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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 17, 1950
Page
2
Fragmentary report recalls a 'Petrol decision' linked to Wes and Australia with ministers debating February actions. Mention of cable changes and cabinet meeting, limited readable names, no clear outcome or dates.
Sydney dispatch reports Australian troops in Japan under Allied command. General statements praise conduct of Australian units and mention interactions with local civilians and democratic reforms. Officials note women and families of troops affected by deployments and discuss public attitudes.
In New th Wane a report notes polls and a briefing by Mary Bertram, secretary of the Conmittativs Council the Physically Havaicapped, on operations related to a tonsil procedure and related matters.
A Canberra health official urged voluntary community funding to bolster hospital finances. The General of Health spoke on national welfare taxes and hospital needs, noting public contributions from outside the ACT were substantial and that revenue shortfalls must be addressed through private and public support. The board debated ambulance coverage and questioned prior claims about response times.
New Members of Parliament emerge in Canberra amid the Liberal and Labour circles. Broderick Menen Quborne, a legal firm associate, is named as a cubical member and former naval officer with a Distinguished Service Cross. The text notes his service in Narvik and the North Atlantic, then mentions his role at the Australian Institute of Politic and as a council mover for the incorporated law. Senator W. F. Spooner is cited as a familiar candidate on the Liberal–Coalition team, with preexisting appointment as Minister for Social Services and leadership in the Liberal Party’s early formation.
Fragmented OCR notes discuss wartime tea and fat rationing, mentioning Britain and Australia. References to тел rationing, fat allowances, and the sale of cream and fat products appear in a loose dialogue about wartime controls and shortages. The text names individuals and institutions in a disrupted quotation.
A scientist notes a 15 year horizon before atomic power becomes practical for industry. He discusses the progress, positions in chemical engineering, and the need for further experiments before commercial deployment.
A contentious open meeting discusses Canberra Community Hospital funding and the territory’s finances. The Minister questions hospital revenue reliance, while critics argue for broader Commonwealth and state tax integration and clearer future purpose for the hospital within New South Wales and Australian Capital Territory finance.
Faint, garbled notice outlines a local event listing sixteen bathing beauty entries. Details are unclear, with repeated fragments mentioning names and dates but lacking complete facts or context.
Fragmented OCR notes discuss upper house elections, resignations, and a March voting date. Mentions names and committees in a stray, garbled form with unclear details.
A ceremonial arrival outlines ongoing discussions between high officials including the Governor General and the Prime Minister about trade and imperial matters. The gathering, held with senior ministers and a senator, signals continued cooperation within the Commonwealth framework.
garbled historical note mentions Drath in Sydney and a parliamentary steward role. unclear text references a person and positions, with fragmented phrases about la ar or a ministry. no clear events, dates, or outcomes can be determined from the readable fragments.
A fragmented OCR note discusses Australia Britain and America trade and policy. It mentions Frank Newson and a private tour, with references to meat, export balance, and isolation from Britain. The readable text is unclear and interspersed with garbled names and phrases.
New Brazilian minister for the United States of Brasil, Senor de Alencar, wore a battle uniform with gold braid and a white plume as he presented credentials to Governor General 1M. Meneil. Alencar praised Brazil’s delegation to the United Nations Conference and its role in promoting peace and mutual understanding, noting joint support for ideals of mutual respect and peace.
Sydney Miners leaders pull back from coal hearing as ABC celebrity concert series for 1950 is announced. Gallagher and other performers named for event while industry policy questions and production figures draw attention. Northern mines resume work after a day of idle periods. production estimated near 3800 tons in a shift.
A government committee discusses a potential conference over a shell dispute involving the Bhi Oil Cr mn bey. The panel indicates a meeting may occur tomorrow to hash out terms and set a plan for further talks.
Prices ministers to review control on items including petrol copper and tobacco products in Sydney. The review aims to adjust pricing on seeding power yormesne and related goods, with fuel and transmission parts under scrutiny. The move reflects broader efforts to stabilize market costs amid uncertain supply.
Melbourne reports indicate the National Health Scheme will be examined at a meeting with health officials, medical association leaders, and pharmaceutical representatives. The government plans a new look with compulsory elements and enforcement discussions amid broader health reforms.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a 100000th D P event planned next week with mentions of a 750,000 hataplan and various places and disruptions. Indicates cross‑regional moves, displacements, and wartime context, but specifics are unclear due to garbled text.
A Strathaird liner rescued a group of native and European crew members from a capsized vessel near Cocos Island after a long voyage from Fremantle. The survivors included men and women, with authorities inquiring into the incident as a search continued for missing individuals and families awaiting word.
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