10 Feb 1950
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Feb 10, 1950
Page
1
A London press summary expresses skepticism about Menzies proposed de rationing policy and argues Australia seeks votes while Britain bears the broader Commonwealth cost. The piece cites potential new expenditure and questions strategic timing as rationing ends remain disputed.
The debate centers on petrol rationing as officials consider restoring normal supply. Menken admits the reaction to rationing changed mood and urges careful timing. Government aims to return normality but faces questions over patrol redress and extra measures while committees review the dollar position.
A garbled report discusses empire progress and Britain's future. Mentions Australia Britain and the Commonwealth, migration and political questions. References to leaders and events hint at imperial policy and global relations in a retrospective wartime or postwar context.
The report notes the Commonwealth’s move to end petrol rationing with about 716 officers dismissed from service. It details remaining costs, job shifts, and the swift return of workers to civilian roles, while noting questions about the broader economic impact and ongoing fuel supply considerations.
Reports from service stations indicate petrol buying returned to normal or slightly below normal in Sydney as rationing rules ease. Public reaction is calm with motorists pleased at abundant stocks and steady supplies despite earlier panic buying fears.
Two men with a garbage can robbed an Arizona bank of 116 250 dollars in Phoenix. They overpowered the watchman and forced employee James Wise to open vaults. The robbers fled in a car after binding and docking staff.
Dean Acheson said the United States must develop areas of strength to deter breaches of world peace by the Soviet Union. He argued four years of effort are needed and negotiations alone cannot secure peace, citing Russia as rigid and unreconcilable but capable of adjusting to facts. The remarks emphasized broader strategic aims beyond diplomacy.
Fragmented report from London notes Churchill showing reluctance toward new leadership amid party doubts. Quote reflects ambition claimed to have been achieved and fear for the nation's state as he weighs future direction.
Berlin dispatch reports Moscow lifted most transport restrictions but allowed only a limited number of trucks to operate. The reduced ban permits a small flow of goods, with authorities citing tight controls and ongoing negotiations.
A British note outlines a plan to reduce dollar dependence by shifting to sterling for key oil sector transactions. It calls for non dollar areas to pay in equivalent sterling to buy equipment and stores, with a stated aim to curb dollar drainage and ease trade imbalances.
An agreement between Japan and Britain outlines quotas for goods including Malaya and Sarawak imports. The document mentions Singapore and Bahrain terms, with a large portion of the quota allocated to importers in Singapore. The text notes values around 4000 and 5000 units, with November timelines and anticipated ship routes.
The trial of George Kelly 30 labourer ends with a death sentence after a lengthy jury process. He faced 89 days in the dock and refused to hand over the takings at a local firm. A second man Beatie of Liverpool is charged with related offenses.
Dutch dredgers set sail for Melbourne under the New Brighter Company contract. The fleet aims to dredge the harbour and await convoy arrival before proceeding. Operational plans cover the next three weeks with the vessel tied to Avatratin based builders.
Fiat Muth Company plans a car assembly plant in Australia as part of a shift to expand production abroad. The negotiations aim to establish operations that could boost daily output from 3H to roughly double, with government and industry backing anticipated.
Fragmented OCR outlines a dispute over abolishing appeals and Privy Council references amid legislative change in Africa. Confused text hints at opposition and calls for reconsideration, with mentions of parliament, counsels, and abolition themes.
San Francisco reports a Neptune bomber completed a 5,060 mile non-stop flight of 25 hours and 57 minutes. The aircraft, capable of carrying an atomic bomb, set a new record for planes taking off from an aircraft carrier.
The report describes a 230 million refinery plan to strengthen England's refinery capacity and reinforce naval power. It mentions the Truculent Turtle flight of 13,208 miles from Berth to Tea and notes Urey’s atomic research. Authorities discuss hydrogen weaponry and potential effects on the Medway and Britain’s refining output.
In Buenos Aires Frank Firton, a 43 year old Englishman, was released after an arrest on unclear charges. Officials gave no details, but his mother and a telegram exchange suggest a prior understanding about the event. The telegrams contained congratulations and a note about a baby.
A joint Canadian and American effort tightens security on atomic secrets. Wing Commander Nanny Arnold oversees safe-keeping at Harwell Barking, with memo pads and blotting papers burned daily. A large War Department guard block surrounds the Lake area as authorities decide how much atomic info may be released. The Russian atomic detonator Jat Beprewmher features on the agenda.
Tokyo reports that the sterling oil export to Japan reached 1,080,000 barrels by September 7. One third includes steaming content while two thirds will be shipped from Bornes in the Persian Gulf.
Reports from Moscow indicate progress in stalled Chinese negotiations with key aides to Shinar and Lie Ruslan, amid high-level diplomatic engagement. Officials expect a broad agreement outline and formal announcements soon, with possible measures and timelines under discussion.
Marjorie Jackson equalled the world record with 24.3 seconds to claim the fastest woman sprinter title in Auckland. Australian athletes dominated events including 220 yards hurdles and shot put, with Kay Weinberg and Feiet Gardner winning heats and Ben Oliver taking the rope jump event. national teams prepared for upcoming meetings in August.
The government plans legislation to require a public referendum before any Australian industry can be nationalised in future. The bill aims to amend the Constitution to allow such a referendum, with a parliamentary path outlined and opposition concerns noted. Debates include taxation amendments and measures tied to external affairs and production control.
Japanese consulates announce an Arctic exhibition route from Alaska to New York with a diplomatic immunity note for military personnel. Hubert Wilkines and aide travel to Albany to promote the exhibit, aiming to open in June.
An aviation incident near Whitehorpe involved a Dakota aircraft during a night event. Rescuers parachuted into the area and recovered one survivor amid a search for a missing manager figure on January 26.
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