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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 01, 1950
Page
2
The Worth Girder branch of the Church of England Ladies organized a fete on Butindag raising over 3200 with stalls books and needlework displays. Rev FW Pyke praised the event as the most successful in the district, aiding the Ladies’ Guild.
In Canberra City bowls action the Swaneton Cup went to Canberra City after a hard fought clash in green conditions. Notable performances came from Northy, McKinagy, and Kegno as Canberra edged Ban torra South by nine shots to seize the title amid strong play from Bravens, O’Keefe, and Law.
An APSE report claims a communist subversive operation in Victoria exposed through impersonation forgery and perjury. It notes authorities warn that similar acts and political agitation undermine law and threaten public support for radical programs. Victims of alleged crimes are cited, with calls for decisive action and parliamentary scrutiny.
A report from Canberra notes progress on a patient in hospital with head injuries after a street incident last week. The individual is expected to be discharged from hospital early next week, with limited ability to resume normal duties for some time.
An Australian male observer states that acting gh Corn and Mighell are from galislires and welt unitermatical ilewerve Tot ter om Werk. The report mentions WheeNeY AM wyperation and a team ancy.
Report appears garbled with many errors but references a royal launch of a new Ark Royal carrier and mentions HMS Ark Royal in context with aviation and carriers. No clear date or other entities are readable.
The letter notes Admiral Radford, Commander in Chief of the U S, had not heard of a proposed Australian National Memorial to honor America's part in the Pacific War until he visited Australia with his wife. He expressed confidence Americans would welcome such recognition despite doubts about future events and stressed the alliance of democracy and liberty.
The document describes an appeal related to a memorial project titled United States Memorial Appeal. It references SYMNEE and Mee Prime Mintaor and mentions an erection planned with broad support. The text notes the proposal and ongoing pleas to advance progress for the memorial.
Fragmented report details a controversial claim that poison gas methods were proposed to treat cancer. The text mentions altrogen and nitro compounds, feeble patient responses, and formal American Cancer Society discussions.
Leaders from Tonga and Makea Tui Toremouna gathered with chiefs and women to discuss homes and villages as exposure to disease spurs recovery talk. Pacific Commission delegates praised the leper colony, noting dramatic child counts and improving discharges after drug treatments.
The letter from Alan Iconnus in Canberra April 34 490 challenges today’s Geneva Trade Pact editorial. He claims misstatements about the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade and argues the pact fails to cure postwar ills. He suggests reconsidering treaty structure and warns national interests may drive bilateralism over multilateral methods.
Government plans two phase national health program backed by voluntary insurance and government support. First phase funds hospital admission and medical care with checks on costs, waste, and doctor performance, aiming to raise care quality and public morale. Second phase expands hospital facilities and equipment with targeted funding, building a durable system for future health needs.
A Youth Leadership Course run jointly by the YMCA and local groups will be held on Wednesday May 17 from 7 to 9 30 pm. The YMCA youth leaders course invites any interested young man and will include practical drills at the Drill Hall. A new FMCA basketball club and teams form a community program. The Viking Club holds a poetry reading night. AY Carnival preparations, camp activities, and committee meetings are noted along with a Ladies Auxiliary.
Mr Chifley addressed the electorate at Queanbeyan pledging socialization and critiquing opponents. He warned of fear campaigns and claimed Labour’s reforms would improve life for the masses. Attendees included state and local MPs and officials from New South Wales.
Sydney reports ongoing federal relief measures for flood damage across New South Wales. The Commonwealth and State governments prepared additional funds beyond the 20,000 already provided, with a 430,000 grant approved for areas including Chasa. The Prime Minister and government officials described fast response to land and housing losses, fencing material shortages, and coordinated assistance through the Repatriation Department and local authorities.
On Melbourne Victoria Street a six year old wife, Mrs Patric Mary O'Keefe, is found stabbed in bed. Henry Raymond Atguntine O'Kelfe is accused of murdering his wife after an early morning visit to the home. Police recovered a knife and investigated the scene as the victim had been in ill health.
London report notes a soggy start as match play was disrupted by heavy rain and poor conditions. Teams Yorkshire Hampshire Glamorgan Cambridge Gloucestershire figures are mentioned amid weather woes.
Canberra bakers told council members they are seriously weighing a halt to bread deliveries due to staff shortages and difficulty obtaining bread carts. They said they would continue deliveries if possible but may be forced to cut back, with firm owners reporting full crews but current staff issues. Government departments are reportedly keeping carriers in other jobs with higher wages and promotions.
Officials commented on proposals for a new Braddon industrial area adjoining NOP, while property owners argued the original lease shows plantations behind their lots. They warned that removing winter flax could hinder a revised scheme, as five owners sought advice from the department amid concerns about interference with a rear utility setup.
Street name plans await committee action as about 30 names are proposed for all planned avenues. The Interior Department and town planners review options including Yasralurmia omission, with final guidance anticipated within a few weeks.
At the Canberra Dancers Association annual meeting, officers were elected including President St Tran, Vice President R Knight, Secretary Mrs. Thomas Lewis, Treasurer Mr Haran, and committees led by Alleney Anderson and M. McDermott. Members from Nowra and Bouthwell joined the session, with requests for specific duties noted for Mr Minehan.
Report covers Queanbeyan women’s hockey competition with standout players Miratlin Gorman Micke Koalea Stent and Margulies. Beuron Ludente and Margulies named top performers for St Cather’s, while Mayers Ex-Bruins and Anglicans claim leading scorers. Nurses and Boronia squads post wins as Young Anglicans, LWA, and EWA show strong play.
St George defeated Canberra 38 to 13 with a strong home display. Towers impressed with forward play while Canberra’s backs struggled. Menton and Kenne tt among standout performers for St George as Canberra rallied briefly but could not sustain cohesion.
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