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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 22, 1949

Page

2

Australian war works programme analysis and warnings

Analysis of prewar and wartime Australian works funding, projects, and deficits. Discusses total public debt, Commonwealth and state expenditures, and the scope of defense oriented construction including river diversion schemes and inland river system development. Urges sustained development with prudent controls to avoid unemployment and preserve national growth.

National Works Council Australia Mate Pur Pome Tan Naif Commonwealth War Bank Australie Nort Quasnat Enowy Aurelia Lax

Five die in car crash near Moree

Five people were killed when a car traveling from Gravesend to Moree crashed on a gravel stretch. The sole survivor, Hutton, suffered serious injuries and was admitted to Moree District Memorial. The wreck occurred after the vehicle failed to negotiate a turn, causing a long skid before the crash ended with the car at an angle to the road.

Moree Shores Hospital Braohn Burin Macee Oxley Gravesend Mores Lruv Ge ‘Grwind Aldo Hutton McMamnars Toowoombe

Police chief denies story of bashing by constabulary

An inquiry into alleged assault on August 10 near Pier Street details a plainclothes officer roughing a man named Regan, with Regan's relatives demanding a full investigation. Witnesses describe kicks and blows to the abdomen and eye as officers restrained and placed him in a patrol van.

Forse Joan Rages Ragen Sn Allergattin Faget Beet Poles Station Falther Juni Regan Tnife Min van Ty Regent Street Deine Dhink Dine Sraarly Nim Egan Bydney Ald Tman O'Deale Clark Tramways Union Waener'e Avenue Hla Citlaentas Abram Atta MnGirr Jenid Mundey Inelothes Tegan Plaincinthes Polices FMP

Armed men rob woman at home in Kerford Road incident

In Kerford Road at a house near Albert Park, four armed men entered the home of Mrs Lindrum and tied and assaulted her as they searched for money. They dragged her from her room, threatened with a revolver, and stole £20 that she had hidden on her person, while another occupant cried for help.

Mymdiay Kerford Road Albert Park Lindrum Lindris Jaen Pren Allan Dolly Lindruyy Hhe Disturtan R. Tan Tim Linen Nsw

Canberra Cup Final Thriller Darkens the Line

The Canberra Cup final delivered a tense clash between Norths and Forestry. Golding sparked controversy with a potential try disallowed after a close call, as Gardner and Northe pushed for late chances. Forestry fought hard with strong defence, while Norths exploited fast breaks and set plays, leaving the outcome undecided into the final minute.

Local Club Notices and Public Meetings Advance

A fragmentary notice lists a focus on youth aid and local services. It mentions a Thursday night event for new and old Aus terliage, a routine no meeting for a Tuesday, and an August meeting canceled. The Bentor Hi Club plans competition and an annual event in Melbourne west in January.

Melbourne

Two Accidents On Que Road Involve Drunk Driving

Two accidents occurred on Que Road within an hour. A pedestrian, Mr. M L Hover, was struck by a Willy Utick while walking near Marmon. Hover was treated at Panera Community Hospital for injuries. Later, a second crash near Canberra Hospital involved a truck driven by Nn A J Manson. Chalarfak, who Blacked out, was admitted for observation after failing to pass Shannon's vehicle and losing memory.

A. Rean Perralom Mate J. Manson Rider Street Aiatie Chalarfak Wee Canberra Shannon Akrege

Minday Motives in Raglan and Waira Aust 1X Preview

Fragmentary OCR note references Wong of instal atic paralysia in Raglan and Waira with total 1388 rac. Health Ministry overview mentions a 90 glen of arlan cums pirate with 264T.

INF Baraly Sas Beetaln Lotdon Minday Wong of Intslattic Paralysia i Raglan Waira Wrest Glen of Arlan Cums Pirate Wits

Weather Canberra Saturday and Sunday Forecast

Weather report for Canberra shows variable conditions with wind from the northwest to west and occasional rain alerts. Forecast includes temperatures around the mid thirties, gusts up to around 20 mph, and rainfall near 3 mm with possible changes through Saturday and Sunday.

Canberra Darotielee Degeree Pat Abs Maximam Pam Aintall Pan ' Amy

Prisoners Escape From Long Jay Gaol

Prisoners escaped from Long Jay Gaol after breaking from the cell and clambering over a wall. They were held on charges of armed robbery and evading police, with authorities searching for the pair as residents reported prior escape attempts.

Rom Long Jay Gaol al Iy Uate

Reclusive Maroubra Man Hunted After Open-Air Life

A 31 year old Maroubra area recluse, living near the Marlborough range, is reported missing. Police say the man, described as tall with a dark beard, slept rough and was last seen after being stripped of possessions near a rubbish dump. Police at Dacesville charge an act of agency connected to the case.

Stoney Hunday Maroubra Dacesville

Severe Weather Hits Canberra Amid Snow Loss and Wind

A bitter westerly wind up to 42 miles per hour battered Canberra on Saturday, with temperatures dropping and light snow not progressing. The Alpine Club championship faced disruption from fresh snowfall on Bull’s Mead and Mt Franklin, while the Winor Flins reported several inches, delaying activities and creating hazardous conditions in the region.

Milicent Alpine Club Bull's Mead Pranklin Wan Jey Fit

Day Dominates Royal Canberra Golf Championship Lead

Day holds a decisive advantage at Royal Canberra with 14-stroke lead and a 78 round. Contenders include defending champion Cole and others like Doddrell Hibberson Bay. Final scores and detailed gaps follow as the field tightens for the RMN Title.

Tex Day Royal Canberra LH. Cole Doddrell J. Hibberson K Bay

Federal Golf Club Pat Event Results

A pat event at Federal Golf Club was played on natural rested greens. Winners included Ut m Win Cue and Ben sab with 3 up while diners Hy Meynolde, K Waredawn, and J ui tee 2 duwe scored. Banbury finished 4 down with Topwan Dew.

Bensab Hy Meynolde Wivare K Waredawn J Ui Tee Duwe Banbury Topwan Dew

Australia Immigration Debate at Sydney Meeting

A Sydney gathering discussed migrant intake and economic links with Britain. The Very Rev J. Blowan urged fostering development, arguing Australia could absorb new arrivals and provide employment opportunities.

Sydney Keun Australia Dean Newcastle Morman J. Blowan Central and Nee ‘Uynal Blow Sid Ae Jung Australie

Entertainments tax to be reduced

A government budget plan proposes reducing the entertainments tax affecting cinema admissions and venue events. The reform targets prewar price levels with a new tax rate of 1d per additional shilling and 1d per extra shilling for certain items, detailing current versus proposed charges.

Thayeesaia Yamlasion

Textile goods to be labelled in Melbourne export rules

In a London style notice the text outlines new labeling for textile imports to Australia. It specifies apparel knitted fabrics and manufactured raw materials including blankets and yarns, with a prohibitive stance on certain goods.

Melbourne Sundey Australien Wales

England New Zealand Test Draw Sparks Bowling Reform Talk

Reuters reports a Test between England and New Zealand ending in a draw with England and New Zealand both criticized for weak bowling and strong batting. Mentions proposed coaching reforms to boost England’s bowlers, plus Lancashire’s Cyril Washbrook scoring 129 as Lancashire posted 318 in the first innings and the New Zealanders trailing at the close.

London MRC Mart England New Cyril Washbrook Lancashire

Minera Reluctant to Cooperate Until Claims Granted

A report from a meeting states Minera will not cooperate with government plans until claims are granted. Officials say miners will be prepared to mine coal for the people only when government actions improve conditions and access to resources.

Minera Tad Liga Hamilton Anip End Ee Intebvatm

National Works Reserve to Counter Slump

National Works Reserve aims to counter unemployment by expanding public works. Prime Minister Chifley says the program will quickly provide jobs in building and engineering industries, with Works projects designed to boost national output and economic momentum.

National Works Reserve Sitahort Notier He Auatralla T Alump Vermont Govurnmenta Jess Teactre Australia

White Australia Decried as Absurd Theory in Hong Kong

A Sunday Hong Kong paper condemns racial discrimination and criticizes the White Australia policy as absurd. The article notes a controversial expulsion and remarks on a Chinese resident Mrs Marjorie Ang and her family, who are linked to the case and facing return to Australia.

Australia Laa Tautbey Hongkong Asuatralia Cal Abeuny Daily News Australien Tony Ang Marjorie Brinbane Suwon R ii Mita Jeane Auriralia Alt J Murzave

Ban on Sales of Literature Shocks Sydney Public

In Sydney a police ban stopped a youth from selling Communist literature in the Domain. An orderly youth, claimed to be the official organ of a local movement, faced authorities as the incident drew attention to suppression of printed material. Authorities cited public order concerns amid a broader clampdown.

Sydney Fendiris Puilioe Hureka League

Pund for team of women golfers

Melbourne report notes support for a women’s team in a local tournament. Vague references name Fingland, Von Rid, Crom, Pickworth, and Steading appear with unclear roles. Strong entities are obscured, but the item centers on a proposed women’s golf team and a forthcoming event in the area.

Melbourne Sunrey Tre Fingland Benefted Vy Sonman von Rid Crom Pickworth

Correctional Forrcakt Earth Enalema Cotelet Fine Wiskompresad

A garbled OCR fragment mentions a correctional context with unclear terms like Earth Enalema Cotelet and Wiskompresad. No coherent events, people, or organizations are identifiable to summarize into a formal news item.

Inge Winda

Air Hostesses Replace Stewards On Strike

About 26 flight attendants employed by Qatar Airways have replaced by senior crew as the airline maintains its schedule. Stewards seek reinstatement for colleagues dismissed for alleged misconduct. a London arbitration court case is set to hear the matter this week.

Bydney Qatar Emiphy Aire Etre Aines Howtomon Ata London Arbitration Court

High Motors Sold at Queanbeyan

Queanbeyan dealers offered a varied line up including a 1838 Chevrolet coupe and a 1950s Chrysler. The sale drew criticism over high prices and a limited selection of newer popular models. W J Lloyd of Quin Motors commented that late and in demand models commanded premium prices.

G.B.N. Motore Queanbeyan Keene Anya Monde Ain Chrysler Olor Eyelen Yonterday Une Proprietor of Quin. Motors Ir W. J Lloyd

Man Commits Suicide Before Wedding in Perth

Ronald H. Clussell, 31, of Majons, Wis., was found hanged in a hotel tie loading hubble about seven hours before a scheduled wedding. He and his parents had traveled to Perth for the ceremony. He had recently been employed at the hotel where he was staying. The motive and exact circumstances remain unclear.

Malehes aNould Meson W. He Wilton Han Grady Tharidal Atill Fes Rade Perth Hunuay Ronald H.clussell Majons Wis Rayeed Jin Flances

Grass Fire at Fairbairn Breach in Ambulance Coverage

A grass fire at Fairbairn disrupted emergency response as Canberra lacked TV ambulance service for about ten minutes yesterday afternoon. Fire crews from Fairbairn and Walker Bald Gardens attended. investigators determined the blaze likely a false alarm from a nearby box, with conditions hampering firefighting efforts before the blaze was extinguished.

Canberra Bremen Valle Ali Fulroairn Walker Bald Gardens

IPURNITURE TRUCK PLUNGED OVER EMBANKMENT

IPURNITURE TRUCK PLUNGED OVER EMBANKMENT KYDNET, Sunde Four adulte and sreeM tnunged ove) 0 Sost wales reveal ment of Hrenen's rtatacen but all eecepes sem tntry: ME. Charles Garrsty, Ah Warrie Wood, ita Me wilt Mindren and anther me MS ener sctaisvere Seen Hornsby in the turk ee ert Tome ith Iyd Aes aver vee il ae 'at te butt own the optiantrventy inact Intowe severil Tre Pt A atte oot at te bor oc en ange uuasion ta aa-

Kydnet Sunde Sreem Wales Hrenen Charles Garrsty Ah Warrie Wood Mindren Hornsby

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