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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 26, 1950
Page
2
Major General Gaulloghaly chairs the international committee assessing European immigrant records amid repatriation efforts. Officials claim 100 percent screening to identify and remove unwanted entrants while emphasizing national security and orderly processing.
Sir Arthur Rucker, director general of J C, told a convention Australia may sponsor a killed homeless European workers under a plan to wind up the International Refugee Organisation by June 30. He projected 187000 displaced outside camps by mid June with a hard core of about 26000 needing permanent care and about 99000 remaining ready for repatriation with home nation help.
A muddled court transcript shows a church minister allegedly aware of a casket related scheme. Witnesses trade names like Burke and Alcorn as investigators seek who provided key information and the timing of the event. The commission adjourned to resume tomorrow morning.
A four year old boy named Kevin Hackett riding on a hydraulic trolley at Parliament House, operated by his father, slipped forward and his thumbs were torn by the machinery while attempting to protect himself. The incident occurred on Tuesday and involved the boy losing the tops of both thumbs.
The Best Priddeat of the RAL reports a plan to lease land in Nad Hin District to a soldier unable to secure land under the land settlement scheme. The veteran would move to Sydney to devote time to the League affair.
Wemenday Pration recovered jewellery believed stolen from a plant after Mrs. Max Laven tet of Vaucluse Road rang police. Officers found the items 20 feet under a house, including two diamond bracelets two strings of pearls and other pieces. Mrs. Lavenger plans to store the valuables in a bank vault.
Canberra arts group hosts afternoon tea with High Commissioner for Ceylon Mr Martensa and Mian Mar enae. They view water colour impressions of sacient Ceylon cities and 17th to 18th century paintings. Reproductions noted for decorative form and color.
At the annual conference ex naval men decide to seek a government grant of £10000 to form a federation for ex servicemen and other organisations. They will appoint a deputation to approach the Prime Minister and propose a national Navy Day in late November with uniform celebrations across Australia.
A girl identified as Mergeant Jardine was remanded for a week at Wee Lunacy Court for medical observation after allegedly swallowing unopened safety pins. The case notes indicate prior treatment at Sydney Hospital and reference a gift for lawallowing the ping, with uncertain details in the fragmented OCR.
The excerpt praises the Charmonan powder in five shades Rachel Dark Rachel Naturelle Peche Sun Tan noting the clever French designers crafted tones to suit diverse complexions. It highlights the range and adaptability of the cosmetic product without details on usage or branding beyond the named shades.
A vintage ad praises Charmosan face powder for long-lasting sing on scent and claims it keeps skin smooth and white. It targets well groomed hands and calls the product a vital home necessity for comfort and ease.
At Peers Point Park Union picnic sickened after meal as health officials collect samples from attendees. Several people treated, others sent home as the department orders a full investigation into the incident.
A Monier Tile Co employee was knocked from Cotter Road near the Wentridge turnoff by a second truck driven by Robert Row. No serious damage was caused and no one was injured.
Sydney reports indicate government steps by the Commonwealth to secure vital supplies as wartime shortages mount. Officials aim to halt nonessential imports and ration scarce commodities, with last rail stockpiles reportedly exhausted.
In Sydney Wadnemlay the Jamatta Appeals Court reversed a conviction for exposure, overturning a 19 month gaol term. Hortert Jon Blapp, 49, of Merrylands, formerly jailed on related charges, was granted freedom on a 50 pound surety bond with a warning that repeat offenses would meet no mercy.
Ubant's Enclisa wins the Hobart Cup at Robart in 2.39 4-5 for the mile and a half, leading from start to finish and shaving a second off last year's record set by The Artist. English defeats Carneova by eight lengths with Tarcombe also prominent.
The will of Mrs Mary Morrows in Clearwater Florida directs a $50,000 trust to benefit her bulldog Dustry. The funds are to be used to maintain the dog during its lifetime and end upon its death.
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