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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Feb 09, 1950

Page

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Commonwealth to Lift Petrol Ration Restrictions

Australia plans to end petrol rationing after a national broadcast by Prime Minister Menates. He cited adequate supplies and economic stability, with Britain and allies to cooperate on postwar trade, while Australia would retain safeguards and monitor demand to avoid shortages.

Mr. Menates Australia Menates Cai Seton Jumcien Prénch Wien Mtenslea United Kingdom Tenn End Otter Manium JPR Pt Progeamme Sibeti United Kinaom Goveriment Tto Tan Bett Ff Tay Britain Atgtradte Millar Progrem Australis Connte Wtearae Pepi Waa Dermand Low Atveting Rouras Britiab-coarolhid America MereBalne Ateronabillay Souroni Thay UK Mouigion Cna Mme Mension Nome Commonwealth

U K Reaction to Australia's Dollar Crises Hobbles London

Londoners react to Australia and Britain facing dollar shortages and energy costs. Downing Street signals economy measures and petrol rationing fears as Paris reports delayed shipments and mounting financial strain across the sterling area. Government circles warn of wider impact if petrol supply tightens and costs rise further.

London Bemtats Peer Racine Joan Amic Sereet Downing Stiperermnant United Kingdom Sterling Dallar Austratia Routere Torres Ponent Government Circle Tay Almiier Paris Mons Petrni Australie France

Fragmented OCR: unclear service notice fragment

The readable OCR fragment shows scattered terms including names and phrases such as motors and Grey but lacks a coherent event, date, or identifiable entities to summarize a complete news item. The text is insufficient to determine a clear headline or factual summary.

Davis Cup Draw Reveals Expanded Nations Entry

Historical listing shows twenty six nations entered for the Davis Cup with some entries missing or incomplete. The draw includes Philippines versus Pakistan and matches between Netherlands and Norway versus Hungary with several other European and global teams noted for potential second round pairings and advancing winners.

Instyrer Geechoslovakia Ali Philippines Netherlanda Kwesten Norway Hungary Yugoslavia Austria Belgium Australia Conate Watch Montreal. Y

Easter Bonnets Show At Batlor Fair

A fragmentary notice describes Easter bonnets and headwear with mentions of styles. It notes a crowd favorite and a judge or organizer role. Names and places are garbled but suggest a fair or exhibition event with decorative hats and outfits.

No General Crisis At End Of Marshall Plan

London reports indicate no general crisis at the end of the Marshall Plan as Western Europe shows signs of recovery. Officials present a cautious assessment noting improved economic indicators, though challenges remain in several nations and the plan’s framework continues to influence policy decisions.

Time To OF Japan Now ln Time To OF Japan

Fragmented excerpt discusses Allied occupation of Japan, mentioning New York and vague references to U S policy. The garbled text hints at postwar occupation debates and public opinion but lacks coherent facts or named individuals to confirm a clear event or outcome.

Japan

East German West Berlin amid spy drama and arrests

A fragmentary report from Berlin notes East and West Berlin figures tangled in a political drama. Several ministers and officials are reportedly detained or threatened, with charges of espionage mentioned and multiple arrests across the government.

Beriin Drinors Ravi Foneto West Berlin Tay Chitias Democrat Union Dr ‘Kinuseh Baxony Brits Biohwonl Minlatwefa Berin Kkinlach Menen Leonassl Fiohnee Mt Pine Panier Pent Tew Cusmus

German Fishermen Bombed by Plane Near Heligoland

A German fishing boat was machine gunned by a four engine bomber near Heligoland on Monday. No one aboard was hurt and no vessels were damaged, according to British and American air reports.

Heligoland

New England New State Convention Plans Regional Development

A garbled report outlines a New England movement aiming to obtain federal funds for rural development, road and port projects, health and conservation, and urban improvement. It mentions an annual conference, local government support, and a referendum to be held by the state government.

Devalepanett Conailern Naw England Eacet

African glider breaks altitude record at 23,000 feet

In Johannarburg a glider rose to 23 000 feet surpassing the prior record by 100 feet. The craft reportedly climbed through turbulent air as the pilot struggled with equipment issues and a towline mishap. An earlier attempt reached 2 000 feet before failing.

Johannarburg Fleer Ken Helmade Jehecny Leach

Catholic Action Group Shapes Film Rulings

A Catholic Centre faction, centered on Catholic Action, forms a jury to judge films for moral suitability. The group, composed of regional members, asserts it will assess content within a church state framework and ban works deemed inappropriate.

Rom Ingrid Berg Catholic Centre Catholic Action l Organization Aly

Japan to Establish Consulate Offices in United States

A battered notice claims Japan will set up consulate offices in the United States, with mentions of New York and San Francisco. The report notes General MacArthur’s likely approval of the establishment, though phrasing is garbled.

Japan United States Tre York Low Francisco Hono MacArthur

Rusha extends boycott of U K in crisis

Lake Success reports Rusha prolongs its boycott of the United Navona amid tensions with China’s delegation. The committors vote 10 to 3, signaling ongoing economic and gucliel pressure. International reactions include boycotts by other nations and warnings about global impacts.

Lake Success Weanonday Runsin Yosterday Eycott United Navona Bitter Drukeet China Runsan Lye Chicaren Ceechosiovakia Siso

Posthumous Awards For Victims Of Truculent Rescue

Posthumous honors are awarded to victims of a deadly incident as Albert Medals recognize extraordinary bravery. The text recalls the tragedy aboard a submarine and notes a captain and crew member praised for their actions during a catastrophic event at sea.

China appeals for UN aid to defend Formosa

Nationalist China calls for UN assistance to safeguard Formosa amid fears of a Communist invasion. Officials indicate aid could be supplied, with no Soviet intervention forecast. Sub cabinet discussions address sustaining factories, schools, hospitals and essential buildings under wartime strain. Commonwealth notified of available facilities and risk to output.

China Formore Teving Talmg BOSE Assam Tealin Fedor Cabinet Commonwealth

Free entry to U S for Sister Kenny Washington

Fragmentary text appears to discuss free entry to the United States for Sister Kenny, with mentions of Washington and immigration context. The readable portions are incoherent and include garbled names and dates, making precise facts unavailable.

U.S Sister Kenny Washington Weedneniay Ving Dent Lau United States Kenny Anto Alster

Australia Gains More Medals at Empire Games

Australian team adds to its Empire Games tally with praise for divers and track athletes. J. Bourke and Murph lead diving wins, while Helen Gre replaces Lyons in supremacy over the 220 yards breaststroke. Australia’s push continues as records and medals roll in.

Australia Spimming Murphy J. McCaan J. Bourke Nore Cansds Meadard Darjorie McQuade Joan Harrie Sock Afriva Nurtom Jawimuning Cox Joy Devices Saaily Ape Pation Tyeadly Murph Norton Aast Daviess Anat Hawktea Remayn Vine Sharpe Aciea Australie Tarren Uae Gin Borin Ieee Turalian Promary Jairoke Helen Gre Gurgen Nancy Lyons Queensland Olympic Ually Mackean Sydney Rana Caild Allelin

Berlin Favours Fire Hoses To Armoured Tanks

West Berlin police want high pressure water pumps to deter crowds amid tensions after a bomb attack reportedly linked to Communist groups. Authorities ordered equipment to guard strategic sites as Allied forces maintain security in the divided city.

Berlin London West Berlin Sypder

Railway ridges criticised by wary public opinion

A damaged OCR fragment reportsrailway ridges criticised amid debate over negligence in maintenance. It mentions Western Pie energy, feind ree or he XMM BA Veale, and references to roads, dams, and county committees, but the text is garbled and unclear of concrete facts or names.

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