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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 22, 1950
Page
4
Canberra report notes ACT milk price rises to six pence per pint starting Friday after a Centreline statement. Officials cite higher distribution costs and population growth driving imports from MonVale and other centres, with retailers facing higher costs despite a lower ACT price than surrounding areas.
Disorderly testimony surfaced as Shaichi Nonska sought to alter a sworn statement incriminating Nishimura. The proceedings touched on the murder case tied to Nowak and Nishi and referenced orders from Chief of State Colonel tal. Witnesses described executions and cremations, with Nishimura noting previous loyalties and questions about disobedience as prosecutors pressed for clarity.
A report notes Djakaria Ma dispatching a mission to North Guinea for talks on Indonesia and clarify Wet sew. Minister Arnold stonents mentions the United Nations and questions broader recognition, with potential implications for a future embassy plan and funding amid ongoing diplomatic moves.
A radio program titled Howse of Mapromen is announced to air from 13 fm to 7.80 pm, featuring night and monster themes. The item notes scheduling details and indicates a promissory broadcast window for the segment.
In an Australia debate the endowment plan is challenged as biased toward a second child, not benefiting the first. The discussion notes that mothers gain nothing for the first child yet face rising costs for clothing, schooling, and education, risking broader social decline without widening higher education access.
Two European artists, Hecca Buon mghn and Zoltan Teas nr, are slated for a July 3 Albert Hall appearance in an Australian stage show. The event, arranged by AGT Dewich, promises a live performance with noted conductors Toscanini and Eugene Ormandy linked to touring plans spanning Vienna, Berlin, and Australia, amid migration to Cape Berra and related venues.
Weather report from Canberra and surrounding districts noting barometer readings around 30.387 inches in the morning and 30.097 inches in the afternoon with various temperature and rainfall indications. Forecast calls for overcast skies, light easterly winds, and possible rain in the near 48 hours. regional rainfall tables list dozens of stations with varying totals. slight cooling early and mild overall with developing cloud cover.
A critical view of parliamentary conduct condemns vulgar abuse and attempts to wound reputations. It argues for firmer punishment of errant members to protect Parliament’s reputation and restore public trust during fraught debate days.
The governor general W. J Mabel attended a meeting of the federal executive council at Government House. Also present were the governor of New South Wales Sir John Northeast and lieutenant general Sir Rexcellancy the governor of Tramania. The admiral Air Muir Ainney and Carey Briabane were noted attendees.
Bille to provide for the collection and wool maintenance and valuable point-joint penalisation marketing plan passed all stages in the House of Representatives without opposition yesterday.
A scrambled report notes egg price rises in Britain linked to Australian imports and global trade tensions. Experts warn the higher costs may affect consumers and farmers while market analysts cite currency shifts and shipping delays.
The Interior Minister McBide states government owned houses in the ACT might be sold. He argues tenants could not buy at reasonable prices if the government sells. Dr Nott questions plan and potential tenantry liabilities, while the Attorney General comment is pending final guidance.
A Canberra milk dispute reports that after a vendor change the Dairy Society plans cash on daily delivery, replacing fortnightly accounts. The milk union previously offered prompt fortnightly rendering but now faces calls for token payments and reduced prices due to higher overheads. Consumer action in Turner ACT June 27.
A government warning notes abnormally heavy loading in the inter state grid and predicts planned power interruptions during winter to balance supply. Outages are slated on Tuesdays and alternate Wednesdays across Forrest Kingston Acton City Turner and adjoining suburbs with times from early morning to late evening. Weather in Sydney will influence scheduling.
Indonesia seeks extradition of Wenterling after a preliminary hearing at SOAPOWE. The appearance included a white attire and a brief adjournment to prepare further reasons for the application. Proceedings were adjourned to allow additional submissions and to address premotion issues.
A late 1940s expose cites physicists including Bethe and Lawrence discussing hydrogen bomb risks and the 1940s race. The piece alleges Bethe warned about Soviet access after discussing bomb details with Linus Pauling era figures, amid calls in Congress to curb nuclear research.
A local incident reports a girl plunging from a height of 130 feet near Stamina Avenue in What appears to be a fatal accident. Authorities and witnesses provided limited details as investigators began scene assessment and collected basic information.
Sydney reports Maitland faces a third flood in seven days as Hunter River banks overflow. Council workers and volunteers rush bagging operations to reinforce levees while residents await further warnings. Nearly 3,000 homeless and trains halted by floodwaters strain relief efforts. Authorities issue updated flood warnings for the Hunter Valley.
Sydney's Cup totals climb with messy figures for the year as weather records, dates, and names blur. The piece references a 6284 inch total, a 1600 unit mark, and long red card periods, but the text is garbled leaving many entities unclear.
A rock avalanche at Boarborough East Hill near the Bowery Chest causes boulder debris to crash onto the valley path. Emergency crews report ongoing instability as further slides threaten a main route along the mountain, with authorities warning of possible major landslides.
The Netherlands wants to retain sovereignty over Western New Guinea beyond 1990. Minister Johannee Van Maarmeveen told the First Chamber in The Hague that Holland aims to develop New Guinea until its people reach full civilizational, racial, and political maturity. Indonesia’s role remains limited to assist development, with possible future integration only if the population desires.
A cargo ship bound for Paiute and Landon left Lae with eight aboard. Captain Peter Campbell, 33, and five others survived after the vessel grounded near Lae. Norwegian master aided survivors as authorities opened investigations into the wreck and licensing questions.
Government policy eyed securing dollars to prevent delays in vital national projects due to scarce materials. Treasurer M. Faden warned of short supply and import limits while Labour discussions considered taxation and budget measures. Debates noted delays, proposed committees, and a review of currency and payment arrangements amid ongoing negotiations.
In 1948 a significant reduction in the wartime dollar gap is noted with figures showing 6.2 billion the Mevaluations of last but none factor Ulf not hevir been Eke primey.
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