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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 19, 1949

Page

2

miners strike actions stir public opinion in arbitration debate

The article discusses growing concerns over how miners are treated by authorities and the public, amid union militancy and calls for government control. It notes Commonwealth actions to curb strike financing, the arbitration principle, and potential reforms as the Coal Industry Board prepared to rule. Public sympathy fluctuates with the prolonged dispute and economic impact.

Mxarciens Caormuniats Monista Anne Arewancoe New South Wales Unite Maine Svoitini Coal Industry Board Sherinra Commonwealth Partica Mineral Federation Wang Hey

Rugby Union Daylight Training and Weekend Matches

Daylight rugby training continues as teams prepare for Saturdays matches at University ground. Fortuity, Northern Suburbs, and other sides face referees Mr Hutcheon and Mr J HO Markey in 49 minute halves, with semifinals leading to a final. International moves include Lek accepted to Australia and Canberra events noted. A separate tragedy near Alexandria reports a four story building collapse killing women and children.

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Weather report fragment for Rouen and surrounding area

Fragmentary meteorological bulletin covering Rouen and region. Notes cloudy day with variable wind shifts from NW to NNW up to 29 mm and gusts. maximum temperatures and wind speeds mentioned with uncertain timing and several garbled data points.

Caruerra Sfonaay Tazameyrac Rouen Acreen Pam

Fire at Mental Laundry in Kew Asylum Damages Estimated £400000

A blaze swept through the Kew Mental Asylum laundry causing extensive damage estimated at £400000. Investigators focus on how the fire started and whether fault or accident contributed to the blaze that affected patients and surrounding facilities.

Pointe Goutbirn Jepan An Huncendore Kinda Adaminaby Kew Ballyng

Stevedoring Board Moves to Function Immediately

A political shift in the Amatealian stevedoring sector sees the Minister for Shipping announce the immediate functioning of a new Stevedoring Board. The Commonwealth administration asserts the Waterside Workers Federation remains dormant while the board, led by Kirby as chair of the amending commission, assumes powers to regulate sea labor.

Naurans Unfairly Treated By Administration BUABANE

A damaged OCR fragment reports alleged abuse of Naurans by authorities. It mentions Rev Robinet, London Missionary Society ties, rehabilitation claims, and accusations at a United Nations council meeting. It cites famine conditions, British Phosphate Commission exploitation, and criticism of administration for failing to aid.

Adtminiats Robinet Rotorlun Club Ula London Missionacy Ciety United Nations Trusteranip Council British Phosphate Commission

ALP Candidates for Advisory Council Election

Five members of the Australian Labour Party seek seats on the Advisory Council in September. The party will field three candidates. Ian Pulleam is named for the Annapital Guard section.

ACT Ranch Australian Labore Party Preachoe Ulan Ehadee & Tea Advisory Council Take Lo Conte Ballery Labore Party Ian Pulleam Annapital Guard

Transport Strike Tension Rises as Union Presses Workers

Monday reports indicate renewed pressure over a dock strike linked to the Transport and General Workers Union. Protesters gathered near Caladian Sea and Trafalgar Square while union leaders urged all workers to stay away from work as talks with the government stalled.

Lantena Faye Emily” Ruck Canada Nine Transport and General Workers Union Alt Caladian Sea K. Thomas Uammities

Governments Avoid Coal Talks Amid Regional Disputes

The article reports that governments will not participate in proposed coal talks. The talks, initiated by a union and the Prime Minister, aim to reconcile regional tensions and set a framework for a nationwide conference. The ACU president is expected to back the plan and pressure for a recovery of work at several sites. The NRW strike and industry delays affect Queensland, Victoria, Western Australia, and Youth Australia.

Ste Log ACU Charny Cotta NRW Ax Mainern Queensland Victoria Western Austraia Youth Australia

Progress Committee Influence Across City Rallies and Invasion Claims

An unclear historical clipping claims the Progress Committee infiltrated country towns before a shearing event, repudiating a Provo Committee as resolutions passed by a narrow margin. The memo cites Moscow instructions to the Central committee and mentions figures like Lars Hae and My Wilson in a convoluted supply of names and directives.

Corenhiat Party Prvetenn Lars Hae Hydney Awa Mocs Retwry Wilson Penverel Moscow Progress Committee Eanth

Vocal recital in Herman features refined restraint and subtle color

A frail account of a recital in Herman where Rudalf Benoe and Werner Mary lead a program including "The Tandman" and "Fespen My nonaur" with open road mood and Rachmaninoff pieces. The performance balances controlled dynamics, varied attack, and careful accompaniment to showcase refined vocalism and musical nuance.

Lemor Rudalf Benoea Lae Albert Mall Bingine Herman Tralian Prete Bougtiak Nhl Athuns Laney Werner Mary Cently Tile Apie Rachmaninot Wyxnere Colonie

Vacant A C T Jobs Retained for Local Employees

Officials from the Department of Works and Interior report retained vacant ACT positions for local workers as a measure amid material shortages. Contractors bring in additional labor to the territory while private firms hire immigrants and residents for carpentry and related tasks, with government supervision of housing and site accommodation.

Department of Works and Holding Department of the Interior Department of Works Oasly Venterda Faye Shone Iorena Ste Taal Iltalde Joba Isle Sutalde Nak Tanger Roy

Red Air Force Observers Debate New Types and Improvements

Observers praised the Red Air Force for remarkable speeds of aircraft but disputed exact counts of new types and improvements. The report notes pilots such as Lt. Col. Anakiin were involved, with Prивda claiming details on actions and safety measures amid wartime secrecy.

Brown Not Included in Davis Cup

London reports Brown not in Davis Cup plans as G Brewn wins three Basen championships events in Bat Harday amid heat. He defeats Wo Choy af Ching 4 83 in men’s alates. Daily Telegram notes federation confusion and Ing drerwein team on look. Wimbledon outcome sees Bromwich Beaman rival claims, while Brown stays away.

London Mommy G._Brewn Bat Harday Wo Choy Af Ching Tregrapn Auocration Association Ing Drerwein Sladdad Bromwich Beaman Ell Brown

Thieves Miss £190 In Safe In Remote Plaza

Murky robbery report details thieves taking £50 from a local shop at an unnamed corner, using improvised tools to force a steel safe. Police note a £100 was ignored and a bike at the shop’s front remained involved in the scene.

Melbourne man charged with concealing birth on Monday

A Melbourne case reports a middle aged woman charged with concealing the birth of a newborn child. A local auditor was detained by police as the investigation continued, with authorities promising further action.

Melbourne Bale

Melbourne to Receive Overseas Coal Shipment

A recent shipment of overseas coal is due for Melbourne next Monday. The Victorian Government has arranged the purchase and delivery to the port, with the vessel expected to arrive in the near term.

Melbourne

New orders sought to freeze Communist Party funds

Arbitration Court hears bid to freeze and recover money withdrawn from bank accounts on June 29 linked to Communist Party finances. Proceedings detail cheques, alleged improper withdrawals, and efforts to protect court payments while authorities investigate criminal implications.

Communist Party Sydney B. J. Hooks Commonwealthy

Man fatally shot at Miranda in domestic tragedy

A 38 or 39 year old man was fatally shot at Miranda while with his wife and seven year old daughter. Police responded to reports of a shooting near a yard and transported him to St Secrer's Hospital where he died. Investigators called it a homicide.

Byoney Sumday Tig Tamara Miranda Kleew Maad Erekindt Eala Rurhedd Secrer's

Victoria to unload Indian coal in Victoria incident

A garbled report claims officials in Victoria discuss unloading Indian coal amid Union Labour involvement. The Premier referenced delaying or unloading actions, with unclear details about times, places, and participants. The text drifts into unrelated aviation and weather mentions, making precise facts hard to extract.

Elected as Hon Rotaryan Rotarian Honored at Canberra Club

The Canberra Rotary Club conferred an honorary rotarian title on Mr Martenve, with Acting President Dunbar presenting the ceremonial charge. Marten spoke of support from Re and Australia’s government, correcting misstatements about Benain and praising unity among Sinhalese Tamil Malays Burghers and Buреe. Far-reaching economic notes touched on rubber and cultivation.

Canberra Benain Mattensx Wien Martonke Gary Trumpnt Aone Anid Hotee Ehlene House of Representeven Ehom Ini Sata

Unions Win Permission On Funded Union Powers

A court ruling discussed unions using Fundy funds for lawful purposes. Justice Faster indicated the matter to the Registrar of the Court and noted scrutiny on consent for drawing from union pay, superannuation, and supplementary work funds. The decision centers on whether funds may be drawn for stated union administration needs.

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Royal Melbourne Show Inquiries Open Until July 30

The Royal Agricultural Society announced today that general entries for the Royal Melbourne Show, running from September 22, will close on July 30. Many Welsh entrants have accepted invitations, and a show judge from Wagga will preside with the panel led by Mr. Irr Wagga.

Melourne Moniay Royal Agricultural Hocioty Eine Wagga Juige Cowie

Callide Open Cut Mine to Resume Operations

A garbled report indicates the Callide Open Cut Mine is set to resume work after a pause. Mentions a mine site near Callide, with references to operators Thies Bimatner and Queenaland Pty Ltd, and the Callide Open-cut Colliery.

Callide Aribhank Mandiy Cale Hinenpem Sett Minday Mel Tan Ten Anvenseita Blively Callie Quemont Calliary Thies Bimatner Queenaland Cale Lide

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