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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 02, 1946
Page
2
Readable parts show a jumble of names like Aneel Daphne Lea and Gore with scattered terms. No clear event, place, date, or outcome emerges to form a coherent news item.
Fragmentary fiscal notes show revenue collections and wartime budget items. The report mentions totals near 437,000,000 AML, with 150,073,000 from a primary revenue stream and 187 line items including views and drone advances. Pension funding and national wear fund allocations are noted alongside age pensions and basic allowances.
R M C defeated Navy 72 to 12 in a wide open rugby match at DaMtonn with early Navy pressure fading as Monaghan, Jarman, and Stevens sparked tries. The home side built from penalties and strong general play to secure a decisive victory, while Navy battled throughout and scored late consolation points.
Canberra debuts a win in a tense women’s hockey match as Ganberre leads with two goals. Lythes, Ruth Het Dawn, Delia Gibhann, and Bell contribute for Canberra while Murthy Cowal, McPher Kor Canberra, and N Davies help secure the victory over a resilient opponent.
Fragmentary forecast note reports scattered precipitation and variable conditions across the South Eastern Districts. Mentions fog or mist in some areas, with waves and sea state described as moderate to rising, and unsettled winds affecting coastal tables and nearshore waters.
Barometer readings and temperature data are summarized with times and a sequence of coded figures. The report includes estimates of highest and lowest temperatures and humidity levels across Canberra and surrounding areas for the day.
The 1930s broadcast by Br Neville Chamberlain denounces general European aggression and urges against a renewed war. He stresses the need for peaceful negotiation through international bodies, warning that rhetoric and indiscriminate blame threaten stability and the possibility of future conflict.
The Duchess of Thmevster and her husband hosted a royal birthday reception at the Meherlandis Lee Ration in Canberra yesterday morning. Dutch minister Baron Fr. Van Aerseen and Baroness Vu Aersein attended. The event marked the birthday of Queen Williclonin.
A garbled report discusses export restrictions on certain goods. It references Australis, Marl ailier, and a toponymic mix with mentions of denims, refrigeration, and manufacturers. The piece names Mr BF Alypnas and Anton, notes an export spokesman and a proposal about timing.
An experimental radar guided ploughing device was used on English farms. The apparatus, originally invented for guiding aircraft, was adapted to plough up four thousand acres. The machine deployed a series of mirrored probes and moved in precise steps, with left and right tines extending to control soil work.
A heated national campaign unfolds this week as Prime Minister and opposition leader prepare broadcast appearances. Mr. Chifley and Mr. Curtin-era figures feature in planned radio and studio announcements across Canberra, outlining defence and industrial policy and signaling potential shifts in taxation and public works amid a tense political climate.
Three persons were injured in accidents in the town Saturday night and Sunday afternoon. One victim was taken to Community Hospital with head injuries while another was severely burned and amputations were reported. Emergency crews rushed to the scene as bystanders watched a bus collide with a streetcar near Main Street.
Report details preparations for a rebuilt Commons chamber. Work on foundations began during war, with partial completion planned by autumn. The new chamber is expected to take three to four years, while alternative meeting spaces are used.
The provisional administration in New Guinea faces criticism as MPs and opposition leaders charge government neglect of native staff. Reports claim ministers failed to allocate funds or provide proper accommodation, prompting calls for accountability and reforms within the colonial administration.
Kathleen Tuohy and Kathleen Potajymy presented a chamber music program featuring works by Dvorak, Ravel, Brahms, and others. The recital showcased tender interpretations amid Sydney audiences, with piano and violin performances highlighting the ensemble.
An undated Sydney gathering examined Henry Lawson's ties to social justice and labor ideals. Speakers praised Lawson as a democratic, unionist figure shaping Australian thought, noting his enduring influence on literature and national identity.
Reported remarks by a deputy leader of the opposition relate to a smuggling case. The Prime Minister is pressed to disclose the person guiding alleged contraband packages and the involvement of a former secretary to a high cabinet official. The evidence includes questioned baggage and searches, with accusations of coercion and improper identification. The scene centers on who directed the woman to carry items and the handling of the related investigation.
Mr Holt defends high tax levels on a Sunday broadcast from Sydney radio, arguing Australia faces global tax competition. He cites a government endowment plan, noting a 40 percent tax cut proposal and a child welfare scheme, while detailing family eligibility and ongoing government efforts.
A pensioner, identified as Bilgrin Prown and Arthur Prown, both residents of Alvorwal district, were found living near a creek. One man, unable to escape, clung to a tree as a helper pulled him from the water. Rescue efforts by Norae and Conn Saunders saved another man, while the accompanying horse pulled the overturned wagon from the bank. The incident occurred after the creek, at least 10 feet deep, claimed a life.
Miners leaders in Newcastle outline further meetings and actions to press for higher coal output. A series of gatherings is planned at Wollongong next Saturday and daily through September 11, with additional talks in nearby districts and potential follow ups.
The article reports on renewed public interest in reviving the Eisteddfod movement in Canberra. Key figures like Downing and Doherty are noted as steering committee members amid questions of funding, timing, and organizational structure for 1980s era events.
Brisbane reports severe drought across Western Queensland Carpentaria and Longreach with three of the main cattle fronts unable to cover the expected area. Meteorological officials warn drought codes are comparable to those of 1880 and the arid conditions persist into the current month.
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