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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 06, 1946

Page

4

Morence Street Names in August Incident

Fragmentary text mentions Mire hurrent Morence and August 10, with names like Pinsegth Btrev and Young. Details unclear. no clear event or outcome established in readable content.

Australian groups announce meetings and notices in Canberra

A jumble of notices from clubs and charities lists meetings and speaker topics at Curtin University, Royal Society institutes, and the Australian Red Cross. It mentions a general meeting, nominations for council, and various community advertisements seeking goods, houses, and car sales in Canberra and surrounding areas.

Australian Capital Territory Moe Lady Gowrie Servicer Club Uie Council

Interim Indian Government in a Path Toward Self Rule

The text discusses an interim Indian government shaping policy and preparing for eventual self government. It notes Moslem concerns, the need for political cooperation, and the role of Indian leaders in advancing order and independence while British rule transitions. It emphasizes the complexity of overcoming racial and communal differences to achieve self governance.

India Atunows Hidia Minatara Tamane Pakinet Neheyty Atrong Hamee Didia Firitair Interiay Beitlan Pve

Woollen Mills Expansion and War-Time Output Decline

The report details expansion at woollen mills in Australia with 7005 workers and output valued at £2,860,240, comparing 1938-39 and 1944-45 figures. Wartime orders boosted production of cloth yardage, including war-related fabrics, while postwar activity shows shifts in output and land/building values.

Rt. Wilson

Air vice-marshal denies £9,000 compensation claim

Melbourne report states Air Vice-Marshal W. D. Basinck denies Minister Drakeford’s statement that he retired from the TA with a £9,000 allowance. The article notes government grants of £2,000 for unemployment and pay loss, and references £2,500 compensation for long service and other pension adjustments.

Melbourne Marehal W. D. Basinck Drakeford T.a.ae FAAS Min Pay Tin

War brides brought to Australia in postwar program

The Australian Minister for Repatriation announced today that hundreds of war brides and widows are being brought to Australia. He stated that 378 Heg and 38 children are overseas en route, with plans and applications proceeding under repatriation efforts.

Australia Byoney Australis

Savings deposits rise with war years in Australia

Debits show savings deposits in Australia far outstripped during wartime, surpassing previous peaks. Figures indicate deposits grew by substantial amounts against prewar levels, with notable increases of several million pounds by mid and late 1945.

Australia Witoni

Fragmentary OCR News Fragment With Place Names

Disjointed lines mention rooms cottage and garage, rent, lawns, and a Timex Office exchange. Several garbled names appear like Dover Highs and Canbarrs with unclear context and dates.

Braddon South Aide Timex Rick Rove Dover Canbarrs

Holiday Resort Astraea Promises Attractive Summer Dues

A damaged notice promotes the Astraea Private Moleh Austinmer resort inviting readers to spend summer holidays. It advertises groat beauty and varied attractions with cash terms and urgent development timing, urging letters to the proprietors.

Turore Turora Lowely

Indian retaliation in South Africa sparks policy tense

New Delhi radio reports a regulation requiring African nationals of Indian origin to obtain permits by December 1948 to stay in South Africa. The measure affects nearly 300 South Africans and reflects broader racial policy tensions.

New Delhi Twaha South Africa

Canberra Weather Report Confusing OCR Snapshot

Weather bulletin from Canberra shows scattered numbers on barometer temperature and wind. The garbled text lists times and figures with unreadable phrases but indicates a 24 hour maximum around 02.2 and a 3 pm wind from the north at 13 miles per hour.

Aheee Incnen Maxioum

Interim Army of 39 000 for Australia

Australia announces a two tier military buildup including an interim force of 39 000 and a permanent force of 174 000 with 6 000 field artillery personnel. The plan, approved by the Secretary Board, aims to create a stable core while final conditions for the permanent force are set. Service terms extend to two year units with discharge plans for those not continuing.

Launceston Australia Siluisry Board Streuan Ec Manet Forde Dis Sarge

Manus Island as Australian base hinted in wartime talks

A wartime report suggests Manus Island was discussed as a possible base for Australia. Dr Evatt and officials signaled government views on reciprocal arrangements with the United States and maintaining allied friendship during potential Pacific operations.

Manus Island Australia Bnualane Pacific Avital United States Adatralle Evatt Ximpire

Sunday petrol and oil sale extension in Canberra

Canberra Chamber of Commerce sources announce motor traders will offer petrol and oil sales from 9 am to noon. The extended trading begins Monday, widening access for shoppers in the capital.

Canberra Mootor SEN Cover Atlas Petrel Andl

Greek political party leaders denounce monocracy and public figures

Athens reports that Ud. Papanarrous of the Social Democrats and Mr. Kanelloritis of the National Union reject the monocarchy and the republic as a solution. The Greek envoy Tania reportedly traveled by train to London to present to King George the plebiscite stance amid conflicting declarations.

Athens Thureany Ud. Papanarrous The Social Democrata Kanellorotia Teader National Union Theie Partion Urtre Sarvediy Communiste, Bocinilate Repunicens Rafuard Problaett Ty Wem Tania London Boyles Georgs

Strikes Opposed by Mr Chifley During Election Meeting

In a Thursday election meeting Prime Minister Mr Chifley opposed strikes arguing there is no constitutional solution and saying he does not favour strikes though noting past instances where a strike was the only way for workers. He cited arbitration as a potential but said some deals provoke workers.

Bribwame Tonilgne Prine Minislae Chifley Dalage

UK Secretary to Berlin on Germany policy visit

The UK Secretary at Bietz Mr Byrnes travels to Berlin via Stuttgart to discuss United States policy toward Germany. He signals no direct peace talk until the Big Four agree to a Potash distribution and neutral handling of German operations and ministries.

Parib Thursany Bietz Mr Byrnes Berlin Tron Stuttgart United States Germany Rogard

Compulsory Church Parades To Cease In London

Report from London indicates compulsory church parades will end with few exceptions for Army and RAF duties. The decision aims to ease religious barrier and allow services without mandatory processions, with a special hour for development of parade plans noted.

London Thuresay Pedee Ttmn

Rainbow pudding policy debate sparks political clash

A Sydney rally at Lidcombe Town Mall features Liberal MP Mr C A Morgen defending a Rainbow Pudding policy while Labour promises full employment homes and sound economy. The scene includes Mr Daly and Mr Fadden rebuttals as political rivals spar over taxation and welfare measures amid campaign rhetoric.

Bydney Sra C. A. Morgen M.P Lidcombe Town Labour

Leader challenges in CHIRLSY

Brisbane briefing records Mr Fudden criticizing tax policy as social service funding faces 35 million yearly reductions. He argues government claims of social welfare protection are at risk, urging fiscal measures to spread impact across sectors and clans.

Brisbane Fudden Commonwealth Posal Aden

Unclear OCR Report on Labour Unions and Government Stance

Fragmented text claims Labour unions press for awards under National Court rulings. It mentions employers forced to meet demands and a government behind the Prime Minister, with unclear references to Monaewach and Tack. The passage is garbled and lacks verifiable details.

Byowey Wedemeans Nation Court UN Monaewach Ella Compania Corus

Australia to Build Jet Fighters

The Commonwealth approves manufacture of three jet fighters. The aircraft are to be built by De Havilland and Cowantraat in Melbourne under AIF supervision. Top speed about 526 miles per hour with range up to 1050 miles and 30,000 feet ceiling.

Melbourne Commonwealth George Jonaran Justine de Heviland Oat Bankestown Bn Notre-Roges Tiednee Cowantraat AIF Corporation Newel

Election details supervised from Canberra

The report outlines election logistics overseen from Canberra with mention of Chief Vectors Officer and planning for voting by service personnel. Turner expected to leave for Sydney to act at the GPO and results telegraphed to Melbourne and Canberra. Ballot papers for federal seats will be transported to Australia and Japan for occupation forces, with counting at centers and secrecy preserved.

Ofcer T. Tyener Yeateniny Averysing Ned Atieen Overwans Anc Lalande Pacific Turner Sydney G.P.O Queenalart New South Wales Quéenat Canberra Melbourne Japan House of Man Jock Nea North Borneo Arena Uvele Rimrapore

Defamed hearing looms as Major Cousens to testify

Sydney reports a defamed hearing with Major Chari Cousens set to testify on Monday. The case involves Minia Rimtinoed at Teareat Police Court and a list of intelligence officers, with Tenahawas expected in Sydney and a POW diary from Tokyo referenced in the wartime hearing.

Sydney Chari Cousens Henshaw Dapan Coweana Ature P.O.W Tokyo

More Superphosphate For Farmers in Austalia

Australian wheat and dairy output is set to rise this year aided by record shipments of superphosphate to primary producers. The spread includes North Africa the Middle East and Asia with supplies from Algeria Egypt and China. Government agriculture authorities plan to monitor purchases to ensure steady fertilizer availability for farmers.

Alco Australie New

Malbourne Political Promise Amid Labour Party Debate

Fragmented report notes Calmeith asserting government aims to restore working hours and raise the basic wage if the Labour Party fails to approve the proposed memorandum. It suggests ministers will push for stronger action to improve conditions and wages despite party splits.

Malbourne Snursaa Hp Calmeith Labour Party Ofa To-Tay

Largs Bay Called A Hell Ship By Passengers

Passenger complaints label the Largs Bay as a hell ship during a voyage to Fremantle with a Lodger Melon and Lentina from New Zealand naming a ship under British Ministry of War control. The shipping company said complaints did not affect operations as the vessel remained under government control.

Welatruron Fremantle Australia New Kesland Sean Mre L. Jentina Melon Ferme Shipping Company Phe Sipping Company Exanding With the Bay Wer Tram

Substantial Drop in Share Values on Sydney Market

The report notes a substantial drop in share values in Sydney amid a volatile market. Analysts point to external pressures from New York and bond price levels as contributing factors during a day of heavy trading activity.

Sydney Stowet Ff ‘A Nate’ Ales New York Rome Robert Rd

Ex Air Force Men Strong in Canberra

A fragment notes former air force personnel in Canberra and their connection to other services. It mentions RAAF veterans and ongoing roles, with unclear details about numbers or specific events.

Airforce Canberra

Sydney election drama noted in trades council vote

Fragmented report from Sydney notes The Right Wing candidate 3rd Austin led Trades and Labour Council election by a narrow four to one margin. Bradators and Pie batt candidates appear but details are unclear. One nominee, Mr Austin, reportedly did not attend the meeting at Mon trest.

Sydney Austin Bt ‘Trades and Labour Council Nigt Tate The

Firsv GOVERNMENT AIR SERVICE Commences in October

An Australian air service begins operations on October 7 under the banner of the new government airline. It will operate as Tranr Aur thalla Airlines with a focus on domestic and regional routes.

Airinas Fain Wan Aupauhood Seement Casette Isl de Airlinés Combianion Trane Thalla Airlines

Canberra Education Convocation Debates Policy and Teaching Plans

The article outlines a Canberra education convocation with discussions on method, pay, and teacher duties. Key figures like FJ Beare and the Kev are noted for leading sessions and inviting public participation after the main policy review and committee statements.

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