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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 07, 1950
Page
4
Memorial to Mary Grosvenor died August 7 1963. A funeral service at Canberra Public Cemetery follows a wake at a Canberra residence. Loved by husband Ted and daughters Betty and Juteka with family friends attending.
Garbo may star in Odysseys in Naples with actor Georg Wilkens linked to the project. Producer Pabst and Wino specialist Winn Fabat are cited as among those discussing the adaptation. Carlos would appear to explain the plan and the connection to the director’s vision.
Weather report notes barometer readings around 99.823 inches at 3 pm and 30.078 at 9 am, with maximum temperatures and winds shifting NW to WNW. Data covers Canberra and surrounding areas including Adelaide and Perth, listing temperatures, rainfall estimates, and wind speeds for the 24 hours ending 3 pm, plus historical comparison.
The Canberra Times discusses a comprehensive national planning programme emphasizing 2,000,000 immigrants in ten years. It backs public expenditure of 42,000,000,000 with private investment, aiming to broaden national security through a skilled human factor and expanded employment. Western Germany is highlighted as a key source, with Germany’s young, industrious migrants seen as valuable for Australia’s growth. The piece notes global implications, including U.S. aid and European economic needs, suggesting a practical link between immigration and world stability.
The Alps and Canberra area faced heavy snow over the weekend with more than a foot on many runs. Championships scheduled for Mt Franklin and Bendora were postponed due to snow and thaw conditions. Snowbound routes affected cross country and road travel as officials plan rescheduled events late August.
A Western Australia style misrendering report notes power outages in Canberra suburbs south of Molongilo River between 7.19 and 8.13 this morning. Officials stated the warning was issued by the New South Wales Electricity Commission.
A powerful quake hit a Venezuelan city on Thursday causing casualties and building destruction. Official reports indicate at least 18 dead and 70 injured, with earlier figures suggesting 100 deaths among about 7,000 residents. A second quake in Tocuyo caused no casualties.
Incomplete text from a historical page mentions names like Milne and Dillon and a pipe incident. No clear event, date, or location is readable. The fragment suggests a sports or social item but lacks actionable details for a full card.
A report from Buckingham Palace notes the royal baby is due within about two weeks. Princess Elizabeth and Prince Charles attended a hospital event as preparations continue. The Queen remains at Windsor, with aides arranging official announcements and family gatherings.
The article notes a memorial to John Heminge and Henry Condell, early collaborators of William Shakespeare, preserved near the old London Wall at St Mary in the Strand parish. It describes the blast scar from the blitz, the surviving curb of historic walls, and the 17th century memorial inscriptions praising Shakespeare’s coauthors.
A fragmented record discusses a memorial and related legal and financial tensions. It mentions labor disputes, governance concerns, and potential delays tied to funding and oversight. The text references individuals including ministers, partners, and families, with aims to publish or share materials.
A garbled report mentions Mr. Chifley Puzzles LS. Official and names like Moe Aueigihan Loudee appear amid blurred references to committees, international affairs, and a chronicled “Comgrvantonol” event. The fragmentary text hints at a briefing or inquiry with mentions of Cron and a supposed victory.
Crowds line City Hall as Prime Minister Menzies arrives in New York on a public visit. Mayor O Dwyer hails Australia’s scholarly leader and strong Anglo American ties while Australian and American officials honor his tour with guards of honor, marching bands, and ticker tape.
Mr Fraser states the forthcoming Feral Budget will not include tax reductions. He notes parliament will hear proposals but signals no immediate relief. Government weighs options, warns of potential tax increases if fiscal pressures worsen, with political risk and Commonwealth implications.
Fragmentary report details a planned call up of Australian forces with depots at Theglay and Martichullin. Army applications are to vet recruits as 1,508 men reportedly join the AIWy. Navy drafts to begin Tuesday, with daily calls anticipated.
A fragmented report notes two submarines seen off Northern Norway amid unclear details. A naval spokesman said the Navy is investigating a recent submarine incident translation involving a reported capture or disappearance, with information evolving as investigations continue.
Soviet submarine movements near Montreal sparked speculation Sunday about naval deployments and potential strategic signaling. Reports described unusual submarine activity and heightened security measures, with observers noting possible alignment with ongoing East European conflicts.
Two battalions are to check infiltration in New Guinea. The report details actions by forces including battalions from Australia and allied units, with deployments to coastal and inland areas. Names and places reflect wartime operations and command structure.
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