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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 09, 1950

Page

4

World at Risk as Democracies Face Growing Aggression

A war readiness critique argues democracies remain unprepared for sustained conflict. The piece warns against neutrality and notes Korea and Europe show that refusal to commit can invite danger. It cites Norway Denmark Belgium and Yugoslavia as lessons in balancing peace and responsibility.

Partenta Asia Europe Umyrtmién Gwyn Norway Denar Belgtium Yugoslavia Thom Jmutrar Agyztazisn

Canada to raise infantry brigade for NATO duties

Ottawa reports Canada will recruit a special infantry brigade with airborne and support units. Prime Minister St Laurent and defense officials discuss rapid deployment, readiness, and integration with NATO forces. Contingent strength cited around 4,000 soldiers, with training and equipment to be mobilized if needed.

Ottawa Tyre Canada Atmos Die Korea St Laurent Cartier Carterie Nat Beno Monte Ta Leela

Sands K.0.'s Brimm In Second Round

The fragmentary report centers on Sands K.0. and Brimm in a boxing context with mentions of Dey Heitien, referee Bill Hebner, and contenders like Jake La Motta and Ruger Nay Robinson. It notes Brinney landing hooks and previews potential future bouts including Sands versus MoUs and promoter comments from Tre Biaguize and others.

Sy Dey Heitien Dave @anda Henry Belin Bill Hebner Pervy Jake la Motta Rine Ruger Rohinson Brinney Bert Hooks Heinder Brirnes Hennesserry Ufit Diana Fei 'Anvieieon Sybe Laohnns Toth Barry Rudolph Tan Jack Bolomont Lo Burston Hout Sands

Health Minister outlines postwar hospital agenda

Federal Minister Sir Earle Page announced plans to widen the hospital program across states addressing bed shortages and equipment gaps. He discussed emergency care, nursing staffing, and a hospital contribution scheme while stressing collaboration with health departments and voluntary groups to reduce disease and save lives.

Federal Minster For Health Earle Page Uhre Sail Deena Steus

Canberra rugby league match draws lively crowd at Captain's Flat

Noth Canberra team led by Captain's Flat hosted a tour of Madohiruros Jake in a spirited match ending in a dormet body of tours and fans. The event, dated 6/30, drew attention to financial concerns and governance questions within the club as players and supporters discussed future paths.

Dmr Hogan Zara Jt T Rauvely Trusidani Bia Boye Noth Canberra Jake

Mi Spask Reelected President in Europe Assembly

London reports the Beielas Bocislin theater hosts the Second Annual vision of a European consultative body. M. Prat Monet Bpaele was reelected president of the Consultative Assembly of Une Compal. Delegates contested work aimed at overthrowing leadership and questioned Stasae ens as president amid claims of political maneuvering.

London Twesday Beielas Bocislin Theater M. Prat Monet Bpaele War Yatterday Earope Laopela Brauk

Report on Reconstruction Talks at Farmers' Bettier Union Conference

Delegates of the Farmers' Bettier Union gather in BYUBAY amid debate on road construction funding. A Hare Full movement urged directing pledged funds to paving and widening, with criticism of government grants and calls for petrol tax measures to support transport needs.

Mrone Llowly Tike Opinna Byubay Immarle Fenaugh Shires

Coldest Morning Of Winter Reported In Local Weather

Officials at the meteorological station reported a record cold start with a minimum around 32 degrees at 3:30 am. The day was expected to remain cool with light winds from the south and scattered frost inland, as temperatures gradually rose to the upper 40s by afternoon.

Wuen Coiniroum Manliouin Gual Karras Wil Ceekarte A Rydecy Mirbert

Canberra government game brief in Geelong style

A terse report notes a county team meeting at the government house in Canberra yesterday. The piece highlights a regional match context and mentions local officials and the venue without detailing outcomes.

Tigey Uelow Tate Government Mary Canberra

Higher Postal Charges and Government Revenue Notes

A fragmented 19th century notice discusses postal charges likely rising and their impact on government income. It cites Ler aidnatbe and Yau as affected entities, mentions wages and rent in relation to the new tariff plan, and records Mr Anthony’s decision to pursue official conclusions on the matter. The text is garbled but indicates a post office funding shift and potential tax-like effect on services.

Bam Anthony Aken

Y W C A Food Relief Appeal Details Rumored

The fragment references a Y W C A food relief appeal with mentions of donations and a note about tax implications. The text is partial and lacks clear dates or locations, limiting precise reconstruction or naming of organizers or targets.

Northern Suburbs Suffered Power Blackout Report

A fragmented report notes a blackout affecting Canberra's northern areas near the Mo coil line. The message mentions that supply was restored by night and references disruptions to electricity and related delays across multiple suburbs.

Death of Coal Board member Mr BR P Jack

Mr BR P Jack of the Coal Board dies suddenly at age 57. A long career with the Joint Coal Board and miners’ union sees tributes from officials and colleagues. The report notes his work to combat the dust menace and his standing in the industry.

BR. P. Jack Coal Board Sydney Tura Coalineers Cytievarmtetv Minirs Priesation Fomlere Fuld Jack Willenmme Kha Zeek Ciatiun Callapsr Ataf Fadden

Detectives' Long Overtime Hours Exposed at Moyet Mount

A garbled report alleges detectives logged extensive overtime at Moyet Mount Hospital, leaving £12,000 unspent at death of inmate Ravchnive Inmate. The piece references budget issues, penalties, and a hearing in Sydney with mentions of the Tare Fre' Association and a nurse involved in the case.

Moyet Mount Byorry Theaday Ree Ceutine Percy Sealine Bydney Rouen Kevoar Lsc Aderice

Mr. Menzies May Stir Up Canada in Speech

Fragmented OCR text discusses Mr. Menzies and references to Canada and Australia, with unclear political context. It mentions Commonwealth members and Pacific power, alleging Democratic ties and national stance, but the passage is garbled and lacks coherent events or outcomes.

Mr. Menzies Canada

Reception in Washington Reflects Close Ties with Australia

An informal reception in Washington and New York honored Prime Minister Mendes during visits ahead of Ottawa talks. The event showcased strong U S Australia ties with discussions touching on finance and defense. Mendes indicated a preference for returning home to address climate and other concerns, signaling ongoing diplomacy.

U.S York Tudlay Afr Menges Gaemth Btotea Fendanty Australia Sooisyin Menalen Breas Smn Ottawa Canada Mendes Washington New York

Blackouts and Unemployment in Australia

Fragmented OCR notes report power rationing and unemployment benefits amid broad blackouts. Words indicate figures for men and women on unemployment, with mentions of February claims and power restrictions impacting daily life.

Typist Sets Channel Record in London Chapel

A London report records a typist achieving a channel speed mark at an automat chapel event. The piece mentions sergeant Sat Taent and names Woda Mishand af Hoyt as part of the event context, with Fortand noted in the surrounding details.

London Automat Chapel Woda Hoyt’ Fortand Oéar

Tenders Called For TV Station In Sydney City

The Postmaster General Mr Anthony announced tenders for a television station in Sydney would be called within days. He said the project would involve Sydney and surrounding areas, with operation expected two to three years from now.

T.V Sven Anthony Bydney Syaney Caus Sydney

Migration plan for Italians and Australian settlement

A historical note reports the Austra lien Advisory Council on Migration led by John Storey negotiating with the Italian Government to relocate about 600,000 Italians to Australia over the next ten years. Premier Biggar de Gofen tours Europe seeking settlers, while a June briefing covers this push and related travel.

Aly Acd McKie Bignar de Gofen Abou Chis Marezo

Mr H Johnson To Leave Parliament House

Mr H Johnson resigns from Parliament House after serving five years as catering officer. He will become manager of the Royal Hotel Burdanoon following duties in Australia and New Guinea where he was mentioned in despatches. Johnson has lived in Can herr for two years and four years prior to 1941.

Australia Wits Merry Dohmaion Porlament Kiowa Jonnaon Johnson Haw Can Herr Manner Victote New Gainea Tecome Royal Hotel Burdanoon

Industry Must Dicentralize Says Mr Harrison

London tooting dispatch reports Mr Harrison urging Australia to decentralize industry and population as part of a national development programme. He advocates combining development with migration drive and rapid power projects to rebalance the economy and sustain wartime shipbuilding and military needs.

Mr. Harrison London Tooting Iteax Australia Industrien de Fence Remsen Siniator Td. Harrison ANL Nestralise Tour Nduatry Treathantrennes Wedreidan Drewntralisaon Bane Britain Awatralia Wosila Br. Harrison Keres United

Brisbane reports charges in widow murder case at St George

Police in St George district charge a young widow with involvement in a murder at Mulen Down. An officer notes two suspects arrested after the shooting of merchant John Coughlan. A light aircraft is planned to fly to St George tomorrow while an emergency strip is prepared for a property seizure.

Brisbane Priige Mulen Down Sheap Talon St. George Bithdays Michant John Coughlan Valers

Bridges Seek Bail in U S A A San Francisco Court

In a San Francisco session today the defense asked for bail for bridge s in a case tied to an appeal. The judge indicated grounds may exist for more hearings as the matter proceeds toward the circuit court. Honolulu dispatch notes labor unrest and a strike wave affecting plantations on Oahu as union leaders call for Bridges release.

Francisco Petey Siu Cireut Judes Georke Uriays Uriays Abn Ane Gavermnant Ons Ruin Atos Grieges Waa A Nant To Amionas Sveusby Honolulu Tunday International Langahommer’n Union Wilkest Nf Apger Nornanion Harry Bridges Im San Pranciacy Inion Tudquartern Wero Teuman Bridges

Wire Netting Duty Relaxation Reported

A note from the wartime trade brief states relaxations on wire netting duties may take effect by December 31. Officials in Searette Sacerty indicate the change aims to ease shortages and bolster manufacturing, with details to follow in official notices.

van Searret Sacerty

U N Mission Reports Incident in Macassar

United Nations observers are dispatched to Macassar to monitor a tense event as a clash is reported between ex-Kandel Dutch Indonesian Army personnel and local forces. Indonesian troops to repatriate. radio station reportedly under UN observation amid unstable situation.

Diakarta United Nations Commission Indonesia Macaumar Actiay Kandel Persoannel Rusistiaa Ecamar Om-Knl Tocoes East Indonsela Long Marenear J Deenee Premier Roads Macuser Australia

Youth for trial for murder of his father

Inquest into the death of Aubrey Allen of Inverell, 65, found Kenneth Mellwain wilfully murdered his father. Mellwain, charged with murder, allegedly threatened police after the event. Coroner proceedings followed the Invermay home incident on July 14 with Detective Savoy present. Mellwain faces trial at Tamworth on August 38.

Tnneicml Tuonday Hieyvar- Me Smaw Avuray Alen Ofiwain Kenneth Mellwain D. Escolt Malpas Hanno Mmavrain Kenneth Metlwain Savoeh Ken Mediwain Aubrey Allen ‘Bell- Wain Invereh Kenneth Bellivea Fee Tamworth

Demonstration at Town Hall in Sydney Town Hall

Report describes a Tuesday protest at the town hall where demonstrators urged a ban on use of the Fawn Fail by Communists. Police and detectives attended as council members and organizers faced clashes. bystanders disrupted proceedings and some leaders were removed. Authorities insist council will not delay actions for the protest group and the event draws attention to public security during demonstrations.

Sydney Gilib Bec Erate Jgouness Afr Flarald Rien Tor Tivtate Rien Counsil

Warships Move Between France Turkey Amid Tense Skies

Unclear text reports France and Turkey moving warships with United States vessels. Notes delivery of a submarine to Turkey and new submarine plans. Mentions Philadelphia, West Way A, and renamed vessels. details are fragmented and require verification.

France United States Walley Phileamphia Mills Ride Tath Verelge Pembina

Red embassy in Pretoria may be closed

A confused report suggests the Soviet embassies in Pretoria face closure amid government discussions. The piece mentions various officials and statements but the details are garbled and uncertain.

Pretoria

16 Months' Search for Murderer

Coroner and police indicate a long pursuit of a killer tied to a crime scene described by witnesses. The case unfolds with testimony about the suspect’s whereabouts and possible information that could aid the court in identifying the murderer.

Pete Ceil Raaobie Yale Patfiry Pete Ved Fiat Poly Reschke Pottnr

Endowment And Basic Wage Proceedings In Melbourne

In the arbitration court Judge Kelly heard the basic wage application. He said the chart should not consider child endowment for workers. Employers argued service value mattered for base pay. Mr Weight noted views on living standards include support payable to parents via child endowment. The Chief Judge stated the court should provide a standard wage without reference to child endowment or discounting anything.

Melbourne Tyeaiay Ful Arbitration Court Kelly Weight

Hostel Resident Collapse At Local Hostel

A resident at a local hostel collapsed around 8 20 in the evening, with police alerted to the incident. The person was taken to hospital where officials report the condition as satisfactory after admission.

Tiveraide Mostel Fee Wan Aml

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