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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 20, 1950
Page
4
A garbled report cites Calwell discussing postwar plans with references to Australians, the United Nations, and Allied forces. It mentions party alignments and calls for unity, with emphasis on timely actions and national demands.
British Secretary for Commonwealth Relations urged joint Commonwealth ceremonies to showcase unity. He stressed meeting in person to strengthen ties among members and demonstrate cooperation to the world.
Newcastle reports the BHP strike ending this afternoon as drivers vote to resume work. The stoppage caused 25,000 in obits and left 2,900 men idle, with union and company managers noting the disruption was unwelcome and terms were agreed to return to work once reductions are settled.
The report lists temperatures, wind, and conditions for regions including TABLELANDS and FORE ART. It notes a maximum of 51.4 and 46.2 for two stations, winds generally calm to northwest, and a forecast of moderate warmth with occasional breezes. Specific station readings include 5 pm and 9 am values with daily changes and forecasts.
Bertrand Russell’s Canberra lecture urges Australia to back development and education to curb poverty in Asia and Malaya. He warns against Russian imperialism and calls for anti Communist measures while promoting prosperity as a path to world peace.
The vice regent and Mrs McKelka arrived in Melbourne with Major G. O. Ore and a guard to attend the Lord Mayor’s reception at the Town Hall. The party was met by a mentor and Governor General and was escorted through Motbour Town Hill.
A group led by Vice-Chancellor Sir Philip Morris visits Canberra to attend the University of Canberra events. Delegates from England India Pakistan and South Africa join discussions on university development. The program includes meetings at Canberra University College and tours of national institutions.
Dr Pod Une Cathallo Gadal warns readers not to be misled by the Australian Council. The piece claims the council fosters a unity party linked to Communists, aiming to undermine opponents and push Soviet tactics in the West. It notes mass Communist arrests in Berlin and references a unity party slate at upcoming elections.
The talk by Bertrand Russell at the Institute of International Affairs drew 100 attendees in Sydney. He warned that world peace hinges on Asian cooperation with the West and argued for cultural contact while cautioning against Soviet influence and imperial pressures from Britain, France, and the Dutch.
Widespread floods in Sydney and surrounding districts cause massive damage. reports estimate up to 18 000 sheep drowned and substantial agricultural losses across Dubber and Wellington areas. Fire from a methylated spirits bottle at a Wellington farm sparked the blaze, compounding the disaster. Local officials describe conditions as unpredictable and mounting costs as authorities assess the extent of the damage.
Fragmentary text describes a misfired venture titled Miss Australia and a branch facing internal strain. It mentions Moore and Claude, clothing, a storeroom incident, and two customers involved in a shop event. The readable pieces hint at conflict during a recruitment or pageant context tied to a Moss Australia project.
The article describes a large logging trailer causing a detour for ten miles from Nelligen as the road cannot handle two way traffic. Expect long delays for at least two days while the trailer is moved. A longer detour via Araluen to Canberra and Bateman's Bay is planned for traffic. A new Clyde River bridge at Batemans Bay is described with 48 foot spans and 76 foot vertical clearance. construction timing was not specified.
Fragmented OCR text discusses industry taxes and potential annual costs of 219 million and 16 million pounds, mentioning chartered manufacturers and workers. It hints at impacts on Australia and costs like royalties and premiums, but details are unclear due to garbled source.
Government measures against inflation dominate discussion as analysts predict widespread price increases. Economists from University of Sydney warn that the inflation outlook remains uncertain while industry leaders anticipate higher costs and cautious spending.
The General Court announced a new basic wage in the ACT, rising to 8 shillings weekly and applying from the start of the current pay period. The move, effective November 1, 2080, marks an increase from prior levels and reflects the ongoing wage policy changes.
Commonwealth statistician Dr. Ro Wilaong reports a 10 per cent rise in living costs in capital cities while 2 0 per cent in others during the second quarter. The index tracks food housing rents clothing and fuel but excludes potatoes and vegetables. Melbourne leads with sharp increases in food and fuel, while Canberra also posts notable price gains.
The acting prime minister Mr Fadden states that the rate of price inflation was not higher than last year. He cites that devaluation and the almond work contribute to economic pressure but argues that the overall rise remains moderate. He discusses government plans to import needed materials to ease inflation and urges Australian resolve to boost production.
A fragmentary notice discusses Australian earth moving and mining equipment including tractors and excavators, noting import considerations and government awareness. It references a minister and possible future opportunities in Dublin, with remarks attributed to L. Withall and others.
Security officials report unclear outcomes from meetings on lifting a ban affecting ships and wartime action. A.J. Stone and others expect a vote on executive leadership while Communist and union factions push for different approaches amid protests and regional port meetings.
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