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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 07, 1949
Page
1
The report details a Supreme Court ruling affirming the coal strike act. Justices and advocates debated constitutional power across sections on labor and union regulation, with references to the Amalgamated and federal authority. The decision discusses parliament’s ability to enact compulsory measures within power grants.
Czech Prime Minister Mr. Zápotický said the government will permit the Church to operate while asserting the church hierarchy cannot oppose the will of the people. The remarks came amid Catholic Movement tensions and government support for policy.
Sydney reports a union secretary jailed for contempt amid a money dispute over 4 500 drawn from a bank in June. Chief Judge Kelly demanded an explanation of the funds and ordered a hearing while unions faced penalties for noncompliance and potential further charges.
The Minene Rent i telegratt 19 Mr Chimgy ta might and es Dr vwit demanding the robes of Hing. The Miner Federation Iron Works Association and Waterside Workers' Federation plan a united stance as talks progress. A decision on further action is expected tomorrow.
Police say Seednachi Shumayirma chairman of the state Railway Corporation was murdered. A body found under a suburban railway bridge is believed to be his, and officials said his car was located outside the city at dawn yesterday. Investigators questioned provincial police and urged restraint as they examined a possible murder suicide scenario amid mounting tension.
Hungarian Justice Minister announced that a death penalty imposed by a Hungarian court on May 13 was commuted to life imprisonment.
Batavia report describes Sukarno's return to the Republican capital Jogja with a large crowd lining the route. The former leader spoke from his residence praising the continued struggle of the Indonesian people and the nation’s political aim after years in exile.
Sir S Cripps reports a sharp fall in gold dollar reserves as of June 30 and March 31, noting the government has no plan to devalue the currency. He describes disrupted payments and the need to restore confidence amid a devaluing environment.
A tentative one year wage and trade accord involving Poland, Czechoslovakia, and rival Western states was reportedly mulled in Moscow. Officials warn the agreement could influence Western economies and wage structures amid Cold War pressures.
A labour caucus calls for miners to return to work and stand with the federal government during the current crisis. The Premier and government refuse voluntary labour and insist on backing the state in the dispute over mine operations and damages.
Princess Margaret boarded an aircraft in London for the King's Cup air race. The flight over Birmingham occurred on July 30. De Havilland Miles Whitney Straight plane to be piloted by Group Captain Peter Townsend, a wartime ace.
British naval chiefs pledge protection for merchant ships in Chinese waters amid tensions. Admiral Patrick Lind announces deterrence stance and highlights fleet readiness to deter aggression and secure routes, noting air cover and colonially stationed forces support the plan.
Fragmented report describes controversy over streptomycin as a cure for tuberculosis with unclear quotes. Mentions Dr Geoffrey and patient conditions, noting worsening health in a confusing chronicle of events and opinions.
The report notes Mr Hood (Adatratia) pressing for reforms in administration during a session of the Marin Highle Commission where delegates discussed the international covenant on human rights. He recalls a broad revocation of certain parts of the Covenant and mentions involvement by the Australign authorities and notes on curfew and indigenous rights.
Britain's cabinet approves chancellor's plan to boost free trade and stabilize markets after Japan victory. Officials discuss gold prices, dollar circulation, and measures to strengthen Britain's reserves while monitoring American and European economic shifts.
The Philippines government states no formal approach has been made to Australia on a Pacific Defence Pact. Minister Evatt or Deser? The report notes only a general inquiry from the Australian side and emphasizes no concrete communiqué has occurred.
Larmor weary. Barry Birudahaw posted 72 for a total of 3H at the qualifying stage of the British Open Championship. Behl led the field at Sendwich links, followed by Leeks in second and Johnny Aula of Arica third in the scramble of scores and names from the noisy OCR text.
Reports indicate the coal strike is disrupting New Zealand trade via England and Australia. Supply lines falter for lamp manufacturing and other goods as imports shift and shipments face delays amid labor actions.
Four Chinese spectators died and 87 were wounded when a grenade exploded at a circus in Singapore yesterday. Authorities report one two year old child and two men among the dead and injured as investigators search for a cause.
An Austrian, aged 96 and son of Sigmund Freud, was awarded £50 in damages in London after a misquoted interview. The article notes confusion over the publication and claims the piece distorted a familiar biographical account.
A garbled report notes New Zealand cricketers beating multiple counties including Surrey Lancashire and Middlesex with totals cited such as 328 and 320 while individual scores such as 32 and 012 appear. Mentions captains Ai Hailes and Wallices and bowlers like Langridge. results include declarations and a five wicket haul.
Fragmented OCR text mentions international congress and references to Japan and Germany with unclear dates and details. The readable portions imply a report on tennis or congress activity, but specifics are obscured.
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