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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 20, 1949
Page
3
Fragmented report notes a terrace in Canberra and a quoted figure for U2 expected to be fixed within forty. Details are unclear, but the item centers on local property or housing matters and anticipated adjustments.
A quoted council argues that Commonwealth oversight in each case should be carried out by a single corporation. The speaker warns that if governments fail to act, the country could face an influx of communists and social disruption.
The Canberra Tourist Bureau announces winter coach timetables to and from Canberra start this weekend. Traffic reductions to the coast will be offset by additional services locally. Operators adjust routes to improve winter coverage for the area. About 65 services will serve Canberra.
Figures show the price index in national cities rose 31.7 per cent over seven years ending February 1909. Canberra and Western Australian capitals reported smaller increases in key commodities and wages than other states, with retail prices and living costs rising at varying rates. Public notice praises retailers for service amid difficulties.
Debate in the House of Representatives focused on expanding help for ex service men under the War Service Homes program. The bill would raise mortgage assistance to £11,000 and contract aid to £3,750, with deposits up to 5 percent in certain sale cases and a sliding scale. Director of War Service Homes could accept smaller deposits in ordinary circumstances. debate adjourned.
The Minister for Agriculture warned that world wheat trade cannot continue at current volumes. He introduced a bill to ratify the International Wheat Agreement lasting four years, promising shelter for Australian wheat with low market prices and price safeguards. The measure sets maximum rates and security against export-market falls.
A garbled sports brief lists player surnames Miller Austin Wawards Jeck Meitirding Hayward Okley Fill Lord Roberts Megiey Tre among unnamed teams and events. It hints at football activity and potential season insights without clear scores or dates.
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