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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 13, 1949
Page
4
Fragmented OCR text lists teachers and students across programs and grades with many misspellings. It mentions music, choir, phonetic items, and various named individuals and groups, but lacks coherent events or dates.
Weather forecast for Canberra shows 24 hours starting 9 pm with warmer trend. Light rain early giving way to moderate showers then clearing, with a northerly shift later. Temperatures max around 77.8, minimum near 9. Weather: west winds around 3 mph in the evening, light to moderate in the afternoon.
Fragmented account notes Drivings of by-election supporters and statements about a High Court challenge to the seat held by Parliament member My Langury. Mentions Robertson, wheat growers, and calls to respect constitutional rights amid campaign disputes and potential recalls.
Fragmented article fragment describes Labour’s political setback and a doctor’s comments. Mentions Victorian mania and medical plans, with unclear references to Dr Routhey and the BMA. No clear event or date established.
In Harbourne Monsey the A.CITE reiterates that femites production should be curtailed to enable economic stabilization. The Liberal country government should ensure steady reform and support manufacturing, with leadership urged to accept necessary changes.
A brief report says four people were killed in a crash involving a bomber aircraft near Renton Ontario. The incident occurred during a training flight connected to Mitchell training programs and involved a hidden loader device. Authorities investigated the scene and identified the deceased. Further details were not immediately available.
Dill Alley scored a double century in Poona amid a loose scoreline as teammates and opponents exchanged long innings. Alley built his tally with patient defense and measured aggression, while Jays and other batsmen contributed varying support in a high scoring affair.
A fragmentary piece discusses demands for a slogan and political messaging in Britain, referencing a defiant stance from Australia and global reactions. It mentions liberty, independence, and harsh critique of current systems, with general remarks on social and economic strains and political events shaping public discourse.
The vaneville venue at Ale Tailor Thantre will continue performances despite a Chit Boceetary order. Faure driveuir, a7, says plans remain in court as officials weigh retaliatory measures. Chief Secretary Bt. Mowithewd announced Monday that action to prohibit retaliation is being considered. The Tatler Theatre had sought to protect public safety and workers amid the dispute.
In a brief, unclear notice figures mention rising savings bank accounts and cooperative accounts. Names, places, and exact figures are obscured, but the item references general growth in savings and related financial activity with fragmented OCR text.
Government officials in Sydney state petrol rationing may end by January 31 as public demand rises. Transport and supply measures are under review with inventories showing reserves and stockpiles, while a government spokesman notes current orders and wartime spending. The overall plan aims to avoid shortages and phase out rationing if stock levels allow.
The Combined Mensian choir at St An drew’s Church Canberra performed The Messiah drawing a large audience. Under director Ms. FC MM W. Cumminghers the chorus featured soloists Plarence Lewin Marjorin Piper Margaret Weicker Norman Fulton and Rur elt Tix with Mr Al ett Peters joining in on interludes.
Transfer of health services from Civic Centre to Barton completed yesterday with about 60 staff relocated. The Burnett department occupies Civic Centre premises. Barton site will house the new health operations and related offices.
Fragmentary text reports no move to recall the Governor-General Hor Australia. Possible references to Malldourna Maldourna and names like McKell appear but details are unclear. The readable portion centers on official action or inaction regarding the Governor-General’s tenure.
Fragmentary report describes a passenger ship and naval actions during the early long war era. Mentions Melbourne Sydney voyage, naval appointments, and oversight by governors general, with references to labor and trade during the conflict period.
A chaotic report outlines a large city concert organized by TCA TWCA and New Jersey authorities. The event featured performances by dozens of young artists, with debate on union membership and potential legal action led by the Attorney General.
A government note from Prime Minister and the Leader of the Country urges immediate termination of petrol rationing. Mr Gorman forwards a letter urging action and stresses reliance on a unified national response.
The Director of Works Mr W Sate recommends extending the bound to continue work on the blocked project. The previous plan involved 8,000 workers, but the board insists on proceeding with a reduced effort. A report on capital finance has been reviewed by the Treasury Department after exceeding an official limit for the year.
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