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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 27, 1950

Page

4

Notice to Tenderers for Canberr Building Works

Tenderers are advised of an extended receipt date for supplies and works at the Administrative Building, Canberra ACT. The notice lists frames and doors, with the responsible officer Br. G. Casey as the contact for the works.

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War Trials at Manus in June

Fragmented obituary style notice recalling a father lost, plus a military trial notice mentioning charges of murder in Burma. Names are garbled. the text references Manus and June readiness, with memorial sentiment for a family and an army context.

Manus Pavia Drulie Graceniidren Fratcis Ats Hiroah Thanh Burma Tyne Manxis

Tenders for Works and Housing Offices Canberra Pathe

Tenders for the Department of Works and Housing in Canberra were invited for the trial of Works and Housing. Notices listed delivery of stain fittings pipes and specifications, with deadlines in June and various addresses in Melbourne and Bratas. The minister and officials referenced include G C Berth and Hotear and a Bureau responsible for works and housing.

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British Aid For Winhipes And Mood Devastation

Fragmentary report notes Britain providing Caneda funds of £100 and household goods to assist Winhipes amid mood devastated conditions. unclear details and recipients due to damaged OCR.

Pamdan Diritain Caneda

Viatrix to Speak at Prey Mire Wetton Remembrance

A fragmentary note indicates I Viatrix will speak at a remembrance for Mire Wetton honoring her work. The text notes Wert 'Children's health and a related caregiving effort, with an owner peg to eat unclear.

Viatrix Peg

Youth Leadership Course Plan At Grat Night

Twenty people attended a youth leadership session at Grat night near the park. The course meets every Wednesday with practical and theoretical segments. Next Wednesday’s topics include The Problem Based Team and related instruction.

Ana Terroporae Park

Queanbean Preschool Centre Gains Council Support

The Queanbeyan municipal council will back and seek funds for a newly formed Pre School Association to establish a preschool centre for care and education. The group formed recently with members of the local committee, aiming to provide early education for three to four year olds.

Qunandayan — Municipal Leouncil Queanbeyan Yywax Reta Pimy Thie Jadvantages Audh x Centre Queanbeyas Association Cary of

Weather Report From Canberra Area Weather Office

The weather bulletin notes rain and showers in the region with a strong westerly wind. temperatures range around Canberra with a low and a high, and a general forecast of unsettled conditions. Cape Town and regional stations report similar wind and cloud patterns with occasional snow in higher ranges and continued cool conditions through the day.

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Merryville Wins Grand Champion Merino at Sydney Sheep Show

Mr Hordern of Mungedal in New South Wales won the Sydney sheep show prize, breaking Merryville's bid for top honors. The Merryville Pen earned the Grand Champion Merino title and other awards, while The Binnehaven Cup went to Moragrafs.

Sydnet Sydney Btonehaven Mrs Hordern Mungedal Atud Bay Mr Hordern Merryville Briryville Moragrafs Mhowever Merryville Mead Avecasion Menutny Janeopebrenders’ Association Sterryvite

Australia Faces Pressure Over Overseas Trade and Prosperity

A fragmented report notes warnings by officials about the impact of overseas trade on Australia’s prosperity. It cites figures around 970,000,000 as a marker of population effort and calls for policy to sustain production and maintain overseas ties. The discourse emphasizes quality over quantity in exports and highlights the need for careful economic management.

Apo Teoauer

Parliament Has Work To Do In A Turbulent Era

The Cenbeous Times argues that Parliament must focus on substantive debate and clear public accountability. It warns that rising elector expectations and partisan tactics strain the system, urging disciplined, well prepared speeches over theatrics while criticizing government distractions and the misuse of parliamentary time.

Deeton Abune Parlier Mentary Senate Communist Party Elaing Conta Bomers

Port Arthur Coroner reviews parents in baby’s death

Coroner examines case of nine month old boy who died in Port Arthur while mother Mary Madeline Little and family were away. No prima facie evidence of neglect found though moral blame discussed. inquiry into circumstances of infant’s death continues.

Wouatt Vriday Weroot Uneir Port Arthur F Oral Nine Manta Kenya Mary Madeline Little Ano P.cn Might Mire Little Amid Sas Naif

Greetings to Queen Mary in a wartime London scene

Fragmentary OCR notes describe crowds and telegrams for Queen Mary in London with mentions of the Queen Mother leaving for Buckingham Palace and royal birthday events amid war time Britain.

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Advice on Films by Film Star in Australia Event

Film star discusses acting methods and the evolving cinema scene in Australia. Directors must balance stage technique with on screen demands while the Prime Minister announces policy shifts. The article highlights industry reactions, casting choices, and audience responses during a major film event.

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MILITARY PLAN OPPOSED AT BAGUIO TALKS

Officials report at the Baguio conference opening that Pakistan and Ceylon oppose military cooperation while favoring economic and political collaboration. Delegates from Australia Ceylon India Pakistan Philippines and Thailand emphasize peaceful aims and mutual economic progress, with no military mandate or hostile action planned.

Baguio Aeriel Manila Pakistan Ceylon Tordey Nhx Poli Radians Prowlure Australia Geylon Aide Philp Pinoa Thailand Hiippines Farelgn Aimiatar Caron Romula von Saat Nia Prime Amin Thy Wanbern Fife

Miners Claim for Tribunal Strike Issue

Frid: In Victoria the coal industry faces claims tied to wages and contract rates. About 33,000 meters were involved in rail and mine activity. Several claims were amended since the section, with adjustments to wage lines and contract wheeling rates.

Rydney Thaggi Victoria Minera

British Firms Eye Open-Cut Coal Work in Australia

British firms push for open-cut coal projects amid discussions in Canberra and Westminster. Australian officials indicate strong interest, with potential joint ventures and policy reviews underway. The Queensland Coal Board and UK ministers debate permitting and investment as global demand for coal rises.

Bocanwa Deitlah Bamadd Diecuse Queensland

ACT Police Seek Recruits Amid Staffing Shortage

The ACT Police Force reports severe staffing shortages with only a fraction of needed officers available. Recruitment targets aim to add about 12 new members to the force, while many former officers are not seeking reappointment due to health and eligibility concerns.

Faneien Forent Merly Owunleg Canbarra Canberra Staten

Unclear historical notice on constable duties and appointments

A damaged OCR fragment reports a constable to assist the sheriff and mentions an appointment in a colonial or commonwealth context. It references a name similar to Appriintwnce and notes transfers within police branches, with scattered references to Canberra polls and a proprietor named John Ivey.

Allokott Crquivart A.C T Commonwealth John Ivey

Electric power expansion projects across ACT region

A government plan aims to boost voltage lines and high tension galvanised steel wiring, connecting Ginninderra, Cotter and surrounding districts. Officials say over 30 miles of line will extend to Woden, Queanbeyan area, and new extensions at Fyshwick and Tuggeranong are approved, with completion expected for two thirds of the territory within the program, subject to funding and arrangements.

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Fine Cello Playing by Miss Coetmore

Critics praised Miss Coetmore as she performed with Miss Petra Cartmorn and Messrs Fisher and Raymand Pisar accompanying. The audience applauded the elegant interpretation despite a wintry hall and variable tempo, with a moving finale under Mr Bec Bisson and the composer.

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Trade official grants cargo work amid weekend strikes

A minister authorized emergency cargo work by convention for Waterside Workers Federation members. The move allows work on Monday and Thursday, despite opposition by the union who impose a strike on Sunday. An accompanying allowance and permissions are described for crews and ships.

Cmzgn Cuatoma Workers Federation

Unclear OCR fragment hints at names and places

Fragmentary text reads like garbled OCR with possible names Remon Ber Bey Retire Sean Tahg and Be executions. Unable to extract coherent event or details from the damaged lines.

Unclear OCR fragment on qualification record

Fragmentary OCR text shows incomplete phrases about an opposition or qualification event with no identifiable people, places, or dates. The readable bits offer little verifiable content to summarize into a coherent news item.

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