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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 25, 1950

Page

4

Australian Premier Mourns Late Mr Mackensie King

A telegram from Australia expresses condolences on the death of W. L. Mackensie King. It notes his distinguished service as former Prime Minister of Canada and references his role within the British Commonwealth as Australia acknowledges the loss and extends sympathies to Canada and King's family.

Prine Mater Adden Peere Tay Canada Mir Binckenmas Australie Cea Tia Backensic

Australia and United States seek stronger Korea era alliance

The article discusses ARMED cooperation between Australia and the United States in Korea, praising joint efforts to combat communism and urging stronger Australian military support and UN backing. It critiques government transparency and questions Labour policy while highlighting calls for greater Allied base rights and volunteer mobilization.

United States Australien Congress Australia Pravent Gewor Ois Demptine Anaireie United Nations Torres Cxiwen Korea Afr Calweli Evatt Xiao Yosra Kivali UNO MichaRrésmanita

Farewell to J A Carrodus in Canberra ceremony

Public servants gathered yesterday in Canberra to bid farewell to J A Carrodus former secretary and longtime public service official. Speakers praised his service from the Interior Department through the creation of the Department of the Interior and later as Director of Civil Defence and exhorted continuation of public spirit.

Marechan Rynhing Ciel Deere A. Gaetodun CIE Canberra Carrodus Dyperticent Interior Tok Iunin Weotll AB Department of Carmdun Land Teibike Bo Carrodar

Disastrous Floods Sweep Towns Across North West

Sydmey reports widespread flooding as Maitland backwaters inundate homes. In north western New South Wales hundreds evacuate as rivers threaten record floods. Macquarie, Castlereagh, and Macintyre rivers rise with towns like Moree and Walgett ordered to higher ground. Rescue crews coordinate with army and police as thousands flee rising waters. some roads cut, trains halted, and supplies disrupted.

Sydmey Hunter Maitland M.S.W Stole Lackian Walgett Marwan Tver Meni Barger Mure Macintyre

Y W C A Names New National President Amid Meeting

Murky OCR yields a chaotic note about YWCA election of a national president Avinilor at Canberra near Mascday with board selections and mentions of cycling groups and observers. Names and places are fragmented, but the item records a leadership meeting and upcoming appointments for the association.

Avinilor Canberra

Weather Summary for Canberra and Surroundings

Weather reading from Canberra shows a mild, variable day with light to moderate winds. Overnight low around 24 degrees, daytime high near 34. Rain chances are low. temperatures near average for early spring locally with scattered cloud cover. Reports from meteorologists indicate similar conditions across Cooma Kiandira and Adamineton regions.

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Vice-Chancellors Conference Held at Australian National University

A readable fragment reports the Vice-Chancellors Conference at the Australian National University with attendees including Vice-Chancellor representatives and officials. The Governor General received delegates at Parliament House in Canberra yesterday afternoon.

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Mr. Chifley Plans Three State Visit Tour

Mr Chifley will visit three states, traveling to Brisbane and Port Arthur. He plans meetings with unions and leaders in each city. The schedule places talks in late August with conferences in each state during the week.

Mr. Chifley States P. ‘Aja

Mechanical Exhibition Promotes Victorian Industry

A damaged OCR fragment describes a fair held in Boltonum in Desober for mechanical types and electrical apparatus. The event aims to stimulate Victorian industry and commerce, featuring various models and demonstrations. exact dates and participants are unclear due to the garbled source.

Victorias Desober Victorien

Four Music Professors in Robert Masters Quartet

Four music professors form the Robert Masters Quartet with members Masters Yoliint Nene Jamieron Muriel Tey Kinloch Anderson and Panone. The group rehearses at the Royal Academy of Music and Trinity College and plans a concert at Dartington. The quartet emphasizes classical works and draws from varied careers in music education and performance.

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Himalayan radio quest to appear at Canberra concert

Readable fragments describe a Canberra event for Harm musicians and a September appearance by a Himalayan radio quest. Sponsorship by Albert Mall Vacuum Company is noted with aims to publicize the performance. Canberra Male Singers and local groups are listed as participants with tentative venue details.

Hinate Quest Canberra Albert Mall Vacuum of Company Uinta Tino Sk. Pasil's Ome Maruca Tunnday

Monthly birth registrations soar in Canberra region

Trusty Hoapiia unity notes a historic rise in births with 470 registered in the past month, up from 300 a year earlier. All babies born in Canberra, though up to 10 percent may be in Queanbeyan, marking the highest monthly total and birth rate yet. Concerns are raised about hospital crowding and shortened stays as obstetric wards face limits.

Canberra Queanbeyan Biritia Wien

U S Air Force Crash Claims Many Lives

A tangled and partial OCR excerpt reports a U S Air Force crash near New York during maneuvers. The readable fragments reference a crew and losses, but the text is severely garbled and lacks concrete details such as date or location.

U.S. Air Force

Flood Event Causes Water Rush Through Old Gully

The report details a severe flood as rainstorms cause water to surge down a gully near a factory site. Workers including Hopotllon and R Hewstl witness the water rising twelve inches, with debris and mud flows damaging infrastructure. The floodged area overran a wall and threatened operations for months.

Hopotllon Renray Managr R. Hewstl Willson

German Army Expands Air Arm Amid War Efforts

In a wartime report, German forces allegedly expand their air arm as the People’s Army, with a claimed 170,000 personnel, accuses others of illegal armament. Details include infantry weapons, tanks, and naval metals, with references to Russian shipments and international reactions. The fragmentary text cites unnamed officials and a controversial publication, implying broader mobilization and supply concerns.

BML Mainsy Ter Bute von Dew Paper Eant Ceevaun

Rescues By Boat Amid Flood Waters

A police constable rowed a boat to rescue 26 people including women and children stranded by rising floodwaters. The night patrol at the police station was hindered as water surrounded the area and efforts continued to bring all to safety.

Bribbank Monay Gah Urea

CHECK ON ART UNION TICKETS AREue era Moan MOMMY

Fragmented text references art unions and ticket sales with unclear details. Mentions Sydney and public action, but specifics on events, dates, or outcomes are obscured by garbled OCR. Readable items highlight auctions or distributions and possible government mentions without coherent context.

ART Union Chico Berretery Sydney Francisca Evatt BCP Doith Belurcay

Twenty-Ave migrants welcomed at Gunborsm reception

An arrival week in Gunborsm saw twenty five migrants welcomed at a community function arranged by the Welcoming Committee at the ACT ranch of the Good Neight Bone Cannell. Reverend A. Ncugreay delivered a morals address and the committee presented a short program. The welcome was extended near the settlement as the newcomers were urged to settle in.

Gunborsm Finn

Fractured account of stern liners fate near London

A scrambled OCR item from a London Manchester service describes a freighter Ren Anfonio sinking after collision with a steamer. The report mentions a frantic rescue and a death toll amid unclear details and mangled names.

England Making Fight of Test

England faces a challenging Test as India fights back in a tense opening. Uncertain ball by ball details show Washbrook partnership struggles and early signatures of pressure from Nottingham.

England London Ont Divg Nottlegnam Washbrook Nile Hun Mit Wan Ofa Wash Pende Bumpann N Fundvigg

Eve Of Marriage Murder Trial In Fremantle suburb

Perth court heard details of a murder case involving a fiancé and a widow. Thomas, arrested after a restaurant incident, faced seven weeks in remand before trials. Witnesses from New South Wales will testify, with police arranging transport to the Sydney station for further evidence.

Perth Mendey Arman Waa Uthia Mineriage Maurdering Thomas Thorne Park Withennen Hye Jack Sydney Daeive

Arrived and greeted and dies by Sydney crowd scene

A fragmented report describes a crowd recognition moment as a woman identified as Mrs. Anna Ehrer is observed among bystanders near Bank when a ceremony or arrival occurs. The text recounts a hurried departure and a cleaner’s action in the scene with witnesses noting reactions.

Bydney Mipstiay

Plan For Future Of Coal Industry Leaders Talk

A meeting led by the new chairman of the Joint Coal Board, Mr. F Dechrua, and the Miners Federation will discuss the industry’s path ahead. Topics include cost, cooperation plans, and introducing a continuous miner from America capable of handling up to 400 tons of coal, powered by external electricity.

Aydrey Ad & Frank Mingre Pat Cochran Abe Comifieldy Miners” Federation Central Nia Coal Board America Sin Tong Weusha Lona Te Move Steels

Japanese War Criminals Mentioned At Trial In Sydney

An article fragment describes alleged Japanese war criminals discussed in Sydney with references to executions and revenge. It mentions Major Hadatechi Sakamoto and others linked to executions and atrocities. The text shifts to a public loan drive in Sydney with strong advance subscriptions for the Tenth Security Loan and mentions Commonwealth Government officials.

Nworge Utfe Hadatechi Sakamoto Vike Army Kemp Bongeinvide Chet Ancenae Sepport Steaity Sydney C. Babtolé Waldo Aayer Battaid Traywee

Canberra Homes Valuation for The Miniatee and Purchases

Fragmentary OCR text discusses Canberra homes valuation and financing concerns related to McBride and Simard, mentioning purchases, duties, and officials. The readable content is garbled and lacks clear events or dates, hindering a precise summary of actions or outcomes.

Houses Before Hotels and Bodies Before Books Debate

A July debate in Parliament addresses housing and hospital needs, urging action to replace substandard accommodations with proper medical facilities. Sir Colin MacKinnie's Institute and the National University project are discussed as pivotal in reform, highlighting chronic care and nursing mother housing concerns.

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