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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 29, 1944
Page
2
Fragmentary obituary notes the death of an individual with a funeral service and interment details. References to a cemetery, a hospital, and a community gathering suggest a local funeral event and remembrance for a deceased person connected to Canberra and nearby areas.
Readers describe alleged income tax evasion by cooperatives and individuals. The letters reference schemes to avoid taxation, movements to suppress profits, and proposed government actions to curb illicit income transfers and misreporting. The piece mentions authorities and organizations including Federation and Aust O'NEIL.
The document details a taxation dispute over royalties involving Evelyn Owes and the Commissioner of Taxation. It mentions a legal action against a party named Quen and notes questions about eligibility and timing of tax revenues.
Senate announcement outlines broad upgrades for rural communications including trunk lines and new underground cables. General Ashley signals review of existing wiring and expanded local service to reach more households where feasible with new centralized exchanges and marginal cost improvements.
A commercial secretary in New Zealand signals possible restrictions on a truce Aidan Abe related talks. The document references a trade commission role in India and notes a regime of 90 laws to be applied. Carey expresses belief the path forward remains unsettled.
The article surveys parliamentary action on Referendum Constitution Alteration Acts and election funding. It discusses government expenditure, impartial presentation to voters, and safeguards against executive influence over elections and referendums amid constitutional change debates.
Fragmented report describes a disputed appointment process involving figures named McCarthy and Conn Me, referencing positions such as secretary and commissioner. The text mentions Former officials and past years, indicating a political context and possible corruption allegations.
The Chief of the PAL MI RE announces the arrest of 24 Germans including a woman from Staten Island. They are charged with failing to answer to the authorities and are linked to Nazi party membership amid wartime tensions.
Rainfall figures compiled for the South Tablelands over the last 24 hours ending at 9 am. Totals include Gunning 24 points Queanbeyan 37 Heartwood tracts and Mlobe lag o 12 Miuwmitabel Bombala Estagute 1 and 21 Inpategie Seed Board Park Vic 2.
Melbourne reports theAustralian National Airways and Captain Holyman defend plans to buy American aircraft. The company says only a courteous policy allows immediate delivery when available, aiming to secure priority production and timely delivery to Australia.
The Secretary of the State Regional Committee of the Department of Post-War Reconstruction announced on Thursday that with servicemen returning to civilian life the full-time training scheme wage in operation 18 would be extended to ex-members of the forces for retraining.
Mr Calwell warns that Australians lack constitutional knowledge and federal‑state relations understanding. He urges reform to school curricula and teacher training to align with Commonwealth standards amid calls for improved civics education.
The Minister for Supply announces relaxed clothing restrictions covering women's gowns boys and girls wear and knitted undergarments with broader style options. Manufacturing will require Controller approval for each knitted item and sample specifications must be submitted.
The periodical and book trade faces new paper quotas as the Trade and Industry Ministry announces extended limits. Periodicals with up to 1600 square inches of area receive 8 percent rationing, while larger outputs see adjusted restrictions. Books heated by cloth covers gain higher quotas, with cloth-covered books set to 125 percent of base year production, and paper covered books reduced to 22 percent.
Amporta of civil merehaudise rises to £10 193 000 with a £1 097 000 increase while exports drop by £1 044 000 to 8 462.00. Assistant Commonwealth Statin Holat cites exclusions and wartime comparability, noting pre war wealth levels remain a benchmark.
A garbled report hints that the Minister for Information Mr Cabeoih expects Wallandy to work with Australia on a production linked to the Baludion Amigos.
The house suspended two members after a heated clash over procedure and privilege. Prime Minister Curtin defended the speaker while Anthony pressed for rights, leading to a divisive vote and ongoing parliamentary tension.
The parliamentary session opens with uncertainty as ministers and officials outline plans. Members are expected to discuss key issues raising questions about leadership and timing during the brief morning meeting.
A committee in the Federal Parliament met to consider boosting members’ privileges to relieve them from routine duties. The group elected Senate President Senator Srows and other leaders, with plans to report to the Caucus, including potential increases in allowances for country members and a raise in annual expense pay.
A controversial proposal to establish a Tasmanian aluminium ingot plant faces uncertainty as Commonwealth, Tasmanian, and industry representatives discuss a joint venture. Officials estimate demand around 4000 tons yearly, with decisions on location pending and a planned next debate season.
An article outlines plans by the War Department to expand vocational training for American soldiers. It notes the aim to prepare servicemen for civilian work in Europe or Asia after the defeat of Germany and a shift of manpower from combat to support roles.
Fragmentary text references a target hit with a kitchen sink phrase and mentions a person named Tait Matt along with scattered terms like missiles and a bomb. The content is garbled and lacks coherent events or dates.
Parliament discussed the budget with emphasis on income tax reform and wealth tax arrangements. The session covered war expenditures, public service pay, graft concerns, and the role of the Attorney General while noting appointments to the High Court and defense research funding.
Fragmentary clerical notes mention Corday and Be matey and a cellar event. Reads like a local notice with unclear dates and people. No clear outcome or location fully readable.
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