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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 28, 1944
Page
2
In Canberra October 26 at Allawah Private Hospital a son was born to Mr and Mrs Graham Douglas Raymond. Death notice for Canberra Church of Envian Girls' Grammar School Canberra ACT
News in brief from Sydney states Lieut L Mair son of MLA A Mair escaped captivity after being prisoner of war in enemy hands. The note appears in a May 1041 army casualty list issued after the Malta government defeat. Other items report Australian and American war casualties and a strike by waterside workers at Bond stores.
A 40 ft naval launch with four crew aboard disappeared in a rain squall while sailing from Geelong to Melbourne. The craft left Geelong at 10 am and reached Appleton's Dock at 4 30 pm before reports said it separated from a separate barge. A search by air and sea began but rough conditions forced a return.
Weather forecast for South-eastern Districts and Tablelands notes cold showery conditions with south-westerly winds, easing later. New South Wales expected cool to cold with showers mainly in southern areas, with winds easing to moderate and conditions improving by Sunday.
Barometer readings at 9 am and 3 pm show 20.778 and 29.698 inches respectively. Temperatures recorded include 81.4 degrees at 3 pm, with a maximum of 84 degrees and minimum around 34.4 degrees. Winds shift from WNW to NW, around 6 to 7 mph.
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The Canberra Times notes the government’s 1924 Canberra development policy to place central Commonwealth departments in Canberra, and warns of stealth efforts to undermine it. It cites transfers of public servants’ residences to other capitals, risk to policy, and calls for scrutiny by the Public Service Board and possibly the Auditor-General. It highlights transfers from the Department of Social Services to Melbourne and stresses that such moves could undermine Canberra's status and policy.
Prime Minister Curtin said four ships were sunk and four more damaged by torpedo attacks in Australian waters between July 1942 and December 1943. Casualties totaled 156 dead and nine injured, with victims including Americans, Australians, and a Greek crew.
London reports a 24 hour period ending dusk Thursday saw more than 8 000 Allied bombers and fighters conduct daylight raids over Germany. Over 1 200 American heavy bombers attacked Guethal Bielefeld Munster and Hanover targets guided by Thunderbolts and Mustangs. Roles by Lancasters and escorts hit Leverku nen Farben Chemical works. No planes missing. Cologne defenses engaged. Six of ten escort fighters reported missing from Wednesday were found away from bases.
The Acting Commonwealth Statistician reports falls in both exports and imports for Australia’s overseas merchandise trade to September, with civil exports at £623,000 and civil traders’ goods worth £6,956,000, down from the previous year. Three months to September show exports at £21,733,000 and imports at £23,085,000 with rises in some categories.
The Canberra district wool harvest set a wartime record as Mr. H. Curran of Ginnin won the top price under the wartime appraisement scheme. The clip from his Merriman blood stock at Deasland sold at Goulburn for the highest bids, with prices ranging from AAAW 30id to AAW 21d per lb.
Rear Admiral Hussey, head of the Bureau of Ordnance, announced in Boston that starting March the rocket production programme will cost 100 million dollars monthly. He noted this would be part of a larger ammunition outlay, with total ammunition expenditure reaching 350 million dollars by March.
The Navy Department reports about 23 battleships in operation with the fleet in the Pacific. Two new 2700-ton super cruisers are planned. Britain is described as possessing around 14 battleships and 8 heavy cruisers with 50 to 60 aircraft carriers and 60 to 70 minor craft. At war’s end, two great sea powers will dominate, with significant losses noted.
Simplifying of formalities had not drawn any increased response from American servicemen wishing to settle in Australia after the Pacific war, an official spokesman said yesterday. He noted that so far more than 50 inquiries had been received and dealt mainly with land laws and general settlement conditions. He added that no greater response at the moment was likely.
The London Gazette reports Captain David Jamieson of the Royal Norfolk Regiment earned the Victoria Cross for leading a company that secured a bridgehead over the Orne south of Grimbauy Normandy and repelling seven German counterattacks. Lieut Acting Captain Stich Allmand of the Sixth Gurkha Rifles received a posthumous VC after dying from wounds sustained during an assault on Pinko Road bridge Burm, where he neutralized enemy positions with grenades.
An official spokesman announced a posthumous mention in despatches for special services in the South West Pacific. The late Sub-Lieutenant Page of the Royal Australian Navy is cited, but security reasons prevent divulging the specific services at present.
The Acting Governor General Wigton Dugan dispatched a message to the King’s private secretary conveying sincere regret at the death of Her Royal Highness Princess Beatrice. The Government and people of Australia extend deepest sympathy and sorrow to the royal family.
Sir Owen Dixon and Lady Dixon with their four children arrived in Sydney today. He said America had cordial regard for Australia and that American soldiers inquired about migrating after the war. He noted the European war may extend into the next northern spring. He had interviews with President Roosevelt, General Marshall, and Admiral King before departing Washington.
A novel radio location aid for the blind has been developed by Captain HG Rotand a acoustician at Saint Dunstan’s Hospital London. The flat portable instrument on a tray with earphones emits a noise when obstacles are within a chosen range to guide a blind person. A pocket sized model weighing one cun is envisioned to allow safe free movement.
A grenade explosion during practice at the Watsosla training school injures twelve RAAF sergeants and kills Sergt. John Hille of West Ryde. Other injured listed include Alexander Brown of West Ryde and multiple men from Sydney suburbs and nearby towns.
Greek Archbishop Timotheus preached after a thanksgiving Mass for Greece's liberation. The Greek Consul General Vrilankiag Jaida laid a wreath at the Cenoph, marking a moment of national gratitude amid years of hardship and martyrdom described by the cleric.
In conjunction with the Victory Sports Carnival at Acton Racecourse on Saturday November 11 a buggy race and related events will feature a draw for a family of six as the best citizens. Tickets on sale Friday November 10 with limited admission at Goulburn and Sydney. prize supported by Catholic Women Society. Dr Shewcroft comments on high birth rates and wartime social changes, noting shifts in marriage, career, and prostitution trends.
Sydney reports a protest over the proposed appointment at Goulburn Gaol amid claims of deputy victimisation. MLA J Seiffert pressed the Premier on alleged unfair discipline after a prisoner escape and weapon incident at Mutland Gaol, while Deputy Superintendent Turnbull faced no action.
A suspect was charged with concealment of birth after the discovery of a decomposed newborn female body at High Park Minnie. Veronica Thelmaaticnel, aged 41, appeared at Canberra Court yesterday and was remanded to appear again on November.
Minister for Agriculture Sy Gratum stated estimates show New Les will import 10 shells of wheat from abroad. He noted the current crop could yield pulling bushels, leaving a 10 million bushel shortage after a 20 million carryover, with total requirements at 1050 million duahea.
The government will train demobilised service personnel for rehabilitation. Education Minister VeMte Heffron said the program follows the Commonwealth Reconstruction Training Scheme. Initial training focuses on building trades with full time reconstruction courses already established for carpenters and joiners.
The Miners Federation declares time for shadow sparring over, with G W Grant stating district officials should skip compulsory Coal Reference Board conferences until standards powers are clarified. He notes the High Court ruling on J Connell overstepping authority regarding wage raises, while ministers face reduced allowances. Ten collieries idle today, losing 10 100 tons. weekly loss 44 206 tons, up from 32 500 last week.
The page lists multiple church services across Anglican, Roman Catholic, Presbyterian, and Methodist Congregational congregations. It covers times for Holy Communion, morning and evening worship, Sunday schools, and associated activities with notes on specific ministers and venues in various local parishes.
Testimony meeting held on the third Wednesday at 8 pm and Sunday service at 7 18 pm with visitors welcome. Subject titled Everianting Punjab ent and Sunday School at 10 30 am.
The Minister for Customs issued a standing order restricting newspaper use of new print for daily, Sunday and weekly papers without authorization. Dated October 48, the order replaces quarterly authorizations and says future changes will adjust newspaper allotments up or down as needed.
Saturday’s play produced several three point victories as leaders gain the edge. Manuka over University, Dun troon Star-Navy clash at Hneman, YMCA battles 8.17.1 at Ainslie, Cadets at Fairbairn, and Queanbeyan near a return to tie game with Fairbairn. Northbourne duels to secure an innings win over Horton T.1. Fortunes shift as teams press for outright honours amid tight margins.
Four youths aged 12 to 14 from Mittagong Farm Howe faced charges in Children's Court for plotting to wreck a train. They admitted thefts and placing obstructions on railway lines with cartridges and crowbars. The explosions occurred but caused no damage. an attempted theft of a government machine gun failed. Two boys were released on probation. the other two were committed to institutions with suspended orders on payment.
Church activities fill the schedule with Holy Communion services and processions. Remembrance prayers honor William Temps and all who helped the church, with clergy inviting names for prayers before Wednesday. The Feart of the King includes First Holy Communion and Exposition at St Johns and St Pauls, followed by devotions and a Sacrament procession. A Hallowe’en event, flower service, and Women’s Guild meeting are announced among parish events across Anglican and Methodist congregations.
Fragmentary notes describe ACT shearing conditions with indications of a lighter clip and low wool yield. Mentions scarce landings and fluctuating percentages, reflecting uncertain current wool output and market factors.
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