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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 15, 1950
Page
3
A teacher and local church officials condemned Santa Claus as unchristian arguing the myth deceives children. The Baptist Church resolved to drop Santa from its annual Christmas party and replace him with a “Wise Men” procession to avoid frightening youngsters.
A fragmented ticket and prize listing from Sydney describes syndicate names and numbers. It mentions Potala or Penny syndicate participants, street addresses, and a reference to a drawing forthcoming tomorrow. The text is garbled with several proper names and locations unclear.
Sydney residents report a tram accident victim, William Wevin Murphy of Bondi, who claimed only £2000 against the Transport Commissioner but was awarded £5208 following a Supreme Court decision. The case references Nin 4948 and related legislation, with details about commission actions during the incident.
The article reports President Truman inviting leaders from both parties to discuss a possible proclamation of a national emergency. It notes Republican leaders including Wherry and Taft weighing the plan and potential steps such as fuel and wage controls, plus anticipated wartime production and transportation needs.
The Customs Department reported a case involving two American cars seized from a private individual in Australia. The minister for Customs Senator O Bull Livur noted the seizure as a step in enforcing against importation of prohibited items.
The report records a caution from Mr Bukes urging Australia to prepare against a perceived European and Asian invasion mixed with wartime fear, describing naval defenses and population concerns as a response.
A garbled note reports on pensioners confession and travel restrictions between New South Wales and Canberra. The fragment cites official figures and inquiries about pension payments and validity of travel or travel bans affecting Canbarra, with references to government actions and delays.
In Tamworth today Judge GJ Oullvan directed acquittals for two men named Walsh and Yale on a charge of having illicit alcohol. Walsh 67 pensioner of Cus Foon and Yale 8 hunter of Marmong oink were found not guilty after a trial. The acquittals followed a jury’s split verdict and ended the lengthy hearing.
A NSW conservation minister and the Timber Industry Council discuss ongoing forest resource shortages. The inquiry aims to forecast timber availability and policy options, seeking a sound policy in collaboration with industry and government.
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