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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 12, 1950

Page

4

Tenders Invited for Construction Projects in Canberra ACT

Tenders close at 3 pm on Monday 14th August for the University House residential college and multiple works including concrete paths, chimneys, and joinery in Canberra ACT. Tender forms from the Secretary Joint House Department, Australian Capital Territory.

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Law and honor in public service questioned over police club memberships

The secretary notes the law bans perquisites for police and urges an independent inquiry into honorary club memberships offered to officers. The issue extends beyond police conduct to standards in public administration and possible need for an independent determination of how many clubs offered such perks, who accepted, and the scope of privileges involved.

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Elgian Senate Passes American Use Bill in Crisis Time

Fragmented OCR text shows the Elgian Senate passing an American use bill with powers delegated to Washington. Numbers appear as 96,400,000 and 3,860,848 amid garbled surrounding words including Prince and Leopold and references to frost and Friday.

Elgian Senate Washington Leopold Powershie Prince Anudaly

Prices Controversy Affects Local Dairy Agents

Local producers dispute price terms set by the ACT and the National Wales Prices Commissioner. Mir. Willigramon denies reports of branch meddling as Canberran dairy groups push for parity with previous levels. The Canberra Dairy Society notes winter values remain steady across regions including Myane, Goulburn, Queanbeyan, and neighboring districts.

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Population climbs beyond 8m in early 19th century report

The article reports a population increase surpassing eight million driven largely by migration. It lists figures for several regions including Victoria, Queensland, New South Wales, and the ACT, noting a total rise of about 73,000 in the period compared with the previous December.

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Film supplies for news and information aims cited

A government statement reports the Department of the Interior spent more than 17.13 thousand for news and information, with 1,910,000 feet of 18 mm film freed for normal production. The bureau produces 30 to 40 films annually, distributed to about 40 Australian representatives and organizations as part of an overseas campaign.

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Weather Summary From Bam Barometer Readings

Meteorology report notes barometer near 30.00 inches with readings around 3 pm and 4 am, temperature around 44 degrees at times, minimal wind shifting northeast to northwest. Rain and light showers forecast, with possible local variations and cooler conditions toward morning.

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Truman Advocates UN Role in Korea Peace Talks

President Truman urged a UN centered settlement for international disputes, stressing high level Western talks after the Korean war. He favored progress with General MacArthur's approach while avoiding direct engagement in Formosa, as U.S. advisers discussed defense options and potential air and sea measures.

Wallace Statement On Korea War Sparks US Russian Clash

In a late night remarks Henry Wallace claimed the United States is at war with Russia due to Korea fighting. He said his view shifted in the past six months from believing Russia sought peace to now seeing Moscow prolonging the cold war for its own ends.

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Ban on New Zealand Potatoes Likely to End

The Director-General of Health stated that the ban on New Zealand potatoes was under investigation and could be lifted if suspicions of disease proving baseless. Tasmanian Premier Congreve said ending the ban would harm the Tasmanian potato industry. The debate centered on imports from New Zealand and potential health risks.

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Industrial Findings Soon in 15 Claims Hearing

Hearing on 48 claims by Can serra uiune set for 10 am Monday. Most claims previously adjourned for inspections and tax evidence. several involve alterations and new classifications. Unions including the Flumbere and Gosattere Union and Liquor and Allied Trade Union have petitions, while some increases for cleaners and watchmen await next session.

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Bath Heaters After Power Cuts Reported

A fragmented report notes electrical faults under the Department of tka and Howaing measures. It mentions 39 and 26 units affected, burns and lamp damage from sudden power cuts, and warnings about bathwater heating with taps misused after a switch.

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Government plans free medicines program amid wartime controls

The Minister for Wealth announces regulations for free distribution of medicines to Australians. He describes a scheme where doctors may prescribe and supply medicines, with the government paying chemists in some cases, aiming to ease costs for the ill and elderly while maintaining medical discretion and routine distribution channels. The plan, part of a broader national effort, seeks to ensure access without rigid government control.

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Canberra Drama Festival Final Narrowed to Two Acts

Canberra advances to the final of the drama festival as the contest narrows to two entries. The Canberra company presents A Phoenix Frequent, after a Canberra weekend stage read, with Sydney Players' Club set to perform.

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Fragmented OCR Summary of Local Notice

The readable text is garbled with names and places unclear. It mentions numbers and terms like 390 and 2B Berge Whiteread, but no coherent event or outcome is evident. Persisting fragments suggest a damaged notice with potential personal names and locations but no verifiable actions.

Fragmentary Report on Police and Minster Meeting

A garbled transcript shows Police and Minster members discussing liquor ordinance. Mr McLaren notes support for a subordinate police role, while some harbor aims of reorganizing the force. The minster and others prefer restraint and avoid formal comment at the moment.

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