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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 02, 1950
Page
3
A local court dealt with multiple offences including driving under the influence and related charges. Defendants faced fines ranging from 10 shillings to 24 shillings, with several cases noting injuries, vehicle damage, and light violations.
In a district court, Herbert Perrin was found not guilty of drink driving after defense argued intoxication and medical factors. The trial heard that Perrin smelled of liquor and showed unsteady behavior, but witnesses noted the other driver and passenger injuries from the July 21 collision near Randwasa Bow.
A Sydney report notes upswings in alcohol prices with reductions in public house alcohol limits. Increased costs span half bottles to imported brands including whiskey brandy gin and rum. Local cases cited involve individuals fined for drinking on premises as editors promise further coverage this month.
The report discusses a wide range of fears about radiation and atomic power. It cites experts like Dr Geiger counters and debates on detection, safety, and policy. The piece names locations, institutions, and individuals shaping the discourse on wartime and postwar nuclear issues.
London reports that Professor Fredarie Juliet Curle Frances Conuntat and several British scientists will tour Britain’s main atomic research station at Harwell next month. The Daily Express notes Professor Joliol Curte was dismissed after claiming progressives would never aid the war effort and Russia.
The Amateur alias and joole Championship was announced by the Association with outcomes depending on competition results. The Dillards championship to be played as best of three, with entry fees paid and prizes to be awarded. Thursday night event under official oversight.
A railway employee Errol Roy McVicar of Wollongong Road was dismissed after nearly 30 years for refusing to join a recognised railway union. The Industrial Commission ruled the dismissal valid, stating the Commissioner had power to remove an employee without pay, and Cabinet influence over the Commission was denied. The decision emphasizes the employer's duty and the union affiliation issue in the railway service.
At a national press briefing, a government official outlines plans for Australia’s future development. The speech highlights investment in infrastructure, education, and industry growth to strengthen national capacity and global competitiveness.
Fragmented OCR text reports a national committee event with mentions of Raman and Germany. Names and details are unclear, but it references a sports or committee action and possible results or holdings. The readable items include Raman, Germany, and national committee context amid garbled words.
Unclear readable text appears to describe doctors proving a plan to break the laxative habit. The readable portions reference a treatment or method, but specifics are garbled. No clear names, dates, places, or organizations are identifiable from the fragment.
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