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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 08, 1950

Page

4

Parliamentary Branding Committee Urged for Commonwealth Territories

A proposal urges investigators and a Parliamentary Branding Committee to study Commonwealth Territory affairs from pole to equator. It argues MPs waste time between hotels and Parliament, and calls for direct scrutiny to remove barriers to business, services, and reforms in Canberra.

Gruibland Mtullene Canberte Equator Slex Adark iemLizatiina Canberra Privat Enterprise Parliamentary Publi Accounts Committee Commonwealth Territories

Chrysanthemum Show and Schedule Summary

Fragmented OCR notes describe a chrysanthemum show with dates, entries, and schedule details. It mentions hall timing, entry numbers, and various plant names and categorizations, but the text is garbled with uncertain names and numbers. The readable items indicate a local horticultural event centered on chrysanthemums and related exhibits.

Kentucky Favourite Fails With La Uip at Churchill Downs

The report outlines a racing day at Churchill Downs in Kentucky with betting odds and results. Your Host led early intrigue with a strong favorite facing a midcard challenge as Mister Froud and Johnny Teogden feature in wagering notes. The field included Mil BA and Middle aged entries, with stakes detailed and palatable action noted by turf bookmakers.

Kentucky Churchill Downs Middleground Chanee Ston Fea Moat Ide Johnny Teogden Van Utter Weiting Fom Miskin Mister Froud Jddieground Amamery

Beatin oe seat tau at my Bora or Ph rip hed gre le he Prem 19

Beaten fragmentary text hints at a theme or event from a past era with unclear names and places. The readable parts reference a ceremonial tone and a dated setting, but specifics remain obscured.

Vicereg al Governor Arrives in Sydney from Canberra

The vice-regal party led by the governor accompanied by Betty Mein and a NSW aide returns from Canberra arriving in Sydney on a Saturday morning. Lieutenant G Pechey RAN was in attendance as escort.

Aoe Betty el Betty Ai G. Pechey Sydney Canberra Phlei Sli

Britain reports third suspected smallpox case abroad

London and Yorkshire report a third suspected smallpox case after a plane aboard Friday, with hundreds queuing for vaccination as doctors in Prlaye vaccinate all who may have been exposed.

London Britain Yorkshire Sir Landon Airport al x Fristay Bouthern Prlaye

Weather report fragment from Lanberre and Canberra region

Fragmented weather bulletin with temperatures, wind calm periods, barometer readings, and regional forecast notes. Mentions 9 am Saturday data for Lanberre and Canberra, various minute values, minimums and maximums, and a weather outlook for the Southeast district including showers on coastlines and southern wet slopes.

Lanberre Bam Canberra Sm Calm Alma Han Af Fairbairn Fina Gad Wight

RAN Destroyer Tobruk Launched at Williams Town Dockyard

Melbourne reports the Tobruk, a new Battin class destroyer, launched at Williams Town in August 1948, with commissioning set for May 6. Built for the Royal Australian Navy, it is described as one of the biggest destroyers in the Commonwealth and part of postwar construction plans.

Melbourne Suany Coeatou Angac Atted Cmt Williams Town TLAN Commonwealth Francis

Amenities Sought in Narrabundah for Wet Weather Needs

Dr L W Nott MP for Canberra visited Warrebundah residents who seek bus shelter improvements and safer access to schools. Parents complained of soaked children awaiting buses in rain and requested road repairs, fences, hydrants, and a public telephone booth upgrade to help calls.

Warrebundah L. W. Nott Canberra Aid Dr. Nott Narraun Iundan Renidente Nott

Erna Berger Receives Ovation for Fine Canberra Recital

A capacity Canberra audience praised Erna Berger for a varied program blending German and English art songs with Strauss, Weber, and Wolf. The German soprano’s warmth and vocal color drew lasting applause, with notable encores and an affectionate reception at a Canberra Musical Society event hosted by the hotel.

Albert Berger Canberre Siten Lucy Canberra Mandel Momert Weber Wolf Wong Strauss Henubart Tne Berger

New Albert Hall Damaged By Vandals In Early Stage

Vandalism has damaged the Albert Hall undergoing renovations with damaged railings and cigarette burns on the wooden balcony. Authorities report partial repairs already underway as organizers praise the project’s progress amid questions over lighting and floor improvements.

Albert Hoxil Myain Waar Pritay

Edgar Brit Wins in Polar Region Victory Report

In a brief, unclear note, Edgar Brit secures a victory described with fragmented references to Tibet code and Polaria. The text mentions Musa and a second place, with partial details about Majemtien and a marine or wartime context, but specifics remain unreadable.

Ane Hhoit Musa Australing Edgar Tibet Code Toon Polaria Ture Fae If Majemtien

Deadlock in Hobart Election Raises New Parliament Uncertainty

In Hobart the election deadlock leaves uncertainty over a functioning parliament as equal representation blocks a clear result. Liberal and Labour hopes fade with possible fresh polls. independents may influence the Speaker selection and government stability.

Hobart Susuay Teanania Doninon Meron Iso Ofr Antitu Unkely

Ward Mentioned in Communist Bill

RYDNEY Bunday reports the name of Mr J Ward linked to a speech defending the Governments Communist Party Dissolution Bill. The Federal Waterside Workers Union official and other MPs discuss potential political roles while opposing anti-working class legislation, with remarks about Donald Grant and the Communist Party leader.

Rydney Bunday J. Wards Apeechent Communist Party Waterside Workers’ Union J. Healy Menges Stauune of Representatives Mtr Healy Donald Grant Barratt Aaid Aince Tin Tata Ban Dickson Thi Labour Party

Memorial to Understanding Tribute in Canberra

A damaged text reflecting a Memorial to Understanding, noting an American memorial proposal rejected in Canberra. Mentions an American Ambassador and friendship between Americans and Australians, praising wartime ties and mutual esteem built during bitter years.

Sydnet Sunasy Canberra Teus Ammercan Pete Durman Jarman

Alternative Suggestion to the Raitor for a Memorial

A letter suggests funding a memorial from £50 000 to £60 000 in Meyrt era, proposing a public monument to civilizational achievement. It weighs directing funds toward a hospital or children's hospital in America or an American clinic, with emphasis on a memorial serving the living rather than a grand tribute. The writer signs as I LE ACL.

Meyrt Wwe Darter Nervice Tallek Americas Sun Te Feyo

Sought Man Walks Into Police Station

A man identified as Hodgkin Alfred Deinen Hodgkin, 31, entered a Melbourne police station seeking an interview in connection with a fatal shooting in the Alpine region. He remained calm, drank tea, requested to wait, and asked about the return of a person named Deter five tovecant. Officers noted he appeared unsettled but cooperative.

Melbourne Alfred Deinen Hodgkin Wbairor Dopdand Dimeg Glen Wille J. Althouen

New Guinea Development Seen Vital to Australia

A lengthy discussion on New Guinea's role stresses oil and mineral wealth in Australian-controlled areas, the need for enlightened population policy, and gradual improvements in living standards. It notes agricultural progress, new crops and breeds, tools, and education as essential to sustained development and regional influence.

Australia New Gaines S New Ciuinom Papuahaa Boon Caporiras Vanmidersbie Novera Ays Oinuiea Ffalra Bncharth Aumua Eve New Guinea

Youth Centre Programme at Carror Naree Park

The Youth Centre at Carror Naree Park in Tas offers a holiday activities program directed by supervisor Mr Mingins. The schedule lists hikes, outings, basketball, competitions, and a flag capture game with times in late May and early June as part of a community youth event.

Carrornaree Park Aialir Tas Halidayn Re Mingins Theiay Tormarrowe Girin B Fm Abot & Pat ‘Womeaday Funch Ventre Peturalag Pthuesday Hoya Sabir Junioy Chub Joma

Bride to be disappears on ding night

Betty Rene, a 32 year old bride-to-be from Granville, vanishes on the eve of her wedding. Detectives interview family and search neighborhood as investigators probe for clues to her disappearance and possible foul play.

Rydney Betty Rene Betby Maeried Law Mipest Granville Nat Niet Mary'e Cornien Sulldtori

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