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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 21, 1950

Page

4

Firefighters Contain Blaze at Urgent City Structure

Fire crews evacuated residents after smoke and flames gripped a building on Frmutituvonald Road. The on scene team evaluated structural safety and reported no basement hazards. Manly and Verguy Tun assisted in the response while a Palvary squad supported the alert operations.

Frmutituvonald Samual Verguy Sqypeel Herest Neventear Teith Gate Sels Renees Rees

Turbulent Weather Report With Low Rain Expected

Fragmentary notes describe a cool change with light rain possible and winds up to 38 mph. Observations reference maximum temperatures near 38 and a drift toward unsettled conditions, though details are unclear.

Weather update fragment from an unknown date

Fragmentary weather note reports wind speeds and temperatures with unreadable details. It mentions gusts and speeds around mph and a unclear forecast for a specific locale.

Foundations of Peace in a World on Edge

A historic meditation argues that lasting peace requires strong democracies and coordinated action. It warns that aggression, notably by Rasalo and Rumix forces, threatens global security and urges unity under the Atlantic Pact Council to deter war and preserve world peace.

Tennyson Buasp Rumix Rasalo Vemch Manacna World Foundation Atlantic Past Council Aida of Atlantic Extinas Germany Gotena Atlantic Pact Council Ammune

Adelaide judge appointed to Commonwealth Arbitration Court

The attorney general announced the appointment of Mr Weight as Judge of the Commonwealth Arbitration Court. The appointment takes effect January 5 and makes the court's present panel five judges. Weight, from a prominent Adelaide firm, joins as an additional member to the arbitration panel amid expectations for expedited hearings.

Adelaide Comemonwealth Arbitration Court Srianne Beier Weight Bakern Mowin Milhouse Wright Epier

Prefabricated Houses Planned for AGT Contract

A second large AGT prefabricated housing contract outlines wooden dwellings for Yar ralumis Ayneram and Deakin. The plan describes single storey three bedroom homes with dining lounge and fitted kitchens, electric hot water, and optional finishes. Exteriors use weatherboard with impregnated walling and varied roofing and foundations. Homes slated for completion by September with 144 single units and full equipment.

Yarralumis Ayneram Deakin Rorka Houaing Homer Prrcent Clowe

Burrinjuck Tragedy Accidental Claims Spark Inquiry

An inquiry follows the Burrinjuck tragedy with claims the accident was accidental. A coroner and engineers discuss structural faults and safety failures, noting repairs are needed and that misused equipment contributed to the deaths.

Burrinjuck

Voluntary Price Freeze Proposed by US Government

The Economic Stabilization Administration announced a voluntary price freeze for all goods and services in the United States. No wage freeze was mentioned. The plan aims to curb price increases and stabilize costs, with companies warned against violations and potential consumer impacts.

Washington Wed United States Economic Stabilization Administration Valentine General Stator Una

Theatrical Championships and Trials At Central Criminal Court

Sydney reports on a wide range of events including murder trials, theatre competitions and sport. Grace Dorothy 118 faces charges while Birtie awaits a second murder trial. Horace Tanner and Clark McConneny appear among champions. Exhibition matches and world table tennis figures are announced for Australia. Commonwealth Theatre Festival slated for Hobart in November.

Aydney Tas Grace Dorothy Oppermes Mmr Jike Pelonen Birtie Ceegal Naw Pion Andro Champ Fmoche Horace Tannin Amveticas Opperman Australis W. Leach Fund Ortra Cole Int Brations Generes Wwe Féir Winmelle Inia Rey Onic Natonal Theatre Hobart Choase Becuse Tammania Matablidh

Repertory Plans Entry for Commonwealth Jubilee Show

The Gander Repertory Society plans to enter the Commonwealth Jubilee competition in 1901. Director Adrien Bornelld announces the society’s upcoming season at the theatrette, with plans to stage The Bu an renger and other plays for children. They seek a permanent home, will store the theatre in the Canbers building, and aim for about 1,000 participants in a Canberra display.

Gander Repertory Adrien Bornelld SCA Arrette Wight Buanrenger Delny Canberrs Brosccantera Bortell Ipmient Canberra Capi- Ecu Adaren Ans Boreell Sortaine Goulburn Yast Cooma Erie

Australia Faces Growing Military Strain Says Returned Servicemen

In a statement the Federal Executive of the Returned Servicemen's League warned Australia about mounting external pressures and the risk of war. It urged prudent defense planning and warned against complacency as resources, manpower, and materials face strain.

Amumuuray Australia Returned Servicemen's League Aoday Briartoll Sac- Nice

Flood Gates Sweep Cause Chaos in NSW Town

A teen swept through flood gates in Queanbeyan amid heavy rainfall causing injuries and prompting council debate on mayoral nominations. Officials reported a damaged river barrier and ongoing searches as residents faced rising waters and power outages.

Release Of Petain Peeve M Rangum Feaneniay

The Freeh Court reports an election of Eppes. The item references Marshal Philippe Petain and a retran e for wartime leadership.

Petain Peeve Rangum Freeh Court Han Eppes Philippe Petain

Tourist Bureau Opens With Holiday Weekend Hours

The Tourist Bureau will open from 6 am to 7 pm on Saturday for Indy Day and will staff the office to provide travel and schedule information. It will monitor arrivals and departures at Chetwimag several times during the interval with about ten searches noted. Normal weekend operations resume December 30.

Christma Teal New Fennirector Br Goa Chetwimag

Western Australia Defeats Queensland By Nineteen Runs In Shield

Western Australia posted a 19 run win over Queensland in a Sheffield Shield match. The victory boosted WA’s position as they built a lead with key contributions from their bowlers and batsmen.

Australia Q'land

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