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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 05, 1949
Page
2
The NAW branch of the CPHA protests that government acts enable appointments like Mr. Alyco's amid alleged abuses by Commonwealth governments. The Acting Leader cites funds and labor for Sir Atyeo's services and questions the value and cost of the recent appointment amid parliamentary scrutiny.
A man has been charged with murdering Cyrus Mason Willian, a plumber at Bege on Chiat met Day. He was remanded at Bege Court to-day until the inquest. Police allege the perpetrator is linked to the case. Mary Campbell of 7 Inrgordon Street appeared in court. No ball was granted.
Australia accelerates diplomacy cadet recruitment as the diplomatic service expands through the decade. The need for skilled personnel grows with global relations, but early appointments risk perceptions of irregular favoring and secretive processes. Careful selection is urged to avoid compromising future diplomacy.
A Sydney protest group denounces land sales charges as unfair and unlawful. The session records Mr HL Maguire, a barrister, arguing the regulations limit rights and threaten property owners. Debates center on permits, residency rules, and the impact on buyers including Earley of Beesley Park.
A critical letter to a magazine accuses the Civil Air Committee of mismanagement and disorganized demonstrations. The piece cites technical evidence, references weather conditions, and notes rainfall totals for the Southern ands region over a 24 hour span ending yesterday.
Tooling through limited readable text, the Supreme Court declines review related to the International Military Tribunal. The fragment references 25 Japanese individuals and wartime trials, with unclear dates and names, but indicates a denial of authority questions and related legal action.
SYDNEY Tuesday report shows over 1,000 ex soldiers settled in New South Wales with total expenditure exceeding £8,010.201 and more than 5,080 established on the land. Parliament approved repurposing lands and advances to soldiers for equipment and plant under Commonwealth schemes, with £1,780,006 lent for such purposes.
State Cabinet meets in Sydney to discuss immediate actions after returns for Premier. The meeting is expected to approve an 18 percent price increase in metropolitan areas and consider appointments to the Milk Board Commission for Font, New State Coal Board chair, and other positions.
Defence officials emphasize research as key to policy during discussions at the Melbourne conference. The Australian government seeks UK and New Zealand views before appointing a representative to full deliberations, while no decision on racial discrimination or university-related sanctions was reached.
Nurses Association secretary Le Mart says nurses will meet in Sydney tonight to consider protesting the National Health Services Act provisions. He notes the act would put the Director of Public Health in charge of nurse training and health centres, with no Australian postgraduate radiating courses available locally, costing about 64,000 pounds overseas. Ministers indicate action decisions will be made tomorrow night.
Orange Tuesday Fawor Couroy 44 labourer from Trundie to holiday in Orange. He faced a criminal charge after a drunken incident at the wax. In court the Magistrate ordered a bond with surety for one month. Sourey’s fee was lodged at BUFR Dao for a month.
Olympic athletes Lioya Ie Betts and Wel Seni Prenciata depart by air for a Weeks Tour of AL, Welle, and New Zealand. Weather delays hold up Herb Mctlerney and others en route to Sydney for Australian Athletics Championships.
At Central Court today five youths including Altrwt Lear and Kencers Wi faced 28 charges for breaking and entering. Police noted the offence began on December 15 with linked activities involving Abey lets the army.
Unclear railway service cuts in New South Wales spark fears of coal shortages as miners threaten stoppages. Officials discuss potential targeted disruptions and calls for minimal impact, with dates mentioned for possible action in January and December.
A garbled OCR fragment lists numerous historical and literary items, places, and figures. It references legends such as the Seven Sleepers, Pilgrim's Progress, and the Dome of the Rock, alongside assorted places like London districts and world regions. It reads as a dense, disjointed catalog rather than a coherent article.
Sydney F Hamilton, 18, of Allen Street Glebe, was brought from Battle Street after a mistaken intake of liquid soap he believed to be wine. He was rushed to Prince Alfred Hospital, treated for poisoning, and later discharged.
The report notes lower margins for softgoods from tomorrow across states as prices face calls for uniformity in decisions. Officials discuss impact on retailers, with mentions of the Traders Association and government comments on price levels and policy alignment.
In a high scoring Melbourne Cricket Ground contest Victoria defeated South Australia for a commanding win. Morris led with a blistering century, supported by Burke and others as Queensland’s bowling struggled to contain the onslaught.
The report notes a Toros win with a series of quick runs and steady innings led by key players from Mageetha and Wyetoria. Strong mentions of Marsh and Biockpeie OL Wyetoria highlight standout performances as the team sets a brisk pace.
Recalled names and past rivals surface during Country Week tennis events. Notable matches feature veteran players like Peer, Matthews, Hartwig, and Kremer, with several women’s drew and several close scorelines. Strong entries from Albury Newcastle and Satchs young players are noted, highlighting a blend of nostalgia and new talent across singles and doubles.
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