Uniform taxation debated as states seek fair funding
A fragmented plea for uniform taxation in Australia surfaces as states argue over financing postwar development and relief. The piece notes Western Australia and Tasmania bearing high costs, calls for proportional state funding, and warns against destabilizing the national budget by shifting more money to wealthier states. Local and federal duties, water and land management, and pastoral defense are cited as pressures shaping finance policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nacional
Austra
Tate
New South
Commonwealth
Blair
Agena
Government Blame for Rising Meat Prices
Government blamed for higher meat costs as prices surge across markets. Reports from Stoney say the federal action remains a major factor, while traders note wool and sheep markets shifting alongside beef and mutton quotes. Intercity imports partly offset increases, with wholesale and retail prices fluctuating amid supply pressures.
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Feder
Saraes
Mann
Browers
Growera
Agenta Ants
Memlagtan
Valluen Gauerelly
ITU
Wethern
Leycen
Aganey
Federation
Fire destroys rail stores worth £1 million in blast and flames
Fire at a large rail stores building caused explosions with drums and fumes. The site contained oil conduits and paper supplies. four men were inside when it broke out and were able to escape through a trap door. Local houses were threatened but sustained only light damage, and police secured the area as crews battled the blaze for hours. No casualties were reported.
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Recus
Freien
Ceveral
B. Led
Gibbons Hd
Roed ‘Trana
Port End
Whrear
Stig
Abattotra Road
Acre
Wenidenis
Goraaa Abattoire Tlaad
Kircher
Abattoir Road
Lea Anid
Larses
Hitler
Theraz Bronett
Burley SL
Newtown
Bald St
Guia
Rmpty
Mabieb i
Tolleod
Warfield’s Concert Delights ABC Audience at Alberts Hall
Warfield delivered a warmly received program blending trum nuts and lighthearted songs with serious sentiment. The audience applauded the varied pieces from his Exgivah , German, and French selections, noting expressive tapping and attentive listening throughout the evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Wasi
Albect Hall
ABC
Canherr
Unclear text fragment on wool costs and prices
Fragmentary OCR note discusses wool price trends and costs with garbled names and figures. It mentions 12 000 watirel lacrouse and a 65 rise to FLO, references to Cant, Yale, and a wedding context, but the exact events and entities are unreadable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yale
Tasmania Seeks Freight Subsidy at Premiers Conference
Tasmanian leaders press for freight subsidy to offset rising charges since 1930. Commonwealth and Tasmanian officials discuss port facilities and shipping costs, with state statistics indicating a substantial impact on trade. Proposals tied to government stances and price increases amid broader transport policy talks.
Reprimls in Crete May Follow Wedding
In Crete tensions rise after a wedding as authorities weigh reprisals. A bride linked to the incident in Athens faces scrutiny as investigations unfold. Local officials report military and diplomatic considerations due to ongoing unrest over the abduction case and alleged resistance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crete
Weather Forecast From Canberra Summary
The forecast from the Meteorological Office for the next 74 hours predicts fine conditions on Saturday with light to moderate winds. A few showers are possible in Crookewell and nearby districts with cool nights and a risk of frost in elevated areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
Barbain
Canadian impressions of America and empire echoed in Rotary talk
Professor Werhert Burton of Cannery University College described his recent travels in North America and England. He said the United States shows wealth and vast resources, but private enterprise battles, and he noted a sense of Britain’s influence felt when crossing into Canada. He warned about economic openness and observed a blurred boundary of empire in North America.
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America
Profeasce Werhert ‘Burton
Canneris
University College
Rotary
Profesor Burton
North America
England
Canada
Unitet Staten
Lines Nm
Tox Eich
Ots
Fellouing
Viatgr
Bratiah Empire
Displaced Rural Families From West Pakistan Await Settlements
The report outlines the resettlement of about five million people from West Pakistan, with three million in Punjab and West Pakistan yet to be allocated. Allotments have been issued to 77,000 claimants totaling roughly 4.23 million pounds, as Indian authorities pursue final settlements across 36 states.
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Igh
Initia
Weat
Pakistan
Punjab
Pepa
Joe Thin Nuinpor
Maine
Indlan
Reda
Fenmyere Auring
YMCA to Back Indian Students in Canberra Support
Five YMCA sections in Canberra will fund a year exchange for Indian students at the Burat Training Centre in Indukursepet South India. The plan follows a tour by centre principal Mr L Davidson and aims to raise £1,000 for a new hostel and student aid. Davidson receives £20 from sponsors in the ACT and groups expect about £400 in grants as well as figures from individuals and organizations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
YMCA
Canberra
Indukurpet
South India
L Davidann
Anc
Br. Davidson
A.C.T
Union expelled for Red affiliation in New Zealand
The International Transport Workers Federation expelled the New Zealand Waterside Workers Union for its links with the Communists and a related split in 1949. The expulsion followed a review held in Stuttgart in July and involved the Federated Beaman's Union of New Zealand.
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Union
AAP Fautery Igton
International Transport Workers Federation
New Zealand
Waterside Workers’ Union
Works Federation of Trade
Ator
Bluttgart
Jaly
Federated Beaman's Union of New Zealand
Waich Tm Atnatyee
Heavy weekend winds cause limited road and tree damage
The report notes strong winds and rain across the area during the weekend, causing light damage to a few city structures. Treen damage followed rain, with scattered debris and minor roadside disturbances. Travelers faced delays but no major destruction was reported.
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Getlech
Purday
Sendiay
oMvlal
Inadequate Pool Plan Faces Canberra Officials
A disputed proposal to close or modify a Canberra swimming pool is set for review by the Department of the Interior. The plan was discussed at a recent meeting with local officials and a representative from Canberra’s administration, who urged careful consideration of the decision. The department is expected to announce a ruling soon.
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Geoar Nurnery Thyme
Hay Manotti
John
Beauford
Mother Carey
Frederick Keel
Tanderra
Hey
Mr. Wertild
Mandel
Duritone
Victor Hugo
Halnt-Raena
AnIch
Oun
Q Mil
Ceant Schactfer
Denney
Eirnest Charles ‘Accoropaniat
Jen Deugine
Todd
Warten
Canberra
Department
Cornell
Canberre
Apolieaman
Department of Fell
Department of the Tntoriar
Light ban may be modified in Sydney
The report notes potential changes to a light ban in Sydney. Minister for Local Government confirms the 90,000 kilowatt generator at Bulinerong is back in service after dawn, with operations resuming today.
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Sydney
Bulinerong
Olive
Baptist Churches For Canberra And Darwin
The Rev Alfred Driver announced plans to obtain land in Darwin for a Bay Hilat Chute project, marking the start of Baptist work there. He noted the Federal Capital Canberra has a Baptist Church and the Baptist Home Mission Board oversees a Commonwealth Public Fund of 110,000 to fund mission tasks including church construction in Australia.
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Sydney
Nonaay
Alfred Driver
Darwin
Driver
Te Feder Home Minsion Board
Ise Teprint Union
Tend Rail
Alan Ben Abeamed
Turnler
Canterra
Lane
Fublec
Australia
Australie
Talk On Parking Facilities Problems and Plans
A town planning representative discusses parking facility issues at Cave Centre and surrounding areas. The note cites rising car numbers, inadequate provision in the Aston works area, and proposed new parking zones near the Workmen's Club, with wide public involvement and funding questions.
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Rotaty Council
Finbane
Workmen'a Clu
Aston
Sarviow
Mascome
Actun Wottaees
Red Cross Society reviews work for year
An annual meeting of the Australian Red Cross Society division heard Wardle step aside for health reasons while Mr and Mrs Stachard were elected to leadership roles. The 18th annual report showed membership of 190 from a population of 18,900. funds and parcels were raised for war relief, clothing drives, and hospital work.
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Telnote
Irs
Norman Tulkowies
Rydney
Pein
Mars
UN National Council i
Warman
Screw and
Naval Hospital
Fem
Imeeting
Rebieing
Mildenhall
W. Enawford
Afr
Wardle
Mire
Tureence
Dalance
Tirflatn
Mra Torrance
Fry
Rise in Potato Prices Plan Reveals Federal Coalition
Brisbane report outlines steps by the Federal Potato Coordination Commission to curb price rises. The plan seeks to guide wholesale and retail pricing, with a committee chaired by Walsh and involvement from Marketing Boards and national price authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Joontay
Federal Potato Coordination Commission
Walsh
Ai Are
NAW
Queens
Benet
Font West
Battle of the Ether in Russia broadcast jamming described
State Department officials reported yesterday that Russia uses long range jammers to disrupt Western broadcasts. About 230 powerful transmitters target Soviet citizens with the VOA and other stations, while smaller local jammers squeeze out signals at home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
State Department
Imant
Volos of
America
Randval
Sam
Howin
Séne
Tassant
Maal Boviet Damatic
Becave
Typhoon Rakes Japan Leaving Heavy Toll
A deadly typhoon struck Japan nearing Hokkaido after lashing Honshu with at least 35 dead and 100 missing. Kobe and others reported widespread destruction as coastal cities faced strong winds of about 60 mph and heavy surf.
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Osaka
Hemaha Aland
Hokkaido Island
Honshu
Yale
Kobe
Xynto
Winda
Ats
Dave
Odin
Forse
Wanda Bt
Abe Aduniria
Oaks
Ite
Conciliation Decisions and Fragmented Text
Fragmented OCR indicates conciliation decisions with garbled phrases and non readable content. No clear names dates or entities present to identify a concrete item or outcome.
Legacy Button Day On Thursday
A fragmented note mentions Legacy Button Day on Thursday with unclear references to a district, art, and a wrench. Limited readable names or places are identifiable, leaving the event largely unspecified and ambiguous.
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