Increased Rates for Most P.M.G. Services
Canberra reports postal, telephone, and telegraphic tariff hikes as Postmaster-General H. L. Anthony warns Parliament the Postal Department faces an at least £8 million loss for 1950-51 without approval. Increases cover nearly all services, from 3d per ounce on letters to 100 percent on some private mail boxes.
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Canberra
H. L. Anthony
House of Representatives
Anthony
Postal Department
Unclear text with scattered references and numbers
Fragmented OCR text mentions countries, places like Sydney, various numbers, and stray words. Content is garbled with no coherent event, names, dates, or actions to summarize into a clear news item.
Fragmented OCR text about a boy prodigy and race details
An incoherent OCR fragment references a boy prodigy and a racing feature. Mentions Cambracente Dire 8-2 and a date sequence, with scattered words about a prize, cost, and a paddock. Fails to provide a coherent event, names, or location.
Unclear text fragment on pay raise and government actions
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss wage increases and government issues, but content is garbled. Names, places, and dates are unreadable, yielding no clear event or facts to summarize into a coherent news item.
Australia and allies plan wool production share pact
Canberra reports Australia New Zealand and South Africa will immediately investigate special measures to provide an agreed share of wool reductions to the American emergency reserve. Prime Minister Menzies says governments will cooperate to set terms for wool supply under a wartime reserve scheme, addressing cross-credits and Merino types amid broader wartime economic controls.
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Canberra
Australia
New Zealand
South Africa
BG Menaies
Dairy Advisory Committee Briefly Reassessed
A garbled excerpt referencing the Dairy Advisory Committee discusses consistency, safety, and farmer concerns. It mentions a plan for protein fermentation and possible recommendations, but the text is largely unreadable and contains many corrupted phrases and stray names, leaving the core intent unclear.
Danish butter rationing ends after government resigns
A Danish government resignation sparked by butter rationing turmoil led to an unexpected shift in policy as officials faced public pressure. The crisis centered on public discontent with butter distribution and price controls, with authorities signaling steps to restore supply stability.
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Copenhagen
Labor Debate in Parliament Sparks Withdrawal Demands
Brisbane observers report a heated debate in Parliament as Opposition Leader GF Suekum questions Labour policy. Ministers accuse the opposition of close hatred, with calls for withdrawal and denials from Nicklin and Healy amid references to industrial strife and an arbitration court meeting in Brisbane on March 4, 1948.
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Brisbane
GF ‘Suekum
Labour
Afr
Tha
Ump
Nicklin
Serstres
J Walsh
Bundaberg
Hamley
Cocamil~ Tees
J. Clark
Geferense
Cmows
Nicki
Tad
Healy
Mr Nicklin
New House of Commons Doors Unlocked in Ceremony
London reports that the new House of Commons building has its doors ceremonially unlocked after bombing destroyed the previous palace. Members of the House gathered for the ceremony, marking a symbolic reopening of Britain's parliamentary center.
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House OF Commons
London
Reuters
Commons
Pallding
House ‘Et
CULCAIRN BREAKS DOWN A SHIP AT SEA
An ocean vessel named Cal- Caro sank near Brabene after a collision with another craft. The 35 ton Cullam, previously the Anshog, foundered in mid voyage to Bosbane and was later salvaged, while a rescue service aided the crew.
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Bosbane
Chinese Troops in Korea and Marines at Wonsan
Turbulent reports describe Chinese forces in Korea and U S Marines at Wonsan as joint movements and border clashes unfold. The British Commonwealth gate near Sinuiuy and Antung is described with Allied and Manchurian activity as U S troops press operations near Pyongyang and along the eastern front.
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South
Korsana Sno
Fojees Todas
Sinuiuy
Manchuria
Antung
Firs Marine Division Land Sd
Wonsan
Feara
Korane Suen
Pyongyang
Loss by State coal mines in Brisbane report
The Alton General annual report shows three state coal mines posting a loss of 70.532, with indebtedness to the Treasury rising to 1588. Production and selling prices are listed, noting a lower net set and varying costs per ton. The State coke works report also cites production costs and disposal expenses for the year.
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Brisbane
Alton General
Crosger
Collins
Muthges
Toonage
Styx
Ate Mulligan Ve
Verbal Attack in Parliament Sparks Heated Exchange
In parliament, Mr E Evans accused Mr Walsh of pursuing personal gain and lacking candour. The exchange grew tense as Evans condemned Walsh while Deputy Premier and other members clashed, with accusations and calls for withdrawal of remarks and actions.
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E Evans
Musso
Walsh
Lac Buitabers
Evans
Jerediy Amine
Dezury
Mizaui
Duiece
Wajsit
Cos-Sily
Varieties of Sugar Cane in New Guinea Explorations
The Minister for Agriculture, Mr HB Collins, said Mr King’s visit aims to confer with the New Guinea Administration and Department of Agriculture on sending a expedition to search central highland regions for cane varieties and wild species. The party will travel to elevations above 3000 feet to establish a base camp and collect suitable straw and disease resistant types for breeding.
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HB Collins
King
Viet
New Guinea
Bewland Aroasod
Ighlands
Balts Enticed to South
Government aims to develop the Necin region by relocating workers and camps. Mentions Queensland and New South Wales, with references to factories, wages, and funding constraints. Names like Mr Jesson and Ennis appear in a garbled text segment.
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Jemee Lad- Hinchinbrook
Jesson
Ennis
Fekiter
Chew
Tescoe Ali Saad Teak
Gincere
Queensland
Festa
Traisville
Newly Designed Warships Debut In Modern Fleet
In October reports describe a new class of warships with redesigned features and advanced carriers. The fleet emphasizes modernist design, stronger engines, and enhanced torpedo defenses, marking a shift from earlier ships and signaling readiness for future maritime actions.
Victorian Rail Strike Seem Unlikely to End Soon
Melbourne reports the Victoria rail strike appears unlikely to settle for at least another week. The Conciliation Commissioner indicated a tentative, limited agreement is not imminent as discussions continue across Australia with stopwork meetings planned in New South Wales and Queensland.
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Melbourne
Victoria
G. Hall
Railways
AMC
Bo ‘Syaney
British Brigade in Korea Mission of LN Forces to Close Korea
An AAP dispatch reports Lt. Col Sir Horace Robertson, commander of the British Commonwealth Force in Japan, announcing that London forces in Korea will close the campaign. He spoke from General MacArthur's headquarters, addressing rumors of British and American forces approaching a joint operation.
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TORIO
Bris Sputesmes
Horace Rovertun
Britten
Japan
Korea
MacArthurs
Brita
US Froses
Serger
Forres Unclear Pact Secretaries Speech On Sunday
The report from London on October 1st notes Secretary Ernest Danes presented a report to Parliament concerning the state of affairs. It mentions efforts by a deputy and references a person nicknamed Reynsite Mowe and a Sunday event. The details are garbled and partially unreadable.
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London
Forres Uncer
Ernest Danes
Pleven Plan For A European Army
Paris reports a French Foreign Office spokesman outlines the Pleven plan for a European army with a shared European General Staff and equal status for French German and Belgian units. He says negotiations will be easy once nations accept surrendering part of sovereignty. General Clay in Bonn urges timely decision on German participation.
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Paris
A.A P
Foreign Office
Pleven
West Germany
Clay
United States
Germany
Bonn
France Opposes German Rearmament In Assembly Speech
M Daladier denounces German rearmament plans while urging a European force under pre national authority. Britain and Belgium show concern as the Dutch seek a united stance, and talks in London involve Bevin. Germany signals fear of Western bargain and delay in concessions, with NATO styled plans under debate.
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National Assembly
Jdue
Ian Ecain
Germany
Broad Casting Licences Expanded in Australia and Britain
The article reports on broadcasting licence developments in Canberra and Britain during October. It notes PMG Department discussions on licensing safeguards and potential cooperation with Australia and New Zealand in radio and television sectors. The text references official statements and implications for future licensing arrangements.
Soviet Bloc Plan Cited in Classified Washington Dispatch
Fragmented wire copy cites a Soviet bloc plan discussed in Washington detailing Germany and Prague related moves. The document mentions powers and potential signals, with references to Berlin, Prague, and leadership figures, though the fragmentary text obscures clear outcomes.
Britain to Step Production for Large Heavy Crawlers
Britain plans a major ramp up in heavy crawler production aimed at boosting industry capacity and creating about ten million dollars in yearly value. The move targets tractors and earthmoving gear, with a new model deepened for industrial use and agricultural applications.
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Canberra
Im RG
Pacey Fd
Toca
Tabpakian Vickers
Agricilereware
Nest
Gov
Footwear Regulations Enforced by Brisbane Officials
Brisbane authorities approve rules requiring footwear manufacturers to stamp and label shoes and boots with clear origin details and pricing. The new regulation targets compliance by vendors and promises standardized labeling across local shops.
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Federated Union of Loca
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Greyhound Racing Control Board
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