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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 25, 1947
Page
4
Readers see a garbled record referencing a gathering or lecture by Reverend F. Smith and others including Andrew Forrest, with mentions of political topics, a planned event, and a deadline around November 1. The text is highly corrupted, reducing clarity on date, place, and precise aims.
Canberra swimming pool opens on a Saturday with hours from 6.00 am to 2.00 pm and 2.30 pm to 7.00 pm. Admission includes adult monthly and junior monthly tickets, family passes, and season rates with lockers at 30 per day. Licensing sittings announced for the Court House Canberra on November 10 and December 17.
The article argues for reviewing export and import policies to reduce dollar leakage. It notes Australia should expand overseas tourism, transport, and hospitality to attract foreign currency, while limiting overseas travel and dollar outflows. It calls for following British procedures to curb dollar loss and to bridge the gap between export earnings and imports.
Australian reports discuss possible federal electoral redistribution. Queensland faces potential creation of one additional member in the House of Representatives, with the Commonwealth Electoral Office expected to certify to the government once state figures are finalized.
Fragmentary weather note from Canberra with garbled text. It hints at a fine mild day with scattered clouds and light south winds, and an afternoon northward trend. Additional lines reference eastern districts and southern regions with mention of dust and temporary changes.
Weather notes from Canberra at Fairbairn show barometer readings and wind details. Rainfall records list totals for the Southern Tavilan region with 4 hour and daily totals, noting places like Bechlels, Kianére, Adaminady, Jind, and Toumbong.
A distorted weather report from NSW describes a gale on the coastal region with sudden temperature drops and heavy rain. Forecasters note a cold night across the North Coast with unseasonable winds and showers high in the interior.
A timber factory in Sydney burned for four hours early Friday morning, scorching the timber yard and destroying housing and supplies. Fire brigades fought the blaze as crews sought the origin, with extensive damage reported to machinery and stock.
Sydney judge Bainrain Quarter Seraionn to ny Autige Molden said he would not tolerate crimes of violence. Maxwell James Fleming Percival Jobo Mim Fanell, both 19, convicted of assault robbery. Jury described cr ne and wicked assault on a elderly man.
ACT cricket selections for the Burns Cup include senior and under 21 teams traveling to Crookwell and Goulburn for three matches starting Sunday November 18. The program notes a district lecture by Me Fingleton and plans for ACT to play India at Canberra in late December amid a busy schedule.
Sydney reports from a national conference outline leadership names and roles. Albert Joseph of Taineorth praised as a longtime figure in the Australian Pro. 1 Sinciat Pras Hy Wan and New South Wales Country 3 Prean Association. GB Rolph of Launcenton elected president amid a list of executive officers and regional representatives across Australia.
A house fire in Singleton at 8 am caused a baby to suffocate while two other children aged four and two or three were rescued with the aid of a ladder. The infant was Dianne Veronica Vaunter of Srape Mra y Hiurke, with other children Margaret and Pati reported as saved.
In Sydney on Friday the secretary of the Farmers Association warned that government action may trigger an egg shortage. Br Broadington reported two dozen producers threatening to withhold supplies, signaling tension in the local agricultural sector.
Mr Wid Garnett was elected president with Mr Palmer Whyte as vice president, Mr M Holmes as secretary, Mr C With as captain, and Messrs F X Avrohten Anan J Garbess as committee. A state champion event in Anacapitaky was planned with a simultaneous exhibition and a visit by five Sydney A grade players. The Canberra Times approved publicity for the event.
Population figures show the Australian Capital Territory doubling over 14 years with nominal counts: 9,002 males and 7,613 females in 1985. Dr Wilson reports national totals and state shares, noting that growth stems from births and migrations, with Australia’s population near 7.08 million.
Adelaide reports describe a high scoring innings where Beaman and multiple players posted centuries against India as South Australia totalled 271. Individual scores include Beaman 102 not out, Ali? Une 737, Tt. Cpoe 100, Braman 103 not out, with Raviman reaching a half century. Bradman’s controversial innings and a near continuous opening stand dominated early play, while India struggled with bowlers and fielding as the match wore on.
An early 20th century report notes wheat prices advancing on the world market. The article mentions Near Eastern, American, and European influences lifting the price, with traders reacting to shifting supply and demand dynamics.
Fragmented report of petitions presented against bank nationalisation in parliament. Describes signatures, signatures verification, and procedural disputes among MPs including Hamilton Swan and Morrison, with Speaker Rosenyart ruling on petition presentation and parliamentary rules amid interruptions and threats of removal.
Senator Cooper urged a full review of pension rates for widows and dependents amid higher living costs. He cited the need to adjust the pension to a more adequate level and pressed for consideration of ex‑servicemen and war widows in the Canberra budget debate. The press response noted officials would study all pensions but warned changes would require broader policy action.
Sydney reports a forthcoming budget presentation by Premier McGiern within a fortnight. The drift of state accounts shows a deficit around £1,000,000 for the quarter ending September 30, versus the previous corresponding period.
Fragmented report details opposition to teacher delegates in Mesien City during a conference. Mentions AM Lewis and Alvi, Prime Minister IMEC Chifley, a cautious government stance, and questions about affiliations with the Communist Party. Government officials deny knowledge of group ties and discuss security concerns.
At a Friday conference the Australian Provincial Press Naroviation warned that if six private banks were nationalized it would be harmful. The governor Mr McKerihan noted the Floral Bank was free of politics and cited 443 million in assets and 65,187,608 in some value. He proposed Australia set up its own bank system.
Mr. Charton Metcalf, noted amateur naturalist, will visit Central Australia during January. He plans anthropological studies among aborigines and will seek data from the Australian Institute and Sydney University. Metcalf, formerly of Mort, has made three prior trips to Alice Springs and maintains a private museum of weapons and artifacts from his explorations.
Parliament discusses how Australia should respond to Manus Island, with ministers hinting at inland arrangements and future defense considerations. Prime Minister Chifley answers Dame Lynne’s questions about withdrawal and the government’s stance on maintaining fatialapons and future ARAN development amid pressure from Britain and reports cited by Alex McKee.
A fragmented note references a central government inquiry into tobacco production in Australia. Mentions experts who could advise on technical and economic aspects, with emphasis on policy and management.
The District Committee chaired by Lasty Baden reports progress with Canberra guides facing changes. Youth and community leaders express mixed feelings as support for Woodhni grows, while recalling past ties and aiming for stable plans ahead.
The article catalogs multiple church activities including Roman Catholic, Presbyterian, and Baptist services. It lists times for mass and Sunday school, sermon plans, collections, and upcoming festival observances across several parishes and locations with several clergy named.
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