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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 18, 1941

Page

3

Farm Labour Shortage Sparks War Time Ration Review

The committee in Parliament urged expanded use of untrained rural labor and exemption from military service for certain rural workers during harvests. A full review of petrol rationing bases was called, with emphasis on supporting rural industries and measures to improve transport, materials supply, and labor cooperation. The report also touched on female domestic labor and proposed establishing agencies to channel women into wartime work.

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Cotton trade impact described in Australian policy notes

The report outlines how raw cotton yields and returns are affected by tariffs and duty changes. It cites figures on wet returns, bounties, and proposed quotas for Australian cotton, with mentions of producers, markets, and expected disruptions around year end.

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Gaol Confirmed Sentence and Fine Evidence Document

Judge Barton confirmed a four month sentence and a 20 pound fine after movable documentary evidence was produced. The case involved three remand periods as the proceedings unfolded, with the witness statements and charges repeatedly reviewed by the court.

Barton

Hospital Comforts for Soldiers Arrives

Fragmentary OCR notes describe hospital comforts for soldiers, unclear but indicating supplies or aid reaching military medical facilities. No firm names, dates, or places readable.

Bribery uproar in state parliament over appointments and reforms

In a heated session the Labour Party claims ministerial appointments and proposed reforms to coal regulation. Debates center on a replacement commissioner, wage claims, and parliamentary procedures as representatives demand accountability and the government contends with disallowance motions and disputed pay regimes.

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War era briefing notes on ammunition and factory labor

A condensed wartime dispatch reports calls to increase munitions output and manning at ordnance factories, noting shifts, overtime, and labor disputes. It mentions Burma Road, Murthymong plant issues, budget figures, and proposed staff promotions and overtime capacity amid ongoing production pressures.

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Australasian Aircraft Industry Development Committee Formed

The Commonwealth Government appoints an Austratian to head a committee under Mr George Julius to advise on the aircraft industry. The Prime Minister Mr Madden announced the committee will study schematics and technical matters, investigate Austrasian materials use, review inventions, and examine accident causes in co operation with the British Aeronautical Research committee.

George Julius Madden Australas Brith Aeronautical Kerarch Committee

RAAF Squadron Leader Appointed in Major Overhaul

An Australian defense press note confirms a squadron leader will take command of a key Australian Air Force unit, energizing operations after new ISA reforms. Details remain partially obscured due to OCR errors, but the move signals leadership changes across the force and heightened readiness for upcoming missions.

Empire Air Plan Ties to Londons Conference Visit

Fragmented OCR notes describe Empire Air policy and a pledge to attend a London conference. Mentions a March review, a possible Australian representation by Marshal Wis, and Canadian concerns over barley exports and routes. Clarity and dates are uncertain due to damaged text.

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Chermosen face powder and chain items headline misread

A fragmentary OCR text mentions Chermosen face powder Aiunll birth 14 and Holt everywhere by chunlas with drapers and Miprea chain atoros. The readable items include an Abov pelt Intitude and pales tate with scattered brand-like terms.

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Cane growers threaten inspectors amid tensions in Pars

North cane growers resist inspectors as labor factions accuse authorities of coercion. Officials report attempts to organize resistance and protection for officers amid tensions over cane disease controls and farm inspections.

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Crowsfeet A TeMulay Wry of Woe

A fragmented note describes a nightly ritual of pain and makeup, mentioning Charma and a crowd gathered for a vow or ceremony. It hints at themes of self-image, ritual restraint, and unseen burdens behind appearances. Authorities or groups are not clearly named in the readable text.

Charma

Unclear fragmentary item on cold cream and tubes

Fragmentary text mentions cold cream and tubes with numbers, then garbled terms about wa teryubers and chamins. No clear event or entities to identify a full news item.

Runners for Rosehill Race Reported Amid Confusion

Fragmented OCR item mentions Rosehill runners and a chaotic scene with names such as Hanus Bon and Bill Minkee. The readable lines hint at a crowded event, possible delays, and race preparations but lack complete details, participants, or outcomes.

Stoney

Amendment notice on workers compensation reform published

The Commonwealth Gabets The Teguler reports an amendment requiring every employer in Use Tarctvory to file returns by September 30 each year. The notice, issued by the Secretary Department of the Anerivx, explains changes for employers and new reporting obligations.

Department of the Anerivx Erviayers

Notable Army Boot Case Hints No Motive to Defraud

Fragmentary report cites High Court proceedings in London on a case named after Hyde and Windeyers KC. It notes no established motive for defrauding and mentions the Crown’s absence of evidence. A doctor testified at Vevey about leather impressions and stamps related to the matter.

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No Blackout for Broken Hill Aydeny

Fragmented OCR text mentions political talk and a parliament, with unclear names and places, suggesting a halted or debated blackout policy related to Broken Hill and surrounding districts amid confusing references and garbled terms.

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