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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 27, 1944
Page
5
A garbled report describes a naval collision with unclear timings and vessel actions. It references a judge and court, mentions a person named Mc Lutand, and notes the moment the stern or bow swung. The fragment cites a 2 minute proximity and a Sabre points score.
Scant readable lines report match results involving Gress mart versus TW.CA and Havens against High 1, plus notes on finals with players Gourgaud Mivter and Duncan Campbell. An October 12 WC A event promises Leama’s cup presentation, with Sydney teams, BV Grade and 4 School slated to play in four matches, including Farin Gelliday’s afternoon schedule.
The auditor general’s report shows government revenue from the state lotteries and bookmakers up sharply. Total revenue from the lotteries reached £420,970 with total tax income and sales revenue doubling vs the prior year, and 121 lotteries held in the year. The report notes lotteries have added over £10,000,000 to government revenue since inception.
Weather notes and uncertain forecasts reference a minister and Mr Drake discussing weather assessments. The text hints at censorship and secrecy to hide information from enemies for tactical purposes, with mentions of forecasts, locations, and military implications.
The Maxwell Henley Harris matter titled Angry Penguins returns for a determination this week amid claims the work breaches the Indecent Advertisements Act. The hearing was adjourned after incomplete submissions.
Deputy Leader Drummond asked Transport Minister O Sullivan about abolishing the midnight ticket inspection practice. O Sullivan said it was needed to curb passengers traveling from Sydney to Brisbane without tickets, but suggested inspection could be made only on intercity routes.
Agriculture officials say wheat output could reach about 30 million bushels, far below the average 40 to 60 million expected in normal years, due to prolonged drought. The worst conditions are in southern districts where water is scarce and farming relies on hand feeding livestock.
Melbourne authorities plan to compel married women without children or domestic duties to take employment due to a grave shortage in female labour. The manpower chief exercises power under wartime standards to direct women to designated jobs.
The Premier urged the Legislative Assembly to support a judicial appeal body to review actions by racing authorities. He defended appointing a specialized court to handle cases of disqualification and other penalties, as controversy over an open inquiry and transcript access sparked questions.
Crowds greeted Prime Minister Churchill upon his arrival this morning in London near Downing Street. A brief reception followed as officials and supporters observed the visit amid public interest and media attention.
Fragmented text notes China’s wartime resilience under hardship with shortages, industrial shifts, and civilian mobilization. It references Madame Cheng, Australia cooperation, and a mass effort to boost food production while workers endure seven day weeks and no pay. A city bowling club and a luncheon event are also mentioned along with notices for Canberra housing and accommodation.
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