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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 26, 1947
Page
4
A fragmented OCR reads like a Canberra notice from the health department listing times, places, and officials such as J. Gaflard and Clive. It mentions an Andarse Orchestra event and a football clerical query with references to ports and intermediate transcriptions. The document includes dates, locations, and names, though many words are garbled.
Suburban Aub Branch holds a meeting at Leill Hall tonight Friday September 4 1947 at 8 pm. Members are urged to attend and help in district services with assistance invited from Ainslie and welfare associations. The rest of the notice covers local trading hours Sunday vegetables and a brief incomplete ship notice.
Probate and testament matters in Cranleigh Wastangera region note an application fourteen days after publication for probate of the will of Anni Trancea Ligof Tate deceased. Stan Cry Procbun Linc and Richard John Troman named executors may supervise claims and notices to creditors. Canberra offices handle inquiries and formalities for the estate.
Frayed Canberra Times report criticizes Australian overseas missions and ministers for lax travel and public-expense behavior. It urges tighter rules, tougher oversight, and disclosure of costs for trips abroad and official entourages.
Mr Hughes marked his eighty fifth birthday while confined by influenza. he received nearly 100 telegrams and ten gifts at his hotel. The portrait debate over whether to hang his likeness in Parliament House was noted, with prior refusals from Prime Minister Bruce and the later portraits by Norman Carter and George Lambert discussed.
The article reports that the government introduced tax relief measures linked to suspensions and wartime taxes. Premier Chifley stated the changes aim to revive gold production and stabilize the dollar, part of a broader postwar economic review.
A newspaper fragment reports Senator Amour denying House accusations of drunkenness on a train to San Francisco. He states he was not drunk, did not kick anyone, and did not punch a photographer. The exchange stalled until the Senate reconvenes October 13.
An official gazette dated yesterday announces a waste paper price order. The measure sets rates for sale by a publican or printer involved in newspaper production and trade, with enactment recorded by authorities.
Canberra forecast from the Meteorological Station predicts fine and mild weather for the 24 hours starting 9 p.m. Thursday with broken thin cloud and light chieay north wind. Southeast district expected fine and mild with cold nights and inland frosts, light to moderate northwest to north winds.
Forecast from Canberra Fairbairn field notes shows fear on wbag at 9 a.m. readings include 44 degrees at 9 a.m with 67.5 to 68.5 degrees max and min estimates stated. Wind speeds around KK 4 mph with ENA 18 mph at 7 p.m. data appears garbled but indicates daily temperature and wind notes.
The Department of Works and Housing will undertake group building of war service homes to speed up housing for returned servicemen. The first group will be erected at Toowoomba Queensland with further sites planned in Australia including Sydney and Adelaide.
The annual conference fixed the Grand Prix dates for Australia across New South Wales and Victoria. Plans cover venues in New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia, and Victoria with hopeful scheduling for 1949 to 1981 events.
The newspaper notes the death of former Senator John William Lackie, father-in-law of RG Mensles, who served in the Cabinet during World War I. He reportedly died after a long illness, and his passing prompts a state funeral.
Local attendees from Tuggeranong and nearby areas visit Manuka for the sheep dog trial event. Notable participants include Mr. John Morrison of Tralee and Mr. D. R. Tully of Weeangers with dogs Flo and other canines competing.
Clergymen led by Rov FA Eastman and Rev Alan Walker condemn the Labour Caucus vote to sanction night trotting with betting. Church officials pledge to defend Australian youth welfare and oppose gambling that harms people and society.
The chief warns against talks warters as revolutionary weaponry is being built. He says it would not be practical for 40 10 20 years.
A garbled report from Marrickville describes a disturbance at a residence where a person named Vie Fat wan rannicked and others were frightened. Neighbors report noises and unauthorised activity during the night.
Mr Brancs reports that the Communist Party and supporters face delays as 30,300 Sydney residents await lines amid seven exchange stations in Sydney headquarters. Between 1941 and 1944 Mare Hone area now has 1d exchange lines and 20 extensions, while 9,800 Brisbane residents wait with exemptions for new buildings and equipment. Mr Francis says the system shows no great difficulty for the party.
George Read, 78, died at Queanbeyan Hospital after a brief illness. He was son of the late High Read of Gun Gyro0 and husband of Sy. Tons and Mrs. Readwan. Survived by three sons George Holbrook, Charles Naas, and others, and three daughters Mrs. Hi Woods, Mrs. C Woda Travinolle, and Mrs. J Pav iota. Funeral held at St John’s churchyard with clergy present.
Representatives from Biath Anas ryalie Victoria New Bouin Wales Gueecianst and the AC wit attend the first Interstate pre school development. It opens tonight at the Verity College.
A detailed overview of ACT election enrolment and voting rules is presented. Key figures include candidates for the Hospital Board and Advisory Council, with bios highlighting public service, professional background, and long ties to Canberra institutions. The piece notes campaigning, compulsory voting, and the electoral process within Canberra.
Delegates to the AST council adopt a plan for interclub events to be held twice yearly. Matches to be shorter and staged between February and May and July and November. Entries for the annual tournament total 324 with 86 from Bydr ines. No change in doubles partners allowed due to committee rules.
The obituary notes J. A. Atcheruty’s death and his public service as secretary of the Almay Hrogreat and Wolfire Anmpolabat fund. It discusses his influence on hospital policy, convalescent homes, and welfare, stressing the impact of administrative decisions on patient care and hospital administration.
A reader writes to Mr Hurley defending engagement in political debate and outlining support for the ALP. The letter asserts commitment to Labour ideals and criticizes opponents while urging clear actions and dates for party commitments.
Fragmented report notes delays and stalled items in a government timetable. Mentions ministers and parliament hints at Ash Dedman Home and Creve bak Times eluding approval while government actions await final end.
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