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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 02, 1951

Page

4

Commonwealth tenders seek fresh salad supply to Canberra boarding houses

Multiple government departments announce tender offers for supply and delivery of fresh salad to Commonwealth boarding establishments in Canberra for the period May to December 1983. Details available from Assistant Secretary Accommodation and Wausing. Closing times vary, with deliveries and installation bids across Works and Housing and Commerce departments. Institutions and suppliers listed in notices include Australian National University and local Canberra sites.

Tumday Authoune Ivor Atabliaimenta Canberra Airach

Relief for Our Children Promotes Metric Reform

A discussion compares English coinage and measurement systems with metric reform considered by the United Kingdom and Australia. The report urges gradual adoption over twenty years, outlining required changes in weights, measures, maps, and industry costs to relieve future generations and simplify commerce.

Australia Britain United States Canada Dutta United Kingdom Board of Trade United Blakes Viswaliae

Minister To Take Action After Maltese Melee

A report from SAELBOURNE states the Minister for Immigration Mire Hott plans action after a disturbance at Bolteen pronaln ak Noth Wharf. The minister met with Commissioner Mann and expressed concern over crowd disorder and possible curtailment of movement. Further steps to ensure safety and order were discussed.

Saelbourne Britey Mire Hott Bolteen Pronaln Ak Noth Mann Holt Moltwan Herhour Custone

Ancient customs at military funerals headline

An article notes evolving rites at military funerals, including the reversal of boots and use of vehicles. It cites remarks attributed to Army officials about customs observed for late leaders and the influence of naval practices, with references to Army regulations and ceremonial elements tied to rank and honor.

Bydney Bir Thoma Blamey

Weather forecast and temperatures from historic report

Barometer readings, wind calm, and temperatures given with a forecast. The meteorologist notes fair conditions for the next two to three days with warming trend and milder day temperatures. Regional forecast calls for cold start with frosts, gradual warming, and light northwest winds. Capital city figures for Canberra Brisbane Melbourne Adelaide shown.

A.m Sti Oba Puns Ewlin Pana Canakrra Rta Fairbairn Comuinida Tanda Avena Canberre Frisbane Melbourne Adbiaee

Overseas Scholars for Jubilee visit Canberra schedule

A list of distinguished overseas scholars announced for Canberra Jubilee events. Prof MacKintosh, deputy minister in Canada 1945, will arrive June 18 and travel through Australian cities before Canberra August 19. Lady Mellanby and Prof Montrane head to July engagements, with sessions of the Jubilee to run mid August to late September. Tr. Conant, president of Bryant University 1938, will visit Sydney July 14 and Canberra July 23 for a week.

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Court Upheld Action Against Insurance Co in High Court

The High Court today upheld an action against a life insurance company under the Insurance Act. The Commissioner was restrained from acting and an inspector was to investigate. The insurer argued the act was invalid for a full court appeal, but the court rejected the challenge and ordered compliance.

Melhourne Ssammning Hoe Ausociatad Jane Inaurance Hociaty Pty. Ltd Bydnwy Haut Ulacasped Tun Metiwrmsn Life Insurance Hartnens

Defence talks in London with five dominions set to meet

The Ministry of Defence announced that Defence Ministers from Britain Australia New Zealand South Africa and Southern Rhodesia will meet in London next month. The conference opens on June 21 and will cover defence problems in regions of common concern including the Middle East plus equipment and training. Canada will be represented by an observer.

London Ministry of Defence Britain Australia New Zealand South Africa Southern Rhodesia Middle East Canada

Mr McBride To Lead Delegation At Defence Ministers Meet

Mr McBride will head the Australian delegation to the Conference of Defence Ministers to be held in June 21 at Kondan, led by Defence Minister Me Mensien. The group includes key officials Sir Frederick Rhedien, Lt Gen Nowell, Brig H G Rourke, Group Captain Murdoch, Col HM L Mongan, and W A Fisher.

Yonneag Urien

Australian Views on Peace Treaty

Australian officials in London will present to the British government their local view on the Japanese peace treaty. Morrison will learn Australia’s stance before talks with Secretary of State John Foster Dulles. The discussions center on Formosa representation and the Sino American treaty draft.

London Herbert Morrison Australia John Foster Pailes Morrison Formosa China

Senate Poll Declared Sparks Lively Debate in Belge Street

The Senate poll declaration sparked a lively exchange as electoral officer Mr Evans announced results around 50 people gathered on Belge Street in City. Liberal and Labour figures clashed over double abolition and government actions, listing results: Booner Lib, Asmey Labour, Rel HEPs, Armstrong Lanurl, McCallum Lib, bit Labour, Tule bit, Grant Labour, Metuflen Lib, Army our Labour.

Bydney Senate Ith Evans Belge Street City Pary Benatar Spooner Mr. Evans WH. Booner Asmey Labor Armatrong Lanurl A. McCallum Aen Bit Labour J. Tule M- Grant Alm Metuflen

Cycle Victim In Serious Condition

Brian Lott of Furnimax Street Porrent described as critical after a motorcycle crash. He was admitted to hospital on Pictureday night. hospital spokesman says condition remains serious and unstable.

Brian Lott Furnimax Street Porrent Vita Beepital Sydney Eau Wa Victoria AMI L toysSartery Thampmon Shenelder Che Dowd Pany Metropolitan Diilysimum Busi Cnmmit Morsay Woking UC Lorca Uni Ugar

Food Shortages Hit Butter Prices in Australia

Fragments show widespread butter shortages and rising prices across states including New South Wales Victoria and Queensland. Officials warn of reduced supplies as panic buying drains stocks with producers unions and government considering price and rationing actions.

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Sharp rise in butter likely says price and probes

In a garbled report from Robie it is suggested butter prices may surge. Mentions NSA and Prime Minister Pinna with statements on potential immediate prosecutions if complaints arise. The text implies a seasonal norm but hints at rising costs and inquiries.

BMG Almont Robie Muthyrity Neon Yumoura Eoin NSA Pinna Groncra

Sugar Growers Seek Increase in Delivery Price

The Queensland Sugar Board proposes raising the delivery price per ton for cane at the EFL plant amid industry calls for support. Secretary Muir confirmed discussions with the Cane Growers Council, saying approvals are being pursued by the government and the matter will be decided early next week.

Brisbane Quewnaland Sugar Board Anis Cane Groweya Council Tyreeting

Potato Board to Sue Minister Over Marketing Board Action

Hobart Friday report says the Leamatan Poteto Marketing Board will sue the Minister via a court action in Braineroy and Hay restraining the New Marketing Commissioner. Mr Barna and Mr Wragg state the move aims to resolve the dispute within a month while asking Vinneanon’s plant matter and De anale issues to be clarified.

Hobart Leamantin Poteto Marketing Board Byaneyort Hay Comminatoner My. Bana Tammanint Pattatnen Abe Hand Wragg Vinneanon's Barwicks

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