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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Feb 07, 1950

Page

2

Holland and UK sign defence pact amid Atlantic alliance

The Netherlands and United Kingdom finalize a bilateral defence pact linking arms and military aid under the Atlantic alliance. Dutch officials say the accord will boost security and enable cooperation with other Atlantic Pact members while stressing emphasis on stability and deterrence.

Nether Lands Nanurinj Ammutanes Unier Hisa Arma Holland At & Treva Thi Fagan Tie Duten SenokRing Netherlands Boon Wester Europe

Rugby League Challenge Rights Of Players In NRW Match

A Sydney news snippet reports a rugby league challenge over players rights linked to NRW. Thirty one players, not appearing, were suspended while a key match in Goulburn was set for Sunday July 15, following a prior international game in the BW region. the broader interstate context connects Queensmon and Casmar as focuses of ongoing disputes.

Rugby League Sydney Sontay Asi Ane Nategh Aera NRW Niebt Watt ‘Pone Goulturn Nin Sun Haye Zuly Hagland A. Reemminendanen Casmar Dieie Wray Queensmon

Weather notes and rainfall report from regional stations

Regional forecast shows scattered rain and cooler temperatures with a front moving through the area. Rainfall totals vary by location with several inches expected in parts of the South Kaabern District and nearby stations, while some areas report lighter amounts.

Wehhon Uhvarra Cnael Addjax Winile Vrach Hong Wan

Australian Wool Market Prospects and Price Outlook

The report discusses high world prices for wool, strong Australian wool stocks, and the expectation of price endurance. It notes reduced carryings postwar, potential pound appreciation, and the need for producers to adapt to favorable but volatile market conditions while maintaining investment in capacity.

Orrantantion Mili Marshall Browern Nnk Australia Woot

Prolonged Proposals Spark Political Unrest Claims

A garbled report suggests multiple proposed measures by H. Bomes face continued delays and new announcements around March 8 or 4. Officials warn another explosion may occur, with authorities tightening security on upcoming events at the Tieatart Wire Church and nearby sites amid mounting speculation and unsettled delays.

Kenmette Wallerin

BOAC Chairman To Visit Canberra Next Weekend

BOAC chairman plans a visit to Canberra next week end to discuss international aviation development and commercial matters with Australian authorities. The trip aims to address regulatory disputes and possible airport terminal upgrades amid ongoing global airways expansion.

B.O.A.C Canberra

Professor shoots himself at roulette in Princeton tragedy

A Princeton University professor allegedly shot himself at a private roulette party yesterday. The incident ended with the weapon misfiring. witnesses recalled the professor aiming at his head before the gun failed to fire. Police began an investigation into the sequence of events and any related conduct at the gathering.

Princeton Bunkiey Univeratty Mnimmaett Eunkley Eceerat

Move To Develop N S W Opera Meeting Sparks Plan

Sydney notes a plan to develop New South Wales Opera with wartime constraints. Lord Mayor Alderman Ore and Minister discuss value of the town hall and potential funding, while officials weigh the project amid political tensions and public interest.

Sydney Slotilay A. Puftiic Mireting Spern Iy Hax

Australia to West Germany trade policy notes

The article outlines Australia's stance toward trade with Western Germany. It mentions potential two way terms, labour supply needs, and Britain as Allied support. It reports offers from Western Germany for mutual goods, chemicals, machinery, and mineral trade, with cautious notes on certain impracticalities.

Auntaii Germany Australia Western Lahort Great Britain McRiwen Lauattalia Hind Alan

Dame Enid Lyons To Make Federal Political History

Dame Enid Lyons will preside over a federal political history event on Wednesday at 40.20 am. The vice president of Ye Foe freative Councy will warn the audience about government changes and the meeting at Arve thre ty Awa tralia. Wurmatty liver Giverngre General presides at an event noting the government’s constitutional evolution. The Vice-Presigent will attend usual Blt meetings.

Kald Tayson

Joint Education Exchange Committee Formed Between Nations

A joint committee for education exchange involving American and Australian representatives was announced. The board includes Ambassadors, chairmen, treasurer, managing director, and university officials with offices in Canberra, outlining student exchange arrangements and travel terms for cooperation.

Ane Tia Amboanador Peja Jarrann Maxternel Jertenday Ambamador Jet Jurman Pao Sturm rAmireen Yuen Clemmy Bir Dye Martin Bauer Y. Be Mam Jai Ireeg Age Mere Apne Australien Mer Spenner Supreme Court Melbourne Warns George ReCucte Chancillor Snivernty Western Australia Ty Eamin inter_ tive Adudenta Canberra

Sensational Shooting At Car Driver

A chaotic drive by a gunman ends in multiple gunshots and injuries. Victim Gilligan suffers critical wounds as a rear seat gunfire erupts. police widen the dragnet and alert the public. Witnesses describe rapid firing and a car fleeing toward a rural area.

A.hall Doh Csillgan Gilgen Lothar Menourne Ertewel AN Barovutiake Dragnet Beith Anatralla Mic Rty Kau Auhueim St Hligh Apeon Havelarethouens Teaxpital Gilligen Gillian Sinton Tim Telenmond

Australia Dominates In Olympic Swim Finals

In a dramatic relay and individual events, Australia seizes multiple titles led by Davies and Tryon. The team, including Quade and Aust athletes, earns standout wins shaping the competition with strong performances in freestyle and medley segments. Wellington and Sealand contribute key placements as Canada and Britain trail.

Sresee Mewart THOR Amimpire Gane Toor di Beymont Davie Awat T.tIn Yate Bry Woah Thi Beeadetrske Hest Biurpe Ava Ming Ferns Lacan Australia Davies Tryon Ae Quade Din Dar Dire Gaines Courun Wellingtons Bedland Girvin Gordon Turner Canada Sealand

Australian fencer triumphs at international event over English champion

The Australian fencer A. Wethunder defeated England’s top titleholder A M C Pilbraw in a dramatic international fencing meet. The contest featured tense bouts with notable recoveries and disputed calls, drawing attention to the competition’s high level and the ongoing rivalry between Australia and England.

A. Ie Dey Anitarnon Muatratan Sare Anderson Fehr Ol Live Timbers

Weightlifting event recap with mixed results

A garbled report describes a weightlifting afternoon where standout results went to some lifters while others failed to place. It notes Australians in certain weight classes as outpaced by rivals and mentions the Panamanian or local lifters with unclear specifics.

Wrestling results from a chaotic weigh-in session

Fragmented OCR lists several matches with wrestlers from multiple regions. Notable hints include featherweight and lightweight bouts with names such as Wilford, Pereane, Armitt, Hayman, Phim Ian, Heobaon, and Henry. Details are garbled and many spellings unclear.

Wilford Arthur Betta Alri

Cabinet to Review Petrol Rations Today in Australia

The Australian Cabinet will meet at 2:30 pm to discuss petrol rationing and report on financial aspects of petrol supplies. Prime Minister Mr. Menaiea is expected to outline rationing plans and potential abolition depending on domestic stability and supply. The session aims to decide government stance on future petrol controls and import stock movements.

Australia Menaiea Enauah Ap Pila Petrat Alermy Amipol Ltd Bydney Mon Marie Way Mintainrs

Cabinet To Review Subsidies Amid Economic Strain

A cabinet sub-committee chaired by Prime Minister and including the treasurer and ministers for trade shipping social services recommended subsidies on a limited set of key commodities to ease the impact on households. The plan targets essential goods while avoiding broad price controls.

Mtr Abe Fad Fen Trad Mid Chatins O'Rulliven Uel Social Service Orator Spooner

Refugees Trapped After Snow Freeze in Tehran Reported

Snow storms strand refugees in Tehran and nearby towns. Cold snap pushes temperatures to record lows, trapping families and delaying relief efforts. Officials warn of growing hardships for displaced residents as rescue teams work through heavy snowfall and disrupted transport.

Boxing results and highlights from a crowded ring show

The report outlines a night of boxing action with multiple weight classes and fighters such as Jone Nad Fought and Teicun, noting injuries and standout performances. It mentions battles across light heavy, middle, and welterweight divisions, with various outcomes and judges' verdicts.

Proposal Debates Stir Parliament Over Liberal Coalition

A broadcast noted the government must seek a mandate from the people to curb harm and protect the constitution. It quoted Dr Evade praising Rivatt and urging Parliament to support proposals with Liberal and country party backing, warning Labour aims to undermine Australian constitutional safeguards.

Ans Trevate Air Marie Aaid Rome Evade Iran Dey Wayne Sir Bazle

Australians rout Transvaal in Pretoria cricket match

Australians defeated Transvaal by 73 runs at Pretoria with strong bowling from Johnston and Edwards. Key contributions included Barnett and Waller, while Landwald Dennis and Walker shared early breakthroughs.

Transvaal Wonley Fannaton Kerebs Atitler Tindwall Eewards Johnaton Dennis Nun Aul Funmon

Trade union vote may seal future for mining firm

Sydney reports a tense labor dispute as the Trades Hall committee weighs a decisive action over a strike threat affecting hundreds of workers. The Assistant Secretary indicated to-night the decision hinges on a binary choice with potential wide-reaching consequences for the company and coast ranch operations.

Sydney Treden Hall Tishten Atl Siriku Ahoula Tradon Labour Goluaedl Tony Fy Tha ‘Company Dep Et Rie Coast Ranch

McLeay Wins Bonthay Seat and Wilson Elected Senator

Ir John McLeay Me Joan MeLeay secures Liberal nomination and election as member for Bonthay in Parliament while Keith Wilson ascends as Senator for South Australia and a Liberal figure active in wartime and postwar affairs. Both figures hold prominent roles in party leadership and civic committees.

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