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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 03, 1946
Page
4
The relatives inform that Re alam Rau for the eternal repose will be celebrated at Rt Gregory's Tauren Queanbeyan at 10 o'clock. The cortege will leave the church for the Catholic Cemetery Queanbeyan. Canberra Ltd. 113 Craw od Queanbeyan Photte M2.
The report details Canberra cost figures and loan accounts with Mr Lind noting vast sums and interest computations. It covers the Queanbeyan Canberra loan, June 1940 balances, and the advisory council discussion on calculating Canberra’s overall cost and accounting methods.
Obituary notes the death of James Morrison of Htogaill at Guosnbeyan Hospital on Sunday. He arrived in the district in 1900 and was known for herding and a 20 sheep daily tally. Survived by four children and several relatives, the service will be held at St Gregory's Church with rites conducted by Rev Father Join Moressor.
The Cricket Association meeting passed a writer ban affecting cricketers nationwide. The executive committee recommended adopting the standing orders and the matter will be dealt with by the Board of Country on September 14. The new clause covers broadcasting of matches and player comments.
An article reports the resignation of a vice regnal fight captain amid military leadership changes. Wing Commander St Bonaire, ARC RAAF, is mentioned in connection with the transition as he returns to civilian life after tenure as captain of the air force unit.
Fragmented weather note for Canberra with garbled figures. Mentions barometer and temperature readings, plus illegible times and numbers.
The article outlines Chifley and Mernaies arguing Labour aims for prosperity through broader national and international roles, with emphasis on Australia's world position, defence, immigration, and production. It notes divergent views on methods, tensions with the Liberal and Country parties, and voters facing a clear choice for years of peace and stable governance.
Melbourne report notes Governor designate John Lavarack expresses humility over the honour and homecoming, citing his brothers in Queensland and Germany service. The piece highlights his return to duty and remarks on past commands and the Seventh Division.
The Commonwealth Government plans to acquire around two million dollars worth of U S surplus war materials excluding aircraft. Arrangements are being made to take over stocks located mainly in Beirabae and Townaville under a lend lease settlement with the U S Foreign Liquidation Commission.
The Canberra Times commemorates twenty years since its first issue and outlines a new staff superannuation scheme and provident fund. It notes wartime constraints and postwar goals, praising the paper’s civic service and its editors A T Shakespeare and C J Shakespeare.
Mr J J Mulrooney, newly appointed Official Secretary to the High Commissioner, was feted by Canberra's football league at Peter Kingston. Attendees included civil delegates, club presidents, secretaries, interstate collectors, and junior boards representatives. Mulrooney succeeds P Davping as league president and has 18 years of service, having guided interstate carnivals and represented teams in 1932. He recently became life member of the Australian National Football Council.
The bulletin notes the Commonwealth extended the Extended Training Scheme for ex servicemen to June 30 1947 or 12 months after discharge. It cites 142 500 ex veterans and 330 women already employed. The reestablishment ministry began May 1 to aid service personnel.
In Canberra tonight JOAN HAMMOND appears under Labour policy direction with reports of Mr Fadden amid discussions on taxation cuts and wartime plans. The article notes Hammond's opera career, with references to Vienna and London performances and a future Queen’s Hall recital.
Fragmented report shows Mr Menzies claiming the Opposition and Government on the defensive during the campaign. He expresses confidence of victory as he heads to meetings in Daylesford and Castlemaine. Local reactions and party line are noted amid the slogan laden exchange.
Wonthaggi miners back government move to place Victorian coal industry under Commonwealth control. They vote to resume work tomorrow and urge state departments to confer with the Mineral Federation to determine further action under the existing act.
The Council approved an amended ordinance tightening liquor permit procedures. It requires seven clear days notice before a license term and expands approved entertainment to concerts and bonafide associations, while raising penalties for liquor near public halls from £5 to £20 and removing occupier veto provisions.
The Commonwealth arranges a 20.1 billion flow dollar loan in New York to refinance the NAW at 0 percent with maturity in 1986. Mr Chifley notes the NAW government can redeem after April 1 1942 and the old loan will be paid off by October using the town flotation. The new loan carries a 31 percent rate, with potential 2 percent annual interest implications.
In Katoomba on Monday a group led by Mrs Nellis Green and including Valerie, Joan Krodler, and Constable J Rogers got lost after leaving Lawnon on a hike to Trerece Falls. They spent the night on a high peak until they were rescued at dawn after foraging for water.
Mia Tanmond will visit New Zealand and South Africa as part of a touring golf trip. He previously played in New Zealand with the Australian team competing for the Tasman Cup.
The council considered a draft basis for a liquor poll in the ACT and recommended questions on prohibition and sales by Commonwealth authority, with a 6 pm closing time. It noted public recreation ground access for alcohol events and set preferred ballot options while deferring some issues to future legislation.
A garbled report notes action to stamp out road hogs and proposes amended routing rules. It mentions a motor trame Spustigns phrase and quotes Mr O'Rpilivan about motorists and courtesy. Cecil Bennett, 24, died after a crash on the Obeat Western Road. ambulance staff say motorists yielded an ambulance with a clear run to hospital, implying life might have been saved.
The opening wool sale in 1930 saw strong demand with prices up to 40 percent above base values. Buyers from the north west and Bourke districts attended, about 90 in number, and the cat price reached 28d per unit as two hulls from the north west region set the tone for the day.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a shower on parta of ie com and agjersyt Dignians with unclear details. It mentions Sine and esol, sloper and thblelunda, and winds, but the text is garbled with no coherent event or identifiable names.
Tramway workers protest over the proposed nation scheme. They accuse leadership of failing to present plans, build new routes, and foster creative development. Discontent centers on execution and reforms.
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