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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 26, 1949
Page
2
Disjointed remarks from a wartime page discuss Russian prisoners of war and German command ideas. Mentions Manstein, Rovint politics, and anticipated executions. Includes scrambled names and phrases about Soviet writers and planned actions.
In Melbourne on Thursday shareholders heard Mr. B J B Cook state that the Argus and Australasian Limited planned no immediate launch of an afternoon edition. Chairman Mr J B Aitken noted the firm would not align with any political party and would remain independent despite London Daily Mirror purchasing a large block of shares.
Sydney reported that Liberal Party figures warned of a communist aim to provoke confusion and revolution if Labour wins.AJ RG Casey claimed socialisation could be forced if Labour returned, while Country Party leader Faeden defended criticism of Britain. Casey urged independence from Britain and urged immediate steps to secure dollar credit.
Wondon, Thursday. Israel and the Arab States agreed at Lausanne yesterday to co operate in an economic survey of the Middle East aimed at hastening settlement of the Palestine refugee problem. The survey was proposed by Mr Paul A Portes, a member of the United Nations' Palestine Commission.
The United States forever prohibited writer Margaret Gould of Toronto Star from entering the United States. The ban followed her postwar European writings seen as favorable to Russia. Officials cited that her presence violated best U.S. interests.
Pastor Nemotler speaks of Hitler era and church under Nazi control. He recalls pastors and laypeople facing repression, imprisoned clergy returning with Bibles, and believers continuing to worship despite persecution.
heavy rain across the state boosts crop prospects in northern and central districts and along the coast. farmers welcome the relief after a dry spell with promising rainfall totals reported in several regions and expectations of improved harvests despite uneven spread.
Report states two American fighters collided in a thunderstorm near Munich while en route from Malye. One pilot bailed out by parachute, the other presumed to have crashed. Lightning struck the craft, hindering search and rescue efforts and leaving pilots unaccounted for.
State lottery report from Sydney notes Lottery No 1803 drawn today with an unspecified major prize. Mention of individuals and places appears garbled. Lottery No 1908 is scheduled for tomorrow with unclear references to the draw venue and participants.
A report notes payroll changes largely caused by workplace restructuring rather than actual pay cuts. It highlights that some reductions were not reflected in store records and that employees temporarily stood down while adjustments were processed.
A mathematical physicist, Professor Massey, will visit Mt Romio between August 41 and September 11. He is a professor of mathematics at the Austral State University and an authority in pure physics. He will deliver a series of lectures during his stay in Australia.
Canberra Repertory is planning to advertise in England for a director with applications closing in October. The inquiry process includes responses from stations and former council members in the United Kingdom. Potential development of a national theatre is noted.
The spring vacation starts for over 2,000 students as Canberra schools close for about two weeks. The Leaving Certificate exams begin November 15 and run three weeks, with external Intermediate Certificate exams starting November 21. Headmaster Mr F J Hamid commented on the interim examinations and the need for pupils to stay at school until year end to qualify for certificates.
A British court heard claims against hotelier Williams and his wife Williams over misconduct at a Woolwich hotel. Alimony of £5 and back taxes were ordered, with details on property value, income tax penalties, and assets. The hearing covered freehold ownership valued at about £19,000, later set at £21,000, and the couple’s past holidays and poker games were noted. Williams faced substantial potential penalties if unpaid.
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