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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 03, 1947

Page

4

Cadet Patrol Officer Posts Open in Canberra District

The Department of Examinations Territorien Canberra invites applications from married men aged 21 to 34 for Cadet Patrol Officer roles. Offers a probation period with potential advancement to Patrol Officer, salary up to £408 monthly, and duties tied to district administration under government authority. Applications close September 20. TENDERS: Australian Department of Works and Housing invites bids for housing and building projects in ACT with tender details at Canberra offices.

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Peace aims highlighted at Pacific conference

The article surveys a British Commonwealth led approach to Pacific peace, noting Australia as a potential nerve centre. It stresses maintaining vigilance after a treaty and urges prudent, just policies toward Japan while avoiding complacency in postwar security. It highlights Australia New Zealand Canberra ties and the Canberra agreement shaping regional peace efforts.

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Canberra Forecast for 24 Hours at Fairbairn

Weather bulletin from the Meteorological Station Fairbairn indicates moderate showers in the day with heavier showers on the FRNEM. Winds start moderate from the north and shift to the north later as conditions ease.

Fairbairn Comernema Tueadtay

Canberra Weather Report Fragment

Fragmented weather notes for Canberra Fairbairn show inconsistent times and units. Readable items mention temperatures around 9 am and 9 pm with figures like 85 and 100, plus wind direction ENE and speeds near 6 mph.

Fiaintallrove

International Quiz Sydney Contest Sees Global Teams Compete

A fragmented report describes an international quiz event in Sydney with teams from Australia, New Zealand, Great Britain, Canada, and South Africa. The contest, possibly tied to Radio Tele Hawaii, is slated for October with broader competition planned by the UBA.

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Canberra Times 21st Anniversary marked with new photo engraving

The Canberra Times observes its 21st anniversary with early installation plans for a photo engraving and building extensions. Details mention funding by the Canberra Mothercraft Society as an international welfare center and future newspaper expansion.

Yasaeri Canbares Canberra Mothercraft Society Inna van Tatty

Wheat Belt Sees Stark Weather Impact Across State

The southeastern quarter of the state benefits from rain in the last 24 hours with ongoing showers. Wheat areas report damage and reduced yields with falls in wheat stands and some localized losses. Murphy's Creek records 92 points of impact and other districts show varying losses.

Murphy's Creek

Explosion at Melbourne Port Damages Shipload of Chlorate

An explosion occurred after a sodium chlorate collision at the Port of Melbourne. The ship carried 66 tons of sodium chlorate. authorities report thousands of pounds in damage and an ongoing inquiry. Mr Hudson identified as director of a related negotiation, and warning was issued before the blast.

Hudson Neriggtion Melbourne

Youths Enter Naval College Applications Rise

Two candidates were among 381 applicants for entrance to the Royal Naval College at Naval Depot Victoria. The notices indicate the high level of interest from country centres and various districts as the selection proceeds.

Royal Avatraiton Naval College Naval Depot Victoria Yentor Say Peven Tees

Two Years Gaol For Waz Widow

A German denomination tribunal sentenced Pratt Todt and the widow of Frite Tok to two years of confinement to work. The proceedings target profiteering and unallied activity in wartime. Authorities ordered confiscation of 920 of property as penalties.

Waz Munich Grman Pratt Todt Frite Tok Wuilder Germany West Wall Babour Oollee Ion

Wharf Labourers Win Extended Leave Terms

Arbitration Court hears Judge Foster extend leave terms for wharf labourers. About 18 000 workers to receive 18 days full pay, with the order enforcing the extended conditions and ensuring all called for work under the decree.

Sypney Arbitration Foster Pheking

Manist Breaks Engagement for Canberra Concert

Society voiced annoyance after last minute cancellation of artist Artur Dent's Canberra concert at the Albert. The secretary explained repeated invitations since April were thwarted by unavoidable issues. departure was delayed until the final moment for an overseas exam.

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Cabinet approves extra grant of 15 million from uniform income tax

The government approves an additional grant of 15,000,000 from uniform income tax, intended to boost state revenues for 1947-48. The total revenue for the states rises to about 640,000,000 with the new funding, distributed through the 1947 plan as part of the aid package.

Staten Feons

British Commonwealth Conference Ends in Canberra

Delegates from Britain, Australia, and member states concluded talks in Canberra aiming for a just lasting peace in the Pacific. Leaders urged unity, warned against revenge, and stressed building a new world order under the United Nations with Japan’s postwar role and regional security at the center.

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Australian Mining Firm Map Reveals Western Rivers Metal Find

An Australian mining firm reports a new mineral deposit along the West Coast near Darwin and the Northern Territories region. The discovery spans 8 rigs with a total area of about 34 000 square meters and involves the company based in Melbourne.

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Former emperor aide assigned at Taft Area

A terse notice lists Thay Sivary Hunter Waite as a former employee to be served duties in a Taft area assignment. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR but imply official roles and dates around January through March.

Timber logs lift in Orindarella Ranar

Timber logs lift in Orindarella Ranar amid a near million feet of water loss in tying one. The report notes the area’s weather and fortifications, hinting at a large timber supply and military considerations, with Jones warned about fire precautions and safety.

Mora Samy Yrie Winking Jones Imber

Back-Work Begins Amid Rushed Deliberations

Fragmented OCR reads indicate a local council or committee beginning a delayed project aimed at countering opposition to a Bevan-style plan. The text references a Saturday work session and a weekend focus on a beat, with uncertain details.

Members' Families May Travel to Canberra for Semiformal Session

The article discusses hopes that members' families will accompany parliamentarians to Canberra for the upcoming semi session. It notes mediation attempts and plans to arrange travel for wives and spouses, with limited details on dates and arrangements.

Dutch Consulate Adjourning Cases in Sydney

Reports state 18 cases linked to demonstrations are adjourned in Sydney as officials discuss outcomes. The Prime Minister and ministers express intent to continue talks, stressing hope for a productive conference and reduced delays.

Sydney Tome Atudeot Tee

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