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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 14, 1950

Page

4

Not So Merrie England At Albert Hall

A Canberra audience enjoyed the Canverts Combined Crunch Choirs performance of Merrie England at the Albert Hall on a Saturday night. The concert featured strong singing from Lorense clan and Margaret Fricker with solo highlights by Myre Law and Jill-All-Alone, under conductor Dr. Cunningham.

Merrig England the Albert Nojornta Sromen Lorense Clan Tmm Sydney Fe Wa Wollen Canberra England Myre Law Norman Fulton Stan Alleinaon John Blan Cunning Ham Denaeved Rimey’ Haunders Albert Psters

25 U.S. Ships to Service in Korea Area

Washington dispatch reports the Maritime Commission ordered 36 more Virginia-type patrol vessels to be activated from moth-balls. The ships are slated to carry arms and support operations around Korea amid ongoing tensions and supply concerns.

Washington Batisran UB. Maritime Comamianien Orday

Canberra Weather Report From a Fragmented Page

Fragmentary Canberra weather notes indicate temperatures around 23 at 0 a.m. and warm readings by 8 p.m. with maximum wind speeds and rainfall figures unreadable. The report mentions a Sunday forecast with mild, fair conditions, variable winds, and a cold spell ahead, referencing a regional forecast and station readings.

Barvieter Canberra Indica Pan. Yoo Pam Harometer Suyniay Bosta Incher Calin Ralehaien Caltt Nat Wve Emma Calttal City

Australia Must Decide Now On Korea Crisis

The article argues that Australia must face the present danger in Korea and resist misinformation. It criticizes opposition delays on the Communist Party ban and urges clear public positions from leaders. It warns that failure to act could invite further global incidents and affect Australia's economy and security.

Korea Australie & Worange Plana Witlen Karesne Communist Party Aince Australia Sydney Ita Kremlin Kores Rumler Pth Asd Tenisa Guna Russe Australidie Hauth Korewom Australis

Motor cycle crashes injure eight near Mt Prienara and Newcastle

In weekend crashes at Mt Prienara and near Newcastle, seven riders and one car occupant were injured. Police report a collision involving a group riding in the same direction, with one rider dying. Passengers and bystanders were treated at local hospitals. Separate incident saw a car plunge over a bank into a shallow river, injuring five men. Local residents Blackall and Brown noted among those affected.

Tvan Waa Arrivualy Wen Signeiy Sumi-Traiier Mt Camene Soeraing Tyere Witliam Blackill Dee Why Betty Brown Croydon Blackall Miomt Newcastle

YMCA Notes Onward Youth Work And Meetings

YMCA notes outline ongoing work including Savideon training at the Indu napur center with Australian WMCAs folklore and Indian villagers. Mr Davidson will address YWCA attendees. basketball practice, weekly meets, and rabbit group activities are listed. Vacancies exist for new members. the Whitbridge YMCA Club invites parents to visit.

Indunupat India Wmc.a's Lina Davidson YRC Wiitridge Ymca Yall Warvne

Koreans Seek Nationhood Amid Regional Pressures

A Canberra meeting of the Australian Student Christian Movement discusses Korea's long aim for independence and unity. speakers warn of risks from external powers and note the North versus South situation, highlighting the need for national self-determination amid pressures from Japan Russia China and Communist influence.

Becoree & Angi F. GO Engelweld Canberra Risigium Europe Asia Ranlom Korea Japan Russia China Ringel Kore Auetralia Weies Manchuria Tale Thei Bender Propia Narnee Aline ARM Eel

German war reparations equipment flood Australian factories

Readable fragments indicate Australia received substantial German industrial assets under postwar reparations. The items include forging presses, hydrogenation plants, lathes, boring mills, and large general machinery from Krupp and other plants. The allocation totals and international shares are noted, with emphasis on the impact on Australian industry.

Peter Adrian Pri Ra Otter Germany Butt Mir Buteman al- Weil Mit Australia Sharp Geenan Anvert Ang Umber United Kingdom United States France Jgein Faripus Krupp Ion and Ster Precton Br= Ing Frurineering Iear Phettical Enrvice Jarier Sererill Nesta Alr Sant

Australian Effort to Avoid World War Prompts Unity

A garbled wartime broadcast urges unity and stronger defense as Australia faces global conflict risks. Prime Minister presses for increased forces through voluntary enlistment and national service while stressing the need to match other democracies in preserving peace and security.

McBridn Atreneth Tly Cane Langan

Fears World War From Korean Fight Spreads Shock

Dr Evatt urged UN reform and an experienced Australian rep on the Security Council. He warned continuous fighting could trigger a broader war and called for decisive action to prevent escalation.

One World Organisation Kevatt Unst Australia Security Council Ayery Aldo Selstanne General MacArthur Korea Histomonts Miniatera

Reds Ready For Kill In Asia

New York dispatch reports a security council briefing warns of intensifying Communist imperialism. The union of nations urged action as threats of new crimes spread from Europe to Asia, with officials calling for united resolve and stronger measures to counter aggression.

Asia New York Natunuay Ama Europe United Nations

Russian 1950 shell used in Korea report photo

Washington Sunday report notes a U S Army display of a 1080 model Ruslan shell claimed found in Korea. Defence Department officials counter Sa gab Malik claims that Russia supplied no equipment to North Korea since 1948. The image showed a 120 mm mortar shell dated 1980 in Russian lettering.

Washington United States Army Korea Defence Department Sagab Malik Security Council Talon Frasia North Korea Auld

Defences to Reduce Toll of A Bomb

AEC outlines approaches to lessen blast casualties from atomic weapons. It notes that near- by protection is limited but emphasizes safeguards to reduce deaths, estimating survival probabilities at varying distances and acknowledging greater regional destruction from air bursts.

Washington United States Atomic Energy Commission Commisnion Aiike Hy Shima Tagasaki Cleinn Deter Agiclat Myeres Epee

Man Thrown Into Yarra After Community Meeting Incident

A man who made disparaging remarks at a Serre Bank community meeting in Melbourne was seized by several bystanders and hurled into the Yarra River. He surfaced and escaped before police arrived, as witnesses describe the assault by the servicemen involved.

Yarra Melbourne Sunity Serre Bank

Problems of Discipline And Education

A fragmented discussion on discipline and education critiques traditional adult-centered schooling, urging balanced moral and intellectual development. It warns against overbearing authority and reckless progressive trends while stressing guidance and purposeful learning. The piece cites educators’ concerns about authority, rigidity, and the need for humane, effective methods.

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Chas Aydnny Meith Wil Peel Toe Praia

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