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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 18, 1950
Page
4
Sandra and Anne reported the birth of a daughter at Canberra Community Hospital to Mary and Milton.
An official from the Department of Works and Housing described a new WEW type oil burn kiln at Canberra brickworks. The unit will match the size of four kilns and allow clay pipes lin es and other items to be mass produced with automated brick transfer through a tunnel system. Existing kilns may be taken out of operation while the project proceeds with international orders already placed and site preparation underway near the current kiln.
The migrant opera company from Bathurst Immigration Ion and Training Centre plans Tosca in Canberra when Parliament resumes. It will tour New South Wales country centres. ministerial approval may delay the visit. A 50 person cast crew and staff, including migrants, made all costumes wigs and scenery.
Weather report from the Meteorological Station at Fairbairn covers 24 hours to 9 am with cool to mild conditions and light rain likely on the northern boundary. North easterly to northerly winds, fog areas, and a fine outlook for most regions with a cool to mild day. Capital city temps list Canberra Sydney Melbourne Adelaide Perth with max and min readings.
The edition repeats a ceremonial message about resistance and aid. It emphasizes good deeds and collective effort for progress. Readers are invited to reflect on civic duty and assist those in need as part of the publication’s tone.
A Korea era analysis discusses censorship tensions between General MacArthur and the press. It argues for a limited restraint to protect military security while preserving press freedom and warns against weaponizing censorship or slanting reports.
Doctors report the influenza outbreak is easing after a peak a week ago. Warmer weather and growing immunity reduce cases across offices and schools while patients rise at Canberra Community Hospital. Doctors urge rest at home and avoiding drafts to prevent spread.
Delegates at the National Council of Women discuss delays in erecting homes for the aged after Interior Minister McBride indicated the project is not urgent. Mrs Ellis says the council awaits Twilight Homes Committee action and will support it. The emergency housekeeper scheme grows with two full time and three assistants. new arrivals include two from England and one from the South Coast.
Proceeds from the Y W C A flood relief appeal will be forwarded to the Sydney Morning Herald Fund with donations acknowledged in The Canberra Times. The record shows receipts including 500 pounds from the Estate of J A Southwell and a 405 106 amount received July 17 in ACT Rural Lewess.
The Commonwealth Department of Works and Housing will order 2000 more prefabricated houses to meet housing needs amid the National Service scheme rollout. Minister Casey said production should speed up as the Australian building industry cannot meet demand, with funds exceeding 10 million pounds. Items like wiring and stoves will be sourced domestically to avoid hindering private building.
Bertrand Russell, 78, famed philosopher and mathematician, arrived in Canberra by plane from Brisbane and will lecture at Albert Hall tomorrow night. Last night he attended a Canberra Institute of International Affairs reception hosted by the Canberra branch. The guest of honour was welcomed by Acting Prime Minister Fadden and introduced to prominent locals. Russell, educated at Trinity College Cambridge, has taught at various institutions and written many works. His Australian lecture tour has drawn large crowds and strong interest.
The Vice-Chancellor of Cambridge University Rev C E Raven D D Master of Christ's College and chaplain to the King visits Canberra en route to a New Zealand conference to be guest speaker at the Anglican Men's dinner at Gloucester.
The Canberra Chamber of Commerce pressed for footpath repairs noting holes along established routes. The council reported little change in Canberra’s coke quota while rail services were deemed adequate for perishables. Officials considered adding Civic Centre clocks near bus stops to ease public clock shortages and visitor annoyance.
Sydney reflects on champions Mon George Cook and Key Cameron securing the world professional double sculls championship. Readers note mixed coverage of local markets with calls for cheaper fruit and vegetables during glut harvests and home garden production.
Sydney reports a conflict between Minister for Labour and Industry Finnan and Liberal state president Mr. Lyle Moore over alleged illegal votes in Darlinghurst. Finnan denies the insinuations, welcomes inquiry, while the Electoral Commissioner considers action if needed and the Liberal Party contemplates a Court of Disputed Returns review.
An official analysis indicates Australia, South Africa and New Zealand will boost aggregate wool output by 45 million pounds next season while global apparel wool supplies drop 12 percent from the prior year. Factors include depleted wartime American wool stocks and carry overs sold off, signaling tighter availability but strong market positioning for trade.
The Commerce Department reports U S wool stocks at 197 74 million pounds on May 1, down from 265 052 million a year earlier. World raw wool trade is about 2 4 billion dollars versus nearly 3 0 billion in 1844 as consumer nations rush to meet demand.
A verse play A Phoenix Too Frequent by Christopher Fry has been chosen by the Canberra Repertory Society for the British Drama League Festival in Sydney with A Borzell John Rowland Pat Smith and Joanne Sinclair in all the roles. The play is in rehearsal and will preview August 3 as part of a one act program. Also featured are Happy Journey by Thornton Wilder for the Goulburn Aria Festival and The Mask by Harwood and Jesse produced by B R Phippard. The School for Wives arena run ends July 23 followed by Dangerous Corner staged by Pat Quinn replacing Keith Webb due to illness.
Acting Prime Minister Fadden said sedition prosecutions would be pursued where evidence allowed. Attorney General Spicer planned to gather corroborative proof against waterside leaders for alleged seditious references to Australia’s Korea role and attempts to block arms shipments.
Federal Attorney-General Senator Spicer told 250 Sydney University Liberal Club members that recent Australis events justify the anti Communist legislation. He argued unions could influence who receives Australian military supplies and noted the onus of proof would lie with the government if a declaration is challenged.
In Los Negros three officers Takamoto Miyskawa Fukaya face murder charges for killings at Bougainville in December 1943 and a separate murder of three Australian sailors at Maika in August 1943. Defense objected to jurisdiction while prosecution alleged executions at open graves with beheadings.
A Sydney bankruptcy hearing reveals Standard Car Ltd sales manager Eric David Wood reports last month’s car sales fell 40 percent as the market becomes saturated. Wood, 55, of Balgowlah, says gross earnings reached £1800 and he cannot raise payments to creditors beyond £12 monthly. His estate was sequestrated June 9, 1849, on Public Trustees of Victoria petition amid a broader financial collapse.
The State Government proposes an amendment to the Constitution Act to require a referendum if Parliament exceeds three years. The cabinet approved the plan though it lacks provisions for referenda before constitutional change. The act currently limits Parliament to three years and allows prorogation or dissolution by the Governor.
Australian seamen meet in ports today to decide whether to back or oppose a union decision to transport war materials to Korea. Industrial observers expect most ports to refuse endorsement. The Sydney meeting will also consider ousting the union’s Federal Secretary Mr Elliott under rules for dissatisfaction.
The ACT branch of the Federated Liquor and Allied Trades led by Mr A Mc Veigh said hotel managers will be asked to provide recreation rooms for staff. He claimed a sword was provided for this amenity but not observed in certain establishments in the ACT. Stop-work meetings may follow Saturday morning unless arrangements are made.
The Council set dates for state and Australian championships. Australian titles start January 15 in Sydney with the Linton and Wilson cups, running January 15 to 19 and major events January 19 to 30. Queensland hosts October 30 to November 4, NSW November 16 to 25, with an interstate match against Victoria November 10 to 13. Victorian events run into December and Australian titles extend from December 22 onward.
Plater argues for zoning to spread talent across clubs and a paid League coach to raise standards in Canberra. He criticizes current administration, urges clubs to recruit younger leadership, and calls for reforms to revive National Rules in the ACT.
On advice of the Public Service Board the State Cabinet refused McCallum’s claim for an annuity under the superannuation law. It offered a one off payment of £843 16 10 for accrued recreation leave. Annuity decision to be referred to the State Superannuation Board. McCallum resigned as lecturer at Balmain Teachers College to contest the Senate as Liberal candidate. He would ordinarily receive £420 pension or about £1,200 in refunded contributions.
Police alleged at Liverpe Court today that a motorist failed to stop after a crash killing Keith Reynolds aged 8 and injuring Barry Thurles aged 10. The suspect, Aldridge, 22, a fitter, faces manslaughter driving under the influence and causing serious harm and is remanded on August 8.
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