Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Canberra Times in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

We have pages in Australian Capital Territory

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 26 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 06, 1947

Page

2

Public notices and meetings in Australia and Britain

A series of notices announces an August meeting at the Institute of Anatomy with Professor H W Gerard, a Greatay Punne Schools gathering, and several committee and tender notices from Canberra and Sydney. Details include dates, locations, and contact offices for works housing and public works tenders in Australia and overseas missions.

Muval Society Institute of Andotomy Guiet H.W. ‘Gerard Chicago Gerard Wo Athend Crespin Yoo Rearglary Emrbarra Director of Works Department of Work Wit Housing Conbeera ACT Savelopre Department of Works and Housing Canberra A.C Ec Wenson Lewnen Monanx Reptembr Barton Phang Divealnt ‘Works Wit ‘Housing Wth Department of Works Ari Frousing Athens aeclopee_ sede Shpettintion neveloper onasreed Capesitanina KS Warka Mild Biaeniy

Prime Minister faces Treasury clash over postmaster marks protest

A fragmented report depicts a confrontation between the Prime Minister and the Treasury over a circular linked to customers amid a protest. Details are unclear due to OCR errors but indicate a government dispute involving postal services.

Chitley Sanka

Australia faces gold output sales and tax impact debate

The piece discusses Australian gold production, the Commonwealth Bank’s reserve purchases, and proposals to abolish a heavy gold tax to boost output. It cites wartime effects on employment, prewar production value, and potential benefits to Britain’s balance of payments from increased Australian gold sales.

Silver Plate Gift For Royal Wedding

A silver plate presented as a wedding gift to Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip by the Commonwealth Gavara- Gient is described as a simple craftmanship work. The plate is examined by Melbourn or MalbOENE for authenticity.

Samplan Aumiralien Designe Commonwealth Gavara- Gient Prinfear Eilzabeth Priip Mountbatten Juan Yo Anagcate

Appointment shuffle signals interim leadership in federal government

The minister for faith and social services Senator McWenna will appoint an Attorney General, and the Prime Minister will serve as Minister for Bix during Dr. Evatt's overseas absence. This marks a temporary leadership arrangement at the national level.

Alinister For Faith and Social Services McWenna Bix Ternal” Amspira Dr. Evatt

Hospital Board Secretary Debate Sparks Wage and Debt Actions

A hospital board discussed pay parity with counterparts in New South Wales and directed prosecutions for outstanding debts. The secretary role and duties were scrutinized after a Director General letter questioned salary adequacy. The board tabled a list of arrears totaling 13 8 for wards and 28 10 4 for dental care with further sums for other services.

Scienna Sy Tame Atten Gutlee Public Service Board Genarel Hestin Metcalfe Sean Rand Br. J Jh Anderson New South Wales J. Brophy UKBT

Wage increases for shop hands across building trades

The Industrial Board announced wage increases for shop hands including painters, carpenters, printers, and joiners in the ACT. Higher paid assistants gain up to 10 a week with proportionate rises by age and experience. building trades receive marginal increases across funds and trades.

Jfaduatrial Board Drake-Drockian Iis Analetanta

Canberra Forecast Reads Variable Wind and Cloud

The bulletin notes broken cloud covering the ranges with north westerly winds. Expect cool, dry air and a shift to southerly winds by Saturday afternoon as weather systems move across the area. Limited visibility and patchy showers possible near coastal regions.

Canberra Weather Report From Pairbairn

Weather data from Canberra and Pairbairn reports a Friday reading with temperature at 9 am and afternoon figures. Wind shifts noted from NW and WNW with light speeds around 2 to 8 mph.

At & Poe Gua Bette

Alleged Assault on Pressman in Melbourne

Reported incident in Melbourne describes a press room confrontation involving labor members. John McPhillips, a delegate, faces a charge of unlawfully assaulting Wil lag Moore. They were granted bail and set to appear in City Court.

Melbourne W. Moore Therm Sereal Shams Fabre Moore Thormion BMC Kim Porum Chile Mr. 5 MePhilipe Smetetent Nie Tle Ig Limatty Ak Orwers Ile John McPhillips Willag Moore Gity

Horticultural Show Nears Opening In Berea Illinois

The Morticultural Society of Berea Illinois plans a spring bulb show in the Albert Hall next Saturday. The exhibition will feature a wide variety of bulbs and associated displays with a schedule to be announced in the forthcoming volume.

Morticultural Society of Ban Berea Tate Woman Albert Hell

Canberra Council of Women aims to reform school ties and plans

A Canberra meeting approved forming sub committees to study executive methods and survey practices in schools. Amendments to the constitution enable operations with limited representation, aiming to coordinate actions and collect information through linked organizations and members.

Canberra Nara Europe A. Albscammittes Iaraer Smereiber

A C T Industrial Board Hears Youth Pay Case

The Industrial Board heard a dispute over deductions from pay for a youth at Tan McKinnon’s hostel. The department’s inability to pay the award under National Security Regulations led to claims of overpayment and non reimbursement. The board reserved its decision.

Tan McKinnon Eanlinke M Time Orto Mc Lucas George Rl Hu

Food Parachute Training Near Duntroan Reported

Air Force officials described cadet parachute drills in the vicinity of Duntroan with trainees from Dustrogn and Dakote. The report notes onlookers and local cooperation as part of the training program.

Jchaki Trom & Dakote Muntacy Duntroan Inka Air Force Ant

Gold sales to UK and Australian reserves dispute

Fragmentary OCR describes a banking or government debate over selling gold to the United Kingdom and transferring Australian reserves. It mentions sums around 130,000 and 910,400 values, prewar production, and a Commonwealth Bank inquiry into arrangements and assistance, referencing Someresttn Monk and military or state roles.

Hirstein United Kingdom Chitrus Adtralia

Wheat Agreement With U K Makes Headway

Britain seeks a wheat purchase accord with Australia amid a dollar crisis and food drive. Lord Addison said Australia will export major wheat amounts while Britain plans imports to cover shortfalls, including feeding programs and food reserves. UK official Williams notes Australia’s production drive and potential shifts in grain allocation.

Britain Australia Briton Lord Addison Tee Britis Hritain Wil

Government defends bank note reform amid evasion concerns

The official rejected claims of substance in the report and denied delaying action, stating the matter has not received consideration yet. He described new lines to deter boarding mud box evasion as not substantively addressed in the current report.

State Lottery Draw Reported with Erroneous Text

A fragmentary lottery notice from Friday lists prize items and numbers but is garbled. It references Mo. 208 and Bleck Cat but lacks coherent details or clear outcomes.

Stoney Lowery

Australia to divert film profits to building industry plan

The Australian government proposes diverting a portion of film profits to develop the Australian film and building sectors. Under a 30 percent levy, about two million dollars could be allocated immediately based on last year’s earnings, with aims to bolster industry while aiding Britain during the dollar crisis.

Australia Britain Gses Union Gowran Amitetia Sahanie Australie

Australia and Britain discuss dollar tied trade and travel curbs

Australian officials report restrictions on travel and currency due to the dollar's strength. Britain and Australia have yet to agree on sterling use for exports while seeking to maintain dollar exchange for essential goods. Experts say Australia may accept British plans but prefers a path allowing domestic manufacture and dollar-denominated trade while limiting overseas trips.

Increased Meat for Britain Move Sparks Trade Debate

A government discussion on boosting meat imports to Britain highlights concerns over supply from Australia with claims of possible shortages. Projections suggest a 65 000 unit rise may be allocated, but domestic supply remains vulnerable without tighter rationing and protective measures.

British economic crisis forecast to last two years

Fragmented report cites forecasts of a two year duration for Britain’s economic crisis. It mentions figures and institutions, but the text is garbled with incomplete names and stray phrases.

Theft charge remanded at Canberra Court

A remand was ordered on a theft charge involving a boat valued at £3,000 seized from a factory. The case, connected to Stan Ruane and MelKillep, proceeded yesterday at Canberra Court with the defendant in custody.

Seiseae Tae S Factory Nan Ruane MelKillep Canberra Court

Threat in Court Turns Aggressive Startle Scene

In Sydney at Central Court an incident arose during a hearing for an adjournment order sought by Mrs. J. Clark Barnes against I. M Downiac. A young woman attempted to attack and kill an elderly woman and struggled with a policeman amid the disruption.

Sydney Central Court J. Clark Barnes Downiac

National Football two Canberra clashes in tight semis

Two pivotal semifinals headline Canberra football as Amalie hosts Manuka in the main event at Kingdon Oval while junior matches run at eld Park. Amalie seeks home-field edge against Manuka with Manuka and Bastlake set for sub junior semifinals.

Canberra Northoure Oval Ieer Eastlake Nukn Amnalis Ol Rovers Posamanion Bullante Flenke Tunior Manuke v Xaxilake St Kingaton Oval Amalie Quesnat Turner Manuka Finatieke Eld Park Q ‘Maouke Bastlake Kingaton Ationm

Live Church Services and Parish Notes Across St John Parish

A fragmented OCR list of church services and religious activities across multiple congregations. It details communion, prayer, sermons, and worship times at St John s, St Paula, Christopher s, Christophen s, and other local churches, with occasional references to pastors and lay leaders.

Ueltheh England Unday Trine Jonn Dranafield Barvico Drawela Paula Manuhe Bermon OK Doer Maly Caidran

Also Mentioned on This Page

Vm WO Greatay Punne Willow Thureday Nest U, Batra Peulterers Committen Canberran Chamber of Commerce Arnueim Land Forrest A. H. Moller Wits Oagbhees Revoryos Wiloon Bydney Commonwealth OF Aubthalia Department OF Workh and ! ‘Housing Commonwealth Department OF Works and Bouring Nince Gamer Hon Yoc Cbs Dolige Cris United Matas ‘Fula & & Formidable Hospital Board BouLlon Jerate Pressman Tales Council OF Women IN A.C.T. Industrial Board R.mc U.K Ue Prine Mr. Chifley Averaeus Australla Auteulla Auntralia America Betsuit Uae Allan Mabe Pearcy Ameriae Srifteh Bron Mars Winiter Witmots RC. Gihers Ita Luis Me Atau Perta Insydney Ceary Stocksmen Backen If. Jonan Connelly Curtin D. Hetalan Fhompaon G. Ghirardelie Custance Yandell Droop Dorman Smith Cosgrove Gaugirwin Hartley Are Seftrien McMllan Startston Edwards Griffiths James Horgan Kennedy Crown L. Tames Tilyard Duns Hasely Marrott Rolly Martin Lucernelli Makiwin Kruger Manuika Capello Flaherty Wo- Namare Dontally J. Pint Giles Gardner Iuey Matonme Grange Lee Caneres Monalla Staphenain Roscve Moulimein Braddon Jardah Fasekner Steel Hedioul Pam Ikinder Dist Wesley Churen Forrest “Mansy Bunley Warner Mipinter Roe' Or Wei Ve Bubjeet Merz
Search Courier

Search the Canberra Times Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Canberra Times?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication