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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 30, 1947
Page
2
A garbled report alleges government officials and a senator are involved in disposal schemes. The piece claims illicit access to funds and hints at investigations into whether an emergency measure should be pursued.
In London on Monday the British foursome golf match featured Norman van Wide, Morton Santo, Aihaien and Branch. The teams competed through the early rounds with promising performances and rising momentum in the Beet round.
A one year old engineer from Mal'houlins navigates a proposed method for funding an amputation procedure. The text hints at evolving medical logistics and fare support to allow the operation, mentioning Metlex and Byrnay in a fragmented, unclear description. This summary preserves names and the core action while noting the fragmentary source.
The Bathurst band was disqualified for having two unregistered members, stripping them of the B Grade Championship at Newcastle. The award was given to Auckland Workera Band amid dispute. Authorities indicated court action may follow to restore the result.
The Milk Board recommended raising the milk price from two to three pence a gallon, with continued talks between the state and Commonwealth governments. Premier Mr Moire and the State Cabinet spent hours discussing the issue, while negotiations with the Commonwealth remain ongoing in Canberra.
Forecast for Canberra region describes a cool day with showers around the coast and narrow intervals of cloud. Winds are mainly easterly, moderate to fresh, with cooler night temperatures expected and rough seas noted offshore.
Readable bits indicate a Canberra weather note with scattered data such as barometer readings and wind speed. The fragment mentions fair or mixed conditions and a rainfall cue, but the text is garbled and lacks clear dates, times, or coherent measurements.
The Canberrs Times discusses an appeal to the British Commonwealth for intervention in the India Pakistan crisis. It argues Dominions should lead a cautious role, prioritizing mutual consent, regional stability, and internal solutions within the Commonwealth rather than UN or external force.
The Governor General will visit Perth in early October for an official tour. McKeil and Mire Mekted are mentioned in connection with the visit, with dates around October 4 to October 1. A later official tour to South Australia is noted, followed by a plan to visit Teamanin early next year.
The Australian Government plans to appoint an Australian to become Chief of the Naval Staff next year upon the retirement of Admiral Louis Hazanton of the Royal Navy. Rest-Admiral Jones is presented as the nominee, with candidates considered for the Mediterranean posting as part of the process. Authorities say the nominee will be a qualified officer with extensive experience and proven ability to lead.
A petition aligned by 15,000 signatories urges the Governor-General to withhold Royal Assent from the proposed banking nationalisation bill. The WA Freedom Party chairman and campaigners present the drive to stop the legislation pending the Governor-General’s decision.
Minister for Defence Mr Dedman stated Australia would contribute its full share to Empire defence, aligning with Britain and the Commonwealth. He noted Australia would match other dominions in defense effort, training, and research, with graduates going to Britain and hiring English officers as needed.
More than 300 residents in New Bent Vale and West Australia urged Governor General Mr Meio to withhold the Commonwealth banking legislation until a referendum. Petitioners asked for a vote for or against action. Mr McKell replied, noting the right of free peoples to decide, and that the petitioners’ requests came mainly from New South Wales and Western Australia.
A special meeting of the Maritime Transport Council in Union appealed for calm as marine engineers threaten to strike over 120 vessels in Australian ports. River Murray Express plans to sail to Melbourne tomorrow despite partial loading. ANCA dispute may affect Newcastle Sydney and Melbourne routes, with potential fuel and rationing impacts. The council did not confirm alternative transport arrangements tonight.
Mr A J Fraser, general secretary of the Country Party, warned that government plans to appoint men to the Dairy Export Control Board signal a move toward rationalizing primary production. He contended that replacing pel cury producers with a union of socials and the chairman's decisive authority pose serious issues.
A fragmented report notes a boxing match where Werner Vollmer defeated Renvy in the seventh round. The fighter seeks a comeback tour across the United States, amid mentions of coal mining and local industry as context for the event.
A lengthy report traces the Australian and international Junior Red Cross youth program origins in 1914, its aim to teach charity at home, and the growth of Junior Red Cross circles. It notes leaders from Australia and the United States, training camps at Bathurst and Wineman’s Ferry, and the drive to prepare youths for adult Red Cross roles through supervised activities, camps, and national fitness links.
Australian reports say further cuts to import dollars are likely to shrink the trade gap by about 40 million. Officials from Trade and Customs discuss tighter measures, with Benatar Courtice noting government restrictions on earnings and potential cuts could exceed four million dollars.
Prime Minister Chifley signals Australia will pursue dollar savings through import reductions and export boosts. Cabinet discussions focus on remittances to America, wool and wool exports, and possible 25 percent wool tariff concessions, with outcome pending bilateral talks and tariff arrangements.
Fragmentary OCR notes show a decline in savings bank deposits with unclear figures. Mentions dates around August and a reported drop at a specific bank or location, but exact numbers and entities are garbled.
A Canberra technical college lecturer Dr P B McMahon reports on sheep productivity research. The discussion covers heredity, inherited features affecting income, and breeding strategies. Emphasizes systematic evaluation and careful record-keeping by breeders to realize productivity gains.
Minister in the navy minister preparing a report on the cost of retaining Manus Island for an Australian naval base. Riordan, who recently visited Manus Island, said he reported to the prime minister and would brief the cabinet. Main need inland is for rooms to accommodate personnel and shore installations in poor condition. Over four million pounds may be required at the harbour entrance for submarine protection. The entrance was netted by Americans in the war, but the net is now gone. Water installations and wharves will require overhaul.
A fragmentary report indicates government officials dismissed plans to tour battlefields in New Guinea and the Middle East. It notes the memorial committee’s bid to establish a permanent memorial was reportedly scrapped, with mention of a male government representative.
Fragmentary text indicates a request or report about a person named Puli Appi seeking medical or humanitarian aid with possible references to Australia and Pakistan. The readable portion lacks clear events, dates, or supporting entities to form a full summary.
Police broke up a pro fascist meeting as fifty constables with mounted officers dispersed a crowd of about two hundred along a main road. Geotland Tar officers and Labour members were present. the event ended without further incident.
A garbled advertisement fragment shows a court hearing reference with phrases about holiday pay. The text mentions a Mr. Gurice Caiet and Pinieritt Comtimen, various nonsensical words, and a stipulation to meet before the court for a hearing. The fragment lacks clear facts, participants, or a coherent event to report fully.
Fire officers agreed to a 56 hour work week as part of a new plan discussed by the Pine Officers Association. The meeting outlined a protocol to rotate duties, with West to Mrcretary coordinating the implementation and ensuring protection of property in danger.
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