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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 16, 1949
Page
4
A Brisbane Industrial Court ruling led tramway workers to halt lines for a day. In a ten day meeting the tramway men resolved to survey the corey storage and maintain normal work unless the court order is varied.
State Cabinet approved a 460000 home for Aboriginal children proposed by the Welfare Board. A site within 49 miles of Sydney was chosen, with about 130 children from three areas to be placed in the institution.
The annual Country Party meeting in Melbourne faced strains as delegates debated alliances with the Tingrat Party and potential cooperation with the Liberal and Country Parties, amid hostile exchanges and criticism directed at Chief President Laschkirt.
Fragmentary weather note from Canberra with rough data on temperature wind directions and conditions. Mentions Western areas, Sydney, time blocks through the evening, and vague figures, rendering a readable forecast uncertain.
Australian cricket legend Sir Don Bradman is honored in a ceremony. The event features remarks by notable figures and marks a milestone in his storied career.
Fragmented report alleges postal voting irregularities in a parliamentary by election. It cites candidates, party figures, and observers arguing postal ballots were exploited to sway results, with quotes indicating concern over process integrity and accessibility for voters.
Labour senators, led by Senator Cooper, accuse doctors of blocking reform and criticise the government for delaying free medicine schemes. The dispute centers on funding and implementation of public medical benefits, with opposition claiming the medical profession resists, jeopardising aid to the poor.
Fragmented text reports confusion over UK defence talks and a possible forged document. Named figures like Mr Caty and Mrs Madden appear in garbled quotes, with mentions of the Prime Minister and the Defence Department. The piece references attendance at talks and alleged findings, but details remain unclear.
In a parliamentary session Mr Pollard spoke on a personal matter, noting tensions over protest language. The Minister for the Arms, addressing interruptions, defended his tone and urged restraint amid the House proceedings.
Reporting on claims of political pressure affecting Prime Minister Chifley’s address to the nation. The document cites interference from government figures and mentions ministers and officials, with references to wartime leadership dynamics and possible propaganda concerns amid ministerial testing of public trust.
A British report cites concerns about communism expansion in Southeast Asia. Special Envoy Lord Listowel notes rising violence in Malaya and pressure from international conferences shaping regional policy. The article details diplomatic efforts, potential interventions, and debates within the British government on how to respond to the Malay crisis and broader communist influence.
Fragmentary OCR notes record a mention of a royal progress and related events across regions. Names and places are incomplete but imply a royal visit or official itinerary with foreign or domestic implications. The text hints at schedules and attendants without clear dates or outcomes.
The Rev. Ro F Aveies, vice warden of Bt Jub Doliine, university of cease land, is named rector. The appointment was announced yesterday by the Bishop of Duonene Lie 7M. Buremant at Bishotharne Hunberts. He will take up duties on Sunday 14 at Canberra and will reside at the University in Burnemalai.
Fragmented text reports a Senate acceptance of a recommendation relating to Liberia diplomacy. Mentions Edward Dudsy as a diplomat and American authorities in Liberia. Unclear dates and names reflect damaged OCR with partial entities and titles.
Prof Copland visit yields Australian talks on official visits and plans. The Australian state and Unley discussions reference a conference with former leaders and local figures, outlining aims and potential collaborations amid wartime era context.
Fragmentary OCR mentions administrative offices for Territory of Mapua and Guines. It references provisional admin locations at Morsay and Mandlem and notes changes after a release in 98 followed by a removal of a new site. The piece is a garbled historical record with unclear dates and entities.
The shipping bill faced a tight division with 32 votes in favor. Opposition protests and questions over government support marked the debate as ministers argued for industry protection while critics warned of reduced liberties.
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