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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 12, 1950
Page
4
An unclear note outlines a loan conversion appeal regarding cash and new funding. It mentions individuals and a team, with references to Australia. The text is fragmented and does not provide a clear outcome or concrete dates.
The United Nations faces a delicate Korea phase with growing pressure for a settlement that preserves UN principles while considering relations with Communist China. Britain emerges as a stabilising force as US Britain talks align on future challenges within or outside the UN framework.
The Federal Arbitration Court ruled that ACT workers receive only 13/6 of the £1 basic wage increase. The ACT basic wage is set at 0/5/-, affecting the wage scale and formal pay structure.
The fragment references officials at Government House in Canberra and a Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Conference in Canberra. It mentions Rowell Chia, Governor General, and J. Mc Rell, with delegates arriving yesterday for a conference. The OCR is garbled and several names and details are uncertain.
A weather discussion linked to a Red Act challenge surfaces in Stoney as delegates argue over heat related measures. Senior counsel Barwick criticizes power delegation while noting limits on hours of heat warnings. Forecasts indicate rising temperatures with regional variations and Wind shifts.
Sydney reports three union leaders commenting on morale amid wartime strain. Sir Hamund Herring warned Australian forces faced dangerously low morale if recruiting lagged, while others urged patience and claimed morale remained high. Federal Secretary Dougherty noted any decline stemmed from leadership uncertainty.
A survey described by Commonwealth economists details Australia’s improved balance of payments from 1946-49 to 1950-60, attributing most gains to international reserves, capital inflows, and shifts in exchange rates. The report notes increased but uneven trade surpluses and caution about speculative capital and long term investment.
Reported inquest to be held at Portand Court today and tomorrow into the deaths of two boys, Albert Spiers and another youth. Bodies found in a cart at Portland wharf. officers Sitney Beach and allied detectives involved. names and details appear garbled in the source.
Report on proposed base wage increases for Commonwealth public servants amid wage talks in Sydney and Melbourne. Details cover adult male and female rates, junior brackets, and disputes over whether waterside workers should share in the uplift amid court actions and union objections.
Prime Minister Mr Menzies pressed speediest defence preparation and strong UK Commonwealth US cooperation as best insurance against war. He argued arms are not inevitability if democracies are fully armed, urging planning on world strategy and preservation of allied ties amid debate on defence and Korea.
An emergency squad of 20 workers traced a break in the water main from Red Hill reservoir to Mt. Duntroon and Mt Russell. The city’s water, Sewage and Canborough authorities pumped water from Cotter to sustain reservoirs while the leak near Red Hill was investigated. Most residents in Duntroon and surrounding areas faced water outages until repairs were completed.
A seaman drowned while working on scaffolding aboard a vessel at Port Starbourne after a rope slipped. Colleagues Alford Beaman Visasan Seaton Thompson and Dickman Wakeman were painting and attempting rescue.
A Full Court ruling in Sydney concerns alleged fraud and conspiracy in damages. J H McClemen sought a new trial claiming errors after a £5,000 award to John Kehr and a £9,000 verdict for Thomas Monald O’Bearbue amid matrimonial and calamity-related claims. The judge noted prior belief in fraud and urged settlement discussions to avert further action.
A NSW bushfire alert urges safety measures across declared areas. Chief Secretary Evatt warns dry conditions heighten risk and urges farmers to keep machinery clear of flammable material, ensure incinerators are isolated, and maintain clearing around homes and yards.
An officer of the AT and council official discuss regulation enforcement. The draft rules would not affect current rules in place since February. A decision by the Chief officer determines if time exists to permit burning off, with recopying and enforcement details noted.
A Bathing Beauty Contest draws attention with contestants showcasing era style and regional talent. Community spectators note themed costumes and lively pageantry, as organizers promote upcoming competitions and potential prizes for participants.
The annual Graduation Ceremony at Flyal Military College Duntroon will be held today with the Governor General presenting prizes. More than 30 cadets graduate to receive commissions as the parade marks the last time they march at Duntroon. The ceremony includes a Colour bearing and a passing of the Colour to the senior class, with diplomatic observers present.
Aorta President Adenauer declined to comment on a reported East German broadcast tied to the Boviet-Fone network on Seruan, amid questions about its political implications and official responses.
The British Gloster Mateo VIM twin engined jet fighters are eyed by the Commonwealth Air Force as a major upgrade. Minister for Air DF Winite says the purchase would shift power balances, with Britain supplying the craft and potentially reshaping regional air superiority. The Mateor VIII, a key model, recently set world speed and altitude marks in early testing.
A garbled note from a historical newspaper predicts bread prices may rise by a small amount in the next few days, with broader economic concerns mention of wartime food policy and government actions. The text also hints at poultry farmer relief measures and various market adjustments amidst unclear phrasing and OCR errors.
The fragment discusses potential price increases for wheat, noting ministerial statements about a possible 4d rise per bushel after annual investigations. It mentions past subsidies, a government review last December, and efforts to stabilize consumption and prices via funds, with references to the public response and policy shifts.
The price of wheat was advanced per bushel by the Australian Wheat Board. Millers' prices for Wheat Pool No. 28 and 38/3 for wheat are noted, with the soak price mentioned and various market values across districts. The document records applied prices and total requirements, reflecting the adjusted futures.
A townwide message warns that grocery prices will rise due to rising costs and market pressures. City officials indicate the trend affects all major retailers, with expected increases in staple items. Residents are urged to budget accordingly and monitor local notices for price updates and stock levels.
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