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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Apr 11, 1949

Page

2

S R Rhodes ALP Candidate For Canberra Seat

Mr S R Rhodes ALP candidate for Canberra seat gains emerge from prewar allocations. Results show Rhodes led in preferences amid distribution among Elimination rounds. Rhodes, long associated with Canberra's Industrial movement and former president of Trades and Labour Council, held executive roles across 28 organisations.

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Miners and Wharfwor­kers Strike Today

Reports indicate miners and waterside workers plan a strike today. Details mention ACT meetings, union actions, and potential disruption to rail and port operations with officials urging restraint amid ongoing labor dispute. Local organizations and leaders are named in connection with the planned work stoppage and broader industrial actions.

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Miners and Waterside Workers Set One Day Strike

In Sydney on Sunday, about 40,000 miners and waterside workers across the Commonwealth will halt work for one day. The stoppage follows a joint decision by the two unions to act after complex discussions with officials and industry leaders. The action aims to pressure employers over industrial issues and wage negotiations amid tensions at ports and mines.

Ant Rewagoriog Com Laalon Urate Mealy Waterss’ “Workers ‘Federation J. Healy McPhillips Gan Fra Healy Jyter Kirby Kirsedy Federation ‘Oficiala Imacy Central Reuive Atternoythen Spade Benatar Weberns Hobart Fu Alteck Lalmly Advici We A.catu Newcustic X. Maen Maki Newcaslie AWLP Bie Rgihe Areman Tn Fa' Imlon Sydney Norrow Adelaide Beaman Port Adelaity Farrow Spain Ture Amacradan Port Ae Watereisa Workers’ Federation Lely Penn Bat Miaminn Masimary Fundax Buntey LJ. McPhillipe Tran Trem Workers! Association Amalgnna Communtet Panty Eureka Youth Langue Moating Dorie Phillips Hedaral Sntir Apenkere Arbitration Court Iges Ute Cetmea Apt Breas Ermal Ken McKem Bran- Workers INC Jtevadar'ng Wutustey Commission Adr Justise Kieby McKenn Asseniats Rillont Seamen's Ahlan Phat Ie A Murs Wateraide Wackern Federation Jidge Kirby Federation Melon Paliate’ Anpociacion

Basketball gains more followers at winter league clash

The game drew a large crowd as YMCA 2 beat BMC 20139 and Vikings narrowly defeated WahC 2138. Attendance and student interest surged, with strong showings by Mecreevy and rival squads. Officials ordered extra time and a late alarm prompted fan excitement.

Gular Tech Wright Can Berra Y.beo Mecreevy YMCA BMC FEM Dow Umut Tnferne Mmvn Viking

Yale women’s hockey practice matches at University Civil

Fielding and teammates prepare for practice at University Civil on Saturday. Several players, including Maree Teiopwa and Grammar Y3LC Ib, participate as Yale and other teams hold sessions. The meeting with the medial YALE occurs in the club room on Tory day at 7:30 pm.

LWA Tatte Univer Civil Parma YALE Tory Day

Queanbeyan Beats Canberracity Rose Bay Gong

Local standings show Queanbeyan defeating Canberracity Rose Bay Gong with a 39 to 25 score. The report lists numerous players and clubs in a dense, partial OCR of a midsection, including many names such as Beith, Cuthberteen, Drack, Weodree, Howe, and others, with references to teams and regions around Canberra and Queanbeyan.

Queanbeyan Canberracity Rose Bay

Australian pound prospects amid sterling exchange debate

An Canberra Times analysis discusses whether Britain should devalue or let sterling strengthen, weighing effects on Australian imports and exports. It argues a cautious approach to any shift in the London exchange rate, noting potential impacts on prices, staffing costs, and trade balances for Australia.

Sreeve Tornment Landon Ime London Eibar Britain Marshall Aié Europe London Australte Exchange Dalancan

Governor General Attends Beef Cattle Event Saturday Morning

The Governor General, Mr. W. J. Meltill, attended by Lieutenant 3.16 D., AWC, presided over a beef cattle meeting. Local officials and attendees reported on the event held Saturday morning at a designated showground, noting key remarks and outcomes from the gathering.

Orneral W. J. Meltill Tll AWC

Ambiguous sports score report with scattered names and numbers

The fragment records a late season event with incomplete details. It mentions scores such as 38 points for a Baye player and 24 for Blaite, plus other figures and team abbreviations, but many words are garbled, leaving the exact event, teams, and dates unclear.

Seamen Consider One Day Strike Over McPhillips Cent

Port Adelaide area reports a planned one day stoppage by 3 000 ironworkers amid labor tensions. Union leaders warn of factory slowdowns. weather and port conditions noted as context. The dispute centers on pay and working time with potential impact on overseas shipments.

McPhillips

Canberra Forecast Mixed Weather With Winds Ahead

A fragmented forecast notes a cold, windy day across the Southeastern District with variable wind directions and damp conditions. Expect chilly temperatures, gusty breezes, and patchy clouds throughout the region.

Footballers Hold Practice For Opening Round

Players attended an early practice session as the National Football Set prepares for the opening round on April 30 at 8 am. Coaches and officials note improved conditioning and strategic tweaks, with several players expected to compete for starting positions.

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Union Trials Surprise Eastsin in 1948 hockey match

The event centers on Murray Hunter leading international players in a European style trial. The match features Eastsin challenging Northern with forwards such as Waite Ward and Mutter, while Scotland’s representation from 1948 resurfaces. Crise scores late as Northern holds off a late Eastsin rally.

Wetuien Murray Waite Ward Aowrth Bioko Rehebh Rocker Alan Baate Northen Ted East Tane Eric Crise Neriia

Migrant policy stirs debate amid enemy alien controversy

A fragmented report discusses migrants and enemy aliens with references to immigration figures, wartime policy, and officials. It notes concerns about new material and personnel, mentions named figures and organizations, and frames the issue within a broader political debate.

University Lecture Sparks Debate on World Progress and Faith

A historic sermon at the Baptist Sesh Kiaetee featured Rev. HG Hackworthy addressing global progress, interdependence, and leadership. He urged learning as a path to unity and warned against ignoring past wars while stressing Christian influence in guiding nations and economic systems.

Te Conpern Ae ‘University Criliege Waa HG. Hackworthy Alfrod Rimmer Goma Witless Uty Amerie Cambridge England InsUluuone Wa Roma Economist Echeabiat

Forestry School Triumph Over Navy Sparks Premiership Push

Forestry School defeated Navy in a display of strength that signals a strong push for the year’s premiership. Players accelerated training and conditioning to sharpen form as the team blends disciplined defense with explosive offense.

Navy Tven

Rowing Boat Out on Moshe Harbour Bridge Incident

Reginald Westy, 48, of Hawthorn Parade Haberdield, reportedly fell from a launching boat after collision with a pylon near the Aleraw at Moshe Harbour. He managed to reach the bank and was later taken ashore. The launch was damaged and continued up the river before stopping.

Bunty Moshe Heath Lauren

Band Concert Draws Large Crowd in Goulburn Park

A charity concert in North Canberra featuring the Goulburn City Band drew more than three thousand attendees. The performance, led by Mr M Boyd and supported by teachers and local figures, raised funds for Ray of Sunshine.

Manulen Oval Straned Canberra M. Boyd Goulbarn Goulburn City

Meeting Demands for Release of L. J. McPhillips in Sydney

A broad meeting in Sydney demanded the immediate release of L. J. McPhillips amid tension with authorities. Speakers criticized arbitration and urged government action to protect workers, while calls to unity and protests against perceived oppression dominated the session.

Footballer's Son Beaten in Portland Aftermath

Disjointed police notes describe a violent incident involving a footballer's son in Portland. Authorities link possible suspects to an international football figure, with unclear details about the motive and location.

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