Port War Reconstruction Vacancies and Notices
Wartime and postwar job calls list vacancies in Canberra and Melbourne for reconstruction, clerical, training, and admin roles under Commonwealth schemes. Includes qualifications, salary ranges, and application details, plus assorted hiring notices and local job ads across Canberra and surrounding areas.
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Melbourne
Oullen
Totet
Santa Snout
Sversting
Dir
Canberra
A.C
Comonwealih Council
Rom Schentoic and Industriat
Reararch
Antari Meerate Weather Update Sparks North East Winds
Weather notice reports altered temperatures and offshore winds near Antari Meerate with northeast gusts forming. Meteorologists warn of rapid temperature shifts and potential rough seas impacting coastal activities.
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Antari
Hydro Electric Pursuit on Clarence River
A ministerial group examined hydro electric development on the Clarence River with water conservation work in the Slevenor Valley. They inspected an irrigation stock scheme and a proposed dam site on the Nymbolda and Mitchell rivers, aiming to extend works and coordinate water projects with the Clarence River system. The party included the Minister for Conservation and officials from Public Works and Irrigation, visiting the lower Clarence and related sites.
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Pruwaala
Hydro Henteichy
Slevenor
Minster For Public Works
Canillh
Brewster
Irrigation Communaton
Ete
ate Escotnity _Authority
Wte
Orestam
Clavenor
Mitchell
Nymbolda
Glarence
Clarence River
Aunty
Conan
Missing man found at Wyndham in Far North
Arthur Quaker Hun 49, corporal, disappeared July 4 from Hollywood Military Hospital. Found by wife at Wyndham renovating Wyndham Court Hotel under the name Arthur WHR. Amnesia noted. this is his third appearance.
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PRM
Tusa
Arthur
William Quaeker
Hollywood
Wyndnam
Thors
Aun Hadia
Wyndham Court
Arthue
Colourful Display on Piano and Cello in Sydney Recital
Kathie Dempsey and Kathleen Tuohy presented a vivid concert at Albert Hall. Masterful piano and cello played works by Weber, Brabina, Beethoven, Dvorak, and Prokankov, highlighting tone colour and expressive interpretation. Dempsey, a leading Sydney pianist, impressed with refined technique while Tuohy showcased a mature cello voice long absent from local audiences.
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Dvorak
Amaky-Korankov
Kathleen Dempsey
Sydney
Ion Tuohy
Aucat
Foreign elements in our elections spark controversy in Sydney
A muddled, heavily OCRed report discusses alleged foreign influence and suppression of political views in Sydney. It cites suppression attempts at a meeting, mentions the Liberal and Labour factions, and references Senator Ward amid accusations of intimidatory tactics against dissenting voices.
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Ustralia
Syaney
Wreir Elmlonx
Raat
Sydney
Ward Roddue
Thom
Surplus of Jobs Reaches Fifty Thousand
The Commonwealth Employment Service reports a record 50,000 job surplus amid a near zero unemployment rate. Since May 4 the service has assisted 198,192 entrants and helped 60 ex servicemen and 60 women gain employment by the end of June.
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Common Wealth Employment Service
Ministry of Portwar Racing Meveuion
Yeaterday
Aun Jenlin
Tagtie Chmmons Wealth Employment Service
Haa Arvanes
Uiene Eaz
Escape From Long Bay Gaol Prompts Inquiries In Sydney
An inquiry was held into an escape from Long Bay Gaol with details indicating three officers involved and subsequent actions. The text notes appeals, responses from authorities, and ongoing scrutiny by public officials.
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Long Bay
Royal visit to Sydney landmarks and receptions noted
The Thely Roya Mighnows and The Duke of Gloucester visited Captain Cook’s landing at Kurnell and Admiralty House in Sydney. They were welcomed by sea trustees and Mrs Cramp and attended a Legacy Ball at the Troccadero hosted by the Legacy Club president.
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Thely Roya Mighnows
Higunson
Mm. Yen Farday
Cook
Loaml Kurnell
Seaice
Police search Mt Ainslie for man with gun
Police sent a search team through Mt Ainslie yesterday after reports of a man with a gun. Two boys were chased, one fell, and interior authorities noted an old storage heap as a potential clue in the investigation space.
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Mt. Ainslie
Tee Poilupman
Mt. Aialie
Wool Realisations Will Not Fall
The secretary of the Australian Wool Board Mr G Humphries stated wool prices realized at the wool sale indicated Queensland wool was reasonably cheap compared with some twined at the shering mill. He compared with other regions noting market conditions and weather impacts. The discussion hinted prices might decline further, though current levels remained steady in the sale.
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Asmeiatinn
G. Humphrieg
Queensland
Phate Caimparis
Interstate Theft Charge Across NSW and Queensland
A Sydney man was charged today with theft of £700 connected to an interstate case involving New South Wales and Queensland. The suspect was also charged with vagrancy after a car pursuit linked to Bacchi Seat, with authorities in Melbourne issuing the action against Vetarian Jeter.
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Melbourne
Thortay
Vetarian Jeter
Sydney
Autelaide
Brisbane
New South Wales
Bacchi
Canberra Weather Report Fragment
Fragmentary Canberra weather note shows 9am readings with wind and pressure data. Values are garbled with unclear units and times, but indicate a May morning with wind speeds and temperature around mid range. Further clarification needed for precise figures and location details.
Judge rejects jury finding in Melbourne crime case
Judge Lowe overturned the jury verdict in the Melbourne trial accusing McKennie of murdering Billy Johnson, 80. The court heard evidence about the alleged motive and suspect behavior before the jury returned guilty. The judge sentenced the defendant to death following a recommendation from the jury.
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Melbourne
Lowe
Khair
Trevor Fratcle
Randeraon
Hadtinge
McKennie
Bhilly Johnbon
State houses compromise on coal bill
The deadlock between the Legislative Council and Assembly over the Coal Control Bill ended as leaders agreed three key amendments. The changes limit control to specific by products, require no board takeover of a mine, and grant rights of appeal to workers suspended from industry.
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Sydney
Tussany
Legislative Council
Wambly
Labour Party
Sears ‘Tanmnete
Graves
Vention
Hhe
States Move for Coal Control Across Regions
Rydney and Territory leaders, including MV Grant, tour mining areas in New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania. They authorize legislation to harmonize federal and state coal laws, with Tasmania reviewing the New South Wales bill and Western Australia workers arranging talks with the premier on federation-aligned measures.
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Rydney
Victoria
Tasmania
Allacralin
Anld
Miners Federation
Grant
Tie Oobielda
Bouthers Wuaten
Tasmanie
Cosgrow
Western
Australia
Collie
Wise
SOI Conservation Centres Planned At Yass And Cooma
Announced by the Minister for Conservation in Sydney the plan includes establishing conservation centers at Yass and Cooma to advance soil and range management. The minister outlined aims to organize work with farmers, develop exchange of information, and set up facilities to support conservation efforts and associated programs.
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Winder Menticons
WTAFP
Cnuin
Canberra
Pumseas
Serta Cinta
Cane Barre
Yass and
Cooma
Sydney
Btate'e Wall Conservation Prey Brande
Conseryatin Cme Welty
Threat Seen in Referendum to Federal System
A distorted review notes a 1944 constitutional shift and a 1940s effort to strip powers, arguing the referendum threatens the federal framework. The article alleges Government manipulation under a general election cover to sway electors and preserve special services, citing Professor Bland and other unnamed sources.
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Sydney
Boenline
Ehame Roeetory
Proton
Faldtlands Yontord
Bland
Prime Minister Defends Right to Strike
Adelaide reports Prime Minister Chifley defends the right to strike and criticizes past government methods in handling labour disputes. He argues governments must learn from past actions, noting that workers will strike if remunerations and conditions remain unsatisfactory, while maintaining respect for liberty and national order.
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Adelaide
Tursuay
Chifley
Erlain
Jasons
Smartin
Uwe Euveral
Tran
Mensien
Whitas
Antraila
Japan
Lume
Shen Anapaim
Mfr
Germany
Russia
Tate
Tam
Labour
Auatealla
Wien
Vale
Itr
Atdek
Communists in Control of Key Unions
A fragmented report alleges Communist influence within labor unions and political circles. It names Wing Commander Clive of Brisbane as a figure tied to pro communist rhetoric and questions the loyalty of Britain’s ruling party to rearmament. The piece warns of undermining efforts and links to government alignment.
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Brisbane
Clive
Farey
Commmunienn
Chive
Mata
Latour Rovernment
Still Serving the Navy After Demobilisation
Readable fragments describe Mr Herbert Sompoy serving in the navy after demobilisation for 26 years in the city. He was attached to UMA.S. Australia and later appointed licensee of the canteen. Harman follows discharge. The appointment inaugurates a retrication plan affecting about 170 people, with Shane among survivors.
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Sattelet
Herbert Sompoy
Atte Leruing
Cmyy
Uma.s. Australia
Flint
Navy
Bein
Wnans
LMA
Harman
Weil
Shane
Conserving Border Rivers in Queensland
Tuesday an accord between New South Wales and Queensland began to formalize plans to convey waters from border rivers. The minister for conservation and the chief engineer of Queensland Irrigation and Water Supply outlined hoped-for early ratification of a formal agreement powering proposed works and shared river water.
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Ryunay
New South Wales
Queensland
Ir Westy
Quiwamlund “Irrigation and” Water Supply Department
Wan
Alleged Inquest Record From Melbourne Death Probe
Fragmentary letters and testimony surface in the resumed inquest into Detective Ahmad Depotlee’s death. Accused Grant claims a note implies a confession was coerced while others discuss fear and a planned surrender after threats. Witnesses recount writings linked to the case and a possible motive center on a gunshot during a tense confrontation.
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Sydney
Tudaday
Utn
Ahmad Depotlee
Biney Grant
Ty Pial
Atanding
Grindane
Ji Anderson
Boye
Melbourne
Sass Willus
Ford
Gmormatmen
Mir Anderson
Eiderwd
Grant
Il Wan
Anourit
Woman Defended From Attack By Dog At Burwood
A woman at Burwood faced an attempted assault by a man after she refused his demand for a cigarette. The assailant then released his dog, which mauled nothing further as he fled.
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Burwood Fonte
Richard Hopon
Sternman Parker
Mie
Cumming
Theo Monte
Bogan
Dr Evatt Sees Labour Return as Certain
Dr Evatt stated Labour's return is certain amid calls for reconciliation. The remarks, seemingly from a speech or interview, reflect optimism about Labour's prospects and the party's unity after recent political strife.
Liberal Violence at Election Meeting Sparks Debate
Reported uproar at a Liberal election gathering as opponents clash with police. Fifteen men charged after disturbances at a Morales rally. court proceedings threatened for contempt. Prime Minister urges candiate leaders to allow voices while condemning disruption.
Melbourne Printer Strike Forces Publication Curtailment
Melbourne editions of a daily newspaper were restricted after a union strike. Arbitration efforts failed to resolve the labor dispute, and management notified plans to seek court action while editors pursued continued publication under dwindling distribution.
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Melbourne
Tvesies
Printara
Qperstir
Proprisfors
Col Confarence
Aafternnnn
Atrike Samy
Maaanomary
Hetlede
Damian
Pete
Ivonk
Wall Street Firms New York Tarred by Market Decline
Fragmented passage notes a subdued trading day with reduced activity and lingering losses. Mentions an unnamed crackdown and notable figures not clearly identified due to garbled OCR, reflecting a cautious tone on the financial markets.
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Wall Street
New York
Tusmay
Antronores Condon
Turmiay
Det
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