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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 14, 1944
Page
6
The Minister for the Interior said the coal shortage may disrupt Canberra water supply via the Cotter River pumps. Restrictions on water usage could be needed, with residents urged to report leaks and conserve water under a possible interim plan.
A statement to Parliament by the Minister for Air will define postwar aviation policy. The minister discusses aims, past actions, and readiness to act, noting government guidance for internal services and the balance of profitable routes. Federal officials say wartime civil aviation was not interfered with beyond temporary military use, with occasional waivers granted.
A report states the Rationing Commission set new coupon currency rules. The A series will expire in June and the B economy plan begins November 13, continuing for a year. Mention of Manchester goods possibly affected by the regulation.
All coal mines were working today with Brockrington No 1 Colliery reporting only 80 tons due to a haulage breakdown. Other pits are expected to offset the loss and push another production record this week. Miners log hearing to resume Monday in Sydney under the Central Administrative Authority.
Secretary of the League said the cabinet decision remains unsettled amid pending official communication. The party faces calls to remove the problem from the field and ensure all nations have a right to participate in law making as government actions continue to reflect political influence rather than clear representation.
In London the Romanian State official was questioned about General Ion Antonescu the former Prime Minister amid treason trial coverage. The official suggested decisions on his fate would be determined by authorities.
The A.C.T. P and A. Ax portation restart activities after a 1943 suspension. The rural community greets the move as competition focuses on tour sections horse and ring events sheep dog trials sheep and poultry. An open sheep dog trial starts in the morning with heats for steer riding later. Entries are expected to fill the day and interest pastoralists. The poultry section aims to attract a wide selection.
The following players are selected for the weekend event at Griffith ground. They are asked to beat Griffith round at 10 mm on Sunday for a precious only match. Saturdays feature Ed students and Warriens Sydney team at Griffith ground at 430 pm. A vial of two Sydney tears arranged for Eight-Hour weekend. players available should notify their captains.
An appeal to ex Cubs and their parents seeks donations of Tendarpad badges for the Canberra effort. The M and W branch directs badge orders, but the manufacturer delays begin for months. Send badges to District Cubmaster at Winders Way Canberra, with Lady Cubmasters over 18 assisting at Sanders War Oran Canber.
The Department of Agriculture notes strong crops in the north with good growth and heavy yields expected. In the south, moisture shortages and frosts slow development, creating low to very low yields and urgent need for action. The Australian Wheat Board forecasts about 60 million bushels for the coming harvest, with state estimates for New South Wales, Western Australia, South Australia, Victoria, and Queensland listed.
Two schools arrange a schedule with Gram mar 7 and 3 Bt Christopher’s 1 and 4 Telopes Park 1 and 3 High 3 High Park St Patrick’s Ainileary to play at Tolopee Parisi 3 pm. The following team will play sheet oracles matahee bam Relient. Grammar 1 noe Dooley TWA Ly SETS om BesBtadenta v TWA 1 Deak grammar 1 Beh Y W C A Jv Grammae Doolay ti aitenis v Heh. The setai fralk will be played on September 8.
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