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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 22, 1949
Page
1
A bus collision on the Federal Highway injures multiple passengers including Mrs. Bose and Mrs. Blumenthal. Most escaped serious harm though one woman suffered a broken collarbone and leg injuries while others received minor cuts and shock. The coach was returning from a weekly tour to Goulburn.
Fragmentary text describes an incident with ambulances, hospital transfers, and a medical outbreak. Mentions Sty om Ma ogy and Hiner Moolten vessel arriving from Angeraila on October 18. Health authorities investigate but details remain uncertain.
Lieutenant Kuzma Derevyanko of the Allied Central Council of Japan led a Russian walk-out after American chairman William Sebald ruled out Moscow’s claims the Japanese government acted anti democratically. The council debated repatriation of Japanese prisoners and tensions with Japan as MacArthur’s staff prepared responses. The meeting adjourned without resolution.
Fragmentary text shows Trusteeship Council pressing Israel to act while noting unsettled travel and governance issues. Mentions of Australia incident, air training, and political tension across regions, with unclear dates and partial quotations.
A fragmentary report shows discussions on global control of atomic weapons led by a governor and figures linked to the General Assembly. The text references a proposed international approach, delays, and calls for prohibition or strict regulation amid wartime tensions.
Clark Gable and Sylvia Stanley, a 39 year old English chorus girl, wed in Santa Barbara, marking Gable's fourth marriage. The ceremony, attended by close friends, featured Western music and a Danish Lutheran church setting.
A garbled Hong Kong dispatch claims a Chinese gift to Stalin is under discussion. The fragment mentions diplomatic channels and a potential exchange but lacks clear details or corroborating names.
The Royal Commission will investigate the Golden Casket prize of £20,000 won in 1936 by the Premier's brother Mr J Haninn. It will review drawings of Golden Caskets No A967 dated July 1 and June 16 and related reference fees.
W emesday AM in Ottawa, Wualph Foster, once sent to the Australian Government in 1045 to manage film matters, resigned from the Section after criticizing the retirement of Cammy loner Roam McLean. The executive assistant to the Commissioner announced the resignation following the government’s decision not to extend McLean’s appointment.
The Sterling area dollar deficit for the quarter ending September 10 shows a reduction from prior period. Britain’s dollar gap fell to about 108 million, with exports improving and imports rising. the Commerce Department says the deficit narrowed due to stronger external demand and shifting trade patterns.
Columnist Robert Ruark and his wife plan a tour of Australia to argue war time life there was not an orgy of wine women and song. He aims to convince his wife and ex servicemen readers that life in Australia offers steadiness and opportunity away from postwar disillusion.
The Yorkshire Post reports large sterling transfers from York to Australia to finance wool purchases. The piece cites estimated totals and notes Wool trade activity affecting Britain and Australia, with figures around 100,600 and references to wool sales centers and a London listing.
The United States bans travel to Hungary citing arrests of Americans including Robert Vozeler of a major communications firm and others. Officials warn of risks to U S citizens and urge reconsideration of travel plans pending further guidance.
Fragmentary report from Berlin shows protesters voicing demands over earlier actions and damages. The text includes garbled phrases and appears to reference a political or civic dispute with unclear participants.
A US order for 20 000 bicycles worth about half a million dollars was received by a British cycle firm. The report notes rising demand and planned expansion to meet future needs as motor cycles gain interest and shipments are arranged to fulfill the large overseas order.
A fragmentary report notes an unclear incident involving several male individuals and a public action. Details are unreadable, with names and places not discernible. Further text is needed to identify participants or outcomes.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a broadcast by Prime Minister Menzies and references to responses from Bennér O Mahony and others. Mentions land, water, and intergovernmental relations in a dated parliamentary context.
In the brief, Drovont impacts the pe ee es ts fa gee race results as a local Courier Rater notes shifts in standings. Officials acknowledge irregular readings affecting at least one team and request review.
An editorial fragment accuses communist groups of fraud while urging scrutiny of political actors. The text references conspiratorial charges and calls for vigilance, presenting a terse, polemical stance without specific names or dates.
The Government Statistician reported that recent months showed wealth figures in New South Wales banks reaching 417 million pounds. The report highlighted rising deposits and liquidity as the economy shows signs of sustained growth.
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