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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 17, 1949

Page

2

Christmas events spark charity tours and parties in Canberra

Readers report a series of festive activities across Canberra with charity drives, concerts, and club gatherings. Volunteers distribute gifts and toys while funds support Food parcels and migrant children programs. Notable events include a large Christmas tree lighting at Barton House and celebrations at the YWCA and Cheltenham Cinema Club.

M.J Capitol Cinema Y.W.C.A Canberra Barton+ House Apeniann G.fla

Ward Urges Tighter Standards in Australian Legal Professions

Mr. E. J. Ward called for tighter standards in the legal profession. He claimed a complaint about Mr. Simon Tsaacs drew public attention to unfounded articles harming reputations. Ward said protections for professionals in Spurta should extend to curb solicitors and barristers. He will seek examination of legal procedures to present the matter to the State Supreme Court.

Oawcoms E. J. Ward Simon Tsaacs Solicitora Barristera Ward

Remand Granted on Gaming Charges at Redfern Court

Friday report from Redfern Court notes 42 persons charged for being found in a common gaming house at the B and B Club King's Cross. Joseph Stevens of Darydnay named as club supervisor. Defendants to plead not guilty. Mr Cassy to defend with others listed in December proceedings.

Bydney Fleven Redfern Court King’s Cross Ott Decemer Joseph Stevens Barydney W. Lieberman

Aircraft engine licenses and jet engine permits spread

The report notes British designed aircraft engines in production while France has received a license to build Rolls Royce jet engines and Belgium recently obtained a license to produce Derwent jet engines. The text hints at coordinated fighter aircraft development and international licensing activity.

France Belgium

Mile a Minute Steel Plant Promises Record Rolling Speed

A damaged OCR shows a steel mill claiming extreme rolling speeds and large output. It cites a firm in Sheil Te and compares favorably to American mills, detailing a vast range of rod and bar sizes and a planned sustained output in tons.

Aril Sheen Sheil Te Amelean Elm

Christmas Cosmetic Gift Sets Thrill Downtown Shoppers

City shoppers flock to Charmian charm sets at downtown counters. Four varieties feature different contents including vanishing cream, lipstick, and perfume in dainty bottles. Packages come in tangerine gold and white with gold seals, touted as delightful gifts.

Jane Wens Spetici

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