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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 01, 1950
Page
4
On what appears to be a collision case a passenger named Hie and a coach are referenced. The fragment mentions a hearing of claim, a bus, and the Federal High Court or related authorities, but the text is garbled and unreadable in key parts.
A fragmented reminiscence from Great Cornard recalls a bellringer who played Three Blind Mice and later Put Another Nickel In at a village church. Councillors balk at secular tones in sacred space while pondering a future carillon and possible emigration of the former ringer.
The Canberra city relief effort seeks urgent funds and cloth donations for flood victims. Meroney of the TEWA and others organize a special packing event at the TCA this afternoon. Donors are encouraged to give money or goods to support the fund and aid distribution.
In a hastily recorded dispute, a meeting decision was read this morning amid financial tension. The company faces questions over open books under ponditions and a claimed sum exceeding 90 000 pounds, with over 16 000 Sally WHER Une reported.
A discussion notes the potential to produce earth moving equipment domestically, citing shortages of local steel and imported components. Industry leaders expect demand to support a new heavy equipment plan with possible plants in Brisbane and Melbourne, assessing imports versus local manufacturing.
A government minister stated a 7 1 4 rise in tea ration payments from 3 8d to 3 3 4d as part of a subsidy change. He said the increase would be passed on to consumers and was aimed at covering distribution and price pressures. The visit by notable scholars to Canberra includes Dr James Grattan and Dr Howard Florey, with a conference planned July 22 to 24 at Parliament House.
A Sydney cabinet reshuffle elevates Clive Evatt to Chief Secretary and Minister for Co‑Operative Societies, with Gordon Kelly moving to Transport and a broad reallocation of senior posts. The changes aim to coordinate housing, transport, and disaster response amid flood damage and national mobilization efforts.
Relatives arrange funerals for ten of twenty six Baymaster crash victims. A mass burial is planned at Karrekatta Cemetery on Monday. Edger W. Forwood of Wenley Boash, Australia, survivor, spent a night in the hospital after the tragedy.
More than 500 people attended a memorial service at St Anes Grew's Cathedral Sydney to-day for the 28 victims of Monday night's disaster at Yor. The Dean of Byaney Dr Bar and the Bishop of Riv avin Reverend Teev C Murray and the Dean of Newenatle Very Rev Norman Blow led the service.
Paris reports that France will not abandon Indo China and will assist in the region. Minister of Overseas France Jean le Tourneat indicated continued support. Details on the inter-state conference in Paris were not fully disclosed.
Repertory continues strong with Mallore a School for View at Cantera Theatre last night. Tom Lowe delivered a standout performance as Amolphe with an easy mastery that contrasted with minor players. The production mixed comedy and noble sentiment as actors struggled to sustain pacing in some scenes.
A federal plan proposes government funded milk for all under a nationwide health scheme. The program would be implemented by states with the Commonwealth bearing total costs and aims to supply milk to an estimated 7.09 million recipients. Part of the plan covers public institutions and nurseries with administration handled by the central and state departments.
The Navy minister announced promotions in the Royal Australian Navy. Commander to captain Nell Alexander MacKinnon becomes Director of Intelligence at the Navy Office Methanline. Lt Commander to Commander includes Benjohn Habertsch and Kenneth Wehlenale among others.
Fragmented OCR text hints at public action and opposition to a scheme involving funding, a tractor, and media influence. Mentions Mr Casey, Nima wap, and Sunny, with unclear context about overseas schemes, drought prevention, and a TV reference. Details are incomplete and speculative.
A fragmented report notes Canberra bricks are scarce for Queanbeyan building, with Mr Seidfert’s concerns about material delays. Water issues and possible delays in home construction are mentioned, along with limited brick availability within a wide radius.
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