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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 11, 1948

Page

4

Alva Tait and Others Noted in Private Accommodation

Fragmentary report lists individuals and locations including Norwood and Neutral Bay with references to private hotel and residence matters. Details unclear but mentions Kirribill Road and Wycombe Heights with street-level identifiers.

Rvdney Hofela Scerateieli Norwood Kirriball Ry Xaivzt Neutral Bay Wycombe Hd BAIT Croydon Stanmore Blancapee Fd Mae

Prime Minister Rejects Demand for Royal Inquiry

The Prime Minister refused to appoint a Royal Commission to investigate the matters raised by Opposition Leader Whitlam and Mr Abbott. Chifley stated no need for such a inquiry, noting the Capital Issues Board and Commonwealth Actuary would not justify a royal probe. He emphasized openness to inspect papers if requested by Mr Abbott, while defending government actions and stating no malpractice.

Abbott Monwealth Aztuary Balm’ Med Monwealth Granis Uhr Pitegtral Alwayy Capital Feaves Board Commonwealth Metropolitan Gement Ltd Hamilton Derik Dretty AL & Later Stawe Chifley Gengtor Io. A.W Ataran Dlacloaing Tel Fadaen Mactan Job Job Vented Interest. 1 “Kr. “Abbotts Mr. Chifley Wadden Moyal Cosn Mth Yaden

Chifley Denies Radio Shares

Prime Minister Chifley told the House he did not own shares in any newspaper during a question session. He stated that Labour Party members had arranged a shareholding by a party donor and denied holding shares personally.

Prion Mr Chifley Australia Hiehitaga Labour Amboota Chifey

Bill Introduced For Act Representation In House Of Representatives

The bill proposes Australian Capital Territory representation in Parliament after the next federal election. It outlines one senator and five House of Representatives members, with voting limits on ordinances and amendments for the Territory, and includes provisions mirroring the Northern Territory representation act.

House OF Representatives Jahfmon Alactora Frank Taemmanla Parliamant Johnau de Pr Fomott ACT BUN Rue Arcllan Cour As Commonwealth Jervin Bay The Tage Donamelr Benue Atvalny Eloetoeuh House of Rapeesentatives Ita Academia Australian Capital Territory Taumania Northern Territory Rosary House of Hieprestaten Mir Australiah Sevmino Northarn Bath South Austeaiie New ‘Houth ‘Wales Commonwealth of Australia UKAC Commonweaith House of Representationn Northern Hi Wat Sapitat Atravgtha Leaérytcy Bere

Tasmania as Chime Base for Whaling Industry

Whaling industry potential tied to Tasmania as base. References to regional provisions, treaty implications, and a 1940s political context with experts like Chifley and Nocera cited in the remnant text.

Tasmania Chifley Nocera Antareie Front

Australians to gain limited ACT representation in Parliament

The article discusses the path to parliamentary representation for Australian territories. It notes the Northern Territory and Australian Capital Territory historically lacked full voting rights and outlines the gradual move toward restricted representation with future full voting rights deemed possible.

Salary Increase Sought for Hospital Superintendent

The board pressed for ministerial approval of an increased superintendent salary amid hospital strain. A medical superintendent reports two and a half hours missing from duty for a court appearance, leaving 27 patients waiting at the hospital. Police work reportedly overlapped with medical duties.

Canberra Rslaton Dts Roberts Hedi Department For Information Iharing Pam Traiee Lyance Tewan

Church calls for unity in relief effort at Canberra

More than 150 people attended a service at St Andrew's Tauro, Canberra, led by Dr George Macleod. He urged unity and action, saying the church must speak out in public life while stressing shared doctrine over faction.

St Andrew's Tauro Canberra George Macleod Mernoan Macleod Jesus Chri

Governor General staff changes note wartime appointments

A 1947 report lists staff changes at Government House Canberra with a squadron leader FA Smith August 1947. Reverend Dr George and Captain H W Pope cited. Major Pope formerly served with the 12th Battalion in the Middle East and New Guinea and received the Military Cross for action at Finachhaten in 1943.

Squasdron Smith Dae RAAE Harrison Generel Tember Hineneon Cats Eivermment Canber Brat Pope Middle East New Gainea Finachhaten Sydney

Canberra Weather Friday Report With Distant Details

The report provides scattered readings for Canberra across Friday with times and vague measurements. It mentions temperatures around the day and a rainfall note on the Boither Tablelands over a two hour window.

Canberra Forecast in Fragments From Meteopologica

Weather notes from Canberra show scattered clouds and mild conditions. The fragmentary forecast mentions a Friday timetable and a reference to the 94 Bones and B pan, indicating uncertain or garbled data in the source.

Fairbairn

Liberal Casey Seeks Longer Term as President Candidate

Melbourne dispatch notes Casey plans a longer term bid for the presidency, signaling liberal ambitions. The report mentions Conrad as a federal candidate and hints at peace talks, with terse references to Ossia and a one year term in federal politics.

Casey May Melbourne Way Conrad Woula Uae

Destruction at Hotel Ainside Fire Damages Quarters

A fire swept rooms at Hotel Ainshire last night, gutting a wing and damaging adjacent areas before crews contained it. Estimated damage about £560. The incident was reported by Marjorie Grave, with staff on duty at the time and a constable later interviewing witnesses.

Ainade Marjorie Grave Concent Ballet Ant Pos Jewanions

State Lottery Sydney Draw Report

The fragment notes a lottery draw with principal prize details and syndicate names. It mentions a draw date, prize numbers, and associated syndicate entities, including Besaker street references and a listed location. The text appears damaged with misspellings and partial names.

Sydney Fridep Forday Ube Besaker Maren Arcondria A. Arma

Inquiry into Metropolitan Cement Ltd Sparks Parliament Debate

In Federal Parliament Mr Abe Bott alleged corruption by the cement combine aiming to kill a rival company. The Cement and Concrete Association of Australia denied secret funds, while the chairman urged a Royal Commission inquiry into operations and finances.

Bydney, Fiiaty Portland Omens, Ltd Abebott Cament Bth Directs Walton Royal Comlesion Cement Combine Cement and

Treasury bills total noted at 164 million pounds

The government reports outstanding Treasury Bills of 164 million pounds and estimates total revenue for the first two months of the financial year. It shows customs duty and other revenues contributing to the 500 million pound budget target, with current collections around 280 million for the period.

Sgl Indore UK

Communist Ban Not Extended to Sympathisers

In a Sydney court a federal official admitted the ban on communists had not extended to sympathisers. The hearing centered on an amendment to a ban on communists and whether an injunction against the league should be issued. The session adjourned until Monday.

Sydney Herd % Millhoune MSE Lapaity Court Eng Hie Cmae Arthur Reginald Bergecat Bergreet League Hic Milthouve Amis Ave Athiaeva

Migrant policy debate dominates congressional session

Rowing through garbled text, a discussion centers on migrants and immigration policy. The fragment references government action, congressional proceedings, and potential funding or passages affecting border or refugee issues.

Church Services and Notices Across Several Parishes

A garbled church services list from East Britain and nearby parishes notes Monish Trinity observances, baptisms, confirmations and children's services at St Johns, St Pauls Manuka, St Christophers and St Patrick's. Details include times 7 30 p m 8 h and 1 30 p m, with ministers Rev Bruce Clark Rev Dune Strong and others. Also mentions Wesley Church methods, Baptist and Congregational services and a General Secretary of the British Foreign Bible Society.

Dune Strong Alma Ign Children'e Beyyive Wesley Church Huey Manley Pay J. Hassewook H.G. Hackwortey Raw Brit Foreign Bible Society Opan Bunsey Meheol Matkworny Orvicen Ainalie

United Nations Children Appeal Receives Global Acknowledgment

An international appeal coordinated by United Nations Children’s Fund garners wide support from agencies and donors. Officials announce progress and outline ongoing efforts to aid vulnerable children worldwide.

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