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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 23, 1949

Page

3

Far East animal diseases threaten local imports

Report from a veterinary conference in Bangkok notes several animal diseases, including foot and mouth, that could threaten Govasen animals if introduced. Australia cautions against import risks as outbreaks strain water buffalo herds and meat production. discussions cover vaccination, control measures, and possible policy actions amid religious and logistical challenges.

Banikok Une Ex Beton China Russia Sipe Bukrn Auatralia Malone Mclntosh Ranksk Pete Dona Celle Thane Dectnlaih Wea P. 1 McGovern

Mine Contractor Crushed by Bulldozer at Open-Cut Mine

Cecil Murase Raynolde of AW Gray Street Lineuw worked at Western Main open-cut mine. A 85 ton bulldozer toppled over while he was removing overburden. A coworker stated others attempted to move the machine but it slid and crushed him, causing fatal injuries.

Eithoow Stonday Ruy Cecil Murase Raynolde AW Gray Street Lineuw Taparine Wanoninboe Wiprady Veynolte Dover

Gaol Escapees May Have Gone Interstate

Police believe Long Bay Gaol escapees Catcy Prean and Williard Cech Mears may have fled interstate after a sensational break from Batley. Detectives say they have not ruled out the possibility of camouflage or disguise and are pursuing all leads linked to the Simfo robbery case.

Bydney Catcy Prean Williard Cech Mears Long Bay Batley Tete Met Usak the Sen Ragy Night Force

Man receives prison for armed assault and robbery try

Sydney on Monday the 24 year old Petin Warwick Meily of Bank Street North ry was sentenced in Quarter Sessions today to eight years for armed assault and attempted robbery. Judge Molden noted prior crimes, six years for the main charge and five for related offences, with mercy urged but no concurrent terms granted. Detectives testified the defendant wielded a pistol on Georgia Street demanding money. a bystander died during the incident, and the court noted defendants hired by Holden to target weaker races.

Sydney Petin Warwick Meily Cleo ‘Ecu Bank Stront Northry Molden Whc Mt Silbeeenn Guorga Street Waller Avacho Pataerchic

Coal Output by NSW Miners Sets Record

The Joint Coal Hoard estimates NSW miners produced over 64 000 tons today, with industry officials noting robust work and steady supply. The union cautions about potential strikes if wage and working conditions aren’t addressed, while miners await further guidance from leadership.

Bylney Indvatytad Rami Jini

Unions Seek Remission of Fines Imposed

In Sydney, the Water Workers Federation and the Textile Workers Association challenge fines for contempt of court. Applications for remission will be heard by the Arbitration Court tomorrow, with Wright Wirfuls of Dye and three unions seeking relief from penalties.

Sydney Weston Fir Ta Iinwr Water Ide Workers Federation Trimworkerst AP Bite Jara Nnurt Tnmorrow Wright Wirfuls Dye Three Alu Gan

Unemployed Get Old Jobs Back Again

Report from RYDNEY indicates unemployment fell after a coal closure, with 135000 unemployed. About 75000 expected to return to industry during a planned economic shift. July 17 marked a date in the broader unemployment picture as 831000 left work nationwide, including 431000 in New Bain, Walen, and V'Many.

Rydney Auatennia New Bain, Walen V'Many Sirmix

Canberra Rifle Club results from the McKinslie Cup and related prizes

A Canberra Rifle Club event at McKinslie Cup Bruce Trophy and Fret Gorman Shield saw twenty five fiftiemen shoot from 100 yards on a gusty day. Winners included Werk nd with 47 and several top scores across the field while observers noted strong eye and aiming accuracy despite wind.

McKinslie Bruce Gorman Prinaling Ord R. Hudaon

State Lottery Sydney Draws Names And Prizes

Lottery No. 1900 drawn today lists first prize No. 9699 Mon tetwy Byndienté with H Balinders Strathfield and Apringthorpe Times. Second prize No. 41082 The Derk stranger Myndicate Alphimton Wrights Drummoyar. Fourth prize No. tid Merryiandy syndicate Left Hand Arnott. Fifth prize No. ASIA Arnott Natey Armalt Wanrvionina. Lottery 90 460% will be drawn tomorrow.

Sydney Raya Tovday Luck” Aynlontt Raywron Rockdale Balinders Bansion Road Strathfield Apringthorpe Fisigars Street

Scarlet fever outbreak in St Arnaud area escalates

A scrambled report indicates Scarlet fever spread in St Arnaud with two more diaries cloned in a week as health authorities warn of a new epidemic strain. The district fights the outbreak amid renewed concerns over data and containment.

Recauan Arnaud

State Moves to Tighten Control of All Buildings

The state considers an immediate revision to the building law to require safer fire escape provisions in all structures. The Senate Labour and Industry committee report notes concerns over inadequate exits and stresses that factory owners must address fire safety.

Sydney Tate Formas Marey Finnan Ube Arior

Agricultural Scientists Meet in Adelaide

Agricultural scientists from Britain and the United States gathered in Adelaide for a major conference on plant and animal nutrition in relation to climate. The event, described as the largest of its kind in Australia, included leaders from the Royal Botanical Gardens at Kew and the British government science circle. A tour of eastern states was planned after the conference with sessions slated for September in Canberra.

Adelaide Tele Austalia Jolla

Escapee Urged to Surrender by Father

Tinney Berkiot EhKan, an escaped caper from Long Bay, Washington, sought a name change and urged to begin life anew with his father. A violent past was hinted, while a sergeant and mayor were referenced in a tense plea as authorities warned the fugitive to turn himself in.

Sydney Longe Bay Rimbell

Malayan Stand on Marriages with Australians

A Reuters report notes Malayans criticize the White Australia policy's reach into interracial marriages. It cites a Strake Times piece arguing the policy risks implying racial inferiority, urging Australia to focus on environment over heredity in marriage choices. The Singapore Labour Party head is said to have discussed the issue with the Australian Labour Party, promising no immediate action.

Laap Reuter Ringafore Afanulay Asta Tewarte Australia Adda Singapore Rane Oman

Untitled fragment hints at meeting with Viogna held

A partial OCR fragment references a meeting or seating event involving Viogna and an entity likely tied to a venue or program. Details are unclear due to garbled text.

Purse columnine at Rt Pat a School on King's Birthday

A fragmentary notice describes a purse event or fundraiser at Rt Pat a School on King's Birthday. It mentions names such as Hage Rewned Bhonnaza and SLAZENGER wrnia ranquet in a brief, local event context.

Hage Bhonnaza Slazenger Ranquet Rt. Pat'a King's Birth

Royal Canberra Goli annual meeting and sports updates

Public advised of danger near Dun Eroon amid arama and firearms rumors. Canberra football league notes announce annual meeting at Club House on a Wednesday with training warrants and attendance requests. Event details include teenage players, venue at Manukas Oval, and notices about general meetings, officer elections, and tour arrangements.

Howse Romacre City Atoey Leagte

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