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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 23, 1947
Page
5
Fragmentary report describes a crowd converging near a transportation hub to address a feared danger at an airport facility. Officials outline a plan to relocate residents if needed and note a population facing displacement and rising costs.
Report notes British seamen deserting ships in Australia while 2,000 sailors remained active ashore. Details cite naval authorities and ongoing tensions in wartime ports.
A series of strikes disrupts bus services with sections unable to operate. The Conciliation Council will investigate the stoppages led by Mr Mackburn. Officials warn of delays and potential route suspensions in Wollongong and surrounding areas.
Yresn Boy remains the sole solid Cup candidate this week with a three point firming since Monday. Proctor unlikely to run in the Con Plate. Victory Lad and Pee Con set to start. Moonee Valley options loom with Phoenix Handicap and other Cup prospects at stake.
The Commonwealth Department of Interior failed to supply 312000 cold cash for hospitals at Cooma and Queanbeyan. Mag officer obtained funds elsewhere. Freight cut of £1800 impacted the Leninintive Assembly in March. Seutart suggested the department would withhold maps and control timber, asphalt and liver resources, delaying freight to the Capital Territory.
An old article argues a woman’s appearance reflects her health. It claims good complexion and vitality affect marriage prospects and social standing, noting that care and vigor improve facial expression while illness dulls it.
Reported remarks discuss Justice Sugarman's resignation and Justice Kirby's appointment to the Arbitration Court, with Prime Minister Chifley stating he was informed only after the events. The inquiry into the succession and related notices unfolded as officials tracked the changes.
Announcement calls for universal telephone service as a social goal. Senator Rankin cites the burden of telephony costs and asserts every household should have access, asserting it as a basic right for women amid debates about national infrastructure.
Personnel at Morotal reported beer without tobacco or cigarettes, five monte price, and no Ait troupe. The Army minister in Chisva and a representative said RA.A.F. members faced complaints while vehicles and aircraft from the service were involved.
The Department of Agriculture proposes a large scale wheat storage plan with 1,000,000 bushel capacity across sites in Natranr Jers Lacton Murcanil Yonda and Whitton. Investigations into handling methods and drastic steps to fix hopper issues are planned, with officers Cravvan and Mo Carthy cited.
In Sydney today the Legislative Assembly heard Deputy Leader of the Country Party question the selection of two Australian delegates to the United Nations Educational Science and Cultural Organization conference. Mr Medworth of Sydney Technical School and Mr Lewin head the Teachers Federation faced scrutiny over alleged Communist ties. The debate centered on whether these individuals should represent Australia abroad.
Waterside workers, who went on strike yesterday, were ordered back by the ministry concerned after government mediation. The dispute hinged on cargo handling terms and promised early consideration of wage or cargo reductions.
Australian secondary industry faces serious pressure from manufactured goods imported from the United Kingdom. Manufacturers urge government action to curb British competition, especially in vacuum cleaners and gloves. Officials study proposed remedies, including possible protection measures to prevent liquidation of domestic firms.
The Air Force announces a public recruitment drive to attract cadets apprentices and trainees aged 14 to 17 for entry into the permanent air service. The program promises educational and technical training, travel allowances, and home visits twice yearly as part of the apprentice scheme.
A government committee approved a salary incentive for country travellers living in Sydney and Wollongong or nearby areas. The plan sets minimum weekly pay and allowances for overnight stays away from home, with a £5 weekly allowance and extra terms for longer trips.
A Royal Australian Air Force Catalina will undergo take off experiments using ATO units supplied by the US Navy. Tests will occur at Point Cunk and Warribee range, then Rathmines to Paint Cook for fitting. Each unit provides about 1 000 pounds thrust for 12 seconds, enabling potentially dramatic water take offs.
The Centers Artlate Society presents its eighth annual exhibition at Masonic Hall with pastels, oils, and portraits by Dr A Flatechmann and Cxdrie, Aahlon, Anne Ole. Humbert portraits will be offered and a glass tile canvas by J Courtney Nashed adds appeal. The show runs daily with Sundays free until November 8.
Text reports a planned rise in basic wages affecting major cities including Melbourne Sydney Brisbane Adelaide Perth and Hobart with varying schedules and amounts. Details are unclear due to corrupted OCR but indicate nationwide pay adjustment beginning in November.
A tender notice invites offers for groceries for the Royal Australian Air Force. Details mention procurement unit in Canberra and forms available from the department secretariat. Deadline and contact points are listed for submission.
A noisy jumble of employment requests lost and found notices and classified ads. It lists applications for positions in kitchens and management, accommodation needs, lost bracelets, personal items, and a range of sale offers and wanted goods. Several items reference the Returned Soldiers' Act and ex-servicemen.
The paper invites attendees to a meeting on Child Management hosted by Mise Comber tonight at 6 pm at Mrs Upton's house 15 Wyreast Turner Lane. Nordavan, Hon. Secretary, notes an annual dinner at Moon Cafe with invitations to attend.
Search planes report wreckage on the east slope of the Andes in Eastern Peru. The missing United States weather plane occupants are believed dead. Intercepted radio contacts indicate all seven American soldiers aboard perished in the crash, according to early official updates.
Elizabeth Arden personal representative will attend trial week at Davine Pharmacy in Canberra to demonstrate products and advise on shade selection with no charge. Mina Matthews teaches proper usage and product benefits, offering half hourly appointments during her visit. contact 140 Davine Pharmacy Winburton Canberra.
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