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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 25, 1950
Page
5
The report outlines ACT comparatives with MER rates rising and a 36 point increase for the same period in THE. It lists programs including Kooscultire gardening and machining arts with related fees and annual exam expectations, noting refunds and student concentration effects across several technical subjects.
Australian official comments on night football feasibility at Canberra events. Canberra delegate Mr. Donnelly cited experiences in Brisbane and Saraval to argue for warmer climate suitability, while noting lighting and tent arrangements at Manuke Oval pose costs and planning challenges for the carnival.
A bulletin based on the Commonwealth statistician Dr Roland Winn reports May output near prewar highs across several goods. Bricks and tiles show strong totals, cement roofs rise, and cigarette and tobacco output reach their peak, with cement roof production at about 4 196 008 units and cigarette and tobacco at 280 000 pounds.
Justice Dunphy ruled on an election application from Irenworkera Association in Melbourne. The case concerns conduct in the petition process and the applicant’s nomination status, with emphasis on alleged irregularities and disqualifications affecting the forthcoming election.
Melbourne reports detail a five west Queensland cattle development plan announced by Federal and Queensland governments. Minister Casey returned from an aerial survey of leg roadways and a cease in the southwest was proposed to protect cattle fattening areas.
NSW won 139 to 53 over Canberra at the Australian National Football Carnival. Whatman, Barry hurt, and Wilson starred for NSW with multiple goals, while Canberra faced a rough ground and defensive pressure. References to goal scorers include Grose, Larin, Carroll, and Malone for NSW.
A fragmented report notes fines issued during a weekend shearing event. It mentions Arthur Campbell and Mrs Campbell, prize money and a first prize of £100, with winners including a 10-year-old and a Mr. Campbell claiming positive luck from the event. The piece preserves sparse quotes and references a radio program alerting listeners to the prizes.
A jumble of early 20th century notices seeks staff and services. Listings include secretarial and typing positions for the Australian National Government, hotel and hospitality roles, nursing and private care, accommodation requests, and shop or agency ads. Names, places, and contact cues appear with scattered details and dates.
Probate court hears draft will of late Michael Dann of Kennington. The document, dated December 1 1048, plans four equal shares comprising capital and income for dependants. It designates a black and white caparisoned horse to be ridden by a needy jockey and a £35 payment to the jockey, with details yet unsettled.
Prices for cattle and sheep rose in softer trade with sales at uneven premiums. Rates advanced to higher bids in parts of the market, with quality noted as fair to good and several consignments showing firm demand for better lots.
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