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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 30, 1950
Page
2
Memorial service held for sailors lost when the Beilish sibenaring Truculent sank in the Thames near Sheeley Street. The gathering honored crew members of the tragic voyage with brief speeches and a moment of silence.
A Italian rider and his pillion, Mra M Egoraw of Mulwsia Hostal, were thrown to the ground. Saverio suffered lacerations and a fractured arm. he left hospital after treatment. Mrs Egorew endured an injured ankle and shock, and was discharged home. Police noted the accident near the site of a former fatality of Mr J J Lott.
Weather data from Lanier shows wind variable at 0 to 6 mph with NE to ENE gusts. Barometer around 29.43 inches, temperature near 68 degrees at evening, showers expected in eastern bays and coast.
A historical note discusses Australia Day on January 26 and proposes moving celebrations to a national festival period. It argues Australians abroad and new settlers should share in a properly observed day, emphasizing national pride and renewal rather than calendar contention.
Fragmentary OCR notes show names and phrases including Andrew Cee and Mas Parezan, with unclear context. The readable parts suggest a royal or official register mention but lack of full sentences prevents precise action or outcome. Further, complete text is needed to form a coherent news item with clear subjects and events.
Newcastle reports that the threatened strike by South ty ore deputies has been called off after a meeting with coal owners and Mines Department officials. A decision was reached to resume negotiations and a conference near Weeds was set to discuss the dispute. The Joint Board accepted deputy claims as the basis for resuming talks.
NSW rider Altea wins the Victorian time trial as Hinton leads a late surge. Report notes a 3-3 result near Pinetree Wend and an average speed around 64.8 mph amid a crowded field of motorists and officials.
A scrambled report from Canberra district racing notes price changes and forthcoming meetings. Mentions Grey Friday officials, jockeys, and anticipated events at Riverina and Cooma Diggers Race Club with plans for a local recall and innovation initiatives amid unsettled negotiations.
Fragmented OCR text references IRE CONTROL, Tina Awupt, W. G. Henderson, and property details. Mentions 7,000 sheep and 20 cattle with low estimates, two packets, and a forest area described as rough rugged and wooded. Contains garbled names and phrases, with unclear dates or locations.
The strike by Pall Gompeny employees enters its third week as talks stall over rationing and government action. Company notices warn of production disruption at several plants and trunks as carriers may be pressed into service. The Trades Mall Si putan Committee considers whether union members will return to work and what equipment will be deployed.
Sydney reports the eighth fatality from the Tarakan explosion. D Graydon, Bur Asioun Goskeworker, died at Sydney Hospital and will be buried at South Head on Tuesday. A service at St Andrew's will be held this afternoon attended by the Governor General Tate and other officials.
Melbourne Sunday report shows Communist officials pressing for influence over labour councils during the national Labour Party conference. Speakers contend organized factions try to override constitutional authority and regulations of the trade union movement, denouncing alleged thugs and ex-criminal elements seen as interfering with legitimate union business.
In a bustling arena, notable Carbera athletes impressed after Rene w opened the event. Perk, Byaney, and Bator delivered strong performances with arsonisjaton noted in results. Powers Paradb won the championship with a 38 WNP score, while Maxt tt secured third place in the yard dash.
A Canberra Summer School papers survey Australia s natural resources for preservation and development to boost production for a larger population. The notes warn erosion devastates vast areas especially north central and eastern regions. Experts cite timber import demands, overcutting, and the risk to construction needs if standards fail to improve.
Dr. Eells and colleagues warn that earlier assumptions on water storage and hydro power outputs are outdated. They argue a comprehensive Australian survey of hydro resources, subdivision of large sites, and new federal state local links are needed to align resource use with storage and power needs, aiming for efficient interlinked development.
Sydney dispatch reports Agriculture Attaché warns Australia to study U S experiences with dam and hydroelectric schemes to curb siltation. Experts say measures like the One Enowy Mountains plan could be tested in a few years, with concerns about river impacts and oyster beds.
The article discusses postwar Australian farming strategy focusing on expanding production, credit access, and planning. It highlights the rabbit problem and its economic drain, estimates losses in livestock and crops, and notes regional challenges in northern Australia. It references Crawford and the Commonwealth Bureau of Agriculture and outlines implications for Britain and national food import needs.
A government report on boxing urged a specialized five member authority to regulate fighters, with mandatory medical history cards and exams, while opponents argued promoters know the sport best. Some proposed licensing gyms, but critics warned overrigid testing could hamper boxing at gyms and stadiums.
A search failed to locate an abandoned lighter about 0 miles north of Premantie. The vessel was being towed north for inspection but strong seas hindered the effort. A tug involved found only a few oil drums at the site where the lighter had been anchored.
A brief dispatch states no villages were destroyed by the recent earthquake in the Persian Gulf region. The report notes limited damage and emphasizes relief teams assessing scattered impacts and repairing infrastructure.
New Member of Parliament Mr D J Curt wins the Watson seat for New Labour. Formerly a boilermaker by trade, he is active in union matters and serves as Justice of the Peace and president of local ALP branches. He holds positions in regional party groups and local football clubs.
A partially readable passage mentions a person tied to the Liberal Party and a military career. It references education at a parish school, stations at Timon and Lord Mountimiter’s HQ, and associations with places including Reyce Grove and New Guinea. It notes a later discharge and marriage during service.
Mr P J Clarey New Labuue member Tor Ben uo and Mir Petey J Clarey born Bulenadale Victoria 1801. A longtime ALI figure for 39 years and staunch unionist, he moved through Clerks Union 1010 and served as secretary to the Vite Joriwa branch of the Statewide Padern nian. He held many public roles including executive of the AGT from 1943, council member of Melbourne Tacksiee Caltex, and university council member from 1894 to 10. A collector of books and curios, his life spanned labor leadership, arbitration and public service.
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