Prowse family notices and political training ads appearing here
An obituary fragment mentions Mrs J W Prowse of Rose Bay and relatives invited to a service at Christ Church Quembeyan followed by burial at England Cemetery. Canberra-based notices include public speech training by Mas Lila Boeck and political campaigning remarks from L Stratey and Colonel Munro with election expectations.
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Mrsgarah J ‘Geanensere
New Tuseral
Lave Christ Church
Quembeyan
Sursk of England
Traews Ried
Obituary of J F Hopkinson a longtime Canheres Community figure
The notice honors J F Hopkinson of Canheres Community aged six? and a long career in Melbourne and Canberra. He served as secretary of the Masanie Tormeven, treasurer of the Chuseway Welfare Association, and a cricket and football enthusiast. Survived by two children from first marriage Dorothy and Jack, and second wife Mrs F Lea, plus grandchildren Charles, Theo, and Walter.
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Ihe Ceatn
Hinaplini
Jarnus
Fae Hophinaon
Mopminesa
Daniel Nietul Ohn
Nan
Eaemai
Dorothy Airs
Liab Ant Jack
Sydney
Bia
Mire
Fue
Lea Ap Kinnra
Charlew
Thue
Walter He
Wah
Sudden Death of Mrs Walduck in Baptist Church Accident
Mrs Walduck died after a fall inside the Centre Baptist Church on Gooner Street City this afternoon. Witnesses say she slipped on four steps and struck her head causing fatal injuries. The funeral is set for Saturday at 10 am at the Centre Baptist Church with interment at North Nurse Cemetery.
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Charlotte Waldeck
A. J. Waldock
Cauberrh
Dye Walduck
Manual Assembly
The
Baptist Union of New South Wales
Setena Ades
Plewup
Waldeck
Turing
Profesor
Jean Waldeck
Eyeney
Canberra
Wakdock
Nellie
Canberra Community Hospital
Sydney
Trimother
Centre Baptist
Liborge Street
Auburn
Pee.w. Frurch
Mately
Northsnurse
Well Known Canberra Worker Remembered in Local Obituary
Mrs Valace longtime Canberra worker and leader dies after a life of service. She chaired the Canberra Women’s Society and served with the Murphiet Federal Crime group, active in Gowrie and a delegate to the National Parliament event in Worden Canberra.
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Canberra Life
Valace
Brent
Hivitien
Bn Gowrie
Berviern
Wat
Ane
National
Pwrett
Worden
Canberra
Injustice Over Australian Capital Territory Referendum Rights
A long memorandum argues Commonwealth residents in the Australian Capital Territory face denial of parliamentary rights. It urges Parliament to correct a longstanding injustice by allowing territorial residents to vote in elections and referendums affecting constitutional changes.
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Australian Capital Territory
Australian ‘Capital Territory
In Memory of Dr Frank McCallum and War Service
Obituary tribute recalling Dr Frank McCallum a beloved dinner speaker and friend of servicemen. It notes his long service in medical roles, commitment to the Volunteer Defence Corps in wartime, and enduring humor. The piece honors his character and dedication to Australia.
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Erterde
Kha
Frain
McCallen
Dullen
Ann
Abe
Canberra
Nye
Mes Eathues
Australia
Tong
Reet ‘Vale
Old Frien HK SF
A.c-T. Sranch Rbsalla
Royal Saghvensen party in Canberra disrupted by chaos
An unnamed gathering in Canberra last night ended in disorder amid garbled remarks and confusion. Officials reported no injuries as attendees dispersed after a short confrontation and unclear statements.
District Rainfall Forecast For Roundtable Regions
Weather notes show rainfall readings across the Ronthorrt Tablelands and surrounding districts. Months list Canberra Nimmitabel Kosciusko Dal sree Tambony Adaminaby Hanan and Dalieknora with values indicating moderate to rough wind. temperatures around Elitala and Deregate recorded yesterday. Most towns report light to moderate precipitation and variable winds.
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Ronthorrt
Stockwell
South Eantern Dinirols
Canberra
Guoubeyan
Conunn
Nimmitabel
WARE
Elitala
Tomes Bioderair
Adaminaby
Kosciusko
Dailieknora
End Bondoc
Polerkiing
Chifley Sets Out Sound Labour Policy Plan
Prime Minister Chifley outlined a Labour policy for a future Australia aligning with the United States on security and trade. He pledged full employment, inflation safeguards, and a broad program covering taxation social services and investment in a forthcoming election campaign.
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Sydney
Thoraaay
Chifley
Australia
Arcurity
Tiritiah Commonwealth
United States
Freeme
Social Rervice
BR Inal Works
Aod International da Inftment
Hectic Meeting at Kooyong in Melbourne
A Kooyong meeting in Melbourne drew heated exchanges with MP Menzina facing off against persistent interjections. Labour propaganda was blamed by some attendees as the crowd pressed for clear debate.
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Kooyong
Melbourne
Welfare council urges rail link with city
Across the river northward rail expansion and a Canberra link dominate talks. Delegates push for projects from Fyshwick to Westridge with Hall relocation and post-war planning shaping the city’s future.
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Welfare Council
Rise in Unemployment Figures Stir Lacking Clarity
A garbled 1943 report notes unemployment counts rising, with 2,718 unemployed on a peak hour and shifts in maternity allowances and child endowment. The figures compare benefits and ends, referencing Queensiana and unnamed authorities, but the data is imperfect and hard to parse.
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Ures
Weather Data Fragment from Canberra Report
An OCR readout lists temperatures and wind figures with multiple garbled phrases. It mentions Canberra weather at 8 and 9 am, and various numeric values like 90.164 inches and 13 ppm, plus 04 pm observations and wind readings.
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O'aan
South Seas Commission discussed by Australia and New Zealand
The article reports on a proposed South Seas Commission to advise Australia New Zealand and imperial territories in the South Pacific. Leaders from the United States France Netherlands and the UK showed interest in joining, with aims to promote native welfare and economic development while avoiding political interference.
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Australia
ON South Seas Commission
New Zealand
Goverment Avatralce
United Kingdom
United Stats of Aherlands
Ai Wnt
South Seas Commission
Evalt
America
France
Atv Ali
Thees
Wit Inland Territories
South Ith
Wwe
AM Fralign
Ment
Canberra
Prins
Faite Chiney
Evatt
Evatt Ane United || Heimgdom and Neve Zealand
Tondog Lash
Capulmien
United States
Ami Netherland
Territorial
Nate
Respanlnllitien
Mich & Cominiamen
Ievatt
Asia
Dvatt
South
Cormitanion
Pacific
Sex Education Lecture Presented by NSW Expert
A Department of Education series presents Dr Cooper Booth of New South Wales discussing Sex and Parenthood and Sex and Society at the Institute of Anatomy Monday night. Booth, a leading public health authority, has organized similar talks across New South Wales to engage parents and citizen associations in guiding their children's education.
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Bodel Hygiene of
New South Wales
Cooper Booth
Aingrey
Institute of Anatomy
Australia
New Auth Wales
Lands Approved for Farm Settlement Grants
The Commonwealth Government approved extensive farm settlement lands totalling 139 900 acres in N S Western lands plus 47 404 acres in single holdings. The Postwar Reconstruction Ministry noted 260K ex servicemen had borrowed funds for agricultural setup and 1982 applications were received with 1808 training commencements.
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Rydney
Tauraley
Toe
N.S
Ay. Dedman
Joana
Farah
Indian foreign policy against colonisation
London report outlines India's stance against colonisation. It supports independence for colonised nations, seeks nonalignment with power blocs, and calls for cooperative development while opposing mandates in South West Africa. The piece notes plans to appoint diplomats in allied foreign countries.
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London
Africa
India
Chasaly
ING. Cape Yeirily
Asif
Ily
Iran
South West Africa
War Crimes Officials Lose In Crash Report
In London Troreway, Eat alk were Jieked in the Trikote abr crean. Included Colonel tH. C. lide and war crimes laine ofnes BM Bpenewr Davies, Bettian ere te eokge rials, and American correspondent Jaren Gunalzon.
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London
Troreway
Tewax
Crean
Monweone
Syeatorany
I Thay
Th. C.lide
War Crimes Laine Ofnes BM
Counsel Clash at Cousen Trial Sparks Turbulent Hearing
A heated exchange erupted among opposing counsel during the Cousen trial at Central Court. Major Charles Hughes and Mr. Davey KC clashed over photographic evidence involving Japanese employees and a draft photograph, as security concerns and wartime service were debated.
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Bydney
Tournamere
Davey
The
Crowns
Charles Hughes Cavauna
Tor Be
Feality
Tokyoiyema
Dane
Tuy
Canteen Licence Sought for Savings Construction Site
An application under the Liquor Act seeks a permit for canteens at a major construction project in Jos. The plan involves a large workforce, with hundreds employed and the project spanning several years. Authorities note canteens may be granted if conditions are met and the facilities are not considered permanent.
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Peenent
Yeas
P. May
Braddon
NBW
Tuam
Arey Aid
Eke
Eh Hail
Sydney
WOFKE
Raileays
Private Builders in Canberra Hit by Brick Supply Refusal
In Canberra a private builder faced a shipment halt as bricks ordered for a house build were refused on delivery. The deputy director cited a permit and national security rules. officials investigated why bricks paid for were withheld and delayed building progress.
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Aluiners
Canberra
Andere
Ald
Can Serre Brickworks
Wien
Nurpore
Ote
Phillipa
Tater
Tan Kehm
Ncka
Rages
Bekka
John
Bt Pailipe
Lanier
Sub division of Tarago Estate for Soldier Farmers
Ballot for nine farms conducted near Queanbeyan as representatives of the Land Board under the state scheme. Nine allotments range 116 to 800 acres with values around 7400 pounds. Local discussions favored wool growing in the Canberra area 30 miles away amid granite country.
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Tarago
Taree
Lake Ences
Canberra
Overlanders Preview Shown at Government House
At Government House last night a special preview of The Overlanders was screened for the Duchess of Cloucenter and others. The Brat Aim produced the film in Sakhalin, shown in Canberra on a special request by a Duke and judge, depicting Australia and life there during their tour of Queensland and the Northern Territory.
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Lave Night
Gulke
Camberna
Tourists Protest Glandering by Customs Officials at Parliament
Report from Brisbane notes tourists at Parliament House alleging rude treatment by customs staff aboard the Beslan motor ship Moongaratea. An incident near the building saw a bystander strike a guard after being challenged, prompting calls for inquiry and improved conduct.
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Brisbane
Copailey oMdals
Ran
Wrnucjace
Wodey Uy
Pesmengern
Beslan
Moongaratea
Oxatom Optdale
New Americam
Turing
Mumtieus
Francisco
H.W. Robins
Parliament House
Demian
Fruit Growers Penalised by Acquisition Action
A garbled report indicates government action penalised fruit growers connected with a market acquisition. The note mentions a 3000 towers price and a payout by the government to some growers, with references to fair market payment and farmers' treatment in court.
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Chenu
Ana
Ample Cigarettes Expected Ahead of War Shortage
Sydney reports that a former director of Gordfray Philipp terparve in Melbourne, after returning from Europe, said new machinery from England would bring plentiful cigarettes in Australia. He warned prewar trade constraints could persist if new equipment failed to arrive.
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Sydney
Thireday
J. Welker
Gordfray
Philipe Terparve
Melwourne
Europe
England
Australia
Disposal of Surplus Army Vehicles in Sydney
In Sydney on Thursday, the disposal of surplus army motor vehicles proceeds under the commission led by the general manager. Officials state all vehicles at the depot will be disposed of within the near future as turnover reaches millions per month.
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Sydney
Tonla
Diopasele Camillasion
Ponr
Ceeminaion
Davinnald
Rydacat
Coniecalon
State plans brighter school buildings for the future
The Education Minister in Hefront announces a nationwide program to modernize schools with larger infant classrooms improved cupboards and shelves for materials. About 20 million pounds will be spent on public works with priority given to village and rural areas to improve facilities and safety.
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Heftront
Bom Prasad
Stowaway Escapes Custody in Melbourne Incident
A fragmented report notes a stowaway escaped custody in Melbourne with unclear details. The text mentions pursuit and potential recovery efforts, with garbled references to locations and a small monetary award.
Englist Test Team at Practice
A garbled practice note references Englist Test Team with scattered names and phrases. It hints at pace and bowling figures but unreadable details prevent clear events or outcomes. The fragmentary text mentions players and speeds in a nonspecific context.
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Englist
Local youth team triumphs in tense playoff tilt
A scrambled report notes a tight playoff game where Ta Von Tlie defeated T. tl and 1 in a close contest. Details are incomplete but reference to a 42d to Dewt A 4 indicates a scoring line or position.
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Ta von Tlie
T. Tl
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