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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 17, 1949

Page

4

Multiple Historic Job Ads Open at Commonwealth Library

Applications invited for stenographers typists and clerical staff at Commonwealth National Library Canberra. Positions require speed, accuracy, and fluency in typing with strong word processing and data entry skills. Apply with references to the Secretary noting qualifications and experience. Salary details and deadlines vary by post.

Commonwealth Merional Libescy Canberee Canberrs Grorthandt South ‘Africa Teast Binh

Examination notice for application form and return date

Full particulars of the scantication are shown on the application form issued by the school principal and headmaster or from any branch of the Menk Rotrina. Return to the Meas Inspector at Crmamanwoatti Rank of Amralin, Box 718 Sydney before the year end deadline.

Schoal Prin Menk Rotrina Amralin Aydney Imler Yaar Orteter

Immigrant Welfare Jobs and Temporary Social Worker Posts

A scanned notice lists various temporary social work and welfare positions in Australia including Social Worker, Senior Social Worker, and related roles. Qualifications require a Diploma of Social Studies or Australian university equivalence with two years practical experience. salaries range from about 315 to 430 pounds per year, with postings in Brisbane Adelaide and other cities. Applications to the Department of Immigration. accommodation and housing notices accompany job ads.

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Wool Market Outlook Amid War Time Uncertainties

A Canberra news brief discusses wool market prospects during and after the war. Prices have declined by about 13 percent and may stabilize only with broader demand and production improvements. buyers in the US and Britain show restraint while Western markets anticipate some readjustment and uncertain future prices. The piece notes high past prices spurred industrial improvements and capacity, with future trends linked to demand, production, and global economic factors.

Eulea Gragien

Commonwealth Bank Entrance Examination Notice

A competitive examination for entrance to the Commonwealth Bank will be held on Saturday afternoon, October 18. Open to British subjects aged under 18 as of January 18, with exceptions for external candidates and approved schools. Details include age limits, certificates, and eligibility for male members or discharged forces under the Employment. Act. Forms available from school principals or headmasters or from the Commonwealth Bank, Box 2718, CPA2, Sydney, to reach by October 1.

Bervirn Pal Sam Impector Aue Tralia Sydney

Commonwealth Government Vacancies Snowy Mountains Authority

Positions open for civil engineering and construction roles including dams and tunnels. Applicants must have relevant experience and provide age nationality current position and detailed qualifications. Selection follows Commonwealth Public Service rules and at will terms with superannuation provisions.

Dutier Vera Tl Wen Tecome van Tritutore Neder Snowy Moudsina Eriany

External Atta... Facilities Hiring in Antarctic Research

The department seeks temporary personnel for Antarctic seaward operations and related fields. Duties include standard field work, equipment handling, and support at Macquarie or nearby sites. Applicants must meet health and physical requirements and be prepared for remote duties and long deployments.

Antarctic Station Cook and Labour Roles Invite Applicants

Apparent postings describe positions at Macquarie Island and Heard Island for a cook, bullion cook, and general labor, with wages around 450 per annum and 11/8 per day for certain allowances. Applicants should be young and fit for outdoor work, with experience in cooking, carpentry, and other practical tasks.

Abmistant Cook-Atore Wan Smacquarie Ce Meard Ialand Totiea Avrrabasg National Antarctic Research Meard Macquarie Ialand Eal Quartermaaier Tyanslat Younge King Australia Kili Mali Nerune Eamimenisaith Bel Binnal Nilowanor Tatoma Albers Parke Barracks Melisayran

Canada moves to abolish Privy Council appeals

Ottawa reports indicate Prime Minister and Parliament plan to end Privy Council appeals as part of constitutional reforms. Government officials project changes to Canada’s appellate framework, signaling a shift toward a unicameral or differently structured system.

Canada Privy Council

Election Date Rot Vet Decided Election Date Rot Vet Decided

Ministers reported the cabinet was convinced to set election date amid confusion over a possible shift to a midwinter vote. The December 3 to December 10 timeframe is cited while officials discount any move to follow regional precedents.

Parliament Newsroom Report on Canberra Dispatch Delays

A messy OCR note records delays in newspaper coverage reaching Canberra from Canberra and parliamentary offices. It mentions an officer in charge and Jack Withers, with unclear dates and a claim of a two year post, and a copy received ante September.

Cary Jack Withers Gratet Canberra

Weather report with scattered details and forecast notes

Regional forecast notes describe winds and temperatures with mixed cloud cover and occasional rain. The message references a barometer reading near Sm. AOIAT and mentions varying wind speeds from 0 to 4 mph, plus higher gusts and possible changes through the day with uncertain timing and conditions.

Aoiat Sterhen Opat Gruay Abe Mmseh FERIA

Stranded Sheep Ted by Plane In Remote Area

A fragmentary report describes a plane incident where a sheep is stranded, prompting search effort by a group traveling roughly 20 miles through a wet area. Details on location, date, and outcome are unclear in the readable text.

Ted

British Soldiers Amid Israeli Turmoil Reported In Tel Aviv

Fragmentary OCR shows British soldiers connected to events in Tel Aviv amid tensions. The piece references court martial and names such as Tina Walters and Marat, with unclear details and garbled phrases surrounding a possible incident or investigation in the city.

Israel Tal Aviv Tina Walters Arivate Marat Ory Baetonake Morty Mitial Rieitah Mile Sonat

Motion to Call Dr Coombe Fails in Parliament

Debates show a motion to call Dr Coombe failing amid heated questions on parliamentary procedure and government credits. Speakers including Mr Kane address economic policy, currency exchanges, and import controls while the Prime Minister’s stance draws mixed responses from ministers and opposition members.

Dr. Coombe

Tan Miner and Vining Chaberra Celebrate Forty Years in New York

Mr and Mrs Tan Miner and Vining Chaberra celebrate forty years of married life in New York City. The ceremony marks a long partnership with ties to the Grand National Bank and local community affairs, reflecting steady careers and family roles.

Tan Miner New York Miner Ie Urand Nationa Bacre

Kashmir dispute and church schedule in colonial era notice

Fragmentary OCR shows a mix of mentions including Kashmir dispute acceptance of Truman proposal, various church services and parish notes. It lists multiple churches with names and sermon times, including Anglican and Catholic references, and scattered dates, places, and preachers. The text is highly garbled with inconsistent diacritics and missing context.

Four Counting Centres for ACT Elections

Four counting centres will operate for the ACT election, with scrutineers and staff tallying votes at four venues including Park school and Friendly Societies Hall. Paper ballots will be sorted by voters while results are recorded, and counting will extend Sunday afternoon and into Monday.

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Ministers debate Hospitel policy amid contested meeting

In Howe region ministers debate Hospitel issues raised at a joint session. Deputy speaker and allied figures press for action while categorizing the matter as urgent. reform proposals target employment, regulatory oversight, and federal alignment.

Hospitel Lasue Howe

Unclear wartime horse selection and vote dispute

Fragmented OCR notes describe a chaotic wartime tale involving horses, a selection process, a theft, and a political ballot. References include Mr W Cronk, Labor, Ponty, Taber trainers, and a push to stamp out conduct amid enemy peace concerns.

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