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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 02, 1950

Page

3

N G Natives Plan Role At Australian Revenue Source

Pa and New Guinea natives advocate reliance on Australia for income as a revenue provider at the Pacific conference. Delegates propose sustained Australia link and discuss food diversification, with Papua and New Guinea excerpts noting annual support and shifts in production.

AAP Buva New Guiwa Keto i Ovale Autralia Waieu Guinée Auth Pacis Austin

Empire's Dairy Output Drops In Commonwealth Share

The report notes a fall in Empire dairy output with Commonwealth shares shifting. Britain remains a major exporter postwar, Denmark Netherlands and other nations show varied export roles. Britain supplies a large portion of imports while New Zealand tops milk powder, Australia and the United States lead egg products.

Commonwealth Auxtealin United States Chiet Ege

Specialist to See Siamese Twins in Hobart

A Siamese twins case from Hobart is under review as doctors consider surgical options. A specialist team led by Dr Turjuull will conduct brain and vascular tests this month to determine feasibility. Parents, Mrs Erakine Smith and the child’s guardian, are kept informed about potential admission and care plans.

Hobart Moniay Thy Fine Heath Turjuull Tsiluyhie Ing Ant Erakine Smith Sven

American boxers in Melbourne debut surprising arrival

Melbourne reports reveal Vic Elsen Sandy Ortiz arrived in Sydney unannounced on Saturday night with no knowledge of the trip. Manager Brantiums List, Mr Te, Lean deny involvement. Ortiz is tentatively set to meet lightweight Jack Haagen at Sydney Stadium on May 15, while Jean Mougin and Shey Bennett are noted as other bantamweight contenders.

Melbourne Vic Elsen Baby” Ortiz Yeho Sydney Nis Brantiums Lean Ottis Jack Haagen Sydney Stadium Hassen Wats Jean Mougin Shey Bennett

Monks Imprisoned as Vienna Monks Face Fresh Trial

A fragmented report from Vienna via The Daily Telegraph describes monks imprisoned in Vienna as authorities tighten control near Kosice. A triple cordon surrounds the Monastic complex while a nearby station reports on the arrest and detention of senior members amid claims of illegal activities.

London Moning Vienna Prac Wy Teton Monster Chrcek Harwirednif Munk Mide Homivleas Resent Cason Gna Abihatty Pezinolays Daily Telegraph Ordinkwire Stasny Kosice

Charmosan cold cream claims beauty breakthrough

A vintage advertisement touts Charmosan cold cream as a skin cleansing product. It promises to remove dirt and wake the skin, claiming it penetrates pores without harming the skin and leaves a clear complexion.

Advisory Committee To Supervise Pillar Coal Extraction

An advisory committee will oversee pillar coal extraction weighing about 470 million tons and consider whether safe mechanical removal from underground mines is possible. The plan faces opposition from miners leaders who oppose mechanical pillar extraction and urge strict safety limits. The meeting includes figures from the Wales Combine Colliery Proprietor Association and mining engineers.

Deciaiont Eneadiso Wales Combine Wil Sein Cut Board N.aw Chalrynan I. Warren and Laight Federation Wil- Nama Snl Wwe Williams Central Cowell Gallagher New South Wales Queensland Victoria Uney

Bill McKell Declines Sydney Rugby League Offers

Sydney clubs urged Bill McKell toward professional play after a standout regional game at Goulburn. McKell, a forward for Goulburn, attracted interest from Mr. Wales of St George and Mr. Moses of Western Suburbs, who praised his form and offered clean paths to Sydney. He left the door open but did not commit, remaining with Southern Tableland and Canberra fixtures.

Sydney Bill McKell W. I. McKell Rugby League Eru Urayby Greer McKell Tor Goulburn B. Wales St. George le Moses Westhern Bu Pha Waler Moses Ieet My Kasefall Rugby Lange Canbervie

Barrister Faces Murder Charge in Melbourne

Melbourne court hears barrister Damon Raymon Augusting O Keeffe charged with murder of his wife Patricia Mary O Keeffe at their home in Victoria Street North Melbourne. Inspector Donnelly says O Keeffe reported the killing to police at 10 am yesterday, claiming a fatal throat wound.

Melbourne H.R. Donelly City Court Mul Ug Damon Raymon Augusting O'kéeffe Ty May Jone Patricia Mary O'Keeffe Victoaly Strew North Malbourne Yententay Donvlly O'Keeffe Havnell Ation Hee Vettnean Proveadines

Van Co-Operative Plans Told In Weak Text

An unclear report from the West Co operative outlines a proposed meat treatment plan. The text references Yancy Iming and a motion to kill lamb beef and pig for the weekly market, with mentions of government parties and deputation members.

Sydney West Co-operative Atock Yancy Iming Cenewal Min Hunter Boel Jenacr Martin Bo Day Grant Coy Kimi Mon AE Atay Lin Imnporlane Urey Hanticap Alla Tnton

Drunken Pilot Terrorized Town Before Fatal Crash

Police report Jack Harper, a seasoned pilot nicknamed "fly happy," consumed alcohol at a party then attempted to fly from Calgery airport in a twin engine plane. Witnesses recall a half hour of peril as the aircraft crashed into trees and vehicles, killing Harper and alarming residents.

Caliary Canada Mond Dyutkon Pugk Huasing Atoten Yentetang Uthing Wutaelan Jack Calgery Harper

Canberra Court Fines Assault Case

Edgar Adamson, an ex- serviceman in Wisa9 country, was fined for assaulting a woman in her room at Mula Hoste after entering during a nervous episode. He admitted entering the room with the key in use, tried to restrain the occupant, and she escaped. he later apologized, stating he was unwell and regretted his actions. The incident occurred after a brief, polite conversation and the woman sought help.

Edgar Adamson JC. P Kenn Apri Adamson Australia Reid Howse Bergeant Goodall Adamson Kat Sean

Drunk on methylated spirits fined for drunkenness

John Murphy aged 33 pleaded guilty to drinking methylated spirits after prior offences. He was fined £5 and given 10 days imprisonment. Murphy said he had consumed rum and wine on Saturday and methylated spirits on Sunday to revive himself. He has 40 previous convictions including theft. Police attributed the offences to intoxication in the city.

John Murphy Jnpoorer Murphy

President Ratford Wins Fourth Club Championship

The Canberra Un lea Society president Mr. G Ratford clinched his fourth club championship, including three in a row, finishing the Manin season with 38 points, ahead of rival Mr J Drow. Ratford won the heat bug trophy on Sunday with three fish weighing 51b, after starting last yet placing others. Fat for! won the beat hag of five Binh from Mewiry, with Drew and G Brown close behind. Ratford said his success may hurt the Sir by drawing away masters to other events. the one-armed Mr. Dick Peewea again took the best fly.

Canberra Hag Binh Mewiry Drew G. Brown Ted Bath Nage Woutld Nateen Rotterd Diarour Thor Dick Peewea

New Offices Worsen Traffic on Front Road

The AGT Trade Anvinory Committee discussed road safety as offices rise along the front road. Chairman W. J. Mildenhall said converting the street to a time-way is possible but requires Durhing schedule amendments and time. Signposts will curb side parking, and omnibus use was rejected to avoid extra hazard. Over 2,000 workers on the road create heavy pedestrian and vehicle conflict.

Wien Canberra W. J. Mildenhall Mildenhall

New Companies Registered Canberra

Foreign and local companies form under Canberra authority from January 1. Brash Holdings Ltd registered in Melbourne with capital 200 000 pounds in 200 000 shares. Gingerbrooks Australia Pty Ltd formed in Melbourne capital 100 000 pounds in 100 000 shares. Whitijay Shoverymen Victoria capital 296 000 pounds in 296 000 shares. Drath and Coy Pty Ltd formed in Melbourne capital 160 000 pounds in 160 000 shares.

Canbroarla Brash Holdings Ltd Melbourne Gingerbrooks Australia Na Heon Victoria Will Cerry MetDrume

Livestock Sales At Fennington Saleyards Report

A livestock sale at Fennington Saleyards shows strong inquiry for No 18086 sheep and lambs with prices 2s to 4s above TAAL ante. Quality fair, prime lots firm, but overall sale lacked the best recent standard. Cattle forward 2,708 head with prime descriptions steady. heifers and steers quoted at varied rates per 'tb.

Sydney Fennington

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