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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 16, 1944

Page

2

Remembering Teresa and Daniel Matthews in Sacred Funeral Notices

Fragmented obituary notice records a funeral for Teresa at Mary Orr and a memorial for Daniel Matthews. It references family members Joan, Batty, Norma, Max, Trey, and others, with lines about remembrance, grave locale, and a memorial verse. The text lists addresses and names in a somber church setting with dates around September and November, indicating multiple related notices.

Kerkiand Seem Ves Juring Tuiner Sanh Acd Kery A Theaver Teresa Empire Matthews Danny Daniel Matehowa Mgrved Cunbetre Bemoenibau Sd Prat

Unclear War Time Briefs and Police News From London

A garbled, multi-nation war era dispatch covers police leadership in London, armor and ammunition mentions, ship and rail incidents, and regional encounters. It references New Police Chief, a London government note, New York rail collision, and wartime price reporting, with scattered dates and names embedded in the disrupted text.

Allied landings signal new phase in Pacific War progress

Canberra Times reports a major leap in the Pacific campaign as Allied forces begin a new phase in the Netherlands East Indies. The invasion of Morotai and surrounding islands boosts MacArthur's land drive, setting the stage for liberations in the Philippines and beyond.

Pacific Murotit Matmahere Multaahera Trutch Bush MacArthur MacAethus Philippinns Timalerek Austrulia Kurweu Malaya Philippines Singapore Te Lhwarth Jain Raat Indies China Javus Stadda

Graving Dock Costs Inflated by Manpower Waste Plea

Chaotic coastal dispatch details a push to abolish casual labor on wharves and curb waste in the Graving Dock program. Proponents claim saved funds could reduce port costs and benefit citizens, while opponents cite risks to operations and jobs.

Alleged Witnesses Not Called in Australian Inquiry

Fragmentary OCR from a Sydney era report notes witnesses not called in a legal inquiry. It mentions Cameron, Webbside figures, and a letter to Mr. Collins of Melbourne. The text is garbled but implies issues of censorship and a questioned August inquiry.

Williem Sydney Awbow Wien Cameron Australis RD. Collins

Seasonal rise in lencia orangfs and market shifts

A garbled report discusses seasonal price changes in Valencia oranges tied to a brokered agreement or commission figure. It mentions potential impacts on a regional market, with references to coal prices, bakers, and capital elites. Details are unclear due to OCR errors.

Fadden Urges Wartime Staffs Policy Debate

Fadden urged wartime staffing and budget measures in a speech to representatives, arguing for tighter controls and prudent use of funds. He pressed for better manpower efficiency, avoided inflationary spending, and favored savings and trading banks over trust corporations, warning of deficits and the need to support national war efforts.

Air Madden Josne Fadden Commonwealth and Board Commonwealth Vienna Yea Anil Muanpower Paddvu Peterpan Department of War Inhibin Inudividarad Salimatid Adden Panionment

Britain Plans to Make Japan Impotent

A Thursday Labour Center briefing in London reports Britain intends to weaken Japan's potential in the European war context. Delegates Walsh and Moohany summarize support for Britain’s role and mobilization of resources while European conflict divisions continue behind closed doors.

Britain Japan London Care Mr. Walsh Rexland M. Moohany Petare Jane Commonwealth Rintlone

Adelaide Canteen Profits Reported Postwar

A report from the Australian defense services notes profits at the canteen system, with officers including Priday and Holden referenced. The article discusses wartime accounting and the financial outcomes for stalled postwar operations.

Adelaide Hervices Holden Mac Wenday

World Security Plans Weave Through Deliberations

Delegates from Ye Cambarion Oaks discuss proposals for a new world security framework. AMF Churchill Bray and others consider measures as a summit in Quebec approaches. A realty correspondent notes advances with China and Britain weighing options and potential surprises in the talks.

AMF Churchill Bray Alex Cadogiingtinn n+ Quebec Chinen Boe Vial

Senator Aylatt Repeats Charge of Threat to Soldiers

Senator Aylatt reiterates claims that an order existed to threaten soldiers and that allegations came from forces members, while Parliament considers whether any court martial was involved. The exchange centers on whether statements were made by him or by others in the forces.

The Commonwealth Yeyganne Lwearworthy Watt Ty Pavlik Hoyt Mick Ward Prine Gurntay Hewatey Caorooh Ivan Islihy Aylatt Aenate Aylett Whey Far Hal Remy Forde Parlement

Liberalizing Regulations Regarded by Committee Report

The second report from the Regulation Academy Committee urges more liberal rules to protect freedom of expression during wartime. Prime Minister Curtin says steps are being taken to implement about 70 percent of the recommendations. The committee proposes amendments to curb suppression of dissent while preserving national security interests and outlines numerous changes to welfare, asylum, and enemy alien policies.

Bern Krait Chirtint Atepa ABCA Seauld Nubharinte Entun Bf Boarus Snd Man Power Peraona Curthy

ALP to Review Politics in Sydney Conference

Frida 'ha NW executive of the ALP outlines plans to review post-war policy and ballots. The conference in Sydney aims to set coalition and reform aims within three months, with Prime Minister Curtin expected to provide details on wartime to post-war transition. The Sydney meeting will reassess leadership and the party's direction in Canberra and Victoria.

Sydney Frida ‘Ha Our Party Sxreed Ionighi Victoria Pecambut Canbern Prine Ftr Curtin

Jewish claims for Palestine stalled debate in London

London discussions on Zionist claims in Palestine centered on wartime promises and moral duties. Chief Rabbi warned the Jewish martyrs deserve vigilance and argued that postwar rehabilitation alone cannot solve the crisis without open immigration to Palestine and full international acknowledgment at the conference.

London Wwe Maine Jewish New Palestine

Port War Reconstruction Plan Spurs Delegates Speech

Dr Chombal told a conference that postwar reconstruction is extensive and ongoing with many exservicemen and civilians involved. The figure cited indicates broad removal and reform efforts across multiple sectors as part of the Melbourne meeting.

Melbourne Chombal Wimvo

War cabinet approves expanded postwar shipping programme

The War Cabinet approved a broader shipbuilding plan for Australia. It aims to boost tonnage for intra-state trade and postwar needs, with more freighters of about 366 tons deadweight and up to 14600 ton capacity. The plan also covers refrigerated space and intermediate freight classes, detailing how work will continue on standard merchant ships and freighters under the national program.

Australia Tar Australien Marrehant Pen Oana Treighters Standard Eas Bodo Lian Geadwright

Petrol Traffic Worst in New South Wales

New South Wales faced severe petrol shortages with counterfeit tickets and price irregularities revealed. In Victoria supplies were tighter with alleged extortion and cloned petrol pumps traced to a Sydney vendor. The case surfaced amid legal actions and a proposed Supreme Court review authority to scrutinize the charges and procedures.

New South Wales Br. Beanley Victoria Beanley Bydney Roanley Mlegule- Hana Conimai

Petrol ration tickets adjusted after public holiday notice

The Liquid Heel Control Authority in WT. Waterman stated yesterday that due to the public holiday on Monday October 28 a revised ration ticket schedule is to be announced. In the ACT September tickets will cease at post offices on Saturday September 23 with October tickets issued from Monday September 25.

Waterman Alnce

Agricultural Council to Survey Drought in South Eastern Australia

The Commonwealth Agricultural Council has convened to discuss the drought effects on food production in South Eastern Australia. A provisional conference is planned for October 4 to examine drought impact on dairying and regional supply chains.

Commonwealth Agricultural Council South Seatarn Aus Lentia

Arbitration Court Building Deferred in Parliament Debate

The Attorney General told the House that progress on the new Arbitration Court building in Melbourne was deferred. He said Prime Minister Morrison had not assured Parliament of a timeline and that arrangements were made, with related court building debates continuing.

Wewutniius Ameration Country Party Faddem Rusalia Gavin Arbitration, Court Melbourne Sime Miniter Ted Dr Valk House of Reproschutives MorEwn Igh” Court Methowmne Lion Court Sudan Ube

Cockatoo Dock Dispute Reignites Labor Tensions

In an Avnitration Court session, O'Mara threatened to file papers about the Cockatoo Dock dispute with Attorney-General Dr Eva. The union insisted on defying lay authority, claiming seniority and government principles guide the walkout. A 100-member meeting discussed alleged union instructions to resume work while stoppages continued.

O'Mara Cnewatre Fock Dr Eva Hwa ‘Ha-brighn Union Ork

Owen Dixon Returning to High Court Bench

Prime Minister Curtin confirms Owen Dixon will return to the High Court bench. The government views this as crucial for maintaining judicial steadiness and duties during wartime, with full support from ministers and the public.

Owen Dixon High Court Bench

Problems in Coal Industry Deep-Seated in Sydney

Deep-seated issues in the coal industry emerge as analysts warn of fatigue and rising accidents. Ministers push for rapid measures to meet year-end targets, with proposals for a Northern coal authority modeled on TVA to oversee development, social policy, and economics.

Sydney Tod Prima Teation Wellamid Cuttin Arrington Abermain Foglona Hunter Valley Tennessee Valley Authority

Share limits to be reviewed by Treasurer in House

Modifications of price policies were indicated by Treasurer Chifley in the House of Representatives yesterday. He told Mr. Ryan Pinderat that changes revolved around stock exchange sellings to be abolished for the reallocation of holdings over a specified number of shares. The article notes the reform stage and mentions the motive of adjusting limits.

Mtr Chifley Yeaterday Mtr. Ryan Pvinderat Rtock F Exchange

No Novelty in Frequency Modulation

Fragmented notes on high frequency pilot tubes and frequency modulation discussed in a March 1942 government committee report. Members of the Opposition demanded full details and criticized the report as incomplete and inadequately implemented in other countries. Details touched on stations and metal manufacturing, with references to wartime context and Japan entering the war.

Une Amour i de Teianewall Pal Japan

Gale Sweeps Up American Coast in Atlantic Storm

A fierce gale swept the Atlantic coast causing widespread damage from New Jersey to New York City. The storm damaged hundreds of homes and disrupted transport as aircraft and ships battled high seas. At least one fatality and multiple injuries were reported, with emergency crews aiding stranded residents and assessing the wreckage along the coast.

Kruday Cape Melteraa Ewe Wingland Atlantic City New Derday New Yorn

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