Funeral notices and obituaries from Canberra area
Funeral notices in Canberra list family mourners and service details for several local residents. Messages mention Wak Westlake, Rourke Funeral Directors, and services at St John Church Canberra with times around 12 pm to 3 pm, inviting relatives to attend and informants noted. Additional notices honor Mr and Mrs A J Mary, with funeral arrangements and residences specified, plus references to ancient foresters and family memories.
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Tae
Mr. H.wohoseo
Jobneen
Tar Lake
Maaidenes
Westlake
Toretey
Tonme Churen
Canberra
St Xmen
MH O Rourke
Af.d.a
Tungson
Funar
Bis
Sfu Park
St. Joho ‘Church
Rourke
Pites Aqheron
Pomeson
A. J
Mary
HL O'Rourke
AWD
Weather report for Canmerr a Wednesday details
Fragmentary weather note lists Baramstar and Oa.ns values, inches and times. Mentions temperatures around 0 am and 3 pm, with 08 and 63 degrees, minimum 38 degrees, and locations NW. text appears garbled with numerous OCR errors.
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Canmerra
Vrednesday
Baramstar Et
Defence of India grants modernisation funds approved
The imperial government has decided to grant over 28 pounds for modernising India's defence forces. The move follows the committee report led by J. Lon Chatseld, with broad favorable opinion across Indian groups.
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Lordon
ToceJuy
Imperial Gow
India
Jwhlen Lon Chatseld
Returned Soldiers By Sydney Congress Speech
The annual congress of the Tee turned Ballere and colciere discusses veterans and postwar support. Mayor Sir Norman Kost addresses the assembly urging renewed commitment to aid and reconstruction efforts for soldiers returning home.
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Bydney
Wrdnpning
Tee Turned Ballere and Colciere
Tmnerial Langun
Iis
Sapas Nausa
Government defeated in Senate vote on gold tax
Report says the government was defeated in the Senate yesterday over the gold tax. The vote was close, with party lines evident and Labour supporters signaling surprise at the result. Officials note the decision followed debates and a shifting stance among MPs.
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Tom Senate
Government moves to curb wholesale paper price hikes
A government circular aims to halt price exploitation in the paper market. Officials note rising costs and seek immediate action to stabilize supplies and pricing. The move targets wholesale traders and distribution channels to prevent gouging and ensure access.
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Ti Ag Karl Aaa
Peter Vinta
World War II Era Analysis on Poland and Baltic States
A critical overview discusses the invasion of Poland, partition threats, and the Baltic states facing German or Russian pressure. It notes shifts in Western military focus, the significance of Scandinavian supplies to Germany, and the potential impact of American neutrality policy on the broader conflict. It concludes with a call for patience and measured judgment as events unfold.
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Germany
Rusia
Poland
York
Europe
Baltic
Batlaens
Czechoslovakia
Rumania
Latvia
Lithuania
Estonia
Australia
Russia
Mesney
Turkey
Italy
Balkans
Balte Ana
Oslo
Aupplied
Scandinavia
New World
America
United States
Japan
Pitt Iron
Ince Prisaln
Patie
No Conscription Amendment Debate In House Of Representatives
Last night in Australia a proposed amendment to the Defence Act sought guards against overseas conscription and exempt conscientious objectors from non combatant service. The opposition objected to sending Australian troops overseas for defense duties, while the government argued for unity. The discussion ended without passage as the motion was adjourned.
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Australia
Ward
House of Representatives
Australte
Commonwealth
Mr. Strett
Auakatia
Poneatenec ' Mtr
Cameron
Kerigua
Austriaa
Communist Party
Gander
Cimeron
Trade expansion Australia helped trade policy debate
Australian debate on trade expansion features leading figures Forsyth and Cameron in Parliament. Forsyth accuses high annual import costs reaching 51,000,000, urging policy change to protect industry and employment. Cameron questions impact on high wages and warns against diversions that could harm workers and the nation.
Commonwealth to Cooperate in Defence Works Policy
The Commonwealth government plans broad cooperation in defence expenditure and work programs, while states manage contributions from their own budgets and primary product revenues. Discussions at the Premiers Conference emphasized shared aims of economic stability and gradual defence spending aligned with national interests.
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Menaiea
Commonwealth
Great Britain
Iklharueo
Nance
Nsw
Lefence
Memires
War news censorship debate in Federal House session
In the House of Representatives a heated debate centered on war news control and a proposed broadcasting review. Henry Gulletty and senior ministers argued over censorship, public dissemination, and a commission's oversight, with figures detailing costs and the impact on press and radio.
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al’ Henry Gulletty
Yternal Arnie
House of
Nowe
Ministry of Informa
OAC
Lauder Tate
Curlin
Broadcasting Commission term extended in Australian act revision
A draft amendment to the Australian Broadcasting Commission Act extends the term of "the members" from three years to five with cabinet approval. Provisions on tenure and the right to appoint general managers remain unchanged. The bill clarifies the commission may intervene on matters with party or public interests while preserving the crown’s oversight.
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Harrison
Attve
Jez
Lye
Australian Broadcasting Comm
Ysata
Ave
Browne
Arslaalie
Migration Fewer English Lads Available After War
The high commissioner in London presented to Parliament a report noting a shortage of English youths ages 15 to 21 for conscription. It cites declining birthrates, reconstruction shifts, and more jobs in industry and social services as factors reducing available manpower compared with the postwar period.
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London
Soviet Navy blocks Estonian ports in Baltic tension
London reported the Soviet Navy has blockaded Estonian ports amid European crisis. A Moscow press agency statement claims Polich and other agents are sheltered in Baltic state ports. authorities deny the Soviet claim and say the Polish submarine Creel is misinterpreting naval actions.
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Teas Agency
Moscow
Polich
Reutern
Witelean
Drclares
Teas
Aubmarine
Meeting of Canberra council on launch delays discussed
A garbled report notes a meeting of local leaders yesterday in Canberra. Key names and precise actions are unclear but the discussion centered on delays affecting a launch project and related governance. Further details are unavailable in the readable text.
Zinc and Lead Surplus Woes Hit Australia Trade Flows
The report notes surplus zinc and lead with potential purchases by the United Kingdom at prewar price levels. A large portion of tea exports are also affected, while Prime Minister Mrs. Mouillon faces political pressure over export controls. Market readiness and pricing are questioned as wartime disruptions loom.
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Kinga
Mouxion
Badis
Cates
Atenaiey
Senate in Uproar Over Government Appointment Controversy
Heated Senate session features JeLesy and opposition members exchanging sharp questions about a government appointment. Lawmakers challenge payments and recall possibilities while referencing war era privileges and economic advisement. Critics demand clear answers on policy and leadership.
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JeLesy
Senate
Cameron
Latvraity
Mietorin
Reas
Solliers
Austria
Epa
Jenaloy Collings
Myaelf
Ilaguet
Gove
Mmking
Teonantiy
Mlack
Brown
Critings
Ferinthar
Red Cross London Admiray Jeopardy Amid War Efforts
A fragmented copy details Red Cross London activities on a Tuesday amid wartime efforts. It mentions orders or honors such as the Order of St. John and other recognitions, with sparse readable names and places. The piece conveys organizational focus and ceremonial notes within the broader wartime relief context.
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Juni
Air Force
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Belline Family
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