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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 21, 1941

Page

3

Extension of Plans 3545 Close May Ve Called Up

Deputation of Labour members interviewed the Minister seeking home defence deferment for the duration of the war and better pay. They pressed to extend compulsory service and urged the Military Board and Advisory War council to act.

Labour Gore Military Board Waroyun London Mir Arneat Bevin Feoinlom Rome Odt Ian Dafne

Wool Clip Tests of Hair Content in Melbourne Study

After 13 months of testing, the Gordon Institute of Technology in Melbourne reports a wide range of wools examined for hair content. Breeds include Merino, Polwarth, Corriedale, Romney Marsh, Border Leicester, Rye, and Linseed types, with 10 to 40 percent hair presence in some samples. Further findings and breeding plans were delayed as results aim to determine if hair content is limited to certain types or present across all varieties. The study notes most MB types show trace to significant hair, affecting quality expectations. Arrangements for cross-breeding tests and seasonal operations were near completion as the current season ends.

Melbourne Méodsy Mb's Amm

Cold Germs Attracted By Constipation

A fragmented health column notes that cold germs may be attracted by constipation and that avoiding colds hinges on regular bowels. It promotes Dr Morar's Indian Root Pills as a remedy and mentions a daily dose of Tir according to promoting advice.

Morar

Purchase restrictions and war era procurements reported

A garbled wartime release notes Canada facing rationing and procurement efforts. It cites down payments for consumer purchases, freight launches from Vancouver, and broader industrial expansion metrics with references to government ministers, purchasing power, and supply chains amid wartime conditions. The text also mentions down payments, instalment plans, and shipping of war materiel to industrial sectors in Canada.

Brice Baars Van Sreckisey Board Sac Canada Jon Bays Vilan Enanda Owelve Moon Pamacaer Prznce Mr. Daley Vancouver Dominion Biatistica Eeplormant CAIV Bertuenber

Wool Exports to America Highlight Trade Note

A brief government note from Minister for Commerce Mr Lewity confirms new measures affecting wool exports to America. He states that in December a war was declared affecting trade dynamics and work assignments with affected shipments and policy implications.

Uenarica Lewity

Rural Industries Congratulates Minister on Policy Shift

The Rural Industries group congratulates the Minister for Commerce, Mr. Cully, on his announcement of policy changes affecting primary products and farm exemptions. Discussion notes indicate Britain and allied countries may receive food supplies as Australia’s output is viewed as needed abroad.

Cully Carriposttlan Mers Boutly Latour Lina Ain Gerais Britain Forde

Drastic Curtsilment Abroad Creates Uncertain View

Fragmentary OCR reads as a disrupted report on drastic curtailment affecting water, employment, and broader economic outlook. Names and specifics are unreadable, leaving the core issue obscured and the outcome unclear.

State Lottery Bidney and Local Names Spark Odd Notice

A garbled OCR item references a state lottery draw with several unclear names and places including Mrs BR Brad and Birman Gardens Waslend. It notes a prize and a date may 204 or Friday. The readable fragment mentions a request to satisfy a condition and a bidney event tied to taxation and principal resale ware.

Bidney Mondey Louery Notbwan Prissar Kangmoon Ross BR Bradmur Birman Gardens Waslend

Escaped Internee Hiding in State Forest

Melbourne reports an escaped internee believed to be hiding in a state forest near Toollee and Coldhambin. The fugitive, said to be Heinrich Lindner, is pursued by authorities and local prospectors who fear capture may be days away.

Melbourne Hainrich Lindner Grr Tate Toollee Coldhanbbin Aarhemantr Betanas

British Bombing Relief Fund fundraiser update

A brief notice details the British Bombing Relief Fund and its fundraising status. Names of organizers and dates are not fully legible in the fragment, but the item references ongoing efforts to support victims and reconstruction. Further readable lines indicate community involvement and local support activities.

Wine with meals and Mermaids of Amatratians

Fragmentary OCR text discusses wine with meals and customs of serving wine. Mentions Neilthy custom and a court official named Mr Tonald along with references to New Gainea and external Tarr orla. Content is garbled and names are unclear.

Adopeltig Ie Neilthy Wanik Wing Murhaire Tonald Junge New Gainea New Gainea. | External Tarrorla Gensior Fame Mnemmeiing

Britain’s Post War Problem Across the Atlantic

A New York Times analysis argues Britain’s postwar weakness stems from creditor status and trade imbalances. It warns that without expanding exports and restoring import capacity, Britain risks prolonged dependence on foreign supply, hindering recovery and reshaping its international role.

Unclear OCR Fragment on Central New Guinea Event

A fragmented OCR note references Central New Guinea and names like Banatar Peanet and Denali of Vere Seyi. It mentions a prior government refining applications and members of opposing parties facing expulsion threats. Tam Minletes announced an investigation into police actions with a later decision pending.

Alealler Dermlasioe

Minister Calls for Expanded War Equipment Production

An incomplete message records a minister urging increased Allied war supply as America aims to bolster munitions output. The minister vows to push for more tanks guns rifles and related equipment to support the war effort.

Mer Asarice Tully Call Paige Saha Tee Alnister

Melbourne Tea Prices and Government Price Talks Report

A fragmentary report outlines discussions on tea prices in Melbourne. The Minister for Custome and Senator Kanno Bas push for full price controls, with potential talks tonight involving Professor Copland and the Assistant Prices Commissioner Mr. 4eturthy. The piece mentions tobacco excise and merchants but details are unclear.

Melbourne Munday Kanno Bas Vontes Copland 4Eturthy

Food relief debate and winter hunger aid in occupied area

A fragmented report discusses famine risk for children in occupied territory and government failure to ensure food rations. It cites concerns over moral responsibility and calls for decisive action to feed vulnerable populations amid harsh winter conditions.

Hoover

Snake Incident At Canberra Hospital Creates Stir

A report from Canberra Community Hospital describes a stray snake found in the laundry area causing a stir. Staff acted quickly to remove the animal and secure the premises while investigations continued into how the reptile entered the hospital.

Canberra Community Hospital Notser Quatre Brown Peilent

Vicious Magpies Attack Residents in Curiously Noted Incident

An unusual attack by a magpie gang near Wentiane led to punctured wounds and a hospital visit for a young man named Byrne. Authorities described the event as a violent encounter causing fear among children and onlookers in the neighborhood.

Novetin Magpie Rentivatus Caravalen Chihacen Une Tharp Bean Testarday Mim Byrne Wentiane Cafferra Hostal

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