton council weighing a plan for immunization against whooping cough. Dr. Barry Sinn, mayor of Scone, commented on government action and the aim to establish immunization data amid uncertain public support.
Fragmentary OCR text reports a Friday event in Sydney tied to the Fourth Security Loan and international efforts. It mentions Australia Canada relations with disputed results and political commentary by a speaker referencing Mr Chufey and Mr Béomone amid a public grievance.
Government discussions in Sydney and Wellington targeted consolidation of private banks in Australia and New Zealand. Plans discussed to have Commonwealth Bank buy private bank branches or assets if private banks resist. Prime Ministers Chidey and Fraser attended preparatory talks ahead of broader capital and peace settlement agendas.
Report of heated debate over co operative banks and government nationalisation. Prime Minister Chifley and ministers defend controlling banking to avert totalitarian influence, while opposition warned of loss of democratic freedoms and urged caution against state takeover.
A wartime surplus funds survey shows remaining patriotic money in towns cities and villages. The government plans one bill to allocate and alert the public to the use of these funds under restoration authority.
A long, OCR heavy parish update lists Anglican and Catholic services across multiple churches including St. Christopher’s and the Bishop, with confirmations, youth groups, baptisms, and hymns. It includes schedules for Evensong, Morning Prayer, Holy Communion, and various youth events, plus general notices on doctrinal meetings and governance discussions.
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