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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 30, 1950
Page
4
Fragmentary text mentions mailings and equipment for a party on an island and an intended recipient, with several garbled words suggesting a misread line about Macquarie Latmach and stores. No clear entities or events are readable.
The report gives 9 a.m. Cannarrn barometer 20410 inches and 3 p.m. 20aKS. The forecast predicts varying winds, cloud cover, and broad conditions for the day. Minimum and maximum temperatures are noted with wind directions in the region, indicating unsettled weather with possible showers later.
In a provocative discourse the author warns that the fire brigade could be manipulated by a so called peace brigade to dictate when and where firefighting power is used. The piece singles out North Korea as a threat and argues the peace brigade resembles an inciting force rather than a guardian of safety.
Members of the Cabinet hosted Prime Minister Meadeay at a Canberra dinner to thank him for his service during the recent term, sharing appreciation and reflecting on achievements as the event concluded.
The Minister for the Army and Navy, Mr Francis, announced a recruitment plan for five groups for the Korean expeditionary force. These included militia personnel, warrant officers, instructors in England and abroad, and officers for the permanent service. Recruitment would proceed under Director General of Recruiting Air Edmund Herring, with details to be issued shortly. The government hoped to mobilize female personnel as well.
A government official announced a five year guarantee for dairy producers to be paid at best cost, covering belt ministry food aims. The Commerce Minister noted the wealth government would back the producers, ensuring price parity for the next five years despite production costs.
Sydney reports Labour Party advisory committee discussing tactics in Parliament for potential double dissolution. Key topics include dissolution of the Communist Party, stance on prices and military issues, with no final decisions made today.
Reports from pilots indicate a vast range near where Indo Burma and Chinese frontiers meet has vanished following earthquakes in the Eastern Himalayas two weeks earlier. Geologists suspect the Brahmaputra activity may alter the river’s course toward the China Sea, with areas dried up and people drowned nearby.
British Isles defeated Sydney as full-back B Cleaver starred with key moments and tries. The metropolitan team edged ahead with a late score, with J.B. Bremley and Brown contributing in the forward line as the hosts claimed the win in a tense match amid revival and strong defense.
The Cogmenwealth Budget for 1950/51 is expected to show no direct tax cuts due to defence needs but also no excise tax increases. Revenue near £630 million is forecast for the current year with deficits offset by spending controls. Tax reform discussions include merging certain tax deductions, potential State reimbursements rising by £48 million to cover defence costs, and planned expenditure reductions to fund social services and war gratuities.
Australian dairymen lament the British Ministry of Food failure to raise the price paid for dairy produce from Australia. They say the UK economy benefits from imported dairy while production costs rise. The Australian Farmers’ Federation spokesman notes wartime guarantees and questions the gap between Commonwealth policy and British pricing decisions.
London reports a Tuesday editorial comment praising a broadcast by Prime Minister Memskay during his world tour. The piece criticizes democratic hesitation over negotiations and notes tension in Europe as traders weigh clarity and action amid international stakes.
Claims Canberra to Cooma road in ACT district is a disgrace to the Commonwealth Government and requires immediate attention. It cites heavy wear, re-touting, and uneven maintenance by various authorities, urging renewed representations to Minister Casey for action.
In Cooktown court the accused described a struggle over a rifle with Walter Cox at Crocodile Camp. He admitted stabbing Cox several times in the upper body to escape, while Cox reportedly tried to seize the rifle amid tensions from a dispute involving Scrimgeour and others.
Reported for a set of quadruplets in Sydney with the parents discussing a larger home. Text notes babies gaining weight and readiness for a move, but the timeline is unclear and dependent on continued feeding.
The Tribune announces a shift to weekly publication citing advertising revenue declines and cost pressures. The move arises from revenue shortfalls and ongoing financial considerations, with implications for circulation as the paper adjusts its schedule.
A government warning cautions ex servicemen against attempting farm transfers and cautions officials to withhold approval. Despite a February advisory, one soldier settler faced financial penalties tied to a land transfer scheme. The Lands Department stresses strict scrutiny and no accommodation for informal schemes.
The funeral for Colonel E J Munro was held at St Matthews Church of England Manly with nearly forty attendees from the NSW Country Party and Legacy Rotary and other groups. Attendees included Mr Bruxner and various party members. the service proceeded to the Northern Suburbs crematorium after the rites. Sir John Northcott and Lady Northcott attended as part of the official presence from the State Governor and related associations.
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Scattered notes and garbled lines reference a minister and a controversial drug described as terramyts for vir ua diseases. The fragment hints at new medical products from Amelia Str Karke and mentions bombs and manufacture concerns, but the text is incomplete and unclear.
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