Interment Plans and Military Returns Post Peace Treaty
Ancestral burial details for a Returned Soldier portion are outlined with plans for interment at General Cemetery Canberra. The procession starts from Giles Street Kingsmead with services at St John’s Church, followed by funeral rites at the cemetery. Notes discuss postwar troop redeployment and potential police force reforms in Britain and Australia after peace.
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Bisley
Aloeter
Cameerre
Gaderal
Giles Street
Kings Ea
SS John's Church
Ie Chan Ee Ige
Bet
Government House Gardens Open on Sunday
Government House gardens will open Sunday afternoon with members of the Hor Goelbera Society in attendance to assist in preparation and to direct visitors. Caletonler Boccly's pipe band will perform during the event as Red Cross ladies conduct an inspection of the grounds.
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Government House
Canberra
Hor Goelbera Society
Amiat
Sirute
Boccly
Mombere
Forecast The Misty Metropolis Weather Note
Fragmentary weather note describes winds shifting from north to south and moderato temperatures. Mentions Tuesday and Sunday with unclear details and potential warm spell. Contains garbled station names and dates, lacking clear locations or figures.
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Fairbairn
Ria
Canberra Weather Brief Snapshot
Wind at 9am and afternoon gusts noted with unclear values due to damaged OCR. Contains fragmented directions and speeds, mentioning WNW and light breeze, with incomplete times and units.
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Somsitaues Rust
Beacan Intingret
Health Minister reports six month import figures for stock
The Minister for Health announced figures covering six months to June 20 detailing stock imports to Australia. Domestic animals from the United Kingdom, New Zealand and Canada were quarantined. Imports from the UK and Canada underwent quarantine. other origins had different post arrival handling.
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Nator McKenna
Uist
United King
Calnfall Registra
Dom
New Zealand
Canada
United Ory Kingdom
Pate
Aconam
Ededland Animale
Rowevir
Cancherre
Burpendry
Lenportara
Adumunaby
Reform of the British Lords and Australian Senate Powers
The article discusses curtailing the powers of the House of Lords and reforming the Australian Senate. It argues that reductions in Lords powers are symbolic without a real method for broader reform and notes limited gains from electoral or appointment changes. It also questions the impact of Senate reform on resolving Britain’s and the Commonwealth’s current difficulties.
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Brian
Australi
Queensland
New Bouts Wales
Legislative Council
House of Review
Australian Senate
Australie
Senate
Uve
Systara
Wich Petraite
Ume
Cue
Bamatya
Tha
Australis
Labour Party
Unier
Lordey
House of
House of Lords
Britain
British Commonwealth of the World
Briteain
Claims of Banking Accounts Operated Since 1915
Report from London notes 1915 banking accounts linked to Commonwealth Bank and allied funds. Parliament discusses payments to prisoners of war and war service accounts, detailing recoveries and postwar pensions amid calls for transparency and accountability.
Brazil Breaks Off Relations With Russian Government
The Brazilian government announces a break in diplomatic relations with Russia citing a shift in policy and a weakening of ties as officials assess the international stance and implications for regional diplomacy.
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Brazil
Dio Janeiro
Sunderland Flying Boat Crash Shocks Sea Rescue Efforts
Report from Sunderland describes a flying boat crash into the sea near Bouth with a fire on arrival. Eyewitness accounts say several occupants are dead or severely burned and were pulled from the wreckage as rescue ships, including the steamship Charles Parsons, attempt to reach survivors.
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London
Tur
Sunderland
Trs
Ever
Steemer
Charles Parsons
Australian table tennis finals scramble for titles
Entry confusion marks the Australian junior table tennis finals. Players Mark Dantien and F Bowler lead as events shift to a fortnight end schedule with new formats. Nereldea stamplone and Peerae annudae listed for rap events while aims for standard ERtagianatipe play.
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Onmiiner
Mark Dantien
Anal Sang Besbadow
Yeatel Sauaed
Hell On
Savuruay
Ekipa
Ertagianatipe
Nereldea Stamplone Ne Peerae Annudae
ENR
Truck Driver Injured After Hitting Post Near Cullertur
Frank Muy, 32, of Collector, was knocked unconscious when his vehicle struck a post on the roadside near Cullertur. He explained he swerved to avoid an oncoming truck, lost consciousness briefly, then regained and rode to Cambers with a passenger. He received care at the Community Memorial for lacerations to the face, concussion, and shock before returning home.
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Cullertur
Frank Muy
Wee
Hit & Post
Fuad
Itr
Muy
Canbeers
Monorial
Hungarian arrest of black market leader reported
Prague press notes a Hungarian police operation against a major black market leader. Authorities claim the crackdown uncovered a vast network with arms, cigarettes, foreign currency, and military supplies. The case centers on leader Bator and alleged ties to frontier smuggling rings.
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Prague
Authoritien
Biackenarket
Rade Pravo
Multtroll
Hionajre
Mator
Mathering
Bator
Land settlement for ex soldiers amid government plans
The Minister for War Construction told MPs that 0.44 million applications have been received under the Land Settlement and Employment Act, offering loans up to £1000. Of these, 84,714 have been approved and 6139 are pending, as the government advances settlement schemes for ex soldiers.
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Ecenrviceien
Linger Uio
Hamilton
Yeatarsay
War Service and Settlement
Hind Boon
Labour Rosters To Menzies in Parliament Debate
Fragmented report notes Labour rosters to Menzies and a March debate in the House of Representatives. Mentions tentative plans, speaking roles, and a potential government approach with ministers Ward and Burke discussed amid party quarrels.
Government House Question on 3400 Renovation Funds
Mr Anthony questioned government plans to spend 3400 on renovations over the coming year at Government House Stowe. He cited prior 478,000 and 200 expenditures and asked why funds are allocated amid diplomatic fallouts and biases abroad.
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Anthony
Rdchmanst
Stowe
Hanie Hous
Jon
Mr Y
Political Bias in Appointment of Commissioners
disputing government appointments to central commissions and their partisan impact. critics argue selections favor Labour, while officials claim nominees bring expertise and impartiality, amid charges of political bias and cronyism in the process.
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Blackburn
Pheisan Mento
Pontine
Fiactionalime Portane
Brignnler
Bierkturn
Ranka
Lato
Australian Bounty On Manufacture Of Tractors
Australian production of tractors is forecast to reach 22 958 units over the next four years. In a House of Representatives debate, Agriculture Minister Pollard introduced a bill to extend a three year bounty on production. He outlined projected outputs for 1947 48 and 1949 50 and noted currency exchange as a factor in encouraging local manufacture. MP Ryan (Flinders) secured adjournment of the debate.
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House of Representatives
Ate
Pollard
Australis
Lahea
T Wr. Ryan
Flinders
Stolen Cal Calyx Oil Items From Railway Cargo
Two men were jailed after being convicted on three counts of stealing oil and equipment from Railway Cargo. They faced additional charges over testing a device and conveying property for a municipal rail authority. The court noted the contraband included used gear and plant items linked to calyptus operations.
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Wiat Cour Yooterday Immandin Weight
Cae Her
Arunue Predarich Bireliy
Abunter
Taine
Ain
Sotor
Eine
Railways Department
Government eyes dollar import curtailment measures
Reported discussions show Australia weighing tighter controls on dollar imports as government seeks to trim expenditure by approximately 109 million dollars. Officials note current restrictions have saved about 33 to 40 million, with further cuts debated to limit dollar outflow.
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Ananda
Australia
Government Price Talks End With Adjournment Debate
A government price measure for milk and dairy products faced a heated parliamentary session before adjournment. Fraser and Corser clashed over alleged misstatements while the opposition pressed for a vote on the price plan aimed at stabilizing the dairy market and safeguarding nutrition amid economic pressures.
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Utter
Ander
Taui- Sa
Rarle Page
Cowper
Melstaling
Pontnuoun
Fraser Rane
Rose
Wis Fraser
Mir Corser
Gimuutter
Cooper resigns as ambassador to Paris amid Labour shift
Rumors swirl that Mr. Cooper plans retirement as Sir Oliver Caaties Marvey is slated to replace the ambassador to Paris. The Foreign Office and Labour ministers face pressure over the reshuffle with Foreign Secretary Bevin resisting calls for change.
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Cooper
Paris
London
Turmlay
Oliver Caaties Marvey
Bevin
Timeryers
Percy
Cuniltion Gavsneent
Paris Transport Strike Settled
Government and transport workers reach a wage settlement ending a strike that threatened further action. Officials announced an agreement after discussions aimed at addressing wage demands during the stoppage.
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Paris
London Food Prefences Delay Compromise Reach
London reports indicate ongoing difficulty in reconciling Anglo Commonwealth preferences with American interests. Both sides have not yet produced an agreement, having only narrowed some differences on minor commodities. The Times correspondent notes that approval of the Dumualons will influence the pace of negotiations and that neither side has a full counterpart ready to commit.
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London
Temahing
Influence Used On Judge KirIy Inquiry
Fragmentary report suggests influence allegations connected to Justice KirIy and inquiry proceedings. Names and details are unclear due to damaged text but reference to Prime Minister Chifley and Secretary of the Department are noted.
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Mr. Chifley
Kirby
Benere Attiule Inquiry
Kirly
Dee Perimont
Adele
Australian Navy to Launch Destroyers at Sydney and Victoria Yards
The government announced a two yard destroyer program with two ships to be launched at the Cockatoo Dockyard Sydney and Williamstown Victoria. Additional destroyers will follow, aiming to a five year naval buildup including aviation integration and a 475 million pound budget with annual 2.2 million wage averages.
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Aig
Royal Austritian Naval Byadrue
Onis
Cuckaloy
Sydney
Naval
Williasutown
Victoria
Srials
Mir
Jurdan
Fweyrar
Tve
Ita Gwi
Ia.a.f
Necomary
Tax policy shifts extend zone allowances for troops in Japan
Parliament debates amendments to income tax rules affecting Australian forces stationed in Japan. The draft measures expand the zone allowance and crediting system, easing tax for service members abroad while simplifying employer obligations. Opposition parties seek adjournment as the bill moves forward.
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Forcea Merving
Japan
Turer
Chifley
Hill
Die Peuaarien
Chiney
Tao
Chiney Ania
Stampa Arid
Uelaa
Australian plans for Pacific may affect naval strength
The Australian Minister for the Navy said Britain reducing naval strength in the Pacific could raise defence costs for Australia. He noted information delays complicating predicting effects while stressing Australians want fewer reductions and a longer five year plan.
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Pacific
Biritain
Feviaton
Yeaterday
Britain
Riordan
Minnist
Oben
Snipe
Reserva
Premier opens conference amid mixed remarks and publicity
A chaotic report outlines a conference opening with leaders such as Mr McGin and McOimtedt, noting heavy publicity, political tensions, and varied responses from politicians, police, and press groups. The piece lists attendees from multiple organizations and media outlets, highlighting ongoing debate over press freedom and public messaging.
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Colonie
McGin
McGirraml
Police
Tere Pabers
Eade
Tna Sunes ‘Ie
McGirramd
Indarry
Tony
Aul An Kenalon
oMceea
Atest Prealett
T. Shabenpaare
J.C. Priet
Murwildlumbas
J. Brading
Teraats
Baungrave
Iawarre Mercy
Widhngone
Gommitves
Omy
Peice
P_ Drover
Arms Narraera
Pi “Har
Ministerial addresses featured in information brochure report
A fragmentary note describes a brochure listing speeches by the information minister. It mentions the House of Representatives and a reply by Mr Hamilton, with references to the monthly circuit and a central office. The readable text is sparse and lacks full context.
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Maniatr Fey
Pogstruction
Hamilton
Patriotic Funds Disposal Debate Returns to Commons
A fragmented report outlines government spending on patriotic funds and defence budgets. It notes a proposed £88 million allocation and a parliamentary debate chaired by ministers and representatives, with references to pensions and military costs.
Hunter River Wins Golf Champion Title
Hunter River claims the golf champion title amid a South Coast defense showing strong play. The event featured tight competition as River edged rivals in the final rounds.
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Hunter River
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