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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 18, 1944

Page

2

Death notice for Moran family mourns Michael Moran and kin

Fragmented obituary notes the death of Michael Moran on September 16 and Michael Moran Sr on September 14 1942. It lists mourners Doreen Alf Wilmren WaL and Pas MORAN along with family of Michaul Henry, Valerie MORAN, Ann Moran and Joe Thorn. The piece mentions a funeral service and Canberra Cemetery rites with relatives Barry Reneé Jean and others attending.

Moran Daar Michaul Henry Mom Lo Ann Michael Milwen Wal Pas Moran Doreen Barry Reneé Jean

British strike spreads amid Labour unrest across towns

Fragmented report notes a general strike from noon Saturday to Monday, with workers from retail unions in Britain planning to halt work next Sunday. London reports widespread stoppages as unions press for wage and labor reforms amid ongoing industrial action.

Montgomery H Condon Munixy Gras Brumby Marghal Murgomery Chelet Lonpon Aunitoy Melani Gerenn Na Uvey Cntral Suomunmlam Dawish Landon Ag Nor Gsin Ouran Gertinae London Sof Une Man Une Man SmuhOntry Kemployeew Union Sunibiay Yeatertay Autyuirnea Maury Albert Flatt

Soviet Demands Unanimity for World Security Plans

Report from New York cites Soviet delegation at Dumbarton Oaks insisting on unanimity rule in all actions by the World Security Council to curb aggression. The Times correspondent notes interpretation suggests removing an earlier plan could shift power and delay action.

New York Dumbarton Cais Haa Moncaw Council of the World Security Orgamaatinn New York Times Tomue Ian

Light Snow Falls Around Canberra and Surrounds

Snow fell in Canberra with lighter accumulation and bursts of sleet and thunder. Early Saturday brought variable conditions as a cold front moved through, followed by improved skies later in the day. Northeastern districts reported rain and significant totals, while lower elevations saw minimal accumulation.

Aline Amlupaay Busgorshire Piebes Berra Ikea Adaminaty Kasetuiatir Om ‘Punk Tva

Investiture By Sir Wiewten Dugen

A dense list of officers and ranks from a military investiture ceremony appears in the record. Names such as Sir Wiewten Dugen, Lieutenant Coronal ND, Wing-Commander C. C. Kraresonth, Squadron-Leader D. H. Hannah, and Flight-Lieutenant J. Car tae AAT are noted alongside numerous other officers, with many partial or garbled titles. The fragment outlines a formal investiture with a long roster of military personnel across RAF, RAAF, and allied services.

Orc Learmonth Lage C. C. Kraresonth RAAF D. H. Hannah St Catanach J. Car Tae King Vo Marky J.T. Kearney RAAP Jasacsen ARC OFM Raay Pileht W Weacherley Raar Flight K. N.acDonald

The Werewolf metaphor in wartime German fear and fate

The piece discusses Germanys invincibility myth being shattered by Allied pressure in Western Europe. It claims Germany must be educated into the futility of war and warns against mercy for the German people or werewolf rhetoric, urging decisive measures to avert future aggression.

Wure Germany Ministry of Propagands Europe USA France Lanehen Caliente M Park Wolver Stein

Australian plans for migrants in wartime Britain orphans

A damaged article discusses Australian plans to encourage migration, mentioning Mr Forde and East Australia, and references Britain and Europe. It notes preparation for influx of evacuees and veterans, with emphasis on integrating orphans and refugee figures into the migration scheme.

Huismane Bunny Australia Britain Mr Forde East Austra Dacca Europe Rusteulint Hurane

Norway Opposes Relief Aid for Italy

A dispatch notes that the United Nations Relief and Rehabilitation Committee led by Norway opposes relief to Italy, arguing such aid could fuel German gains. The item mentions delegates and limited preparations in the wartime context, reflecting postwar relief tensions.

New York Kumluy Bornean Memburg United National Reliefed Rehabilitation Committee Norway Germany Mervidarn Canadien Preas Driminion Wis Oe Mae & Wre Hopson Europe

Australian P O W Exchange Reported in London

Australian prisoners of war were exchanged aboard the repatriation ship Arundel Cent in London. The event involved a rush of personnel and drew attention from officials as the ship carried rescued Australians home, marking a significant wartime exchange.

London Fatuniay Lustraliens Arundel Paula Pile

Service Releases for Essential Industries in Sydney and Beyond

Government officials outline service releases for essential civil industries. Deputy Director Mr Balle Hots states 20 000 to be available for industry needs and 1 000 mounted for forces. Recommendations emphasize balance with transport services and food industries, detailing hours and support measures for essential operations.

Sydney Huntley Afr Sha Balle Hots Amid Rapset

P O Palstein Returns to Attack on Air Programme

P O Palstein renews assault on government air programme as private members threaten decisive action in the House of Representatives. The defence minister and aviation officials respond to Palstein's charges amid a tense parliamentary session, with Palstein calling for accountability and urgent policy review.

P.O. Palstein

Australia and Britain discuss Pacific relief roles in Commons

Reported dialogue in Parliament centers on Commonwealth relief efforts in the Pacific. Officials plan coordinated action with Australia counting a pivotal contribution to aid for those in ravaged inland areas. Discussions set for formal proceedings and committee reviews.

Postwar U S Aviation Routes Set by Board for 1945

The Civil Aeronautics Board outlines tentative postwar air routes and hearing dates for North Atlantic Pacific Central Pacific and Australia services beginning October 16 with public input sought. Public hearing on North Atlantic routes starts November 3 and proceeding dates extend into January 1945 with related mapping and future transport plans.

Wppthullina Amersicant Interneonal Air Tate Asronpotice Board of Aimerica North Pwcthe Central Pacific Australia Hoaring Binten Renievers Wit Sk San Franciney Lov Angeles Honolutt Aruttesee Canton Valandh Suyn Novinon Ydnay Auckland Honolulu Midway Wake Quem Manila Singapore Batavia

Frequent raids predicted against Japan by allied air force

New York Sunday report cites General Lauris Onatad as chief of the 20th Air Force forecasting sustained Super Fortes strikes against Japan. He states larger, more frequent attacks will target military production and homeland areas, with operations possibly extending to Europe and the Pacific via Saipan and Tunen.

New York Japan Wisan Lauris Onatad 20Th Air Force Allied Air Force Germany Europe Geneva Noratad Saipan

Officers Decorations List From Naval Ceremony

A formal register lists officers including Lieutenant-Commander GC HL Pittard and Lieutenants at RANI and RAN, with names such as A J Skr nan and others. Dignitaries like Lady Dugan and Lady Miditine Slomowimble are noted, along with MPs and the Governor, at a university event with various awards and acknowledgments.

Olunterr HL Pittard Ian Fon Rani Ven Breydort C & Finn RAN M.P Bewatir Fraser

Senator Uppill Resigns Ill Health After Years in Senate

The resignation of Senator Uppill due to ill health ends his years in the Senate. McKeay notes Uppill did not seek reelection after eight serious ailments, leaving the post physically unable to perform official duties. A government statement confirms the resignation and honors Uppill's service while acknowledging the impact on federal political work.

Sirecaaaa Benator Hua Rvaignest Vhs Senate The Renate Beiatar McKeay Menatur Benatar Jalvarius al Prabe Thaaia Honor McLeay Kean Formnateas Santor MeLmuy Sydney Sue Ausralia Quebec Urrimon Dontateamn Slishmane

Death of Former Clerk of Senate Mir G H Monahan

Imoey Honahan died in Sydney last Wednesday aged on death notice states Monahan once Clerk of the Senate when Parliament moved to Canberra in 1927. He served as parliamentary official for decades, later clerk emeritus, and led the Cerra Bowling Club as president for several years.

Sydney Imoey Honahan Tories Vale Monahan Wan Senate Canberra Nie Ptydocwamers Orange Ip Benate Me Wa Tani Wma Lula Mts Monabion Cerra Mime Yeern Hic Teaver Soma Bryan Patrick Bolt

Two German Convoys Sunk Near Crete Report

Sunday war report claims two German convoys were sunk near Crete after British destroyers engaged. The action involved multiple vessels, with escorts and merchant ships, as Allied forces pursued and scattered the German convoy.

Crete Landon Aumureity Merchantiei Ssartan Almont GAMA Wien Reptiei Terchantmar Sutton Wwe Froure Iy Deinen Pivrend Aniolin Newrenilylits

Allied Invasions Press On Across Fronts

The report describes Allied forces advancing from the south and northeast, pushing toward Chauraontea Vesoul and Belfort, breaking strong German defenses near Aachen, and continuing heavy air strikes on Boulogne and fuel depots.

Mostle Nancy Chauraontea Vesoul Wattert Belfort Ragan AmeWerp Aschen Aachen An Ee Bombay Boulogsm Reids

Flying bomb attacks likely against Japan

Wartime dispatch reports that flying bombs may be used more against Japan as Allied air leaders consider them an important weapon. An Eastern air operation is expected to intensify as Germany approaches defeat, with production of super-boomers and super-bombers cited as crucial to future efforts.

Japan Walmington US Army Air Force Cliowad Urbe Germany Tamoon Posibie Uli Saumentuns

Australia at Quebec conference confusion and resignations

Fragmentary report notes confusion over Australia in Quebec conference notes and mentions a resignation. Names and clear details are obscured.

Australia Quebec

Italian unions vow to stay free from politics

London report from the conference of the Italian Central Confederation of Labour states Mr T O'Brien of the British Trades Union Congress urged Italian unions to remain politically neutral to secure unconditional support from British unions. The motion urged governments not to interfere amid hopes for a democratic government in Italy.

London Tealley Stecinlm Ammice Faly Aman Corey Carly md Aldo Jendt

Braddon Welfare Bodies Discuss Constitutional Reform

Braddon welfare groups and residents with the New Union Progress and Welfare Association discussed possible name changes and constitutional amendments to govern the Braddon trade area. The aim is to ensure clear representation and unify leadership under a single body.

Weeween Braddon Iulion Progress and Welfare Separe Laken Pinatt Don Bowdon

New Graving Dock Queensland Opening Preview

Fragmented report outlines the Brisbane ceremony for a new graving dock as British Navy and Allied plans, with Mr. Forde noting large wartime shipbuilding activity and extensive naval support. Mentions thousands employed, and future industrial impact on Australia’s shipbuilding program.

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