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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 21, 1949
Page
3
Melbourne reports a bold break in a city bank strong room with robbers escaping after entering the Bank of New South Wales branch. About 6400 were stolen in cash and jewellery while bookmakers usually leave winnings in the room. police and witnesses describe a careful, improvised crime scene and ongoing inquiries.
Sydney dispatch reports Premier McGirr announces states will confer on petrol rationing if needed after a five hour cabinet meeting discussing rationing. McGirr signals willingness to cooperate with states while not indicating timing or details of a national plan.
A special committee in London reports on Britain's future population, proposing planned parenthood and contraception guidance as a national health service duty. It warns of uncertain future migration effects, aging population, and pressures on resources while urging state clinics to offer family planning advice.
Advertisements seek part time tutors in various subjects, domestic workers, and helpers in Canberra. Listings include positions in home care, dining room service, rentals, and errands with contact details and brief job notes. Mixed notices from hiring agencies and individuals.
A catastrophic flood in the Fehilham Valley swept through a Turkish city in the Central Anatolian Plain killing hundreds and destroying homes and utilities. The city of 160000 faced a total disaster as a bulge wall of water rushed down the valley, washing away neighborhoods and severing infrastructure. Also noted is a separate Australian capital matrimonial notice concerning a divorce petition filed in Canberra with instructions to respond by a specified date.
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